10
Things You Can Do To Lose Fat Without Even Trying
Fat loss doesn't have to be painful. Try these
simple tips and you'll see just how easy it can
be.
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1.
Eat smaller more frequent meals - not only is your
metabolism boosted every time you eat something, your
body can more efficiently process smaller meals. Instead
of having 3 large meals in a day, try to break them
up into 5 or 6 smaller meals.
2.
Drink more water - regular water intake helps to
flush away waste products in the body. Get at least
six to eight 8 oz. glasses per day. An easy way to do
this is to keep a water bottle handy and drink from
it frequently.
3.
Be inefficient - do you need to go to the kitchen
to get a couple of things? Break it up into to two trips
even if you can do it in one. Being inefficient like
this can easily double your activity level, burning
calories without even trying.
4.
Eat more protein - sources of protein include foods
such as chicken, fish, eggs, dairy, beans, lean red
meats, etc. Your body burns more calories processing
protein than either carbohydrates or fats. Protein also
helps to support your muscle tissue, which burns calories
all day long!
5.
Take the stairs instead of the elevator - any time
you can add in a little more physical activity, do it.
This doesn't mean you need to slog up 20 flights of
stairs. Even a flight or two done regularly will add
up.
6.
Don't let yourself get hungry - when you get hungry
you will have a much greater tendency to overeat when
you do finally get something to eat. As well, because
your body is starting to go into starvation mode, it
will be much more likely to hold onto whatever you give
it.
7.
Order small portions at restaurants - it's tough
to order small french fries when "supersizing"
your order is such a great "value." Take note,
however, your real savings will occur in the calories
that don't end up on your backside.
8.
Eat more fiber - fiber is very filling. By eating
more fiber you will find yourself full sooner. This
feeling of fullness will last a long time as well.
9.
Wait 20 minutes between servings - your brain takes
at least 20 minutes to register that you're full. By
waiting that long, you'll give your brain a chance to
realize that you don't really need any more food.
10.
Cheat on your diet - one thing I always make my
clients promise is that they will cheat on their diet.
The only thing I ask that they do is to cheat ONLY when
they have planned to cheat. By planning when you are
going to eat the foods you crave, you take back control
of your eating habits.
This
way you no longer "give in" to your cravings.
You "reward yourself" for sticking to proper
nutritional habits. Do this once or wice a week and
you will feel far more in control of your eating.
In conclusion, if you follow even a few of these 10
easy tips in the long term, you will certainly notice
a difference in your overall weight and health.
