To lose ten pounds, you’ll want to change both what’s in your pantry and how you spend your free time.
30. Commit to a fitness challenge
Fitness challenges are a great way to push yourself to new limits and see results in a short window of time. Try our 30-Day Summer Body Workout Calendar and challenge yourself to participate all 30 days.
31. Cut out simple carbs
Reducing your carbohydrate intake is a surefire way to drop a few pounds fast. But don’t go cold turkey—your body needs a healthy amount of carbs for energy. Cut out the worst carb offenders: white bread, white pasta and pastries, to name a few. Try our 7-Day Low-Carb Menu Plan.
32. Dance it off
Dancing the night away is a fun and effective way to break a sweat without feeling like you’re working out. Grab some girlfriends and hit the dance floor, or try a Zumba class. Dance your tush off from the comfort of your living room with this Fun Zumba Workout.
33. Get it done early
Commit to getting your exercise in first thing in the morning, even if it means waking up an extra 30 minutes to an hour early. You’ll be much less likely to skip working out if you get it out of the way than if you wait until the evening. Try our 7-Day Morning Workout Challenge to get into the habit.
34. Cut out sweets
Sweet treats will kill your weight loss goals faster than you can say ‘sugar rush.’ To get to the number you want to see on the scale, nix candies and baked goods and make sweets a once-in-a-while treat. This 7-Day Sugar Detox can get you started.
35. Ditch dining out
It’s a fact that people who eat at home lose weight more quickly than those who eat out multiple times a week. Commit to cooking at home for most meals, and stick to healthy options when you do eat out. Our wide selection of menus and shopping lists will make meal planning a breeze.
36. Change your grocery store roadmap
You’ve probably heard you should “shop the perimeter” for the healthiest food options, but take it one step further and don’t even venture down the aisles that contain unhealthy, packaged foods. Alter your route so you don’t go past the bakery and other areas of temptation. Learn more about How to Make a Successful Grocery Shopping Trip.
37. Sniff some peppermint
It may sound strange, but studies have shown a few whiffs of peppermint can help ward off hunger. Add an essential oil diffuser or a peppermint candle to your workspace. Our Holiday Peppermint Fudge and Skinny Mint Cookies will bring both aroma and flavor to your kitchen.
38. See red
A few years back, a widely publicized study found that people who ate off red plates consumed less than any other colored dishware. The theory is that colored dishes that clash with food, like red or blue instead of white, make the meal less appealing. Check out catalog of other Weight Loss Tips.
39. Take up a new hobby
Get active! There are many fun activities that will get you moving more, like kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, bowling and adult sports leagues like softball and kickball.
40. Crank down the thermostat
Studies have shown that people who sleep in cold rooms lose more weight than those who doze at warmer temperatures.
41. Kick bad habits
Now’s the time to get healthy—in all areas of your life. Kick unhealthy habits like smoking and sleeping in late. Though it may be stressful to stay on track at first, the result will be a healthier, more energized you.
