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For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been on a health binge.
I’m not necessarily trying to lose a ton of weight, but I’m trying to get a little more fit.
Trying to become a little less squishy.
Just out of curiosity today…
What’s your best diet/workout advice?
Why should I use it (how’d it help you)?
This might seem hobo, but I once used milk jugs filled with water (you could do it with sand too!). With water, they were a little over 8lbs.
Just do reps with those! haha
Haha… I love it. Not hobo, inventive.
1. P90X.
2. Run.
3. Cut the soda.
(by the way, I’m horrible at #3)
Yeah, me too!
You can do #1 though?
I have it, but it’s too hard.
I need motivation.
Diet advice – Count calories. A friend of mine has lost 35+ lbs just by keeping track.
Workout advice – Consistency. Other than that it depends on your goals. If you want to get big/buff I suggest 3 sets of 6-8 reps w/ 1-2 minutes of rest. If you want to get lean/mean I suggest 4 sets of 10-12 reps w/ 30-45 seconds of rest.
I’ve been working out for years and my bro is a personal trainer. Git er dun!
Doing the calorie count. Will give the rest a try. Thanks!
You don’t want my advice. I feel like a fat slob right now (extra squishy). Especially after crushing this cheeseburger with fries.
Haha. Sounds tempting!
I have found a few things that “work”
over the years.
Better to do the weight loss now
before your age makes
your metabolism change
and it becomes harder
or impossible to lose the weight.
I’ve lost 10 lbs. quick
by drinking diet soda instead of eating a meal
(did this when younger not the healthiest idea
but effective).
Lost 15lbs. by jogging every other day for 45 mins.
(with no dietary changes).
Lost 20lbs. relatively fast by eating low carb.
I’m continuing to eat low-carb because I feel healthier.
No more ups and downs with my blood sugar levels
and a constant energy all day. It’s basically a diabetic diet, and I had low blood sugar, so it works for me.
Finally, I am at peace with my weight now.
I was stepping on the scale one morning and heard:
“that’s not how I measure you”…
God is so kind
and knows how we each need His view of things.
God bless you as you grow,
shrink
and journey
with Him.
Kim
Thanks Kimberly. Love that you blessed me “as I shrink.” Appreciate the advice too!
Give yourself a cheat day (or just a few meals). It helps when you are on a diet.
Also – don’t try to drastically cut the way you eat. Ease into it so it’s a life change, not a diet.
That’s good. The life change thing seems to be important. Thanks man.
Cut out the sugar and junk food. I have tried to cut out cokes and still working on this one. Lots of fruit and veggies! Nuts are good and healthy to snack on (if you are not allergic to them)- Drink water throughout the day. We just bought new bikes and gonna do a lot of bike riding this spring and summer.
Start off with a good diet. Getting fit and in shape cannot be done without an improved diet. Eat more nuts, yogurts, and beans (both have the combo of good fats and the right amount of nutrients to help you burn fat with exercise).
A lot of people think either lifting weights or cardio will help you out. In truth, it takes a combination of both to get maximum fitness. Pumping iron will help you build muscle and weight, but cardio will help you trim off the fat so your muscles will be able to show.
Personally, for cardio I recommend the elliptical machine as you can burn more calories at a slower rate. Make sure you go backwards as well as forwards!
Also, don’t neglect different muscle groups when you work with weight. You only lose fat at a whole proportion, so building muscle in every group will help what your cardio is doing. I lift 2-3 times a week, working biceps and triceps one day with chest and upper body on the other. I also work abs and back in between those days as well.
Realistically, try to hit the gym at least twice a week. Definitely don’t miss out on cardio, and don’t start too heavily on the weights. If you’ve got time, picking up a fun sport like racquetball would be great, too.
I hope this helps!
Great stuff. Thanks!
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Goodness. Want to join my facebook group called “Death to Cheeseburgers?”
I’m trying to get rid of the squishy too.
Haha. Let’s do it.
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