Plus, it won't hurt doing these things everyday, because it burns more calories than you think, in the long run, and can be the difference between 5-10 pounds in one year.
- Taking the stairs instead of the elevator; focus on using your butt and legs to lift you up those steps instead of your feet or momentum!
- Posture breaks; throughout the day, at the desk or in your car, focus on drawing in your belly button, tightening your abs, and lifting your chest proudly. This can increase blood flow to the muscles, which not only gives them a little muscle challenge, it will also help in keeping you more alert!
- Parking further away; as long as you feel safe.
- Taking a brisk 10 minute walk on your lunch break. This will get your heart rate up, make you more alert, and maybe prevent you from overeating, or have an unhealthy meal, at lunch.
- Do exercises during TV breaks (pushups, situps, etc.)
- If possible, ride your bike to work instead of driving
- Try walking before dinner, or some point at night
- Replace sugary drinks with tea or water
- Bake instead of frying. There are tons of recipes out there that don't sacrifice the taste.
- Some restaurants offer gluten-free menus, or healthier option choices. Ask your server for these menu's, or simply ask for dressing on the side, less oil, no butter, and salad instead of fries/rice/mashed potatoes. I like baked potatoes with salsa and chives on the side☺
