Getting Started With Losing Weight

As a personal trainer and fitness coach I am usually presented with the question ‘How can I lose weight as quickly as possible?’ on a semi-daily basis. Normally this comes from ladies looking to shed some unwanted weight around the waistline before a special occasion, such as getting married. If you have ever known anyone trying to lose weight quickly you’ll know that they are often their own worst enemy, constantly searching for expensive and unproven miracle solutions rather than the basic facts which simply work. [youtube:8oGRMaqPfdk;Personal trainer Russ Howe PTI explains [link:how to lose weight] effectively.;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oGRMaqPfdk&feature=related]

Here are a few very basic and easy to follow rules which will help anybody to drop some unwanted poundage from their waistline.

* Okay first of all if you are trying to cut weight you need to consume less calories than you do now. Sounds simple, right? That’s the basic rule. If you’re not sure how many calories you currently eat per day keep a food diary for the next two days and develop an average between the two days consumption.

* Protein is great for weight loss, that’s a fact. If you snack throughout your day time then you need to stock up on protein rich foods. These come in the shape of fish, chicken, protein shakes and a whole ton of other options. The fact is when you eat protein you store way less fat than when you consume carbohydrates or fatty foods. Use that to your, and your hunger’s, advantage.

* Snack tubs are a fantastic addition to your weight loss routine. You are most vulnerable when at work during a long double shift with no healthy food in sight. You can literally feel the chocolate machine staring you down, right? We have all been there. Take four small tubs packed with a rich protein food and you will keep hunger at bay as well as reap the weight loss rewards of avoiding junk food without even thinking about it.

* Rule number four is simple yet so many people get this wrong it’s unbelievable. How many women do you know who have cut down on carbs in order to lose weight? Probably tons. And why do they always hit a brick wall and find it impossible to lose weight just a couple of weeks in? Because they do not increase their protein intake as they drop carbs. You must do this, otherwise your body resorts to burning muscle and keeping fat.

* Finally we discuss the the benefits of having a day off. Regardless of whether you need one or would simply like one, the benefits of taking a day off your diet at the end of each week far outweigh the downsides.

First of all your body will react well to suddenly having a completely different day in its schedule. You will also end the risk that if you ever need to eat junk food your body won’t start reacting negatively because you have avoided it for years.

If you have had difficulty staying on a diet in the past you will absolutely love this one tip in particular. In fact this is the reason so many people fail. They cut out their favorite foods and punish themselves for wanting a better body. You don’t have to. That approach leads nowhere fast. Keep enjoying your day off. Sometimes just knowing you have it coming up is enough to stop you from binge eating during the week.

No matter whether you just want to drop a dress size or if you want to change your life completely, these simple facts are the basis of any successful long-term diet. Not only will you lose weight, but you will lose it quickly because the changes you are making are scientifically backed up without any need for gimmicks or miracle products. Better still, once gone the weight will actually stay off this time.

About the Creator: Russ Howe is a qualified and respected Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. If you are lost with your diet, be sure to watch your exclusive video step-by-step to how to lose weight today.

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