You can do things to burn off those extra calories and shape up anywhere you are, you can think beyond exercising for this. Not to say you don’t have to exercise, think of these tips as a little bonus.

Some studies have shown that caffeine can increase your body’s ability to burn calories, so having a cup of coffee will be a nice little boost to your metabolism through the day.

Doing work to tidy up the house every day is also a good way to expend calories. Activities like cleaning, fixing things, cooking, carrying things around, etc. actually spend a good amount of calories. Plus your house stays in great shape like your body.

Laughing is also, believe it or not, a wonderful way to burn off those extra calories. So be sure, after your hard day’s work, to reward yourself with a great comedy. The more you laugh the better.

Another little secret tip is brisk walking, stepping up the rate at which you step increases your calorie burn. It also makes your boss happy because you look super busy! Also try a light jog if you are really feeling up to it when you are heading home for example, you will get there faster too.

Avoid using the elevator or escalator, take the stairs instead. See if you can get a bicycle and go out for rides with equally adventurous friends during the weekend or even to work every day. You will burn off those extra calories and have nicely toned legs before you know it. you are also doing the environment a favour.

There are a great many ways to burn that extra load of calories, Keep that in mind and possibilities will just pop up before you. Just keep at it on a regular basis and you will see those weight loss goals achieved faster than you thought possible.