If you want to lose weight, you must know that it is not an easy thing to do. It is one of the hardest journeys you can embark on.
You might be tempted to take the easy route by crash dieting or quick fixes, but if you want to lose weight and keep the fat away from your body for good, this article is for you.
These tips worked for me and I won’t stop sharing them. You can learn a thing or two that will help you on your weight loss journey. You should take your health seriously by exercising to stay fit.
Here are 10 things you should know if you want to lose weight in Nigeria:
1. How much weight do you want to lose and how much time do you have to achieve the body of your dreams? Give yourself time to lose weight. You didn’t add all the weight in a month so giving yourself one month to lose 10 kg is unhealthy.
2. You need to know your body type, the kind of exercises your body needs and the right foods for your body type. There are three body types, ectomorph, endomorph and mesomorph.
3. You must set realistic goals when it comes to losing weight. Don’t give yourself one month to lose 10kg. That’s not realistic. You will wear yourself out. Take it one day at a time and enjoy yourself while exercising to lose weight.
4. Don’t trust the numbers you see on the scale. The scale can be deceptive. Use tape instead. That worked for me. That way, I won’t get discouraged when the scale refuses to move. Many times, I have been discouraged checking my weight. These days, I measure my arms, stomach, hips and bust instead.
5. Weight loss starts in the kitchen. If you do all the cardio, lift weights but don’t eat healthy foods, you won’t lose weight. Shop for healthy foods, prepare your food and store them in the fridge. Fruits, green leafy vegetables and healthy drinks should be readily available if you want to lose weight fast.
6. Prepare your meals beforehand to avoid being tempted to eat junk foods. This is where some people fail when it comes losing weight. Plan your meals ahead. Know what you are having for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Plan your snacks ahead of time too. Be ready to lose weight.
7. You can’t lose weight without exercises. You need both cardio and strength training for your body to drop the fat. Cardio helps you burn calories while lifting weights help you firm your muscles. You need both for weight loss and firm body.
8. Drink water. Your number one friend during your weight loss journey is water. Let go of fizzy drinks and soda. You can make make fruit infused water with fruits, lemons and cucumbers. You can also add chia seeds to your water.
9. If you are not self motivated, you need serious, accountable and resilient fitness partners who will keep you in check. You don’t need people who will be dragging you back. Stay away from people who make excuses about exercising even though they are claiming they want to lose weight.
10. Be consistent with your workouts and eating healthy foods. You shouldn’t start swallowing unhealthy foods when you start seeing results. You will add all the weight back. Remain focused on being healthy and living a healthier lifestyle. It’s for your own good.
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