Can having a positive attitude and getting enough rest also affect how successful I am in losing weight?
Absolutely. Studies have shown that just believing you can be successful, maintaining a positive attitude and getting eight hours of sleep per night can help reduce stress. Reducing stress can also help to reduce the levels of Cortisol in your metabolism. Since Cortisol is a hormone that encourages your body to store excess fat in reaction to stress, reducing Cortisol, particularly in older adults, makes weight loss easier. Exercise is a great way to relieve stress and boost endorphins—the “feel good hormones,” as is getting enough rest on a daily basis.
