Summer is around the corner and maybe you haven’t lost the weight that you vowed in January would be gone by now.
Rather than beating yourself up there’s no time like the present to kick it into high gear and get ready for that beach weather!
We all know that fad diets promising rapid weight loss have a 95% failure rate so I won’t even endorse that type of a program. It’s not worth it to lose weight for a season just to have it return, or even worse gain more than you lost!
Below are some tips my clients have used successfully that you can use for the next 30 days to help you lose weight for summer.
There’s some bonus tips at the end to help you look your best when you don’t have much time to peel off the pounds. So you want to read the entire article.
1) Exercise almost every day! If your schedule permits do one workout six days per week. Try an interval workout 2-3 times per week and alternate with more moderate activity on the rest of the days.
Choose a fun activity on your off day like a moderate hike, swim, taking your kids or dog to the park, or a stretch and release workout.
2) Eat in! Cook at home for the next 30 days and bring your lunch. Use light recipes from sources like EatingWell, Cooking Light, and Health magazine.
3) Avoid liquid calories for the next 30 days! Try substituting alcohol, sodas, and other higher calorie drinks with water. Try adding lemon or cucumber for some variation.
Sounds extreme? Cut down to half or even a quarter of what you usually drink. You can always go back to your normal consumption if you want to.
4) Cut back on dessert! Desserts are usually loaded with calories. If you have a sweet tooth try substituting with fruit or one piece of dark chocolate.
5) Wear the right clothes! If you do not have a flattering summer wardrobe then go get one. Buy a few pieces that look great on you and get a swim suit/trunks that you feel good in.
Go on line and research the best fit for your body type and the stores in your price range.
Get a really nice cover up for any areas you may be self conscious about. This will allow you to feel less stressed and enjoy yourself.
6) Copy the movie stars! If you are fair, consider a self-tanner or a professional spray tan before you hit the beach. Tan skin shows off muscle tone creating a leaner appearance and can conceal cellulite as well!
Try this for the next 30 days and I know you will be pleasantly surprised.
Can’t even fathom doing all of the above? Pick the things you can implement and avoid overwhelming yourself.
Sustainable weight loss without dieting is a journey and does not happen overnight. Give yourself credit for any progress you make before summer starts.
Above all, enjoy yourself this summer. Never let the media tell you if you should be wearing a bathing suit or not. Refuse to buy into that nonsense!
Please let me know if this has helped you in any way or if you have any questions on how to get swim suit ready!
Blessings to you and yours!
Jennifer