As resolutions are being made this month we are all encouraged to endure the rigors of losing unwanted belly fat after the hectic holidays. It's important however, to include those close to you in your plans, even if only to cheer you on and hold you accountable to your set goal.
Research has consistently shown that when couples work toward achieving a healthy weight as a team, they’re more likely to lose pounds and keep them off longer. Their secret? A built-in support system. Having someone help you work through daily challenges, encourage your efforts and recognize your progress is priceless.
Indeed, good social support is one of 12 research-based factors that predicts successful weight loss, according to an Institute of Medicine report (Weighing the Options: Criteria for Evaluating Weight-Management Programs, 1995). And no worries if you don’t have a live-in partner who also wants to drop some pounds. Dieting with a close friend, child or coworker can have the same effect. Just keep in mind that the people you have the closest relationships with, will most likely have the greatest influence on you
One advantage to teaming up with a partner is that you’ll each bring different ideas to the dining table. When your weight-loss partner is of the opposite sex, the differences may be especially pronounced. For example, both men and women are often emotional eaters, but they tend to overeat in reaction to different emotions.
Women tend to overeat mostly when in a negative mood state—they’re stressed at work or upset about something. You get two stressed-out women together, and they’re going to pull out the Häagen-Dazs. In stark contrast, men are much more likely to overeat when they are happy. As opposites, men and women may find it easier to help each other stay on track
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