Simple ways to increase activity include:
* taking a walk after meals
* using stairs when practical
* parking farther away
movement breaks during work
* walking while talking on the phone
Consistency matters more than trying to do an exhausting workout once a week.
## 7. Add Strength Training
Weight loss should ideally preserve as much muscle as possible.
Resistance training can help maintain or build muscle while you lose fat.
Options include:
* bodyweight squats
* push-ups
* resistance bands
* dumbbells
* gym machines
* weight training
More muscle does not magically make weight disappear, but maintaining muscle supports strength, function, and long-term metabolic health.
## 8. Sleep Enough
Poor sleep can make weight loss harder.
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