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Stride Towards Wellness: Embracing the Benefits of Brisk Walking

In a world that often glorifies high-intensity workouts, the simplicity of brisk walking emerges as a powerful yet underrated exercise. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or a beginner, the benefits of brisk walking are undeniable. In this blog post, let's explore why taking brisk strides can be a game-changer for your physical and mental well-being. Cardiovascular Health: Brisk walking is an excellent cardiovascular exercise that gets your heart pumping and blood flowing. Engaging in regular brisk walks helps improve circulation, lowers blood pressure, and reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases. It's a simple yet effective way to keep your heart healthy. Weight Management: While it may seem low-intensity, brisk walking can be a powerful tool for weight management. It helps burn calories, making it an accessible and sustainable exercise for those looking to maintain or lose weight. Combine brisk walking with a balanced diet, and you have a winning formula for weight m
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Calorie Deficit

Losing weight can be challenging, but I have found that maintaining a calorie deficit helps a lot. A calorie deficit is simply consuming fewer calories than your body burns. This leads to weight loss. However, creating and sticking to a calorie deficit can be difficult. Here are a few tips that have helped me and may help you too:

1. Track your calories: To maintain a calorie deficit, you need to know how many calories you are consuming. Use a food diary or app to track your daily intake, including snacks and drinks. This will help you make informed decisions about your diet and make adjustments as needed.

2. Plan your meals: Planning your meals in advance can help you stay on track with your calorie deficit. Make a meal plan for the week, and prepare your meals in advance, so you are not tempted to reach for high-calorie snacks or fast food when you are hungry. You can grab a meal planner for under ten bucks. 

3. Choose nutrient-dense foods: Nutrient-dense foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats, can help you feel full and satisfied, while also providing your body with the necessary vitamins and minerals.

4. Drink water: Drinking plenty of water can help you feel full and prevent overeating. Try to drink at least eight glasses of water per day and avoid alcohol and sugary drinks like soda and fruit juice.

5. Exercise: Exercise can help you burn calories and maintain a calorie deficit. Incorporate regular exercise into your routine, such as running, swimming, cycling, or weightlifting. Shoot for thirty minutes per day and incorporate strength training. 

6. Get enough sleep: Lack of sleep can lead to overeating and weight gain. Aim for seven to nine hours of sleep per night and establish a consistent sleep schedule. I had the habit of sleeping with my phone next to me, which caused me to view social media all hours of the night. Now, I leave my phone on the dresser across the room so that it doesn't disturb my sleep. 

By following these tips, you can stay on track with your weight loss goals and achieve the results you desire 😃

 

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