thinhip:

when losing weight⤵︎

• recognize it takes time.

it will not happen overnight, do not give up after one week of eating well. you will see slight changes after about 2 to 3 weeks.

• drink water.

you know this– keeps you full, keeps you hydrated, and helps digestion– but it also prevents loose skin from large amounts of weight loss.

• STRENGTH TRAINING.

i cannot stress this enough. this will tone your muscles, keeping them from being used as a source of energy for when youre in a calorie deficit, and will also make your body look less puffy, helping you achieve the body youre working for, sooner. muscle also burns more calories than fat does when youre idle.

• vary your caloric intake.

your body will get used to a certain number of calories a day. eat a bit more a certain day, eat a bit less the next. keep your metabolism on its toes.

• eat ENOUGH.

your body will use the calories for muscle and energy to keep progressing. PLEASE give your body the nutrition it needs to keep going.

• take vitamins- specifically vitamin b12.

vitamin b12 is an extreme metabolism stimulant and helps your body to keep burning calories even when not exercising. it is also important that you take daily multivitamins, especially ones with iron, biotin, and vitamin C.

• sleep 7-9 hours a night.

your body needs the rest to build muscle in its idle hours, and to regain energy from the previous day. sleeping enough also helps mental stability and reduces appetite.

• walk more.

walking is a great stress reliever and burns lots of calories, quickly. it also tones your legs and glutes. aim for 10,000+ steps a day.

• enjoy the ride.

dont make your weight loss journey miserable. find things to celebrate every day and look at the endless progress you’re making– weight related or not. if youre drinking more water than before, thats amazing. if you can walk a bit longer than before, thats amazing. if you dont crave sugar as much as before, thats amazing. celebrate YOU. you are doing this for you, so do your very best to appreciate yourself daily.