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SMART WEIGHT CONTROL

SMART WEIGHT CONTROL. A CALORIE(kcal ). A unit of energy. It is the amount of heat needed to raise 1g H20, 1 degree celcius . The cause of overweight and obesity is a chronic imbalance of calories taken in and calories burned. 1 POUND OF BODY FAT = 3500 CALORIES. Bodyweight.

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SMART WEIGHT CONTROL

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  1. SMART WEIGHT CONTROL

  2. A CALORIE(kcal) • A unit of energy. It is the amount of heat needed to raise 1g H20, 1 degree celcius. • The cause of overweight and obesity is a chronic imbalance of calories taken in and calories burned. • 1 POUND OF BODY FAT = 3500 CALORIES

  3. Bodyweight • Obesity – is defined as 20% above ideal body weight • Overweight – is defined as 10 -20% over your ideal body weight • Underweight – is defined as someone at least 10% below ideal body weight.

  4. Ideal Weight • Depends on • Age • Height • Body frame • Activity level

  5. Safe Weight Management Program Criteria: • 1. Doctor Advises • 2. Nutritionally Balanced Diet • 3. Exercise • 4. Reasonable Weight Loss Goals • 5. Change in Lifestyle

  6. 3 Body Types • Ectomorph – Small Frame • Mesomorph – Medium Frame • Endomorph – Large Frame

  7. Tips for Smart Weight Control • Plan a Diet that works for you • Exercise for Fitness • Don’t Skip Meals • Downsize Portions at Mealtime • Be Careful of over Snacking • Beware of Fad Diets • Learn to Accept Yourself • Always Check with a Doctor First

  8. Remember • Calories needs change during the life cycle.

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