9 Ways to Encourage a Boyfriend Who Thinks “Dieting is a Pain!”

4. Get logical: “Being overweight isn’t good for your health.”


“If she pointed out that it was unhealthy, that would probably spur me into action.” Some guys said they’d immediately start thinking about their weight seriously if the health risks became clear. If you give more concrete examples—“Being seriously overweight can cause things like diabetes and high blood pressure”—you may reach him.