Instructions for Losing Weight Fast

Sometimes you want to lose those extra pounds quickly because of an upcoming occasion, such as a high school reunion or a wedding. Whatever your reason for wanting to lose weight fast, the hard truth is that the only safe way to shed those pounds is through proper diet and exercise.

Instructions

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  Reduce your calorie intake to 1,050 to 1,200 calories a day. On this plan, you may lose up to 3 to 5 pounds a week. Fill your diet with fruits, vegetables, soy products, egg whites, fish and lean meat. Avoid eating too much starch, added sugars, animal fat and dairy products, according to WebMD.

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  Exercise at a moderate pace for at least one hour a day. Cardio burns the most calories, but it's also important to include strength training in your workout regimen a few hours a week. If you're unable to do cardio, try to walk at least 15,000 steps a day, recommends WebMD. Taking the stairs instead of the elevator and cleaning your house may also burn extra calories throughout the day.

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  Reject fad diets. Stay away from any diet plans that promote pills, laxatives, fasting or potions. Cutting calories below 1,050 a day isn't a good idea, because you need to have energy to exercise properly.