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I’m on a mission to finally lose the 20 pounds I gained {and lost multiple times} over the past 3 years. It’s been a battle and I finally understand that there is no magic solution. Just hard work and staying committed to the goal.
I’ve learned that there are some tools, tips and tricks that can help us achieve our healthy weight loss goals.
Here they are:
1. Get moving. Put on your walking shoes and get going.
You don’t have to commit to running 20 miles a day to see results. Even just a 20 minute walk a day is a move in the right directions.
2. Find the time. There are no excuses.
It’s raining. I’m tired. I have too much work to do. These are all valid reasons not to get your daily exercise in. But none of them will help you reach your goal. Weather isn’t much of an issue here, but we do get the occasion rain storm so we have a treadmill at home to use when it’s not save to be outside. This way there are no weather related reasons not to exercise.
3. Always have good snacks on hand.
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been out running errands and suddenly I become super hungry. Having something to eat already planned is so much better than just grabbing something unhealthy at a fast food restaurant. I am loving the Slimfast® Greek Yogurt & Honey, honey Snack Bars and I’ve been carrying them around with me. They are only 110 calories so they work perfectly into my meal plans. They are also part of The Slimfast® 14 Days to Slimdown.
4. Stay hydrated.
I’m sure you’ve heard this over and over again but it’s true. It helps you feel full so you don’t want to eat as much and it’s just plain ‘ole good for your body. I feel so much better all around when I’m not dehydrated.
5. Use available tools.
I was happy to discover that Slimfast® has some really cool tools to help me achieve my weight loss goals. From The Slimfast® 14 Days to Slimdown to Slim Coaching. They want to make losing weight easier to accomplish.
The Slimfast® 14 Days to Slimdown is a convenient and delicious way to lose up to lose 6 pounds in the first 2 weeks by doing the following:
- Swap two meals daily with a Slimfast® protein shake or meal bar
- The third meal must be 500 calories
- Enjoy three 100-calorie snacks or pieces of fruit per day
- Don’t exceed 1200 calories per day
- Do 30 minutes of light to medium exercise daily and drink plenty of water
Slim Coaching, is a program you can easily sign up for that brings you tips from experts, daily motivation, funny videos and more. Think of it like having a friend rooting for you every step of the way!
Slimfast also has a great community on their Facebook and Pinterest pages to help you achieve your goals.
I lost a big chunk of weight a few years back and for me, if I didn’t workout every single day, I couldn’t have lost it.
I’ve just started on my first diet. I find it difficult to stay motivated but perhaps a little exercise might help.
I tried the shakes once but didn’t like them. I’m curious about the meal bars though!
I use to use slim fast all the time but I had to stop when I decided that I needed to slower my sugar intake. I think slim fast has more than my daily allotted amount of sugar. I try to keep my sugar intake under 20grams.
Working out is so important. When I lost about 40 pounds a couple years back I worked on my eatitng then added in working out. Worked great for me:)
I love the tip list because it is an actual usable one!
thanks for the ideas and the implicit encouragement to lose weight!
Get a kitchen scale and count your calories! Was #1 on our list!
Unless a person truly wants something and develops a passion for it, they won’t find the time for it.
Great tips, the hardest part of weight loss is actually starting the new routine. I have never tried Slim Fast, I have several friends that love it. One of these days I will have to check it out as everyone says they are good.
I must walk everyday or I loss my sanity. It’s my time to think and just be.
I do like slimfast shakes. However, I have not yet tried the slimfast snacks. They do look good!
I’m looking forward to kids back in school to start a new routine summer time has taken over
Great tips! I have been trying to move more in the hopes it will help me lose a little weight. x
I think you are onto something there. I really agree with the hydrating for sure this time of year. I have never tried the slim fast bars. They look kind of good.,
It’s only within this last week that I see the benefits of staying hydrated. I’ve been drinking so much water, and I have had WAY less desire to snack!
Slim Fast has come a long way since shakes! I am sure it works great for weight loss
These are some really important tips. Too many people become fixated on losing weight and don’t do it properly.
Great tips,Slim fast have some really great products,its been a long time since I have had any.
Great tips! Good ideas to start a healthier lifestyle.
Great tips! I used to love Slim Fast before I was diagnosed with the Celiac’s and had to go gluten-free. I wish I could still use their products!
These are a great way to get started on your fitness goals. Thanks for sharing these tips!
I like to take walks as often as I can, although in this Miami heat, I’ve been slacking in the summertime. All great tips!
I stay in shape by doing Zumba a few days a week. I also like to get out and play in the yard with my kids and dogs. That will burn a lot of calories too!
I am trying to drink more water. It really has so many health benefits. I am also walking a lot more and enjoying the fresh air and summer scenery.
Those are all great tips! And so true about staying hydrated … it truly does make a difference.
Sounds easy enough to swap the bar for the meal every now and again. I think that first few pounds lost on a diet is so motivating too!
These are all great tips! Number two really resonates with me…I was always making some excuse why I couldn’t exercise, now I make it a point to nix those excuses and do it. My motto…’Just Do it!’
These are some great tips! Thanks for sharing
These are some really good tips! No excuses is the best one! I find that I too go for unhealthy fast food when I don’t prepare a healthy snack.
I absolutely love these tips. When it comes to eating healthy and dieting it’s hard to stay motivated.