Three months is a healthy time frame to lose weight. Although the amount of weight a person can lose varies per individual, eating healthy foods, planning meals, working out, and having support and reward systems are methods that may help shed the pounds faster. Keep in mind that losing weight and keeping it off is a lifestyle choice. Aim to lose about 1 to 2 pounds a week, which in three months should be around 12 to 24 pounds total. Does this Spark an idea?
Create a Weekly Workout Plan
It takes a few weeks to see results from any exercise plan. The USDA recommends 60 to 90 minutes of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity at least five days a week to lose weight. In your first six weeks, aim to have at least three aerobic activity days and two to three toning/weight-lifting days. This time can be spent in a gym, at home or outdoors. In the next six weeks, choose different types of aerobic exercise and toning sessions and lift heavier weights. Exercise tapes are also a good way to get your exercise and come in aerobics, toning and weight-lifting varieties. Mix and match these into your regimen. Aerobic exercises include running, walking, dancing, hiking, stair climbing and biking. Toning includes Pilates and yoga.
Join a Weight Loss Support Program
There are many free online weight loss programs with nutrition, exercise and lifestyle suggestions and plans. Do an online search to see which ones fit your lifestyle and budget. One of the benefits of an online program is blogging and participating in online membership forums to share your progress. Most websites offer calorie information, which can be used for meal planning. If being online is not a possibility, research community weight loss programs, or start one of your own. Starting a weight loss group is as simple as meeting with friends and family who want to lose weight on a weekly or daily basis, and following a plan. Visit your local library and read books about proper nutrition and exercise tips and share these resources with your group.
Plan Every Meal
Whether eating out or preparing meals, plan what you put in your mouth. Do some research online or at a library about calorie intake for your body weight and plan your meals around your allotted amount. A good starting point is to keep caloric intake to 1,500 to 1,800 a day. Start at 1,800 and slowly move down to 1,500 calories a day. Treat yourself once a week to a favorite meal that goes a little beyond your calorie allowance.
Reward Yourself
Set weight loss goals and milestones and reward yourself when you have achieved them. For example, your overall weight loss goal for three months may be to lose 20 pounds. So reward yourself with a favorite piece of clothing or a good book for every 5 pounds lost.
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