We all know people who are overweight and have expressed a desire to begin a weight loss program. If you're in that category, please remember: You have to do it when it's the right time for you. Don't let your doctor, your parents, your spouse, your kids, or your friends pressure you into doing it. You have to do it, as I said, when it's right for you. You are going to begin a relentless battle with the bad habits you've had for years. You have to be prepared for that battle. Nothing matters until you get to the point where you say to yourself, "This is going to end up very badly unless I get a handle on my weight. I can't postpone it any longer."
External pressure to lose weight won't cut it. It's going to take a strong intrinsic desire for you to succeed.