{"id":4259,"date":"2016-01-02T08:57:58","date_gmt":"2016-01-02T08:57:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.atoatechnologies.in\/slimcouture\/?p=4259"},"modified":"2016-01-02T08:57:58","modified_gmt":"2016-01-02T08:57:58","slug":"16-tips-tricks-to-stay-in-shape-for-2016","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/impossiblemarketing.net\/slim-couture\/16-tips-tricks-to-stay-in-shape-for-2016\/","title":{"rendered":"16 tips & tricks to stay in shape for 2016"},"content":{"rendered":"

Let\u2019s have a show of hands, how many of you have gained more weight than you would\u2019ve liked over the festive period? December is absolutely notorious for celebrations and feasting, which is all fun and games and completely lovely\u2026 until you step on the weighing scale. You look down at the increased figure on the scale in open mouthed horror, and then not too long after, you find yourself writing in your notebook:\u00a0NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS..\u00a01) Lose Weight!!!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sounds familiar? Welcome to being human! Losing weight, keeping in shape and staying trim and healthy are definitely one of the top few in EVERYONE\u2019S New Year resolutions, alongside with being happy, getting rich, and other lifelong goals. Unfortunately, for the vast majority of people, by the time they\u2019re into their second week of January, they\u2019ve forgotten all about how badly they wanted to\u00a0\u201cfinally get in shape this year\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Real life and complacency takes over, busy schedules turn into bad eating habits and unhealthy lifestyles.. the vicious cycle continues. But you know what? That doesn\u2019t have to be YOU this year. 2016 is your year to look and FEEL great about yourself. You can\u2019t be completely happy if you don\u2019t have a body you\u2019re comfortable and satisfied with. As long as you feel insecure or bad about your figure or the way you look, you\u2019re always going to have self esteem issues, no matter how insignificant they may seem on a daily basis because you tell yourself not to be \u201cso superficial\u201d, it will have an inevitable effect on your mental health in the long run. Most people set unrealistic goals for themselves that they don\u2019t end up committing to because of lifestyle or discipline issues, but at Slim Couture, we would like to highlight the fact that a healthy lifestyle begins with small baby steps. You don\u2019t necessarily have to visit the gym 3 times a week to lose weight, after all, haven\u2019t you heard? Abs are made in the kitchen. And changes are made on an everyday basis.<\/p>\n

In order to help you get in the right mindset and track for the coming year, here\u2019s Slim Couture\u2019s 16 tips & tricks to stay in shape for 2016! Some are extremely simple and achievable, while others may seem more difficult to do, but it all relies on one thing \u2013 your own determination. If you adhere to this guideline, we are sure you\u2019ll be enjoying visible results before the half year mark! You know what\u2019s the best part? Not ONE of this includes going to the gym. WOOHOO!<\/p>\n

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So here goes. Are you ready to be shape in 2016?<\/p>\n

1. Cook at home more.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nKill two birds with one stone by cooking at home. It\u2019s wallet-friendly and also healthier because you get to monitor your ingredients and portions. Forget dining in restaurants or cafes, because you\u2019ll tend to over order and over eat. Besides, you don\u2019t know how much oil and preservatives they actually put in your food!<\/p>\n

2. Start cutting fattening foods in your diet one by one and slowly.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nMost people give up on their diets because they\u2019re too hard to stick to. Want to see long term results? Then do something you won\u2019t have to struggle with. Unable to give up carbs completely? Start by eating 3\/4 a bowl of rice instead of your usual 1 bowl everyday, then eventually reduce it to half a bowl, or limit your twice weekly bubble tea indulgence to only once. Small steps eventually lead to big results.<\/p>\n

3. Go window shopping often.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nYou don\u2019t actually have to buy the clothes (unless you really want to). What you should do is just try on different styles of clothing on your body to appreciate it more, and this will help you understand the type of body you have. Look in the mirror. Like what you see? Nothing makes you more sheepishly aware or proud of your body like a tight bodycon dress. You\u2019re going to want to put in effort to look GREAT in GOOD clothes.<\/p>\n

4. Pack meals to places that don\u2019t offer healthy solutions.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nWe know you\u2019re not lying when you say that there are no healthy options sometimes. Perhaps the only food choice that\u2019s convenient for you that day will be full of greasy or carb-laden options. So if you already know that you\u2019re going to be put in that situation, plan your meal ahead, a day before! Prepare a pre-packed meal for yourself to eat without guilt and excuses.<\/p>\n

5. Drink a lot of water.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nWater is great for you, and somehow everyone knows this, yet most people just don\u2019t drink enough. Water keeps you hydrated, your body functioning well and your stomach full for longer.<\/p>\n

6. Do not use social gatherings as an excuse.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nIt is possible to go out in a group for a company dinner, a birthday celebration or a party without stuffing your face. It might be a true test of your will, but it is completely possible. Don\u2019t tell yourself, \u201cJust this once!\u201d because you know it never happens once. Keep disciplined at all times.<\/p>\n

7. Know when to reward yourself.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nDeprivation isn\u2019t the same as dieting. Dieting is keeping your portions and calorie intake in moderation. Deprivation is being irresponsible and ill-informed, such as skipping meals or avoiding carbs completely. A once a week treat to reward yourself for being good also isn\u2019t a bad idea! You deserve it.<\/p>\n

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8. Keep a weighing scale at home.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nThen weigh yourself at least once a week to keep yourself in check. You ought to know if you\u2019re gaining or losing weight. Don\u2019t wait till your jeans don\u2019t fit you right anymore to tell you that you\u2019re piling on the pounds, be in charge of the situation!<\/p>\n

9. Avoid supper like the plague.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nBecause you probably won\u2019t be able to burn off all those calories before you sleep. And when you sleep, all those extra calories get turned into fat. Just, don\u2019t. We know how amazing supper can be, but don\u2019t do something you will regret in the morning.<\/p>\n

10. Encourage the people around you to eat and live healthier, too.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nIf everyone in your office or home is insisting on fried chicken, you\u2019re likely to give in to eating fried chicken as well. But if you\u2019re surrounded health-conscious and like-minded people, you\u2019ll find that the overall attitude towards food choices and lifestyle habits will improve for everyone.<\/p>\n

11. Stay active even if you\u2019re not hitting the gym or doing a work out of some sort.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nYou don\u2019t need to hit the gym so often, but you do have to move your body. Instead of taking the lift up two or three storeys, take the stairs. If you can spare the time, go for a long walk instead of a bus ride. Did you know that even shopping could burn you 75 calories per hour? Get off your butt. Go and live.<\/p>\n

11. Upkeep your household chores.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nLaziness is universal. Encourage yourself to embrace things you don\u2019t usually like doing, such as chores, assignments or exercise. Understand that they are all part of life. Having a conducive and clean environment at home makes for better living. Housework is a physical activity that keeps your body active, and it is 100% productive.<\/p>\n

12. Eat breakfast every morning and light meals inbetween.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nInstead of large meals at long intervals, get your metabolism going as soon as you wake up, and then take small bites or snacks throughout the day to make sure your food is digested in the most efficient manner.<\/p>\n

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13. Find out what healthy foods you like.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nTo think that all diet-friendly foods are not tasty just means you haven\u2019t been eating the right stuff! Healthy food can be absolutely delicious, and you need to figure out what you like. One of my favorite diet food is roasted vegetables. I brush vegetables like pumpkin, broccoli, onions and tomatoes lightly with extra virgin olive oil\u00a0and sprinkle lightly with salt, then leave em in the oven to roast for 40 minutes.<\/p>\n

14. Replace your favorite fattening snacks with a better alternative.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re one of those people who just can\u2019t stop munching on things, then get better alternatives to snack on. Replace your potato chips with roasted nuts, candy with fresh fruits, etc. Nothing makes you fat like junk food does.<\/p>\n

15. Remember not to skip your meals.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nThe longer you\u2019ve gone without food, the more you\u2019d want to binge during the next meal. Even if you don\u2019t think you\u2019re that hungry for breakfast, lunch or dinner, always have something light, like a salad, to avoid binging later on.<\/p>\n

16. Get freaky in the bedroom.\u00a0\u2713<\/strong>
\nWe saved the best for the last. For 18 and above only, please. What better way to be more self-aware of your own body than some sexy time? You\u2019re going to want to look good for yourself and your partner. You\u2019re going to want to be able to get into different positions and you\u2019re going to want to be butt naked and still sexy as hell, instead of worrying about your lumps and bumps. You will want your partner to worship your body. If that\u2019s not motivation, we don\u2019t know what is, really!<\/p>\n

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Go on, go forth;\u00a0let 2016 be YOUR YEAR!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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