Everything in life requires a little bit of planning and preparation if you want to be happy with the results. For example, if you want to go on vacation, you need to figure out a date, buy your tickets, and create an itinerary. Right? It's no different when it comes to losing weight, at least if you want to reach your goal. Not planning is the reason people fail at weight loss. All it takes is a little bit of homework. I'll give you a list of 12 things you can do on Sundays that will set you up for dropping the pounds. Go ahead, try it out.
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Clean your fridge
This is the most IMPORTANT thing you can do. Get in the habit of cleaning your refrigerator every Sunday and toss out all of the junk food that will taunt you all week.
Cook for the entire week
Don't wait until hunger strikes because it will cause you to turn to junk food. Instead, on Sundays make food for Monday, Tuesday, and even Wednesday to help you gain control over what you eat.
Buy your snacks
Now that your fridge is clean, you should head to the supermarket and bring home healthier options. Greek yogurt, hummus, fruits, and salads are excellent options.
Plan your lunches
Bringing your lunch to the office prevents you from buying high-fat and high-salt foods. Do this at least three times a week.
Clean your workout clothes
Always have clean workout clothes. That way there's no excuse not to exercise. The worst thing to find you don't have clean workout clothes when you finally get motivated.
Plan your day
Plan your days of the week to include physical activity, whether it's before or after work. Remember you have the power to control your day.
Ask a friend to join you
Now that exercise is part of your plan, you can ask a friend to join you. Maybe she can take a walk with you or go to the gym once or twice during the week. It ensures that you have some activity before the weekend.
Sign up for a class
Use Sundays to sign up for aerobics, pilates, or yoga classes you want to attend during the week. You're more likely to go.
Plan your social outings
It's always nice to catch up with friends. By planning your meals around your dinner with friends, you can account for the caloric damage by eating even healthier in other meals.
Look at the menu beforehand
Always know what you are going to eat at a restaurant beforehand by looking at the menu online. It'll keep you from ordering less healthier. Better yet, make a list of restaurants with healthy options, so that you can suggest them for future outings.
Keep sneakers in your bag
Get into the habit of leaving a pair of sneakers in your bag. It gives you the option of walking longer distances after sitting all day.
Ask your partner for help
Tell your significant other about your plans, so that you can get additional support. We all need a support system around us to successfully lose weight. It'll prevent your significant other from bringing home a box of cookies.
