Ignoring nutrition

Exercise and nutrition both a play a role in improving fitness. The best exercise program won’t get you results if you ignore the fuel you put in your body. Not only will excess calories prevent you from losing weight, but an eating plan that lacks lean protein, vitamins, and minerals can make it more difficult to gain muscle and recover after tough workouts. Also, filling up on foods that are high in refined carbohydrates can leave you feeling sluggish and hungry with little energy to exercise. Make your diet as much of a priority as your exercise, and choose a balanced eating plan that matches your fitness goals.

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A personal trainer is a certified fitness expert that can help you tailor your exercise to meet your fitness goals. While having a trainer is not a requirement to start exercising, a trained professional can help you exercise more safely and efficiently. If you’ve been on the fence about whether to seek out the help of a trainer, here are five ways you can benefit from this relationship.

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Understanding what causes hunger, how to stay full longer, and how to reduce cravings are important steps for weight loss. It allows you to make the changes necessary to take control of hunger before it takes control of you.

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Body weight is an important health indicator, but it is also one of the most complex. Weight fluctuates and often depends on exercise and food intake. A good weigh-in can fill you with motivation, but one that shows a slight gain could also ruin your day. It’s important not to become obsessed with the numbers on the scale.

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Restaurants have come a long way in offering healthier options, but dining out when you are trying to lose weight can still be challenging. Sometimes the problem isn't a lack of healthy options but the temptation to stray from your plan due to the environment and your peers.

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We all have days when we feel our willpower is not enough to resist food cravings. Don’t beat yourself up about it. Instead, make a plan for how you will handle these days. Small, but conscious changes in your daily habits will renew your strength and help you reduce the temptation to eat unhealthy foods.

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A healthy lifestyle is a long-term commitment and once you reach your weight loss goal, your good habits must continue. Stick with your nutritious eating and activity, and take note of these tips to keep the weight off for good.

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The Paleo diet refers to an eating plan that mimics what was likely eaten during the Paleolithic era, when our ancestors were hunters and gatherers.

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Your goals are typically your number one priority when you set out to adopt healthier habits. As time goes on, without constant reminders, you may lose sight of why you started. To stay motivated and persevere, it's important to stay focused on your fitness goals.

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While it may be tempting to drastically reduce your calorie intake in order to quickly lose weight, research has shown time and time again that this is not an effective approach to long-term weight loss.

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