Losing weight can be difficult for some people, especially if you want to lose up to forty pounds. It takes time and dedication to stay fit and healthy. If you are serious about losing forty pounds, here are a few tips and suggestions to help you along your weight loss journey.
Make a plan and set a manageable goal.
In order to lose weight, you will need to make a plan and set a goal. Yes, your overall goal is to lose forty pounds. However, you need to set smaller targets throughout your journey. By making a plan that fits your schedule and your diet, you can more easily accomplish the targets.
Your plan should include a change in diet involving healthy foods and cutting out fatty or sugary food. It should also include more exercise and a healthier lifestyle. You can track your progress and outline your goal through apps or online tools. A couple apps include Lose It! and MyFitnessPal.
Eat breakfast.
Starting the day with a filling and healthy breakfast will keep you feeling refreshed and less hungry throughout the day. In fact, when you skip breakfast, you may find yourself overeating throughout the rest of the day. Try starting the day with a green smoothie or a slice of whole-wheat toast with peanut butter. Grapefruit is also a great addition to your diet, especially for breakfast.
Listen to your body.
Losing weight is a great way to change your life in a healthier fashion. Depending on your approach to losing weight, you need to listen to your body and trust what you need. Over exercising and not eating enough is an unhealthy way to approach your goal. However, with a balanced lifestyle and diet you can accomplish your goal in a healthy manner. Therefore, you should listen to your body to maintain balance.
Get moving.
Stay moving by exercising regularly. Exercise does not have to mean spending hours at the gym. Instead, you have other options: yoga, surfing, kick boxing, Zumba, walking or going for a run. As long as you get moving and enjoy what you are doing, exercise will be a fun way to lose weight.
Although exercise is a great and healthy way to lose weight, be careful of exercising too much. Similar to the last tip, you need to listen to your body to find balance. If your body is aching, stop running. On the other hand, if you feel like your body can take more, then keep doing what you’re doing. No one knows yourself better than you do. Spend an hour doing what you love; if you want more or less, then listen to your needs. Exercise is super beneficial to your physical and mental health, so get moving.
Eat fewer calories than you burn.
In other words, you need to burn more calories than you eat. On average, most people can lose forty pounds by limiting their intake to about 1,200 to 1,600 pounds. However, if you want a more specific number, feel free to talk to your doctor or dietitian. Your specific calorie needs for weight loss depends on several factors: age, gender, weight, height, and activity level.
Eating fewer calories does not necessarily mean you should starve yourself. Try to approach losing weight in a healthy way by counting your calorie intake to satisfy your needs. There may be times when you crave certain foods, which is totally fine. If it is easier, set a day where you can eat whatever you want in order to satisfy your cravings.
Plan out your diet.
Visualize what you want. Now, write it out on a piece of paper. Plan out your diet, including your meals and snacks. What are you going to eat everyday? Meals should include lots of protein and fiber, such as chicken and vegetables. Salads are a great option as well, but if you abhor the taste and texture of kale, try a green smoothie as mentioned earlier.
Snacks that are 100 calories are also a great way to stay satisfied without gaining weight. Eat an apple, carrots, cucumbers, or other fruits and vegetables. You will feel less hungry and have more energy by eating snacks in between meals.
Good luck!
Use the six tips and suggestions listed above to help you with your weight loss journey. It will take time and commitment, but you are more than capable. Good luck and do what is best for you.
