Here are some fitness and weight loss tips that have proven to work:

1. Exercise in moderation. This may seem obvious, but many people reason that if working out gets them in shape and make them lose Weight, then working out more will get them in better shape. Well, the truth is that your body needs rest just as much as it needs exercise. If you find yourself fatigued most of the times these days, you’re probably either working out too much or you have other stressors in your life that need to be reduced. Also, find out what the target workout heart rate is for your age and size. If you are going too much in excess of this number, you need to cut back a little.

2. Try Resistance Bands.
Resistance bands are easier to use and offer more flexibility than barbells, dumbbells and hand weights. You can really step up your weight training routine by adding some strength exercises that use a resistance band. Keep safety in mind and take care to secure your resistance band around sturdy objects and make sure that your hands don’t get sweaty or slippery while exercising with the band.

3. Stay away from alcohol while working out.
You should never drink alcohol before working out. Even if you are not going to work out for several hours, you should still steer clear of alcohol. It can slow your reflexes which can result in injury. Additionally, alcohol causes you to be dehydrated. If you must have alcohol (just remember even lite alcohol has calories) do it after your workout - and after you have hydrated with water.

4. Don’t Over Train
Although you can experience fast weight loss in the beginning, overtraining can really blow your workout and decrease the effects of all of your hard work. One of the first indications of overtraining is an elevated resting pulse. If you take your pulse first thing in the morning and it is elevated (10 or more beats) you may be overtraining. Other symptoms are fatigue and a feeling of workout burnout. Try to cut back on your workout for a week or so and see if things improve. If you have other symptoms such as fever, see your doctor.

5. Use sports drinks judiciously. Sports drinks should not be used by people getting a casual workout. They are formulated to replace the fluids, sugars, and salts in people during severe workouts. They are not formulated to aid in weight loss, having very high amounts of processed sugar. For workouts that burn less than 750 calories on cool days, you are generally better off drinking water. You may wish to use sports drinks on days when you sweat excessively during your workout, but water is still usually a good option.

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