How to Lose 10 Pounds Fast... the Safe & Healthy Way!

If you're like me and just want a solution that works -- right away -- here it is. These are the basic steps I took to lose 10 lbs fast:

1. Cut out all processed foods for at least 2 weeks. Eat only natural, unprocessed foods for a couple of weeks, then switch to a carb rotation diet. That means even cutting breads, pastas, and other wheat/grain products! Get at least 90% of your weekly calories from lean proteins, high-fiber "good" carbs (e.g. vegetables, fruits, beans, etc.), and healthy fats (e.g. olive oil, natural peanut butter, etc.). Have 1 "cheat" meal a week where you can eating anything and as much as you want.

2. Do short, higher-intensity workouts 3-4 times a week. This will burn fat while also forcing your body to pump out powerful steroid-like hormones that boost your metabolism while preserving lean muscle.

3. Take whey protein powder and a good multivitamin. These are the best "support" supplements for losing weight in a fast but healthy way. Whey protein, especially, is great for making ultra-healthy, appetite-suppressing protein shakes.

4. Stay focused and motivated. Do whatever it takes to stay focused on your goal of losing 10 pounds fast. The more focused and motivated you are, the easier it will be to lose the weight quickly. Write down your goal on paper and read it daily. Surround yourself with photos of fit, lean people. Watch motivational videos daily.

That's pretty much it. If you follow those simple steps I can practically guarantee that you'll lose at least 10 pounds fast... probably within 2 to 3 weeks! The key to success is to make each of the things above a "must do" every day of the week and to keep going until you've shed those ugly pounds of body fat.

If you want a more detailed version continue reading below...

Step 1: Get focused

I thought about my goal of losing 10 pounds almost constantly. I actively visualized myself with ten fewer pounds of ugly blubber on my body several times per day. After just a few days of "forcing" myself to focus on my goal it became a habit and I did it almost automatically. After that, everything became much easier and I began to build unstoppable momentum!

Step 2: Boost your energy

I knew from experience that I wouldn't be able to lose the weight without high energy levels. So I took steps to boost my energy naturally. I started getting at least 7 hours of sleep per night. I also started drinking large amounts of water every day... about 60 to 70 ounces. I avoided simple sugars, junk foods, and most processed carbohydrates (including bread and pasta). Finally, I started taking a low-cost green tea-based energy supplement in the mornings.

Step 3: Eat "clean-burning" foods

About 90% of my weekly calories came from "clean-burning" foods... mainly lean proteins, unprocessed carbs, and healthy fats. I didn't cut my calorie intake drastically, I just cut out pretty much all the junk. I ate no refined sugars or flours. I also rotated my intake of starchy carbs (e.g. potatoes, rice, corn, etc.). One day a week I had a couple of huge "cheat" meals where I ate pretty much anything I wanted. Eating like this kept my metabolism fired up and "off balance" so it couldn't adapt and slow down. Losing 10 pounds fast is SO much easier when you have a healthy metabolism!

Step 4: Learn how to control hunger and "carb cravings"

Allowing yourself to get very hungry is a big mistake... one a lot of people make! The same goes for trying to cut out all starchy carbs (ala the low-carb Atkins diet). Both things eventually lead to overeating and frustration. I was able to control my hunger and what I call "carb cravings" by taking the following steps:

-- eat a small, high-protein meal or snack every 2-3 hours during the day
-- eat lots of high-fiber "good carbs" throughout the day (my favorites are fresh fruits, nuts, and beans)
-- rotate or "cycle" your intake of carbohydrates in a way that speeds up fat loss yet allows you to enjoy some of your favorite carb foods
-- take a natural energy booster/appetite suppressant (such as green tea extract or yerba mate extract)

Step 5: Do short, efficient workouts regularly

Three to five times a week I did a short (20-40 minutes), fun, interval-based workout. Intervals are short bursts of high-intensity exercise that are followed by brief "active recovery" periods. I did both cardio exercise and full-body strength exercise, and I changed up my workouts constantly. By doing this kind of efficient exercise I was able to accomplish several things:

-- I didn't get bored or "burned out" by forcing myself to do lots of boring/painful cardio
-- I burned tons of calories and fats during the workout
-- I burned even more fat AFTER the workout, due to the metabolic changes interval exercise creates in the body
-- I was able to add a bit of lean muscle, even though I was cutting calories, which helped to boost my metabolism even more!

So that's pretty much it. Those are the steps I took to lose 10 pounds fast... but also in a safe, healthy way. It was the first time I had combined all these techniques into the same program and I was literally amazed at how quickly and easily the weight came off. By focusing your mind, boosting your energy naturally, eating a "clean-burning" diet, controlling hunger and food cravings, and doing efficient workouts regularly I honestly feel that just about anyone -- male or female -- can lose 10 lbs fast... and in a way that will allow them to continue losing weight for as long as they want!

If you decide to give these techniques a try, please be sure to let me know how they worked for you by leaving a comment in the "feedback" section below. Thanks and good luck!

Looking for the best way to lose pounds fast? Losing weight quickly, safely, and in a healthy manner really isn't that difficult. It just takes some focus, momentum, smart eating, efficient exercise, and effective supplementation... all wrapped up in a system proven to burn fat the right way.

Forget about starvation dieting, grueling exercise regimens, and expensive fat loss supplements. None of that stuff works very well. In fact, most "typical" quick weight loss methods will only leave you burned out and with more body fat (and often a slower metabolism) than when you started!

The simple guide below will outline the steps you should take anytime you want to lose some weight quickly. Follow it closely and you could be 10 pounds lighter in just a couple of weeks...

A simple, obvious, vital and (incredibly) often ignored step is to just get started! Don't wait until the "perfect" time/situation to start losing pounds. Yes, I know it's not easy to get going. But "action" is always your best friend. Just go ahead and get started... right away! If you use the techniques outlined below you should start seeing results within just a couple of days. That will help you build the kind of powerful momentum you'll need to lose those ten pounds as quickly as possible.

Get motivated

Lasting motivation is vital for fast, healthy weight loss. You can build motivation by doing the following things:

1. Write down your goal and read it several times a day. Something like: "I will lose 10 pounds by April 15th by eating a healthy diet, doing efficient exercise, and taking good supplements".

2. Spend some time each day -- at least 5 to 10 minutes -- visualizing your goal. Think about how great you'll look and feel after you've gotten rid of several pounds of ugly body fat.

3. Get some magazines and cut out photos of people with fit, lean, and sexy bodies. Post them where you'll see them often and where you'll most need a motivation boost... such as the refrigerator door!

Note: You may think that lack of motivation won't be a problem for you, but this step is vitally important... so don't skip it!

High energy is important if you want to slim down as quickly as possible. You can boost your energy naturally by getting at least 7-8 hours of quality sleep per night, drinking at least 60-70 ounces of pure water and/or sugar-free tea per day, and avoiding alcohol as much as possible. Also, simply avoiding large doses of sugar and caffeine can go a long way toward boosting your energy and helping you lose pounds in a healthy way.

Most people think they need to practically starve themselves in order to lose weight fast. Doing that may help you to lose a few pounds quickly, but it will also leave you feeling like crap. Plus, after you've lost the initial weight, you'll almost definitely have a slowed-down metabolism that will make it extremely difficult to continue losing pounds... or even to keep those first few pounds off.

A MUCH better solution is to eat a diet full of healthy, "clean burning" foods. These are natural foods that your body is designed to thrive on and that assist in the fat-burning process. They give you tons of energy, stimulate your metabolism, and really improve the way you feel overall. More importantly, they don't spike your blood sugar and insulin levels, making it much easier to lose fat fast.

The best examples of "clean burning" foods are: lean meats, fish, eggs, vegetables, raw fruits, bean and legumes, nuts and seeds, and healthy fats like virgin olive oil and avocado. Less "great" -- but still very good -- examples of fat loss-friendly foods are low-fat dairy products and natural, healthy starches like 100% whole grain foods and sweet potatoes. While starchy carbs can have a place in an effective fat-burning program, you should learn how to rotate your carb intake in a way that boosts the metabolism and prevents fat gain.

If you make these foods the basis of your diet, you'll have more energy and you'll lose those 10 pounds much faster. On the other hand, if you eat large amounts of simple sugars, processed carbohydrates, trans fats, and/or fried foods you'll probably continue packing on the pounds.

Doing short workouts based around highly efficient forms of exercise is one of the best ways to get rid of extra pounds in a short amount of time. Forget about spending hours in the gym or jogging on a treadmill. Instead focus on doing intense, but "fun", exercise for about 20-30 minutes four to six days a week. Do both strength training and cardiovascular exercise for best results.

One of the most powerful fat loss techniques around is called "interval training". It involves doing short bursts of higher-intensity exercise followed by brief active recovery periods. The simplest example is running a 50 yard wind-sprint and then walking back to the starting line, and repeating several times. Besides burning a ton of calories, this form of ultra-efficient exercise causes your body to produce powerful hormones that burn fat and stimulate muscle growth... even while you're sleeping!

Most "weight loss" supplements provide little or no benefit. There are a few low-cost supplements that can really help you speed up your fat loss progress. They are: low-carb whey protein powder, omega 3 fats, and multivitamins. Whey protein is a powerful metabolism-booster and muscle-builder. It also can help protect your health (especially the immune system) while cutting calories. Omega 3 fats are the best of the "good" fats and most people don't get nearly enough of them through diet alone. Taking omega 3's every day can boost your energy, optimize your metabolism, and greatly improve your overall health. Multivitamins are simply low-cost nutritional "insurance" that guarantee you're getting the vitamins and minerals you need to lose pounds quickly.

One of the best tips for losing pounds in a fast and healthy way is to get yourself an easy-to-follow, step-by-step "expert" guide to burning fat written by one of the world's top fitness professionals. The steps outlined above can point you in the right direction but, for the best and fastest fat loss results possible, I highly recommend taking a look at either the "Truth About Abs" program from Mike Geary or the "Turbulence Training" program from Craig Ballantyne.

They're both excellent guides written by true experts and you can't go wrong with either one!

Well, that's about it! You now know the "basics" for losing 10 or more pounds in a fast, safe, and healthy way. I honestly believe that just about anyone can take this relatively simple program and start burning fat and losing inches today. Good luck and God bless!