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With warm weather right around the corner, you might be thinking about dropping a few pounds or getting in better shape. But transitioning from winter's bulking season to summer shorts and bathing suits can be a challenge.
While there are no shortcuts to long-lasting fitness—and nothing worth having comes easy—there are a few tips you can implement to help push the process along. Check out these 10 tips for faster weight loss.
Getting in shape faster requires healthy eating habits. Re-train your brain with NOOM:
1. Switch to a higher-protein diet.
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If your plate is usually piled with the brown-and-gray family of foods—think breads, hash browns and chips—you might want to rethink your fuel source. After all, nutrition is roughly 80 percent of the fitness equation, and you can't out-train a poor diet.
Not only does protein help build muscle mass, it also boosts your metabolism and leaves you feeling fuller longer (which keeps sweets and treats at bay). All of this will help you shed unwanted weight faster.
A good rule of thumb: Aim for 30 grams of protein per meal or one gram per pound of bodyweight per day. When choosing your cuts, remember that not all protein is created equal. Look for high-quality sources that contain a complete amino acid profile—like chicken, beef, pork and dairy. Going meat-free? No problem. Just make sure you consume complementary plant-based proteins, like rice and beans or hummus and whole-wheat pita. A customizable food delivery service such as Hungryroot can help you tailor your meals to your new high-protein needs. Check out our full Hungryroot review to learn more.
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After maxing out her need for (stationary) speed, Stephanie decided to hit the pavement and actually try and go somewhere by joining her first half-marathon training group. She ultimately decided to combine her love of journalism, fitness and a conversational tone in writing. You can see her work here.
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