Tips for Those Who Need to Lose a Large Amount of Weight

by Brent Woods

If you're someone who needs to lose a large amount of weight, you might be tired of coming across weight loss tips intended for those who only need to lose 5 or 10 pounds. Dropping 10 pounds is an entirely different endeavor than dropping 100 pounds or even 50 pounds. So, you'll want different tips depending on your situation. Here are some weight loss tips that will come in handy when you need to lose a large amount of weight.

Follow a Specific Plan

When you need to lose a significant amount of weight, it's really important to stick with a structured plan. This will help keep you from backsliding partway through. It will also help ensure your nutrient needs are begin met despite your lower-calorie diet, which is important when you know you're going to be dieting for months, if not years. There are plans specifically designed for patients who need to lose 50, 100, or more pounds, so look for one of these specifically.

Work With Your Doctor 

Most people don't need to consult with their doctor before endeavoring to lose 5 or 10 pounds. But if you need to drop a lot of pounds, you really should keep your doctor in the loop. If you have a condition like diabetes or heart disease, your doctor may have some specific advice they want you to follow when it comes to diet or exercise. They may also want to schedule regular checkups with you to see how you're faring as you lose weight. Losing weight is, almost always, a positive change for your health when you're obese. However, it is important to do so with your current health challenges in mind.

Ease Your Way Into Exercise

Exercise is a key part of most successful weight loss plans. But when you're significantly overweight, exercise can be pretty hard on your body, especially at first. Make sure you ease your way into it. If you can only do half the exercise the program calls for at first, that's okay. Do what you can, and slowly work your way up. Over-exercising can be dangerous for anyone, and as someone who is overweight, it's easier for you to overdo it in an attempt to lose weight.

If you follow the tips above, you should have a safer and more effective experience when losing a large amount of weight. Reach out to a doctor for more specific advice.


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