Monday, March 2, 2009

Top Tips to Jump Start your Weight Loss Program

By Barbara J. Silberman

Many of us have been thinking about that hard to achieve goal, losing weight. If your goal is to lose weight and are wondering how to get started, then here are some tips to get you moving.

Cleansing your body is a great way to get you started on a weight loss program. Cleansing and reprogramming your body to lose fat rather than store it will set you on the right track. If your diet is high in calories and fat, then believe it or not, your body thinks it needs to store fat for the lean times.

For a few days, start to eat a diet that is low in fat and has more salad and vegetables. In a way your body will start to cleanse itself and begin to burn some of the fat that it has built up.

Believing in your goals is vital and you should tell yourself that now is the time to lose weight. Repeat it several times day. Don't let anyone stand in your way or derail your progress. This will help to keep you motivated towards your goals.

Find someone who can support you and your chances of success will increase dramatically. Try to find a friend who can do this, better still a friend who can join you to lose weight. You could also find a local support group.

Why not sign up for a local exercise class. Joining such a class will give you some added stimulus to keep going, particularly as you will have probably paid for it, and can also provide support. WARNING - a lot of gyms make money from people who sign up and do not go! Don't become one of those. If you are not going to stick with it, find a free group or do another form of exercise.

Get educated about healthy lifestyles and various diet programs. Having more information will allow you to create a better plan and routine that is important for you to be successful.

Make sure you track progress against your plan. Know how many calories you need each day, factoring in the exercise you do, and stick to it.

Another way to get started is by cutting out high calorie and high fat foods, such as candy and fast food. These two are the trap of many and if you start by cutting out the unhealthy food you are already on your way to a healthier and more fit you.

With many ways to start, you may ask yourself which one should I really start with. It really starts with the willpower to make a change in your life, then just getting started with one of the above. Be prepared for challenges and if you have already thought about them, you be better prepared to deal with them. - 17944

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