With summer finally here, or at least in the process of arriving, you can suddenly become all too aware that it’s time to dust off the old bikini. With a trip to a crowded beach looming, you need tips that can help you lose weight quickly, whilst looking out for your overall wellness. Luckily, here are five to get you started.
Firstly, take a (not-too-close) look at your urine. If it isn’t light, pale yellow and odourless, the chances are that you’re a little dehydrated. Hydration is massively important for your overall wellbeing, as well as in weight loss, because the first litre of water you consume in a day is solely used for brain function. Dehydrating drinks such as coffee and alcohol can ruin your energy levels and positive thinking, which can have a knock on effect on your weight. All you need to do to get back on track is to simply drink more water!
Next, switch to a diet that can get you in summer shape. Minimise your intake of sugar and simple carbohydrates, especially cereal and bread. Instead, load up on plenty of vegetables and fruit, as well as eating more lean meat, eggs and nuts. Unfortunately, if you want to look hot this summer, you can’t avoid exercise – but when you think about what it does for you, why would you want to? Exercise transforms your body, and increases your levels of the happy hormone serotonin. Not only does exercise boost your mood, as well as your weight loss efforts, but it will also give you plenty of energy.
Another tip to consider is getting help. Staying motivated and knowing exactly which weight loss regime will work for you is difficult to achieve on your own. Consider joining your local gym or getting a personal trainer to help you keep on track, or else exercise with a friend. Finally, while you’re working on your bikini body, get outside! The beautiful weather will give you an excuse to get out there and exercise, and you’ll boost your levels of vitamin D in the process just by getting the sun on your skin.