Empowered Health Course · Worksheet
Many of us begin with a target number in mind. But weight isn’t a behaviour — it’s largely regulated by the brain and body, beyond conscious control. What we can shape is our effort and our habits. This worksheet helps you reset your expectations around the idea of best weight.
How much weight have you felt you “should” lose? Where did that number come from — a clothing size, a past weight, something someone said?
When you make sustainable changes, weight tends to fall and then plateau, because the body defends against weight loss with increased appetite and a slower metabolism. That plateau is not a failure — it’s landing at your best weight. Best weight is often a compromise between what nature gives and what you want, and a loss of even 5–10% brings real health gains.
Reflect carefully on each:
a. Would further weight loss meaningfully improve my health or how I feel day to day?
b. Could I realistically eat a little less, or move a little more, for the long term — and still enjoy my life?
Setting aside the scale — what would the healthiest life you can enjoy actually look and feel like for you?