More often than not, our desire to lose weight [1] before an upcoming vacation becomes a last-minute sprint to the finish line. If you'd like to drop a few pounds before you hit the beach on your next getaway, and only have two weeks to go, read on. We've got some no-fail tips for you to tone up, lose weight, and feel more confident in just two weeks.
Banish Bloating
Prepping for a beach holiday is a lot like preparing for any big event. Take a tip from brides-to-be by abstaining from bloating foods, like beans and artificial sweeteners, for the next two weeks. Learn more bloating foods to avoid here [3]. You can also use your meals to fight bloating, so fill you plate with tropical fruits like pineapple and papaya [4].
Time to Detox
Going on an all-juice cleanse isn't exactly the smartest way to drop pounds. Instead, change your diet in a healthier way. Stick to fresh, whole foods with detoxifying properties [5] and try an elimination diet [6] — where you get rid of caffeine, alcohol, and certain foods — to keep you feeling energized and your digestive system happy.
Step Up Your Exercise
If you're trying to lose a couple pounds, stepping up your workout routine may be all that it takes. And since time is of the essence, nothing gets results like sweat-inducing total-body bootcamp workouts you can do anywhere. Check out our list of bootcamp workouts [7] that'll be sure to blast calories fast.
Follow a Specific Plan
Want a specific plan that can help you lose four (or more) pounds by the end of the month? Check out our 1 Week Down, 1 Pound Gone plan [8]. Full of workouts, tips, and healthy recipes, it will help you kick-start your weight-loss goals!
Speed Up Your Metabolism
Burn major calories no matter what you're doing by increasing your metabolism. Simple things like upping your strength-training routine and eating breakfast can make your body burn more calories; read on for more tips on how to boost your metabolism [9].