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1. Exercise every day

Exercise at least an hour a day. You don't have to kill yourself by running, jogging, etc., but you should incorporate some moderate physical activity into your daily routine. If you want to lose a few pounds quickly, do a higher-intensity workout. For example, brisk walking for an hour. Or you can run during those hours and set specific sprint intervals. Make sure you are not in too much pain while exercising. Just a warning, your muscles will feel sore after exercising with high intensity. It may be annoying, but it means your body is changing for the better. Remember to stay hydrated after every workout, stretch, and eat a diet with an appropriate amount of protein. Protein will help you keep your muscle, not fat, from rebuilding.

2. Eat the right foods and give the right portions at every meal

No matter how much your stomach tells you to prefer sweets over healthy foods, try to stay away from sugary foods. Rock candy will not help you get fit. Even if it's just candy, in the end one leads to the other. Fruits and vegetables are the best things to eat when getting fit. For example, apples do a great job of filling the stomach for up to 3 to 4 hours. Leafy greens like green beans and broccoli keep the digestive system clean and functioning.

Also, stick to lean meats like turkey and chicken. Seafood such as shrimp and tilapia are also great alternatives. These foods are packed with protein and healthy nutrients to keep your muscles fit and ready to work out. Also, remember what portions you eat. Good metabolism comes from dividing food. Try to eat six meals a day and choose smaller portions instead of three large meals throughout the day. It will also help you breathe more calmly while exercising, rather than panting and gasping for air. This is because you have less food in your digestive system, which means more energy goes into your workout.

3. Track calories and food intake per day

Tracking the calories you eat per day will help when planning your workout. Have you ever wondered why bodybuilders have so much body mass? This is because they plan their meals and eat more (healthy) calories than average. On the other hand, losing weight and striving for a leaner body requires more exercise than the calories you eat.

4. Don't forget to sleep

Even though most of us work eight hours a day or night, getting enough sleep is important to recharge the body's batteries. Six to eight hours of sleep keeps your body working throughout the day, but if you ever feel tired after coming home from work, it's a good idea to take a nap before exercising. You only need about half an hour of sleep. This prevents you from staying up late at night.

5. Stay motivated

The key to getting fit is setting goals and maintaining a positive attitude. By staying positive, you can push yourself to get the toned body you've always wanted.

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