GET READY FOR
SUMMER WEIGHT LOSS!
AHHHH...summer weight loss--is it that time of the year already? Are your days getting longer? Are the flowers starting to bloom? Is the temperature getting warmer? If so, that can only mean one thing! Summer's here!! Summer is one of those seasons that most people either love or hate. You've got to appreciate all the great opportunities to be outdoors and enjoy the nice weather, but on the other hand, you can't cover up like you did all winter. No more sweat suits! It's officially the bathing suit season! Summer weight loss is actually easier in many respects than weight loss in other seasons. This is the time of year that the fresh fruits and vegetables are available in abundance! In addition, with the longer days, there are extra hours to enjoy being active!
Let's think about the food first! Hmmm...fresh fruits and vegetables! Fruit smoothies are a great way to start your day. Try mixing 1/2 cup skim milk, 1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt, 1/2 banana, and mixed berries into a blender with ice. This will be the most fabulous summer breakfast you can imagine! You can make different flavors with different fruits and you can add protein with a low-calorie protein whey product. On top of all that, you will have satisfied a large part of your food pyramid recommendations for dairy and fruit! This delicious breakfast will definitely hold you until your next meal! Try it today!
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In addition to all the great foods that are available, another huge boost to your summer weight loss program is the opportunity for activity! Dark mornings and cold temperatures can no longer be used as excuses. Make a commitment to start being active today--come on...you know the hardest part is getting out the door that very first time. You can do this! Take a minute to read
motivation for weight loss
tips that will help you make that first step! Find an activity buddy and try something new that you think might be fun. If you approach your daily activity as "play time" instead of "exercise", you'll stick to it longer. To read more about being active and to remind yourself of the benefits of activity,
click here.
To jump start your motivation and amp up your weight loss, click here to get your FREE printable weight loss journal page and FREE printable exercise log page:WEIGHT LOSS JOURNAL
EXERCISE LOG
Summer is a wonderful time to focus on making wiser food choices. If your summer weight loss plan includes a goal to "Eat Healthy!",
then click here to review exactly what that means.
Make a few small goals at first that will provide some huge benefits to your health. Focus on a healthy summer diet full of foods with rich colors and flavors! Make a commitment to drink more water. Even if you don't need as much water as the experts once thought, it helps you feel full and it helps to flush out your system! How can that be a bad thing? If you desire to do more than just focus on making healthier food choices this summer, scan the
diet plans
section and choose a short-term diet to jump-start your summer weight loss! These diets are designed for quick and easy weight loss, but it's important to remember that when you decrease the amount of food you eat, you need to make sure that the foods you select are highly nutritious! You don't want a sluggish metabolism! There are many wonderful
weight loss tips
that will help you achieve your summer goals. Remember, you don't have to change everything at once. Start small. Commit to some activity every day. Start with 20 minutes if that is what it will take to get you out the door. You can always add more as you feel stronger. Commit to adding fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet. Commit to drinking more water to keep yourself hydrated and feeling full. Small changes add up to big rewards! Enjoy the summer!
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