11 Weight-Loss Methods That Only Take 5 Minutes or Less

Experts share the fast tiny methods that might assist you in losing weight.

1. WALK FOR FIVE MINUTES EACH DAY

If going to the gym on a daily basis seems onerous, consider taking a five-minute stroll every day instead.

Simply said, people do not move enough. When done regularly, the tiniest practical measures can go a long way toward long-term weight loss.

2. PLACE A BOWL OF FRUIT ON YOUR COUNTER

According to a 2015 Cornell University research, women who keep junk food on their kitchen counters, such as morning cereal, weigh more than those who don't, while those who have fruit on display weigh less.

All the more incentive to ditch the sugary, processed snacks and replace them with a bowl of apples or oranges on your counter.

When you see something that looks good, you're more likely to reach for it.

3. DRINK A GLASS OF WATER BEFORE EACH MEAL

Are you hungry? First, drink some water.

Our bodies frequently confuse hunger for thirst, causing you to overeat when you're actually thirsty. Furthermore, studies suggest that drinking water before meals might help you feel fuller, reducing the number of calories you consume.

Divide your weight in half and attempt to drink that many ounces of water every day.

4. USE SMALLER PLATES AND BOWLS

Participants in a Pennsylvania State University research who were given larger quantities of food ate 30 to 50% more than those who were given smaller portions. Furthermore, they did not feel any fuller than the people who ate less.

Experts advocate decreasing your dishes to keep your servings minimal (and avoid overeating). When we use larger cups, plates, and utensils, we serve ourselves more.

5. PAIR HIIT WITH STRENGTH TRAINING

Anyone who is overburdened with a job, family, and other duties understands how difficult it is to fit in exercise. As a consequence, the finest training regimens optimize both time and outcomes.

Combine strength training with high-intensity interval exercise.

The nicest aspect about these two is that they are quick. For an even more effective cardio exercise, lift heavier weights with fewer sets and reps.

6. PUT A MIRROR ON YOUR FRIDGE

Installing a mirror in your kitchen, believe it or not, may help you lose weight. People who ate with a mirror next to them were less inclined to eat fatty meals, according to research published in the Journal of Applied Psychology.

Researchers believe that looking in the mirror makes you more conscious of what you're consuming, which leads to healthier decisions.

7. SWAP ONE CUP OF COFFEE FOR GREEN TEA

When you need a pick-me-up in the afternoon, try green tea instead of your normal coffee. Green tea is high in antioxidants, which might help speed up your metabolism. It also aids in flushing out extra bloat and leaving your stomach feeling flat and slender.

You may have it hot or iced but without any sweets.

8. PACK A SNACK

Snacks account for one-fourth of our daily calorie intake. But this isn't always a terrible thing.

Snacking between meals has been shown in studies to reduce cravings and body fat—as long as the snacks are healthful.

Keep some nutritious, nonperishable nibbles on hand if your meals are more than four hours apart: Her go-to snacks include nuts, bananas, and roasted chickpeas.

9. GO TO BED FIVE MINUTES EARLIER

A lack of sleep has been related to overeating and weight gain in research after study.

By aiming for seven or more hours of sleep per night, you can prevent food cravings and make better, healthier eating choices during the day. You'll also have more energy to go to the gym.

Even going to bed five minutes earlier each night may make a difference; after one week, you'll have received up to 30 minutes more of sleep.

10. REARRANGE YOUR FRIDGE AND PANTRY

You will be more tempted to go for sugary, processed snacks if they are prominently displayed when you open the refrigerator or cupboard.

Healthy basics like almonds and oats should be kept towards the front of your pantry, while fruits and vegetables should be kept on the top shelf of your fridge.

Sweets and other treats should be kept at the rear. Food is more likely to be forgotten when it is out of sight.

11. DOUBLE OR TRIPLE A RECIPE’S VEGGIES

Veggies are high in fiber, which keeps you feeling full between meals and reduces cravings later on. Double the quantity of veggies recommended in any recipe to sneak additional food into your dinner without compromising flavor.

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