Top Diet Plans Explained

Since we are now officially smack in the middle of bikini season I seriously doubt that I am the only Coupon Shack user that was surprised by how much my swimsuit seemed to shrink since I had worn it last year; and since the only solutions available would seemingly be to go buy more swimwear or to drop a few pounds I was left with quite a dilemma. The idea of a diet may sound like not a lot of fun, and truthfully they’re often not, but to me it makes more sense to slim down instead of replacing a closet full of clothes and risking an early death due to being unhealthy. Now don’t get me wrong; I love fried foods and sweets just as much as the next person and losing weight is definitely not appealing, but there are often children and grandchildren to think about and to be around for them something has to change. There are thousands of diet plans out there that promise fantastic results and many of them do in fact work well, but each of us is built differently and no two metabolisms will be exactly alike. This week’s blog will focus on some of the more popular diet plans out there and highlight each of the plan’s strengths.

NutriSystem

NutriSystem may be the most popular diet plan on Earth because absolutely all of the guesswork is eliminated. After enrolling in this plan, your entire weekly food requirements are sent directly to your residence through the mail, each of them pre-packaged with simple heating instructions. That means no counting calories, no worrying about what ingredients to use; just open your freezer and eat the assigned meal. If planning meals is not really your thing there is an entire month’s worth of food designed to help curb your appetite while energizing your metabolism, but you also have the option to customize your diet plan as much as you want. By using the Coupon Shack link above, readers can receive their first month’s worth of food free of charge once they enroll in a plan and select the auto-delivery option.

Weight Watchers

While Weight Watchers also has some great pre-packaged foods available in the supermarket their philosophy is a bit different, because ultimately weight loss contains three components. While many are under the illusion that reducing food intake is the only way to lose weight, both cardiovascular exercise and strength conditioning also make up part of the equation. This program consists of sensible meals for the entire family, conditioning programs, progress charts, and most importantly a support chain that will allow you to remain focused on your ultimate goals. By using the above link, Coupon Shack followers can receive 35% off their first three months; which amounts to almost $30 in savings.

Jenny Craig

For those of you that feel like weight loss is not a possibility; then Jenny Craig may be the diet for you. The plan essentially combines the pre-packaged convenience of NutriSystem and trumps it by adding a personal consultant, which will basically be your motivating voice throughout your weight loss journey. If losing weight were easy then we’d all be skinny, and Jenny Craig realizes that the proper encouragement is often the only hurdle each of us face before realizing that dream. Coupon Shack readers can use the above link to receive a free consultation over the phone about their weight loss concerns, with absolutely no commitment to purchase anything.

Medifast

While the phrase “clinically tested” does not carry a huge amount of respect because of all the infomercials that plague our televisions during the late night hours, rest assured that Medifast has participated in blind studies since 1980 and is recommended by over 20,000 doctors. This plan combines packaged meals, natural fat burning supplements, and tons of information in order to ensure that your weight loss needs are met. Every aspect of your daily intake is calculated from protein and carbohydrate intakes to flavored water and chewing gum, and the cost of this plan averages under $11 per day (which is slightly less than the average person spends on their meals to begin with). Coupon Shack users receive additional discounts depending on which plan they choose; use the above link for additional details.

South Beach Diet

Many who have successfully lost weight using this program insist that it is not a diet at all, but rather a lifestyle that teaches each of us to live healthy and to make the most out of our lives. The South Beach Diet begins with a two week phase that cleanses your body of impurities and eliminates your addictions to caffeine, sugar, and other cravings; which essentially will allow your metabolism to reset itself and work more efficiently. Daily fitness exercises are designed to tone your core muscles and slim your waistline while the generous portions of food provide plenty of energy, and little in this program is left to chance; including the likelihood that you’ll occasionally cheat. The long term goal of this program is to educate each member on sensible life choices and how our body processes what we eat, so this option is great for those who have failed on other diet plans. The above Coupon Shack link offers numerous savings for today’s readers.

eDiets

Since each of us has different weight loss goals and our bodies crave different foods, it is difficult for a single diet plan to encompass every aspect of our lives. The philosophy behind eDiets has proven successful because it fully realizes that many of us have no other option but fast food at lunch or more formal type restaurants at dinnertime, and an individual plan is designed for each of their customers based on these factors. Once selecting the plan of your choice members will have access to a personal trainer, hundreds of workout routines, thousands of healthy online recipes, a solid support system, and most importantly your personalized plan will change as you do. Coupon Shack members can receive an additional 25% off by using the above link as well.

While each individual diet plan has multiple strengths and plenty of support when necessary, the bottom line is that the motivation to become healthy must come from within. Changing your lifestyle to include weight loss may not sound appealing at first, but the feelings of self confidence and general wellness will sneak up on you faster than you’d really expect. While I do not want to play favorites I personally am in my third week with one of the above plans and my bathing suit already fits again; and by next year I may have to downsize. The most important part of any journey is the very first steps…start your new life’s journey today with one of the above plans.

Posted by Keith on October 20, 2010     Tags: Fitness Savings


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