Weight Loss
Find Success Losing Winter Weight
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Dec 2, 2007, 00:40

(NewsUSA) - A few weeks after the last home-cooked meal is eaten at the final holiday gathering, many Americans start the new year unhappy with the person they see in the mirror and resolve to lose some unwanted weight. Yet, the majority of those lamenting their weight gain either abandon their quest to shed the pounds or ignore the problem entirely. According to a recent study, 50 percent of those who set a New Year's resolution for themselves abandon it by the end of January -; and 90 percent call it quits by the end of the year's first quarter.

While reaching your goal of getting in better shape is often difficult, it's never impossible. Use the following tips to overcome the uphill battle of sticking with your resolution:

* Get a good night's sleep. If you're constantly bleary-eyed and pawing for the nearest cup of coffee in the morning, you're probably suffering from a constant lack of sleep. Sleep deprivation lowers the body's levels of the hormone leptin, which suppresses appetite. In turn, shirking on sleep actually increases weight gain -; making it that much more important to get a minimum of seven hours of sleep per night.

* Bring the gym workout to your home. Getting the convenience of a total gym workout in your home is now easier than ever before, and studies have shown that the more convenient the workout, the more likely you are to commit to a program long-term. Home gyms like HOIST's V Select Series allow the user to utilize 36 different gym configurations, giving the user access to the exercise options they want with minimal floor space required. Live a healthier and stronger life by taking advantage of the flexibility and convenience this in-home system has to offer. For more information or to find a dealer, visit www.hoistfitness.com.

* Nutrition, nutrition, nutrition. Sure, it's old news, but are you actually adhering to the constant expert advice to eat healthier foods? While new, trendy diets come and go, simply focusing on cutting out bad fats, sugars and salts, and incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your diet is a simple solution you can stick with. Additionally, focus on small portions when eating out -; studies have shown that meals at restaurants contain 60 percent more calories than those made at home.

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