How to Lose Weight Fast in the 4 Months Before Summer

After the holidays and a season of cold weather and big sweaters, it's spring and time to get in shape for swimsuit season. June will arrive and you will need to fit into your sundresses, shorts and tank tops. These are not as forgiving as your big sweaters from the winter. If you start your new weight regimen before spring arrives, you will have about four months to follow these daily eating and exercise guidelines to get in shape for summer.

Instructions

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Carrots are one of the veggies you can have before your meal.

Eat one to two pieces of raw fruit before your small meals. This will help with your digestion and give you plenty of nutrients. The fruit will help cut your sugar cravings and help give you a natural energy boost. Grapes, apples and oranges are some of the fruits you can have before your meal.

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Eat four small meals a day about three to four hours apart. Eating small meals will heighten your metabolism and will lead to fat burning and weight loss. An example of a small meal is half a turkey sandwich on whole-wheat bread with tomato, lettuce and mustard. You can also make a low-calorie, high-protein bowl of chicken chili or a small plate of brown rice and salmon. Avoid foods made with sugar and white flour. You want your meals to be about 300 calories each. Concentrate on protein, fresh vegetables and grains. Make sure you plan your meals at least a day in advance and plan a schedule of your meal times around your daily schedule.

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Drink at least one liter of cold water a day.

Drink at least one liter of cold water a day. Drinking cold water will keep your metabolism and digestion healthy and functioning at its optimal level. Dehydration can also make you think you are hungry.

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Run or walk at a fast pace for 30 minutes.

Exercise for 30 minutes, three to four days a week. Put on your running shoes and workout gear and go for a brisk walk, run or jog. Even if you just go for a walk, make sure you swing your arms and keep a fast pace. Get your heart rate up and break a sweat. You can go for a walk or run before work, at lunchtime or right when you come home. Getting your heart rate up will burn calories and increase your metabolism.