The 10 Habits of Highly Successful Dieters Diet experts and successful dieters agree that good habits are key to losing weight sustainably , focusing on less fattening food and certain exercises . Here are 10 habits that can help you shed extra flab in the fattening holiday season ahead . 1 . Sufficient sleep . Studies reveal that when we don ' t get enough sleep , our bodies tend to take in more calories than usual . We keep eating not because we ' re hungry but because of the stress from insufficient sleep . 2 . Eat a lot of onions with meat . A special substance in onions helps your body break down fat , and they are more effective eaten raw rather than cooked . 3 . Keep your heels off the floor while you wash the dishes . It may not seem like much in the way of exercise , but it is very effective . Stand with your feet about shoulder - width apart and raise your heels off the floor . Maintain the position for 10 to 20 minutes . Make it a habit and you ' ll have thinner ankles and a more toned bottom . 4 . At night , eat fruit like bananas and watermelon . Many people believe all fruits are non - fattening and it is therefore fine to eat them late in the evening . But smart dieters check the calorie count before crunching into their late - night snack . Bananas and watermelon are great : they are low in calories and stimulate the digestive tract . 5 . Massage your abdomen during your evening bath or shower . Massages help your internal organs work properly and get rid of constipation and excess fat . 6 . Stand on tiptoe on the subway for beautiful calves . on your way home from work on the subway or bus , slightly lift one foot up and stand on tiptoe on the other foot . This , too , makes for a more shapely leg . Get off a stop earlier and walk home at a brisk pace : there is no better exercise for burning fat . 7 . Always ask for an extra glass of water when you have a drink . Alcoholic beverages should be taboo to dieters , as both spirits and beer are high in calories . If you have to have a drink , drink a lot of water in between . Water dissolves alcohol and makes you feel full so it can help you drink less . 8 . Drink green tea instead of water when you ' re thirsty . No more need to be said about the effect of green tea . Green tea dissolves fat and slows down aging . Have a cup every day and get healthier and younger skin . 9 . Do not watch TV lying down . Lying in front of the TV with the remote in your hand after dinner is the easiest way to gain weight . Sit keeping your back straight and do some stretching instead . 10 . Look at yourself in a full - length mirror as much as possible . Check out how you look with your own eyes , especially before and after dinner . It helps you stay focused on your diet and motivates you to get in good shape . 공유 하 기 글 요소