Claire Nasir: ‘My top diet tips’
Wednesday 25 January 2012
After overhauling her diet and exercise regime last year with amazing results, Clare Nasir, 41, reveals how she's been maintaining her weight loss
In 2010, the 5ft 1 ITV weather girl went from a size 16 and 10st 5lbs to a tiny size 8. After exercising regularly with a personal trainer and following a high-protein diet, she went down to 7 ½ st. And now, more than a year on, Clare is a healthy 8st and a size 8.
She says: “I’ve put on 7lbs, but I look better for it. It’s a more realistic weight to maintain.”
Here, Clare reveals how you can keep off those pounds – just like she has.
Small plate = Small waist
“I used to eat the same portions as my husband, Chris, but soon realised that was contributing to my weight gain. Now, I use a smaller plate so I can control my portion sizes and not feel tempted to overeat.”
Have weekends off
“I have three strict days, where I really watch what I eat, and two moderate days. I then eat and drink what I want at weekends – I love my sauvignon blanc! That way, I don’t feel deprived. Plus it’s easier to stick to than a rigid seven-day diet.”
Don't get hungry!
“I don’t like to get too hungry as it makes me crave junk food. I eat six small meals a day and snack on veg and lean ham. If I’m at home, I’ll cook prawns and garlic – that keeps me going between meals.”
To read the rest of Claire's helpful tips on how to maintain your weight loss, get this week's Closer!
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