Want To Lose Weight? Buy A Dog!

Here's something interesting for any of you chronic dieters...

Researchers at the University of Missouri found that individuals who walked a dog regularly lost around 14 lbs. annually. Believe it or not, that's more than they would have achieved had they participated in a nationally recognized diet program. These individuals spent a mere 20 minutes a day, 5 days a week walking with Rover in tow.

What's this study show us?

First, it emphasizes the power of simple walking. Any sensible diet plan must include exercise, but this study shows us that you needn't "suffer" through intense aerobic sessions or resistance training programs to achieve results. Walking is easy, enjoyable, and as this study plainly shows... effective.

Second, owning or taking responsibility for a pet forces you to get out each and every day... regardless of how you feel, or the state of the weather. Rover needs to get, and therefore, so do you!

Moral of this story?

If you want to lose weight... buy a dog or take responsibility for walking a neigbour's pet!