9. Get solid sleep.
Most individuals don’t associate good sleep with losing weight, but it’s a biggie. “Getting enough sleep is important as lack of sleep disrupts hormones by increasing hunger and appetite leading to overeating,” Young points out. “Higher levels of ghrelin stimulate hunger, increasing cravings and hindering weight loss goals. A lack of sleep elevates stress levels which negatively affects mood and can lead to emotional eating, especially foods high in sugar and unhealthy fats.”
10. Pursue active outdoor activities.
Not only are outdoor activities so much fun and give you a healthy dose of fresh air, but they are amazing calorie burners. Don’t stress if you can’t do these every single day, but try to plan them during your time off when the weather’s nice.
Ronny Garcia, CPT, Blink Fitness, suggests, “Outdoor activities [such as] hiking, biking, or swimming are great ways to change up your workout while still maintaining a challenging exercise routine.”