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Addition Gives Members More than 18,000 Fitness Club Choices Nationwide

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Silver&Fit Healthy Aging and Exercise Program is pleased to announce the addition of over 340 U.S.-based Crunch gyms to its national network of 18,000+ fitness centers. The new additions give Silver&Fit members more workout options to choose from within the network, which includes top name-brand gyms, local or regional fitness centers, YMCAs, boutique fitness studios, and more.

The Silver&Fit program, which is a product of American Specialty Health (ASH) Fitness, provides no-cost or subsidized low-cost gym memberships to individuals enrolled in certain Medicare or Medicare Supplement plans. Affordable access to gyms incentivizes and motivates individuals to develop a fitness routine that can result in a healthier, happier life. The program also offers thousands of top name video workouts for those who prefer to get fit at home.

"We think our members will be happy to learn that we've added every Crunch gym in the country to our network of fitness facilities," said Jeff Na, vice president of Fitness Networks at ASH Fitness. "People love that Crunch promises to be a 'No Judgment' zone. We know that some individuals feel intimidated going into a gym. A judgment-free culture can help to ensure a feeling of inclusion regardless of age, abilities, gender, or ethnicity."

"Crunch Fitness has always served all kinds of people with all types of health goals, which is why we're thrilled to partner with ASH Fitness," said Mike Neff, executive vice president at Crunch Fitness. "We're eager to continue expanding our diverse member base by making serious exercise fun and supporting people of all ages, shapes, and sizes to achieve their goals."

Those interested in participating can contact their health plan to learn whether they are eligible, or visit Silver&Fit.com to check eligibility.

About Crunch

Crunchis a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of 'No Judgments.' Crunch serves a fitness community for all kinds of people with all types of goals, exercising all different ways, working out at the same place together. Today, Crunch is renowned for creating one-of-a-kind group fitness classes and unique programming for its diverse members. Headquartered in New York, NY, Crunch serves two million members with over 400 gyms worldwide in 34 states and the District of Columbia, Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, Portugal, Puerto Rico, and Spain. Crunch is rapidly expanding across the U.S. and around the globe.

About American Specialty Health Fitness, Inc. (ASH Fitness)

ASH Fitness, a subsidiary of American Specialty Health Incorporated(ASH), provides a growing number of flexible fitness solutionsfor Medicare, Medicare Supplement, and commercial health plans, as well as employer groups, associations, and others. Fitness program offerings include the Silver&Fit, Active&Fit Enterprise, Active&Fit Direct, and the consumer-direct Active&Fit Now program. ASH is one of the nation's premier independent and privately-ownedspecialty health services organizations. For more information, visit ASHCompanies.com or call 800-848-3555.

Lisa FreemanAmerican Specialty Health Fitness[emailprotected]310-422-9200

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David Goggins has carved out a successful post-military career as an author and motivational speaker in part due to his own life story, in particular the many physical challenges he has undertaken. This has led to a growing number of fitness influencers aping his accomplishments, from running 48 miles in 48 hours to following his 800-calorie-per-day diet weight loss diet.

In a recent video, YouTubers Brandon William and Jesse James West spend the day working out and eating like Goggins, specifically taking on the daily routine and diet he used to lose 100 pounds in just 3 months while preparing to join the Navy SEALs. William reasons that because this is Goggins' weight loss plan, it makes sense for them to be carrying extra weight during the challenge, and so both he and West each don a 30-pound vest for the entire day.

The day kicks off with a "pretty rough" 4:30 a.m. start. After each eating a banana, William and West spend an hour on the stationary bike, before hitting the pool for a 2-mile swim. "Since we're both terrible swimmers, we decided to split the 2 miles between us into 1 mile each," says William. "Even though we were swimming just 1 mile each, we were struggling quite a bit."

At 11 a.m. it's time full body workout, consisting of 100 reps each on pullups, bench press, and deadlift. West notes that with the padding of the vest and the relatively light barbell (45 pounds), they're essentially doing pretty easy half-reps on the bench press. Although by the time he gets through all 100 reps, he's feeling different. "Oh my god, my chest is on fire," he says.

To make it through the rest of the workout, William and West increase their rest periods between sets, and eventually complete all 300 reps each.

The workout is followed by a run on the beach"I'm never running again," claims Westand an hour-long bike ride. Or at least, it's a cycle for West; William's tire is flat, which means he runs the entire way home.

When it is finally time to eat at 7 p.m., they keep the menu simple, with a bro classic meal of chicken breast, broccoli, and white rice. That brings their entire calorie intake for the day to around 800.

"This is so rewarding," says William. "This really makes me appreciate food more."

Philip Ellis is a freelance writer and journalist from the United Kingdom covering pop culture, relationships and LGBTQ+ issues. His work has appeared in GQ, Teen Vogue, Man Repeller and MTV.

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RHINELADNER (WJFW) - The School District of Rhinelander announced that free open swim and open fitness community center times will be available to the community again during the school year.

All members of the community are welcome to enjoy family time and swim laps in the Heck Family Community Pool inside Rhinelander High School. (RHS)

Free open swim will be open every Sun. Sept. 11 and running every Sunday until May 21, from 9 a.m through noon.

There is no pre-registration required, but you'll have to sign-in upon arrival.

The pool will be closed on certain days, to find out more on those days you can visit the School District of Rhinelander's website.

Anyone under 10-years-old must be accompanied by an adult.

The Aspirus Community Fitness Center inside the Rhinelander High School will be available weekdays starting Sept. 1 at 3:30 p.m. until 6 p.m.

The fitness center will be open to the community until June 2.

Anyone older than 12-years-old is welcome to attend.

A signed waiver will be required before using the fitness center. Everyone will need to sign in upon arrival. You can visit the School District of Rhinelander's website to find out more on days that they will be open.

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Skechers | Photo by Betsy Zanjani

Betsy Zanjani, Contributing Writer | Thursday, September 1, 2022

Held Aug. 2324 at the Pasa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach, Calif., this edition showcased over 600 brands and attracted over 400 registered retailers. Since moving to Pasa, buyers really enjoy the intimate setting and quality of exhibitors, said Associate Show Director Devon Ranger.

Hector Tamayo, retail manager for Rancho La Puerta in Mexico, makes Active Collective my one buying trip every year. This is the main show for me to meet and work with vendors in person, he said.

Skechers released its new line as a complement to its footwear, rebranding itself as the comfort brand. Brad Meyer, key account executive, explained, We are addressing the 50-to-60-year-old customer who has been underserved. Our clothes are for the everyday person, not necessarily for working out. High-waisted leggings at $18$26 were top sellers.

Vuori came into the market as a premium mens brand and later added womens. The performance jogger soon became the addiction piece. Currently with 22 company-owned retail stores, it is launching its first international store in London. The dream knits feature a soft, silky hand while providing the same performance qualities for which the brand is known. The Daily drawstring legging is priced at $42.

Koral presented its latest collection, featuring special fabric effects such as eyelet, flocking and snakeskin textures. Vice President of Sales Sarah Choufani said, buyers come to us for our fashion. Its newest style, the tennis skort at $43, was strongly received.

Spiritual Gangster, the brainchild of Ian Lopatin, who as a yoga instructor brought hip-hop into his classes, has created a cool vibe for the activewear line.

Sweaty Betty, with a loyal international following, has now concentrated plans for growth to the U.S. specialty market with its attributes of bum sculpting, sweat licking and COOLMAX fabrications.

The Beginning of, formerly a textile company, has made inroads with its sustainable, chemical-free line. Its 3D textures are strategically placed for maximum shaping. The company is currently working with key retailers on private-label programs.

Arrazantty is working in tandem with Texneo to streamline the process of yarn to garment, providing a competitive edge over Asian production. This Made-in-Brazil alternative features less transit time, is eco-friendly and affordable.

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Update your workout wardrobe with the latest trends (PE Nation/PA)

That back-to-school feeling is in the air, as summer begins to fade and the second New Year (as productivity gurus and life coaches like to call it) starts in September.

Whether youve just returned from a long, relaxing holiday or youve eased up on exercise throughout the warmer months (and who can blame you with all those heatwaves), if youre looking for some gym kit to kickstart your fitness routine, nows the right time to stock up.

The autumn/winter collections are landing in-store and online, and theres everything you need to update your workout wardrobe from high-tech, long-lasting essentials to affordable basics.

Here are five activewear trends to help you get in gear for autumn

The same way baggy and bootcut jeans have taken over from skinnies, flared leggings and trousers are now the coolest cut on the sportswear scene.

Perfect for yoga or dance classes, they also double up as loungewear and look great with chunky trainers.

PE Nation Rudimental Sports Bra in Cherry Tomato, 84; Full Force Leggings in Cherry Tomato, 106

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Gilly Hicks Go Recharge Flare Pants in Green, 39

Busy prints take a backseat this season, as colour blocking comes to the fore with two-tone sports bras.

From neutrals to bright colours, these crop tops are supportive and stylish.

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Pocket Sport Plein Air Sports Bra, Black/Taupe, 45, John Lewis & Partners

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Le Ore Corso Crossover Two-tone Stretch Sports Bra in Emerald, 35 (was 65), The Outnet

As sustainability becomes an increasingly important factor for shoppers, were seeing a return to classic black gym kit that wont fall out of fashion by next season.

All-black outfits always look cool, or you can easily mix and match separates with bright trainers for a splash of colour.

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Adidas HIIT 45 Seconds Crop Tank Top Black/Carbon, 43; Tailored HIITLuxe 45 Seconds Training 7/8 Tights, 85

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Tu at Sainsburys Active Black Leopard Coord Half Zip Top, 11 (was 22)

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Under Armour Womens UA HOVR Infinite 4 Running Shoes, 115

Ever since Margot Robbie was spotted shooting the upcoming Barbie movie, pink has become the hottest colour in the fashion world.

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But you dont have to don cycling shorts and leg warmers to get the Barbiecore workout look instead, take your pick of pinks, from pastel to fuchsia.

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MP X Sinead Short Sleeve Top in Pink, 24; Rib Seamless Cycling Short in Pink, 32; Hoodie in Pink, 38

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Lululemon AirWrap Modal Pullover Hoodie in Raspberry Cream, 74 (was 108); Softstreme High-Rise Short 4 in Strawberry Milkshake, 44 (were 65)

Throwing it back to the Eighties, autumns coolest kicks are black with fluoro flashes.

From hot pink to highlighter yellow, these retro-inspired trainers increase your visibility and your style credentials.

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New Balance DynaSoft Nitrel V5 in Magnet with Cyber Jade and Electric Purple, 85

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Nike Pegasus Trail 4 Womens, 115, JD Sports

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Tesla Inc TSLA CEO Elon Musk says he tried intermittent fasting on the advice of a friend and is now feeling "healthier."

What Happened: Musk said, The Zero fasting app is quite good in a Twitter thread on Sunday.

The Tesla and SpaceX CEO said on Twitter that hes down 20 lbs (9.07 Kg) from his unhealthy peak weight.

Zero's description onApple Incs AAPL App Store says the app takes a holistic approach and features guidance from experts.

The description touts Zero as the worlds most popular fasting app and says it has been featured in Womens Health and The Tim Ferriss Show.

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Why It Matters: While Musk has seen some success with weight loss, he appeared open to new ideas and asked his 104.3 million Twitter followers for things that are working for you in life & that others may find helpful!

Musk was recently seen vacationing in Greece where a few of his shirtless photos went viral and led to a cascade of memes.

Price Action: On Friday, Tesla shares closed 2.7% lower at $288.09 in the regular session and dropped 1.2% in the after-hours trading to $284.60, according to data from Benzinga Pro.

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People have many options when they seek to lose weight. Fad diets may promise quick results, but highly restrictive eating plans or marathon workout sessions can be dangerous. Taking shortcuts or risks in the hopes of losing weight can lead to various health issues and ultimately put peoples overall health in serious jeopardy. Thankfully, there are many safe ways people can lose weight.

The first step in safe weight loss is to visit a doctor and let him or her know your plans. The doctor can help determine if a specific eating plan or exercise routine is safe based on your current health. Certain medications can affect metabolism and even contribute to weight gain, so a discussion with the doctor can help ensure people arent putting their health in jeopardy when their goal is to get healthy.

Its also vital that people trying to lose weight do not believe everything they read online. Research published in The American Journal of Public Health in October 2014 found that most people who search the internet for tips on how to lose weight come across false or misleading information on weight loss, particularly in regard to how quickly they can shed some pounds. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises the safest amount of weight to lose per week is between one and two pounds. People who lose more per week, particularly on fad diets or programs, oftentimes are much more likely to regain weight later on than people who took more measured approaches to losing weight. In addition, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics notes it is better to lose weight gradually because if a person sheds pounds too fast, he or she can lose muscle, bone and water instead of fat.

The calories in, calories out concept is something to keep in mind when attempting to lose weight. But metabolism and other factors, including body composition and physical activity levels, also are factors. How well ones body turns calories into fuel also needs to be considered. The best ways to experiment are to start slowly.

Calculate the average daily calories consumed in a day using a tracker. This can be a digital app on a phone or simply writing down calories on a piece of paper. Track over a few days and see, on average, how many calories youve been consuming.

Notice extra calories. Many diets can be derailed by eating extra calories that you dont realize youre consuming. That cookie a coworker insists you eat or the leftover mac-and-cheese from your toddlers plate can be sources of extra calories. Be mindful of whats being consumed, including sweetened beverages.

Explore the science. According to the Scotlandbased health service NHS Inform, one pound of fat contains 3,500 calories on average. Cutting calorie intake by 500 calories per day should see you lose 1 pound per week. The same goes in the other direction. Eating 500 more calories per day for a year can result in gaining close to 50 pounds. Small changes really add up.

Eat filling foods. Choose low-calorie, high quality foods, like vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins. Meals that provide satiety can help eliminate betweenmeals snacks that can derail your weight loss efforts.

Seek support as a way to create accountability. Share weight loss plans with a friend or relative who can help monitor your progress and keep you on track.

Incorporate strength training. Good Housekeeping says the more lean muscle you have, the faster you can slim down. Start slowly with strength training, using free weights or body weights. Aim for strength workouts three to four times per week and alternate with calorie-blasting cardio.

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Taking diet pills, exercising around the clock, engaging in restrictive eating habits and following trendy diets promising to speed up metabolism are just a few of the methods people use to drop weight fast. While a tempting concept, most experts maintain that rapid weight loss is neither healthy nor sustainable, and even somewhat deceiving.

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There is a long and short answer to the question, How much weight can you lose in a week? Sure, if you stop eating altogether and amp up exercise, you can lose up to 30 pounds in a week. How much weight should you aim to lose in a week? The majority of expertsincluding the Centers for Disease Control and Preventionunanimously agree that an average of one to two pounds of weight per week is a healthy weight loss goal. In fact most of them, including Jenna Kilgore, MS, NASM CPT, FNS andNoom Coach, maintain that suddenly losing a lot of weight is less sustainable than slow and steady weight loss.

Dr. Wajahat Mehal, MD, PhD, weight loss expert with Yale Medicine and director of the Weight Loss Program and professor at Yale School of Medicine, suggests looking at the big picture, focusing on how much weight you can lose overall versus how much weight you can lose in a week. Total weight loss with lifestyle intervention is generally 3-4% of starting weight, he explains.

There are a number of factors that contribute to weight loss, which may result in a more rapid or gradual weight loss. Weight loss is a complicated process, kind of like putting a puzzle together, adds Kilgore. In other words, you may be able to lose more or less than the average one to two pounds per week due to these variables. Here's everything you need to know about how to do it safely.

7 variables that contribute to weight loss

1. Body mass

Kilgore explains that someone who is starting off at a higher BMI is more likely to lose more weight in a week than someone with a lower one. Additionally, while science has concluded that muscle doesnt actually weigh more than fat (a pound of muscle weighs the same as a pound of fat) it is denser. This is why most health and fitness experts rely more on body composition measurements than simply the weight on the scale.

2. Water weight

Water weight is more of a sign of quick weight loss than sustained weight loss, explains Gans. Since our body is made up of 60% water it is not uncommon to see weight fluctuations from one to five pounds in a given day. Bottom line: You shouldnt consider water weight loss true weight loss, because it will come back as soon as you hydrate.

When attempting to lose weight, most people focus on calorie intake. While seriously restricting caloric intake will inevitably lead to rapid weight loss, experts suggest taking a more moderate and sustainable approach with your total number of calories consumed per day dependent on how many you burn. For example, a more active person who is regularly exercising needs more calories than someone who is sedentary. However, overall a 500 calorie deficit per day should lead to one pound per week of weight loss, maintains Gans.

A doctor or weight loss expert can help you determine a healthy deficit goal using bioimpedance analysis, or BIA, which uses factors such as your muscle mass and basal metabolic weight to figure out what your caloric deficit should be.

4. Nutrition

When it comes to sustainable weight loss and food, calories arent the only thing that matters. Nutrition is the most important aspect of a healthy weight, stresses Dr. Mehal. Without changing the home food environment it is very difficult to have significant weight loss.

In the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 20202025, the USDA explains that a healthy eating plan is not only one that stays within your daily calorie need but involves fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products, protein-rich food including seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs, legumes (beans and peas), soy products, nuts, and seeds, and is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt (sodium), and added sugars.

5. Movement

Movement is essential in any wellness journey. Finding ways to move throughout the day, whether that be short bursts or longer, more intentional workouts, or both, can have a lot of benefits, says Kilgore. Exercise is very beneficial for health even without weight loss, reminds Dr. Mehal. Not only does it help burn calories, but promotes mental and physical health, releasing feel-good hormones. It can cause a boost of endorphins that can also domino into our other choices too, Kilgore adds.

6. Sleep

When we dont get enough sleep, we may find ourselves hungrier and more often craving our comfort foods, she explains. We also tend to have lower energy, which can impact our daily movement, our motivation, etc. A good nights rest is paramount, especially when working on a weight loss goal."

7. Stress

While stress is normal, too much stress can wreak havoc, specifically on our hormones. A prolonged increase in cortisol is linked to abdominal fat storage, Kilgore explains. Not only can stress affect our hunger and fullness cues which can lead to overeating, it can also result in reaching for those comfort foods and ignoring portion sizes. Chronic stress often shows up as a plateau in progress, she says.

Expert endorsed tips to encourage healthy weight loss

In order to maximize weight loss in the healthiest and most sustainable way possible, follow these expert-endorsed weight loss tips.

Fill up on fiber

Fibrous foods are your friend when it comes to sustainable weight loss, says Gans. Fiber-rich carbs, such as 100% whole grains, fruits and veggies, take longer to digest in the body than refined carbs causing more satiety at mealtimes, she says.

Dont eliminate foods you love

Instead of ditching your favorite foods, Gans suggests modifying them. For example, dont stop eating pasta, and instead try to make it healthier. Swap your go-to huge bowl of fettuccine Alfredo, for a healthier dish with one-cup cooked pasta tossed with sauted spinach and grilled shrimp. Or, instead of eating a whole pizza topped with sausage and pepperoni, limit yourself to two slices with spinach and mushrooms, supplementing it with a large mixed green salad on the side. Want French fries with the burger? Go for it, but perhaps lose the bun, she advises.

Focus on progress, not perfection

Trying to eat healthy 100% of the time is unrealistic and unwarranted, says Gans. Instead, focus on a more realistic and smarter approach, such as making healthy choices 85% of the time, and allowing yourself to indulge in whatever you wish the remaining 15%. Dr. Mehal agrees that mindset is key. Most people have too high expectations and then feel as though they have failed, he states.

Try the plate method

Gans also suggests creating most of your meals with the plate method in mind, filling your dish up with one-half veggies, one-quarter carbohydrate, and the remaining one-quarter protein and a fat serving. By default, your portions will be more in check and the protein and fat will help fill you up, she says.

Stay hydrated

The more water you drink, the less you will eat, maintains Gans. Many times individuals confuse thirst for hunger. Simply try and stay hydrated by drinking more water and/or unsweetened, low-calorie beverages, she suggests.

Focus on the whys of weight loss

Kilgore stresses the importance of staying connected to the whys instead of the hows. Remembering why losing weight or reaching our goals is important can go a long way, she says. Motivation can be fleeting and that is one of the biggest challenges we see. When a motivational low hits, it can be hard to power forward. Learning to navigate those ebbs and flows will be valuable in the long run.

Find a support system

Its so important to have a strong support system to reach your weight loss goals. The process can feel lonely at times, Kilgore explains. She suggests building up a support system of family members, friends, coaches, and anyone who can help provide motivation and accountability.

Bottom line: Weight loss is an individualized journey

Remember that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss and how much weight you can lose in a week. Everyones journey to weight loss is their own, notes Kilgore, who recommends keeping the focus on sustainability over speed. "Consistency is a huge factor since this journey can take time and patience to put all of the puzzle pieces together, which can be really mentally trying. Of course, weight loss is not a linear process so pauses, ups, and downs are totally normal along the way! Its important to look for an overall downward trend.

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TOULOUSE, France Overweight patients tend to disagree with their doctors in a big way when it comes to health advice, according to a new study. Scientists report the more overweight the individual, the more likely they are to not see eye-to-eye with their healthcare provider on subjects including weight loss, exercise, and nutrition.

Its no secret that obesity is a major global health issue. The World Health Organization notes that obesity rates have nearly tripled between 1975 and 2016. Obviously, general practitioners and doctors play a big role in tackling this problem, but the relationship between practitioner and patient is a nuanced one.

Researchers say there needs to be a certain amount of mutual trust. The quality of information, mutual comprehension, and agreement between a doctor and their patient has a direct impact on that patients health outcomes, compliance, satisfaction, and overall confidence towards his or her doctor.

Notably, however, prior research reveals that doctors and patients often disagree when it comes to weight. Generally speaking, patients tend to blame factors outside of their control for excess weight gain, such as genetics or hormones. Doctors, on the other hand, emphasize the importance of making healthy lifestyle decisions (like proper nutrition and regular exercise).

At the end of the day, both genetic and behavioral factors influence a persons weight outcomes, but study authors explain this frequent difference of opinion between doctors and their patients can lead to a loss of trust and degrade doctor-patient interactions.

Study authors set out to analyze whether interactions between patients and their doctors varied in connection with patients BMI. The team measured these interactions based on the level of disagreement or agreement between the two parties regarding medical information and advice given during a consultation.

A total of 27 general practitioners and 585 patients from three regions in France took part in the project between September and October 2007. Each participant filled out surveys that collected data on general practitioners and patients perceptions pertaining to the advice given during a consultation.

Study authors then explored differences among the patients and doctors declarations in reference to actions, information, and advice given during the same visit, the patients health status, and the perceived quality of their relationship. Questions asked about weight loss included did your doctor advise you to lose weight during the consultation? (answered by patients) and did you advise this patient to lose weight during the consultation? (answered by doctors).

The team then used the fluctuations and differences in the answers to define any disagreements.

Overall, agreement between patients and their doctors turned out to be either fairly weak (20-40%) or moderate (40-60%) for most questions including those focusing on actions, information, advice, and patients health status. Agreement was even weaker (less than 20%) when it came to the perceived quality of the patient-doctor relationship.

Study authors noticed a clear trend: the more overweight a patient was, the more observed doctor-patient disagreement. These differences of opinion were especially apparent for doctors advice on weight and lifestyle issues. In comparison to other patients with normal BMI, overweight individuals were more likely to disagree with their doctor over advice on how to lose weight, eat healthier, and exercise more often.

An exploration of the patients representations and difficulties related to weight could be offered by the general practitioners as a basis for discussion and appropriate support, says lead study author Latitia Gimenez in a media release.

The study is published in the journal Family Practice.

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As per the nutritionist, a weight loss of 0.2 to 0.9 kilograms a week is the typical ideal recommendation.

A slow and steady approach is key to healthy weight loss

When you are on a diet aimed at shedding those extra kilograms, it can be frustrating to see little to no loss. While losing weight can be a long process, the slow and steady approach is best recommended, as per nutritionist Lovneet Batra. In a video on Instagram, the nutritionist shares that it is not uncommon for people to say that they are not losing weight despite eating smaller quantities. Addressing this, Lovneet states in a note: It's tempting to buy into promises of fast and amazing weight loss. A slow and steady approach is a bit difficult to keep up. A weight loss of 0.2 to 0.9 kilograms a week is the typical recommendation.

The nutritionist explains that successful weight loss requires a long-term commitment to making healthy lifestyle changes in terms of diet, physical exercise and other habits.

Lovneet adds, Focus on eating right foods in appropriately sized portions is more important than eating less. Rather than focusing on calories alone, quality is also key in determining what we should eat and what we should avoid in order to achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

It is not just the calorific value that is important, Lovneet adds, Rather than choosing foods based only on caloric value, choose high-quality, healthy foods, and minimising low-quality foods. Eating less amounts of unhealthy foods, severely cutting calories or removing entire food groups cannot be the long-term approach.

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In another post, Lovneet Batra also lists some foods that can aid in weight loss. As per her Instagram post, focussing on feeding one's body healthier foods is always a more efficient weight loss strategy than cutting out entire food groups.

Lovneet Batra says that papayas, lentils, amla, vegetables and coconut water also aid weight loss.

Before you make any significant changes to your diet, always consult an expert.

Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.

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