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There is no dearth of advice and
information available as far as weight loss is concerned but following
the right advice is what is important. Weight loss is a process and that
too a gradual one assuming one is aiming for a permanent weight loss.
The first step to lose weight is developing the right attitude and
having patience.
Once you have developed this, you need to execute your plan. Your plan
should typically consist of making some alterations to your lifestyle.
Exercising and dieting are two major factors responsible for weight
loss. It is a combination of these two factors that work together to
help you lose weight.
Jogging, running and brisk walking are considered to be the best form of
exercise for weight loss. A 5 kilometer brisk walk makes you lose almost
300 calories. Walking or running not only helps to burn stored fat but
also burns a large amount of calories.
Apart from walking, swimming and bicycling are also excellent forms of
exercise that helps in weight loss. In fact, any form of sports that
involves physical movements helps in weight loss.
To remain fit, many people join a gym. In a typical gym, you are doing
weight training and cardio exercises which help you with an overall
weight loss. Gymming is one of the most effective ways to lose weight.
Besides, practicing Yoga which is also a great form of exercise involves
breathing, asanas (postures) and different poses which
helps you to lose weight effectively.
Here are a couple of simple exercises that can be tried at home for
losing weight:
Warm up. Squats: Stand straight and spread your legs at shoulder width.
Now squat down 10-20 times breathing in while going down and out while
coming up. Repeat this again. After enough practice, you can do two to
three sets of 20 squats each.
Pushups: Facing the ground with hands and legs on the floor and 70 % of
your body weight on your arms, go down and breathe in. Now with the help
of your hands, slowly come up and breathe out while doing so. Do 2 or 3
sets of 20 pushups. This will build your arm strength and also help you
to lose weight especially around your arms.
Simply climb the stairs up and down continuously for at least 50 counts.
Repeat this two to three times.
Alternatively you can try crunches, jumps and other stretches at home to
lose weight. However, it is advisable that you have an instructor with
you.
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