Weight Loss/Maintenance

I work at a gym, and I see all shapes, sizes and approaches to weight loss over the last few years. I have learned one thing, and that is aside from surgery there are no safe short cuts. You have to eat better foods, you must increase your physical activity. It is that simple, and it is not quick for most people. But it is better in the long run. And when you think about it further, it is better to learn a new way of living and eating that won't wind up making you sicker or causing heart problems, because isn't the whole point of losing weight to be healthier and happier?