5 Tips For Summer Weight Loss
Since summer weight loss is on everyones to do list it's time to drop a few pounds before getting into that bathing suit! People lose weight much easier in the summer because there are so many more activities to participate in. So here are 5 tips to kick your summer weight loss program into high gear!
5 Summer Weight Loss Tips :
- Stock Up On Healthy Snacks - You tend to eat more in the summer because it is hot and generally people go out to eat more often. Make sure you load up on nutrient-dense snacks such as fruits and veggies, trail mix or dry cereal, whole wheat crackers and energy bars. Bring these with you when you participate in outside activities.
- Don't Get Lazy Because The Heat - For rapid weight loss ideas this is number one! Many people become lazy and don't take their summer weight loss seriously because it's hot. Save computer and TV time for the winter! Try learning a new sport or taking up a new outside activity. Horseback riding, golfing, outside belly dancing. Remember that "thing" you've always wanted to do or learn? Go do it!
- WATER WATER WATER! During the summer it is important to get lots of fluids and most people don't get enough and it's hard to realize how much you've lost when being active. Many people when designing a summer weight loss program neglect to include extra water consumption as part of their diet. Its easily overlooked but probably one of the most important during the summer. Hydrate before during and after your activities. Choose water over sports drinks almost every time.
- Its Ok To Take A Nap - There has been studies that prove taking a nap can lower risk of heart disease and lower stress. A more prominent study was done in Greece and showed 3 naps a week reduced heart disease by a third!!! So pull out that hammock and make nap taking a part of your summer weight loss repertoire!
- Exercise In The Morning - Its easier to wake up early in the summer so use that to your advantage. In the beginning if you are just starting a program wake up just as the sun is coming up and go for a walk. The cool air will get you started on the right foot. When it was winter it was a good excuse to sleep in under the covers but now that its summer get up with the sun and go walk for 15 minutes. Within a few morning I PROMISE you will start feeling great.
Bonus Tip: Although rigorous or moderate activity will help you lose weight there is NOTHING that will kick your summer weight loss program into high gear better than a good diet. You can actually slim down with the proper diet and NO exercise if you learn how to eat correctly. So as always we suggest you do these activities and 5 rapid weight loss tips in conjunction with a proper diet.
by Jake Hyten