1. Anytime you take the stairs at home or at work, double step (every other stair). This is similar to the lunge, which is great for firming legs and butt.
2. Commit to always taking the stairs. Set a number (6 times) and make yourself achieve it by the end of the day.
3. Re-route. Take the longest route to your destination, ex. walk to the farthest bathroom, or around the office before dropping off that paperwork.
4. Invest in a pedometer. Try increasing your distance daily. This is also a great way to actually keep track of how much activity you really are getting.

Don’t make it harder than it already is…avoid some of the most common weight loss mistakes!

1. Setting unrealistic goals.
Consider your age, body type, hormones (thyroid, menopause), sex, stress level, and ability to exercise. Yes, it is great to set a goal or even multiple goals, but don’t make them to look like Cameron Diaz or Matthew McConaughey. People are unique and therefore will lose at different rates from different areas.

2. Once I finish the diet, I can go back to eating like I was.

#10 - Every extra pound of fat you have requires your body to make and maintain an extra mile of blood vessels.