When Anne M. Fletcher, M.S., R.D., researched her book on teen weight loss, Weight Loss Confidential, Fletcher discovered one strategy that proved to be the most important in loosing weight and in keeping it off:

"Without hesitation, I'd say exercise. In fact, exercise (or becoming more physically active) was the number one response when I asked the teens for their most important weight-loss strategies and for the most important things they do to keep the weight off. I was actually surprised to see how dedicated these teens are to exercise–strength training and running were the most common forms of activity. Less than a quarter of them were involved in team sports, so kids don't have to become "jocks" to be fit. The teens offer strategies for overcoming self-consciousness about exercising, getting started, and making physical activity fun."

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