GUYS post all the tips to lossing weight!!!
lets see how many i will get 
Just for the record, I'm by no means a certified nutrionist and/or trainer. This is what I've learned over my years playing in the weight room. There are other people on this site with more experience who might contribute to this thread. Doing cardio first thing in the morning on an empty stomach is excellent. Research indicates that cardio first thing in the morning excels fat loss when compared to other time frames during the day. I'd recommend performing cardio 3-4x times a week for starters. An excess amount of cardio can lead to a loss of lean muscle tissue. Training your upper body 3x a week is a little too much and chances are, you're overtraining. I'd implement a training regime that would require you to train each major muscle group once a week. Train no more than an hr with about 45 sec to a 1 a minutes rest inbetween sets (this also increase your heart rate). If you're training more than an hr, the routine is not intense enough or you're probably The amount of sets and reps sounds good. There are 2 important meals in a day. Your breakfast, and the postworkout meal. For me personally, I use MRP's. I don't have the ability to digest all that food 1st thing in the morning or after a workout. MRP's serve as an excellent substitute. Try and space out about 4-6 meals a day, eating every 3-4 hours. Eating 3 square meals a day creates two problems. Larger meals are harder to absorb, and large, infrequent meals can stimulate fat storage. Don't deprive yourself when your dieting. Protein/Fat/Carbs are all beneficial. It's just a matter of when/how to consume it. Regarding carbs, a rule of thumb is to consume roughly 2-3 grams of carbs daily for each pound of lean body mass(this helps restore muscle glycogen when training).
If there's anything else I missed, let me know. Good luck!!
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-drink water and eat veggies and fruits between lunch and dinner.
-balance your calorie intake.
-burn the calorie(could be walking, weight training, yoga, pilates, sports, rec etc)
-motivate yourself to follow the pattern..could be done by keeping a record, journal..reading motivation stuff including books/magazines/websites , talking to people, joining a circle.
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Eat healthy 3 meals a day and excercise. That's all there is to it.
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*Originally posted by punjab da sher: *
Just for the record, I'm by no means a certified nutrionist and/or trainer. This is what I've learned over my years playing in the weight room. There are other people on this site with more experience who might contribute to this thread. Doing cardio first thing in the morning on an empty stomach is excellent. Research indicates that cardio first thing in the morning excels fat loss when compared to other time frames during the day. I'd recommend performing cardio 3-4x times a week for starters. An excess amount of cardio can lead to a loss of lean muscle tissue. Training your upper body 3x a week is a little too much and chances are, you're overtraining. I'd implement a training regime that would require you to train each major muscle group once a week. Train no more than an hr with about 45 sec to a 1 a minutes rest inbetween sets (this also increase your heart rate). If you're training more than an hr, the routine is not intense enough or you're probably The amount of sets and reps sounds good. There are 2 important meals in a day. Your breakfast, and the postworkout meal. For me personally, I use MRP's. I don't have the ability to digest all that food 1st thing in the morning or after a workout. MRP's serve as an excellent substitute. Try and space out about 4-6 meals a day, eating every 3-4 hours. Eating 3 square meals a day creates two problems. Larger meals are harder to absorb, and large, infrequent meals can stimulate fat storage. Don't deprive yourself when your dieting. Protein/Fat/Carbs are all beneficial. It's just a matter of when/how to consume it. Regarding carbs, a rule of thumb is to consume roughly 2-3 grams of carbs daily for each pound of lean body mass(this helps restore muscle glycogen when training).
If there's anything else I missed, let me know. Good luck!!
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can u define/describe a cardio workout?
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can u define/describe a cardio workout?
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anything that increases your heart rate. But to give some examples running/jogging/walking..riding a bike, to name a few..
eat less.. burn more...
Just keep working out! :)
Liquid diets, all-protein diets, nutrition supplements, and metabolism boosters - which diets and supplements are really safe, and which ones really keep the pounds off? There are so many "miracle diets" on the market promising to get rid of weight with little effort, it can be hard to resist the temptation to try one.
You've probably figured out by now that many of these fad diets don't work or are hard to maintain, and even if you are able to shed some pounds, you'll gain it all back - plus more - when you return to your normal diet.
So before you start any diet, it's important to talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian who can tell you whether a certain diet is healthy for you or just a waste of your time. Plus, a doctor or dietitian can help you figure out the best way to maintain your weight at a healthy level.
The next time you're looking for a quick way to lose a few pounds, keep in mind a few myths about dieting:
Myth #1: Skipping breakfast will help you eat less throughout the day.
Fact: Skipping breakfast is never a good idea. Because you've just slept for about 8 hours during the night, your body now needs for you to "break" your fast. This means eating a healthy breakfast. Plus, eating boosts your metabolism, so it's never a good idea to skip any meals if you're trying to lose weight. Depriving yourself of food actually causes your metabolism to slow down, which causes you to burn fat and calories slower than you normally would. Studies also show that people who eat breakfast tend to be less hungry, eat less throughout the day, and perform better in school. Remember to make some time for a healthy breakfast.
Myth #2: Low-carb diets are the best way to lose weight.
Fact: Carbohydrates are your body's primary source of energy. The philosophy behind this diet is that banishing carbs will cause your body to find different ways of getting the energy it needs, like from fat. But before you jump in, don't be fooled. Think of banning carbohydrates from your body like depriving your car of gas and forcing it to run on oil. Eventually, you're going to have serious problems with your car. According to nutrition experts, 50% to 60% of your calories should come from carbohydrates - especially complex carbohydrates, which are found in foods such as whole-grain cereals, brown rice, and potatoes. The best way to lose weight is concentrating on food groups that are on the bottom of the pyramid (like veggies, fruits, and grains) and cutting down - not eliminating - the ones that are at the top (like simple sugars, fats, and meats).
Myth #3: Wraps are healthy and low in fat.
Fact: If you've caught on to this recent food trend, you might want to reconsider. The American Dietetic Association (ADA) says that some wraps can contain as many as 1,500 calories, which is almost like eating two (or three) meals instead of one! So before you get ready to order a wrap at your favorite restaurant, you might want to ask how heavy the wrap is (some are over a pound, which is more than a normal meal should weigh), what dressings are used, and how the vegetables or meats are cooked (sautéing and frying, for example, adds more calories). Or, try making wraps at home with lots of fresh veggies, small amounts of lean meat, and low-fat or nonfat dressings or sauces.
Myth #4: Dietary supplements are a good substitute for food.
Fact: Before you start taking any dietary supplements, you should talk to your doctor. Consuming too much of certain vitamins and minerals can harm your body and even cause chronic diseases. Also, many herbal supplements claim they're "natural," which doesn't necessarily mean safe. Herbal supplements in the United States are not regulated or tested by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), unless they have been shown to have adverse affects while on the market. Labels may present some particular study done on the herbal supplement or may be slightly worded to lure consumers into buying the product. That's why it's important that you talk to your doctor first.
Myth #5: Taking metabolism boosters is a safe way to burn fat and calories faster.
Fact: Metabolism boosters are often comprised of caffeine and other chemicals (such as ephedrine) that get your heart beating and your energy surging. However, though they may make you lose weight temporarily, there are no studies indicating that they are safe. In fact, many experts agree that metabolism boosters can cause high blood pressure and serious heart problems. Because the more muscle you have, the faster you burn calories, the best way to boost your metabolism is through cardiovascular exercise, which will burn calories and build those muscles at the same time.
Also, contrary to popular belief, eating between meals is also good for your metabolism, because each time you eat, you give your metabolism a little boost. So try to stay away from eating big meals, and eat healthy snacks and smaller portions every couple hours throughout the day.
Myth #6: Detox diets make you healthier and more energetic.
Fact: Detox diets (diets that generally involve some type of fast - giving up a food or foods for a specific period of time - that's intended to rid the body of harmful toxins) are not proven to remove toxins faster. Actually, they encourage unhealthy behaviors like purging and fasting, which causes your muscles to get flabby and your metabolism to slow down. This can make it harder for you to keep weight off and lose weight later. A detox diet might help you to lose a few pounds, but it will mostly be from water loss or from muscle loss. Your body is designed to purify itself without the help of detox diets.
hope its not too long for ppl to read,but health is an important issue.
Skip breakfast. Eat half the amount of dinner u would normally eat. Eliminate junk food and oily foods. Go for a run or swim regularly.
TRUST ME it works
read what I wrote above.
I did read it, its not practical for the typical Pakistani lifestyle. Mashallah se we get enough nutrients in one course meal that we don't have to eat all day. Khayre you are the self proclaimed que4n and I dare not argue with a hijaaban.
hmmm some good tips.
Does anyone know about the atkins diet? I've been trying to get it off the net, but you have to pay $5 a week for it.
I've been on fruit for the past 2 days and it really sux.\
Another handy tip - every time you feel hungry, drink a big glass of water or have some tea/coffee.
mushi,its just that the info I gave is important.
Aur cat yaar dont follow myth diets.Eat healthy food,and exercise is the basis.Starving urself or other diet miracles r no good.
Muslim Queen nailed it on the head, thanks for the informative post. Eat healthy and excercise. That's all their is to it folks.
Muslim queen as far as your myth about low carb diets goes, it is being challenged as we speak even in terms of the food pyramid. The goal there is not to eliminate carbs except for the first few weeks, but after that complex carbs in moderation are allowed. There is more restriction on sugars.
My cousin lost quite a bit of weight on the atkins diet and has kept it off for a few years now. and a former colleague lost 60 lbs on it and has kept it off.
The challenge is when you mix simpel carbs and sugars with fat, that stuff will put weight on you faster than anything else. just think of donuts :)
Catwoman, atkins diet off thenet for $5/week? why dont you just buy his book? prolly cheaper
Eat Salad and drink water only...see if it helps. Never tried it but i know someone who did.
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SuMi Eat Salad and drink water only...see if it helps. Never tried it but i know someone who did.
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I think we want a balanced diet ,to lose weight.We dont want anybody to starve trying to lose that weight.