1. Be Mentally Prepared: Reflect on your habits, stress triggers, and past challenges. Seek support from friends or professionals if needed.
2. Find Your Motivation: Identify why you want to lose weight and stay committed. Track progress through journaling or apps.
3. Set Realistic Goals: Aim to lose 1-2 pounds per week by creating a calorie deficit. Focus on action goals (e.g., "Walk for 30 minutes daily") rather than just outcome goals ("Lose 10 pounds").
4. Eat Nutrient-Dense Foods:
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- Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and plant-based foods.
- Limit added sugars, refined carbs, and processed foods.
- Incorporate healthy fats like olive oil, avocados, and nuts in moderation.
- Choose low-fat dairy products.
5. Stay Active:
- Aim for at least 30 minutes of brisk walking or other aerobic exercises most days of the week.
- Incorporate strength training (e.g., weight lifting, push-ups) twice a week.
- Find ways to move more throughout the day: take stairs, walk while watching TV, etc.
6. Embrace Long-Term Change: Focus on sustainable habits rather than short-term fixes. Expect setbacks but stay committed to your overall goals.
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