In a study looking at a large number of individuals who had maintained a loss of 30 pounds for five years, the most significant factor for maintaining the weight loss was increased physical activity. With the weight loss and increased activity all individuals experienced improvements in energy level, physical mobility, general mood, self-confidence, and physical health.

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, August 1997: 66(2);239-246

Comment: One of the most common goals among participants in the Health Equations Program is weight loss. However the vast majority of individuals have fairly sedentary lifestyles. The saying "Inertia breeds inertia," meaning the less we move the less we feel inclined to move, applies to the human body. You do not have to be an athlete to be physically active. A vigorous walk for 30-40 minutes at least four times per week is all that it takes to get the benefits described in the above study.

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