Some people don't need to lose a great deal of weight.
For many, losing just ten or 20 pounds makes a huge difference in terms of how you look, how you feel, and how healthy you are.
If you just need to lose 20 pounds, here are some tips to help you get started.
1.
Don't put off that diet.
One mistake people make is saying 'I'll start working on losing that weight tomorrow.
' Tomorrow never comes.
No matter how much you've had to eat today, start right now, this minute.
2.
Cut out fattening or high calorie foods.
If you just want to lose 20 pounds, you can view this as a temporary thing.
However, if you want to keep those pounds off, you are better off making it a permanent change.
3.
Don't starve yourself.
Starvation is never the answer.
First, it doesn't work.
When you start eating again, you will most likely eat that weight right back on, with a few added pounds for good measure.
Your body will be furious with you, and will punish you with extra weight.
This means instead of needing to drop just a few pounds, you now need to drop 30 pounds - or 50 pounds.
4.
Exercise more.
Start working out an hour a day, five days a week or more.
Take an aerobics class or a spin class.
Hire a personal trainer.
Keep your eye on the prize! It's easier than you think to lose 20 pounds.
It's just a question of setting your mind to it, and focusing on your goal.