Tip #38 - Thomas The Tank Engine

This one is a tip from the past. Thomas the Tank Engine always said “I Think I Can, I Think I Can” when going up a hill. He always made it to the top. Trying to lose weight is no different. Weight loss is mental. You are climbing up a steep hill trying to lose weight. As long as you think like Thomas and believe in yourself, YOU WILL SUCCEED at losing weight (or whatever you set your mind to).

Tip #37 - Eating Before Bed Is Allowed

There is a common misconception that eating before bed is a bad thing. This is not true. What counts the most is how much you eat in a day or more importantly over a 7 day period of time. It is okay to eat before going to bed, just remember that it is part of your total for the week. The key is to keep the amount of food you eat in a day or a week under control. You should not really worry about when you do that eating.

Tip #36 - What to do if you do not listen to Tip #35

If you decide not to stay off the liquor when trying to lose weight there are things you can do to minimize the effect of alcohol on your weight. First of all, stay hydrated before, after and during your drinking adventure. When you come home from a night out it is ok to eat something, but make it healthy and full of protein, like nuts or whole wheat bread and peanut butter. Set out portions before you go out so you do not over eat. In the morning the first thing you must do it go to the gym. This is a must!!! Not only will it make you feel better, but you will also be burning some of what you put on the night before. Try to follow Tip #35 and limit the liquor, but if that is not entirely possible, make sure you follow this routine to help minimize the negative effects of alcohol on your weight loss.

Tip #35 - Limit The Booze

Alcohol is a problem for many reasons. First of all, alcohol has a lot of calories in it. Even a light beer has at least 100 calories, mixed drinks have many more calories. The major cause the the Freshman 15 is the introduction of alcohol in a persons diet. The other problem with alcohol is that people tend to get hungry when drunk. This leads to binge eating or uncontrolled eating. It is okay to drink socially, but if you really want to lose weight. STAY OFF THE BOOZE!!!