Do you want to lose weight? Getting Started. What you Should Know. Weight loss can be achieved either by eating fewer calories or by burning more calories with physical activity, preferably both. A good and health program for weight loss includes: Create a realistic and reasonable goal on how much weight you want to lose. Create a nutritionally balanced eating plan with less calories. Keep active and exercise regularly. Change your behaviour to help you achieve your goal and stay focused. Carry on. Do not give up. Consult your doctor before you start. In this book we will cover the above components to help you.