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often describe the process of weight Iloss and healthy living as being comprised of two components. The first is the knowledge of what to do, and the second is the motivation to do it. At the outset of our program, I ask members what they feel is more important, knowledge or motivation, and then ask the same question a few weeks into the program. What is inter esting is how their answers change. Beginners, or those suffering from repeated bouts of yoâ€"yo dieting and commercial programming, often state that knowledge is the most important factor for weight loss. At the time, this may very well be true, as their weight loss knowledge maybe limited or mudâ€" dled with misinformation. However, after a few weeks of sound nutrition, behaviour and exercise eduâ€" cation, their response to this question changes. Now that the knowledge of what to do and how to do it has been simplified, they point out that motivaâ€" tion is the most important factor for weight loss. If this is indeed the case, then repâ€" utable programs should spend a great deal of time providing, boosting and fueling motivation. Further, they should provide a system that allows clients to recognize when their motivaâ€" tion has slipped and strategies to regain their lost enthusiasm. I will now try to shed some light on what exactly motivation is and how we can capture it. Motivation and our ability to change The term motivation has been described in numerous ways. It is an emotion, or a desire, that operates on our will to act. The act represents a change in our current or normal behaviour. Since change is ultimately what we are after, it is difficult to talk about motivation without asking the question why do people change? Check out our website under coming events â€" calendar for a detailed schedule of services Church of the Holy Saviour People change for a number of reaâ€" C (CALVARY UNITED Nn â€"â€"â€" St. Jacobs â€"â€" Welcome! 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Thus, if an individual does not clearly understand the importance of changing their behaviours they are far less likely to continue the process. A person must be wiling to change and their willingness to change will be driven by the importance they place upon changing. This importance represents the disâ€" crepancy between their current behavâ€" iour and where they would like to be. So an individual who has slowly deteriâ€" orating health and fitness levels may not perceive the importance of beginâ€" ning an exercise program. But if this same individual suddenly incurs a heart attack the discrepancy between where their fitness level is and where they‘d like it to be Celebrate Eucharist with us Mass times are: Saturday 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Vietnamese 4:00 p.m. Weekdays Tuesday â€" Fridays 12:00 noon ALL SAINTS ANCLICAN CHURCH 6 Highpoint Ave., Waterloo 519884â€"6600 Rev. Canon Robin Lyons * Music Director: Mary! 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Not only does ambivalence occur prior to changing, but throughout and even after the change has occurred. One way to tip the scale towards change, or better yet highlight the disâ€" crepancy between current health and the desired state, is to clearly outline the benefits and sacrifices of changing. At Healthy Weights we have our clients clearly outline the benefits and the sacâ€" rifices of changing their eating and exercise habits. It is normal to magnify the sacrifices when our motivation is low, or when life‘s stresses get in the way. This is when having your benefits written down and in clear views can motivate you to stay on track. When it comes to eating better and exercise, some benefits are obvious. But you will have a few that are unique to you. Your motivation may consist of being a role model for your children to be able to join your grandchild in a game of soccer, or to improve your golf game. ~ Reminding yourself of these beneâ€" fits often frequently can help keep you on track and motivate you to eat well even on your most hectic and stressful days. Drew Harvey is the founder and director of Healthy Weights. Contact him at dréw@healthyweights.ca or go to www.healthyweights.ca. No Medical Referral Necessary. New Patients Welcome KW Foot & Orthotics Clinic provides a full service in all aspects of foot health and care. Our practitioner is a primary health care provider who is extensivelly trained in the assessment, prevention and treatâ€" ment of foot and ankle disorders. 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