Lose Weight with Less Exercise
Losing weight is a
math game. Your body turns to fat reserves for energy when you burn more
calories than you eat. Exercise is a tool that helps make that happen, but not
the only factor. Counting calories and managing your intake are other methods.
Changing a few habits in key areas in your life will lead to eventual weight
loss. If your busy life gets in the way of a structured exercise plan, then
take other steps to shed pounds.
Eat Low Calorie Food
Swap out
high-calorie foods with lower-calorie options. Little things about your diet
can work to sabotage it. Things such as flavored coffee every morning and
sugared sodas add up. Replace the sugared soda with diet soda and switch to
black coffee. Instead of a piece of chocolate cake for dessert, have fresh
strawberries. Budget your intake to reduce calorie intake.
Reduce Food Intake
Reduce portions in
half. You will be surprised when half as much works just as well. If you
normally eat two cups of cereal in the morning, cut back to one. For every
meal, cut the portions in half to reduce calories.
Drink More Water
Drink water
continuously throughout the day. Water is more than just good for you. It also
takes up space in your stomach. Water is a natural appetite suppressant. Use
the 8 x 8 formula to ensure you are getting enough water: eight 8 oz. glasses
of water daily.
Take advantage of
exercise when you can get it. This doesn’t mean going to the gym every day.
Take the stairs at work instead of the elevator. Walk to the store instead of
driving. Little things add up to increased calorie burn.
Tips
You must burn 3,500
calories more than you eat to lose one pound. Cut 500 calories a day out of
your diet, and you should lose one pound a week.
