Weight-Loss Strategy #2. Seek support from family and friends. People who receive social support are more successful in changing their behaviors. Ask family and friends for help, whether this means keeping high-fat foods out of the house or relieving you of some chores so that you have time to exercise. It will be easier to stick to your new eating plan if everyone in the household eats the same types of foods.

(A low-fat diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and grains will benefit your family’s health  as well, even if they do not need to lose weight.) You may also be more motivated to exercise if you work out with a friend or family member.

Also beware of the saboteurs in your life, the people who might actually encourage you to overeat, like family and friends. They may not even know they are doing it, but if you are going to lose weight successfully, you need to get out of the old habits and into some new ones which will not only help you lose weight, but keep it off.