How to Lose Weight Before School

Losing a few pounds before you head back to school is a sure way to turn heads. If you want to ensure that your weight loss is noticeable, prepare to work hard. A layout of how you will lose the weight is crucial. A clear layout will give you structure and specific goals to attain. Losing weight is not simply dieting. People diet every day without losing a pound. Losing the weight before school mandates planning, consistency and diligence. Weight loss is like any other task. You have to approach it with the right attitude.

Instructions

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  Devise a list that includes a workout regimen, a meal plan and rest periods. Include alternatives you will consider in case your means to weight loss fails. Choose a variety of exercises.

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  Pick about three aerobic exercises, like running, dancing and walking. Run or walk at least three times a week between 45 and 60 minutes. Run at a park or around your neighborhood. Go to gym and use the treadmill if you prefer working out inside.

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  Select anaerobic exercises, like yoga and weightlifting, that build muscle and replace fat. Use dumbbells that weigh less than 30 pounds to tone, as your goal is to lose weight. Perform at least three sets of ten reps of curls with 25-pound dumbbells. Do arm flies with three sets of ten reps of 25 pound reps. Vary depending on your body weight.

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  Find a local weight-loss support group or program that offers health-conscious information and support. If one doesn't already exist, you can start your own weight-loss support group among friends and family. Ask friends to join you on your mission. Learn about proper nutrition and healthy eating habits through books, magazines and doctors.

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  Develop a healthy eating style. Focus on foods low in fat and high in protein. Eat more fruits and vegetables like apples, oranges, broccoli, bananas and green beans. Buy lean meats like steak. Choose two-percent milk instead of whole milk. Consult a doctor about your daily calorie intake and healthy food choices. Write everything down that you eat.

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  Plan meals ahead of time so that you know how many calories your eating. Keep track of your meals so that you adhere to your diet change. Keep a food log on your refrigerator that will serve as a reminder of what you are supposed to be eating.