No matter how you slice it, diets are something most people like talking about but don’t know how to start. To overcome the pain, you need a plan thats always going to have you on your toes.
Diet and exercise have two different meanings. If I were you, I wouldn’t ask which to do first; I would do both. A good exercise routine is nothing without a smart diet plan.
Know Your Weight Loss Goals
First, consider how much you weigh right now and how much you look forward to losing. Remember to be reasonable with your body and how much it can handle.
Overweight or Obese?
According to the Mercer University School of Medicine, the difference between being overweight and obese can be defined by measuring someone’s Body Mass Index (BMI). If your BMI is over 30, you’re considered to be obese; while a BMI of over 24 is known as being overweight. In my opinion, someone obese might want to join a weight loss program where they could find the advice and support needed to be successful.
For those slightly or moderately overweight, I advise controlling portion size. Don’t eat the big plate of food that you are used to! If you’re not sure of the portion size you should be eating then try going to a dietitian. Just remember the less you eat the less calories you put into your body. You’re the only one who is able to control what goes into your body.
Exercising is another strong point of a diet plan. If you feel that stress, boredom, or television are making you eat a lot then maybe you should join a gym. Not ready to pay for the gym? You can try walking, jogging, bike riding, jumping jacks, or just do calisthenics. Try to do different exercises everyday to “confuse” the muscles. By doing one workout continuously your muscle starts getting used to the same routine over and over again. It eventually reaches a point where the muscle stops expanding. By doing different exercises, you can work every muscle in the body. With doing these exercises you could manage to lose calories and body fat. Plus, they can be done for free.
To be successful, it helps to understand why you want to lose weight. So before you begin a weight loss plan, ask yourself:
2. Am I motivated?
3. Am I ready to track my progress?
4. Am I ready to focus both mentally and physically on my weight loss plan?
5. Am I really willing to eat healthier?
If you’re in the middle of a job change, family problems, or any other distractions, it might be better to resolve those issues and then focus on weight loss efforts.
Finally, be sure you’re committed to losing weight for yourself, not because someone else is pressuring you to do so. It will never happen if you’re doing it for the wrong reasons. You have to be mentally ready.
Keep these tips in mind and you should be on the road to weight loss in no time!
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