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Keep Weight Off
8 Secrets of the Naturally Slim
Act like you're a size smaller, and you will be! Find out how thin women thrive in a super-sized world
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How Do They Do It?
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They Choose Satisfied Over Stuffed
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They Realize Hunger Isn't an Emergency
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They Don't Cure Sadness with Food
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They Eat More Fruit
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They're Creatures of Habit
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They Have a Self-Control Gene
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They're Movers and Shakers
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They Sleep Well
They're Movers and Shakers
On average, skinny women are on their feet an extra 2 1/2 hours per day—which can help burn off 33 pounds a year, according to a study from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.
Copy Them: Try a reality check. Studies have shown that people often overestimate how active they really are, says Gallagher. Most people actually spend 16 to 20 hours a day just sitting. Wear a pedometer on an average day, and see how close you get to the recommended 10,000 steps. Your day should combine 30 minutes of structured exercise with a variety of healthy habits, such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator or mopping the floor with extra vigor.
To see how many calories your daily activities burn, try the My Health Trackers tool. It’s easy to get started!
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