The new year is well under way, and you resolved to stay fit and eat healthy! But unlike last year, it’s actually going to stick. Here are 3 ways to get fit and stay fit for the new year.
Start with Small Goals
When a new year begins, do you set high weight loss goals and eventually lose that momentum by the end of the year? The truth is, setting extremely high goals with strict guidelines does set you back in the long run. Your unreasonable goals may cause you to give up early.
You can lose more weight without feeling deprived from your favorite foods or feeling tired and sore from workouts by adding small changes to your daily routine that increase exercise and improve diet.
Then, when 2015 comes around, maybe you won’t be inventing new weight loss goals for you to quit!
Cardio
You may already know that weight loss occurs when you burn more calories than you take in. Cardio exercise is a great way to burn calories. Cardio doesn’t have to involve running on a treadmill or going to the gym.
Walking your dog, participating in a Zumba class, or even mowing the lawn can burn hundreds of calories. Start off with 3 to 4 days of low-intensity cardio exercise each week, and build your way up to 5 to 6 days of high-intensity cardio.
Portion Control
Losing weight doesn’t mean you have to cut out your favorite foods! By monitoring your portion control, you can still indulge in your favorite ice cream or muffin.
WebMD states that Americans underestimate how many calories they consume each day by as much as 25%. The Nutrition Facts label on all packaged foods contains a serving size. First, look at the label and try to stick with the suggested serving size. Eventually, your body will adjust to eating smaller portions.
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