Getting Fit to Attract a Date

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Part of the dating process is finding someone that is attracted to you and that you find appealing as well. Sometimes, when we have been in a relationship for quite sometime or have been out of the loop with dating, we don’t concern ourselves with our physical appearance.

If you have gained weight and feel this is stopping you from finding the type of person you are searching for, getting fit should be at the top of your list. It also is essential for your health.

The problem is that most people don’t have a clue where to start. There is so much information online and through infomercials on getting fit that it is hard to know where to begin.

The first step is to decide why you want to lose the weight. If it is just to boost your confidence and feel attractive, it probably won’t last long. The key is to also realize that it is imperative to your health as well.

So, now where do you start on your journey to getting fit for life? Yes, I did say fit for life.

Some would say to have a goal as to how much you want to lose. This is important to some extent but, don’t overshoot your short term capacity. have a realistic goal. They say that safely 2 lbs per week is realistic however, much of the initial weight loss is water weight and after awhile, you may not lose as fast as you expected. Everyone’s metabolism is different. Don’t give up.

Once you have some numbers in your head, open up your fridge and pantry. Look for everything that is high in fat content, especially saturated fats. Some fats are good for you such as fats derived from fish, olives,nuts, etc. All fried snacks should get tossed or as I used to do, given to coworkers.

Get into a routine of exercising at least 3-4 times per week. It is always recommended that you visit your doctor to get a checkup before starting an exercise routine.

Some people respond well to light cardio where as some need more intense and longer visits to the gym. The American Heart Association is not suggesting 45 minutes of cardio. I know that sounds horrible, and many people don’t have 45 extra minutes to fit in to their schedule.

Make sure that you don’t starve yourself. It is better to eat 3 meals per day with 3 snacks. Cutting back on your portions is essential to losing weight and getting fit. For most people trying to lose weight, this is also one of the hardest things to do. Americans are so conditioned to eating everything on our plate and eating heapfuls of food at the local buffet.

Fresh fruits and veggies are great for good health and wonderful snacks. Eating fish at least 3 times per week and cutting back on your beef consumption will also help you lose weight and lower cholesterol. I try to eat food from the Mediterranean diet.

One of the things I love most to drink now are my fruit smoothies. You can do this with fresh or frozen fruit. I use both depending on what is in season and also the price. You can take some fresh strawberries, bananas, plain yogurt, ice, skim milk, honey or agave if you want a little added sweetness and blend it up into a very refreshing and delicious morning drink. I am addicted to my fruit drinks now and miss them if I don’t have time to make one.

Start reading the labels while shopping. So many foods are high in sodium, sugar and fat. Yogurt can have high sugar content so it is important to check the container before buying.

Feeling that you are worthwhile is important for being a complete person and looking confident to a potential partner. Losing weight can be one of the pieces in the puzzle to getting there.

Always remember that to attract someone, you must have more than just the physical. Getting fit should be a life long goal and not just short term. It will not only benefit the way you look, but also help you live a longer and more quality life.