4 Simple weight-loss tricks to keep the kilograms off

There are countless ways to initially drop a few kilograms, but that doesn’t always mean that the weight will stay off.

The magic trick: changing your lifestyle permanently

Various studies have found that successful individuals keep the weight off by adopting a few of the following behavioural strategies:

1. Never skip breakfast

There is a reason why this is the most important meal of the day and a huge group of weight-loss maintainers will tell you that too. It gives your metabolism a kick-start at breakfast that helps you start burning calories straight away.

A wholesome option is a hearty bowl of rolled oats, nuts/seeds and fruit, or why not opt for a plate of savoury scrambled tofu/egg and rye toast?

2. Do a bit of counting

While there are countless different diet plans that you can follow, one main eating habit that weight-loss maintainers all seem to swear by, is counting their calorie intake.

We each need a different amount of energy on a daily basis, but when you watch your portion size, keep track of how many calories you’re eating, and stay away from processed food, you’ll start seeing the scale move down.

3. Be active every day

To maintain your weight loss or even kick start it again, it is recommended that you accumulate at least 60 to 90 minutes of physical activity each day.

A good way to make sure that you are getting in enough activity is to invest in a step counter and try to reach 10 000 steps each day.

You’ll be pleasantly surprised how quickly you are able to reach this when you concentrate on spending more time moving.

4. Limit your TV time

So many of us waste hours of time watching television (and trawling the Internet). Yes, I said it – we’re wasting time sitting in front of the TV ... for no reason other than you’re increasing your sedentary time when you do. Weight-loss maintainers spend less than 10 hours a week in front of the television, that’s a little more than an hour each day.

It is important to be consistent with how you eat, how your move and how you rest. Don’t skimp on sleep and exercise over the weekends or on holidays, and do your best with every aspect of your weight-loss journey.

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