TOOLS: Personal Measurements Data
Readiness Test
1. Compared to previous attempts, how motivated to lose weight are you at this time?
1
Not at all motivated
2
Slightly motivated
3
Somewhat motivated
4
Quite motivated
5
Extremely motivated


2. How certain are you that you will stay committed to a weight-loss program for the time it will take to reach your goal?
1
Not at all certain
2
Slightly certain
3
Somewhat certain
4
Quite certain
5
Extremely certain
3. Considering all outside factors at this time in your life, the stress you're feeling at work, your family obligations, etc, to what extent can you tolerate the effort required to stick to a diet?
1
Cannot tolerate
2
Can tolerate somewhat
3
Uncertain
4
Can tolerate well
5
Can tolerate easily
4. Think honestly about how much weight you hope to lose and how quickly you hope to lost it. Figuring a weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds per week, how realistic is your expectation?
1
Very unrealistic
2
Somewhat unrealistic
3
Moderately unrealistic
4
Somewhat realistic
5
Very realistic
5. While dieting, do you fantasize about eating a lot of your favorite foods?
1
Always
2
Frequently
3
Occasionally
4
Rarely
5
Never
6. While dieting, do you feel deprived, angry and/or upset?
1
Always
2
Frequently
3
Ocasionally
4
Rarely
5
Never

Your Score:
6 to 16:
This may not be a good time for you to start a diet. Inadequate motivation and commitment and unrealistic goals could block your progress. Think about what contributes to your unreadiness and consider changing thest factors before undertaking a diet.

17 to 23:
You may be close to being ready to begin a program but should think about ways to boost your preparedness.

24 to 30:
The path is clear. You can decide how to lose weight in a safe, effective way
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