Best Way To Lose Weight

The downside of restricting calories too much is that it slows down your metabolism (through a natural reaction by the body termed "the starvation response"), and that makes it much harder to maintain your weight loss efforts. This is why you should not reduce your calories by an excessive amount if you want to focus on keeping your weight down for a lifetime.

Most popular diets recommend a considerable reduction in calories, which make these diets difficult to stick to, and sets up failure even before you begin.

On the other hand when you consume calories more than what your body needs, or is able to expend, then these calories will be stored as fat. It is therefore very important for you to monitor and balance your calorie intake levels.

And if you want too lose weight fast, then it is equally crucial that you increase your exercise activity, so that you are able to sustain a sensible daily nutrition plan.

Your weight, age, gender and level of activity are a few factors which determine your calorie needs, a more active person for example will need more calories, because they will naturally be burning more.

Active people then, can eat more... Now is that not the best excuse to start on an exercise program, or work even harder if you are already on one?

Also, focusing on your food choices will have a significant effect on your ability to cut down on your calories, while still consuming sufficient amounts to void off hunger, and to ensure that you get a healthy balanced nutrition.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 10:26 PM 0 comments

Before buying any diet pill or weight loss product, it is important to fully understand and research any weight loss product information it might contain. Arming yourself with the right and objective weight loss product information is one of the keys to attaining a healthy body and lifestyle altogether.

Avoid misleading information

There are tons of internet sites that provide weight loss product information, but there is a great possibility that these sites could be offering incorrect or misleading product information. Many internet sites, especially those of manufacturers, are offering marketing and advertising claims. But the problem with these is that they could either be highly exaggerated or fraudulent. Experts at the Johns Hopkins University have tried searching the internet for sites selling primarily herbal weight-loss products and then evaluated them for medical accuracy.

Of the 32 sites surveyed and analyzed, 13 - or 41 - have failed to reveal the potential adverse or harmful side effects of these supplements and their ingredients. Meanwhile, as much as 17 - or 53% - failed to reveal the recommended dosage for the supplement. Thirty four percent failed to specify correct product information, such as ingredients, which is harmful for consumers.

Is it too good to be true?

If you've come across a website that tells of a "miraculous" diet pill that helps you shed the pounds within days, don't be easily fooled. There is a great possibility that the website is providing highly exaggerated information that can mislead consumers. This marketing ploy has caught the eyes of the US FDA and the FTC, prompting them to crack down on these misleading advertising claims and close down the manufacturer companies.

What is the answer?

To get the accurate and reliable weight loss product information, it is best to consult an expert. Experts can either be doctors or nutritionists, or anyone who has experience and knowledge on diet pills and its corresponding ingredients. Also, don't view diet pills as a quick fix to all your problems. Analyze and understand its weight loss product information before buying a diet pill for your use.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 10:20 PM 0 comments

I am sure you have heard a lot about Fat Loss 4 Idiots, one of the latest weight loss systems. I am also sure you might be a bit fed up with the many opinions and reviews available on the Internet about the fat Loss 4 Idiots System. In the review of this weight loss system I am going to try to give you the latest information based mainly in objective and deeply researched reports.

My conclusions after long and deep research about this system to burn the fat are:

1. If you stick to the plan, if you follow carefully the detailed instructions the Fat Loss 4 Idiots provides you, it is a sure fact that you will lose weight. I am saying that you have to follow religiously the system, without cheating even a single day.

2. The first promise when you enter Fat Loss 4 idiots website states that you will likely lose around 9 pounds in a period of 11 days. These statistics are not the average, on the other side, most of the population will surely lose a bit less weight in the 11 days period, so please bear in mind that the main promise you find in this fat burning system website is based only in few individuals that really lost 9 pounds in a 11 days period, although the average Joe will lose a bit less weight in the same period.

3. Any one that is looking to lose a lot of weight in a short period of time should simply avoid this system. It is well known in research and medicine laboratories that losing a lot of weight in a short period of time is something very dangerous and risky for your health. Only when the weight is lost in a regular way, during a long period of time, the body tissues and the whole systems of the body have the proper amount of time to recover and return to a former good shape, after the weight loss.

4. There are thousands of happy users of Fat Loss 4 Idiots system, and all those individuals that used the program that I am reviewing successfully can not be wrong.

Again, if you stick to the plan and follow carefully the detailed instructions of this program to burn the excess body fat, there is no reason why you wont lose all the extra weight you are willing to get rid of, in a reasonable period of time with out any risk for your health.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 10:16 PM 0 comments

Despite the high number of people who fail to lose weight on the hundreds of diets which are on the market, losing weight is in fact rather simple. If you just maintain a proper lifestyle, you can easily see a gradual decline in your weight and fat.

Here are some simple weight loss tips you can implement today:

1. Stop eating before feeling full - Most people make the mistake of eating too much at each meal. It takes our body a while to figure out that it's full. If you stop eating when you feel that you're just shy of being full, in about 20 minutes you will not feel hungry at all and you won't overeat as much as you used to.

2. Drink a lot of water - Water is the elixir of life, but surveys show that most of us don't drink enough of it. You need to drink 8--12 glasses of water each day. This will help to make you feel fuller, less tired, more energetic, and overall healthier. Drinking cold water is better for weight loss since the body burns a lot of calories to bring up the water temperature to regular body temperature. It's a simple weight loss tip you should start following today.

3. Eat small meals - Eating too much is like walking with ankle weights: it's just plain harder. By eating too much we're burdening our body. All that it can do is to turn our excess calories into fat. The trick is to eat a lot of small meals and snacks throughout the day instead of eating 3 large meals like most people do.

4. Don't eat late at night - Eating too late has a few negative ramifications: it makes us sleep less well, our body doesn't handle food at night while we're sleeping as well as it does during the day, and it's easier to overeat at night. Try to stop eating at a reasonable hour, say 20-21PM. One trick is to brush your teeth early. This will keep you from eating again since most people don't want to have to re-brush their teeth before bedtime.

5. Become a bit more active - Being a bit more active can help you to increase your calorie burn rate and lose weight faster. There are many ways this can be done. My suggestion is to find ways to incorporate this into your regular schedule like climbing the stairs instead of taking the elevator, walking instead of driving or commuting whenever possible, and doing stretches and muscle flexes throughout the day even while you're sitting down. All of these tiny steps can accumulate to a lot of burned calories.

Follow these 5 simple and easy weight loss tips and you will find it much easier to lose weight.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 10:12 PM 0 comments

Weight loss 4 idiots, also known as Fat Loss 4 Idiots, is a widely used diet plan. As such, it's best if you were aware of common complaints and questions about this diet. So here are some Weight Loss 4 Idiots reviews and information.

1. You should know that Weight Loss 4 Idiots has a fruit day. Some people don't like it one bit and find it hard to stick to. And indeed it's not the easiest thing in the world. However, each 11 days cycle of this diet only has one such day, so you should be able to tough it out.

2. This diet requires to drink at least 8 glasses of water each day. Again, some people find it difficult to do, though I recommend it regardless of the diet since it's very healthy.

3. Weight Loss 4 Idiots reviews from people who used this diet are overall positive, yet some people do fail with this diet. It's not 100% foolproof.

4. This diet does not revolve around exercise, yet you need to take frequent walks to increase the calorie burning rate and to accelerate your weight loss pace.

5. Weight Loss 4 Idiots does not build muscle tissue as it does not involve weight training. This is a strict nutrition based diet.

6. This diet wasn't made specifically for diabetics although some do very well with it.

7. Weight Loss 4 Idiots allows you to choose your favorite food items from a list of items, so you can create a menu which is composed of things you like to eat.

I hope this Weight Loss 4 Idiots reviews has helped shed some light on this diet for you.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 8:18 PM 0 comments

In the effort to lose weight, some people will try any method available. Often, diet and exercise just dont seem to shed the pounds fast enough. As a result, some get frustrated with the lack of results they are getting trying to lose weight the old-fashioned way, and turn to quickie weight-loss methods. Many people turn to fat and starch blockers as a supplemental aid in weight loss. But, do they really work?

Fat and starch blockers both work to prevent certain nutrients from being digested. This, in theory, is supposed to help a person to lose weight. Fat blockers usually contain a fiber called chitosan, which is derived from the exoskeletons of certain shellfish. As the fat blockers pass through the system without being digested, they absorb fat along the way, all of which is eliminated in the stool.

Starch blockers work in much the same way as fat blockers, except that they prevent carbohydrates from being absorbed into the body. Starch blockers, which are usually made from bean and wheat germ extracts, help the carbohydrates pass directly through the digestive tract, where they are also eliminated in the stool.

Both fat and starch blockers are intended to be taken before meals, when weight loss is the goal. This way, the fat and starches that are ingested during the meal will not be absorbed by the body, which will aid in weight loss, or at least prevent weight gain.

Side effects of Using energy blocking weight loss aids

Despite the fact that these weight loss aids promise to help you lose weight, there are some pretty serious side effects that can occur with use. These include:

Fat Blockers:

• Cramping
• Gas
• Diarrhea
• Vitamin deficiency because some key vitamins that the body requires are fat soluble, including K, A, D, and E, they will not be absorbed. This can be dangerous to the body over time.

Starch Blockers:

• Bloating
• Cramping
• Gas
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

Most starch blockers on the market claim to slow the digestion of carbohydrates and induce weight loss. Recent studies suggest that, in higher dosages, starch blockers do in fact slow carb digestion. However, most pills on the market are about 3000 mg short of this dosage. Furthermore, there is no real proof that starch blockers or fat blockers help a person lose any weight.

Quite simply, the best, and most healthy, way to lose weight is through eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly. By looking for a quick weight loss pill solution, you could be doing your body more harm than you realize, and the effects could last a lifetime.

Wayne Mcgregor has a wealth of experience in helping people to lose weight. His website provides hundreds of free weight loss articles, sample diets, tools and information on the calorie content of thousands of common foods.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 8:09 PM 0 comments

Nausea, pain, fatigue...these are just a few of the results of undergoing chemotherapy. Those symptoms make it difficult to want to exercise, even if it is good for the patient. Also, when the treatment is over, patients usually do not know what, if any, exercise they should be doing.

One recent study shown introducing aerobic training, as simple as a basic walking program, one week prior to and continuing through eight weeks of chemotherapy improved five out of seven functional measures and decreased fatigue during and after performing activities of daily living.

Another recent study prescribed exercise programs (thirty minutes of ergometer daily, in an interval pattern) to hospitalized chemotherapy patients and compared the results to a control group. The exercise group showed reduced fatigue and had fewer complaints about pain than the control group. They also decreased their psychological stress over the course of the hospital stay.

Resistance exercise is also important for cancer patients. A 2007 study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology followed three groups throughout their chemotherapy: aerobic exercise, resistance exercise, and control. Those engaging in aerobic exercise improved their self-esteem, aerobic fitness, and percent body fat. The resistance exercise group showed improvements in self-esteem, muscular strength, lean body mass, and chemotherapy completion rate. Both groups showed increased quality of life scores and decreased fatigue, depression, and anxiety.

Exercise is also important after the cancer has gone into remission. A 2005 study followed nearly three hundred women who had been previously diagnosed with breast cancer. Survivors who engaged in more than nine MET hours per week (three hours of walking 2-2.9 mph) reduced their risk of mortality by six percent. The greatest benefits from exercise while in remission occurred in women who performed the equivalent of walking three to five hours per week at an average pace (2-2.9 mph). There was no evidence of correlation between greater energy expenditure and increased benefit. The exercise benefits especially helped women who had had hormone-responsive tumors.

In another study, twenty-seven breast cancer survivors were placed on an eight-week full-body resistance and aerobic training program. The sum of their skinfolds, waist girth, and hip girth were significantly reduced posttraining. Their body weight did not change, but that was most likely due to an increase in lean tissue mass. Improvements were also made in upper body strength and endurance, lower body strength and endurance, VO2max, trunk flexibility, and flexibility of both the surgical and non-surgical shoulder joints (in lymphadenectomy patients). Both psychological and overall quality of life also improved.

This recent research shows that exercise is both safe and beneficial for those undergoing cancer treatments, and for those who have been through treatment in the past. In patients undergoing chemotherapy, exercise can reduce fatigue, improve function, increase fitness, and improve psychological stress. Breast cancer survivors can safely engage in full-body exercise, and physical activity after breast cancer reduces risk of death from the disease.

References:

"Effects of Aerobic and Resistance Exercise in Breast Cancer Patients Receiving Adjuvant Chemotherapy: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial." Journal of Clinical Oncology, 2007.

"Effects of Aerobic Training Prior to and During Chemotherapy in a Breast Cancer Patient: A Case Study." The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research," 2006.

"Effects of Physical Activity on the Fatigue and Psychologic Status of Cancer Patients During Chemotherapy." Cancer, 1999.

"Full Body Exercise Training Improves Fitness and Quality of Life in Survivors of Breast Cancer." The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 2006.

"Physical Activity and Survival After Breast Cancer Diagnosis." Journal of the American Medical Association, 2005.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 7:01 PM 0 comments

Metabolism is essentially the speed at which our body's motor is running. The speed at which our body burns calories is called the metabolic rate. It's how fast your "motor" is running when you're still in a reclined position or sleeping. About 60-75% of energy is expended by the body at rest in such activities.

The metabolism is based on the number of calories we burn throughout the day. Our body constantly burns calories to keep us going whether we are eating, sleeping, cleaning etc. People with a lower percentage of body fat (i.e. muscular) have a higher metabolism than others that are less muscular because muscle uses more calories to maintain itself than fat. Some people have a slower metabolic rate and have a harder time staying slim. Younger persons have higher (faster) metabolism because of the increased activity of cells. A slow metabolism actually causes to store fat. The slower the metabolic rate, the greater the weight gains. How to build muscles to improve metabolism? What type of exercise is ideal that speed up metabolism so that you burn calories even at rest or sleep? There are simple exercises that speed up the metabolism.

Causes for Low Metabolism

• Fasting
• A low calorie diet
• Snacking throughout the day on high sugared foods (candy, colas, cakes, gum).
• Eating or drinking too much sugar containing foods.
• Lack of physical activity.
• Underactive thyroid.

Metabolism Boosters

There are some natural metabolism boosters (natural foods) that improves your metabolism. Do not take over the counter pills containing animal thyroid extract that claim to boost up metabolism. These products may have side effects as diarrhea, increased heart rate, excessive sweating, nervousness, tremors, bulging eyes, etc.

How to Improve (Speed up) Metabolism

• Do not skip any meals

• Exercise daily

• Build your muscles

• Avoid alcohol, sugar, and fastings

• Drink 8-10 glasses of water daily.

• Eat foods with high nutrition values

Speed up Metabolism

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 6:53 PM 0 comments

Are you trying to lose fat on the treadmill? Do you spend endless hours on the elliptical trainer trying your best to slim down? You need to know the truth about aerobic exercising and fat loss. Cardiovascular exercises may be great for your heart, but it is not the best way to lose fat quickly. According to the latest exercise news, there are new, more efficient ways to lose your gut. But there's a bonus: the rapid approach to fat loss is also fastest way to build muscle.

We have all been taught for years that putting in lots of treadmill time (or doing similar aerobic exercises) was the best way to burn excess body fat. However, this turns out not to be the case.

Cardio exercises still work, but they are an inefficient way to get results. With the tightly scheduled lives that most people lead, there is not much room for inefficient exercising. Plus, it's possible that cardio exercises may actually lose their effectiveness over time. The worst part of it is that you could also exposing yourself to injury and muscle loss.

What is the fastest way to lower body fat and build pure muscles? Turns out that the answer is weight training. Doing the right kind of weight training is absolutely the fastest way to build muscle and slim down at the same time.

Accomplishing body fat loss requires increased metabolism. Research has proven that the best way to increase your metabolism is a consistent program of resistance training. Increased metabolism also helps to burn fat after the workout is over. This means that the benefits of weight training are both immediate and long-lasting.

To get the full benefit of a weight training program, you will need to do more than just add weights to your cardio routine. Spending hours and hours of going through the motions is not going to help you achieve your goals. The real key to success is intensity and targeting a complete set of muscle groups.

The problem with cardio or aerobic exercising for fat loss and muscle building is that cardio is a long period of activity at low to moderate intensity levels. Not only is the intensity lower than optimum, many muscle groups are left out.

If you really want to build muscle, you need to use a program that has a high level of intensity which also targets lots of muscle groups. Then work to the point of fatigue. This program will guarantee you maximum return on your effort. You will begin to build muscle and, at the same time, stoke your fat-burning furnace.

This method is called turbulence. If you have unlimited time and not very much to lose, then my all means stay on that treadmill. But if you need to build muscle and burn fat quickly, then add turbulence to your workout. You can expect to see results right away.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 6:52 PM 0 comments

This is part one in a series of articles that might help you understand why you have not been successful in your dieting efforts until now. You need to understand what the body requires and how it utilizes food sources we take in. Let's take a look at calories, carbohydrates, fats and protein, primary players in the weight control program.

You may well be aware of this fact but never gave it much thought. Some foods make you feel full faster, and keep you feeling full longer. These are foods that you must consider part of your diet. Additionally, you will need to consider the calorie value that food source represents.

Calories are always mentioned in dieting plans. The three classes of calories include protein, carbohydrates, and fat. While there are three basic types of calories, surprisingly you need to direct your efforts at controlling the first two.

The fuel source for your body activity is the calorie. Each food type will be a source of energy that is relative to the amount of calories the body absorbs from that food source. Each person requires a distinct quantity of calories that is relative to a number of factors.These factors include age, height, weight, gender, and the energy that particular person will expend in a normal day of activity. The bottom line here obviously is that if you consume more calories than you burn off, you will gain weight.

Carbohydrates are a major source of energy and should account for 50% to 60% of calories consumed each day. These include carbohydrates of sugars found in fruits (sucrose, glucose, fructose), milk (lactose), and soft drinks and sweets and complex carbohydrates found in whole grain cereals, flour, bread, rice, corn, oats, potatoes, and legumes.

Calories from protein and carbohydrates when not required to meet your energy requirements, are convert to fat and get stored by your body. Even if you are eating mostly "fat free" foods, excess consumption will result in additional body fat. It takes energy to transform protein and carbohydrates to body fat.

Fat should account for 30% or less of the calories consumed daily, with saturated fats accounting for no more than 10% of the total fat intake. We do need some fats in our body to maintain body temperature, and physically protect body tissues and organs. Fat also benefits our body by transporting the four fat-soluble vitamins: A, D, E, and K.

We will find several classes of fats in our daily diet. Saturated fat found mostly in meat and dairy products can be a cause of increased blood cholesterol levels. Conversely polyunsaturated fat helps to promote lower blood cholesterol levels. Monounsaturated fat found in both plant and animal products aids in lowering LDL cholesterol (the "bad" cholesterol)

Protein should provide ten to twenty percent of the calories consumed each day. Protein is required to maintain a strong count of red blood cells and adequate functioning of antibodies to provide a strong front against infection. It is also a primary element in normal growth and tissue repair.

Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and are found in a variety of foods. Meat, milk, cheese, and egg are complete proteins that have all the essential amino acids. Other sources of protein include whole grains, rice, corn, beans, legumes, oatmeal, peas, and peanut butter. For those who do not eat meat, fish, eggs, or dairy products, it is important to eat a variety of these meat free foods in order to get enough protein.

These will be the primary elements involved in the weight management and food sources discussions.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 6:44 PM 0 comments

The miraculous benefits of Hoodia Gordonii have already been established by independent laboratory studies.

The plant's wonder molecule, P57, is touted to possess unrivaled appetite-suppressing qualities. Its original manufacturer, Phytopharm, completed a placebo-controlled clinical study in overweight, but otherwise healthy volunteers using the P57 extract from the plant.

The participants were split into two groups, with one group received the extract and the other received a placebo. Both groups were also told to continue their normal diet and exercise regimen. In comparing the P57 group to the Placebo group, the P57 group had a significant reduction in body fat, caloric intake and showed no adverse side effects.

Health Implications

According to independent laboratory studies, the implications of hoodia with regard to the treating obesity are quite significant. In animal studies using rats, it was shown that a significant decrease in calorie consumption was noted in rats that were given hoodia samples.

In addition, one major study conducted on obese humans saw an average daily calorie drop of about 1,000 calories by the 15th day of taking the supplement. Further research is still being conducted, as more studies are needed to study the immediate and long-term effects and safety of the supplement. Current research however, has not verified any immediate or long-term side effects when using hoodia.

General Indications To Follow

In ensuring the supplement is effective, users should know that dosages may vary. It's important to use the product as directed by the manufacturer. It would be best to also consult your physician before using this or any other weight-loss product.

The supplement was initially released into the US market in early 2004, and there more research needs to be done before the mechanisms of the medication could be fully understood. Consumers should use extra caution in choosing a good-quality supplement, and ensure that they are made by reputable product manufacturers.

Take in Less Calories, And You Lose Weight Faster

What makes Hoodia supplements quite unique is that they effectively work in preventing weight gain. As much as everyone argues about which is more effective, low carbohydrate or low fat, in the end losing weight is a simple equation.

Individuals are advised to take in less calories than they usually burn, and the faster they will lose weight. As you can not gain weight if you consume lesser calories than you burn, Hoodia gives you a powerful mechanism to fight hunger and therefore take in less calories. Most diet pills and supplements work by trying to increase the rate at which our body burns fat.

Individuals who take weight-loss supplements like these are advised that Hoodia may not work right away as you wish it could. Users generally feel the effects several weeks after taking the supplements.

The major effects of using the product includes a reduced interest in food, delay in the time after eating before hunger sets in again, getting a feeling of fullness more quickly, as well as garnering a general feeling of well-being. Hoodia is not a stimulant, has no known side effects, and appears to be safe for most people.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 3:42 PM 0 comments

The benefits of physical activity are numerous and very well documented. Aside from substantially reducing the risk of dying of a heart attack, regular physical activity decreases the risk for stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure and certain forms of cancer. Regular physical activity helps to build and maintain healthy bones, muscles, and joints and reduces the risk of arthritis and osteoporosis. Regular physical activity helps reduce the symptoms of arthritis and degenerative joint disease and reduces the falls among older adults. Regular exercise has even been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. As overwhelming as these benefits are, the sad fact is that less than half American adults do not get enough physical activity to provide health benefits. Less than one third of adults in our country are physically active in their leisure time. The good news is, its never too late to reap the benefits of an active lifestyle.

Activities performed at a higher intensity or longer duration generally offer greater health benefits; this however, may not be a realistic goal or starting point for everyone. Healthy benefits can be gained from activity as simple as a brisk 30 minute walk five or more times a week. Life can be busy and hectic but with a little creativity and planning every body can make room for physical activity. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Replace that coffee or cigarette break with a fitness break by talking a brisk walk or doing some stretches at your desk. Play with the kids or the dog. Instead of driving around to find the closest parking spot, park farther away and enjoy the walk. Remember when it comes to physical activity every little bit helps.

To reap the full health benefit of physical activity an exercise plan should address the five components of physical fitness as outlined by the Centers of Disease control. These five components include cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition, and flexibility. In future columns we will more specifically address these individual components, as well other pertinent topics such as nutrition, weight management and injury prevention. Information that will help you stay Looking Better, Feeling Better, and Playing Better! But in the mean timeGet Moving!

Bill Scibetta, RN, NSCA-CPT

Bill is the founder and President of Precision Fitness Personal Training Centers in the Charlotte, NC area and co-author of the book "Play Better Longer!" Peak Performance and Injury Prevention for Golf. Bill is a licensed Registered Nurse as well as a National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer. After spending years practicing in the specialty of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Bill has dedicated his career to helping individuals identify and overcome obstacles that stand in the way of optimal wellness and peak physical performance.

posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 3:36 PM 0 comments

Losing weight can be a constant battle. And for many of us it's a never ending battle. First you have to decide how you are going to achieve the weight loss you want. Am I going to achieve the results by dieting alone, or a combination of dieting/exercise?

There are many fad diets floating around and you can waste a lot of time and money chasing the next easy weight loss fix. Weight loss really comes down to just 2 important factors, a sensible diet and regular exercise. You can purchase and follow the latest fad diet, and you will probably lose a few pounds but the moment you stop following it you can bet you will pile the pounds back on and probably with interest.

To achieve the weight loss you desire you don't have to spend countless hours working out at the gym leaving you without any spare time to pursue your other leisure time activities.

You do not have to avoid the foods you love and you definitely do not have to starve yourself. Two things you have to do straight away to lose weight is eat sensibly and exercise. Before you tuck into that piece of cake ask yourself do I need it? when did I last eat?, how much have I already consumed today?. With food you are better off having 4 to 5 small meals per day with a balanced nutritional mix. Don't have 5 meals of fried chicken if you do I do not believe you will see any benefit from you new eating plan.

Exercise, I for one like the gym but always seem to over do it and within a couple of weeks my training regime at the gym comes to an end. What does work for me is breaking my exercise into two parts AM and PM.

20 minutes of light exercise twice a day should be enough to start peeling off that excess weight.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 3:33 PM 0 comments

Nope! Surprisingly, there are healthy fatty foods that you can eat...

And I know all about the confusing information out there -- it just drives me nuts. Tons of people say no this, no that and the real truth of the matter is you don't know what their actual agenda is...

So today, I am going to ask you to open up your mind because some of what I say is going to be contrary to the politically correct media and nutritional advice that is being dispense...

And yeah, many of the advice is being dispensed by doctors, so-called health experts and the granddaddy of them all -- the mass media.

The way I figure it out is all the usual suspects above treat everyone like you and me like mushrooms. Shovel manure over us and keep us in the dark with confusing and conflicting information.

To start with, we absolutely NEED healthy fats in our daily diet! It is so vitally important to our overall health. Did you know that fats are critically needed for all the cell membranes in our body? However, if you eat the processed foods that contains chemically altered fats -- guess what? Your cells ain't gonna be happy...

It means your cellular functions won't work right. It means your body has to work harder to find the right fats to repair and maintain the cells. It means you have greater risk of degenerative diseases.

You need healthy fats for creating energy, for breaking down vitamins and minerals. And so on and on...

In short, FATS are absolutely, critically needed for a lots of important functions in your body -- and if you listen the one of the most dangerous advice you hear from all those so-called health experts listed above... about following a restricted fat diet or even a no-fat diet...

Don't do it! You are putting yourself in great danger! It is one of the most unbelievable piece of garbage information about health that I have ever heard!

And if you think about it, or even followed that advice for a period of time... did you lose your body fat? I'm guessing no.

And no wonder... fat is also critical to digesting your food intake. You NEED healthy fats to lose body fat, to become lean and healthy. To be disease-free.

So don't fall for that clap trap. It is utter nonsense and I think the whole reasoning behind that is the hysteria that if you have excess body fat, restricting your fat intake will force your body to use up the internal fat. That simply isn't true.

Let's use some hard, cold facts. There is a researcher by the name of Dr. Mary Enig who is a P.H.D., and one of the leading experts on fats -- she said that there is very little scientific evidence supporting the theory that high fat diets is bad for us.

Let's use a real world example. Hundreds of years ago... the Pacific Islanders had a typical diet of mostly coconuts. As you know, Coconuts is saturated fats. And in spite of getting 75% to 66% of their total daily calories in Coconuts, these Pacific Islanders enjoyed a very healthy life -- free from heart diseases and obesity.

But modern Pacific Islanders eat typical western diets that are unhealthy and many of them are obese or fat... but that is another story for another time.

My point is, even if you eat a diet that is mostly saturated fats -- you would be healthier than anyone who followed a no-fat diet.

Another example would be the traditional diets of Eskimos. Their diet has the same proportion of fat as the Pacific Islanders did because they ate whale blubber, seal fat, and cold water fish. And Eskimos were famous for health and longevity!

I can also point to tribes in Africa -- the Masai tribes and Samburu tribes -- they ate a diet of whole milk, blood and meet. These folks enjoyed low body fat.

And don't forget about the Mediterranean diets which is very high in fats from Olive oil?

And then you can compare all the groups mentioned above with the North Americans -- a lot of them eat unhealthy western diets with little or unhealthy fats.

And guess which group is overweight and obese?

I think it is pretty clear from the evidence I pointed out above that many of the so-called experts who promote no-fat or low -fat diets don't know what they are talking about...

In fact, they say if you repeat it often enough... it must be true.

But we aren't sheep and we are much smarter then them... So we are going to look at the list of healthy fat choices that you can incorporate into your diet:

Coconut fat. Although it is 92% saturated fats, it is one of the healthiest natural fats you can consume. It is also an excellent cooking oil because saturated fats are more stable and don't oxidize as easily as the unsaturated fats do. Which can create free-radicals which can damage your body. Good sources of coconut fat is coconut milk, coconut oil or fresh coconuts.

My favorite source of oil -- extra virgin olive oil! It contains 16% saturated oils and 71% unsaturated oils. Extra virgin olive oil is from the first pressing of the olives and has a higher percentage of free-radical fights -- antioxidants. Unlike a lot of the other cooking oils, industrial solvents weren't used to extract the extra virgin olive oils. So it is much healthier for us!

Chocolate! More specifically, bittersweet chocolate which contains over 70% cocoa fats. It has lots of antioxidants and the cocoa butter contains about 59% saturated fats. This is important -- even though some folks prefer milk chocolates -- that chocolate isn't as beneficial as the dark, bittersweet chocolates. Milk chocolate has more sugar and corn sweetener which isn't good for you.

Avocados! One of my most favorite ingredients for my scrambled eggs in the morning. Avocados on the other hand is mostly monosaturated fats but it still has 25% saturated fats. But you can use avocados in your sandwich and salads.

Fish with high fat contents. I try to stick with wild caught fish such as salmon, sardines, herring and trout. They tend to have healthier diets and are much healthier sources of fats for us. Wild caught fish is a great source of Omega 3 which is important for our diets. And I'll have to talk about that another time.

Nuts! I love 'em. I like to snack on mixed nuts and dried fruits. No peanuts though... Nuts are a great source of healthy fats plus minerals. Try to avoid any nuts that were roasted in oil. Use the ones that are either raw or dry roasted.

Seeds! Sunflower, pumpkin and flax seeds. All are good but flax seeds are famous for having a high ratio of omega 3. I like to sprinkle fresh ground flax seeds in my yogurt and fruit for a well-balanced meal. And for the guys -- big health tip -- eat a handful of pumpkins (or pepitas) seeds each day. It may be beneficial to keeping away a swollen prostate.

Of course I should list the fatty foods that you should absolutely stay away from. Don't touch these with a ten foot pole!

Hydrogenated oils. These are the trans fats that you have no business putting into your body. Look at your processed food labels. If this ingredient is listed -- I suggest you toss those in the trash and never buy them again!

Deep fried foods. Come on here! Sure it tastes good but it is really, really bad for you. In fact, I would say that french fries is probably one of the worst foods you can ever eat. It is pure glucose and contains trans fat oils. And all of that goes straight to your love handles. So just say no to fried foods.

Homogenized milk and butter. Raw milk fat is great for you but the pasteurizing process ruins it. And turns milk fat into something potentially dangerous for your body. Raw milk is hard to find so I would stick with skim milk and cultured organic butter.

Now you know enough to be dangerous... so go now and eat some healthy saturated fat...

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Create and Focus on your goal

I guess everyone wants to look slim and to do these with a positive result you have to set your goals, fat loss just don't come but it does if the tactics are applied the right way. In order to lose fat you need to set your own goal by saying you will lose two or more pounds a week and invest time in it to do what is required to lose that two pounds in a week and watch as you lose fat as the work plan expires.

Prepare and plan meals in time

When you are in a fat loss workout plan its not all food you should eat thats why its good to join a reputable lose workout program. Try to stick to that particular type of food you are only required to eat to get a successful plan and make sure you eat it at the required time, do not skip it for another food. During the time when you know you are not required to do it will jeopardize your chances of attaining a great stage to lose fat.

Climb steps instead of elevator

If you stay or live in a house or office where elevator can be alternated to stairs, try to form the habit of taking stairs rather the elevator. Though it might be stressful but it has its advantage of helping you lose fat without spending a penny which is a work you made from self service.

Change food

The type of food you eat will help you lose fat, if you are type that love to eat fatty foods, you are likely to gain more fat rather than burn fat. Eat your food gradually, do not rush your food, do it slowly. Eat foods one at a time do not bombard yourself with food. Take water as you eat and do not start to eat without water by your side or on the table this is because drinking water can help your food digest quicker thereby making you burn lots of calories which lose fat quick.

Drink hot water

If you drink hot water instead of cold water it can help to speed up your metabolism thereby helping you burn lots of calories which is effective to be able to lose fat. When you want to drink water, try to boil it to a temperature that is human being consumable and then drink it, you can do this 4 times daily , you can drink hot water after every 5 hours. Include this method while you are carrying out your fat loss workout plans. This might be uncomfortable but you have to do it if you want to lose fat in a short period of time.

Sleep less

Though its not easy to stay awake all night for someone that wants to lose fat, you can cut the hour of time you sleep at night. If you are the type that sleeps for 7 hours at night, you can cut it to 2 hours to make you lose fat. You may wonder how this will be successful because for real you will be feeling sleepy through out the day, but i must bet you that less sleep burns fat faster than any other method. You can find stuffs to do to stay awake during the night like watching tv, doing some house works or anything you can think of to make you stay awake, this is a successful fat loss program and can be done by anybody whom is serious about waiting to lose fat. I must tell you this will make a quick impact in you during the day like nodding when you go to the office, you might do the 2 hours sleep for 2 weeks and quit.

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If you are seeking to lose weight, you have likely spent time looking for weight loss treatments to help you succeed. The information available about the different weight loss treatments can be confusing, and those who are serious about losing weight often try one product after another with limited success. Of course, the best way to lose weight is to limit your caloric intake while increasing your amount of exercise, but if you are like the majority of people seeking to slim down, you have probably found that it is difficult to stick to a firm regime.

If you are looking for weight loss treatments, you will need to decide if you want a prescription medication or something you can purchase over the counter. There are many weight loss treatments available over the counter and some have a greater effect than others on your ability to lose weight. If you are shopping for an over the counter medication, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, just because something is labeled as "herbal" or "natural" does not mean it is completely safe. Many herbal weight loss treatments have been recalled due to dangers posed by the ingredients acting together. Take some time to research the way the product works. Remember, natural medications are not regulated by the government in the way that prescription medications are, so use caution when taking natural weight loss products.

One of the newest over the counter medications for weight loss is Alli but this is only available in the US at the moment. This medication is a reduced version of the prescription medication Xenical. Both of these medications work in the intestines. They contain ingredients that disable lipase, which is an enzyme in the digestive tract that is responsible for the breakdown of fat so that it can be absorbed. By disabling some of the lipase in the intestines, some of the fat cannot be absorbed by the body, thus causing it to pass through the digestive tract through the bowels. This can be very effective as the body stores less fat. You will still need to watch what you eat because if you eat too much fat while on either of these medications, you will face uncomfortable side effects such as diarrhea and gas. Also, if you do not exercise, you will not see much weight loss even with this medication.

The other medication option you have when seeking weight loss treatments is a prescription that works on the brain. Medications such as Reductil work in the brain to cause you to feel full with less food. This medication affects the chemicals in the brain that bring satisfaction from eating, thus curbing some of your cravings. Again, however, without diet and exercise, this medication will not be as effective as you would wish.

The bottom line is that no weight loss pills will work if you do not commit yourself to a healthy diet and plenty of exercise. However, if you need a little added boost to help you to stay motivated and stick with your plan, then the results that you will see with one of these treatments may help. Just remember that there is no magic pill to help you lose weight. It takes work but the results are well worth the investment of time and energy.

A considerable number of slimmers try diet pills in the hope that the medication will have a dramatic effect in a short period of time and will negate the need for a controlled and healthy diet along with a vigorous exercise regime. Anyone going into a weight loss programme with this attitude is destined to fail as there is no such thing as a magic slimming pill. These treatments can only help you achieve your slimming goals- they will not achieve the goals for you! Studies of most prescription weight loss pills show that it is possible to lose twice as much weight than those on diet and exercise along but diet and exercise are clearly an important part of the mix. It is highly unlikely that someone will lose weight if they pop a pill once a day then sit in front of the TV and eat whatever they want! The most successful slimmers are the ones who stick at it and go into the whole thing with a positive attitude and realistic targets.

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Turbulence Training Scam? I assume you are here to read more about Turbulence Training? This new fitness system present itself as an easy and quick way to lose weight. Designed for busy people it's a weight loss program. In fact the literature has stated,"It's a trainers type of system that DOESN'T necessarily require a trainer." This article won't seek to be a tutorial on the system rather a basic education on answering if Turbulence Training Scam is real or fiction.

Expect to gain muscles and lose fat with the turbulent program. The time commitment to the turbulent system would be at least three times a week. Each of these turbulent sessions should be at least thirty minutes long.

Reasons For Creation

Most of us are not in the situation to work out daily. Who has the two hours or more to exercise and lift weights with gym trainers during the day? For a minimum amount of effort those seeking to lose weight will make Turbulence Training there program of choice. The turbulence system has consistently proven over the course of time to be very effective at weight loss.

Turbulence Training Was Created For?

The system has been designed for all fitness levels and body types. We will make one caution here related to the fact that you should see your doctor before exercising if you have any questions about proceeding with your current level of fitness. High intensity training is the focal point of the system.

In Summary

Being exposed to this tutorial and seeing at some level what turbulent training could offer you. When will you get started? Some take-away points from this would be:

1) One hour or less is needed to perform the Turbulence-Training program.

2) You can lose weight as well as tighten loose muscles.

3) In one week you could be seeing results.

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The other day, I was talking with my sister about eating healthy and she said, "Breakfast is the hardest meal for me. After all, what can you eat besides bacon, sausage, or eggs?" Eating breakfast is essential to your weight loss efforts. A National Weight Control Registry survey has shown that people who eat breakfast tend to be slimmer than people who do not. Eating breakfast kick starts your metabolism in the morning.

Because eating a healthy breakfast is a problem for many people, I would like to share with you some ideas for this meal to help you start your day right.

Omelets - Okay I know these are made with eggs, but lets make them healthier. To start, mix three egg whites together, plus one yolk. Cook the mixture in a pan that has been coated with cooking spray. Fill the omelet with green onions, red peppers, mushrooms, and low fat mozzarella cheese. For an added kick, serve with 2 tablespoons of chunky salsa or low fat sour cream.

Breakfast pizza - To create an Italian masterpiece, simply spray two whole wheat English muffin halves with olive oil spray. Toast lightly. Top the halves with two tablespoons of tomato sauce or spaghetti sauce on each. Then add some chopped vegetables, such as peppers, mushrooms, artichokes, or olives. Cover the vegetables with part-skim mozzarella cheese and bake for 10-15 minutes in a 425 degree oven. This pizza also makes a good lunch.

Smoothies - Want something sweet and healthy? Try a Strawberry, Orange, and Banana Smoothie. To make one, pour one cup of orange juice in a blender. Add one cup of frozen strawberries, one whole banana, and a scoop of vanilla flavored protein powder. Blend until smooth. Enjoy!

Nutty Yogurt - If you are in a hurry, nothing beats a small container of fruit flavored non-fat yogurt and mixed with 2 TBSP. of almonds, pecans, or walnuts. Alternatively, you can also stir in cup of quick cooking oats.

If you want a more traditional breakfast, then there is always breakfast cereal. For maximum nutrients, you want to make sure that the cereal you choose has at least five grams of fiber per serving. Add banana or a cup of berries for an extra vitamin boost and top with either skim or 1% milk.

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Ab exercises aren't the only thing you have to do in order to get your 6-pack. You also have to work hard on your diet as well, sticking to a fat-burning, muscle-building diet all year round.

Here's a list of 3 common myths about abs.

Myth 1) Exercise is more important that nutrition

Diet is first and foremost the key factor when trying to get 6-pack abs. Plan your nutrition in advance, to avoid dietary downfalls. Focus on protein, green vegetables, fiber-rich fruits, and zero calorie drinks such as Green Tea and water. Avoid all sugar.

Myth 2) You can "Spot reduce" the fat on your abs with crunches

No matter how many crunches you do, you won't be able to get rid of your ab fat with crunches alone. You need a good diet and an increase in your calorie burning from strength training and interval training.

When I trained athletes, most of them had 6-packs, yet didnt do a single crunch in their programs. Instead, the total body movements of their sports and quick, intense workouts helped them shed the fat and build enough muscle to help them achieve the coveted 6-pack.

Myth 3) You must do abs every day

You don't need to do direct ab training every day. Instead, train them twice per week and use non-conventional exercises such as Mountain Climbers and Stability Ball Jackknives to reduce the stress on your low back.

I actually avoid the overuse of crunches and sit-ups in my training programs. Instead, for beginners, we focus on abdominal endurance with planks and side planks, and work up to more advanced exercises, but still avoid doing hundreds of ab crunches lying on your back.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 11:56 AM 0 comments

Have you been trying to diet, exercise, and or just simply lose weight, but with no success?

The most popular source for lack of success with getting healthy and in shape is a lack of motivation. Motivation and inspiration can do wonders for your efforts of getting healthy and in shape.

There are many sources of motivation and inspiration in regards to health and fitness. You can find these sources in success stories of other people who are also trying to get healthy and fit, you can find it in magazines and books, you can find it at your health club with seeing other people strive for the same goals you are, and you can find it on your television screen via movies, music videos, sports events, exercise shows, and even infomercials about weight loss and exercising. But, there is one source that is the most important and yields the greatest results.

The motivational tool that yields the greatest results in not just exercising and improving your health, but with anything in your life, is results. That's right, seeing and/or feeling results is the best motivational tool for ultimate success. This is because it triggers a mental key in your mind to not quit because of the results you are seeing and/or feeling. In other words, results make you want to push harder to see even more results.

But what if I am not seeing results? That's the whole point, when you start on your plan to exercise and get healthy, your number one goal in the beginning is to strive to see some type of result. This result can be in the form of ANY amount of weight loss (I say any, because I don't want you to feel as though you have to lose 25 pounds in order to get motivated), going down a dress or pants size, or it can come from the way your body feels after changing your lifestyle to a healthier lifestyle. Stick to your health and fitness plan consistently for a week, and nine times out of ten, not only will you see some type of result, but you will have the motivation to continue.

With all that said, you must take into consideration that if you do not stick to your plan consistently, and/or if you do not have patience, you are not going to see the results you were hoping for, and maybe no results at all. Patience, determination, and consistency are the keys for ultimate success.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 11:48 AM 0 comments

There are hundreds of ways of losing weight and thousands of methods to regain it. Pills, designer foods, special diets, medical treatments can all help you in achieving this then why do you need another programme? People mistakenly assign most of their efforts to losing weight instead of maintaining weight loss. In reality, it should be the opposite-weight maintenance should be the focus.

The key is not just losing weight but also maintaining the shape that you have achieved. I really find it amusing when weight loss programmes make claims such as "lose 10 kg in 15 days" or try to attract people through before-and-after advertisements. Losing weight is one thing and maintaining the weight loss is quite another. Anyone can tell you how to lose weight, but there are a few who will tell you how to remain slim and trim.

You can avoid the inconvenience of repeated failed diets once you know how to:

Burn your own body fat as an energy source (lose 1 to 3 kg a week).

Boost your metabolism naturally.

Improve your digestion and liver function to detoxify your body and burn fat.

Help your hormones to keep fat off.

Tone your body to bum fat.

Reduce stress and banish overeating.

Enjoy delicious recipes that are palatable, pleasant and satisfying.

Identify any allergies that may be contributing to your weight.

Fast track your weight loss with natural supplements and herbs.

Enjoy foods that burn calories fast.

Learn to manage your hunger.

Everybody is different, and every treatment should be different. What I teach my clients are ways to help their bodies regulate weight automatically. Your body knows what to do. Treat it right and it will get on with its job. Every person is different and wants to be treated and respected as a unique person, not as a "number". This is where many books and weight loss centres leave you in the dark. The author's weight loss programmes are typically aimed at modulating a healthy lifestyle. These programmes have a two-pronged approach:

Weight Loss

Weight Management

Hunger Management

The Perfect Dietary Regimen

I recommend a dietary regimen I call NCMPP (Normal Carbohydrates-as prescribed by the Dietary Charts-Moderate Proteins and Low Fat). This dietary plan is ideal in naturally reducing weight and at the same time maintaining a perfect balance of nutrients in the body. It should be noted that one has to cut down on the calorie intake and not the basic nutrients required by the body.

The approach has to be two-pronged: first, increasing the metabolic rate so that you end up burning more calories (remember, each 450 grams of weight represents 3,500 Kcal) and second, creating a calorie deficiency in permissible limits (reducing calorie intake to less than 1,100 Kcal is not advisable), so that you end up consuming calories from your buffer.

An ideal diet should have lots of water content, moderate minerals and moderate vitamins so that you maintain and enhance your BMR, thereby burning more calories.

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posted by tips-for-losing-weight36843  # 11:09 AM 0 comments

Losing weight feels great and can help prevent serious health issues like diabetes and heart disease. But with so many weight loss diets to choose from, it's hard to know which program is right for you.

To put this in perspective, let's look at just some of the different diets that are on the market today.

Low Carb: This type of diet combines high protein (and high fat) with a minimal amount of carbohydrates and is very successful, at least in the short term, for many people.

Portion Control: This diet teaches moderation in meal sizes and often focuses on adding larger portions of fruits and vegetables with moderate amounts of protein and minimal intake of starchy carbs like potatoes and white bread.

Points System: Assigning different point values to foods helps these dieters meal plan by the numbers. No food is off limits here, but a piece of full-fat cheesecake might take most of your points for the whole day!

Calorie Counting: This could be thought of the old fashioned way to lose weight. A specific daily calorie intake is set and you count the calories consumed throughout the day in order to meet, but not exceed, this number.

High Fiber: This approach to weight management focuses on eating a high fiber diet filled with whole grains, beans/legumes and fruits and vegetables. The general theory here is that, if you focus on eating high fiber foods, you will naturally eat fewer empty calories that contribute to obesity.

Exercise / Muscle Building: Using aerobic exercise and muscle building techniques is yet another approach to weight loss that involves less focus on what you eat and more on what you do with your body.

Diet Pills / Supplements: Diet pills and weight loss supplements are available in many different formulas, with or without stimulants such as caffeine, and can be used alone (with healthy eating and exercise) or in conjunction with a structured weight loss program.

The truth is, ANY diet that combines healthy eating with exercise has the potential to promote successful weight loss. Yet many dieters fail time and time again - no matter what program they choose.

The Reason Why Diets Fail

Although most diets have solid nutritional elements that result in weight reduction, they are missing the secret ingredient to permanent weight loss success: personalized SUPPORT.

The best way to understand how support can help you succeed at losing weight is to look at the reality television show, "The Biggest Loser." Why are the candidates on this show so successful at achieving life-changing weight loss? Because they aren't just put on diets and exercise programs, they also have a personal coach working with them side-by-side, day-after-day to keep them motivated and on course!

The journey to lasting weight loss is filled with pitfalls, distractions and plateaus. In fact, many people give up before ever reaching their goal weight (and gain every pound back - and more!). That's why it's so important to have someone supporting you every step of the way. Someone that will keep you on track when the going gets rough, talk you through weak moments, provide encouragement and motivation when you're ready to quit and to share your joy as you reach each milestone.

Finding the Best Support

Your best support system will be a friend, spouse, parent or other loved one who is willing to provide motivation and encouragement as you lose weight - and provide tough-love (or a kick in the butt) when needed!

However, many of us don't have someone who can offer that kind of support. The good news is that there are online resources that allow you to connect with a personal mentor that will keep you on task and make you a success at weight loss.

Any diet can help you lose weight. When choosing a program, make your choice based on the foods you enjoy and the lifestyle you lead - and make sure you add personalized support to ensure your success.

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