What tips do other people have?

Weekly Tips - Archive

November 2009

John - Richmond VIC

Drinking water is very important, but it's hard to do all the time. I carry my water bottle with me and fill it from the tap wherever I am - once you get in to the habit of carrying and sipping throughout the day, you won't go back. And it stops you from buying sugar drinks and plastic bottles. You will feel hydrated all the time and notice an increase in energy - I certainly did and my water bottle is just like my phone, wallet and keys and I check that I have it before I leave home.

Marie - Maryland NSW

To get people exercising I recommend a resistance band as they can use it rain, hail or shine. There is plenty of ways to use it in the comfort of their lounge room. Even if they can't walk far due to arthritis in lower limb joints they can still exercise.

Deanna - Ardross WA

I think it's great to get outdoors in spring and clean up around the garden before the weather gets too hot. Try weeding and watering your pots by hand. Having a ice cold glass of lemon water and my dog close my to keep me company and make any chores a pleasure. Once the garden is clean, it's lovely to sit back and admire all the hard work.

Tony - Geelong VIC

Take a picture of a similar body-type to yours (when it is in good shape) and put a photo of your face onto it. Place this on your fridge so it acts as a reminder of what you WOULD look like if you choose a healthy option once you open the door (versus a bad choice)

Ruby - Seaford VIC

Look at hiring a personal trainer. They'll keep you on track with your health and fitness goals. They have heaps of great info on different workouts and great tips on nutrition. You don't have to join a gym ... there are heaps of trainers out there, and there will be one perfect for you.

Kaesha - Bunbury WA

id say a great way to start is to jump on the website after youve seen that ads and actually say to yourself im going to make a change instead of oh i really should go on that site maybe later thanks guys its time i start cracking down

Wendy - Macedon VIC

Did you know that when you start to lose body weight you also lose a proportion of your lean muscle mass? Your lean body mass directly affects your metabolic rate. A decrease in lean muscle mass causes a decrease in your resting metabolic rate, making it harder to lose more weight. The higher your metabolic rate the more energy you will burn at rest. To counteract the effect of lean muscle loss a progressive resistance exercise program can be very effective. As little as two 45 minute sessions a week have been proven to be beneficial. So why not enquire at your local community health or fitness centre about how you can start resistance training so that you continue on your achieving your healthy weight goal.

Sue - Brisbane QLD

If you eat slowly, you are more likely to be in tune with the quantity of food that will satisfy, and not 'overshoot' into eating too much. And here's some good advice from way back - always stop eating when you feel you could still like a little more. You'll feel quite satisfied after about 10 minutes. If not, then eat that little bit more,