Sunday, February 1, 2009

Feel Great Now! 7 Tips to Melt Holiday Fat Before Valentine's Day

By Dorthy Weatherbush

New Year, New You! No worries if you've had one too many plates this holiday season; here are 7 awesome tips that will certainly get rid of those unwanted holiday pounds, and lucky for you, just in time for Valentine's Day. Following these 7 easy steps will get you 7 steps closer to a better you. We know you're probably thinking, "All I need is 7 steps;" but these 7 small steps can make a major impact. So stop looking for that one quick-fix weight loss secret. Sometimes it's the small things that make the difference. These 7 simple tips together can make that difference.

1. Drink more water. Did you know that our bodies hold over 70% of water? Your body knows when it's not getting enough water, and it will try and preserve as much of it as possible. The best way to get rid of that extra water is to drink more.

2. Learn to laugh out loud. As we gain extra pounds, we lose our sense of humor and get fed up easily. Several studies suggest that people who laugh, lose weight more easily than those who don't.

3. Don't work out solo. Many studies show that you will more than likely follow through with your work out goals, if you have someone else working out with you. Be sure to find a friend, or someone who is serious about following the workout plan and reaching goals for weight-loss.

4. Consider trying a diet program. Trends indicate that individuals are not only purchasing diet plans like Medifast.com for themselves, but more and more couples are joining one another on a quest to loose weight. These programs provide foods are nutritionally balanced, clinically proven, and delivered to your door.

5. SEX, SEX, SEX. Should I elaborate? Girls, if you want to include your man in on your workout plan, you definitely have to try this technique.

6. Visit the shopping mall. Walking has proven to be the easiest, most affordable and convenient form of exercise for all ages. But why walk in the heat or the cold. Take a day trip to your nearest shopping mall and stroll through all the stores you've avoided while in a holiday rush.

7. Don't quit until you win. There is only one way to eat an elephant and that is one bite at a time. Take these small steps toward a new and improved you for the New Year. - 15266

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