Summer is right around the corner. These weight loss diet tips are going to prepare you to feel confident, beautiful, and sexy this season.

Leaning out can be a fun, and believe it or not, easy process.

Today I’ll be focusing specifically on diet tips.

Diet alone goes a long way. What we put into our bodies affects not only our appearance, but our mood, and energy levels.

We all know that eating healthy is beneficial, but sometimes, sticking to it can be the hard part.

The key to getting to that summer body is to make the process fun, and enjoyable.

I’m going to share 9 of my favorite weight loss diet tips to incorporate into your lifestyle that will get you results this season.

1. Caloric Deficit

In order to lose weight, you have to eat at a caloric deficit—to burn more calories than consumed. First and foremost, I recommend choosing a diet plan that will help you reach your goal.

This plan serves as a guide, to help you gauge your progress and help you to achieve your desired results.

This Macro Calculator is an easy way to calculate a weight loss plan tailored to your needs.

One very important factor to consider is the balance of macronutrients taken in—each macronutrient serves a purpose and having a balance of the three will help your metabolism, and if you work out, to maintain the hard-earned muscle, as you lean out.

After calculating your plan, use a food tracker to help implement your plan.

The easiest way to stay on top of this is to log in meals right after eating them.

2. Intermittent Fasting

Fasting is going to make sticking to a weight loss plan very easy.

In addition, fasting has so many incredible benefits.

During periods of fasting, your body cleans itself of toxins. In addition, shortening your eating window will ease the process of sticking to a caloric deficit.

A common fasting ratio that is easy to stick to yet still reaps the benefits of fasting, is a 16:8 ratio. This means an eating window of 8 hours and a fasting window of 15. You can structure this by starting the eating window at 12, and ending it at 8 PM, or tailoring what best suits your needs.

You can start just like that, or slowly work your way into it to help your body adjust. Your body begins to get used to fasting and will start to feel hungry at the same time every day.

3. Focus on Nourishment

Mental health is the most important aspect of the weight loss process. It’s important not to put yourself in a restrictive state—this can harm your relationship with food.

Eliminate the mindset of “cutting out”. Focus instead, on filling up your body with foods that will nourish you, and make you feel good.

Choose vibrant fruits and vegetables, and clean sources of protein.

Natural foods are more satiating, not addictive, and more fulfilling.

Each time you eat, you are not only losing weight–you are also eating to help your skin glow, and raise your energy levels and mood, therefore bringing the best version of yourself to the world.

This version of you attracts more blessings into your life.

Lastly, it is okay to indulge during this weight loss process. You can still lose weight by indulging occasionally and fitting it into your macro plan.

4. Stick to Set Meal Times

This is another way to help ease the process of sticking to a weight loss plan.

Eating less frequently throughout the day means your blood sugar is spiked less. This helps to reduce cravings and control appetite.

 In addition, it will help with energy levels and focus. When the body is constantly focusing on digesting food, it cannot use energy as efficiently, causing us to feel sleepier and less alert.

Each time you eat, you can put yourself into a snacking state which can lead to overeating.

In addition, as you start to get used to eating at the same times each day, your body will naturally start to feel hungry at those same times

Eating at set meal times helps to regulate the body’s hunger signals, similar to the way we regulate our sleep cycles.

5. Hydration with Benefits

It is very important to stay hydrated in the process of weight loss. Fluids flush out toxins and can help reduce cravings. This is especially important at the very beginning when starting the weight loss process.

Choose drinks that are enjoyable, but also provide benefits to the body. Some of my favorite recommendations are:

– Brewed teas 

– Sugar-free drinks sweetened with monk fruit, stevia, or erythritol.

– Brewed Cacao (Has MANY benefits–this is my favorite brand)

– Celery Juice

– Lemon Water

– Water with Apple Cider Vinegar

-Water with turmeric, pepper, and ginger

Each beverage has a unique benefit for the body. Choosing different beverages spices up the routine and makes staying hydrated fun.

6. Small Bites

Think of a wine connoisseur—they are masters of enjoying the moment. They use other senses, not to drink the wine–but to experience it. This is how you want to be when you eat.

You don’t have to go to the extent of a connoisseur, but taking time to slow down and become present causes more enjoyment of that moment. You are likely to feel satisfied sooner.

If you are eating and are having a hard time stopping, consuming smaller bites slows the body and mind. In a calmer state, it’s easier to stop sooner and feel more in control.

It also helps to feel fuller and faster. This is very helpful when trying to adjust to a caloric deficit.

7. Prioritize Protein and Fiber

Make lean protein and fiber the focus of each meal. This will help you to feel fuller faster.

Protein is essential for maintaining muscle mass as you lose fat. Many of us work very hard in the gym to build up our curves, and the last thing we want to do is to burn them away. The muscle will give the desired toned look.

The more fiber you consume, the more nutrients you put into your body. This helps you to function optimally and improve your overall appearance.

Put these two first into each meal, and this will 10x your eating plan.

8. Environment is Everything

When smart options surround you, you will choose smart options.

Stock up on nutrient-dense foods. Make meals in advance. Or, cook all proteins and carbs so that whipping up a meal is convenient and quick.

A little bit of preparation can go a long way.

Think of ways to make your plan easy, and automated, if possible.

9. Eliminate Perfectionism

Lastly, and most importantly, remember that losing weight is not a linear path!

The body’s needs will continue to fluctuate— especially as women. Our hormones fluctuate throughout the month.

The goal is not to be perfect—it is to add as many good actions in our daily routines as we can; it is to nourish ourselves as much as possible.

And you’re going to like this part: indulgence is a part of that nourishment.

It’s okay to have fun and enjoy yourself, even in the weight loss process.

Focus the majority of your efforts on making healthy choices, with a healthy balance of indulgence.

If you overeat..don’t allow that to discourage you. Move forward, and don’t try to make up for it.  Just continue to make more healthy choices, eat regularly, and you’ll get back on track again.

Conclusion

On a final note, use the tips that work best for you, and your needs.

These tips are not to be followed rigorously, but rather as tools, and additions to your lifestyle.

These actions are effective for boosting weight loss, and making the process feel more doable.

They not only apply to weight loss but can be used at any point, to start living healthier.

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What are your favorite weight loss tips? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Thanks for stopping by and I’ll see you next time!

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