Your Summer Weight Loss Program

The importance of getting yourself in shape, as the summer comes, is inevitable. We have to go to the beach, for swimming and what not. All is ruined if we are not in shape to say welcome to summer. Here is a very simple summer weight loss program for making your summer more memorable. Cardio Program The first part as we all know of any good weight loss program is cardio. This is the basic for burning calories, and making you strong enough to participate in all other summer activities. If your aim is to loose weight prepare to work out for 30 minutes daily for 6 days a week. Following are some more tips for the cardio program --Start at a comfortable pace, which is not very tough and suits you more --Select an activity which you really had fun working with like jogging, swimming or aerobics --Divide your workout in small parts if you do not have the time for the long workouts --Go on varying the type, duration and intensity of the selected activity Strength Training The second part is Strength training. It is used to increase the metabolism rate and build lean muscles. This is better to burn the calories with the help of pull-ups, pushups and squats etc. Remember to take one day for the rest between the workouts.

Following are some of the tips for strength training programs Select at least one exercise for each and every body part --If you are a learner start with single set of around 15 rep and slowly go on adding the sets --The weight you are lifting should be sufficient enough to make the last rep hard. --This is better to separately do the cardio workout and the strength training Healthy Eating No doubt the exercising is important but the real weight loss comes in when your diet is altered. First of all make sure to burn more calories than you eat. There are again some simple tips for healthy eating for the summer weight loss program. --Keep a diary to record your food intake. You will be amazed to see how many extra calories you are taking. --Do not skip the meals as this slows down the metabolism process --Drink more tea, and work as this serves as a controller of the appetite --Try to control the portion size by using a small platter or bowl for your every day eating --Eat foods that are high in fiber e.g. pasta, whole grain bread fruits and vegetables Now you can well understand the constituents of summer weight loss program are quiet simple and easy to follow. What you have to do is only put them all together and be consistent with your routines. By Tehmina Mazher

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The 5 Essential Summer Weight Loss Tips

Oh yeah, summer's here and there's no doubt about it. I don't know about you but I feel so much more energized in the summer months then I do in the winter (I guess it's all this sunlight). Never the less, summer-time is a popular month to lose pounds without even trying. Why? Because there are so many things to do and so many fresh, bright and colorful foods to indulge in! Here are 5 Essential Summer Weight Loss Tips that will help you shed the pounds and give you the "WOW!" effect. Stock Up For The Summer Chocolate bars and chips are fine once in a while but they won't give you the nutritional value you need. To really boost your health, make sure you load up on nutrient-dense snacks that you can easily grab and go. A good way of doing this is to prep your snacks in small plastic bags or containers so that you have it when you want them. Here are a couple ideas that will stir up your creativity. • Chunks of fruit and veggies • Trail mix of dry cereal • Nuts, dried fruit, and a few chocolate chips • Whole-wheat crackers with peanut butter • Energy bar cut into bite-sized pieces •

Popcorn or cookies in small portions Munch On This When summer hits, the grocery stores are overflowing with mouth watering greens, fruits and vegetables - which by the way are great for amazing salads. When we think "salads" our automatic thought is leafy green lettuce with tomatoes and the rest of the boring ingredients. But salads don't always have to be like that, you can add, watercress, spinach, mixed greens, grapes, avocados, peaches, asparagus, grape tomatoes, melons, and strawberries for a refreshing change. And if you wanted to add a little protein to your meal try a little grilled chicken, tuna, beans, chickpeas, nuts, or cheese. Mix it up a bit. Use some leftovers from the fridge, it's simple, healthy, and you don't have to plan ahead. Just get your butt to the grocery store! Don't Let The Heat Keep You Down Don't be couch potato this summer. If you want this to be a healthy summer limit your TV and computer time to less than two hours a day. What are you gonna do with the rest of your time? Get outside. Become a healthy role model for your family. Last week I gave you some great outdoor activities to try, you can try those or even learn how to play a new sport. I actually have a good friend whose learning to play golf it's something out of her element but I know she's gonna have fun and learn something new, but on top of all those benefits she's being active which is what we're aiming for. So go out there and try some belly dancing, horse back riding or something different that you wouldn't normally do. Think out side the box! Glug, Glug One of the most important aspects to being healthy and staying active in the summer is hydration. Depending on the temperature, humidity, and the type of activity, you might not realize how much you're sweating. Try to drink about two cups of water two hours before your activity, during your activity drink about 4-6 ounces every 15-20 minutes and replace the lost fluid after your activity as well. Water is the best for most outdoor activities as well as for weight loss. If your exercise lasts more than an hour, either watered down fruit juice or a sport drink will provide carbohydrates for energy plus minerals to replace lost electrolytes that you lose when you sweat. Enjoy a Nap Who doesn't love a midday nap? Rest your back out on a hammock or lawn chair. Research shows that taking a nap may lower your risk of heart disease. Being able to take afternoon naps can help lower your stress levels, which helps you maintain your heart health. There was actually a study in Greece that found that taking naps at least three times a week for at least 30 minutes reduced risk of death from heart disease by one-third. Nighty Night! ***BONUS TIP!*** Become a Morning Exerciser Nobody likes waking up in the morning to exercise...especially in the winter. But the summer is a little different. You get that fresh crisp morning air feeling that you don't get in the winter. The weather is great because it's not too hot and not too cold. The birds are chirping and everything seems to just slow down. Exercising in the morning is a healthy way to lose weight, plus you'll beat the heat. Try to have some self-discipline and treat your morning exercise as an important meeting, I guarantee that once you get started you'll feel 1000 times better. By Marci Lall

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Discover Simple Summer Weight Loss Secrets For a Buff Beach Body

In this article we are going to discuss simple, effective summer weight loss secrets that WILL help you transform your body in record, rapid fire turn around time BEFORE the blister of the season sets in. If you are anything like me, once Memorial day comes and passes it's like a RINGING reminded that beach body season is upon us, and if I don't get my rear end in gear...well, I'll be making excuses while every one else is out having a blast on the sand. Here are a few simple things I do to make sure I look my best in no time flat, once the thermometer starts to rise. Read on..:-) Simple Changes Can Be Powerful I'm a big believer in living life to the fullest, ALL while getting my bod into rock solid shape. So I make MAJOR modifications to my diet, without having to sacrifice on quality foods I enjoy. Let's take a quick look! Snacking Substitutions I love Watermelon.

It's a phenomenal, low calorie, SWEET fruit that is full of healthy anti-oxidants and is very filling. It's more than 50% water which makes it absolutely ideal for keeping your face firm, systems clean and it simply tastes sensational! Bananas Know Best A banana by itself, with a little bit of low fat chocolate, or even FROZEN, with lightly sprinkled no calorie sweetener is an effortless way to keep your calories down while indulging your senses with delectable delights. And...Pick a Path! In Eastern philosophy and spiritual practice there is a well known prayer called the Refuge Vow. It simply means, while I understand there are many roads which will take me to the place I want to go, I pick THIS particular path to get there. And I dedicate myself completely to accomplishing these goals. This is the key to amazing weight loss - is finding the right vehicle for YOU to serve your needs and take you to the Promised Land. And if you are anything like me, the Promised Land this summer season is full of sand, beautiful bodies and a view to die for...and I can't wait to get there! And...Pick a Path! In Eastern philosophy and spiritual practice there is a well known prayer called the Refuge Vow. It simply means, while I understand there are many roads which will take me to the place I want to go, I pick THIS particular path to get there. And I dedicate myself completely to accomplishing these goals. And this IS the key to amazing weight loss - finding the right vehicle for YOU to serve your needs and take you to the Promised Land! And if you are anything like me, the Promised Land this summer season is full of sand, beautiful bodies and a view to die for...and I can't wait to get there! By Tina Bardo

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