Trick question! Weight loss is simple. In fact, you really only need to know 5 things in order to succeed:
1. Know your measurements. By taking your measurements, you set a starting point. You also determine how much weight you should lose and how many calories you burn per day. The measurements you take on MyFitnessTrainer.com will let you know how many pounds of fat and how many pounds of muscle you have. As we compare these numbers week to week, we'll know if you're over eating (which causes fat gain,) under eating (which causes muscle loss and fat gain,) or if your calorie goal is right on track. Your measurements will also track your changing metabolism.
2. Know how to exercise with good form. If you use good form you can avoid injuries and improve your results with each workout. If you know that you are exercising correctly, you'll feel more confident and you can expect more from your workouts. MyFitnessTrainer.com teaches you correct form for hundreds of exercises, as well as general guidelines that you can apply to all fitness activities.
3. Know how to choose healthy foods and stick to your calorie and fiber goals. This sounds tricky, but it quickly becomes a way of life. MyFitnessTrainer.com teaches you how to eat the foods that give you the most bang for your buck. Foods high in fiber and/or protein and low in calories make you feel full without packing on the pounds. They give you energy for more effective workouts and the vitamins and minerals to support your immune system to avoid missed workouts.
4. Know the little things that stoke your fat-burning fire. There are many things that rev up your metabolism every time you do them. If you're aware of them, you can repeat these activities often and burn extra calories all the time. You can read all about these in the Free Fitness Library: water intake, sleep, vitamins and minerals, fidgeting, and overall activity. One fun way to see what improves your metabolism? Get a BodyBugg. It'll show you how many calories you burn at different times all day.
5. Know the right people. Seriously. If you have supportive friends and family, you have a great advantage for weight loss. Figure out which of your friends and family are truly helpful on your weight loss journey, and spend more time with them. While you're at it, be sure to be supportive and helpful to others around you. And check out the Fitness Forum- a great place to meet friends with goals like yours!
So there you have it- weight loss is simple. Just learn these 5 things and you'll be a winner among "weight losers." Remember, MyFitnessTrainer.com automates the process for you, so there is even less to learn. For MyFitnessTrainer.com members, there is only one important thing to know: follow the program exactly. It's that simple.
