1. One of the main reasons people have trouble maintaining a healthy weight is because they return to former, unhealthy habits once they reach their weight goal. Focusing on long-term lifestyle changes instead of looking at a diet as a temporary phase can help you reach your weight loss goals, and stay there. 2. Your lifestyle includes seemingly small behaviors that can add up to have a large influence on your health. These may include: • The amount and type of food • The amount of water you drink • Your snacking habits • How you spend your free time • The amount of activity • The way you cope with and manage stress • Sleeping habits