How to Lose Weight Without Paying for a Gym Membership

Losing weight is important for many people. However, you may not have the time or the money for a gym membership. Don't worry. There are some simple strategies that can help you shed those extra pounds without ever setting foot in a gym.

Things You'll Need

• Stopwatch
• Notebook and pencil

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Instructions

Steps to Losing Weight

• 1

  Perform cardiovascular exercise at least four days per week. You have to boost your heart rate to burn off excess calories and jump-start your metabolism. Run, bike or swim at a pace as fast as you can handle for 30 to 60 minutes for each exercise session. Use your stopwatch to keep track of the time.

• 2

  Perform strength training. You need to build lean muscle to lose weight and look your best. Lean muscle tissue burns fat and calories far more efficiently than regular body tissue. You don't have to go to the gym to get stronger. Do 3 sets of 15 push-ups every other day throughout the week. Combine this with 3 sets of 20 crunches daily to strengthen your abdominal muscles. Gradually increase these numbers as you become stronger. Keep track of your progress in a notebook so you can set goals for yourself.

• 3

  Go on an aggressive diet. You must consume the right kinds of food to lose weight. Eat hard-boiled eggs and fruit for breakfast. Have a light turkey salad for lunch. Prepare fish and legumes for dinner. Drink plenty of water throughout the day and stave off cravings with snacks like nuts, carrots and low-fat yogurt.