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Look & Be Fit for Spring Break
Posted on Feb 3, 2011 by The Woodlands of Tuscaloosa
As spring break approaches, everyone wants to look their best to avoid the constant cover-up. Let’s face it, dieting is hard. So how can you prepare for a season of Tuscaloosa apartment pool parties and adventures to the shore?
Set a Goal:
Whether a concrete number or a chance to fit back in your favorite jeans, choose something that is attainable. By choosing something too extreme, you’ll find yourself becoming quickly discouraged and not seeing the goal through.
Make your goal visible so you feel accountable for it. Place sticky notes around the house, hang your swim suit on the back of your door, or hang up a picture on the mirror for inspiration.
TEAM = Together Everyone Achieves More:
More chances than not, your friends have had the idea of working out and/or eating healthier too. Find a couple of friends who you know will be willing to commit to staying fit, but need the support of a group to avoid those tempting situations.
Instead of heading to the grocery store alone, grab your friends and plan out healthy meals for the week. One person bring the grilled chicken, the others the sides. You will be able to refuse the sweets and extra carbs with your friends by your side.
Move Around:
Just like your weekly food choices, set a plan of action for the gym. Starting up at the gym can be difficult so take some time to plan what you enjoy doing and what improvements you’d like to see. Simple things such as walking everyday on the treadmill during your favorite television show will, even show a difference on the scale. If you want to increase your weekly results, add in some weights or add on a few extra minutes to your routine.
Water Water Water:
By simply replacing your favorite soft drink with water, you can cut significant calories and unwanted sugars. Do you tend to have a hard time knowing when you are full? Try drinking water before and during your meal. It will give your body time to digest and realize it’s full. Also by drinking more water, your body will get some extra exercise from making more trips to the restroom.
One in, One Out.
Each week, incorporate a healthy alternative into your diet. ie: green tea in the mornings vs. coffee. You will still be gaining the desired caffeine, but will be consuming more antioxidants that speed up your metabolism and increase digestion.
Don’t forget your Wheaties:
Breakfast gets your fire burning. By skipping breakfast, you are placing your body into metabolic-shock around your 1pm lunch break. Keep the fuel burning by eating smaller meals more often.
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