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Kay
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 Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 4:09 pm Post subject: Weight loss program? |
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I'm a female that will be turning eighteen within the next few months. I'm 5'4 and my weight normally is constant at a good 128 lbs. There was a point in time were I went through a depresive state and dropped 5 lbs and was extremely happy with that (who wouldn't). But within the last year I've somehow managed to go from that to a wopin' 142 lbs. So my response when I stepped on the scale at physicals was shocking.I'd like to lose 16lbs to get back to how I was but I'm trying to lose at least 10 pounds before the start of the new school year which would roughly be in a month. I'm planning on buying my clothes a little smaller incase I make progress.I was wondering if anyone knew how much I'd estimately lose between now and then (August 1st - September 4th) with this plan I've been doing the last week (I just started Cheerleading conditioning):Breakfast:Medium bowl of a low calorie cereal with a cup of milk.Work out (one hour later):-Jog 1/2 mile-Stretch all muscles*150 sit ups*50 push ups(*Alternate sets)-Lundges (60 meter distance) 2X-Kicks (same as above)-Side kicks, each leg (same as above)-Jump front and back/side to side over a line (1 minute for each set, 4 of each)-3 sets of bleachers (up and down)-Then stretch out arms^I do that twice a week and half that on days I don't have practice.I also take a day or two of rest not to wear myself out.Lunch: Salad with various vegetable and fruits.Dinner: Average size portion of the dinner served.My "in betweens": Fruits and sometimes the occasional sweets.Any tips would also be appreciated or if my plan is healthy.Thank you much!  |
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Farg G
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| Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 5:32 pm Post subject: |
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| 10 pounds in about a month is extremely easy in my opinion .For your nutrition info, it's all great but make sure the cereal doesn't have too much calories, and that dinner doesn't have too much fat.For your workout, most are anaerobic exercises which develops muscle and not burn fat. The only aerobic exercise you have there is jogging. Always stretch before and after jogging. Include more time and distance into jogging. I, myself, jog about 50-60 miles a week.If you continue your workout (include more running like by a mile a day) and eat what you eat, you'll reach your goal in no time!Best of luck!~Farg |
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Jaideep M
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| Posted: Sat Aug 02, 2008 5:56 am Post subject: |
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| The race to fitness is on and a lot of people are getting into the band wagon. Some people do it to achieve a sexy body, some people just do it because they are embarrassed with the body they have now, while others do it simply to remain fit and heatlthy. As such, many fitness programs are out in the internet, in gyms, spas and fitness centers all over. Some are too expensive to afford that one may even lose weight just by trying to work out the money needed to pursue these fitness programs.One may not have to go to the gym or the spa or any fitness center and spend much just to slim down to obtain that longed for sexy body. There are many books available in the bookstore which offer weight loss programs which are convenient and for free, of course the books are not though. These weight loss programs, or diet plans are gaining immense popularity with so much publicity, testimonials and reviews that one may be confused which exactly to follow. So before choosing which weight loss plan to follow, try reading these summaries about the most popular diet programs out today.Atkins' New Diet Revolution by Dr. Atkins. This weight loss program encourages high protein diet and a trim down on the carbs. One can feast on vegetables and meat but should fast on bread and pasta. One is also not restricted against fat intake so it is okay to pour in the salad dressing and freely spread on the butter. However, after the diet, one may find himself lacking on fiber and calcium yet high in fat. Intake of grains and fruits are also limited.Carbohydrate Addict's Diet by Drs. Heller. This diet plan advocates low carbohyrate eating. Approves on eating meats, vegetables and fruits, dairy and grain products. however, warns against taking in too much carb. "Reward" meal can be too high on fats and saturated fats.Choose to Lose by Dr. Goor. Restrains fat intake. One is given a "fat" budget and he is given the liberty on how to spend it. It does not pressure the individual to watch his carbohydrate intake. Eating meat and poultry as well as low-fat dairy and seafoods is okay. A go signal is also given on eating vegetables, fruits, cereals, bread and pasta. This weight loss plan is fairly healthy, good amounts of fruits and vegetables as well as saturated fats. Watch triglyceride levels though; if high, trim down the carbohydrates and tuck in more of the unsaturated fats.The DASH Diet. Advocates moderate amounts of fat and protein intake and high on carbs. Primarily designed to lower blood pressure, the diet plan follows the pyramid food guide and encourages high intake of whole wheat grains as well as fruits and vegetables and low-fat dairy. Some dieters think it advocates too much eating to procure significant weight loss.Eat More, Weigh Less by Dr. Ornish. Primarily vegetarian fare and strictly low-fat. Gives the go signal on the "glow" foods but warns to watch it on non-fat dairy and egg whites. This diet is poor in calcium and retricts consumption of healthy foods like seafoods and lean poultry.Eat Right for Your Type. Interesting because it is based on the person's blood type. recommends plenty of mest for people with the blood type O. Diet plans for some blood types are nutritionally imbalanced and too low in calories. And for the record, there is even no proof that blood type affects dietary needs.The Pritkin Principle. Focused on trimming the calorie density in eating by suggesting watery foods that make one feel full. Eating vegetables, fruits, oatmeal, pasta, soups, salads and low-fat dairy is okay. Although limits protein sources to lean meat, pseafood and poultry. Although it is healthy by providing low amounts of saturated fats and rich amounts of vegetables and fruits, it is also low on calcium and limits lean protein sources.Volumetrics. For low-density calorie eating. Recommends the same foodstuff as Pritkin but restricts fatty or dry foods like popcorn, pretzels and crackers. This plan is reasonably healthy given the high amounts of fruits and vegetables as well as being low in calorie density and saturated fats.The Zone. Moderately low on the carbs yet moderately high on the proteins. Encourages low-fat protein foods like fish and chicken plus veggies, fruits and grains. It is also healthy but lacking in grains and calcium.Weight Watchers. High carbohydrates, moderate on fats and proteins. A very healthy diet plan and very flexible too. it allows the dieter to plan his own meal rather than give him a set to follow. |
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