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Ten Successful Secrets For Weight Loss

Attitude
In order to succeed with your weight loss goals it is important
to go into this program without thinking you are on a diet. What
you need to do is change your behaviour and habits. This does
not mean that you need to ever feel hungry or turn yourself
into an Olympic athlete in order to achieve your weight loss
goal. If you fall off the wagon get back on, you haven't lost
the war.

Exercise
If you are more than 20 pounds overweight then you should start
off with moderate daily exercise e.g. walking or swimming to
assist with your weight loss. Always consult your doctor before
embarking on any exercise regime.

If you are moderately overweight then a minimum of 40 minutes
per day is preferable to achieve weight loss. If aged over 40
then it helps to try and do 2 sessions per day e.g. aerobic
workout in the morning and walking or cycling for 30 minutes or
more in the evening. I found that my metabolism slowed down
considerably when I reached 40 so fitting in two sessions a day
really helped my weight loss efforts.

Getting Organized
This lifestyle change will take a certain amount of effort and
forward planning on your part. Think about what you do
throughout the day that you could change i.e. do you sit at
your desk at lunchtime reading the newspaper? Do you watch
television for several hours in the evening? Could you set your
alarm for 30 minutes earlier in the morning? This extra time can
be used for exercise and the time needed to prepare your meals
in advance if you need to take them to work.

Make lists for shopping, don't just hit the supermarket with a
vague idea of what you will need for your weight loss goal.
Cook in bulk and freeze the rest in small portions.

Things to Avoid
As a general rule stick to the outer aisles in the supermarket
where the fresh produce is displayed. Avoid the aisles with
packaged and processed foods. It goes without saying to avoid
sugar and sugar related products (try fruit instead).

If in doubt just cut out the white stuff, sugar, white bread,
white rice, potatoes etc. Dairy products can be very high in
fat so try the reduced fat variety. I personally find this
tastes better than the no fat variety and is more satisfying so
you aren't looking for more in half an hours time.

Alcohol is also best avoided as this is normally quite high in
calories and can lead to dehydration.

Quantities
Try and keep the quantities down to between 200-300 calories
per meal, slightly more for men or if you are very
active.

Frequency
Eat these small meals 5 times a day, approximately every 3
hours. Do not skip a meal and try not to eat after 7pm in the
evening. The frequency of meals will stop you from feeling
hungry and ease you toward your weight loss goal.

Dehydration
Drink plenty of water throughout the day, at least 8 glasses .
Don't wait until you are thirsty as this means that you are
dehydrated. This will help to keep your energy levels up and
also eliminate toxins which can make you feel sluggish and
tired.

Tricking your Metabolism
Eat 5 small meals of around 200-300 calories for 3 days then on
the fourth day increase your calorie intake slightly for each
meal . This will stop your body going into starvation mode and
lowering your metabolism to suit the reduced intake.

Buddy
Why not get a friend or partner to join you on your new health
and weight loss regime. This makes exercise more fun and helps
you stay on target.

Attitude
I repeat this step as it's key to the success of your program.
Continue to work towards a goal taking small steps if
necessary. Many people have done this,you can too.

By using these tips you should achieve gradual and healthy
weight loss without feeling deprived or hungry.


About The Author: Struggling with Weight Gain? Tried every diet
out there? Here's where I finally found the program that
inspires and works for life http://www.janetdunmore.com Janet
Dunmore Northampton UK. Reformed serial dieter.

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