10 Ways to Lose Weight Without Even Trying

Some of the most effective ways to drop a size or two don't involve exercising or restricting foods By Leta Shy Losing weight takes a lot of sweat and discipline, but even if you're not powering through a treadmill interval workoutor counting calories, there are a lot of simple ways to see those pounds drop on the scale. Employing these 10 little tricks daily will help you lose weight, no gym or diet required. RELATED: Learn the secret to flatten your belly and drop weight—for good with The Bikini Body Diet . Prev Next 1of 10 Start Each Meal With a Glass of Water Getty Images You'll stay hydrated and feel fuller instantly, which can help you from overeating. Prev Next 2of 10 Make Simple Swaps Getty Images Going for a vinaigrette dressing instead of a Green Goddess dressing at lunch can save you 80 calories, while opting for fresh fruit instead of dried can save you dozens as well. Get a list of simple swaps to save calories here. Prev Next 3of 10 Have a Piece of Dark Chocolate for Dessert Getty Images [Gambar] Instead of opting for the cookies in the break room, quiet your sugar cravings with a piece of dark chocolate. It may not feel quite as satisfying the first few times, but as you wean yourself off your sugar addiction, you'll be glad you're saving calories while having a healthy yet decadent treat. RELATED: 6 Ways Your Diet Is Messing with Your Metabolism Prev Next 4of 10 Be Diligent About Portion Control Getty Images [Gambar] If you want to lose weight, sticking to the right portions at every meal is important. Measure out snacks beforehand instead of eating from the bag, use smaller plates to visually signal that your meal will satisfy, and put away leftovers so you're not tempted to go back for seconds. Prev Next 5of 10 Move More Getty Images [Gambar] Even if you're not dedicating an entire chunk of time to a workout, you can burn a few extra calories by making an effort to move a little more during the day. Taking breaks to walk around the office, opting for the stairs instead of the escalator, and parking a little farther from the office entrance are all simple ways to up your calorie burn. Prev Next 6of 10 Don't Drink Your Calories Getty Images [Gambar] It's a common reason why you're not seeing results—those empty calories from a daily soda, morning juice, or large glass of wine at dinner can really add up. Stick to water flavored with a fresh ingredients like cucumber, lemon, or mintin order to save on important calories. Prev Next 7of 10 Don't Go Hungry Too Long Getty Images [Gambar] A little hunger can be good for you, but starving yourself all day in order to "splurge" on dessert at night is both unhealthy and diet sabotage. Eat well-timed meals and snacksin order to avoid low blood sugar levels that cause you to crash. Prev Next 8of 10 Snack on High-Protein, High-Fiber Foods Getty Images [Gambar] When it's time to snack, make your food work for you. Steer clear of the empty, high-calorie options like chips and crackers, and go for protein- and fiber-rich foods that taste good and fill you up too. You'll be able to eat fewer calories while still feeling satisfied. One of these 150-calorie snackswill surely hit the spot. Prev Next 9of 10 Eat a Light, Early Dinner Getty Images [Gambar] Try to keep your dinner to about 25 percent of your daily calories, and have it at least two to three hours before going to bed. Eating too much too late can cause digestion and sleep issues that make it hard to stick to a healthy routine. Prev Next 10of 10 Get More Sleep Getty Images [Gambar] Lack of sleep can cause you to eat more throughout the day and not have enough energy for your workouts, so aim for at least seven hours of sleep every night. It's an easy and effective way to keep your weight-loss goals on the right track http://www.shape.com/weight-loss/weight-loss-strategies/10-ways-lose-weight-without-even-trying