Everywhere we turn we see infomercials,
billboards, magazine ads all showcasing the latest and greatest weight
loss product which guarantees to make you thin overnight. The truth is
you didnt gain weight instantly and you are not going to take it off
instantly. In order to lose weight you are going to have to roll up your
sleeves and get to work.
Believe That You Can
One of the most important factors for weight loss is belief in yourself.
Having the belief that you can is just as important as exercising and eating healthier. Without belief, you are setting yourself up for failure before you even start.
Write down the reasons it is important for you to lose weight. Now that you have your reason why you want to lose weight, set a goal for the amount of weight you would like to lose and commit to doing whatever it takes to hit it. No matter what obstacles come your way promise yourself that you will not quit until you hit your goal.
Staying positive and holding on to the belief that you can will require you to feed your mind with positive thoughts daily. Every once in a while you are going to have a bad day. When this happens, acknowledge it but get right back on track working toward your goal.
Once you start seeing your body transform before your eyes, staying on track will become a lot easier.
Drink Water
Water is necessary to keep the body functioning properly.
Water is like fertilizer for our bodies. We need it to help our body function efficiently.
Drinking at least 8 glasses of water daily will not only help keep you hydrated but it will also improve your bodys ability to digest food and eliminate wastes.
You can also utilize water to help you eat less. Having a glass prior to eating a meal will leave less room in your stomach and therefore cause you to eat less food.
Start Working Out
Every good weight loss plan should include regular exercise. Although losing weight without exercising is possible, you will have better and longer lasting results if you make it a regular part of your program.
If you havent exercised in a while or flat out dislike exercising, start out with an easy exercise like walking. Taking a brisk walk outside in the evening can be fun and refreshing. The idea is to find what you enjoy and do it.
Ideally, you should get to a point where you are working out for at least 30 minutes 5 days per week or more.
When you feel ready for more advanced workouts, aerobic workouts such as Zumba or Hip Hop Abs may be a good choice. These work outs tend to burn a lot of calories, helping you to lose weight and tone up.
In addition to helping with weight loss exercise is a great way to improve your health and reduce your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and certain types of cancers.
Have A Small Meal Every Few Hours
Eating 5 to 6 smaller meals instead of 3 large meals will help you stay full and satisfied all through the day.
Although you are eating more often the goal is still to stay within your allotted amount of calories.
If you are stretched for time and feel you do not have time to plan and prepare 6 meals each day, prepare three and divide each one in half to get your 6 small meals.
Get At Least 7 Hours Of Sleep Nightly
Not getting enough sleep alters the level of ghrelin in the body. Ghrelin is the hormone that controls hunger. When we are not getting the amount of sleep needed, this hormone increases and so does our desire to snack.
Ideally, you should be sleeping between 7 and 8 hours each night.
To get a better nights sleep try not to drink anything with caffeine at least 3 hours before bed time.
Following these 5 tips can have a dramatic impact on your weight loss results.
Believe That You Can
One of the most important factors for weight loss is belief in yourself.
Having the belief that you can is just as important as exercising and eating healthier. Without belief, you are setting yourself up for failure before you even start.
Write down the reasons it is important for you to lose weight. Now that you have your reason why you want to lose weight, set a goal for the amount of weight you would like to lose and commit to doing whatever it takes to hit it. No matter what obstacles come your way promise yourself that you will not quit until you hit your goal.
Staying positive and holding on to the belief that you can will require you to feed your mind with positive thoughts daily. Every once in a while you are going to have a bad day. When this happens, acknowledge it but get right back on track working toward your goal.
Once you start seeing your body transform before your eyes, staying on track will become a lot easier.
Drink Water
Water is necessary to keep the body functioning properly.
Water is like fertilizer for our bodies. We need it to help our body function efficiently.
Drinking at least 8 glasses of water daily will not only help keep you hydrated but it will also improve your bodys ability to digest food and eliminate wastes.
You can also utilize water to help you eat less. Having a glass prior to eating a meal will leave less room in your stomach and therefore cause you to eat less food.
Start Working Out
Every good weight loss plan should include regular exercise. Although losing weight without exercising is possible, you will have better and longer lasting results if you make it a regular part of your program.
If you havent exercised in a while or flat out dislike exercising, start out with an easy exercise like walking. Taking a brisk walk outside in the evening can be fun and refreshing. The idea is to find what you enjoy and do it.
Ideally, you should get to a point where you are working out for at least 30 minutes 5 days per week or more.
When you feel ready for more advanced workouts, aerobic workouts such as Zumba or Hip Hop Abs may be a good choice. These work outs tend to burn a lot of calories, helping you to lose weight and tone up.
In addition to helping with weight loss exercise is a great way to improve your health and reduce your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and certain types of cancers.
Have A Small Meal Every Few Hours
Eating 5 to 6 smaller meals instead of 3 large meals will help you stay full and satisfied all through the day.
Although you are eating more often the goal is still to stay within your allotted amount of calories.
If you are stretched for time and feel you do not have time to plan and prepare 6 meals each day, prepare three and divide each one in half to get your 6 small meals.
Get At Least 7 Hours Of Sleep Nightly
Not getting enough sleep alters the level of ghrelin in the body. Ghrelin is the hormone that controls hunger. When we are not getting the amount of sleep needed, this hormone increases and so does our desire to snack.
Ideally, you should be sleeping between 7 and 8 hours each night.
To get a better nights sleep try not to drink anything with caffeine at least 3 hours before bed time.
Following these 5 tips can have a dramatic impact on your weight loss results.
By Erin Newman
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