How To Manage Your Weight

You are several months from your upcoming nuptials and the obstacle of celebrations and parties is right in front of you; how are you going to reach your weight loss goal? Have no fear; we caught up with Long Island based personal trainer Darren Morris.

Morris has introduced some friendly advice to follow while celebrating festivities with family and friends. Your New Year’s resolution to lose weight and manage a healthy appearance has extra motivational factors this season. Weight has always been a challenge for you but this time you are determined to reach your goal; your dream dress awaits and the wedding is right around the corner!

We all know that holiday’s and celebrations no matter what the season tend to be the most difficult time to eat properly. No matter how determined one may be, there is no way you can turn down great home cooking; nor would your family and friends allow you to do so. Darren Morris shared some pointers that would enable you to still be a gracious guest while maintaining your original goal of loosing your desired weight. Just follow these simple guidelines to eating smart…

Before you arrive at any function drink at least two full glasses of water or have a protein drink. Why you may ask? Simple, your stomach will get a message that it is being fed this will then prevent you from being tempted to pile your plate.

• Stay away from heavy carbohydrates such as white rice, potatoes, bread, pasta and sodas.
• Eat small portions, to do so try sampling small appetizers.
• Concentrate on foods with protein value (chicken/turkey, fish, and vegetables). When choosing chicken and turkey opt for white meat it contains less fat then dark meat.
• Fried foods give a false sense of not being full, so stay away!
• Wear clothing that fits a little snug around the waist so that it will serve as a reminder when you start to over do it.
• Drink plenty of water while enjoying your meal.
• Skip the soft drinks and avoid the alcoholic beverages. But, if you do partake opt for light beers or a glass of white wine. Once you arrive back home drink one full glass of water; the water will flush your system so that you can be cleansed and recharged.
  

Managing your eating habits will enable to you easily resume with your regular eating and exercise routine. There is no need to deny yourself the enjoyment of socializing with your family and friends, the key is to just do so in moderation. With a healthy perspective and strong determination you will reach your goals just in time for your wedding day!