Small and Simple Things

It seems like there are a hundred different ways to lose weight, go with this diet or this exercise plan. Don’t eat this or only eat that, no wonder it can be frustrating and overwhelming and almost drive you to throw your hands up and grab that box of cookies and the shelf is complete despair! But have no fear Health and Fitness Academy is Here!! (Said in a manly heroic voice) Ok sorry that was a little cheesy, but in all seriousness, losing weight or trying to maintain what you have lost can be maddening. But by small and simple things are great things brought to pass, it is the daily small decisions that make a big difference not just in our overall health and weight loss goals but in life in general as well. Here are a few simple changes that you can make to start seeing the changes in yourself!

Say no to extras (sometimes)

I love cheese, and I'd eat it every day if I could. But, an easy way to cut calories is nixing or cutting the cheese from my meals twice or three times a week. A slice of cheddar adds a little more than 100 calories to a sandwich, so I'll hold the cheese and replace it with extra veggies, an onion, or some grainy mustard for added flavor. Do the same for your favorite high-fat ingredient

Get cooking with your oven

I love roasted vegetables, so anytime I turn on the oven, I almost always add a baking sheet full of vegetable to roast along with whatever I am cooking. That way, I always have a nutritional option on hand. There are so many options out there for baked veggies and best part is, it is a healthy option that tastes yummy!

Drink up

Now I know what some of you are thinking, this is not an excuse to pour an extra glass of wine or beer! I am taking about WATER here people!! At every meal, pour yourself at least 16-ounces of water to drink with a goal to finish it by the end. Doing this, of course, hydrates your body, but it also slows down your eating pace and will fill you up to help you feel satisfied. When I do this I end up consuming few calories overall!


This week try these 3 tips and see the difference that a few small changes can really make! And with it being December I can now say Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!