Lose Weight This Summer

By Gianna Feglia

We have all been there, trying crazy ways to lose weight faster. I hate to be the one to break it to you, but that will never work. As many articles and books claim they can help you lose weight, in under a month or maybe even a week. I can assure you that will never happen and can even lead to health issues or eating disorders. In my article, you will find healthy ways to lose weight sufficiently. 

1. Work Out Efficiently 

Working out AT LEAST three times a week is a great way to lose weight, and just to stay healthy overall. Working out promotes a healthy mindset and gives many motivation on their weightloss journey. Anywhere between 15 to 30 minutes a day is recommended for just starting out. 

2. Eat In A Calorie Deficit 

“A calorie deficit occurs when the number of calories a person consumes in a day is smaller than the number of calories they burn. The body needs to burn a certain number of calories to perform all its functions each day.” Calorie deficits are extremely effective and healthy for a person to do. Eating in one will promise results. 

3. Cut Out Sugary Drinks

Once I made this cutoff I never wanted to go back. I understand this is a lot to ask for and it’s completely normal to have a soda or juice box once in a while. Sugary drinks caused many problems for me personally. These drinks caused more bloating and even acne. When I switched to just water I noticed an insane amount of difference. I’m not saying to cut it off completely because that is not possible, just monitor yourself and have self control. 

4. Cut Out Processed Foods

Processed foods are usually high in added sugars, added fats and calories. They are  specifically designed to cause binge eating. Making it so you have self control and allowing cheat days for processed foods is a great thing to do. 

5. Stop Letting The Scale Discourage You

The scale is always wrong. Some days you drop extra low, some days you weigh extra

high. Once you start working out, you will gain muscle which will make the scale

number go up. Do not be alarmed by this, this is actually a great thing! The best thing is

to stay strong and remember this will be a journey. 

6. Eat More Fruits and Vegetables

Although fruits have lots of sugar, they make such great snack replacements. This sugar is natural so please do not get discouraged. Vegetables are almost always low in calories