5 Smart Ways to Beat Setbacks

Daily Newsletter February 15, 2015 How to Tame Temptations 5 Smart Ways to Beat Setbacks We all give in to temptations sometimes, especially when it comes to eating. So if you occasionally slip up while following the South Beach Diet, does it mean you've failed? Not even close! Everyone is bound to have moments of weakness, and the good news is that it's never too late to get back on track.Follow these tips to fight off temptation. SHARE IT: Focus on Fitness Interval Training 101 Doing interval exercise, in which you alternate short bursts of intense effort with easier recovery periods, not only helps you lose weight (and keep it off for the long haul), but it also strengthens your heart and lungs, reduces bad LDL cholesterol, and helps your body control blood sugar swings. Learn more about interval exercise. Ask the South Beach Diet Can you ever go back on Phase 1? While Phase 1 is a nutritionally sound way of eating, it's not recommended over the long term. If you were to stay on this Phase indefinitely, you wouldn't get the myriad vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients found in whole fruits and whole grains. Learn why you should move on to Phase 2.