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The ‘Dad bod’ has become a pop culture expression for a body type that is somewhere in between lean and obese. Big names like Leonardo DiCaprio and Simon Cowell have brought the fad to public attention. Dad bods are named as such as they are said to be the result of a man becoming a father and finding little time to keep fit like he might of before. If you consider yourself to have a Dad bod, there is no need to let it define who you are. In fact there are a number of ways that you can take back control of your diet and lifestyle en route to losing your Dad bod.

Breakfast Protein

It may sound like a cliché, but breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. The reason is that it starts your metabolism off for the day and also maintains high energy levels. Eggs should become an essential part of your daily breakfast as they are very high in protein and are proven to boost metabolism. They are also a good source of choline and B Vitamins that help to prevent the accumulation of belly fat.

Retreats

Losing weight can require a great deal of willpower, unless you really want to lose weight, it is never going to happen. This is why you may consider going to weight loss retreats. Among the advantages is that you’ll be surrounded by like minded people with fitness goals similar to your own, which means you can support and look out for each other, making you more likely to achieve your desired results.

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These retreats are also run by experts who will provide you with a set routine, and help you stick to it, and they’ll tailor make your exercises to suit your ability. While it’s not essentially a holiday, weight loss retreats are usually set in the most beautiful locations, which makes things a little easier.

Drinks

Putting on weight is usually triggered by your metabolism slowing down. A good way of fixing your metabolism is based on what you drink. So it’s time to cut out sugary drinks and alcohol, instead you should replace them with water. It’s harder to burn off weight if your body is dehydrated, so drink at least twelve 8-ounce glasses of water every single day. Don’t be afraid to make green tea part of your regular diet as it has been proven to increase metabolism and speed up the livers ability to burn off fat and turn it into energy.

Sleep

You may not have considered it to be a factor, but science suggests that a lack of sleep can be just a detrimental to your metabolism as being dehydrated. Even if you can just get an extra 30 minutes, the chances are you’ll find it far easier to burn off more fat. So turn the TV off and give yourself an early night, your body will thank you for it.

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