10 “Lazy Girl” Weight Loss Tips

Do you want to lose weight without having to make any major changes to your routine? According to one expert, you don’t have to. Laura Coen (@lauracoenfit) is a social media influencer and weight loss warrior who majorly transformed her body by making a few simple changes to her routine. In a new TikTok video, she unveils her “Lazy Girl's Guide to Weight Loss,” explaining, “This is the laziest way possible that you can lose weight and feel your best.” Body Network’s Resident RDN, The Diet Diva Tara Collingwood, also weighs in. Read on to discover how to lose weight without much extra work.

Drink More Water

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“Number one, drink more water,” says Laura. “When you wake up, drink some water. She also recommends drinking water with meals and carrying “a big flask thing” around with you. “It definitely helps,” she says.

Walk More

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“Number two, walk more,” says Laura. “If you're popping into the shops, just go, ‘I'm just gonna walk.’ The little walks that you get throughout the day are actually gonna add up to a bigger goal. And walking is actually great for fat loss.”

Meal Prep

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“If you're someone who doesn't want to do tons of meal prep, just meal prep, the little bits, maybe just meal prep, your chicken, your fish. So get loads of cans of tuna and meal prep,” Laura says. “Whack them all in the container in the fridge. And then you can just go to them when you need lunch. This literally takes a couple of hours on the weekend, if that.”

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Buy Prepackaged Food

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“Just buy prepackaged foods,” says Laura. “Just try and make sure the packaging is recyclable where possible. Things like prepackaged chicken that's already cooked, obviously like cans of tuna, prepackaged rice makes it so much easier.”

Sleep More

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“Sleep more,” Laura continues. “Yeah, your body actually needs a lot of sleep. So if you're up till 3:00 AM scrolling TikTok, maybe save it more for tomorrow. Go to sleep.”

Eat Dinner Later

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“This one actually helps me a lot, but it is eating dinner later,” Laura claims. “I know a lot of people say don't eat after 9:00 PM. That's bollocks by the way. But if you have dinner or tea or whatever you call it later, there's less chance for you getting really hungry after dinner and then binging on something.”

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Cut Down on Alcohol

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“I'm sorry but cut down on your alcohol. I say that with a heavy heart because I love a drink, but alcohol is literally empty calories. So if you are going out every Friday and Saturday and you are drinking two bottles of wine, that's quite a lot of calories. So if you're someone who is not gonna cut out the alcohol, that's fine as well. You can switch to lower calorie drinks,” she says. “Just don't forget all the cocktails and the mixes you are drinking with. The alcohol is actually quite calorific as well.”

Cut Your Carb Servings in Half

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She also says to cut down on carbs. “Portions of rice or pasta or potatoes, whatever you have on your plate, just half it,” Laura says. It could be that that still fills you up. If you are hungry, then eat something else. But the chances are you just might be eating too big a portion. And then to build up the volume of your plate, add extra vegetables or maybe add some extra chicken like any kind of protein.

Because if you're not weighing out your rice, past potatoes, whatever it is, chances are you are eating too much and you're eating it because it's on your plate instead of actually being hungry and needing it. And no carbs are not bad. They're just quite calorie-dense.”

Drink Protein Shakes

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“Find a good protein powder,” Laura recommends. “The more protein you have, the more full you'll be. And also it is just a good snack. If you are just a little bit hungry, have a protein shake. Make sure it's one you actually like.”

Use Cooking Sprays

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“If you're someone who uses oil in your cooking, switch to fry light sprays or just don't use oil. There's literally non-stick pans out there. You don't really need oil, but fry like sprays are a lifesaver for me,” she concludes.

Body Network’s Expert Weighs In

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“These tips are very sensible and simple to start doing in anyone’s life,” says Body Network’s Resident RDN, Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly Cookbook for Dummies. “Sleep, moving more, portion control, planning/prepping meals ... All great advice. If you want more energy or weight loss, you have to change your current routine to get results and these are excellent tips to get started.”

💪🔥Body Booster: If you want to lose weight, take an honest look at your habits. Making simple changes can oftentimes rear the biggest results.

Are you looking to lose 10 pounds fast? Gillian Ferguson of The Macro Method is a women’s nutrition coach and social media influencer “Helping you ditch diets & transform your body through macros, movement & mindset,” she maintains on her page. In a new post, she reveals 6 easy ways to lose 10 pounds by summer. “If you’re wanting to lose some weight for summer (& beyond!), here’s what to do,” she writes in the post. Body Network’s Resident RDN, The Diet Diva Tara Collingwood, also weighs in.

She starts out by prefacing that quick fixes won’t work. “There is no magic pill, overnight fix, 6 day challenge that is going to get you where you want to be. So only keep reading if you’re ready to do the damn thing,” she says.

1. Prioritize Protein

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Her first recommendation is to prioritize protein. “30-35g per meal and at least 10-15g per snack,” she suggests.

“Protein keeps you full, and it burns more calories digesting it than carbs and fat,” explains Body Network’s Resident RDN, Tara Collingwood, co-author of the Flat Belly Cookbook for Dummies. “It is also really important to assist in maintaining muscle mass as you’re trying to lose weight.”

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2. Amp Up Fiber Intake

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Second, she recommends amping up fiber intake. “Aim for 25g of fiber daily. I’ve been calling this the 4th macro - it’s that important,” says Ferguson.

“Fiber is literally indigestible plant matter, but your body tries to digest it while in your stomach and intestines, which keeps your body busy and feeling full while it’s doing this,” explains Collingwood about how fiber works. “Fiber also helps you poop and is prebiotic, which means the good bacteria in your gut feed on it, which keeps them healthy and happy.”

3. Walk More

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Next, Ferguson recommends walking more. “Fire up your metabolism & ⬆️ your NEAT by making your step count a non-negotiable! 8,500-10,000 steps daily,” she says.

“Walking even for a few minutes several times a day can boost metabolism instead of sitting at a desk all day long,” agrees Collingwood. “The more steps you take the more calories you burn. Walking is easy on the joints and is very simple to do!”

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4. Lift Weights

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Next, Ferguson recommends weight lifting. “4 x week strength training sessions - even 30 mins each - to build muscle,” she writes. “The more muscle we have on our bodies, the more calories we burn even at rest. Win-win.”

“As stated, the more muscle we have, the more calories we burn. Muscle keeps your metabolism higher every minute of the day, even while you are sleeping!” agrees Collingwood. “Muscle also supports your joints, helping to prevent injuries and falls and keeping you mobile and out of the hospital.”

5. Sleep

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Next, she suggests getting more sleep. “We need rest and recovery just as much as we need steps & weights. Life is just harder when you’re tired,” Ferguson says.

“Sleep helps to control important hormones that control appetite and fullness as well as reducing stress hormones and repairing the body from exercise to prevent injury,” explains Collingwood. “It also improves energy levels and mood.”

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Drink More Water and “Cool It On the Booze”

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Hydration is also key, says Ferguson. This isn’t just drinking more water but also cutting out alcohol. “And while you’re at it, cool it on the booze, sis,” she recommends

Collingwood agrees. “Thirst can sometimes feel like hunger, but staying hydrated also helps with every single body process from digestion to circulation to energy,” she says.

“Alcohol is just empty calories that don’t contribute any nutritional value and can, in fact, be detrimental to health for many reasons, including increased cancer risk,” says Collingwood. “ It also decreases inhibitions, and people tend to eat more calories when they are drinking alcohol.”

💪🔥Body Booster: “There’s no winging it when it comes to fat loss. You need a plan. Things like pre-planning your meals, scheduling your walks + workouts, and figuring out how to get to bed on time … all take some thought + strategy. But as you’re building these habits that seem hard at first, soon they’ll be second nature, and the return is 100x 🧨 because you’re setting yourself up for LIFE,” says Ferguson.