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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2011 Sep 1.
Published in final edited form as: J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev. 2010 Sep–Oct;30(5):289–298. doi: 10.1097/HCR.0b013e3181d6f9a8

TABLE 4.

BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION TECHNIQUE FOR WEIGHT LOSS

Self-monitoring Systematic observation and recording of eating behaviors
Stimulus control Alter the environment associated with eating and exercise
Problem solving Propose strategies to control factors that may precipitate excessive caloric intake
Assertiveness training Assertiveness is taught for social situations involving eating and exercise
Goal setting Establish realistic short and long-term weight loss and exercise training goals
Relapse prevention Develop strategies to prevent or recover from relapse of behaviors associated with weight gain
Positive reinforcement Emphasize positive behaviors
Reducing Caloric Intake

  • Daily caloric reduction goal of 500 to 1000 kcal/day below maintenance requirements.

  • Daily maintenance requirements = baseline body weight (pounds) by 12

  • Weight loss goal = 1–2 pounds per week.