I think the most difficult part of attempting to lose weight is the battle with habits that we have nurtured over long periods of time. In order to break those habits, among other things, there is a certain amount of will power that needs to be expended. Studies have shown though that will power is a commodity that becomes depleted over time. Sure, it will replenish as well, but if you expend a bunch of will power on, say, controlling your temper, focusing on a project, or other day to day activities, you might use up the will power needed to avoid unhealthy foods or to keep exercising. Thankfully, will power is similar to a muscle and we can strengthen it over time.
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