Losing weight isn’t always easy. Motivation is a fickle beast, you might be determined in the beginning only to lose steam after a few weeks. Below are great ideas that people have used to lose weight and stay trim long after.
Identifying your goal is the first step in a successful weight loss program. Do you hope to shed those last 10 pounds that have been bugging you, or are you planning on a dramatic, lifestyle changing weight loss? Figure out why losing weight is important to you. Do you want to drop a dress size? To reach a specific weight goal? Or maybe you just want to improve your health and energy levels?
Track your progress in a journal. Only record your weight one time per week. If you do this more than once a week, you will be overly anxious. Keep a food journal in which you write down all the things you eat, along with the calorie content of each meal. Make sure you also list any drinks and snacks. Simply writing down what you eat and drink can prevent you from making poor choices.
Don’t allow yourself to skip meals, as this only makes you more likely to make bad decisions when it comes to food. Don’t wait until you are very hungry to eat, because you will be more likely to make unhealthy choices. Decide ahead of time what you will eat for meals and snacks. Then, bring then with you when you go out. Starting today, be sure to take your own lunch. It’s a good choice for not only your body, but also your bank account.
The key to losing weight has never been a secret. It may be easier said than done, but all you need to do is eat healthy and begin a fitness plan and the pounds will start coming off. You must exercise a minimum of three days each week, but more is even better! You should plan to do something you enjoy so this does not seem like such a challenge to you. Ask your friends to walk with you. Short hikes on a nature trail or even just a walk through the neighborhood park can satisfy your thirst for the great outdoors and get you some exercise! If you like to dance then go out dancing, but try a new form of dance such as salsa or samba classes.
If you want to stay away from junk foodm don’t allow it in the house! You can’t eat what you don’t have, so keep your kitchen stocked with healthy foods. Keep healthy snacks on hand – fresh fruit, crunchy celery or carrot sticks, anything that appeals to you and is good for your health. Simply don’t purchase “junk” foods, such as cookies, potato chips, etc., which are easy to overindulge on. If you make these foods less accessible you’ll be less likely to partake in them.
No one can lose weight for you. In order to not get discouraged and lonely, you need to ask your friends and family for their support. Sometimes you will feel discouraged and need someone to share your feelings and a healthy snack with. When temptation calls, call on the help of your friends and family to offer much-needed support.
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