Whether you’re looking tolose 10 poundsor 50, your journey ahead is bound to be challenging.
But don’t let that deter you from getting started!
Arm yourself with the proper belly-fat-fighting weapons.
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Stock up on these essentials and you’ll start to see the scale tip in your favor.
Scale
Etekcity Digital Body Weight Scale
Buy it on Amazon!
First thing’s first: Get a scale!
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For more ways to shrink your gut, check out these50 Best Ever Weight Loss Tips.
The easiest way to ensure you’re getting enough water is by always carrying a water bottle with you.
In the first days of your diet, record in your journal how certain foods make you feel.
Do you feel bloated after eating grains?
Constantly feel congested after a scoop of ice cream?
Learn to listen to your body or call in the proshere are15 Signs You Should Go See a Nutritionist.
Alarm Clock
ZHPUAT Morning Clock with Temperature Monitoring
Time to rise and shine!
And yes, blue-light-emitting phones that disrupt sleep hormone production don’t count.
We like this model by ZHPUAT because it also lets you know the temperature in your room!
Get started with check out ourRealistic Flat-Belly Meal Plan for a Healthy Week.
We even reuse leftovers!)
And that means it’s time to get cookin'!
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Start with the basics and stock up on cutting boards.
The soft material is easy on your knives, and because the plant is fast growing, also eco-friendly!
Pick one up and then get cookin' with one of these35 Best-Ever Chicken Recipes for Weight Loss!
A Misto makes it easy to spritz an entire dish without overdoing it.
Carry it to work in this leak-proof travel mug by Contigo!
Start out with one of these10 Low-Calories Lunches For the Work Week.
So when you’rewalking for weight lossgrab a new pair of sneakers and hit the pavement.
These picks will keep your feet feeling great, even if you’re working on upping your mileage.
you’re able to also use it to do ab work, plyometrics, or push-ups.
And, perhaps most importantly, use it to “breathe!”
David Zinczenko, author ofZero Belly Smoothiestells us, “Stress is a powerful trigger for weight gain.
Or, reach for one of these11 Foods That Combat Stress.
The blue light emitted from these electronic devices has been found to inhibit melatonin production.
Melatonin is the hormone responsible for regulating sleep rhythms.
Spiralizer
OXO Good Grips Handheld Spiralizer
Swap out those noodles for zoodles!
A spiralizer turns almost any veggie into faux noodles with just the crank of a handle.
Once you toss it with sauce and toppings, you’ll never know the difference.
This is one swap of36 Easy Ways to Cut 50+ Calories.
Blenders are a game-changing appliance that every time-strapped dieter needs.
Start off with these56 Best Smoothie Recipes For Weight Loss.
We’ve got you covered.