18 Science-Backed Ways to Lose More Weight

You'll be much more likely to stick with the program if it feels attainable. If you're trying to figure out what your first change should be, the answer is exercise. A new study in the Annals of Behavioral Medicine found that, while doing both at the same time is best, you may also see results if you start with exercise first. Once you get your confidence up at the gym and you're starting to see results, making necessary changes to your diet and upping the intensity of your regular workouts will feel like a natural part of the process.