Weight loss for Seniors
Weight loss is a difficult thing to accomplish. Many seniors realize they have put on some pounds over the years. In addition, many of these seniors are unable to do any strenuous physical activities. The following list provides some great tips that can help seniors lose weight without having to exert themselves physically.
1. After eating a meal, push yourself away from the dining table. Do not stay for seconds!
2. Instead of sitting for that second helping, bag it and take it for a lunch the following day.
3. After supper, close the kitchen. Try to avoid late night snacks.
4. Use stairs whenever possible. This will help improve circulation and is a great form of exercise.
5. While walking, when the donut shop comes into view, keep walking!
6. Eating out can bring about many impulses. It is important to avoid supersizing any meal.
7. When dining out, take your leftover meal home. Do not feel as though you have to eat everything on the plate.
8. Instead of using the remote to the television, get up to change the channel. This will add a bit more exercise to the day.
9. When shopping, do not go on an empty stomach. Also make sure to leave unhealthy foods on the shelf.
10. Rely on your will power. It may be difficult to change old habits, but these tips can help lose weight quickly.
Source: http://www.fromfat2fit.com/articles/a10.html
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