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We can’t tell you how to do Pilates because it’s so involved. That would be a whole

other book to write! But there are many helpful tools out there that can help you with
a Pilates program if you think that the route you want to go. Look for online web

sites, videos, and classes in your area. Once you learn the basic movements, you
can then practice them on your own!

So now we know about exercising in order to lose weight, but let’s get back to the
most important hurdle in trying to lose weight – the food!

COUNTING CALORIES

Many people think that when they decide it’s time to lose weight, they have to count
every single calorie that touches their lips. This really isn’t necessary. In fact, it could
become quite tedious and cause you to give up.

So how do you know how many calories you’ve taken in during a 24 hour period?
Estimate! Count portions instead of each individual calorie. This is where effective

meal planning comes in!

When you know approximately how many calories are in that piece of bread and 2
ounces of tuna, you can have a general idea of how many calories you’re

consuming when you eat a tuna sandwich.

If you insist on tracking all of your calories, you’ll have to be diligent about reading

labels and eating only the portions that the label gives calories for. You’ll also have
to carry around a small notebook to jot down what you’ve eaten so you can assign a

calorie value for reference.

A much easier way might be to utilize a spreadsheet that lists your planned meals

along with their caloric content. Be sure to include other particulars such as protein
content, carbs, and fat grams as well. Then print it out and post it on your

refrigerator to give yourself something to aspire to.
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