Whether you've decided to get out of the work force or you're going to reduce the amount of time you spend at work, now, more than ever, is the time that you put more emphasis on your health. Fighting obesity and the many health problems it brings is a matter of priority and discipline, following the tips below may well lead you to the body you've always wanted.
1. Eat breakfast. People wanting to stay slim should never skip breakfast, after hours of sleeping at night; your body is forced to fast until you wake up the next morning. Skipping breakfast will eventually make you eat more during the day as you're body will demand the energy it needs for your daily functions.
2. Exercise. It doesn't mean that you need to put on your cross trainers and hit the gym, although, it is an option. But what if you're not the type of person who goes to the gym? A simple brisk walk in the park or a few rounds around the block is enough for you to break a sweat and burn those calories. You may also consider taking dance lessons if you're up to it. Zumba classes are becoming popular if you like dancing; it is a great way to keep healthy and meet fellow baby boomers.
3. Drink water. Some people mistake thirst for hunger, keeping your water bottle full and within reach will ensure that you make no mistake between the two.
4. Eat more frequently. Eating more frequently in smaller portions, instead of eating three big meals a day, eat in-between meals. It doesn't only quash your craving for the heavily salted, oil-drenched alternatives, expecting to eat in-between meals will make you plan what you eat during the day.
5. Stop eating. Your brain will tell you that you are full 15 to 20 minutes after you have been satiated, so before you order that extra helping of desert, wait for some time after a course meal. Doing this will help you avert eating an extra 100 to 300 calories in a meal. It may seem wasteful, but food on your plate does not have to be finished when you are full. Don't overindulge.
6. Plan. When you shop, try to plan your meals beforehand. To save you trips to the market, plan for a week of food and store them properly in the fridge. This may entail buying fruits and vegetables that are just not ready yet until after a few days, this way you won't waste them when they wilt or become overripe. This will also avoid you going for high calorie food when you are craving.
7. Have your cake and eat it too. You can eat something that you are really craving for like ice cream or cake just as long as you cut down on other things in your meal plan, like cutting down on the sugar on your tea or coffee or reducing your serving of pasta. Substitute.
8. Don't diet. Stick to a meal plan that is a good balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat. Most people diet only to figure out later that they've gained it back after a few weeks. This leads to a yoyo effect on their weight.
9. Start your meals with a salad. Salads compose of greens will help you cut back by as much as 12% on your calorie intake. And as greens make you feel full faster, it will help cut down on you overall food intake.
10. Use spices. Spices are filled with enzymes that speed up metabolism. So next time you shop for food, be sure to include peppers and spicy sauces in your grocery list and make them readily available in the kitchen either during cooking or meals.
Whatever your choices may be and whatever weight loss goals you have, a baby boomer does not have to look far for ways to keep slim and healthy.
1. Eat breakfast. People wanting to stay slim should never skip breakfast, after hours of sleeping at night; your body is forced to fast until you wake up the next morning. Skipping breakfast will eventually make you eat more during the day as you're body will demand the energy it needs for your daily functions.
2. Exercise. It doesn't mean that you need to put on your cross trainers and hit the gym, although, it is an option. But what if you're not the type of person who goes to the gym? A simple brisk walk in the park or a few rounds around the block is enough for you to break a sweat and burn those calories. You may also consider taking dance lessons if you're up to it. Zumba classes are becoming popular if you like dancing; it is a great way to keep healthy and meet fellow baby boomers.
3. Drink water. Some people mistake thirst for hunger, keeping your water bottle full and within reach will ensure that you make no mistake between the two.
4. Eat more frequently. Eating more frequently in smaller portions, instead of eating three big meals a day, eat in-between meals. It doesn't only quash your craving for the heavily salted, oil-drenched alternatives, expecting to eat in-between meals will make you plan what you eat during the day.
5. Stop eating. Your brain will tell you that you are full 15 to 20 minutes after you have been satiated, so before you order that extra helping of desert, wait for some time after a course meal. Doing this will help you avert eating an extra 100 to 300 calories in a meal. It may seem wasteful, but food on your plate does not have to be finished when you are full. Don't overindulge.
6. Plan. When you shop, try to plan your meals beforehand. To save you trips to the market, plan for a week of food and store them properly in the fridge. This may entail buying fruits and vegetables that are just not ready yet until after a few days, this way you won't waste them when they wilt or become overripe. This will also avoid you going for high calorie food when you are craving.
7. Have your cake and eat it too. You can eat something that you are really craving for like ice cream or cake just as long as you cut down on other things in your meal plan, like cutting down on the sugar on your tea or coffee or reducing your serving of pasta. Substitute.
8. Don't diet. Stick to a meal plan that is a good balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat. Most people diet only to figure out later that they've gained it back after a few weeks. This leads to a yoyo effect on their weight.
9. Start your meals with a salad. Salads compose of greens will help you cut back by as much as 12% on your calorie intake. And as greens make you feel full faster, it will help cut down on you overall food intake.
10. Use spices. Spices are filled with enzymes that speed up metabolism. So next time you shop for food, be sure to include peppers and spicy sauces in your grocery list and make them readily available in the kitchen either during cooking or meals.
Whatever your choices may be and whatever weight loss goals you have, a baby boomer does not have to look far for ways to keep slim and healthy.
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