...Application of motivation and emotion principles in weight loss programs to lose weight effectively. Abstract Application of principles of motivation and emotion has significant influence on the effectiveness of weight loss in weight loss programs. I agree with this view and will justify it by introducing principles and backing them up with official academic research as evidence. Adverse emotions can facilitate weight gain and disruptions in dieting. I believe principles such as Drive Theory, Self-Determination, Self-Confrontation and Self-Efficacy can counter weight gain and promote weight loss in weight loss programs. The concept of exercise opposes this view as it states that it the level and moderation of physical activity directly affects motivation and emotion and hence, the regulation of motivation and emotion cannot do without exercise. However, further analysis will explain why this opposing argument is not concrete. The essay will demonstrate tighter links with how principles of motivation and emotion affect the measures of effectiveness in weight loss programs. Application of motivation and emotion principles in weight loss programs to lose weight effectively. Effects of motivation and emotion are the underlying core factors behind weight loss success. Research has shown that motivation is a strong determinant in self-regulation during weight loss (Teixeira et al., 2006). Also, it is reported that there is positive relationships between emotion-oriented...
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...In this essay I will discuss the weight loss program put together for a friend to increase his or her chances of making the football team. In this program we will use operant conditioning to help the subject start to lose weight for his or her goal of making the football team. Operant conditioning is learning controlled by the consequences of the organism’s behavior. The reason operant conditioning is so effective is because of the law of effect. This states that if a stimulus followed by a behavior results in a reward, the stimulus is more likely to give rise to the behavior in the future. We will use reinforcement and a certain schedule of reinforcement to increase the behavior of eating healthy and working out to lose weight. While devising...
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...Weight Loss: Self Help vs Commercial Programs According to The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), in the 2009-2010 2 out of 3 adults living in the United States are considered to be overweight or obese. More shockingly, about one-third of children and adolescents ages 6 to 19 are considered to be overweight or obese (1). Why are these statistics significant? “These statistics are important because there are a lot of health related problems that come with being overweight and obese. Health problems such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, some forms of cancer, and other health problems are linked to overweight and obese adults (1).” It is mindboggling 2 out of 3 Americans are overweight and obese. Although it seems like more people would be concerned about their health and well-being, it seems obvious that many are not. On the flip side, many people are doing something about their health, whether it involves going on a certain type of diet, working out more, or both. When a person decides he or she needs to lose weight, there are several options. The two that I am going to focus in this discussion are self-help and commercial programs. Trying to lose weight with self-help techniques involves all of the things a person is going to do to help him or herself lose weight. This might include looking up diets, finding workout plans, exploring other resources that are going to help them achieve their fitness goals...
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...diminisher reviews, an ultimate weight loss program taken by many to help them lose weight. I brought this system online and within a couple of weeks, I saw a dramatic change on my body. I had a terrific weight loss and my body is in figure today. Here, I am sharing my experience of this product with all of you. Fat Diminisher system is created by Wesley Virgin, a well-known life coach and fitness trainer to help people lose weight. At first, I thought that like many others even this would be some sort of...
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...Weight Loss Plans – A Comparison Controlling one’s weight can be difficult in this age of fast food and easy access to a variety of foods. Once weight is gained, it can be a daunting task to remove the unwanted weight. There are many programs out there to assist with weight loss. Two popular weight loss programs are the Atkins Program and Weight Watchers. Each has a relatively simple program to encourage weight loss; however, they vary widely. Atkins is based on a plan written by Robert Atkins 40 year ago.1 He based his weight loss theory less intake of carbohydrates would force the body to turn stored fat into fuel.2 The program is divided into three stages: induction, ongoing weight loss and maintenance.3 In the induction phase the dieter is limiting carbohydrate intake to 20 grams per day. Protein is unlimited and obtained by eating meats, eggs and cheese. The 20 grams of carbohydrates per day are obtained through allowed vegetables. During this phase, breads, alcohol, nuts, caffeine, seeds and legumes are strictly banned. During the ongoing weight loss phase, the dieter still limits the total carbohydrates but is able to add some back. This new grams of carbohydrates should be obtained by more vegetables, seeds and nuts. Low carb alcoholic beverages are now allowed. This can, however, slow continued weight loss. During this phase, the dieter needs to monitor weight and carb intake. When the dieter’s weight plateaus, the dieter either needs to decrease the...
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...has become a struggle? Perhaps there are a few steps that were not taken into account that can assist individuals during a weight loss journey. With obesity at a staggeringly high rate in the United States, people are choosing incorrect and often controversial, methods of losing weight. As a result people are gaining back those pounds they have worked so hard to lose. Eating the right kinds of foods is the most important way to properly lose weight. Paying close attention to the nutrition labels on the back of the packaging can help. One should not focus entirely on the picture of the food and its’ price, but focus on the Nutrition Facts label. The amount of calories in a serving is how much energy the body will be receiving. Consuming an excess amount of calories each day can be linked to obesity. It is imperative to, also minimize the amount of nutrients like fat, cholesterol, and sodium one consumes. Knowing how much nutrients to eat can lower the risk of certain diseases, like heart disease and high blood pressure. Not all foods labeled as healthy foods are in fact healthy for the body. Do not assume because the words “fat free” or “low fat” are present on labels it must be healthy to eat. The body may not be getting all of the nutrients because of added ingredients that make foods appear healthier. The second most important way to lose weight is choosing foods that will boost metabolism. There are a variety of fruits and vegetables like apples, grapefruit, and broccoli...
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...Two ways to lose weight Society has chosen many ways to lose weight. Two ways that are common are; dieting with exercise or taking dietary supplements. If your goals are to lose weight, which way would fit into your life style; dieting with exercise or taking dietary supplements. Society as a whole has put more emphasis on eating right and taking car of your body. They promote weight lose with TV and radio commercials to show the benefits of losing weight can help your overall health. With exercise and dietary supplements, it can help people achieve their weight lose goals. Are health issues the reason why someone wants to lose weight, or to cut down on the risk? According to American Health, obesity has become a common problem that effects all ages from children to the elderly. American Health suggests that two- thirds of people living in the US are either obese or over weight. Many of these people are taking the necessary steps to lose weight. Their are many heath concerns that have motivated people to want to lose weight. Some of the concerns are; Heart health is why some are losing weight, because the more weight that you carry puts extra stress on your heart. It can also lead to heart disease. Losing that extra weight will decease your chances of having high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and reduces your chances of having heart problems. By doing these things can lead you to having a long life. Obesity can also lead to, diabetes, stroke, hypertension...
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...debunk will identify one popular fad diet and one popular over-the-counter weight loss product. It will explain how the diet and weight loss product work. The diet and weight loss product marketing techniques will be examined as well as providing examples of these techniques. Pros and cons will be given for the diet and weight loss program. This diet debunk will determine if the diet and weight loss program come from a reputable source. Last but not least, psychological, cultural, and social media influences that may play a role in an individual’s choice of diet and weight loss product will be examined. Diet Debunk: Weight Loss Program vs. Weight Loss Product The Atkins Diet has been a popular weight loss program for many years with numerous people having success losing pounds on the scale. Another way to lose weight is by using a weight loss product such as Xenadrine. The Atkins Diet and Xenadrine will be compared and contrasted in depth in several areas as well as looking at what influences people to use such methods to lose weight. How Do They Work? The Atkins Diet. The Atkins Diet is a low-carbohydrate diet that was developed by Dr. Robert C. Atkins in 1972. While carbohydrates are restricted, this diet stresses protein and fats. The theory behind The Atkins Diet is that when consuming too many carbohydrates, such as white flour and sugar, the body has blood sugar fluctuations that lead to weight gain. By restricting these carbohydrates, the body will then turn to burning...
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...Two Methods to Lose Weight Florence J. Smith COM/155 September 27, 2013 Carmen Garcia Two Methods to Lose Weight In a society with fast food, TV dinners and convenience store deli’s that provide high calorie foods obesity and chronic diseases are a growing issue. Food is also used for comfort in tough times, at social gatherings and a center piece for the holidays. Then there are those people that are just addicted to eating like with any other addict that depends on drugs or alcohol. Many people find themselves looking for a way to lose the added pounds. Proper Nutrition and regular exercise provide a healthier lifestyle compared to extreme exercise routines and fad diets. If you are one of many people that wake up one morning, look in the mirror and decide that it is time to take action. There are two methods to lose weight; the first is proper nutrition and regular exercise, and the second, would be multiple fad diets and extreme exercise programs. Another outlook on these two methods would be to say the right way and the wrong way. Both methods help with achieving weight loss, however only one is the proper method. One might ask what the difference is, the goal is to lose weight and be healthy. Proper nutrition and regular exercise is a lifestyle change, whereas the use of fad diets and extreme work out programs is just a temporary solution. We all want to be more fit and get a clean bill of health from our doctors and I am about to...
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...Weight Watchers Jean Nidetch created the Weight Watchers diet plan in 1961. Nidetch was a 5’7’ 38 year old woman that weighed 214 pounds. She struggled with being over weight her entire childhood, trying different diets and pills that were supposed to make you lose weight, but when she lost the weight she just gained it right back. Nidtech was tired of trying diet plans that only failed her, so she became motivated to figure out a diet plan that would truly work. She combined a practical diet with group support meetings. She asked several of her overweight friends go on a diet and to meet for weekly check-ins with her, and after two months had passed she had 40 women meeting to talk about their progress. Jean Nidetch stayed on her program and lost 72 pounds by October 1962. Just by spreading the word through her friends she ended up getting hundreds of people who wanted to join this diet group. Weight watchers is a system that offers numerous dieting products and services to support weight loss. The newest addition to Weight Watchers is the pointsplus program, in this program every food has a PointsPlus value, which takes into account a food's protein, carbs, fat, and fiber. They came up with a formula that takes all of that information and turns it into one easy-to-use, number. You get a daily-personalized PointsPlus Target, so you know how much to eat each day to lose weight safely. When using the weight watchers diet you are not depriving yourself of any nutrients...
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...1. Describe the food program promoted by the organization. Is the program flexible enough to allow people with different foodways and lifestyles to use it successfully? Is it adaptable and easy to follow? Does it provide variety? Does the program provide for weight maintenance after the goal weight is achieved? Slim fast is a weight loss program which replaces 2 meals of your choice with a Meal Replacement Shake or Bar and then have one 500-calorie meal. The program is flexible by giving the customer a choice of their snack or shakes and also is for many different foodways and lifestyles such as: gluten free shakes and many favorite food items. It is very adaptable and easy to follow because all the customer has to do is replace 2 meals with their choice a day and can enjoy it at home, work, or even in their car. The program provides a big variety. They have many choices of healthy meals, shakes, snacks and bars. It is clinically proven to help lose weight and keep the weight off. 2. Describe how the plan works. Does it require substantial registration fees, mandatory purchase of various items or foods, attendance at a minimum number of meetings? The customer replaces 2 meals of their choice with a SlimFast shake or bar and then a healthy meal. It is very customizable to fit their lifestyle and provides independence upon their plan to lose weight because they organize it and choose their meals themselves. SlimFast helps control hunger for up to 4 hours. There are no meetings...
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...perfect body, there is really no better way to have that perfect body other than to start weight loss exercises together with a smart diet. It is very important that these two always go together. Why? You burn the most fat and your calorie intake is minimal. Secondly, to put these two together will give you faster results. If one is missing then you will just be wasting your efforts and will be achieving minimal results. A smart diet will help your body recover from the intensity of your exercise without compromising your body and your health. A smart diet will also help you lose the unwanted weight in you by reducing your body’s intake of fattening food thus gaining less than what you sweat in your exercise. Hence, weight loss exercise together with a smart diet program is the only way to healthily lose weight and leaving one or the other out does not get you the desired results. A lot of people are getting this wrong. Some are too lazy to do it properly. Or do both for that matter. People must know that there are no shortcuts to this if they want the best results. No drugs, no surgeries, no pills, or any alternatives will be better than exercise and diet. Besides, most of those are not effective and they have their side effects. Let me share my experience with exercising independent from diet and vice versa. I admit it is hard to do both at the same time, but based on my experiences losing weight is achieved only when exercise and diet go hand in hand. I tried exercising alone before...
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...Communication Strategy for a new Weight-Loss Drug ZOOM Syndicate Gari Nurahman Wahyu Kumoro Santo Rizal Background Time February 2008 Cambridge Sciences Pharmaceuticals (CSP) International health care company Focus on Developing, manufacturing, and marketing product (metabolic disorder, gastrointestinal disease, immune deficiencies, etc.) Barbara Printup, Senior Director of marketing Want to launch Metabical (Meh-tuh-bye-cal) Objective Develop Positioning Strategy Build the Marketing Communication plan Positioning IMC Launch February 2008 January 2009 Analysis United State Issue In 2005, 65% from adult Population is Overweight, Obese and severely obese. The Second cause of preventable death Social Stigma (affect to professional life) Weight loss Drugs characteristic No Prescription drugs for (BMI of 25 30) are available Negative side effects ( gastrointestinal effect, and liver damage) Herbal/ dietary supplement Required an FDA approval except herbal Metabical Approved by FDA Specifically for Overweight (BMI 25 30) Reducing stress on heart and liver Single dose per day (controlled release feature) The side effect (gastrointestinal discomfort) less severe then other (if the patient consumed high level of fat and calories) Not recommended for BMI >30 Support Program Reference material Online weight Control Personal Support Meal Plans Weight loss tracker Food diary Nutritional and...
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...Physical Exercise Training Program Outline Team HPE 170 May 4, 2013 Larry Horton Physical Exercise Training Program Outline Type of physical exercise training program Jamila wants to lose twenty pounds over the next twelve weeks or three months. In order for Jamila to meet this goal she must burn approximately 6,000 calories a week. Jamila will need to work out twice a day to achieve this goal. In the morning, Jamila will start with an active stretch before she starts her cycling class. She will burn approximately 150-180 calories from actively stretching (Rifkin, 2011). Then she will take a cycling class for 30 min. She will burn approximately 400 calories from this class. In the evening her workout routine will consist of various workout routines. Before Jamila starts her workout routine in the evening she will need to stretch. Jamila will get the ultimate stretch by participating in 30 minutes of hot yoga. She will burn approximately 350-400 calories from hot yoga (Gronot, 2011). Then Jamila will run on the treadmill for approximately 60 minutes. If she runs at approximately 9 mph she will burn approximately 1,020 calories (Weeks, 2011). Once she has completed her running she will stretch out her running muscles to ensure she does not get sore. During her stretching routine she will burn approximately 150-180 calories (Rifkin, 2011). She will do these workouts everyday M-F. On Saturday she will incorporate weight training instead of cycling in the morning...
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...Team C Final Paper - Weight Watchers Bethany Deecken, Debbie Duncan, Lisa Ivey, Tina Rakes, Leandra Steele, Thomas Van Horn SCI 220 / Human Nutrition University of Phoenix Weight Watchers Weight Watchers is one of the oldest diet programs in America. In the early 1960’s, their founder Jean Nidetch began inviting friends into her Queens home once a week to discuss how best to lose weight. Today, that group of friends has grown to millions of men and women around the world who use the services and products offered by Weight Watchers to lose their unwanted pounds. The program helps inform people about how to live a healthy and prosperous life by teaching them not only about physical fitness, but about mental and emotional fitness as well. Weight Watchers Philosophy According to Weight Watchers, their philosophy has always been that dieting is just one part of long term weight management. A healthy body results from a healthy lifestyle. This means being not only physically fit, but also mentally and emotionally fit as well. Weight Watchers provides information, tools and knowledge to help you make healthy decisions about eating. This program works by the philosophy that the person who wants to lose weight should eat whatever he/she likes without sacrificing any of their favorite foods, or missing any of their meals. According to Weight Watchers, if we do not eat for a long period of time, any of the unused food is stored for “emergency” use, where the body stores...
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