Look Simply Divine by 2009!
submitted: Sep 9th 2008 |
by: GailM.Davis |
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Another year is rapidly coming to an end! Were you one of the lucky few who actually followed through on your 2008 resolutions? Guess what? There's still time to be divine by 2009! Simply find an excellent weight loss-eating plan, make some minor lifestyle changes, and begin a good exercise program. Those three basic steps will help you cross off those old resolutions one by one!
The first step on this journey to excellence is to find the right weight loss eating plan for you. There are so many to choose from, and frankly, most of them work if you stick to them. You've simply got to eat less and burn more! It's an easy formula but it's not easy to consistently adhere to. That's the key by the way, consistency over time. Follow your plan over a long period of time, and you will reach your goal.
Whether you choose the healthy route and consume the major food groups in recommended amounts or attempt to follow a more "drastic diet" designed for rapid weight loss, pick one that excites you and makes you want to give it your best shot! Clear out the unhealthy and tempting items from your cupboards and refrigerator and stock up on food items that will help you reach your goal.
Additional tips to help you become divine by 2009 would include eliminating or drastically limiting your consumption of alcohol. Alcohol slows weight loss and lowers your defenses when it comes to making wise food choices; so wait until the New Year celebration to indulge. Water should be your main beverage. Sweet drinks, even diet sodas, should be dramatically reduced and limited to special occasions.
Limit your salt and sugar intake as well. Salt makes you retain fluid and too much can cause serious health concerns such as high blood pressure. Some people like to use "lite" salt and others just make a point of cutting back. Sugar, on the other hand provides empty calories, with no nutritional benefit. In addition, the more sugar you eat, the more you crave. Too much sugar can also lead to health issues such as diabetes.
To be divine by 2009, you must commit to burning more calories than you consume. You must be active! Your workout routine should include cardio, strength training, and flexibility. Cardio activities such as power walking, biking, swimming laps, and running, burn the most calories, but strength training builds lean muscle mass, which keeps your metabolism happy!
If you follow these simple steps for the remainder of 2008, you will be simply divine by 2009! Start the New Year as a stronger, happier, healthier you!
About the Author
Gail M. Davis offers more tips to be divine by 2009. See a variety of weight loss eating plans, motivational tips, exercise plans, healthy recipes, and much more on her site Easy Weight Loss Tips.
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