There's a reason that the ever-popular losing weight resolution doesn't work, says Leigh Vanderloo, exercise scientist at ParticipACTION. In addition, a goal of "losing weight" is extremely broad. But Vanderloo cautions against equating "physical activity" with "going to the gym" — because that's another New Year's resolution that people often abandon by March. If weight loss comes as a result of those lifestyle changes, that's great, she says. Weight watching for your dogWhile you're considering your own New Year's resolutions, you might also take a look at your dog's midriff.

Source: CBC News December 30, 2017 13:52 UTC