1. Sometimes, the need to lose weight is glaringly obvious, wh
can be a little hard to tell. There is quite a range when it co
weight" but certain signs can let you know that you need to d
If you do determine that you need to lose weight, don't wo
lose weight fast. Set up a balanced weight loss program so yo
in a healthy fashion and can keep it off. And remember, whe
lose weight fast or slowly, consistency is the key to any go
program. Modify your eating habits and move your body, an
up seeing results.
2. One way to tell if you need to drop a few pounds is to punch
weight into a BMI calculator. BMI stands for body mass in
calculation that helps determine if you need to lose weight.
a tool that's typically found online that calculates your BM
mass index of 18.5 or lower means you could stand to gain
3. If your BMI is between 18.5 and 24.9 you're at your ideal wei
means you need to lose weight. If the BMI calculator tells yo
over 30, it means you are technically obese. The BMI calcula
way to tell if you need to lose weight in most instances. Som
of weight lifters and bodybuilders, you'll get a BMI reading o
definitely isn't the case. For most people, the BMI calculator
4. How your weight is distributed on your body is another way
lose a few. The apple shape, where people carry more f
midsection, is considered to be more dangerous by health
accumulate around your internal organs and cause serious h
have an apple shaped body, you don't necessarily have to lo
maintain your health, but you should start a weight loss prog
than later. A waist size of over 40 inches in men or 35 inch
another indicator that you should lose weight for the good
5. If you have any health issues such as type 2 diabetes, it's like
weight would help. Many cases of type 2 diabetes are ca
weight, and are resolved with weight loss. Aside from the BM
shape and illnesses, how you feel overall also plays a role in w
should lose weight. If you find that you're often short of bre
joints in your lower body, losing weight may help. Find a bal
program that includes both diet and exercise and you'll be a
weight you need to.
