Motivation and Weight Loss

A lot of people want to lose weight to drop a dress size or fit into their old jeans. In this video, weight loss guru Tony Horton talks with Dr. Oz about the most motivating reasons to get fit. Full Answer

You swear you want to eat well and lose weight, but in the next breath lament how hard it is to find the time, money, or mental energy to make it happen. The fix: Try tough love -- stop blaming others, the weather, your job, your life, the dog,... Full Answer

For one Dr. Oz audience member, something that happened on an airplane was the key to her decision to change her eating habits and lose weight. Learn more by watching this video. Full Answer

Are you having trouble sticking to an exercise routine? Watching a favorite TV show while exercising can be a great way to make exercise a regular habit, says Transformation Nation finalist Karl Nielson. Watch this video to learn more. Full Answer

How can I stay motivated when dieting? Making a commitment to friends about your weight loss can help you stay motivated while dieting. Watch the video to learn more from Dr. Oz about what you can do to stay motivated while dieting. Full Answer

Becoming motivated to lose weight can be difficult, especially if you have tried to lose weight before and have struggled or regained the weight. The following are some tips to get you motivated: Finding inspiration -- Think about what fits your... Full Answer

It can definitely help.  Studies have found that support from people sharing the same experience and struggles with the difficult talk of losing weight (and keeping it off) can enhance weight loss outcomes.  At the Johns Hopkins Weight... Full Answer

As you chart your progress, at the end of the day or week, or whenever you need a little boost, celebrate your success. Give yourself a mental pat on the back, do a little happy dance or do whatever you like to celebrate personal victory. Perhaps a... Full Answer

I transformed my life 2 years ago on the DR OZ show after I faced the truth tube. I was 4 foot 10 inches and 216 pounds with a waist size of 45 inches. My blood pressure was 165/110 and I had become prediabetic as well. I decided I could no longer take... Full Answer

Quantitative methods are the best way to assess whether your plan will end in success or end in a whimper. Instead of judging how skinny you look when standing next to your sister, measure how many pounds you have lost the last four weeks. Keep a... Full Answer