Does getting healthy feel like too much work? Too busy to go to the gym 3 to 5 times a week? Try out some of these tips to help you live a healthy life without all the pressure of working out.
Walk It Out
Skip the elevator and take the stairs is another great way to burn calories during the day. Where ever you go through-out the day, if you can walk instead of drive I'd say go for it!
Water
Always try to start a meal with a glass of water. You'll stay hydrated and feel fuller instantly, which can help with your portions during any meal! But always remember to drink water through-out the day to stay hydrated.
Make a few simple swaps at every meal
Going for a side salad instead of a side of fries is a great way to swap out the wrong kinds of fats. When it comes to dressing try to choose a vinaigrette instead of any creamy high in calorie dressings; example: thousand island/ranch/caesar. My favorite is just lemon juice and a little oil.
Portion Control
If you are trying to lose weight, portion control is very important during any meal. Measure out snacks beforehand instead of eating right from the bag.
Dark Chocolate
Having dark chocolate for dessert is a plus, especially because dark chocolate has ingredients that lower blood pressure and fight disease. Melt some chocolate and start dipping fruit !
Drinking your calories
It's a common reason why you're not seeing results — those empty calories from a daily soda, morning juice, or large glass of wine at dinner can really add up. Stick to water flavored with a fresh ingredients like cucumber, lemon, or mint in order to save on important calories.
Don't go hungry for too long
It's always a good idea to eat every 2 hours, by the time another meal period comes around you won't have to blame your eyes for being bigger than your stomach.
Snack on high protein/high fiber foods
Here are a few examples of each:
High Protein- Chicken, Fish (tuna/salmon) Cheese, Beans (soy beans), Eggs, Nuts and Seeds (Almonds/Peanuts/Pumpkin Seeds)
HIgh Fiber- Vegetables, Whole Grains, Fresh & Dried fruits.
Eat A Light Early Dinner
Try to keep your dinner to about 25 percent of your daily calories, and have it at least two to three hours before going to bed. Eating too much too late can cause digestion and sleep issues that make it hard to stick to a healthy routine.
SLEEP-SLEEP-SLEEP!!!
Lack of sleep can cause you to eat more throughout the day and not have enough energy for your workouts, so aim for seven to nine hours of sleep every night. It's an easy and effective way to keep your weight-loss goals on the right track.
Although working out is your best bet when it comes to weight loss especially when you want to see results quicker, but sometimes it's easier to be lazy and lose weight. - DL
Walk It Out
Skip the elevator and take the stairs is another great way to burn calories during the day. Where ever you go through-out the day, if you can walk instead of drive I'd say go for it!
Water
Always try to start a meal with a glass of water. You'll stay hydrated and feel fuller instantly, which can help with your portions during any meal! But always remember to drink water through-out the day to stay hydrated.
Make a few simple swaps at every meal
Going for a side salad instead of a side of fries is a great way to swap out the wrong kinds of fats. When it comes to dressing try to choose a vinaigrette instead of any creamy high in calorie dressings; example: thousand island/ranch/caesar. My favorite is just lemon juice and a little oil.
Portion Control
If you are trying to lose weight, portion control is very important during any meal. Measure out snacks beforehand instead of eating right from the bag.
Dark Chocolate
Having dark chocolate for dessert is a plus, especially because dark chocolate has ingredients that lower blood pressure and fight disease. Melt some chocolate and start dipping fruit !
Drinking your calories
It's a common reason why you're not seeing results — those empty calories from a daily soda, morning juice, or large glass of wine at dinner can really add up. Stick to water flavored with a fresh ingredients like cucumber, lemon, or mint in order to save on important calories.
Don't go hungry for too long
It's always a good idea to eat every 2 hours, by the time another meal period comes around you won't have to blame your eyes for being bigger than your stomach.
Snack on high protein/high fiber foods
Here are a few examples of each:
High Protein- Chicken, Fish (tuna/salmon) Cheese, Beans (soy beans), Eggs, Nuts and Seeds (Almonds/Peanuts/Pumpkin Seeds)
HIgh Fiber- Vegetables, Whole Grains, Fresh & Dried fruits.
Eat A Light Early Dinner
Try to keep your dinner to about 25 percent of your daily calories, and have it at least two to three hours before going to bed. Eating too much too late can cause digestion and sleep issues that make it hard to stick to a healthy routine.
SLEEP-SLEEP-SLEEP!!!
Lack of sleep can cause you to eat more throughout the day and not have enough energy for your workouts, so aim for seven to nine hours of sleep every night. It's an easy and effective way to keep your weight-loss goals on the right track.
Although working out is your best bet when it comes to weight loss especially when you want to see results quicker, but sometimes it's easier to be lazy and lose weight. - DL