How to Lose 3 Pounds Real Fast

We get lots of questions about the best way to lose 20 pounds, 30 pounds, 50 pounds -- sometimes as many as 100 pounds -- in the fastest way possible. The questions are usually from someone who knows little or nothing about healthy weight loss but has some kind of big event, such as a wedding or party, coming up in the next few weeks.

Unfortunately the truth is that there's no simple answer to these types of questions. Everyone is different, with different circumstances, different metabolisms, different emotions, and different likes and dislikes regarding diet and exercise.

Losing that kind of weight in a healthy way -- and keeping it off over time -- takes a huge amount of dedication and self-discipline. Most people simply aren't prepared physically, mentally, or emotionally. They end up biting off more than they can chew.

95% of people who start off with some huge, unrealistic weight loss goal are going to be very disappointed. They're gonna hit the "brick wall" very quickly in terms of both energy and motivation. No matter how much you think you want it, you're simply not going to lose 20 pounds of fat and get "six pack" abs in the next 3 weeks. Sorry... but it's the truth!

What I like to tell people is this: how about starting off with 3 pounds? Just three measly pounds. This is a very realistic short-term weight loss goal for just about everyone. Plus, losing 3 pounds of body fat and toning your muscles just a little through proper exercise can have a big impact on the way you look and feel.

If you do it right, losing those initial 3 lbs can be your springboard to much bigger weight loss success. You'll learn what it takes to lose weight the right way. Plus, if you use the healthy fat-burning techniques below, you'll end up with a boosted metabolism (not to mention boosted self-confidence) and some vital momentum to fuel you on your way to a leaner, fitter body!

Sound good? Here we go...


5 Steps to Lose 3 Pounds Fast

1. "See" what you want. Every day spend some time mentally visualizing yourself losing weight, being confidant, and feeling fantastic. Have a clear image of what you want in mind at all times. Goal visualization is a very powerful "fast success" tool that everyone should use.

2. Boost your energy. Make sure you have the energy you need to lose pounds quickly by getting at least 7 hours of quality sleep per night, avoiding soda, sweets and other junk foods, and drinking about 60-70 ounces of pure water per day. Start off each day with a big glass of water and, if possible, a few minutes of light, refreshing exercise.

3. Cut out white carbs. Stop eating all highly-processed "white" carbs and you could easily lose 3 pounds in a couple of weeks... without doing anything else! The worst -- and most common -- white carb foods are white sugars and white flours (e.g. white bread, pasta, etc.). Other white foods you may want to avoid include white potatoes and white rice, as these are starches that are easily converted into sugar once you eat them.

4. Eat protein and plants. The "perfect" meal for fast fat loss is one based around a lean protein, raw or lightly cooked vegetables (especially the leafy green variety), a serving of beans or legumes (no sugar added of course) for appetite-killing carbs, and some good fats (e.g. from olive oil or avocado). No sugars, bad fats, bad starches, fried foods, or processed carbohydrates. Most, if not all, of your daily calories should come from lean proteins, oily fish, vegetables, nuts, seeds, raw fruit, and healthy fats. Limit, or at least cycle, your intake of starchy carbs (grains, rice, potatoes, etc.). You'll spike your metabolism and you'll be losing pounds every day!

5. Do short, effective workouts. Don't spend hours every week jogging on a treadmill. Instead, do a short, fun, and intense workout every other day or so. Combine weight training with HIIT -- high-intensity interval training cardio. Do full-body workouts and keep them to under 40 minutes in length. Exercising like this will help you lose those 3 pounds in a very short amount of time, while also toning your muscles in a way that will make it look like you've lost much more than just three lbs!

That's it. Follow the proven steps above and you'll lose 3 pounds fast. Possibly a whole lot more. Just focus on that simple, highly-attainable goal. The rest will soon follow!