It is estimated that the average person gains about 10 pounds over the holidays. We all tend to eat and drink more during this season and it's quite easy to to put on the flab without realizing it.
Carefully read over the following tips to lose those ridiculously annoying holiday flab:
1. EAT Breakfast.
Revv up your metabolism and avoid a dramatic drop in your blood sugar levels that will cause you to overeat during the day to compensate.
2. Set REALISTIC Goals.
There is no way you are going to lose 20 pounds in a week and still stay healthy. Too much too soon won't be good for you and you will find that your efforts will backfire. A reasonable plan is to cut your daily calorie intake by about 500 and add 30 minutes to your exercise per day.
3. Say NO To Crash Diets.
Too much too soon: same principle.
4. Set a SENSIBLE Eating Plan.
Do not abstain from entire food groups (i.e. high protein diets) or simply eat one food (i.e. Cabbage Soup Diet). It is best for you to make sure you have a well-balanced, but moderate, diet.
5. INCORPORATE Exercise in Your Daily Routine.
Regular exercise will help you feel better, add muscle mass, and lose the flab faster. It will keep your body from going into "survival mode" by keeping your metabolism revved up.
6. TAKE IT EASY.
Make sure you don't overdo it. You don't want shocking changes to your system that are difficult to maintain. You want to be able to introduce changes to your routine gradually.
7. Get Enough SLEEP.
Your body needs enough time to rest-- mentally and physically; this is especially true if you cut your calories and have increased your exercises regimen.
8. Eat SLOWLY.
Your body actually takes 20 minutes to realize it is full.To make sure that you do not overindulge yourself within those first 20 minutes, to to eat half of what's on your plate then hold back for about 5 to 10 minutes. If you're still hungry, then continue eating. Otherwise, don't eat anything anything else.
10. SNACKS Between Meals.
This is actually a great weight loss aid because it helps to keep your blood sugar levels in check.
11. Change Your Cooking Oil.
Use high quality olive oil and avoid non-stick cooking sprays.
12. Increase Your FIBER Intake.
Fiber will help you feel full and help you from being constipated. Eating the right amount of fiber each day could possible help to lower the risk of colon cancer.
13. AVOID Junk Food.
Fast food = Junk. Avoid as much as possible.
14. Drink Plenty of WATER.
Water helps fill you up and because it contains no calories, it is an excellent choice for a beverage. It will also keep you hydrated which is important if you are trying to lose weight as it will keep you feeling well and keep your energy level up.Being well-hydrated keeps your metabolism higher, which in turn helps you burn calories faster.
15. AVOID White Bread and Pasta.
White bread and refined pasta disrupts you blood sugar levels and promotes belly fat. Whole grains on the other hand help you lose weight because it makes you feel full longer and adds to your fiber intake.
Now, just because you gained some weight over the holidays does not mean you have to keep it forever. Follow these simple tips and you will be able to lose those extra flab-- and keep them off...well, until next year that is.
Remember: Never, ever, ever starve yourself. Eat healthy, and stay healthy.
Carefully read over the following tips to lose those ridiculously annoying holiday flab:
1. EAT Breakfast.
Revv up your metabolism and avoid a dramatic drop in your blood sugar levels that will cause you to overeat during the day to compensate.
2. Set REALISTIC Goals.
There is no way you are going to lose 20 pounds in a week and still stay healthy. Too much too soon won't be good for you and you will find that your efforts will backfire. A reasonable plan is to cut your daily calorie intake by about 500 and add 30 minutes to your exercise per day.
3. Say NO To Crash Diets.
Too much too soon: same principle.
4. Set a SENSIBLE Eating Plan.
Do not abstain from entire food groups (i.e. high protein diets) or simply eat one food (i.e. Cabbage Soup Diet). It is best for you to make sure you have a well-balanced, but moderate, diet.
5. INCORPORATE Exercise in Your Daily Routine.
Regular exercise will help you feel better, add muscle mass, and lose the flab faster. It will keep your body from going into "survival mode" by keeping your metabolism revved up.
6. TAKE IT EASY.
Make sure you don't overdo it. You don't want shocking changes to your system that are difficult to maintain. You want to be able to introduce changes to your routine gradually.
7. Get Enough SLEEP.
Your body needs enough time to rest-- mentally and physically; this is especially true if you cut your calories and have increased your exercises regimen.
8. Eat SLOWLY.
Your body actually takes 20 minutes to realize it is full.To make sure that you do not overindulge yourself within those first 20 minutes, to to eat half of what's on your plate then hold back for about 5 to 10 minutes. If you're still hungry, then continue eating. Otherwise, don't eat anything anything else.
10. SNACKS Between Meals.
This is actually a great weight loss aid because it helps to keep your blood sugar levels in check.
11. Change Your Cooking Oil.
Use high quality olive oil and avoid non-stick cooking sprays.
12. Increase Your FIBER Intake.
Fiber will help you feel full and help you from being constipated. Eating the right amount of fiber each day could possible help to lower the risk of colon cancer.
13. AVOID Junk Food.
Fast food = Junk. Avoid as much as possible.
14. Drink Plenty of WATER.
Water helps fill you up and because it contains no calories, it is an excellent choice for a beverage. It will also keep you hydrated which is important if you are trying to lose weight as it will keep you feeling well and keep your energy level up.Being well-hydrated keeps your metabolism higher, which in turn helps you burn calories faster.
15. AVOID White Bread and Pasta.
White bread and refined pasta disrupts you blood sugar levels and promotes belly fat. Whole grains on the other hand help you lose weight because it makes you feel full longer and adds to your fiber intake.
Now, just because you gained some weight over the holidays does not mean you have to keep it forever. Follow these simple tips and you will be able to lose those extra flab-- and keep them off...well, until next year that is.
Remember: Never, ever, ever starve yourself. Eat healthy, and stay healthy.
