Diet Fitness Questions and Answers
I weigh 120 and want to get to 110 ..?
tips ? i need themAnswers: healthy eating and excercise always works ; )
Cut WAY BACK on your soda intake.....(If you have to have a soda drink Sprite Zero)
When you drink milk...Drink skim or 2%...
I also cut down to one cup of coffee in the mornings.... No Starbucks specialty drinks...lolol
Drink a glass of water before your meal and you'll eat less.
Cut down on your food portions.
Cut Way Back on or eliminate any desserts (Like Ice Cream or candies)
Choose fruit instead for example....
In general make healthier choices in amounts in what you drink and eat.
(Eat fast food as little as possible.....If you do choose wisely....These days fast food places are giving you more choices with healthier options....Such as Wendys- salad instead of french fries or Subway- yogart,raisons or apple slices instaed of chips.)
These are things I have done and in 5 months or less.
I have lost 10lbs so far.
Exercise Helps: (Walking(walking the mall when weather is bad) ,Swimming and Bike rideing)
Fat skinny or OK?
im 5'3 and 12 i weigh 120 right now but i change from 118 ti 120 through out the day. i always feel fat and very self conciouse. everytime i set up a plan of what im going to eat each day i alway eat something else thats not very healthy and feel totaly stuffed afterwards and wish i could just throw it all up. i know throwing your food up on purpose is so bad and that's why i don't so i try to tell my self im healthy and it's ok to splurge sometimes on sweets but i still feel fat. oh ya im a girl if that helps any.Answers: Your fluctuations are due to water weight. Not fat in your body.
Throughout the day as you drink more, you gain water weight.
This is nothing to be alarmed about. You are 12 years old, you aren't even done developing yet (or you might not have even started) It would be unhealthy at this point for you to go on a "diet"
If you want to feel better about what you eat try a 90-10 plan.
This is where you eat 90% healthy food, and allow yourself to splurge 10% on whatever you want to eat.
If you want to be healthy, try to eat as many unprocessed foods as you can (as opposed to canned or boxed food) Try eating raw fruits. Drinking lots of water also helps your body digest food, and flush toxins from your body.
Don't worry about losing weight. You are at a normal weight for your height. Enjoy being young- when you get older and become less active, then I would worry about staying healthy and in shape, but right now, just enjoy life. Go ride your bike!
Forearm exercieses?
Are there any exercises that I can do to increase the size of forearm especially the part near the wrist? That area has always been a lot smaller than the rest of my forearm.Answers: OK, you want your forearms to get big. Exercises is the key, but you need to eat correct as well. Remember, when you exercise any part of your body part, you are basically breaking down tissue, and you need the protein you eat to rebuild it bigger and bigger this will eventually give you a thickness to your forearm, so eat right, high in protein and carbs, low in fat, 15 to 30 minutes after your forearm workout
, take 5 grams of glutamine as well. Now with the exercise, sit down with a a bar with light weight and lift the bar up or down repeatedly, also tie a rope onto a bar and put some weight on the end of the rope at the bottom, then start to twist the bar until you pull the weight all the way up, now this is a sure burn you will feel. Remember eat high in protein, carbs, low in fat after your forearm workout and add that with some intense forearm exercises that I mention, you will be sure to see a difference. Strong forearms are the key to bigger biceps, when you make your forearms stronger, you can lift more weight, which in turn will result in bigger biceps and other upper body parts, such as bench pressing or shoulder lifts.
hammer curls
What exercises can i do to flatten and tone my stomach?
Anything will be appreciatedAnswers: I would try salsa! Its all the hip movement that really triggers the abs.
Though there are many good excersises...cruches are still the best....but instead of regualr ones...stack your feet on top of each other (heels to toe) with both legs extended and try it that way....you can feel yourself working the lower abs...
Someone want to make me a diet plan?
something that will help me loose a couple of pounds THANKS!Answers: First stop drinking soda of any kind also coffee and tea. There has been a study and it has proven that caffeine stops you from loosing weight it will take about a week to get it out of you system give it a try.
Remember to ck the portions on each package, like did you know there are 4 servings in a pint of ice cream? So the calories on the package is for 1 protion. Stay way from red meat for a while and eat fish, chicken, turkey but the size is the palm of your hand no bigger eat lots of veggies and fruit. Do not forget your milk some people drink low fat 2 percent but I still like my whole milk just keep it to 2 cups a day. Drink at least 3 20oz bottles of water a day water is the key to help you lose weight.
)Avoid all white foods except cauliflower and white beans .... all all foods made with white flour.
No white rice, pasta, bread, dairy products, potatoes, desserts, cheese , sugar products
I promise, you will lose weight. When you are comfortable with your new weight, reintroduce these foods but in small portions.
2) Eat smaller portions and limit red meat to twice a week.
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What is up with my weight?
i am a 14 year old female and i used to way 118 than 3 weeks later i weighed 127 and know i way 123 what is up with my body??Answers: you should always weigh yourself at the same time... I do right before I shower, cause then food and clothes don't weigh me down (sorry for hte imagery there lol). Even then, my weight fluctuates between 120 and 130. Its all ok.
I've had the same thing going on - I'm almost 15. I decided to stop weighing myself. Your body will grow at its own rate, and it will get itself at a healthy spot if I just eat well and excersise.
So don't worry about your weight - it changes constantly. Just eat healthy and excersise and you've got nothing to worry about!
Laureen,
ur 14 . ur weight is going to go up as u grow and Some times in spurts.
suggest u weigth ur self only in mornings for true lbs and once a week.
don't worry about lbs (unless u pick up 50 in one month) and don't get taller.
it's possible that your body did change a few pounds in 3 weeks but it is unlikely you actaully gained 9 pounds. did you weight yourself on the same scale each time? if not, it is possible that one of the scales is just not very accurate. "water" weight gain is also possible ... you can go up or down a few pounds (especially if you exercise a lot) during the day from fluids. other things such as medications and certain foods might also make you retain more water and therefore weigh more.
I would not worry about this unless you have other problems ... if you are wondering if you are really gaining weight (which you really should be at your age ... you are growing) then look for a consistent increase in your weight after you wiegh yourself over the course of several weeks ... not just two measurements
How to lose 10 pounds in 2-3 months?
im a 13 year old and i weight 176and i want to lose 10 pounds in 2- 3 months
dont seay its impossible cuz its not.
AND IF YOURE GOING TO SAY I DONT NEED TO OR IM TO YOUNG DONT ANSWERS THE QUESTION.
Suggestionsand maybe a good diet
Answers: Just reduce your calorie intake to a reasonable amount.
Cut out the junk food, such as crisps, sweets, etc and eat lots of fruit and vegetables. Drink plenty of water too, this can flush out toxins.
Stay away from fried and greasy foods like burgers, chips, as well as fast food restaurants like KFC and McDonalds (McDonalds is the worst ever! The meals contain so many calories you can end up consuming your daily calorie intake in ONE meal. Disgusting.)
I know this may sound silly, but only eat when you're hungry (many people eat because its the right time of the day, even if they're not hungry) and stop when you're full.
Make sure you have a healthy breakfast to kick start your metabolism.
Also, sometimes people mistake thirst for hunger. Try drinking if you think you're hungry.
Make sure you chew your food properly, so its easier for you to digest it.
Try to do more exercise too. You should be doing at LEAST one hour a day.
Losing 10 pounds in 2-3 months should be very easy. First, you must be dedicatied to your diet and exercise routine. For 2 days count your calories on a sheet of paper. If you eat more than 2000 calories that is to much. You need to find healthy alternative foods. In I eat 2 eggs with 2 slices of bread with a cup of fruit and a cup of regular oatmeal. At lunch I have a turkey sandwich with a slice of cheese, a bottled water, a cup of fruit, and a salad. For dinner, I would eat a 8oz. piece of chicken, a cup of pasta, a fruit smoothie, and a cup or 2 of vegtables. Sticking to this diet is half the work.
You must also have some kind of physical activity 5 times a week for at least 45 min. a day. You can jog or try to jog a mile on monday. Play basketball, play with friends in the neighborhood, ride a bike, etc. Make it fun, if you just do the same thing every day you get board of it and quit.
Also, if you stick to physical activity 45 min. a day you can have 1 fat food serving a day, and some soda once a week.
If you stay to this diet plan you should lose weight, but if you cheat and eat fat foods and don't exercise you will not see any results.
I don't know how much you eat but cutting down your calories takes determination. Do not be a quitter.
Weight loss is a tricky topic. Lots of people are unhappy with their present weight, but most aren't sure how to change it — and many would be better off staying where they are. You may want to look like the models or actors in magazines and on TV, but those goals might not be healthy or realistic for you. Besides, no magical diet or pill will make you look like someone else.
So what should you do about weight control?
Being healthy is really about being at a weight that is right for you. The best way to find out if you are at a healthy weight or if you need to lose or gain weight is to talk to a doctor or dietitian. He or she can compare your weight with healthy norms to help you set realistic goals. If it turns out that you can benefit from weight loss then you can follow a few of the simple suggestions listed below to get started.
Weight management is about long-term success. People who lose weight quickly by crash dieting or other extreme measures usually gain back all (and often more) of the pounds they lost because they haven't permanently changed their habits. Therefore, the best weight management strategies are those that you can maintain for a lifetime. That's a long time, so we'll try to keep these suggestions as easy as possible!
Make it a family affair. Ask your mom or dad to lend help and support and to make dietary or lifestyle changes that might benefit the whole family, if possible. Teens who have the support of their families tend to have better results with their weight management programs. But remember, you should all work together in a friendly and helpful way — making weight loss into a competition is a recipe for disaster!
Watch your drinks. It's amazing how many extra calories can be lurking in the sodas, juices, and other drinks that you take in every day. Simply cutting out a couple of cans of soda or switching to diet soda can save you 360 calories or more each day. Drink lots of water or other sugar-free drinks to quench your thirst and stay away from sugary juices and sodas. Switching from whole to nonfat or low-fat milk is also a good idea.
Start small. Small changes are a lot easier to stick with than drastic ones. Try reducing the size of the portions you eat and giving up regular soda for a week. Once you have that down, start gradually introducing healthier foods and exercise into your life.
Stop eating when you're full. Lots of people eat when they're bored, lonely, or stressed, or keep eating long after they're full out of habit. Try to pay attention as you eat and stop when you're full. Slowing down can help because it takes about 20 minutes for your brain to recognize how much is in your stomach. Sometimes taking a break before going for seconds can keep you from eating another serving.
Avoid eating when you feel upset or bored — try to find something else to do instead (a walk around the block or a trip to the gym are good alternatives). Many people find it's helpful to keep a diary of what they eat and when. Reviewing the diary later can help them identify the emotions they have when they overeat or whether they have unhealthy habits. A registered dietitian can give you pointers on how to do this.
Eat less more often. Many people find that eating a couple of small snacks throughout the day helps them to make healthy choices at meals. Stick a couple of healthy snacks (carrot sticks, a low-fat granola bar, pretzels, or a piece of fruit) in your backpack so that you can have one or two snacks during the day. Adding healthy snacks to your three squares and eating smaller portions when you sit down to dinner can help you to cut calories without feeling deprived.
Five a day keep the pounds away. Ditch the junk food and dig out the fruits and veggies! Five servings of fruits and veggies aren't just a good idea to help you lose weight — they'll help keep your heart and the rest of your body healthy. Other suggestions for eating well: replace white bread with whole wheat, trade your sugary sodas for lots of water and a few cups of low-fat milk, and make sure you eat a healthy breakfast. Having low-sugar, whole grain cereal and low-fat milk and a piece of fruit is a much better idea than inhaling a donut as you run to the bus stop or eating no breakfast at all! A registered dietitian can give you lots of other snack and menu ideas.
Avoid fad diets. It's never a good idea to trade meals for shakes or to give up a food group in the hope that you'll lose weight — we all need a variety of foods to stay healthy. Stay away from fad diets because you're still growing and need to make sure you get proper nutrients. Avoid diet pills (even the over-the-counter or herbal variety). They can be dangerous to your health; besides, there's no evidence that they help keep weight off over the long term.
Don't banish certain foods. Don't tell yourself you'll never again eat your absolutely favorite peanut butter chocolate ice cream or a bag of chips from the vending machine at school. Making these foods forbidden is sure to make you want them even more. Also, don't go fat free: You need to have some fat in your diet to stay healthy, so giving up all fatty foods all the time isn't a good idea. The key to long-term success is making healthy choices most of the time. If you want a piece of cake at a party, go for it! But munch on the carrots rather than the chips to balance it out.
Get moving. You may find that you don't need to cut calories as much as you need to get off your behind. Don't get stuck in the rut of thinking you have to play a team sport or take an aerobics class to get exercise. Try a variety of activities from hiking to cycling to rowing until you find ones you like.
Not a jock? Find other ways to fit activity into your day: walk to school, jog up and down the stairs a couple of times before your morning shower, turn off the tube and help your parents in the garden, or take a stroll past your crush's house — anything that gets you moving. Your goal should be to work up to 60 minutes of exercise every day. But everyone has to begin somewhere. It's fine to start out by simply taking a few turns around the block before bed and building up your levels of fitness gradually.
Build muscle. Muscle burns more calories than fat. So adding strength training to your exercise routine can help you reach your weight loss goals as well as give you a toned bod. A good, well-balanced fitness routine includes aerobic workouts, strength training, and flexibility exercises.
Forgive yourself. So you were going to have one cracker with spray cheese on it and the next thing you know the can's pumping air and the box is empty? Drink some water, brush your teeth, and move on. Everyone who's ever tried to lose weight has found it challenging. When you slip up, the best idea is to get right back on track and don't look back. Avoid telling yourself that you'll get back on track tomorrow or next week or after New Year's. Start now.
Try to remember that losing weight isn't going to make you a better person — and it won't magically change your life. It's a good idea to maintain a healthy weight because it's just that: healthy.
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How do I lose the weight?
Ok, so... I'm 5'6 and 173 pounds. Don't panick! I promise that no one knows because I look about 155. That's where the problem comes in: I have MUSCLES on every inch on my body (well, except my boobs which are another problem since i'm a 36D). I've been going to the gym for the past year (I stopped over the summer and gained weight) but that has given me little support because my legs can kill with the muscles I have on my calves and on my thighs. I do cardio, not anymore since I gave up, but I did some weight lifting too. I've been eating a lot lately so that's why my number is so high but, in order for me to be 120 (what I want) I need to eat fruits, veggies, and yogurt for about 2 months (I know, I did it in the summer of 06).Anyways, what in the HELL do i do to lose weight but not starve myself because I don't want to relapse to my past (wasn't too long ago)?
Answers: 'Healthy weight loss tips' can help you!
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* Take one pound at a time
Don’t get overwhelmed by how much weight you need to lose. Try to remember that "losing 15 pounds in two weeks" is nothing to celebrate. It is important to realize that the more quickly weight is lost, the more likely the loss is coming from water and muscle, not fat.
Since muscle tissue is critical in keeping our metabolism elevated, losing it actually leads to a decrease in the amount of calories we can each day without gaining weight.
Fat loss is best achieved when weight is lost slowly. Strive for a weight loss of no more than 3-4 pounds per week. One pound of weight is equivalent to 3500 calories.
* Set Reachable Goals
For instance, if you know you need to get more exercise, begin with a manageable goal of, say, walking 10 minutes a day that you know you can achieve. Then build your self-esteem by achieving the small goals you set yourself.
The same logic applies for losing weight.
* Stay off the scales
Don’t get discouraged when your progress seems to be slow according to your bathroom scales. They do not provide a true measure of what is going on with the body.
If exercise levels are adequate (5-7 days a week), you may be putting on muscle but losing fat, thus losing inches even if you are not losing pounds. It's always a good idea to do several body measurements to have a second objective way to monitor progress.
* Stay focused on being healthy, not thin
# Many people become more successful at long term weight loss when their motive changes from wanting to be thinner to wanting to be healthier. Change your mindset to think about selecting foods that will help your body's health rather than worrying about foods that will affect your body's weight. The Food Pyramid offers a basic outline of the types and amounts of food you should eat each day to give your body the nutrients it needs for optimal health.
* Fat Free?
We've known for some time that limiting high fat foods in the diet can be helpful with weight loss. That's because fats pack in 9 calories per gram compared to only 4 calories per gram from proteins or carbohydrates. To many, the message to limit fats implied an endorsement to eat unlimited amounts of fat-free products. Just to clarify, fat-free foods have calories too. In some cases fat-free foods have as many calories as their fat laden counterparts. If you eat more calories than your body uses, you will gain weight. Eating less fat will help you to lose weight. Eating less fat and replacing it with excessive amounts of fat-free products will not.
* Drink plenty of water
Drink eight glasses a day. Water is a natural appetite-suppressant. Nettle tea is a great weight-loss tea as it supports metabolism and has diuretic properties.
* Reward yourself
# Each time you reach a goal, such as losing 5 pounds, reward yourself with a gift or a massage.
* Seek help if you need it
# A big key in long term weight control comes from receiving encouragement and support from others. Find a friend to lose weight with or you can check to see if groups such as Weight Watchers, or eDiets offer programs and resources in your area by clicking the links. You may also wish to check with your local hospital to see if their registered dietician conducts group weight loss programs.
* Watch your portions
With the advent of "supersize" meals and increasingly huge portions at restaurants, our concept of normal serving sizes is a distant memory. Be mindful of the amounts of food you consume at a sitting. When necessary, divide your food in half and ask for a take home bag. It is all too easy to be a "plate cleaner" even when served enormous portions. Learn to pay attention to your hunger level and stop eating when you feel comfortably full, not stuffed.
* Eat your food slowly
Did you ever notice that thin people take an awfully long time to eat their food? Eating slowly is one method that can help take off pounds. That's because from the time you begin eating it takes the brain 20 minutes to start signaling feelings of fullness. Fast eaters often eat beyond their true level of fullness before the 20 minute signal has had a chance to set in. The amount of calories consumed before you begin to feel full can vary significantly depending on how quickly you eat. So slow down, take smaller bites and enjoy your food.
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Honestly I think that having a goal weight is unrealistic, especially if you are very muscular (I was a size 16 but weighed over 200 lbs, I was very muscular then).
You should have a goal size, and target those areas that are not fitting into that size. For instance, if you have super-thighs, you should be doing pilates type exersizes for your legs. But if you have a gut, crunches on a stability ball are your best friend. And eating veggies isn't all that important above overall heath. Try keeping the calorie content of your entire meal below 500 (including a single snack). That should put you "below" 2000 calories a day and if you're exersizing then your muscles will more calories than you take in.
Trust me, trust me, trust me. if you want to lose the weight, and you're serious about losing the weight, you should really think about going to a fitness camp like one on http://www.fitnesscamps.net/ or some other search engine. They're amazing places with friendly informative people, for the most part from what I've heard. I lost 33 lbs in less than 27 days, and rest assured those places aren't just for big guys like me! You should at least consider it as part of your weight loss program. You'll lose fat, gain muscle, and burn more calories by the time you leave their.
Can u give me a list of negative calorie foods?
Answers: Fruits
apple
cranberries
grapefruit
lemon
mango
orange
pineapple
raspberries
strawberries
tangerine
Vegetables
asparagus
beet
broccoli
cabbage (green)
carrot
cauliflower
celery
Chile peppers (hot)
cucumber
dandelion
endive
garden cress
garlic
green beans
lettuce
onion
papaya
radishes
spinach
turnip
Why can't people just lose weight?
Afew years ago i thought i was getting fat but i didnt really care, the very first time i tried to attempt to lose weight i did it, easy so i started eating healthy and excersising, i lost about 50lbs in 3 or 4 months now im in great shape, it was so easy... Now i've done it i'm wondering why people can't do it... It's the one thing you totally control and have a choice over. It's not hard, come on, have a little less and do a little more. I'm sick of people on here saying they are struggling to lose weight, and asking how to lose weight. It's obvious. Without sounding mean, what kind of person lets food and eating get the better of them? You're in control of your body and what you put into it.Answers: It's all about will power!
The saying is true "nothing tastes as good as thin feels"
A lot of people have health problems that cause them to have trouble losing weight (diabetes, thyroid, ect). I gained weight from being put on steriods from asthma and I didn't have a choice. They told me take the steriods or go in the hospital. I don't eat junk food and I don't drink soda. Chocolate makes me want to vomit. I barely ate enough to stay alive because I had no want to eat. Now I'm having trouble losing the weight because it put not only weight but muscle on me. Also a lot of people don't have a fast metabolism and don't have the physical ability or funds to go to the gym and work out. "Junk" foods are a lot cheaper and people have to buy whatever they can when they can get it. A lot of people don't know when they're going to eat next and they have to eat when they have the chance. People like you are too critical to overweight people. You literally make us want to kill ourselves a lot of the time. If the world didn't have people like you, everyone could feel better about themselves.
Edit: MJ, The saying is true "nothing tastes as good as thin feels" That has to be the most vain thing I've ever heard. I'd rather be overweight than look like Nicole Richie or the other twigs out there in the world. Since they're completley malnurished and digsusting looking, I doubt being thin feels good to all people. Besides I figure I eat as much as all those models and stuff do. I just don't throw it up afterwards.
Kayla D. if will power and motivation was all people needed to lose weight, everyone in the world would be thin. Will power is determination and determination is sparked by motivation. Most people's motivation comes from the snide remarks of people like you. People like you feed into the idea that it's good to be thin. It's not bad to be fat. It doesn't make you less of a person. It doesn't make you a horrible person. You're no less human than someone who weighs 80 pounds. It's pathetic that motivation would come from someone like you, someone's who is clearly a very ugly person on the inside.
At least the people who over eat come on here and are trying to find a way to lose weight. They're not sitting on their couch doing nothing.
I understand your view on that.
It isn't that hard at all. It only requires will power, and a small amount of motivation to exercise and change your diet. The only thing which makes losing weight hard for me is my impatience. Otherwise, it's a piece of cake = )
But anyway, I'm not sure what other people's deals are. Must be lack of will power or motivation...?
cause the gene caused it has been switched to tell a protein for a particular gene to turn on. After
the switch or tag is open. So it is not the gene that decides disease or no disease, but proteins.
It is the epigenome that does this operation.
It has been proven that the things we do to ourselves today will influence daughters and
sons of our immediate family three years hence.
But not in a goodway. Such children will suffer from cance3r, diabetes, and heart disease, to name a few of the diseases that will turn on.
So the reason they cant lose weight? The genome that controls the protein for the weight marker
will turn it on.
It's not enough just to have the marker. It must be turned on. Stress will do the trick. and it is your moms nurturing of you, or lack of it-that determines
if you carry the cancer protein or the diabetes protein. Mom can be free of the marker and still unload a switch that can be turned on or off by the environment. Isn't that a fantastic concept!!There is already a drug being tested that shows promise for turning on or off the bad marker. Such as the weight marker! Is it easier to accept that
weight is not a conscious choice, so society makes the overweight person feel responsible for "eating too much," when they carry the protein that never allows them to feel like they have had enough to eat. This is huge. I hope it sets the weight myths aside forever. When theyturn the marker off, the person gets the normal full feeling of everyone else and begins to eat normally and shed pounds.
Most people are emotionally attached to food and have other factors in their life that are very stressful and never think about exercising. It's not until they tip the scale at 300 or get told by the doctor that they are on the brink of dying that they will do something.
Just watch the Biggest loser, why do those people always cry? Because their ability not to lose weight is emotional.
Once you empower the mind you can do anything and exercising will become easier.
Many people are also not ready to lose weight. Losing weight is not something you do every 2 years. It has to become a lifestyle change. If exercise and eating properly is not part of you life then you will never succeed.
People are meant to work. With the conveniences of packaged food and fast food filled with preservatives and chemicals, very few attempt to get off the coach or off their car seat and walk into the fast food place to get food.
In the "old days" we used to hunt or forage for food, and once you killed it you prepared it. All that took work. If you wanted water you had to get it from a stream or pump it from a well.
It's easier now, it's all done for you. The least you can do is not hunt but exercise to survive the oncoming days.
The dumbbell exercises and all other routines try to simulate these natural movements when we do physical work.
Physical work is not really required much these days and that's the problem.
Hope this helps.
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Lots of people do lose weight. I too have lost 48lbs.
I was overweight and yes I tried to diet many times. Although losing weight fairly easy while on the diet, as soon as I stopped dieting all the weight came back on again, plus more. The challenge is keeping the weight off and that is only done by carrying on as you were whilst dieting and also exercising. You have to be totally committed. It is a real challenge.
I don't care what anyone says it's hard work to keep in shape, especially when you reach your 40's. Some people manage to lose weight easier than others (you being one of them). So come on be a bit more sympathetic with others in their quest to lose weight. After all you need to tell us all how easy it was for you to lose weight and we can then learn from you. I tell my story on this site all time. Let's hear yours.
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How to exercise?
I don't really exercise.I hear terms like cardio and tone, etc...
So how should I start? Time, stretches, exercises, etc...seriously I'm clueless talk to me as if I had no idea (since I don't)
I want to start exercising again (last time I really officially did consistanly, was in Jr high when I was 13?) I am 22 now.
I have Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome/disease (I'm on Metformin for it) plus I have had mono 5 times in the past few years
I'm now on a reduced calorie diet (also vegetarian (almost vegan) and diabetic diet (I am NOT diabetic, it is for the PCOS)
just fyi (in case you want to consider the info before offering your own)
Answers: Consider your condition - PCOS and have had mono.......
It's even more piognant for you to start an exercise program.
Here, I would suggest you start out like this:
1. Do cardio exercise for at least 30 mins per session, 3-4 times per week
This exercise gives you these benefits:
-Revs up your heart rate continuously for a period of time. In this way, you get to exercise your heart to keep it in tip-top condition (i.e. to keep it pumping blood efficiently, hence reducing your risk of heart attack)
-Increases your lung capacity to take in more oxygen, which in turn benefits your cells and organs, which receive more oxygen
-Boosts your metabolism so you've higher fat-burning capacity, to burn off excess body fat/calories from your entire body, to lose weight
Examples of cardio: running, walking, jogging, swimming, dancing, biking, jumping rope, stair climbing, kickboxing, step aerobics and the list goes on.......
2. Do toning exercise for your whole body, meaning tone all major muscle groups all at one go, to get a well-toned, well-balanced and well-proportioned body physique
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Tone 3-4 times per week, for 10-15 mins per session.
Consistently and regularly exercise per above, you'll get get in shape and gain good health.
How can i prevent from eating raw rice?
how can i totally get out of it bcz of it i am becoming anemicAnswers: When to Eat and How Often
This might sound strange, but you have to eat more often to lose fat and gain muscle. During my transition period, I never ate less than 6 meals a day.
• Try to eat every 2 to 3 hours.
• Do not eat complex carbohydrates after 6:00 p.m. or four to five hours before going to bed.
• Try to eat one gram of protein per pound of lean body mass on lifting days and .8 grams of protein per pound of lean body mass on non-lifting days.
• Never eat more than 70 grams of protein in one meal.
Carbohydrates
When I think of carbohydrates, I think of energy. Carbohydrates supply our bodies with the energy it needs to make it through a workout. Without an adequate supply of carbohydrates, the body goes into carbohydrate deprivation. This is called a state of ketosis (meaning our body is using protein as energy). This is not a good state to be in for long because it will rob the body of muscle tissue in an effort to create energy. On the other hand, if too many carbohydrates are consumed, they convert into stored fat. The idea is to consume just enough carbohydrates to make it through our workouts with sufficient energy. I have broken down carbohydrates into these three categories:
• Simple carbs: These are sugars, or quick energy. They are absorbed very quickly into the body. Ex. Anything with sugar, also fruit
• Complex carbs: This is where you get long-term energy for the day. These are long chained carbohydrates that brake down slower, giving us energy over a prolonged period of time. Ex. Oatmeal, potatoes, pasta, rice, breads
• Fibrous carbs: These are things like vegetables. I think of them as roughage in order to stay regular. Make sure you include them in you later meals when you can't eat complex carbs. They are also a good source of vitamins. Ex. Leafy vegetables like lettuce.
Protein
Proteins are the building blocks of our muscles. Without a sufficient amount of protein in our diet, our muscles will not have the raw materials that they need to build up, or even hang on to what is already there.
Net protein utilization: Not all protein is created equal. Different foods are absorbed more than others. For example, egg white protein is absorbed at 88%. That means we get about 9 eggs to our muscles. On the other hand, chicken breast are absorbed at 68%, meaning we get about 7 breasts to our muscles. It is imported to eat a wide verity of protein foods though; no one protein source has all the amino acids we need.
• Whey protein (100%): the best source of whey protein is from protein supplements. It is also absorbed very fast by the body, so it is best to take this when your body needs amino acids quickly: like right after a workout or when you first get up in the morning.
• Egg whites (88%)
• Fish (78%)
• Chicken breast (78%)
• Soy protein: My one bit of advice would be to try and stay away from soy protein. It is not absorbed very well by the body.
Fats
We normally think of fats as being bad. The fact is certain fats are essential to building muscle and carrying out various functions of the body. There are 2 fat types we need to be concerned about:
• Saturated fats: these are the bad fats. Avoid these fats as much as possible. You will find these types of fats mostly in meats
• Unsaturated fats: these are the good fats. They are a good energy source and help us build muscle. You can find from plant oils. Peanuts are also a good source.
Water
Do not under estimate the importance of water! If you are looking to get lean, water will be your best friend. Drink as much as you can and as often as you can. Also, it is very important to drink lots of water when you're eating large amounts of protein to clean urea from the system.
Vitamins & minerals
As resistance training athletes, we have a greater need for vitamins & minerals. When we workout and bring blood to our muscles it is important that our blood is full of those essential vitamins & minerals if we want to grow.
Supplements
Supplements are just that, meaning they are used to supplement your diet, not replace it. Don't ever think of it that way.
Hierarchy of supplements:
I developed this hierarchy of supplements based on what I thought were the most important and also by price.
• 1. Proper diet: Without proper diet you are just wasting money on supplements. Start here! Do not think that supplements are going to do it for you alone.
• 2. Multi-vitamin & mineral: It is very important to have all your vitamins & minerals when resistance training. Most of us are lacking in some areas, make it a priority to make this your first supplement.
• 3. Protein powder: It is usually very hard to get all the protein you need from real foods. Powders make it much easier. Also, these powders are absorbed fast by the body making them ideal after workouts or before and after sleep.
• 4. Creatine: This is great for harder workouts. It also makes you muscles hang on to water, giving them a better environment to grow.
• 5. L-glutamine: This is an important amino acid in muscle recovery
• 6. Branch chained amino acid: These are great before and after workouts along with L-glutamine because it gives your muscles all the amino acids it needs to repair and grow.
• 7. ZMA: This helps you release more growth hormone while you sleep, increasing your size and strength.
• 8. Thermogenic: These really help in the fat loss process. They also help you hang on to more muscle while dieting due to the fact you can eat more.
• 9. Meal replacement: Although very expensive, meal replacements make it much more convenient to get some of your meals in. Also, you can get in more meals than if you were to eat only real foods.
Just use noodles instead. Cook your rice with a rice cooker.
Eat more fish and meat.
why the hell would you eat raw rice you weirdo.
how do you even eat it, it must be gross.
yuk.
if you are anemic, perhaps you should consult your doctor for iron tablets. also, you can enrich your diet with iron rich foods.
"For iron deficiency anemia in women, a diet with iron rich foods along with iron supplements is often recommended. Absorption of iron from food is influenced by multiple factors. One important factor being the form of the iron. Heme Iron, found in animal sources, is highly available for absorption. Non-heme iron on the other hand, found in vegetable sources, is less available. Iron rich foods of an iron rich diet are listed below:
Iron Rich Foods containing Heme Iron
Excellent Sources>Clams, Pork Liver, Oysters, Chicken Liver, Mussels, Beef Liver
Good Sources> Beef, Shrimp, Sardines, Turkey
Iron Rich Foods containing Non-Heme Iron
Excellent Sources> Enriched breakfast cereals, Cooked beans and lentils, Pumpkin seeds, Blackstrap Molasses
Good Sources> Canned beans, Baked potato with skin,
Enriched pasta, Canned asparagus
Warning: Pregnant women should not eat liver because of its very high Vitamin A content. Large amounts of Vitamin A can be harmful to the baby.
The absorption of Non-heme iron can be improved when a source of heme iron is consumed in the same meal. In addition, the iron absorption-enhancing foods can also increase the absorption of non-heme iron. While some food items can enhance iron absorption, some can inhibit or interfere iron absorption. Avoid eating them with the iron-rich foods to maximize iron absorption.
Iron Absorption Enhancers > Meat/fish/poultry, Fruits: Orange, Orange Juice, cantaloupe, strawberries, grapefruit etc, Vegetables: Broccoli, brussels sprouts, tomato, tomato juice, potato, green & red peppers, White wine
Iron Absorption Inhibitors > Red Wine, Coffee & Tea
Vegetables: Spinach, chard, beet greens, rhubarb and sweet potato, Whole grains and bran, Soy products
http://www.healthcastle.com/iron.shtml
hope that helps
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