To lose ten pounds, you’ll want to change both what’s in your pantry and how you spend your free time.
20. Say hello to soup
A weight loss meal plan doesn’t have to be filled with salads. Soups are a great low-cal way to fill up and get in a healthy serving of veggies. Skip the canned stuff, which is high in sodium, and make your own instead. Our catalog of Healthy Soup Recipes are a great place to start.
21. Incorporate circuits
Circuit training is one of the best ways to target multiple muscle groups in a short amount of time. Exert one muscle group, then rest it while you work on the next. Start with our 9 Circuit Training Workouts for Beginners.
22. Blast belly fat
While you can’t target just one area of your body for weight loss, you can make sure those rock-hard abs are ready for when the excess weight comes off. Blast away belly fat by doing our 10-Minute Belly Fat Burning Workout.
23. Get motivated
Motivate yourself by setting mini-milestones, for example the first five pounds or being able to button your too-small jeans. Celebrate and give yourself a pat on the back each time you reach one. Check out these 20 Motivational Quotes for Everyday Success.
24. Talk it out
Tell others about your weight loss goal. It’ll help you hold yourself accountable when you’ve got someone asking for updates.
25. Find fast fitness friends
Having a solid support network is one of the keys to weight loss success. Tackle one of our Fitness Challenges, share your experiences and read what others have to say in the comments section. You can also join an online forum or community group dedicated to healthy weight loss.
26. Skip foods that bloat
Some foods, healthy or not, are rough on your stomach and leave you feeling bloated. Cabbage and dairy milk are two of the worst offenders. Instead, try our 25 Flat Belly Snacks guaranteed to leave your midsection looking and feeling slim.
27. Don’t ignore muscle groups
For maximum calorie burn, it’s important to work all of your muscle groups. For example, don’t let your back or lower body take a backseat to your arms and abs.
28. Get planking
Planks are one of the most effective ways to trim your midsection, hitting your abdominals and obliques. Learn the different plank variations in our Plank Your Way to Fit series.
29. Grab a buddy
When someone is counting on you to make it to a workout, you’re less likely to bail. Enlist a friend or family member to be your fitness buddy and set a weekly workout date.
