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Getting fit and in shape are no easy tasks. When you feel like your just spinning your wheels and are never happy with your body, it can take it's toll. Getting fit and in shape doesn't have to be as hard as we like to make it. I'll tell you right now, and you're not going to like this, but it's work. There isn't any packaged product you can buy that is going to give you the results you're after. The bottom line is that for most of us, it requires determination, patience, and a little work. Follow some of these tips and you'll be on the road to being fit and in shape. Take control of what you eat- This sounds like a no brainer, but we need to get what we're eating in check before we can see the results we're after. A helpful hint- if you don't buy the snacks and sweets, you won't have to fight yourself from running to the pantry to have a high calorie snack. I'm not saying you can never have those foods, but you need to reward yourself with it for your hard work instead of casually grabbing a candy bar in the checkout line on the way home from work. Keep your diet simple. There are so many fad diets out there that we have convinced ourselves that nutrition and healthy eating are a mystery. Stick to a low fat, higher protein diet, and you'll be on the right path. It's not going to happen over night, but the results are unavoidable if you're true to yourself. Obviously, fresh fruits and vegetables should play a large role in a healthy diet, as well. Grapes, berries, and bananas act as amazing replacements for those sugary, empty calorie containing snacks we like so much. Keep your goals manaegable- You're not going to lose 10 pounds in a week. That's ridiculous. One to two pounds a week is a good and reasonable target. If you don't see any positive changes, or see more here and there, don't worry, it will balance out. Keep to your routine of diet and exercise and you'll see success. A helpful tip- quit weighing yourself everyday or every couple days even. Once a week or so to check in is fine, but doing so in shorter periods is going to lead to frustration. You don't need to fixate on a number to know you're feeling good and getting fit and in shape. Hit those weights- Using a stair climber or treadmill is great. But if you aren't incorporating weight lifting in your exercise program, then you are cheating yourself out of a powerful metabolism boosting tool. Men- don't think you have to work out everyday or use the heaviest weights available. There's no rush. Use weights that are heavy enough to challenge you, and that you can do apx 8-12 reps with per set. Remember to schedule a day of rest in your routine to avoid injury, and keep consistent with your routine. Women- don't think that lifting weights is just for guys. I know most women think that using weights is going to make them look like a female bodybuilder. Trust me, you're safe. You just don't have the hormones required for that kind of bulky muscle building. Those women have the genes of Zeus and take loads of supplements. What will happen is that you will increase your metabolism, gain lean muscle mass, and burn more calories while you sleep. Make sure to get plenty of rest and drink lots of water as well, and before you know it you'll have that hot bod you're after. Get fit and in shape now with the variety of great fitness resources at http://www.fitandleantoday.com. Jack Redmond is a freelance writer. ------------------ ARTICLE END ------------------ [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
