How to Lose Weight
You want to get in shape, so you have started to work out. You probably started doing cardio, and once you lose weight, you will start doing some weight training because you don’t want to get big………………..THE TYPICAL! I won’t go there today because that is whole other discussion. Let’s talk about what is going to give you the biggest bang for your buck! Your nutrition!
I’m sure you have done dozens of diets, so let’s star by saying “we are never going to DIET again”, literally, raise your right hand and say……I ___________ promise to never diet again!
So if you don’t diet, what are you going to do to lose that stubborn fat?
Best Way to Lose Weight
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I want you to speed up your metabolism by eating small meals frequently (every 3-4 hours). Why? Simply because the process of digestion is a complicated thing, so your body has to work really hard to do so, which means you burn a lot of calories in the process. Bottom line……YOU EAT, YOU BURN CALORIES!
• Choose foods that are THERMIC (burn lots of calories). Some foods are harder to break down, so your body burns more calories in the process of digestion. The foods that burn the most calories are PROTEINS, CARBOHYDRATES, AND VEGETABLES. Combine one of each of these in every meal every 3-4 hours.
• ELIMINATE SUGAR! Yes, my friend, you must eliminate sugar. It is totally not a big deal, as soon as you eliminate it for 3 or 4 days, you will no longer crave it. Here are a couple of products other than the obvious cookies, candies, and ice cream that contain sugar, just in case you were not aware.
- Yogurt,
- Juices and sodas,
- Milk,
- Fruit
Of the above, fruit is not that bad of an option. It is healthy but does contain
sugar. If you consume fruit, make sure to complement it with a protein.
• What about PORTION CONTROL? You should eat equal portions of protein, carbohydrates, and vegetables. The size should be about the size of your palm or fist. An example of my last meal: 5 oz piece of grilled barbeque chicken, handful of roasted asparagus with spices and feta cheese, and about a handful of lentils.
No need to get crazy and measure your food. Just start by eyeballing it!
My friend, start by applying these 4 concepts and I assure you, the fat will start to come off, and soon!
Once your nutrition is on point, make sure you are following an effective fat loss weight training workout.
If you don't know where to begin, check out my crazy awesome program 30-Minute Workout Express. Every month I will personally send you a new fat loss and muscle toning exercise program. Most people fail to see results because they do the same workout routine all the time.
Posted on
Tue, June 14, 2011
by Michelle Diaz
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