Weight control: 'Thank you for your support'

			'I need you in my corner' Steady support, both practical and emotional, can help tip the scales your way. So, how do you rally some backing? First, ask yourself, What would make it easier for me to slim down? Maybe it's periodic pep talks or a promise from your partner not to eat calorie-packed treats in front of you. Whatever you believe would help, speak up, and explain why it matters. Beating the bushes Think about who you could enlist to help your cause. You may have more sources of support than you realize. For instance, you might turn to: A weight-loss buddy. How about teaming up with somebody else who wants to get in better shape? You might work out as a duo, or get together for weekly weigh-ins. Choose someone who is a good match for you. You can cheer each other on, have fun, and inspire yourselves to stick with it. Your family. Even if you're the only one trying to lose weight, it can be good for everyone to eat better and exercise more.* This team approach may help keep you motivated, too. For instance, you might plan family time around backyard games or outings to the park. Or, recruit your kids or partner to help you plan and cook healthy meals and snacks. Your co-workers. Pair up with a colleague for mini exercise breaks walking the hallways or climbing stairs. Or, post a sign-up sheet for a healthy recipe potluck — and see if others are interested. Your doctor. Don't overlook this important ally. For starters, your doctor can recommend a healthy target weight for you and suggest effective ways to reach it. Support yourself, too! Reward yourself when you reach goals, big and small. You might even treat yourself to something that can help you keep your momentum going, such as a low–calorie cookbook or new music for your workouts. * Talk with your doctor before significantly increasing your activity level. Authors: Melanie Polk, MMSc, RD, FADA, is a registered dietician. She has been a nutrition consultant with Optum for more than a decade. Arleen Fitzgerald, LICSW, is behavioral health consultant and psychotherapist for more than 20 years.  The above post was not written by Attorney Elias Leonard Dsouza Attorney Elias Leonard Dsouza concentrates his practice on Bankruptcy [Chapter 7, 13 & 11,] Foreclosure Defense, Defense of Credit Card Lawsuits, Credit Restoration, and Debt Settlement & Credit Counseling. Our office also handles complex Civil Litigation, Business & Corporate Transactions & Litigation, Employment Law, Collections, Creditor representation, Real estate transactions, Personal Injury, Family Law, Immigration, Landlord-Tenant law, Franchise Law, Tax Law and We Sue Debt Collectors under the Fair Debt Collection Practices.   If you have questions on this Program, please call me at 954-358-5911. MY MISSION: I am very passionate about helping consumers protect their rights, and my goal is to compassionately and passionately help people reorganize their debts, help them keep all or most of their property, save their homes from Foreclosure, stop wage garnishments, and assist people to “get a fresh financial start”. I am available to assist and advise you on how to rebuild your credit and buy the new house or start the new business that you always wanted to. This is a small law firm, and as such, can and does provide personal service, professional representation, and follow up. If you would like to learn more about your options, contact me as soon as possible for a FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION so that I can assist you through these difficult times. I also offer an affordable payment plan for legal fees. Elias Leonard Dsouza, Esq. "The best compliment you could ever give me is a referral." A CONSUMER RIGHTS PROTECTION LAW FIRM LIFE IS SHORT. GET RID OF DEBTS !!! "Life is Short. Get Rid of Debts" 111 N. Pine Island Rd., Suite 205 Plantation, Florida 33324 Phone: 954-358-5911 Fax: 954-357-2267 www.DsouzaLegal.com Skype: elias.leonard.dsouza Skype: 954-762-7608 Http://Facebook.com/Elias.Leonard.Dsouza Blog: http://dsouzalegal.blogspot.com