3. Chilling out

Relaxing at the weekend is what you need to do after a hard working week. Stress increases cortisol, a hormone that makes us gain weight. Make full use of your weekends by joining yoga classes. Try out meditation or breathing techniques. Massage can also reduce tension.

4. Combine friendships with sports

There are plenty of ways to socialize. Try out something new. Instead of meeting your friend in a caf? or bar where you will be drinking and eating, we suggest you should meet them in a gym or swimming pool. If the weather is good, then you might encourage them to join them on a hike or bike ride. You will both communicate with your friends and keep on losing pounds.