I was watching the Dr. Oz show the other day when he had on some guests that needed to get their health, mainly their weight, back on track.  He told the guests about his 7 weight loss rules for 7 weeks.

1. Rule #1 – Colorful Fruits and Vegetables – Fruits and Vegetables are packed with antioxidants and vitamins.  They are also high in fiber which keeps you feeling fuller for longer.
2. Rule #2 – Substitute Bad Foods for Good Foods – Substitute things like ground turkey for ground beef, squash spaghetti for spaghetti.
3. Rule #3 – Snack Smart – Fruits and Nuts are excellent snacks.  Stay away from chips, cookies, and other bad foods.
4. Rule #4 – Be Prepared with Pre-Made Foods – Being prepared is the easiest way to help your diet’s success.
5. Rule #5 – Switch Up Your Workout – Do something different everyday like sit-ups, push-ups, and walking stairs.
6. Rule #6 – Step It Up with Interval Exercises – Always do interval workouts.  Push yourself as hard as you can for a short time, then take a break for the same amount of time, then repeat.  This is the best way to lose weight with workouts.
7. Rule #7 – Start Your Day with Stretching – This will help prevent injury and get your body warmed up and ready to tackle the day.