Chad wrote: "Does moving more directly mean you lose fat? No, not really, moving more doesn't mean you've reached a calorie deficit. It can help." Aim for around 10,000 steps daily, or track your current steps, and try and continue to add more than you're getting.

You can get in more steps by taking your conference call during a walk, going to pick up your lunch instead of having it delivered, and setting a timer on your watch to step away from your desk and walking for five minutes at the end of every hour. The extra movement throughout the day will also help you feel more energetic, may inspire more movement, and can prevent muscle aches if you have a job where you sit most of the day.

Not getting enough sleep can make it harder to lose weight because it increases your hunger hormones, which increases your cravings and makes you eat more the next day. Chad also added, "Do you get more and better workouts when you've slept fully? Yes," and that can directly help you burn more calories and lose weight. Shut off the TV, your phone, and lights at a reasonable hour. Chad suggested making time for sleep and waking up happen at the same time, and aim for seven to eight hours each night.

"Water intake is, I believe, one of the best weight-loss tips that you can do," fitness trainer Bob Harper said in an Instagram video. Hunger is often mistaken for thirst, so if you're feeling hungry, try drinking water first. Keep a reusable water bottle nearby, and drink throughout the day. Aim to get at least 80 ounces, but Bob said he drinks at least a gallon of water every day, which has helped him stay energized and "regular."