Losing weight may be tough, and it requires discipline. 

Yet when combined with a healthy, balanced diet and regular exercise, a host of surprising actions can help you move the needle on the scale.

“Successful weight loss is a journey that requires dedication and perseverance,” said Michael Hamlin, a Canada-based personal trainer and founder of EverFlex Fitness with over 15 years of experience in the field. 

“Often the reason many people don’t get enough steps in a day is simply because they don’t think about it,” he sai

Smartwatches are an option for tracking your steps throughout the day. (iStock)

“Setting up your watch to buzz at a certain per-hour step goal is both easy and effective in helping to promote additional steps (which will burn more calories) throughout your day,” he said.

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Perri Ormont Blumberg is a contributing lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.