Losing weight was the No. 1 New Year's resolution for 2014, according to a University of Scranton study, which also found that only 8% of people succeed in achieving their resolutions. Bummer!

So it stands to reason, losing weight will again top the resolution charts in 2015. 

"You're much more apt to be successful, and keep the weight off, if you don't focus on simply shedding pounds by reducing your caloric intake," explained Dr. Brett Osborn, author of Get Serious, A Neurosurgeon's Guide to Optimal Health and Fitness.