Balancing Busy: 7 Practical Tips for Weight Loss Success

Losing weight isn’t easy, but it’s one of the most commonly cited health and fitness goals. A survey found 51% of the population hope to lose weight in 2024. But between balancing work, family, kids’ schedules and social obligations with a real need for rest, it can be difficult to lose weight, let alone keep it off.

It seems like no matter where or when, we all get busy, and when that happens, often our weight-loss goals fall from number 1 to off the list entirely. But there are strategies to keep your eating and exercise on track.

One of the critical points is to not make other things and people a priority over self-care. Recognise your health is paramount to all facets of your life, and know you will be better at your job and relationships when you feel your best. Here are some helpful tips to keep your health on track when your schedule is all over the place.

1. MAKE A PLAN

Start by making a plan for food. Go to the supermarket / greengrocer (or get delivery to save time) and do some meal prep when you can, whether it’s over the weekend or on one dedicated night per week. That way, you’re prepared for meals even when your schedule is super busy, and you won’t be left feeling overwhelmed.

2. DON’T SKIP MEALS

Don’t skip meals or wait too long to eat when you are hungry. It will make you overeat when you finally do make the time for your meal.

3. MAKE FRIENDS WITH VEGGIES

Focus on vegetables. Prepare fresh veg ahead of time, so you have veggies ready for quick salads, stir-fries, soups, sides and omelettes. Make vegetables the largest component of your meal; they will always be a win for weight loss.

4. KEEP AN EYE ON NUTRITIONAL STATS

Avoid calorie-laden pitfalls like the high-fat salad dressing that might come with your quick desk lunch. And remember that snacking on nuts, seeds and avocado can be healthy, but their calories add up in a hurry. By all means, add these foods to your diet, just watch your total calorie count throughout the day.

5. STOCK YOUR FREEZER

Keep your freezer stocked with simple meal backups. Dishes like lentil soup, vegetable soup and bean chili freeze well and can be useful when you don’t have time to cook.

6. READ MENUS

Have a go-to healthy restaurant option. Know ahead of time where you’ll order from and what you’ll get to save time and prevent hunger-induced bad decisions. For example, swing by a salad place where you can customise your salad. The restaurant already did all the prep work — all you have to do is enjoy it.

7. KEEP ON MOVING

Don’t neglect exercise. Your healthy eating will be even more impactful when paired with regular exercise, so create a plan for fitness. Make your workout a priority and have it scheduled into your day. When you work out, it relieves stress and makes you want to eat healthy.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Several factors are vital for effective weight loss, and any of them can be derailed by a busy schedule. If you want to lose weight, set yourself up for success by planning your meals and exercise ahead of time. And remember: Don’t beat yourself up if your day of eating and exercise isn’t perfect. There’s always tomorrow.

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Blog Written by Tanvir Heer Coaching

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