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Lose Weight In A Week

Friday, September 25th, 2009

Lose Weight In a Week

Lose Weight In a Week

Lose weight in a week? Everybody seems in such a hurry these days, and it does have to be said that a steadier approach is better. Nevertheless, it is certainly possible to lose weight in a week, and not just the odd pound, but a meaningful amount. Here’s how  you can lose weight in a week.

Tip 1
There is no question that it is possible to lose weight in a week, but exactly how much depends on various factors. How heavy you are when you start will determine the rate at which you can lose weight, and there are other factors which have an influence as well. Men have a greater muscle mass which helps them burn calories faster than women. On average, it should be comfortably possible to lose 5 or 6 lbs in one week.

Tip 2
However desperate you are, don’t attempt too much. There is a limit to how much weight anyone, no matter how great their determination, can lose. If you are looking to lose over 20 lbs in a week just to fit into a party frock, then you are very unlikely to succeed.  Set realistic goals, and make sure you check your progress every day. If what you are doing isn’t working, you need to know about it as soon as possible, so you can make the necessary adjustments.

Tip 3
Choose your favorite exercise, and do plenty of it. If you are not normally the physically active type, then you may not have a favorite exercise. In this case, choose something which you will be prepared to do a lot of in order to achieve your cherished goal. You will need  to be putting in the hours every day consistently and often if you want fast results! Jogging and cycling are great ways to burn off excess calories, and brisk walking is more gentle, but still effective. You will need to put in a few miles, though!

Tip 4
Tell people you can trust of your aims. Often people you know will be skeptical when you say you want to lose a certain amount of weight in a short time. You will not want the humiliation of having them proven right, but you will enjoy the satisfaction of seeing them admit they were wrong. Motivation is critical for any activity where strenuous effort is needed, and these are great carrot and stick motivators!

When you need to lose weight in a week, these tips will help you do just that. As ever, if you are going to attempt a dramatic change of lifestyle, it will be advisable to get advice from your own doctor. Click the links below for valuable resources to help you lose weight.

Celebrating the Joy of Nutrition and Fitness Part 1 of 7

Thursday, February 5th, 2009

It’s that season again: when we eat too much and move too little, when tempting foods are everywhere, and when darker, colder days make it easier to sit on the couch than to be active. It’s the season when many of us put our health on hold until it’s time for New Year’s resolutions again.

There’s a much more positive way to approach the holiday eating season, according to Dayle Hayes, a registered dietitian with Nutrition for the Future in Billings . You actually can maintain your weight, increase your energy level, and stay healthy throughout the holidays–without giving up any of the traditional treats. Just imagine how nice it would be not to have to diet in January!

According to Hayes, paying attention to nutrition and fitness can also have significant mental health benefits. Eating well and being active are two wonderful ways to reduce stress and keep your holiday spirits intact. Here are three tips for healthful eating during the holidays (and year-round too):

1.    Balance holiday food with enjoyable activity: Promise yourself that you will devote 30 to 60 minutes to physical activity every day–and make active time fun time. Take a walk to see holiday decorations up close. Dance with someone you love. Play outside with children. Meet a friend at the gym.