The last step is to find ways to monitor diet and physical activity. It is important to keep track of any lifestyle changes. Revisit both the short- and long-term goals to staying healthy. Figure out ways to make sure those goals are being met. Monitoring diet and exercise will help a person overcome personal barriers that may try to steer them off course. It is also important to rely on a network of trusted adults and peers for support. Body mass index (BMI) and stepping on the scale are just a few ways to monitor weight gain and body composition. Use these monitoring tools, and many more, to evaluate the success of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

– “The Connection between Body Image and Managing Weight”

Which statement best summarizes the central idea of the passage?

Body mass index is a measurement tool that classifies body weight.
An important step to managing a healthy weight involves recording and evaluating choices and progress.
The last step in a weight-loss management plan is finding a support system.
Write long-term and short-term goals, exercise with peers, and eat a balanced diet.