How to Lose Weight After 35

Many people find losing weight after the age of 35 more challenging than when they were younger. As you age, your body changes, and these changes, combined with lifestyle changes can cause you to have difficulty losing and maintaining weight. Your aging body experiences a change in hormones and a slower metabolic rate which can lead to weight gain. Your lifestyle may slow down as well, you may engage less in physical activities, and you may spend more time eating out or relaxing. Making a few adjustments to your eating and exercise habits can help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight after 35.

Instructions

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  Engage in 30 minutes of exercise daily. Moderate physical activity burns calories, builds muscle and increases your metabolic rate.

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  Add strength training to your exercise routine. Adding 40 to 60 minutes of strength training a week adds muscle and speeds up your metabolism.

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  Eat a low-fat and high fiber diet. Diets low in fat and high in fiber keep you feeling full while cutting out unnecessary calories.

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  Increase your metabolic rate by feeding your body six small meals a day. These meals should include protein, whole grains and fats.

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  Count calories. Consult your doctor or dietitian to find out how many calories you should be getting each day. Too many calories lead to weight gain, and too few can slow down your metabolism. The general range for calorie intake is 1,200-1,500 a day.