If you're great at starting a weight-loss plan but not so great at following through, you may be putting too much pressure on losing weight quickly. Instead of trying to stick to an impossible goal, make small changes in your exercise and eating routine that you know you can stick to. This way, you'll lose weight without the headache of a new routine. Consult your doctor before changing your eating or exercise plans.
Park Farther Away
Instead of zooming into the closest space in the parking lot at work or the grocery store, park farther from your destination. This way, you'll log an extra few minutes of exercise time on the way to and from the car. Adding this tiny change into your routine may not seem like a big deal, but you'll burn extra calories at least twice a day. Burn even more calories by forgoing the car and riding your bike or walking to work every day.
Eat More Meals
Although eating more food may seem like it would add more pounds to your frame, eating more frequently at regular intervals may keep you from binging on sweets or candy throughout the day. Eat a small meal or snack about once every two hours to keep your blood sugar up and keep your stomach satisfied.
Eat Your Favorite Foods
When you're on a diet, you may think you have to eliminate your favorite junk foods forever. Allow yourself to eat very small portions of it. Eat about 100 to 200 calories worth of your favorite forbidden foods once a day. You'll be able to indulge a little bit without feeling starved or deprived. You may be more likely to stick with your diet if you don't feel trapped.
Take Work Breaks
If you're bored at work, use it as an opportunity to burn more calories. Stand up as often as possible throughout the day. Try to get outside for a walk during your lunch break. While you're waiting for an assignment, stretch gently at your desk by tilting your head up and down, then side to side. Instead of holding a meeting in the conference room, schedule a walking meeting so you're able to burn calories while you work.
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