Ten minutes may not be a lot of time, but it could be all the time you need to see great results on your body and weight loss. One of the most common reasons people give for not being able to lose weight is a lack of time, so what if you could see results from just a short burst of energy and planning each day? If you don’t give yourself to plan healthy meals or fit in an effective physical workout, you won’t be able to find quick alternatives that work for you. The range of choice diminishes with a lack of pre-thought, meaning you’ll have to rely on fast food, frozen ready meals and limited exercise – none of which are contributions that result in great weight loss success. Here are some tips that could really see you stick to and benefit from your weight loss plan, and all you need to provide is ten minutes of your time.
At work
Instead of making that cup of coffee on your elevenses, why not take a walk around the block? Ten minutes of brisk walking is a great form of exercise that often gets overlooked because it seems too simple. But you’re building up your breathing pace, getting your heart rate up and getting your limbs moving is a fantastic combination – better yet, it burns some of those excess calories! You can easily burn 50 calories from one, ten-minute session. As a result of your efforts, you’ll also be treated to a stronger cardiovascular system and better circulation, which will help you achieve better health and weight loss in the long term. It makes a great alternative to that caffeine hit, which offers nothing more than an artificial hit of adrenaline and a spike in your blood sugars.
At home
There are many action steps you can take in ten minutes to achieve better eating habits later on. For example, you can plan your meals for the coming week so that you know you have something nutritious and healthy for each meal. If you’d rather be a little more practical, you could make your lunch for the following day – something low-fat, healthy and good for you instead of a fast food alternative from the local coffee shop. Taking ten minutes out of the day to set the groundwork for your eating plan throughout the week could make a massive difference to your weight loss success. Try using a ten minute window in your evening to sketch out a healthy eating plan, with healthy snacks included, and see what a difference it makes to your weight loss regime over time.
Anywhere
If you want a luxurious full-body stretch that will really make you feel good, ten minutes is plenty of time. It will also help you get to your weight loss target faster and more efficiently. It may not burn many calories but it has a number of benefits to your health. You build elasticity when you stretch that can mean you achieve more in strength training or cardiovascular activity. Studies have shown that it can also promote relaxation which can lower the levels of cortisol – a stress hormone that can lead to weight gain, particularly around your waist. It can also boost your metabolism to help you lose weight more effectively. With this in mind, its a wonder we don’t stretch more! It can be done anywhere, is free and could be the trigger for faster weight loss.