Hey there viewers!
Weight loss is a long journey that takes time and patience.
There are no shortcuts.
But losing weight fast, say in a couple of weeks, is not impossible.
All you need to do is create good habits and adopt a healthy way of living.
Although this is not a sustainable approach, it is a good start to motivate you to continue
on your weight loss journey.
And in today’s video, we will tell you the safest ways to lose weight in two weeks.
From avoiding sugar, going to bed earlier, using whey protein, giving up on junk food
to healthy snacking and more, watch till the end to learn about all of them.
Skip sugary beverages: You won’t feel full by liquid calories in quite the same way as
real food.
Drinking juice or sugary coffee just isn't as satisfying as eating a bowl of protein-packed
stir-fry.
So monitor your intake of juice, soda, sweetened coffee, tea, and alcoholic beverages.
If you drink those beverages during the day, you'll have taken in at least 800 extra calories
by nighttime, and you'll still be hungry.
Incidentally, alcohol may suppress the metabolism of fat, making it tougher for you to burn
those calories.
Which sugary beverage would be the most difficult for you to give up?
Let us know down below in the comments section!
Walk after meals: A short, five-minute walk after a meal not only aids digestion but also
helps burn some calories.
It has been found that a post-meal walk helps in clearing glucose from the bloodstream.
This is because a lot of it is taken up by the muscles when performing an activity.
Eat whole foods: When you’re trying to lose weight quickly, it can be helpful to eat a
simple diet based on whole foods.
These foods tend to be very filling and make it easier to eat fewer calories without getting
too hungry.
You should aim to eat mostly whole,
single-ingredient foods.
Avoid ones that are highly processed.
Eating mostly lean proteins and low carb veggies can be incredibly satisfying even if you’re
not getting that many calories.
Eat Slowly: Reinvent yourself as a slow eater.
Cherish the food you are eating.
Set a timer for 20 minutes, and ensure you are spending each minute savoring the dish
before you.
Mindful eating and chewing well can help in losing weight.
Plowing your food can only lead to overeating, as your stomach doesn’t have the time to
tell your brain that it is full.
Reduce Your Portions: It is always important to check what is on your plate – quality
as well as quantity.
Portion control is not only a good practice to lose weight, but it also reduces excessive
energy intake.
Cut the portions in half and ensure you are choosing proper portion sizes.
A study found the link between large portions and obesity.
It also says that for weight management, you can eat larger portions of low-energy-dense
foods.
Go To Bed Earlier: Sleeping for more than five hours a night might seem like a luxury
for some, but it can have a serious impact on your overall health.
Not getting the recommended 7-8 hours of shut-eye puts you at risk for fatigue the next day.
This means you're more likely to crave high-calorie
comfort food.
Try to go to bed sooner so you can get a little more sleep, which will help you eat less.
Eat Less Salt: Do you mindlessly sprinkle salt on your food without even tasting it
first?
Stop it!
Seriously.
Extra sodium can lead to water weight gain and bloating, which will make your pants fit
tighter and the number on the scale tick up.
Be sure to read your labels, too.
Sodium is typically lurking in processed foods, even healthy ones like frozen dinners and
canned soups.
Lift Weights: One of the worst side effects of dieting is that it tends to cause muscle
loss and metabolic slowdown, often referred to as starvation mode.
The best way to prevent this is to do some sort of resistance exercise such as lifting
weights.
Studies show that weight lifting can help keep your metabolism high and prevent you
from losing precious muscle mass.
Of course, it’s important not just to lose fat, you also want to build muscle.
Resistance exercise is crucial for a toned body.
Use Whey Protein:
Whey protein is highly satisfying and keeps you feeling full longer.
This will save you from hunger pangs and eating unhealthy snacks - proven to help in weight
and fat loss.
People ingest fewer calories from food if they eat whey on a regular basis.
It shifts your calories from high-carb and high-fat food to a lean protein source which
helps in maintaining a balanced diet.
And Whey protein is not only meant for people who do heavy workouts.
It's also good for meeting daily protein needs even for those with mild activity levels.
Try Cycling: If your workplace, school or grocery store is not very far, there’s absolutely
no need to take the car.
Make a conscious decision to cycle to these places.
It will benefit you in multiple ways.
The most glaring are that you’re helping the environment, it fits easily into your
everyday routine so you won’t have to make extra time to work out and it saves you money.
Drink Enough Water: Keep yourself hydrated throughout the day.
Water has a very important role flushing out toxins from your body.
Drinking it first thing in the morning gets your metabolism running.
It also helps curb those hunger pangs which make you crave for snacks.
Drink Green Tea: Green tea has really emerged as one of the best health drinks out there.
Several studies have shown that the massive range of antioxidants that it contains help
burn fat and boost metabolism.
The best part is it’s very low in calories.
Right after breakfast or lunch is a good time to have it because your metabolism rate is
the highest.
Green tea will ensure that it’s faster, further helping you digest.
Just like green tea, black tea can also help you lose weight.
Plus it has a wide range of other health benefits as well.
To know what they are, watch this video titled “14 Reasons You Should Drink Black Tea Every
Day!”
Now back to healthy ways to lose weight.
Eat Healthy Snacks: Choosing a healthy snack is challenging when you are trying to lose
weight.
According to multiple studies, snacks that are high in protein and fiber are beneficial
to curb hunger and aid weight loss.
Fruit, granola bars, plain popcorn, oatmeal, yogurt – anything similar can serve the
purpose.
These are far better than high-calorie snacks.
Don’t Skip A Meal: Skipping meals will not make you lose weight faster.
If a hectic day makes a sit-down meal impossible, stash a piece of fruit and pack of nut butter
to keep you from going hungry.
Going long periods of time without food does double-duty harm on your healthy eating efforts.
It slows down your metabolism, priming you for a binge later in the day.
Make it your mission to eat three meals and two snacks every day, and don't go longer
than three to four hours without eating.
Set a snack alarm on your phone if needed.
Do Aerobic Exercise: Doing cardio is an excellent way to burn calories and improve your physical
and mental health.
It appears to be particularly effective for losing belly fat which is the unhealthy fat
that tends to build up around your organs and cause metabolic disease.
Give Up On Junk Food: Eliminating junk food can significantly reduce the amount of calories
you consume each day.
Even though it might seem like a convenient choice, there are multiple reasons why you
need to cut back.
Especially if you’re looking to lose weight.
Junk food has no nutritional value and does more harm than good.
Considering how tempting it is, follow a gradual process of quitting.
If you still crave it try to make it at home with low calorie ingredients.
Say No To Sugary foods: Eating sugary foods might be satisfying in the moment, but they
can increase your cravings for more sugary foods in the future.
That only leads to trouble.
Many foods high in added sugar are also higher
in calories and fill you up less than lower-calorie,
still-sweet alternatives like fruit.
There are still ways to satisfy your sweet tooth without overdoing sugar.
When you're baking, cut out some of the sugar in recipes by adding in vanilla extract or
cinnamon.
Blend unsweetened cocoa powder into a smoothie instead of honey or nosh on a slab of watermelon
instead of cookies.
Cut Down On Stress: According to several studies, stress may contribute to abdominal fat.
When you're stressed, hormones like cortisol stimulate your appetite, slow your metabolism
and encourage fat storage inside your abdomen.
Find an activity that reduces stress for you, whether it's listening to soothing music or
doing yoga, do it daily.
Do full-body exercises: Your exercise plan—whether you're aiming to lose weight or not—shouldn't
just focus on one area of your body.
Instead, incorporate exercises that use your whole body.
Think: squats, deadlifts, chin-ups, and pushups.
You'll get more bang for your buck with each workout.
If you have trouble hitting the gym after work, consider waking up early to exercise.
Following these tips will definitely help you lose weight fast, but you have to make
sure that you don’t put it back on again.
That is easier said than done.
You can get some tips by:
Learning about The Reasons You Are Gaining Weight
Or
Learning the Morning Habits That Cause Unwanted Weight Gain
These 2 videos will definitely help you avoid putting on weight.
What’s the most weight you’ve lost in a month?
Let us know in the comments section below!