This is a blog post by Bayswater personal trainer, Grant Lofthouse.
Losing weight can be a challenging task, but it is not impossible. Here are five tips to help you achieve your weight loss goals:
1. Set realistic goals:
It is important to set achievable goals for yourself.
Trying to lose too much weight too quickly can be overwhelming and may lead to frustration. Instead, aim to lose weight gradually, at a rate of 500 grams per week, on average.
So if your goal is to lose the first 5 kilos, give yourself 10 weeks to achieve your goal. This will give your body time to adjust and will be more sustainable in the long run.
2. Choose the right foods:
The foods you eat play a big role in your weight loss efforts.
Instead of reaching for processed and high-calorie foods, opt for whole, unprocessed foods like fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Generally, these kinds of food with give you the best value for the amount of calories you’re consuming.
For example – 200 grams of lean steak will cost you about 370 calories and leave you feeling full for at least 3 hours.
Versus 2 Krispy Kreme will also give you about 370 calories but only leave you feeling full for about 15 minutes, and opens the flood gates for wanting more.
3. Get active:
In addition to eating the right foods, regular physical activity is key for weight loss.
This doesn’t mean you have to spend hours at the gym every day.
In fact, our clients at Strength Squad only train with us 3 times per week on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday, then we encourage them to go for simple brisk walks on their ‘off days’.
The important thing is to find an activity you enjoy and make it a regular part of your routine.
4. Keep track of what you eat:
Writing down what you eat can help you stay accountable and make better food choices.
You can use a food diary, app, or website to track your daily food intake and ensure that you are staying within your caloric goals.
You do not need to do this for the rest of your life, as it can get a little time consuming. But I do think it’s a great idea to do for 3-6 months to help you identify any unhealthy eating habits and make changes to improve your diet.
5. Don’t skip meals:
Skipping meals may seem like a good way to cut calories, but it can actually backfire.
Most people who are trying to lose weight don’t have the best ‘will power’ to say no to certain foods when they get hungry.
At Strength Squad, we encourage our clients to stay away from the ‘f*ck it’ mood where they turn into the Cookie Monster and run straight for the pantry to consume anything and everything in sight.
You can avoid this by simply having regular scheduled meals throughout their day and never letting yourself getting more than a 7/10 on the hunger scale (1 = not hungry, 10 = starving).
Losing weight takes time and effort, but it is possible.
By setting realistic goals, choosing the right foods, and getting active, you can achieve your weight loss goals and improve your overall health. Remember to be patient and consistent, and don’t be afraid to seek support from friends, family, or a professional if you need it.
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