As we move through our 8-part series on drastic weight loss, there are some stages that, while not necessarily more important, are better predictors of long-term success than other stages. Stage 2, your Anchor For Change, was certainly Continue reading →

In my last blog post, I introduced stage one of the 8 Stages of Drastic Weight loss, which is all about understanding where people are at when they begin their weight loss journey. I discussed the five personality characteristics Continue reading →

Today we begin an eight-part series on the stages of drastic weight loss, which is based on the research I’ve done with contestants from NBC’s The Biggest Loser as well as my personal experience working with clients. Our topic for Continue reading →

In our culture of quick fixes, everybody loves a clear-cut solution to a problem, and that is certainly true when it comes to diet, exercise, and weight loss.  Most weight loss programs involve a very rigid routine based on limiting calorie intake and exercising a certain number of minutes every day.  While there is certainly a place for hard numbers and specific goals when trying to lose weight, when you think about things only in those terms, it becomes problematic and can actually set you up for failure. Continue reading →

It’s no secret that the diet industry makes billions of dollars every year selling weight loss products. However, when you take a look at research into the effectiveness of most weight loss solutions, the data tells us that most of Continue reading →

Very shortly on this blog, I will be introducing a series on the nine psychological stages of weight loss that I identified in my groundbreaking research study involving contestants on NBC’s hit show The Biggest Loser. Before I introduce Continue reading →

It happens at least once a week. I receive a call from a client in distress who tells me, “I need help, I’ve lost a bunch of weight and I’m terrified.”

It might seem strange to hear someone talk Continue reading →