Safe and Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Lose 1-2 lbs Per Week

It is possible to lose weight relatively quickly, but it should be done safely. Your doctor can tell you just how fast you can safely lose weight. A good rule of thumb is about 1 to 2 lbs. lost per week. The amount of safe weight loss in a week is higher for a very obese person. Still, with a few lifestyle modifications, one can lose weight fast and keep it off.

Drink Water

• Swap out sugary drinks for water. This can help you lose weight fast by dropping hundreds of daily calories in the form of liquid.

Daily Cardiovascular Exercise

• Do up to one hour of cardiovascular exercise each day. Start with just 10 or 15 minutes each day and work your way up if your body isn't used to exercise.

Lift Weights

• Lifting weights speeds up metabolism during exercise and for hours afterward, which will give you the calorie-burning boost needed to lose weight quickly.

Keep a Food Log

• Writing down what you eat each day makes you pay closer attention to what you eat, which will help you eat what you know is good for you.

Motivation

• Identify your top reason for losing weight fast and remind yourself of this reason daily as a way to stay motivated.