How to Lose Weight Without Dieting
By: Chris Chenoweth
Can you truly lose weight without counting calories? It sounds too good to be true, right? You CAN lose weight without dieting. There is no magic involved - just logical, sensible, easy steps anyone can follow.
Most of us have tried dieting at one time or another, some of us more times than we can count. The main reason we cannot stick to diets is the feeling of deprivation that accompanies them.
Cutting back drastically on food causes irritability, frustration and most times, constipation. Reducing calorie intake too severely results in a slower metabolism, causing your body to hold onto fat, making it that much more difficult to shed pounds.
When you starve yourself, your body will trigger cravings for the nutrients it needs. These cravings will cause you to start bingeing on those foods that you have been avoiding. You then find yourself in a vicious cycle of starving and bingeing that is dangerous to your health and can lead to serious eating disorders.
TIPS TO LOSE WEIGHT WITHOUT DIETING
In reality, there are simple changes you can make in your daily lifestyle that will allow you to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week without counting calories. You will also be increasing your metabolism rate, improve your fitness level, and improve the quality of you and your familys life and health.
Before you start incorporating these changes into your daily routine, make sure you DO NOT add to your current daily food intake. You may be tempted to increase your eating because you will be more active. If you do that, you will cancel out any weight loss efforts.
*Drink lots of water. Strive for 8 glasses a day. Water flushes toxins out of your body and revs up your metabolism.
*Eat a large nutritious breakfast. This will rev up your metabolism and make it easier for your body to burn fat.
*Walk! Every day, take a walk, inside or outside, alone or with a friend or family member. Walk as briskly as you can and swing your arms. Breathe deeply. You will start to feel better almost immediately. Shoot for a mile a day. Try to increase it just a little each day. The more you walk, the easier it becomes and the more you will want to do it.
*If you work in an office, use the stairs instead of the elevator. Park your car in the farthest parking space from the building. Get up and walk during your break instead of sitting down and eating a snack.
*If you have access to an indoor swimming pool, use it several times a week. Swimming, along with walking, is an excellent aerobic exercise that gets your heart pumping and revs up your metabolism.
*Go bicycling with your kids. Bicycling is another aerobic exercise that provides fun, relaxation and quality time with your family. Ride your bike to work! If you cannot bicycle outside, try a stationary bike. Watch TV or listen to music while you pedal.
*Take up roller-skating (or ice-skating or roller-blading), another aerobic exercise that is so much fun! Bring your kids with you.
*Take a fitness class, a Yoga class or take dancing lessons. All are fun and provide great exercise.
*Take up a new hobby. Anything that will keep your hands busy and your mind off of eating such as crocheting, latch hook, knitting, working crossword puzzles or jigsaw puzzles, reading, etc.
*Take up gardening; mow the grass, rake leaves, plant flowers, etc.
*If you want to increase your weight loss, serve yourself smaller portions at mealtime. Eventually, you will need less in order to feel satisfied.
As you can see, it IS possible to lose weight without counting calories. By following the tips listed above you will not only have more fun, you will be living a healthier lifestyle.
Chris Chenoweth, author of the DO-IT-YOURSELF HOME, HEALTH & MONEY GUIDE, writes articles pertaining to diet, exercise, health, and business.
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