To maximize weight-loss results and feel your best, sometimes you have to go beyond following a structured training plan and eating clean. Things like bedtime rituals and how you eat have just as much to do with your results as your workouts and diets.
Follow these lifestyle tips to put the final touches on your body transformation.
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Focus on Sleep
Getting seven to nine hours of shut-eye a night is key not only for energy but also for your waistline. Turn off electronics at least an hour before bed and cut back on caffeine eight hours beforehand.
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Avoid Distracted Dining
When you’re sitting down for a meal, put away your phone and turn off the TV or computer. You’ll not only reduce your chances of overeating but also have better conversations with your tablemates.
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Start Each Meal With 2 Cups of Water
Research from Brenda Davy, Ph.D., a professor in the department of human nutrition at Virginia Tech University, found those who regularly drank up reported greater weight loss than those who didn’t consume the extra H2O.
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Slow Down
Take 20 minutes to eat your meal. It takes this long for your body to realize you’ve even eaten anything. Chew fully and savor each bite—you’ll enjoy what you eat that much more.
