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Summer is the BEST time to lose
weight!
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Most of us resolve at the beginning
of the year to lose weight and get ready for summer, but by the time summer hits
that New's Years Resolution is a distant memory. Did you know that when the
weather is warmer you actually have a better chance of losing weight
AND keeping it off? Instead of losing weight and getting ready
FOR summer let's lose weight DURING the
summer.
Here's
why summer is so successful:
1)
Let the Light Shine.
Sunshine, simple sunshine. You are generally happier,
more motivated and more energetic in the
summer due to the long sunlight hours. When the sun rises before 6 a.m. and sets
after 9 p.m. you are more likely to be out, busy, and moving. Think of all the
things you can get done before breakfast and after dinner.
2.)
Hot and Heavy.
It's hot, do you really feel like eating that
big, heavy meal? Hot weather is a natural appetite suppressant. It's easier to
avoid fast food and processed food in the summer because you just don't want
that "heavy" feeling.
3.) Take It All
In.
Eat outside. Take a lite lunch to work and go
outside during your break. You are more likely to slow down when you're outside
watching birds (or people). Enjoy your break.
4.) Drink 'Til You Don't
Drop.
Cold water goes down easy on a hot day. Sugary sodas will
not quench your thirst like water will. Avoid sugary sodas and too many frozen
alcoholic drinks they make you more thirsty and add empty calories. Also, avoid
sport drinks, these are loaded with
sugar,sodium and calories.
5.)
Fresh and Fun.
Fresh
vegetables from your local Farmer's Markets and roadside stands taste so much
better than supermarket vegetables. Quality and freshness are always top notch
from your local market, and the prices aren't bad either. Local markets and
roadside stands will often throw in "freebies" like an extra tomato, squash or
pepper.
6.)
Storm the Docks!
Get to know your
local Salty Dog. Fish, shrimp and crab have never been fresher than they are in
the summer. Be there when the boats come in.
7.)
Grillin' and Chillin'.
Grilling
is a fast, easy and healthy cooking method that keeps your kitchen clean and
cool.
8.)
Dip More Than Your Toes.
Take
advantage of your pool membership, local lakes, or the ocean. Why should the
kids have all the fun? Swimming feels wonderful on a hot day as an exercise that
keeps you cool. Enjoy it with the kids or a private respite for
yourself.
Check
out these great swim
exercises.
9.)
Polish Your Green Thumb.
If
you want to grow your own vegetables, now's the time to do it. We are so blessed
to live in an area that can successfully grow something or several things all
year long. Taking care of your garden (large or small) is excellent exercise.
Don't forget to plant fresh herbs!
10.)
Look for Deals.
(Here's
a Metabolic secret) Our weight loss deals are better in the summer.
Like the one at the bottom of this page.
11.)
No waiting.
Our offices are not as crowded in the summer. You can get
in, get out, and get on your way!
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