Firstly, chart your progress from day one and you could shed more pounds in the long run. By weighing yourself regularly and writing it down, you will have a constant motivating reminder of where you were, are and should be. If you note what you ate and what you did on certain days, you can also see what triggers success, and what brings failures. Try weekly, or even daily, weigh-ins and diary entries for accurate results.
Portion size is another key component for weight loss, and studies have shown that those who pay close attention to their portions tend to shed the most pounds overall. Typically, you should eat no more than three ounces of poultry, fish or meat at each meal, which is roughly the same size as one of your palms. You also need to keep track of the calories you consume, and the ones you burn as this is really what weight loss boils down to. Log these things in your food journal and you will hold yourself accountable, as well as seeing what you need to alter to improve.
If you notice a friend or relative is particularly healthy, ask them how they did it. If it worked for them, it might work for you and it could help you chart your course and feel less alone in your endeavours. Ask them questions about their specific routines and types of activity. When it comes to routine, it’s generally good practise to eat at roughly the same time each day. Your body will learn when the next wave of food is coming, and stave off snacking. Even scheduling your snacks means your body won’t want food as often.
Finally, avoid things that are bad for you, like pills, potions, and other things that will let you think you will have amazing results. Even if a pill provides what it promises, the minute you stop taking it, the weight will return and then some. Also, avoid and reduce stress wherever possible because you tend to eat more unhealthy food to relieve stress. Focus on your long term goals, and these simple tips, to remain healthy and stress-free.