Losing weight with a group or partner will provide you with moral support.
Simply telling others of your intention to lose weight will cause you to feel the need to be accountable for this weight loss. You might be less likely to keep a promise to yourself than you are to keep a promise to others.
Eat Less, More Often
Eating smaller portions every few hours throughout the day will help you fight hunger and maintain your energy level.
A small food scale can be useful in measuring portions.
Eat more slowly, and separate eating from other tasks. If you eat while doing other activities, you may lose track of the amount you are consuming, forget you have eaten, or not feel as if you had a proper meal.
Make a list for the grocery store and stick to it in order to avoid impulse buys. Also avoid shopping when you are hungry because you will be more easily tempted by to make additional purchases.
Don’t deny yourself your favorite foods, but consume smaller portions. Only keeping a small amount of these items on hand will make self-control easier.
Make Healthy Choices
Avoid fast food. Try to choose the healthiest menu options when you do eat fast food or at restaurants.
Drink lots of water to stay hydrated and to help prevent hunger. Sometimes we even mistake hunger for thirst, so drink up.
Think positive. This will help you feel good about your efforts and stay motivated. A good attitude will always help you reach your goals.
Exercise
Remember that exercise and physical activity can be just as important as what you eat.
Pursuing physical fitness through exercise is another area where discussing your goals with others or having an exercise group or partner will help keep you motivated.
Exercise can also have the added benefit of reducing stress and promoting positive thinking.