O n the coast of Southern California it’s hard not to think of losing a few pounds before summer. When I lived in a much colder Upstate New York, summer still evoked body image concerns. Warmer temperatures plus more outdoor activities where people are flaunting skin makes it nearly unavoidable to consider your own weight. This summer, take control of your weight and drop extra pounds to start off feeling confident and healthy!
3 0 days is plenty of time to kick your new eating and exercise habits into gear and see the results. Give yourself a reasonable amount of time to prepare for the weight loss and don’t hesitate to talk to your doctor if you have concerns about how to safely begin a weight loss plan. We aren’t medical doctors or certified nutritionists here, but we’ve successfully managed to help others succeed by providing them with the right tools.
Below, enter your data and get an idea of just how realistic your goals are given the amount of time you’d like to commit to weight loss.
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To get started on your new plan, visit MyPyramid.gov. According to their site,
One size doesn’t fit all. Try out our interactive tools to get a personalized eating plan., or to plan and assess your food and physical activity choices based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Not only is this site excellent for beginners, I found myself learning cool facts about food. There’s even a food tracker to help you manage your dietary intake!
Tell us about the tools and resources you use to help reach your goals below!
