Afia Ohemeng
So maybe your jeans have become a bit more snug, you probably have an outfit you would like to fit in by Christmas or you just have a desire to get fit, there are plenty of reasons to want to shed off some excess body fat.
Apart from making your confidence plummet to the ground because you do not like how you look, being obese or having excess body fat poses a genuine health hazard.
These tips are meant to help you lose excess fat and not water weight or much needed muscle.
1. BIN THE SCALE
Weighing yourself does not boost your weight loss. It can actually make you feel like you are not putting in any effort. Building muscle may cause your scales to give bigger numbers than you expect. Sometimes, your muscle gains are equal to your fat loss. standing on your scales will barely produce a change. It may be best to simply look in the mirror and probably use a tape measure once in a while.
2. CUT OUT YOUR FOODS SLOWLY
Reducing your food portions can certainly help get rid of body fat. Remember not to cut out foods drastically but little at a time. Cutting out meals drastically may have your body go into starvation mode. the abrupt drop in calories will have your body thinking you are going into starvation mode. Starvation mode will have your body slow your metabolism and that will make your body burn fat very slowly.
3. MIX IT UP
Shake it Up! Try consuming different numbers of calories within the week(remember not to starve). Switching it up will prevent your body from going into one mode and help you lose weight faster.
4. WEIGHT TRAINING
Weight training is one of the best things you can do if you’re really serious about burning off extra fat. Jogging and running may help burn calories, but weight training may even be a better way to help you drop extra fat. Building muscle will help your body burn fat even when you rest.
5. EAT MORE GOOD FAT
I know this sounds crazy but to lose fat, you need to eat fat, at least good fat. Eat fats like nuts, eggs, olive oil, and fish. Fats from these foods are beneficial to your hair and skin. they earn bonus points by helping you lose excess fat too.
6. REDUCE CARBOHYDRATE INTAKE
Carbohydrates are a tricky issue. Some school of thought say to lose excess fat, you should avoid eating all carbohydrates. There are many kinds of carbohydrates but the most helpful would be from vegetables and cereals like oatmeal. Reduce sugar intake from sugary sodas and canned juices.
7. INCREASE PROTEIN
Studies have confirmed that people who eat more protein and engage in good exercise habits find it easier to lose excess body fat and also build muscle faster.
8. DRINK UP!
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Bottoms Up! Instead of chugging alcohol and fizzy drinks, grab a bottle of water and drink that up. Drinking more water helps you lose weight faster by helping you fuller. Drinking water won’t cost you a penny. Try keeping water within reach throughout your day and make drinking it part of your daily routine.
9. SET GOALS
One of the best ways to accomplish anything to set a goal, Setting a realistic goal helps you achieve weight loss faster. If you have a goal, write it down! A goal helps to provide motivation, and will also help when it comes time to avoid overeating.
Have any other tips for weight loss? Share with us in the comment section.
