The borough of Bronx in the city of New York is the fourth largest borough after Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan.

Obesity in the Bronx

The Bronx is the fattest borough in the city of New York – more than 62 percent of Bronx residents are overweight or obese. 

8 things to do to lose weight in the Bronx

If you are tired of being overweight, in the Bronx or other parts of New York City, try these 8 steps to lose weight.

Step 1 to lose weight in the Bronx

The first step before you starting losing weight is to figure out where you are starting from in terms of the body mass index.

How is BMI calculated?

BMI is a person’s weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters. BMI does not measure body fat directly, but research has shown that BMI is moderately correlated with more direct measures of body fat obtained from skinfold thickness measurements, bioelectrical impedance, densitometry (underwater weighing), dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) and other methods

BMI categories

Commonly accepted BMI ranges are underweight: under 18.5 kg/m², normal weight: 18.5 to 25, overweight: 25 to 30, obese: over 30.

Use the free BMI calculator tools online such as the one from the NIH

Step 2 to lose weight in the Bronx

The second step in losing weight is to understand what might be causing you to gain weight in the Bronx.

Causes of weight gain

Step 3 to lose weight in the Bronx

Understand the risks of being overweight or obese

Excess weight may increase the risk for many health problems, including

• type 2 diabetes
• high blood pressure
• heart disease and strokes
• certain types of cancer
• sleep apnea
• osteoarthritis
• fatty liver disease
• kidney disease
• pregnancy problems, such as high blood sugar during pregnancy, high blood pressure, and increased risk for cesarean delivery (C-section)

Step 4 to lose weight in the Bronx

Understand the health benefits of losing weight

Step 5 to lose weight in the Bronx

Understand the 5 proven measures to lose weight

The 5 proven measures to lose weight are the following:
„ a diet low in calories called VLCD or LCD diet
„ increased physical activity
„ behavior therapy
„ prescription medications
„ weight-loss surgery

Step 6 to lose weight in the Bronx

Find the right weight loss program in NYC that accepts your health insurance for safe and effective weight in the Bronx.

Step 7 to lose weight in the Bronx

Start losing weight until you reach your goal, remember it is a lifestyle change and not a quick fix

Step 8 to lose weight in the Bronx

Once your reach your goal weight, understand that you need to go on a maintenance plan to maintain the weight for the rest of your life.

Related links

• Secret of losing weight
• Causes of weight gain
• How t lose weight fast
• 3 things wrong with our diet
• Insurance coverage for obesity 

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Areas to lose weight in the Bronx

West Bronx

Areas to lose weight in the Bronx

West Bronx

* Northwest Bronx
* Bedford Park
* Belmont (Arthur Avenue)
* Fordham
* Fordham Heights
* Fordham Manor
* Jerome Park previously the grounds of the Jerome Park Racetrack
* Kingsbridge
* Kingsbridge Heights
* Van Cortlandt Village
* Marble Hill (part of Manhattan, but often associated with the Bronx due to its mainland location)
* Norwood
* Riverdale
* Central Riverdale
* Fieldston
* Hudson Hill
* North Riverdale
* Spuyten Duyvil (South Riverdale)
* University Heights
* Woodlawn (North of Woodlawn Cemetery)

Southwest Bronx

* Bathgate
* Claremont
* Concourse
* East Tremont
* Highbridge
* Hunts Point
* Longwood
* Foxhurst
* Woodstock
* Melrose
* Morris Heights
* Morrisania
* Crotona Park East
* Mott Haven
* Port Morris
* The Hub
* Tremont
* Fairmount
* Mount Eden
* Mount Hope
* West Farms

East Bronx

* Northeast Bronx
* Allerton
* Bronxwood
* Laconia
* Baychester
* Bronxdale
* City Island
* Co-op City
* Eastchester
* Edenwald
* Pelham Gardens
* Pelham Parkway
* Wakefield
* Washingtonville
* Williamsbridge
* Olinville

Southeast Bronx

* Bronx River (on the border of East and West)
* Bruckner
* Clason Point
* Country Club
* Harding Park
* Morris Park
* Indian Village
* Parkchester
* Park Versailles
* Van Nest
* Westchester Heights
* Pelham Bay
* Soundview
* Schuylerville
* Throggs Neck (also spelled Throgs Neck)
* Edgewater Park
* Unionport
* Castle Hill
* Westchester Square

Islands

* The Pelham Islands – The historical name for a group of uninhabited islands.
* The Blauzes
* Chimney Sweeps Islands
* City Island – The only inhabited island.
* Hart Island
* High Island
* Hunter Island
* Rat Island
* Twin Island
* North Brother Island
* South Brother Island
* Rikers Island – The location of New York City’s prison.

List of Zip codes in the Bronx

10705 10452 10453 10455 10456 10457 10458 10459 10460 10461 10462 10464 10465 10466 10467 10468 10469 10470 10471 10472 10473 10474 10475