Hopefully you understood the impossibility of this article delivering what the title promises...
"Five Ways To Lose Ten Pounds In Fifteen Minutes"... Oh, if only! We could all be three sizes smaller in an hour!
You will be surprised to find out how many people are actually looking for a fast weight loss program. Why fast? Because most of us are impatient. Hectic is a key word in our daily lives. We want results now, we want to notice the change right away, but most importantly, we don't want to do any hard work to achieve those results.
At the risk of stereotyping the general population, you tend to eat what you want all year round, choose TV over exercising and deceive ourselves with the pipe dream about how next week (or month/year) you are going to start a healthy lifestyle. Then, hey, don't look now but what's that creeping up? (And I mean besides your too small undies. Tightie whities, indeed.)
It's TIME. And it's baring down on you hard.
Suddenly it's just 2 weeks left before you have to go to a Christmas party or that summer is coming up and you want to look good in the new bikini.
Usually around this time the emails start flooding in - all of them pretty much the same "I have this event coming up in two weeks. I need to lose about 10-15 pounds. What is the fastest way to do it?"
Of course TV, the Internet and even your email inbox is full of advertisements that promise you to lose 20 pounds in two weeks. They even show you tons of pictures of fit, smiling people with perfect bodies. Just pop a magic pill 3 times a day and you will turn into a supermodel right away. Sounds good, right?
I hate to disappoint you but this is just another scam created to get your money. There is just no such thing as fast weight loss. I'll get some infuriated replies like "That can't be true! My sister lost 16 pounds in two weeks doing Low carb diet!" Well, here's another unfortunate tidbit of information. Your sis didn't lose any fat. She lost water and muscle. And now her metabolism is running at an all time low because of that muscle mass loss.
Human body is a well coordinated working mechanism. It has no idea that you have a every intention of dropping three dress sizes over the weekend by doing some new fad diet. But when you start this fad diet and your body catches on to what you are doing it thinks you are starving and tries to be loyal and save you. Your zeroes in on survival instead of allowing you to lose weight fast. As a result your metabolism slows down to conserve the energy. As soon as you start eating normal -and you will because those fad diet rules are just too outrageous to stick to very long- you'll gain all of your weight back that you managed to lose and some extra pounds in addition to that. Congratulations.
Fast weight loss is simply followed by fast weight gain. Always. No exceptions. In addition to that when you lose weight too fast, your skin does not have enough time to shrink, it will become loose. So now, not only are you still overweight, you also been rewarded for your efforts with lots of saggy jiggle on any given spot, at any given time. The hits just keep on comin', don't they?
The right amount of weight that the average person can lose in one week by eating correctly and doing exercises is around 2-3 pounds. That is a healthy, safe, effective amount to lose. Only that way you can get long lasting results. I know it is not as fast as many people would like to lose weight, but think about how long it took you to acquire those love handles. I'd bet the farm you didn't gain 20 pounds in two weeks. And it is just as unlikely your body will allow you to lose 20 pounds in two weeks. Sorry!
Just try to eat right and work out. Be consistent. Make one little step at a time and you'll be surprised how far you can actually go.
The author, Dara Torrin, is a weight loss a research specialist who has lost 65 lbs over 5 years ago and has KEPT IT OFF.
To kick-start her dieting efforts Dara used her research skills to find out if there were any legitimate supplements out there to aid in getting off to a positive start. In the process she uncovered the secrets identifying quality hoodia products that really work.
Find out more by visiting her research website: weightzover
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Showing posts with label Weight Loss Tips. Show all posts
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Fall is the perfect season for beginning a weight loss plan
Forget New Years. Autumn is the best time to begin a diet and exercise program. Think about it — the leaves are turning, the days are cooling, the kids are in school, the soup pot is begging to be filled. The bounty of fresh mountain apples makes getting your daily fruit quota easier and more delicious than ever.
It’s a recipe for success, as cited by a National Dairy Council survey in which 1,500 mothers said fall was the preferred time of year to make a go of lifestyle changes.
Fifty-three percent said a return to the regular school routine was helpful, while 41 percent said sending their children back to school freed up more “me” time. The free-form summertime was soundly put in its place when this troop of moms ranked it the second worst time to lose weight. As expected, the winter holidays came in last place.
Routines are ideal for helping people, especially moms, find time to fit in fitness, prepare healthier meals and make sure they take care of their own personal health needs. The combination of more free time, regular routines, and the beautiful fall weather is an inspiration to eat better and be more active outdoors.
Take advantage of fall crops such as pumpkins and apples for a taste treat with a nutritional boost. Consider using these foods in new ways, as well, by trying them in soups, salads, smoothies and other dishes. A quick search on the Internet should provide plenty of ideas. Also eat a little something every few hours to promote stable blood sugar levels.
Making changes to your exercise routine is also a pleasure thanks to autumn’s visual beauty and mild temperatures. Even if you have 30 minutes or less available for exercise each day, that’s fine. A brisk 10-minute walk in the morning and at night can be a manageable, beneficial and pleasurable way to work exercise into your busy day.
It’s a recipe for success, as cited by a National Dairy Council survey in which 1,500 mothers said fall was the preferred time of year to make a go of lifestyle changes.
Fifty-three percent said a return to the regular school routine was helpful, while 41 percent said sending their children back to school freed up more “me” time. The free-form summertime was soundly put in its place when this troop of moms ranked it the second worst time to lose weight. As expected, the winter holidays came in last place.
Routines are ideal for helping people, especially moms, find time to fit in fitness, prepare healthier meals and make sure they take care of their own personal health needs. The combination of more free time, regular routines, and the beautiful fall weather is an inspiration to eat better and be more active outdoors.
Take advantage of fall crops such as pumpkins and apples for a taste treat with a nutritional boost. Consider using these foods in new ways, as well, by trying them in soups, salads, smoothies and other dishes. A quick search on the Internet should provide plenty of ideas. Also eat a little something every few hours to promote stable blood sugar levels.
Making changes to your exercise routine is also a pleasure thanks to autumn’s visual beauty and mild temperatures. Even if you have 30 minutes or less available for exercise each day, that’s fine. A brisk 10-minute walk in the morning and at night can be a manageable, beneficial and pleasurable way to work exercise into your busy day.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Key Factor To Be Aware of to Take the Weight Off and Keep it Off
The Main "weight gain factor" is as follows:
Bad Food Selections
The Quantity-- Quality Rule:
One of the shortcomings of most diet plans is they focus primarily on the quantity of certain food groups we consume. Again, this is an important factor to monitor but unfortunately, even if you were to dramatically reduce the quantity of food you take in, if the quality is poor (processed foods or foods laced with insecticides and steroids) it will disrupt your hormonal balance (e.g. insulin & estrogen) resulting in unwanted fat/weight gain and a multitude of other health problems.
Be Aware of Food Allergies:
Yes, we are what we eat. But we are also a product of what we can't digest (just ask anyone with a food allergy). You see, long-term exposure to foods we cannot break down properly leads to water retention and weight gain, to name just a few. And if this isn't bad enough, to make matters worse, over time the excess water we retain as the result of a food allergy can lead to cellulite formation! (Not a flattering accessory to your bathing suit.)
The Real Weight Loss Solution:
To assure you get the best results from your diet program, be sure to first see a doctor who will properly screen you for "hidden" food allergies, and avoid consuming low quality foods at all costs.
Weight Gain Factor-Increased Stress Levels:
Now, unless you've been living under a rock all your life, I'm sure you're aware of the many health complications such as high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease that can result from prolonged levels of stress.
However, what most of us fail to realize is that one of the by-products of our stress is a chemical called cortisol, which is secreted by our adrenal glands and is a contributing factor to why we pack on the pounds!
In brief, cortisol causes us to gain weight by activating our fat cells to go into survival mode and store fat.
To make matters even worse, cortisol causes that stubborn "belly fat" (you know, the kind that doesn't budge no matter how many sit ups you do) to become even more resistant to our weight loss efforts.
In other words, if your body needs to tap into some of its fat stores for energy, other areas will give up their fat before the fat cells around your belly does.
You can see now how elevated cortisol levels can actually sabotage even the most thought out diet and exercise plan, which leads to frustration (and yes, higher cortisol levels) every time you step on the scale!
My Research Website: The Weight Is Over
Bad Food Selections
The Quantity-- Quality Rule:
One of the shortcomings of most diet plans is they focus primarily on the quantity of certain food groups we consume. Again, this is an important factor to monitor but unfortunately, even if you were to dramatically reduce the quantity of food you take in, if the quality is poor (processed foods or foods laced with insecticides and steroids) it will disrupt your hormonal balance (e.g. insulin & estrogen) resulting in unwanted fat/weight gain and a multitude of other health problems.
Be Aware of Food Allergies:
Yes, we are what we eat. But we are also a product of what we can't digest (just ask anyone with a food allergy). You see, long-term exposure to foods we cannot break down properly leads to water retention and weight gain, to name just a few. And if this isn't bad enough, to make matters worse, over time the excess water we retain as the result of a food allergy can lead to cellulite formation! (Not a flattering accessory to your bathing suit.)
The Real Weight Loss Solution:
To assure you get the best results from your diet program, be sure to first see a doctor who will properly screen you for "hidden" food allergies, and avoid consuming low quality foods at all costs.
Weight Gain Factor-Increased Stress Levels:
Now, unless you've been living under a rock all your life, I'm sure you're aware of the many health complications such as high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease that can result from prolonged levels of stress.
However, what most of us fail to realize is that one of the by-products of our stress is a chemical called cortisol, which is secreted by our adrenal glands and is a contributing factor to why we pack on the pounds!
In brief, cortisol causes us to gain weight by activating our fat cells to go into survival mode and store fat.
To make matters even worse, cortisol causes that stubborn "belly fat" (you know, the kind that doesn't budge no matter how many sit ups you do) to become even more resistant to our weight loss efforts.
In other words, if your body needs to tap into some of its fat stores for energy, other areas will give up their fat before the fat cells around your belly does.
You can see now how elevated cortisol levels can actually sabotage even the most thought out diet and exercise plan, which leads to frustration (and yes, higher cortisol levels) every time you step on the scale!
My Research Website: The Weight Is Over
How to Slim Down With Untraditional Exercise Methods
It's 11:59pm on New Years Eve. Once again we make all kinds of promises to ourselves. We're going to set priorities: spend more time with family, work more efficiently and eat better. And, once again this year we resolve to get into better shape. But why is it when it comes to exercise, most of us have a hard time living up to our desire? The biggest problems is finding time to work out, especially when we're trying to focus on family, maintaining a career and having some sort of active social life.
Well, have you thought of this? Sneak some untraditional exercise into what you're already doing. Every day take a few extra steps, or stretch, or lift something that weighs a couple of pounds...that's exercise! And when you can wrap your mind around that idea, it's not hard to incorporate tons of mini-workouts into your daily activities.
Considering everything else you've probably tried, isn't it worth a shot? Just give some of these suggestions a try. They'll let you make optimum use of your normal, everyday activities that you do without even really thinking about it (until now) and make small strides toward being a healthier and slimmer you.
Refuse the Elevator
If an elevator's available, we'll take it, automatically without even thinking about it. But stairs offer an excellent option for exercise, if only for a minute or so at a time. If you work on the 20th floor of your building, then obviously, the stairs might not be practical. But why not take the elevator to the 17th floor then walk the stairs the other three flights? Or if you are constantly going up or down a few floors during your normal work day, take the stairs. It might not seem easy at first, but after you've done it consistently for a day or two, you'll think nothing of shooting up or down a flight. The same thing goes when you're at the mall or the airport. Bypass the escalators and find the stairs.
Turn your Workspace into a Gym
There are endless opportunities for hidden exercise while you're on the job. Simply stretching-your legs, your arms, your back-does wonders for your body. It will reduce your stress, too., which is an added bonus we all can use. So start flexing and relaxing your muscles throughout the day when you're sitting at your desk or at a meeting. If you're on a call, stand up and stretch, or lift a paperweight (or a five-pound weight or a can of soup). Just do anything to avoid being sedentary. Walk down the hall to talk to a colleague instead of sending an email or picking up the phone. If you print something, send it to the furtherest printer away from you desk. Then go get each print job instead of printing several and then going to pick them up all at once. Go to the restroom at the other end of the hall. Just keep in the forefront of your mind to make yourself move around during the day, even if your job doesn't require it.
Don't Waste Time Waiting for the good Parking Spots
It's the funniest thing when you think about it, we'll spend fifteen minutes circling the parking lot, waiting for that primo spot close to the entrance, instead of just accepting a spot a bit farther out and actually getting to where we're going faster. But time isn't the only reason to park a few rows farther from Macy's at the shopping mall. When you can get into the habit of unconsciously choosing parking spaces that aren't quite as close to the mall or office-even when the lot's not full-it's the easiest way to consistently get yourself a few extra minutes of walking. But remember, it's most important to be always play it safe when you're alone, especially at night. And there will be times when you're really in a hurry and just can't spare any extra time. But when you have an extra minute or two and can enjoy a nice, brisk stroll on your way to the entrance, take advantage of the opportunity to burn a few extra calories. Every step counts.
30 minutes a day of exercise is what each and every one of us needs. Even if it's done in six 5-minute spurts throughout your day, it really does make all the difference.
My Research Website: The Weight Is Over
Well, have you thought of this? Sneak some untraditional exercise into what you're already doing. Every day take a few extra steps, or stretch, or lift something that weighs a couple of pounds...that's exercise! And when you can wrap your mind around that idea, it's not hard to incorporate tons of mini-workouts into your daily activities.
Considering everything else you've probably tried, isn't it worth a shot? Just give some of these suggestions a try. They'll let you make optimum use of your normal, everyday activities that you do without even really thinking about it (until now) and make small strides toward being a healthier and slimmer you.
Refuse the Elevator
If an elevator's available, we'll take it, automatically without even thinking about it. But stairs offer an excellent option for exercise, if only for a minute or so at a time. If you work on the 20th floor of your building, then obviously, the stairs might not be practical. But why not take the elevator to the 17th floor then walk the stairs the other three flights? Or if you are constantly going up or down a few floors during your normal work day, take the stairs. It might not seem easy at first, but after you've done it consistently for a day or two, you'll think nothing of shooting up or down a flight. The same thing goes when you're at the mall or the airport. Bypass the escalators and find the stairs.
Turn your Workspace into a Gym
There are endless opportunities for hidden exercise while you're on the job. Simply stretching-your legs, your arms, your back-does wonders for your body. It will reduce your stress, too., which is an added bonus we all can use. So start flexing and relaxing your muscles throughout the day when you're sitting at your desk or at a meeting. If you're on a call, stand up and stretch, or lift a paperweight (or a five-pound weight or a can of soup). Just do anything to avoid being sedentary. Walk down the hall to talk to a colleague instead of sending an email or picking up the phone. If you print something, send it to the furtherest printer away from you desk. Then go get each print job instead of printing several and then going to pick them up all at once. Go to the restroom at the other end of the hall. Just keep in the forefront of your mind to make yourself move around during the day, even if your job doesn't require it.
Don't Waste Time Waiting for the good Parking Spots
It's the funniest thing when you think about it, we'll spend fifteen minutes circling the parking lot, waiting for that primo spot close to the entrance, instead of just accepting a spot a bit farther out and actually getting to where we're going faster. But time isn't the only reason to park a few rows farther from Macy's at the shopping mall. When you can get into the habit of unconsciously choosing parking spaces that aren't quite as close to the mall or office-even when the lot's not full-it's the easiest way to consistently get yourself a few extra minutes of walking. But remember, it's most important to be always play it safe when you're alone, especially at night. And there will be times when you're really in a hurry and just can't spare any extra time. But when you have an extra minute or two and can enjoy a nice, brisk stroll on your way to the entrance, take advantage of the opportunity to burn a few extra calories. Every step counts.
30 minutes a day of exercise is what each and every one of us needs. Even if it's done in six 5-minute spurts throughout your day, it really does make all the difference.
My Research Website: The Weight Is Over
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