Weight Loss For beginners- 7 tricks
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Image Credit: iStock Steps like meal prepping, making nutritious choices and trying to achieve a calorie deficit are effective ways for beginners to lose weight.
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Image Credit: Pexels Nutritionist Rachel Paul took to Instagram to share a few tricks that can ease weight loss for those who are just starting with their fitness journey.
meal prepping
Image Credit: Getty Don't be too ambitious by planning for two weeks or more. Plan just for one week or a day in advance to balance your nutrition and calorie intake.
focus on protein/fat
Image Credit: iStock Include these in your snacks and breakfast. Proteins are the building blocks of the body; fats fill you up and make you feel energised.
Half plate- Veggies
Image Credit: Pexels For lunch and dinner, fill half of your plate with veggies. It will add more volume to your meals, making them more filling.
satisfying carbs
Image Credit: Pexels Choose your carbs wisely- they are the main source of energy. Lentils, legumes, brown rice, quinoa and oats are healthy sources.
small calorie deficit
Image Credit: iStock Create only a small calorie deficit and do not be too ambitious in the beginning. Calorie deficits always work for weight loss.
hunger/fullness cues
Video Credit: Getty Take note of the times when you feel most hungry. Stock up on the foods which satisfy you at those times, recommends Paul.
process emotions
Video Credit: Getty Process your emotions anywhere but food. Go for a walk. Take up cycling, swimming, jogging, yoga or running. Or, simply meet a friend.
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