8 Tips For Weight Loss

f you're struggling with weight problems and would like to improve your health and your self-confidence, then the tips in this article are meant for you!

Weight Loss Protocol - 8 Tips

1. Always eat breakfast - They don't tell you it's the most important meal of the day for nothing. This will kickstart your metabolism, give you energy and you won't be tempted to eat unhealthy junk food throughout the morning.


2. Slow Down - Don't eat your food so quickly, otherwise you're much more likely to end up overeating. When you eat slowly, you'll feel full when you are actually full - not when you are overfilled. Don't rush, enjoy your meal.



3. Eat small meals throughout the day- Eating small meals regularly helps keep your metabolism going. You should be eating 5-6 small meals a day - as opposed to 2-3 large meals.


4. Set Achievable and Specific Goals - The more specific and realistic your goal, the more likely you are to achieve it. Don't have a goal to just "lose weight". Set a specific goal with a deadline, such as "lose 18 pounds by April 28th". You can always adjust and create new goals once the initial one is met.


5. Have faith in yourself- That great saying "whether you say you can or you say you can't, you're right". Well, that's true with any endeavor - weight loss included. If you don't believe you're going to lose weight, you won't. If you believe it's achievable, you'll have more enthusiasm and will reach your goal.

6. Get active - Don't "work out" or "exercise", instead go outside and do something active that you enjoy. Play some basketball, ride your bike, take the dog on a walk...whatever it is you like to do. For some people, the thought of simply doing crunches or push ups isn't very motivating. But when you're burning calories and having fun at the same time, it's a win-win situation.


7. Stop Before You're Full - It seems like portions are getting bigger and bigger over the years. Control how much you eat, just because there's still food on your plate doesn't mean you have to finish it. You shouldn't be eating a meal any larger than the size of both of your fists.

8. Choose your snacks wisely - It's okay to eat snacks in between meals, but make sure they're healthy. If you're used to eating chocolate or candy, and it's too difficult for you to give up sweets - don't fret. You can still enjoy your snacks, no one is saying you have to eat things you don't like. Pick up your favorite fruit and make a smoothie!