Common Sense Solutions For Permanent Weight Loss

Losing weight isn’t easy. Whether you’ve been trying to get rid of the weight you gained during pregnancy or the “Freshman 15” that didn’t seem to disappear when you graduated, you aren’t alone in your weight-loss struggles. Many adults want to shed some pounds but just aren’t sure how, and between soccer practices, PTA meetings, and work responsibilities, you might wonder how anyone has the time to do so. Fortunately, there are a few ways you can lose weight even if you don’t have time to go to the gym.

1. Get up 10 minutes early

Consider getting up 10 minutes early each day, not to try to squeeze in an hourlong workout while you’re half asleep, but to do a few crunches, sit-ups, push-ups, and pull-ups before you shower. Even quick, simple exercises can help tone and trim your body. If you have weights available, you could also do a few repetitions before you have to leave for work.

2. Walk during your lunch break

No one wants to exercise during their lunch break. Work is challenging enough, so the idea of going to the gym probably sounds overwhelming. Instead of worrying about getting in a comprehensive workout, consider going for a walk; even taking a 15-, 20-, or 30-minute stroll will help the benefits add up. As you become more practiced and start to look forward to walking, you may find yourself walking long distances.

3. Pack your lunch

Perhaps most importantly, you’ll need to control how much you’re eating. Instead of heading downstairs to the building’s cafe, pack your lunch each day. Your meal doesn’t have to consist of a plain sandwich with carrots on the side. Check out Pinterest or some cooking blogs for daily ideas on making Bentos lunches of your own. Buy a cute or vintage lunchbox, get a lunch bag, or have your kids decorate brown bags for you. Then fill that lunch pack with everything you need to have a fun, healthy lunch. You’ll slim down by skippingthe fast food and feel better because you aren’t overeating.

Remember that you won’t lose weight overnight. Weight loss is a long-term goal that includes changing your daily habits. While change is never easy, it’s possible to lose weight without stressing out about it.