Maybe you’ve set some goals. Maybe it’s been a while since you exercised, and your nutrition is sub-par at best. Maybe you want to make some changes, you need to take control of your health, but you just don’t know how to get started.
There’s no shortage of information out there to “help,” but it feels impossible to decipher between what is actually effective and necessary and what is a waste of time. I get it and I agree. There’s TOO much info out there with too many details (and here I am adding to it….) so I’ll keep this as simple as possible.
These should be your FIRST 3 steps to better health and weight loss:
- H20, Agua, Water – DRINK IT! This is honestly Step 1, the easiest and most beneficial change you can make to improve your health. Drink ALLLLLL the water. Drink it when you wake up, drink it with your meals, drink it before you drink the alcohol, drink it until your pee is crystal clear. If you want numbers, aim for at least 80oz EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. The benefits of water intake are countless and you will never do damage by drinking “too much” of it.
- Lift the weights! Resistance training is absolutely essential for long term weight loss, better hormone response, burning fat, stronger bones, and (duh) a super toned bod. I can’t tell you how many of my clients came to their first session boasting of how much cardio they do, and couldn’t understand why the weight is not falling off of them. Truth is, weight training actually burns MORE calories than cardio. It’s more effective, more efficient, and (in my opinion) more fun! The benefits of resistance training might surprise your, so check out this list for some more specific info. I’m not saying cardio is bad, and if you like doing it then of course, do it! Just don’t skip the weights.
- Think before you eat (and after)! Mindfulness is the name of the game. Pay attention to the nutritional value of your food, not just the taste. Think about how you will feel after eating your meals. Will pancakes taste delicious? Sure – but will they feel good in your gut? Maybe not as good as a tasty omelet would. Before looking at calories or macros or anything else, just think about how certain foods make you feel, physically and emotionally. Learn to recognize fullness and hunger vs. tiredness. Here are some tips to get started with mindful eating.
Start with these 3 things, and I can 99% guarantee you will at least feel better within a couple of weeks. They are simple, they are proven, they will give you the momentum you need to push towards your goals.
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