How to Lose Weight for Beginners: 5 Proven Methods
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If you’re looking to lose weight, but don’t have much experience with diets and exercise, you may be feeling overwhelmed about where to start. Many of us want to lose weight when we start college or get new jobs, but sometimes it’s hard to find the motivation when you feel surrounded by fast food restaurants and temptations around every corner. If you’re trying to shed some pounds but aren’t sure where to begin, try one of these five proven methods of losing weight.
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1) Know why you want to lose weight
I want to lose weight so that I can live a healthier, more active lifestyle. My goal is to lose at least 10 pounds in the next few months. I will continue to stay motivated by telling myself how good it feels when my clothes start to fit better. I also plan on talking with friends and family about my goals, and they will help me stay accountable by encouraging me along the way. Lastly, every time I'm feeling tempted to eat something unhealthy or give up on this journey, I'll remind myself of all the reasons why this change is important and why now is the perfect time for me to do this for myself.
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2) Set up a weight-loss goal
I want to lose weight, but I'm not sure how. What are the best ways? There are many ways to successfully lose weight, and some of them might work better for you than others.
A few common methods include cutting out sugar, drinking more water, and increasing your activity level. Cutting out sugar can be difficult because it's in so many foods that we eat on a daily basis, but it is one of the most effective methods of losing weight.
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3) Track your progress
1. Start by eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. 2. Drink at least 64 ounces of water per day. 3. Walk 10,000 steps per day or take the stairs instead of elevators or escalators whenever possible. 4. Replace sugary drinks like soda and sweetened tea with water or unsweetened tea. 5. Limit yourself to one-to-two servings of alcohol each week. 6. Get a good night’s sleep every night—at least eight hours in a row is recommended. 7. Find some form of exercise that you enjoy doing—this will help you stay motivated! 8. Join an online weight loss community for motivation!
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4) Keep track of your calories
To lose weight and keep it off, you need to understand the basics of calories in versus calories out. Each day, the average person eats about 2,000-3,000 calories. To lose one pound a week (the healthy way), you should cut out 500-1,000 calories per day. One way is to drink 8 glasses of water instead of other beverages such as sodas or juice. Another is to cut back on portion size by eating smaller portions or skipping seconds. A third idea is to eat more vegetables and fruit because they are low in calories but high in nutrients, vitamins and minerals.
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5) Get active
One of the best ways to lose weight is to get active. Take a walk, go for a jog, or join a gym so you can work out in the comfort of your own home. Exercise helps burn calories and provides more energy throughout the day. Remember that exercise does not have to be difficult - start small with 10 minutes of walking each day and slowly build up from there. Be mindful: Taking time to be mindful during meals will help stop mindless eating before it starts. Start by taking time between bites, chewing well, and enjoying each bite while listening to your body's signals as they come in.
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