Weight loss is a goal for many people, yet it can be difficult to achieve. There are a variety of reasons why people may want to lose weight, including improving their health or appearance. Whatever the reason, there are a number of ways to lose weight safely and effectively.
One way to lose weight is to reduce the number of calories you consume each day. This can be done by eating smaller meals or choosing foods with fewer calories. Another way to reduce calories is to increase the amount of physical activity you do each day. This can be done by adding more exercise to your routine or simply by making sure you are more active throughout the day.
In addition to reducing calories, you also need to make sure you are getting enough protein and fiber. Protein helps to build and repair muscle, while fiber helps to keep you feeling full and satisfied. Both of these nutrients are important for weight loss.
It is also important to drink plenty of water. Water helps to keep you hydrated and can also help to reduce hunger. Drinking eight glasses of water each day is a good goal to aim for.
If you are struggling to lose weight, there are a number of resources available to help you. You can talk to your doctor about a weight loss plan or look online for weight loss programs. There are also a number of books and websites that offer tips and advice on losing weight.
A father who struggled to walk has shed eight stone in 10 months after joining a weight loss programme specifically for men.
Andrew Shanahan, 39, from Wolverhampton, decided to join MAN v FAT after his son’s swimming teacher commented on his weight.
The father-of-one had ballooned to 25st 7lbs and was a size 54 waist. He was so ashamed of his appearance that he refused to be seen in public without a T-shirt on.
But after shedding the weight, he is now a healthy 17st 7lbs and a size 36 waist.
Mr Shanahan said: “I’ve always been a bit overweight but after having my son four years ago, I gradually started to put on more and more weight.
“I was eating takeaway most nights and not really exercising. I knew I needed to do something about it but I didn’t have the motivation.
“I was really conscious of my weight and I didn’t like to be seen in public. I was too embarrassed to take my shirt off in front of people.
“I realised I needed to do something when my son’s swimming teacher said to me ‘I bet you wish you could swim like that, Andrew’. It really hit home.”
He added: “When I joined MAN v FAT, it was a bit daunting because I didn’t know anyone else there.
“But it’s been great because it’s given me the structure and support I need to lose weight. I’m so much more confident now and I feel so much better.”
The programme, which is run by a team of experts, helps men lose weight through a points-based system, exercise classes, motivation and support groups.
Mr Shanahan said: “I would definitely recommend it to other men who are struggling to lose weight. It’s been a great help to me.”
