Ideal body weight should not be determined by any chart, formula or scale; Don’t let a number control how you feel about yourself!
How do your clothes fit, how much energy do you have, how fit do you feel?
Enjoy being unique. Like your fingerprint, your body is one of a kind – the result of genetics, lifestyle and experiences. Stop comparing yourself to others and focus on the best possible you. Emphasize your strengths and beauties, be objective about your weaknesses and limitations. Adopt a healthy attitude for life.
Be realistic about your body. Recognize that your body size depends, to some extent, on your genes. It is part of your family heritage! Take a close look at your extended family (grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins) to see what body shapes and sizes are realistic for you.
Challenge the current values of our culture. Accept all body sizes as good. Instead of asking, "How can I get thin?", ask yourself, "What can I do to be healthier and happier?" Don't be fooled by the media myth that only thin people can be happy, successful and fulfilled.
Get active. Canada’s Physical Activity Guide recommends 30 to 60 minutes of physical activity daily. Start slowly and go your own pace. If you have not been physically active at all, you can start by adding up 10 minute increments of activity throughout the day. Find forms of physical activity that you can do and that you enjoy and have fun! Try a variety of different activities until you find the ones that really move you!
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