There you are. Having trouble putting on your socks or tying your shoes? And what’s your shirt doing on at the pool party? Actually, when’s the last time you went shirtless at the pool?

It’s easy to spot you because not too long ago that was me. It was frustrating me because this was not how I was as a kid, and I needed it to change. It all became so clear.

I’m now putting this on you. It’s time for you to take charge of that tire around your waist. There’s no time like the present.

Target your calories. Your total amount of calories eaten for that day depends on your target weight. Take your ideal weight and multiply that by ten - this will give you the amount of calories to consume each day. Don’t eat less than 1,600 calories on any given day though (you need your nutrients).

Spread those calories out over the course of the day by eating every two to three hours. Your meals will (of course)end up being smaller. You simply don’t want to eat too many calories at once because excess calories get turned into fat very easily.

Eating a lot of protein can help with eating smaller meals, as the protein makes you feel fuller than other foods. Eat about 1 gram of protein for every pound of your target weight. Make sure you increase your water intake to combat the extra work this puts on your kidneys.

Im a very picky eater, so I’m always looking for ways to help with my diet. Cheese sticks, protein shakes, and meal replacement bars are an excellent way to supplement your meals. And, vegetables get a free pass to your plate - eat as much of them as you like and don’t worry about their calories.

Finally, remember that if you want to get serious about fat loss, you need to get serious about your diet (exercise is secondary). Exercise helps you preserve muscle while you’re dieting and, of course, improves health. Isn’t that what you’re ultimately after?

David Stevens writes advice on how to lose 30 pounds using variations on diet and exercise.

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