Weight Management


Book Description

The primary purpose of fitness and body composition standards in the U.S. Armed Forces has always been to select individuals best suited to the physical demands of military service, based on the assumption that proper body weight and composition supports good health, physical fitness, and appropriate military appearance. The current epidemic of overweight and obesity in the United States affects the military services. The pool of available recruits is reduced because of failure to meet body composition standards for entry into the services and a high percentage of individuals exceeding military weight-for-height standards at the time of entry into the service leave the military before completing their term of enlistment. To aid in developing strategies for prevention and remediation of overweight in military personnel, the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command requested the Committee on Military Nutrition Research to review the scientific evidence for: factors that influence body weight, optimal components of a weight loss and weight maintenance program, and the role of gender, age, and ethnicity in weight management.




The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Weight Management


Book Description

We all think we know what we have to do to manage our weight, and blame ourselves when we don't meet the goals we have set. In reality, we need to understand the biology behind the body's regulation of weight to achieve the control we are hoping for. And we need strategies for overcoming obstacles: the stress of daily life, emotional upsets, and people who sabotage our efforts or attack our self-esteem. The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Weight Management is a different kind of weight management guide that focuses on helping you stay disciplined and dedicated to your weight management goals by using cognitive behavioral therapy. This approach has been used by therapists for years to treat a diverse range of mental health conditions, and researchers have found that it also helps people make healthy changes that last. This workbook includes exercises and worksheets to help you design a customized weight management strategy most likely to be effective for you based on the habits and lifestyle you have now. You'll set specific goals to improve your body image and your health, and follow a realistic weight management plan designed specifically for you. It is possible to feel good about yourself as you work toward a healthier lifestyle. This book will show you how. Learn to: Manage situational, emotional, and interpersonal eating triggers Overcome body image difficulties and critical thoughts Make changes toward weight management that you actually enjoy Use support from friends and family to bolster success




Effective Weight Loss


Book Description

The obesity epidemic is one of the most serious public health threats confronting the nation and the world. The majority of overweight individuals want to lose weight, but the overall success of self-administered diets and commercial weight loss programs is very poor. Scientific findings suggest that the problem boils down to adherence. The dietary and physical activity recommendations that weight loss programs promote are effective; however, people have difficulty initiating and maintaining changes. Effective Weight Loss presents 25 detailed sessions of an empirically supported, cognitive-behavioral treatment package called Acceptance-Based Behavioral Treatment (ABT). The foundation of this approach is comprised of the nutritional, physical activity, and behavioral components of the most successful, gold-standard behavioral weight loss programs. These components are synthesized with acceptance, willingness, behavioral commitment, motivation, and relapse prevention strategies drawn from a range of therapies. ABT is based on the idea that specialized self-control skills are necessary for weight control, given our innate desire to consume delicious foods and to conserve energy by avoiding physical activity. These self-control skills revolve around a willingness to choose behaviors that may be perceived as uncomfortable, for the sake of a more valuable objective. The Clinician Guide is geared towards helping administer treatment, and the companion Workbook provides summaries of session content, exercises, worksheets, handouts, and assignments for patients and clients receiving the treatment. The books will appeal to psychologists, primary care physicians, nutritionists, dieticians, and other clinicians who counsel the overweight.




Weighing the Options


Book Description

This volume presents criteria for evaluating treatment programs for obesity and explores what these criteria mean--to health care providers, program designers, researchers, and even overweight people seeking help. Discusses information necessary to make wise program choices and evaluations; examines how client demographics and characteristics--including health status, knowledge of weight-loss issues, and attitude toward weight and body image--affect these programs.




The Diet Trap Solution


Book Description

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Beck Diet Solution. Most diet programmes work at first. We lose a few pounds in a few weeks, but then life happens and the bad habits and the weight return. In this invaluable book, Judith Beck PhD offers the solution to break free from these common diet traps and keep the weight off for life. Judith Beck explains that when it comes to losing weight, it's not just about what we eat – it's also about how we think. To consistently eat differently, we must learn to think differently. Diets fail us because they don't offer effective strategies for overcoming the common traps – emotional eating, social pressure, dining out – that can derail us. Now, she and her daughter, Deborah Beck Busis, share the techniques they have successfully used with thousands of clients, revealing exactly how to overcome the thoughts and behaviours that have been holding you back. With The Diet Trap Solution, readers on any diet can learn to identify their specific diet traps, prepare for their personal triggers and create action plans to strengthen their 'resistance muscle' – making losing weight easy, sustainable and enjoyable.




The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Weight Management


Book Description

We all think we know what we have to do to manage our weight, and blame ourselves when we don't meet the goals we have set. In reality, we need to understand the biology behind the body's regulation of weight to achieve the control we are hoping for. And we need strategies for overcoming obstacles: the stress of daily life, emotional upsets, and people who sabotage our efforts or attack our self-esteem. The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Weight Management is a different kind of weight management guide that focuses on helping you stay disciplined and dedicated to your weight management goals by using cognitive behavioral therapy. This approach has been used by therapists for years to treat a diverse range of mental health conditions, and researchers have found that it also helps people make healthy changes that last. This workbook includes exercises and worksheets to help you design a customized weight management strategy most likely to be effective for you based on the habits and lifestyle you have now. You'll set specific goals to improve your body image and your health, and follow a realistic weight management plan designed specifically for you. It is possible to feel good about yourself as you work toward a healthier lifestyle. This book will show you how. Learn to: •Manage situational, emotional, and interpersonal eating triggers •Overcome body image difficulties and critical thoughts •Make changes toward weight management that you actually enjoy •Use support from friends and family to bolster success




Effective Weight Loss


Book Description

The obesity epidemic is one of the most serious public health threats confronting the nation and the world. The majority of overweight individuals want to lose weight, but the overall success of self-administered diets and commercial weight loss programs is very poor. Scientific findings suggest that the problem boils down to adherence. The dietary and physical activity recommendations that weight loss programs promote are effective; however, people have difficulty initiating and maintaining changes. Effective Weight Loss presents 25 detailed sessions of an empirically supported, cognitive-behavioral treatment package called Acceptance-Based Behavioral Treatment (ABT). The foundation of this approach is comprised of the nutritional, physical activity, and behavioral components of the most successful, gold-standard behavioral weight loss programs. These components are synthesized with acceptance, willingness, behavioral commitment, motivation, and relapse prevention strategies drawn from a range of therapies. ABT is based on the idea that specialized self-control skills are necessary for weight control, given our innate desire to consume delicious foods and to conserve energy by avoiding physical activity. These self-control skills revolve around a willingness to choose behaviors that may be perceived as uncomfortable, for the sake of a more valuable objective. The Clinician Guide is geared towards helping administer treatment, and the companion Workbook provides summaries of session content, exercises, worksheets, handouts, and assignments for patients and clients receiving the treatment. The books will appeal to psychologists, primary care physicians, nutritionists, dieticians, and other clinicians who counsel the overweight.




Mind Over Meals


Book Description

Are you tired of the same old diet routine that just doesn't seem to work? Do you feel like no matter what you do, you just can't stick to your weight loss goals? Are you down on yourself, thinking that losing weight is just impossible? Or, are you curious about how your thoughts and feelings actually affect your weight? If you're shaking your head 'yes' and looking for a change, I've got just the thing for you! Introducing "Mind Over Meals: The Psychology Behind Weight Loss". This isn't just another weight loss book; it's a revolutionary guide that teaches you scientifically how to use the power of your mind to break the endless cycle of dieting, understand the psychological factors behind weight gain, and master effective techniques to conquer emotional eating. This book offers a unique solution - psychological techniques - to address the root causes of weight struggles. But wait, there's more! This groundbreaking book backed by success stories and expert endorsements, explores the powerful connection between our minds and our food choices. By understanding this connection, you can reshape your relationship with food. It provides science-backed proven strategies to reshape your relationship with food. It's more than a diet guide-it's an education on the hows and whys behind your eating, providing you a permanent solution rather than a temporary fix. Our readers, people just like you, have seen amazing changes. They're not only looking great but feeling happier and more confident. These transformations are a testament to the effectiveness of the book's approach. And guess what? This book teaches you how to make these changes without giving up your favorite foods or following crazy diets. No more guilt, just real, lasting change. Scientific and Practical Approach: "Mind Over Meals" stands apart with its unique combination of psychology, physiology, Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and hypnosis, offering 50+ innovative techniques to rewire your brain for effective and sustainable weight loss, which is rarely seen in weight loss literature. This book shows you how your thoughts and emotions influence eating habits and how to decode emotional eating, overcome food cravings, and embrace mindful eating for a healthier lifestyle. You'll discover how to reprogram your thought patterns and behaviors related to food and eating. Beyond just calorie counting and exercise, this book delves into the psychology of weight loss, tackling emotional triggers, subconscious habits, and self-perception that directly impact your weight. People just like you have tried these methods and seen amazing results. They've transformed their approach to food and fitness, leading to better health and happiness. The stories in the book are super inspiring and show that real change is possible. "Mind Over Meals" is special because it focuses on long-term change. It's not about quick fixes. It's about changing your relationship with food for good. You'll find yourself breaking free from the ups and downs of yo-yo dieting. Features: Fresh Approach with Science-Backed Techniques: Discover 50+ innovative techniques based on psychology, physiology, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques, and hypnosis for a unique weight loss journey. Scientific Breakdowns Made Simple: We simplify complex research, making it easy to understand why our strategies work for you -. No more scratching your head, wondering what's right for you! Real Science for Tangible Results: Each tip is rooted in cutting-edge research, backed by science, ensuring you have the most up-to-date information. Enjoy Eating & Still Lose Weight: Say goodbye to calorie counting, restrictive food bans: Praised by health and psychology professionals: Each chapter includes references to scientific studies: