There is nothing better than being in shape to keep you
happy and healthy. If you have a few pounds you would like to lose, then
spend a few minutes with these helpful tips that will guide you on your
way. Whether you know a lot or a little, a little push never hurts.
A good way to lose weight is to start eating more fiber. Eating foods
that contain more fiber, such as oatmeal and whole wheat bread, will
keep you full longer. They are also low glycemic, which means they'll be
less likely to be stored in your body as fat.
A great way to help you lose weight is to share a meal with someone
whenever you eat out. By sharing a meal, you and that person will be
consuming less calories than you normally would. Sharing a meal will
also leave you with some money in your pocket.
Make sure that you eat breakfast every morning. Research has shown
that people who eat breakfast each morning take in fewer calories during
the day than those who do not eat breakfast. Since the primary part of
weight loss is burning more calories than you take in, the less you take
in the better.
It was once said that "laziness is mother of invention." Eating
healthy means not having to spend three or more hours a day cooking. Buy
meals that are easy and fast to prepare to avoid the allure of breaking
your diet by eating out. Or, spend a day when you're motivated
preparing things for later so that you can put your pre cooked dinner in
the microwave.
Many people associate weight loss with eating less. It's time to
associate weight loss with eating more! More fruits and veggies, that
is. Identify your favorite fruits and make sure you stock up on them.
Love salads or baby carrots? Whatever your veggie of choice is, indulge
in it!
Trying to lose weight? Make sure you're drinking plenty of water,
especially before a meal. Drinking a full glass of water before eating
often helps many people eat less. And the next time you're tempted to
reach for a snack, make sure you hit the water fountain - sometimes,
when our brain tells us we're hungry, we're really just thirsty.
Whenever you start to get the craving for foods that are unhealthy
pick up the phone and call a friend. Most food cravings only last about
five minutes so if you keep them on the phone for a while your craving
should go away by the time the conversation is over.
Don't jeopardize your weight loss program by needlessly comparing
yourself to others, be they fellow gym-goers, friends, supermodels or
classmates. When it comes to losing weight, no two people are exactly
alike. Comparing your own measurements and successes to those of other
people, is like comparing apples to oranges. It is not rational and
often ends in discouragement.
Hopefully these ideas have given you either new found knowledge or an
affirmation of things you already knew. Both are important in getting
going when it comes to weight loss. Remember to use these ideas, not
only for losing, but also for moderating when you reach your goal.
Keeping yourself fit and vibrant is a great way to enjoy your life.
