When Mike turned 65, he was 25 pounds overweight. By strict dieting, he was able to shed the extra pounds, but he lost more weight; he also lost his energy and vitality. He was always exhausted, and his friends, seeing his gaunt, drawn face, worried about his health.
When he volunteered for a particular fitness program two years later, he had put the 25 pounds back on. After 6 months of exercise and some willpower at the dinner table, Mike slimmed down again. This time he felt better than he …