What is a good way to get in shape fast?!
Question: I need to lose some weight for myself and a job. Im currently 325 pounds and 6'4". I need to be around 220. I want this job and the only way I get it is if I either pass the weight/ height test or fat percentage test. Whats a good way I can lose about 100 pounds? How long does it usually take to lose that much weight?
Answers: I need to lose some weight for myself and a job. Im currently 325 pounds and 6'4". I need to be around 220. I want this job and the only way I get it is if I either pass the weight/ height test or fat percentage test. Whats a good way I can lose about 100 pounds? How long does it usually take to lose that much weight?
bootcamp!
im currently doing a heavy haluers program where we exercise 3x a week very early in the morning. the exercises involve strength and cardio so your doing everything at once. but here are some tips to boost start ur metabolism
1. be awake more hours in the day
2. always eat brekki, oats and weetbix are the best
3. drink short blacks aka espressos, this speeds up ur metabolism heaps and normal coffees r filled with calories.
4. eat small meals all the time... brown breads, wholemeal, salads, tuna, chicken and fish
5. dont eat late at night
make a plan and stick to it!
if you want any extra info let me know! :) goodluck!
I would suggest healthy eating and at your own pace working out. When I say healthy eating I don't mean eating like a rabbit I mean you should eat 6 small meals a day not 3 large ones. It works very well. I usually write down what I eat it helps me stay on track.
Fasting is probably the only way to lose that much quickly... can be dodgy though so get *real* advice (not just this bunch of random unqualified strangers ;-) ). Basically you'll have to starve yourself while making sure you get all the nutrition you need to keep living.
Or a year+ of good diet and regular exercise?
Depends how much time you have, how serious you are, and if you're healthy & strong enough to do it...
Strikt diet, a mixture of running/cyckeling/swimming, think about your goal. Make a excersise scheduale and follow it! If you are going for a jog for example you want to take long one, you can slow down a bit, but you have to keep going for over 30min.
Good luck!
take low fat food and take more food the contain more fiber , proteins and vitamins
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The right combination of diet / exercise and healthy habits will melt off extra weight/fat like magic.
Try to use as many ideas as you can (listed below) and if you can integrate them into your life as habit then not only will you lose a lot of weight, really fast, you'll also retain a healthy weight when you reach it.
Try the exercising, calorie-shifting/cycling, calendar keeping, and tips for a two weeks. You'll be stunned at the results!
Even better, if you can keep it up for longer than two weeks you'll be healthier, happier, more attractive, and just over all better.
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1. MOTIVATION: Set easy to reach goals to stay motivated & keep a calendar to mark progress on certain days. This helps you stick to the plan. In fact, make a simple reward system to add more motivation. The recommended goals is 1 - 2 pounds every week (which is 52 - 104 lbs. a year), although some people (the really hard core dieters / exercisers) do lose a lot faster than others (as in 5 - 10 lbs a week depending on the person). Try weighing on Saturday Mornings for the calendar.
2. DIET: Set up an easy, FLEXIBLE, diet plan. I highly recommend Calorie Cycling (aka: zigzag dieting). It's probably the most effective & flexible of the diets out there. Tip: Break down your days into about 5 - 6 smaller meals to help metabolism. Also, drink a lot of water or green tea. You don't have to completely cut the foods you love, but do cut down on the not so healthy stuff (consider them a treat or a reward).
3. EXERCISE: I know, yuck, right? But it has to be done. There are many ways to make it more enjoyable though. Do sports with a friend (eg. tennis) or join a class (eg. yoga, pilates, swimming).
Or you add something like a stroll through the park on certain days. Heck, I used DDR (Dance Dance Revolution) and that worked very very well for me (although I recommend having two or three different games so you don't get bored with the songs). There are articles on the internet of people who have lost weight playing DDR. Biking, swimming, jogging, etc. are also good alternatives. If you can do it with friends, even better!
Also, weight-lifting is excellent for weight loss for increased muscle mass overtakes fat and increases metabolism which increases weight loss.
By the way, you should definitely include exercises that work the core muscles. Those really tighten up the abs on top of weight loss and reduced back pain (or risk of back pain). If possible, take up pilates.
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Here are some guidelines that will greatly help:
1. METABOLISM & PORTIONS: Instead of 3 huge meals, split your days into 6 smaller meals. This will keep your blood sugar steady and actually boost your metabolism. Make sure to watch your portions! Portion guideline can be found on the internet. Over-eating, no matter how healthy the meal, will be a set back (think sumo wrestlers, who eat super healthy meals, just in extremely large proportions).
2. HYDRATION: Drink tons and tons of water. In fact, keep a large water bottle with you. Not only does it soothe the stomach pangs that are often mistaken for hunger (thus leading to over-eating), but it also flushes your system and keeps you well hydrated. A lot of diets that make it look like you're losing weight fast are only losing water weight instead of actual fat, which is very unhealthy (dehydration, anyone?).
3. FLAVORED DRINKS: When in need for a flavored drink, green tea is the way to go. It has excellent health benefits. Try to avoid sodas, concentrated juices, and other junk if possible. Remember, excess sugar is the enemy of a great body! If you absolutely must drink a juice (and don't wish to toss the plan), go for freshly squeezed, 100% fruit juice with little to no sugar.
4. HEALTHY INDULGENCE: If you really need to indulge go with a fruit smoothie (which is usually made of milk [calcium/vitamin D], some sort of low-fat yogurt [calcium/vitamin D], and a large combo of fruits [more vitamins]). Even better, try going for green smoothies (which basically have green, leafy veggies added, but still retain a great taste). Smoothies are a great way to get in a large serving of fruits & veggies while still enjoying the meal. You can find great healthy smoothie recipes online. Some have added things with different benefits (like multivitamins, whey, etc.). For muscle building, check out protein smoothies.
5. PROTEIN: Fish and lean meats are very good. Remember portion control. Avoid or cut down fatty or red meats if possible. A good meal to use is a chicken salad (although limit the dressing to a Table Spoon or less). Avoid or cut down on fried foods (way too much oil and fat).
6. RE-ENERGIZE: Healthy sleeping schedule. Get at least 7 - 8 hours of sleep. You won't believe how much more energy you'll have from this.
7. SNACKING: For between meal snacks, try carrying around a little bag of sliced fruits or veggies (with a little dressing). Also, consider a small bag of healthy cereal (preferable the ones you can eat with your fingers), pretzels (watch the salt), or a small peanut butter and jelly sandwhich.
Well, if you need any more ideas, feel free to just ask.
Good Luck!