While many people want to lose 10-15 pounds to look better or to fit in their old clothes, there are some very compelling health reasons to lose the weight as well. Coupling these appearance and health reasons can be a great way to motivate you to lose weight and maintain a healthier lifestyle. The short-term benefit is always the fun new outfits and the compliments from friends, but being healthier and more active always pays off in helping you live a longer and healthier life.
When you look at the additional effects that come with weight loss, beyond just looking great, there’s no reason not to start your journey to a healthy weight right away. Looking better and feeling great increases your quality of life and gives you the time and energy you need to run after kids or grandchildren, participate in sports, and tackle major life goals. The long-term health benefits of weight loss are just as valuable as the short term boosts in appearance and energy.
Please contact us if you have questions or want to learn more about our weight loss programs or Botox and Fillers:
- To reach our AZ Clinics, call 602-374-7226 (2 Clinics in Mesa and Phoenix)
- To reach our NM Clinics, call 505-888-9575 (3 Clinics in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe) or 575-222-4994 (Las Cruces)
- To reach our TX Clinic, call 214-296-0269 (Dallas)
- Or visit us online to schedule an appointment: http://fitmedicalweightloss.com/
One major benefit you’ll notice as soon as you start to lose weight is that you’re putting less pressure on your joints. Not only are you less likely to get osteoarthritis, but you’re also more likely to be active because you’re experiencing less joint pain. Losing weight also helps keep inflammation down so you can enjoy your favorite active sports and hobbies for years to come.
Whether you’re overweight due to years of bad habits or you just haven’t finished losing the extra pounds from your last pregnancy, you probably know that carrying around extra fat significantly impacts your ability to get a good night’s rest. Having a higher percentage of fat means a greater potential for sleep apnea. Getting a good night’s rest will help you better regulate your metabolism and give your immune system the time it needs to keep you healthy.
Losing the weight and getting active begins an upward cycle towards better overall health. When you feel better about how you look, you make better choices. When you don’t have pain, you’re more likely to move and enjoy activities. You lower your risk for cancer, you may find your allergies and asthma symptoms decreasing, and your heart is much healthier, which means your risk of diabetes and high cholesterol is much lower. Lowering your risk of each of these conditions means that you’ll be able to continue your healthy lifestyle for years to come with less medical frustration and expense.
Eating healthier and drinking plenty of water instead of soda leads to healthy skin and glowing complexions. Just as important as fitting in those cute new clothes is looking good and remembering to smile about how your life is going in a healthy and positive direction. Feeling good about yourself is a great way to lower symptoms of depression. With so many ways losing those few pounds can boost your health, there’s no reason not to start today.
Please contact us if you have questions or want to learn more about our weight loss programs or Botox and Fillers: