Let’s be honest; besides the fact that the pandemic is life-threatening, it also caused some of us to be oblivious about our figures. Quarantine, lockdowns, virtual meetings, homeschool, all of this hindered us from moving around and burning fat. So, let’s admit it, we might have gained a few extra pounds.
Now that cities are opening up and we’re meeting our friends and colleagues, we need to get back in shape fast! Before we start starving ourselves and doing intense weight lifting, though, let’s take a look at some steps that we can do to lose weight while still keeping our sanity.
Sweat It Out
If we need to slim down within six weeks for an event that requires us to look great, we must push ourselves and follow an exercise routine. Think about those Biggest Loser contestants who went from fat to fit. They were at the gym three hours a day!
Don’t worry because we don’t have to do that. There are lots of promising video tutorials and free apps that make working out fun. Plus, all we need to spare is 10 to 30 minutes daily and the living room space so we can bust those moves and get in shape.
Shake It Off
Yes! We need to shake off those pounds, and by that, we mean replacing one or two meals with healthy shakes or smoothies. While commercial products like SlimFast are available for this, we can also make our own concoctions using our favorite fruits and veggies.
Experts say meal replacements like this promote weight loss, so it’s perfect for nailing our short-term goals!
Eat Right
Our parents have been telling us to do this from the start, and it’s time we listen because healthy eating promises 2 pounds off in a week! There even are trusted and proven plans like the Weight Watchers Diet that can deliver quick weight loss and help sustain it.
Eating a balanced meal allows us to consume good food without too many restrictions. So, we can still enjoy a chunk of chocolate or a bite from a burger while we prepare for a summer-ready figure. More importantly, we not only look good on the outside, but we also become healthy on the inside.
Even with all these tips, the safest way to go is to consult a doctor to understand our bodies better. Different strokes for different folks, right?