6 ways to lose weight faster at any age

As we age, our metabolism slows down. You can diet and exercise, but losing weight becomes more difficult.** But there are some tips that can help you improve your metabolism and lose weight at any age.** Do you want to know the secret? 1. Protein is the key. Eating more lean meat, chicken, turkey, eggs and other high-protein, low-carb foods will not only keep you feeling fuller longer, protein is also important in building muscle and your body will have to work harder to break it down. *2. Coffee is good. Did you know that caffeinated drinks can help speed up your metabolism? They can also help you exercise longer and harder if you take them about an hour before your workout. 3. Stand up and move. Get your butt off the couch. Regular exercise is recommended at any age. The level of exercise you do is up to you. You can always add a little with little things; for example, when you go shopping, when you wash dishes by hand or when you iron. If you are waiting, stand up, don’t sit down. Every minute you spend being active counts. *4. Fish, fish and more fish. Fish is rich in protein and some fish such as salmon, tuna, mackerel and sardines also contain a large amount of Omega-3 fatty acids. It may come as a surprise, but eating 6 grams of fish oil a day will help you reduce body fat. Eat salmon, tuna, or other oily fish twice a week or take fish oil supplements to get Omega-3. 5. Weights are for you. Lifting weights or doing sit-ups and squats will not make you bulky! You have to train a lot before you start looking like Arnold Schwarzenegger. So, don’t be afraid and lift some weights. Lifting weights and training your muscles will help you burn calories throughout the day. Even when you are already sitting at your office desk typing on your computer. Do weight training twice a week and you will see the difference. *6. Interval training is great. I’m sure you’ve heard the word intervals before, but do you know what it means? It really is simple. This means you do a short (like 20-30 seconds) intense exercise and then rest for an even shorter period of time (like 10 seconds) and then repeat. For example, if you like to walk, try running as fast as you can for 20 seconds, then walk for ten. Repeat the exercise 8 times. Your metabolism will speed up and you will see results faster. So, let’s summarize. Eat daily protein and fish oil 2-3 times a week, drink coffee or green tea before exercising, don’t stop moving, lift some weights and exercise twice a week and try interval training whenever you get the chance. Tell us about your achievements! Did it work for you? If you want more information on health and nutrition topics or need advice on eating plans to help you lose weight, click here.