Skinny People Don't Understand

For years, Michael J. Mendoza has been known to his friends as Big Mike. He accepted the moniker; he was well aware of just how much he weighed. But it wasn't until Mendoza was confronted with major health issues that he recognized the need to change his daily habits. In this honest and inspirational guide to weight loss, Mendoza explains why skinny people will never understand the psychology behind being overweight.

Mendoza uses the insight gained from his many attempts at weight loss to show you why habits are so hard to break. He also addresses

• the importance of staying on your weight-loss plan and avoiding temptation,
• the value of identifying your support system and asking them to hold you accountable,
• the many positives of losing weight,
• the fitness regimen that worked the best for him,
• the benefits of different meal plans,
• the unanticipated challenges that may pop up during your experience,
• the dangers to avoid when dining out, and
• the two commitments you must make before you start.

Mendoza's journey chronicles the highs and lows of weight loss. He shows you the amazing thresholds you can cross when you have the determination and information you need to lose weight.