It must be that time of year, because it seems as though every mum I know is on a diet at the moment, determined to be yummy rather than slummy this summer. Some are counting points, one has cut out carbs, and two are on slimming shakes. <\/p>\n
But apart from trying to kick my toast\/butter\/marmite addiction, I won’t be trying any quick fix or starvation diets. <\/p>\n
I’ve interviewed countless successful slimming mums, celebrities and fitness experts over the years and all of them, without exception, tell you the same thing. The best way to lose weight – and keep it off – is to eat sensibly and be more active. You don’t have to spend hours in the gym, but power walking (alone or with a pushchair), running, playing netball or even practising your cha cha cha in the privacy of your living room will all help. <\/p>\n
Sadly, finishing off your kids’ leftovers and slumping in front of the soaps with a packet of biscuits will have the opposite effect. <\/p>\n
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