how to loss wieght I have a thing for weight loss. It’s weird, but there are times when the thought of dieting comes into my mind. I’ve tried every fad diet and low-carb, high-protein diet imaginable. But nothing stuck. For me, it was not until February when I started running on a full-time basis. When I first began running at full time, I had an idea that I should try to lose some amount of weight, and then keep doing so. And now I have two years to go in this direction of trying to get off the scale. So if you’re thinking about looking into dieting or losing weight, here is how I lost weight and kept running. Here’s what happened: It was January 1, 2020. Two weeks ago I had quit drinking alcohol, which seemed to be a good start. After about three months of me being sober, I began training again and felt like I needed more motivation to do so. I decided to run a half-hour before class every day. This wasn’t an easy feat at first because I didn’t feel like it. The best part of this workout was the fact I had the perfect excuse. I knew it would be around nine pm and for most people I would not be leaving the house for classes, and that meant I could run through any last minute rush. My kids were also out at school and we didn’t want them to see us fail at anything. But that made running the easy thing. After about the third week I ran only one hour before my son went to bed. During those few minutes, I didn’t burn a lot of calories, and although I still ate every meal I had throughout the day, the extra calories burned because I had more energy from that workout. Because of this, I don’t think I would have ever managed to drop half a pound without having been running. So if you wanted to try something different, my suggestion is to find a place near your workstation where you can walk on the treadmill for at least fifteen minutes. Then stick to that schedule every day. If you can’t get enough motivation, it might be worth working out in the evenings instead of going at all. Keep in mind that your running schedule will also change over time. You may become a new runner who runs four hours at the gym each night or a regular jogger who walks three miles in an hour. Don’t stress too much about the numbers, you don’t need them anyway. Think long term and enjoy running again. If you want to find something that works for you, check these awesome apps! 1) Burn: One app I suggest is Burning. Weight Watchers (Ww) and their products are super powerful and help you shed pounds so quickly that it almost feels as though they just washed away all your weight. They provide free weights, and even better, you can split a workout up into a couple of portions. Before jumping into this one, I found burning a great resource for finding a workout, and for keeping track of your workouts along the way. 2) Trim & Fit: There is another great app called Trim & Fit. When starting with fitness, it’s important to make sure that you are eating healthy meals and healthy fats. With trim and fit, you can view all of your foods and make sure they count towards your daily targets. Now you don’t necessarily have to eat everything in front of you in order to maintain your weight. In fact, you can share all of your favorite foods. The main benefit of this experience though is that it teaches you how to cut down on sugars because sugar spikes when you eat a bunch of junk. By cutting back on sugary snacks you prevent your body from absorbing that extra energy that doesn’t belong to your cells. 3) Real Food Tracker: What is “real” food? Well, according to WW, real food is that food that is mostly plant protein, fruits, vegetables and legumes. It’s no exaggeration to say that I am usually pretty restrictive about what I put down in my fridge. I tend to eat canned goods and frozen foods, because well, I don’t have time for cooking so I eat whatever I can find. But not so strict at home is when I go to cook for myself. I tend to cook healthier recipes in advance and stick to it throughout the week. Of course, this doesn’t mean I eat that every meal of the day. Instead, you can choose to eat smaller portions and try to maintain your weight. An interesting feature of trims and fits though is that it teaches you new ways to prepare food. 4) Meal Replacement App: Another very popular app called Themealreplacementapp is designed specifically for individuals who want to lose weight and not just slim down on their waistlines. You can download the app and use the meal replacement plan to replace your meals, so that you aren’t tempted by processed foods. The meal replacement app is currently available for iOS and Android devices. It is recommended to everyone who wants to learn how to lose weight and control their portion sizes. 5) Find Time to Workout: Finally, I am talking about exercise. Fitness routines, especially those centered around running, are quite hard to resist. So I highly recommend checking out programs like Runkeeper, Personal Training Center, Peloton, Crossfit, Ironman. Their goal is to show regular fitness participants how you can run and stay active while maintaining or fighting off unwanted belly fat. I hope this has helped you find a program that makes sense for your lifestyle. Here’s how to lose weight and stay active: Start slowly: Start small in the beginning. Stay motivated and dedicated. Remember, it may take several weeks to achieve your goals. Don’t push yourself beyond your limits. Eat fewer than 2 portions of food per meal. Try to limit caffeine intake and stop drinking to two cups of coffee per week. Do moderate cardio workouts every day. Avoid red meat, as it causes insulin spikes and increases appetite. Eat less and more foods in moderation: While you should avoid fast food, eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. As opposed to putting a lot of extra calories in your mouth each day, choose low or non-fat options. Healthy fats such as olive oil, avocado and other healthy oils. Add healthy fats like fish oil, peanuts, olives, and walnuts as well as nuts and peanut butter. Make sure that you also keep a tab on trans fats, cholesterol and saturated fats. Choose whole grain breads, rice, pasta, crackers and crackling chips. Also, choose oatmeal for breakfast and a slice of cheese or ham and a salad. Do physical activity: Exercise is the most effective way to burn fat, improve heart rates, strengthen bones, increase energy levels and improve muscle mass. Maintain a realistic caloric deficit: Your eating habits shouldn’t be too drastic. Stick to one cup and below for at least five days. Consume at least 20 percent less than your body uses. Use a sports drink or water instead of caffeinated beverages. Enjoy low-calorie sweetened drinks for dessert. Eat often, avoid fast food and salads: Both of these may cause overindulging and can lead to overeating. Eating regularly allows your body to make sure that you don’t get overly hungry. Most people who eat frequently tend to end up feeling fuller longer after they have eaten. On top of this, the frequent consumption leads to overeating because your stomach has become used to your usual regular pattern. A good strategy is to consume healthy and nutritious foods right after your exercise session is finished. Don’t wait for several hours after your workout session, to finish your meal. Eat at designated meals: Most people tend to overindulge at their scheduled food intake. If you aren’t consistent about following this, your metabolism will slow down. Take advantage of this by choosing healthy meals in the morning or the evening and skip your meals throughout the week. Some of my favorite meals at this point include: salmon, eggs, Greek yogurt and cereal. Skip meals frequently: These are the easiest weeks to maintain healthy habits. Skip meals during your weekly sprint race or hiking trek, in order to keep your metabolism running and your digestive system churning. Having frequent meals helps your brain function to deliver nutrients into the bloodstream. If you skip meals for too long and your digestion slows down, then you will lose weight and the muscle health. Don’t give in to boredom: Have little bite sized meals that stimulate your taste buds! Picky eats are boring. However, you can create healthy alternative to what you don’t eat. Put together healthy meals: Cook eggs, serve them with a fruit jam and sprinkle some cinnamon at the bottom. Scrub your hands and knead in a bowl of honey and wash your face. Combine milk and spices and allow for 30-45 minutes. Serve warm, buttered potatoes and pour salt on top. Wrap the rest of the ingredients and pack them into envelopes, put under the mattress and sleep. Feel good about yourself! Don’t miss social events, even if you haven’t planned your vacation: Socializing is the most beneficial way to stay focused while increasing your chances of achieving your results. Join groups or meetups: Taking part in group meetings requires commitment from yourself and other members of the same interest. Meetings can be a great source of support and encouragement to overcome bad eating habits. Create a list in your phone. Plan to attend social events regularly for life. Don’t expect anything! Be mindful of how you feel, and why. Give yourself