How to Lose 20 to 30 Pounds Easily

The theory to losing weight is simple. You must burn more calories than your body takes in every day. The challenge is knowing how many calories you are taking in versus how many calories you are burning on a daily basis. If you want to lose 20 to 30 lbs. easily you will have to focus on regular exercise and healthy eating habits. Consult your family doctor before you start any diet or exercise program.

Instructions

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  Walk regularly. If you haven't been active for some time, it's easier to get into a walking routine then jumping headfirst into running. Start slow, but increase the distance and pace you're walking each day. Ideally you should walk between 30 to 45 minutes at least three times a week.

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  Eat smaller portions more often. Avoid eating three big meals a day, instead eat five to seven times a day, but consume smaller and healthier portions. This will increase your metabolic rate and your body will burn the calories you are digesting quicker. Determining an appropriate portion size can be challenging. A good rule of thumb is to use a portion that is equal to the palm of your hand.

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  Avoid packaged meals. Processed food contains a high amount of salt and is less healthy for you then food you prepare yourself. Find a few meals that are easy to make and you enjoy. As you become more familiar with this approach, try new foods. Salmon is a fish that can be prepared a number of different ways from grilling to baking to cooking on a cedar shingle. Add fresh vegetables or a crisp salad to this and you have a healthy meal. For breakfast prepare an egg white omelette and accompany it with fresh fruit.

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  Build muscles. Use weights to tone and strengthen your muscles. While muscles weigh more than fat, a trim body burns calories at a higher rate than non-trim bodies. The trimmer you become, the more calories your body naturally burns. When your using weights you will want to have high protein meals to repair your muscles after a workout. Grilled chicken breast and grilled lean steak are good examples of high protein choices. Pair both of them with a baked potato and vegetables for a healthy meal choice.

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  Monitor your process and celebrate your success. Keep a chart to see how you are doing. And treat yourself to a small reward when you hit certain weight loss targets.