Losing weight takes a lot of sweat and discipline,
but even when you're not powering through a treadmill interval workout or
counting calories, there are a lot of simpler ways to see those pounds drop on
the scale. Employing these 10 little tricks daily will help you lose weight, no
gym or diet required.
1.
Always start a meal
with a glass of water: You'll stay
hydrated and feel fuller instantly, which can help you from overeating.
2.
Make a few simple
swaps at every meal: Going for a vinaigrette
dressing instead of a creamy dressing at lunch can save you 80 calories, while
opting for fresh fruit instead of dried can save you dozens as well.
3.
Have a piece of
dark chocolate for dessert: Instead of
opting for the biscuits in the break room, quiet your sugar cravings with a
piece of dark chocolate. It may not feel quite as satisfying the first few
times, but as you wean yourself off your sugar addiction, you'll be glad you're
saving calories while having a healthy yet decadent treat.
4.
Be diligent with
portion control: If you want to lose weight,
sticking to the right portions at every meal is important. Measure out snacks
beforehand instead of eating from the bag, use smaller plates to visually
signal that your meal will satisfy, and put away leftovers, so you're not
tempted to go back for seconds.
5.
Move more: Even if you're not dedicating an entire chunk
of time to a workout, you can burn a few extra calories by making an effort to
move a little more during the day. Taking breaks to walk around the office,
opting for the stairs instead of the escalator, and parking a little farther
from the office entrance are all simple ways to up your calorie burn.
6.
Don't drink your
calories: It's a common reason why you're
not seeing results — those empty calories from a daily soft drink, morning
juice, or large glass of wine at dinner can really add up. Stick to water
flavoured with a fresh ingredients like cucumber, lemon, or mint in
order to save on important calories.
7.
Don't go hungry too
long: A little hunger can be good for
you, but starving yourself all day in order to "splurge" on dessert
at night is both unhealthy and diet sabotage. Eat well-timed meals and
snacks in order to avoid low blood sugar levels that cause you to crash.
8.
Snack on
high-protein, high-fibre foods: When
it's time to snack, make your food work for you. Steer clear of the empty,
high-calorie options like crisps and crackers, and go for protein- and
fibre-rich foods that taste good and fill you up too. You'll be able to eat
fewer calories while still feeling satisfied.
9.
Eat a light, early
dinner. Try to keep your dinner to
about 25 percent of your daily calories, and have it at least two to three
hours before going to bed. Eating too much too late can cause digestion and
sleep issues that make it hard to stick to a healthy routine.
10.
Get more sleep. Lack of sleep can cause you to eat more
throughout the day and not have enough energy for your workouts, so aim for
seven to nine hours of sleep every night. It's an easy and effective way to
keep your weight-loss goals on the right track.
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