What Is a Good Way to Lose Weight Fast?

It is possible to lose weight relatively quickly, but it should be done safely. Your doctor can tell you just how fast you can safely lose weight. A good rule of thumb is about 1 to 2 lbs. lost per week. The amount of safe weight loss in a week is higher for a very obese person. Still, with a few lifestyle modifications, one can lose weight fast and keep it off.

Drink Water

• Swap out sugary drinks for water. This can help you lose weight fast by dropping hundreds of daily calories in the form of liquid.

Daily Cardiovascular Exercise

• Do up to one hour of cardiovascular exercise each day. Start with just 10 or 15 minutes each day and work your way up if your body isn't used to exercise.

Lift Weights

• Lifting weights speeds up metabolism during exercise and for hours afterward, which will give you the calorie-burning boost needed to lose weight quickly.

Keep a Food Log

• Writing down what you eat each day makes you pay closer attention to what you eat, which will help you eat what you know is good for you.

Motivation

• Identify your top reason for losing weight fast and remind yourself of this reason daily as a way to stay motivated.