What to do (and not to do) to lose weight efficiently

Are you trying to get your body in swimsuit ready shape? You likely aren't alone and as spring descends upon the country the number of people trying to lose weight and tone up is only going to increase.

Losing weight is hard work, but sometimes we make it harder than it has to be by avoiding exercise or depriving ourselves into a slower metabolism or even binge eating. If you're trying to lose weight, check out this article from eDiets about the dos and don'ts of weight loss. According to author and fitness guru Brad Schoenfeld, successful dieters:

Do:

• Eat at least 1,200 calories per day (maybe more)
• Eat frequent small meals
• Drink green tea
• Exercise past your comfort zone
• Eat foods rich in omega-3s
• Schedule an occasional "cheat" day

Don't:

• Skip the strength training
• Limit calories or nutrition to the extreme
• Put a deadline on losing weight

What about you? What would you add to this list?