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    Overview
   Eat less and exercise more. That's the simple solution to anyone's weight-loss questions. But if it were really that easy, more people would be in great shape. Turns out, some of your other behaviors play a big role in fat loss. Try these 20 tips -- including several surprises -- to fire up your metabolism speed up your lean body transformation.

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    Overview
   Eat less and exercise more. That's the simple solution to anyone's weight-loss questions. But if it were really that easy, more people would be in great shape. Turns out, some of your other behaviors play a big role in fat loss. Try these 20 tips -- including several surprises -- to fire up your metabolism speed up your lean body transformation.

Image Credit: Jacob Ammentorp Lund/iStock/Getty Images

    Overview

Eat less and exercise more. That’s the simple solution to anyone’s weight-loss questions. But if it were really that easy, more people would be in great shape. Turns out, some of your other behaviors play a big role in fat loss. Try these 20 tips – including several surprises – to fire up your metabolism speed up your lean body transformation.

Image Credit: Jacob Ammentorp Lund/iStock/Getty Images

    1. Have a Plan

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    2. Sleep More

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    3. Snack Smarter

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    4. Know How Much You Are Eating

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    5. Move More (LOTS more!)

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    6. Cut Down on Liquid Calories

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    7. Plan a Cheat Day

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    8. Lift Heavy Weights

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    9. Make Yourself Accountable

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    10. Add Workout Variety

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    11. Practice Carb Swapping

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    12. Use Simple Tools

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    13. Rest Less During Exercise

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    14. Try Combination Exercises

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    15. Try Intermittent Fasting

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    16. Eat More Fat

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    17. Eat More Protein

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    18. Become a Heavy Drinker

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    19. Drink Whey Protein

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    20. Be Patient and Give Yourself Time

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