16 Weight-Loss Tips to Live By Every Day
This article was written by Lizzie Fuhr and repurposed with permission from POPSUGAR Fitness.
Exercise plays an essential role in any weight-loss journey, but how you fuel your body is just as—if not more—important. If you're ready to embrace new lifestyle changes and even more ready to stop feeling like food is a constant struggle, here are the straightforward tips we live by that really work.
1. Lose the Mindset that Foods Are Off-Limits
According to trainers Chris and Heidi Powell, "Anytime you deprive yourself of food...all you want is what you can't have!" Take your mindset away from sacrifice, and allow yourself everything in moderation.
2. Keep It Clean
Replace processed foods with clean (whole and natural) items. Not only are natural options more nutritious, you'll find that their flavors are more satisfying.
3. Opt for Whole Grains
Refined and processed carbs weigh you down and muck up your progress. Fiber-rich whole grains keep hunger at bay, support healthy digestion, and are a crucial part of long-term weight-loss success.
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4. Greek Yogurt Is Your Best Friend
Instead of sour cream, dollop this protein-rich yogurt on your burrito bowl. Make it into a creamy pasta sauce that satisfies any Italian cravings. Honestly, is there anything this dairy option can't sub for?
5. Make Your Snacks Smarter
Instead of a snack that includes just one food group, go for two—even three. The winning combination of protein, fiber, and carbs fuels workouts and keeps you full.
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6. Eat (Don't Sip) Your Produce
According to Biggest Loser chef Cheryl Forberg, R.D., when you eat a whole piece of fruit, with all the fiber intact, your body will release blood sugar slowly, and you'll stay satisfied for longer. Enjoy the occasional fresh-pressed juice as a treat, and learn to eat your produce!
7. Eat Carbs in the Morning
Totally eliminating carbs from your life is not a long-term technique for success, but when you eat carbs earlier in the day, you have more time to burn them off, says trainer Bob Harper.
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8. Top Your Salad Right
Croutons and preservative-laden dressings have got to go. Dress your favorite salad in a lighter, homemade recipe instead, and pile on the veggies, protein, and produce. If you're craving crunch, add some nuts instead.
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