Basic Weight Loss Tips
You’ve heard and read a ton of hype about losing weight, and it all seems to point to something to buy. Well, weightloss isn’t that hard and you don’t even have to buy a book, though you can if you want to. The net has tons of weight loss tips and health and fitness tips, that are actually free of charge.
For example…
Think about this for a minute: It may not be, entirely, your fault that you are overweight. That’s right! You may be carrying the extra weight because of genetics. In other words, you may have inherited the “fat genes,” especially if people in your family also tend to be overweight. But, and there is always a but, you have contributed to the problem by not eating right and by lack of exercise.
You have to take responsibility for your weight and take control, even if you did inherit a full set of “fat genes.” Once you accept the responsibility, it will be much easier for you to make the decision that things have to change. Not only do you have to lose weight but that you have to change your lifestyle. Getting back into shape is not just a 12 week program and failure is not an option because a lot of extra weight can result in cutting years off your life.
Are You Ready to Lose Weight?
First, talk with your personal doctor to make sure you don’t have an illness which might be causing you to be overweight. At the same time your physician will tell you if you’re physically fit to begin a weight loss plan. In addition he will be able to advise you on setting realistic goals for shedding those pounds.
It is important for you to set goals that are obtainable. They must be set high enough to be a challenge, but low enough so you don’t get demoralized quickly. If your doctor tells you to lose 50 pounds, you need to break those 50 lbs down into bite size chunks. (Pun intended)
Losing 50 pounds over a six month period is an example of a big goal that needs to be broken down. You can break this down into smaller goals of, “I only have to lose 8 lbs a month.” Then you can take it down even further to, “that’s only two pounds a week!” This gives you have a more workable goal than “I must lose 50 pounds (now.)”
About Exercise…
For your 3rd step you need to set up your exercise plan (and goals.) If you have been living a sedate lifestyle then you will find walking is a great way to start an exercise program. This will help you get your muscles used to exercising again and you won’t need to buy a gym membership.
Try setting a goal of being able to walk half a mile after two weeks. As your wind and strength improve you may find your self able to move up to a brisk walk. Try and maintain as quick a pace as you can, for as long as you can, without wiping yourself out. Your walking will be the most effective when you can sustain a heart rate of around 120 beats a minute for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Now, while they above weight loss tips were free, there are still going to cost you: The price? You have to make the choices and take action!
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