So you've decided that you need to lose weight? Great. As the saying goes, "Admitting you have a problem is the first step to recovery." Congratulations on making that crucial first step. You're probably wondering, where do I go from here? How can I get to my goal weight as quickly and painlessly as possible? In this article, I will address four steps on how to kickstart weight loss, the healthy way!
The first and easiest step towards the new you is simple: Drink water! It keeps things moving in your body and aids in digestion. It also does wonders for flushing out and warding off water weight. If you typically drink two sugary beverages a day (let's say a 16 fluid ounce soda at 190 calories per bottle) and you replace both of those sugary drinks with a bottled water, you'll save 380 calories per day alone! That's 2660 calories per week, or about 0.7 of a pound lost per week, all for drinking water instead of caffeine. The best part is that if you aren't a fan of plain old water, you can throw in some lemon, lime, or other flavoring for very few calories, if at all, and still enjoy what you're drinking.
The second step is slightly more difficult: Cut back your portions. Get a reasonable serving on your first helping and don't allow yourself to go back for seconds. If one portion does satiate you, try waiting a minimum of fifteen minutes after finishing your first helping and drinking a full bottle of water before deciding if you need any more food to feel full. This tip works whether or not you change your diet in the beginning, because your body is consuming less calories, and therefore will have to burn off fat in order to make up for the difference.
The third step is freeing: Throw some fruit and veggies in the mix. Fruit and vegetables are high nutrient, filling foods that your body loves. The best part is that you don't need to limit your fruit and vegetables portions nearly as much as your portions of other foods. This is because fruits and vegetables are low in calories. If you fill up on fruits and vegetables, it will leave less room for your grains, sweets, and protein(all necessary, but in moderation) and save you so many calories. Lower daily calorie intake = weight loss!
The fourth step is my least favorite but extremely effective: Get moving! Yes, that means exercise. I know from personal experience that exercise is the most difficult part of weight loss, especially if you are already living an extremely sedentary lifestyle. As unappealing and difficult as it may be, it is crucial to kickstarting your weight loss! When you get your body moving, you are burning calories. When your body burns calories, it cancels out things that you eat and helps to burn fat. You don't necessarily have to run ten hours a day on the treadmill to get decent exercise and make it worth your time. Start simple. Go on a walk around the block to get your heart rate up and decrease your stress levels. If you like to dance, turn on the music and shake your booty for ten minutes or until you're too tired to move. The more fun you can make exercise, the easier it is to do, and the quicker the pounds will fall off.
By drinking water, cutting back your portions, adding in some fruits and veggies, and getting moving, you can expect to kickstart your weight loss.You may lose up to 10 pounds in the first week (this is usually water weight, but necessary to get rid of) and about 1 to 2 pound each week thereafter, depending on the quality of your diet and exercise. These tips will set the proper foundation for your weight loss and set you on an adventure to a newer, healthier you.
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