Sleep loss can hinder your weight loss

So we already know that a well-balanced diet and regular exercise are key factors to a successful weight loss plan. But are you aware of the role that sleep plays in your plan? Yes, it is a fact that adequate sleep is important for weight loss. Recent medical studies show that sleep loss can increase hunger and affect your body's metabolism to a point that can make weight loss and maintenance more difficult. So if you have been consistent with your reduced calorie menu and fitness plans, you still may be able to enhance your success with better sleep.
How sleep loss affects weight loss
1) Many hormones are affected by sleep. Leptin and ghrelin are two hormones that can influence appetite. And studies show that production of both may be influenced by how much or how little we sleep. In fact, have you ever experienced a sleepless night followed by a day when no matter what you ate you never felt full or satisfied? If so, then you have experienced the effects of leptin and ghrelin.

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Fat People Are NOT Like Whales

Can you tell? I'm still revved up about that billboard making fun of fat people on a billboard in Jacksonville, Florida. Check the archives for details of that story a couple of days ago.

It just so happens I found a forum post about a woman who explains the everyday story about how people get fat and are not able to lose weight.

It's not about being lazy. It's not about being a greedy eater. You know... it's just what happens to people in real life.

Real life is like that. You end up with things that you never would have imagined. One of those things could be fat...

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The Seven Secrets of Highly Obese People

Why do some people simply pack on the pounds effortlessly? It's not always genetics and it's not always gluttony and you can't always blame it on lack of exercise. Indeed, getting fat is often a result of some simple -- and easily correctable -- bad habits, especially when it comes to dining out.

You'll enjoy this article by the Washington Post. They have some good tips for everyday habits to avoid in order to lose fat quickly.

However, my favorite one was the one after their list of "don'ts". The reason it's my favorite is because I am guilty of this more often than not.

Check out the article here: http://voices.washingtonpost.com/checkup/2009/08/the_seven_secrets_of_highly_ob.html?hpid=news-col-blog

After you've read the article, let me know what your bad habits are...this is your chance to purge your conscience... let all hang out (figuratively speaking!)...

Losing Weight Isn't About Numbers

Losing weight often ends up being about counting calories and weighing yourself...often! But really, that's not what it is all about.

Many times if you start down that path you end up on a "treadmill". You think you should be making a lot of progress but according to the numbers you don't seem to be.

In this article by Steve Baldwin, he discusses the reality behind the numbers. In actual fact, you could be making big strides toward having a fit and good looking body but the numbers are very discouraging.

Well, fear not. Check out the article and you'll find reasons to be happy with your progress, even if your weigh scale doesn't agree with you.

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Comparing Fat People To A Whale Is Rude!

It's one thing to encourage people to lose fat. Everyone likes to look at a fit and slim body. But to go over to the other side and start making fun of people who are not skinny is just rude.

PETA - People for Ethical Treatment of Animals is running a campaign in Jacksonville, Florida featuring a fat, bikini clad woman and comparing her to a whale.

That's just not acceptable in a billboard ad.

Check out this blog posting giving more details: http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/step-by-step/2009/08/19/petas-whale-ad-pokes-fun-at-obesity-misinforms/

Be sure to leave your comments here, whether you agree or disagree. Let's have our own informal poll to see what people think.

Lose Fat, Not Weight - How to Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle

By Vivian Waterman

Most people don't realize that losing weight is not the same as losing fat. Often people who lose weight actually lose little fat. That's because the weight they lost was actual water weight or muscle loss. If you're looking to lose a few pounds you should make it a point to try to lose fat not weight. This means that you need to stop worrying that your success lies holey in what the scale says. The truth is that muscle weighs more then fat. If you build muscle while losing fat you may not lose much weight but you are getting in shape and looking slimmer.

In general there are three basic ways in which you can lose weight. You can diet, watching what you eat with no exercise. You can exercise without changing your eating habits. You can change the way you eat and start exercising. Of course the last one is the best option if you want real results. Although you can certainly lose weight by changing your diet you will likely lose muscle if you don't include exercise.

When you make sure to include an exercise routine in your quest to lose fat not weight you will benefit far more. Besides the fact that you will lose fat and not muscle with exercise there are also other benefits. You will increase you metabolism and build muscle. The more muscle you have the more calories you will burn.

It is a good idea to do some kind of cardio exercise at least three times a week. It's even better to get in thirty minutes everyday. You can choose to do this by jogging around your neighborhood or by using exercise equipment.

There are studies that show that you burn more calories when you exercise moderately everyday compared with exercising intensively three times a week. If you're looking to work off a significant amount of fat working out every day may be a better option.

Cardio exercise isn't enough to make sure that you lose fat, not weight. You will also need to incorporate resistance training with weights two to three times a week. If you're a gym member you have access to all sorts of resistance equipment. If not just pick up a few cheap dumbbells.

Incorporating both cardio and resistance training to your workout program will help you to lose fat not weight. You will burn more calories and lose less muscle. If you add a healthy diet plan in the mix you will lose even more fat and become healthier.

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Easy to Follow Systems to Lose Fat Fast & See Your Rock Hard Abs!

By Darin Steen

Are you working out with no results? Are you not working out because you have tried before with no results?

I believe that the #1 reason why most get no results from their fat loss program is because they have too much information, they are confused on what works and what does not work, so they never have the staying power to see a fat loss program through for 12 weeks.

Lift weights, do cardio, don't do cardio, run a marathon, eat a salad a day, low carbs, high carbs, Atkins diet, high reps, low reps, high intensity short duration, low intensity long duration... Are you confused? Have you given up because you do not know where to start or because you have tried something with no results?

Just so you know, it is possible to get in great shape in a short amount of time (12 weeks) with a minimal time exercising per week (4-6 hours per week). Trust me, the simpler and more time efficient your work-out plan is, the better chance that you will stick with it, thus the more effective it becomes. Another big advantage of keeping your fat loss strategy simple is that you actually start to realize what works and what does not work for you, your metabolism, your personality, and "YOUR BODY".

Welcome to lesson #1 of OPERATION: BURN FAT FAST!!

Your 12-Week E-course. That's 84 days to a new you.

You need to limit the information you take in for fitness, fat loss and health;

Transforming our bodies and therefore our lives through exercise is simple.

Simply focus on the 5 areas below;

1.) Lift weights twice per week for 60 minutes working half your body-parts;

Work-out #1-- Chest, hamstrings (back of leg), biceps, rear shoulder (use lateral or pull shoulder exercises)

Work-out #2-- Back, quadriceps (front of leg), triceps, front of shoulder (use press shoulder exercises). Follow the order of body-parts as I have them listed.

>Perform 2 sets to complete failure in the 10-14 rep range, 3 exercise's per body part

>1 minute rest between sets

> Perform exercises in a circuit style; never two sets in a row of the same body-part;

For example on Work-out Day #1 perform your first set of your first chest exercise, then within 1 minute perform your first set of your first hamstring exercise, then perform your first set of your first biceps exercise, then perform your first set of your first rear shoulder exercise.

Then within one minute start over with the same sequence on your second set of your first chest exercise and so forth. Once you complete your second set for each of the first exercises then start on exercise #2, then exercise #3, then
you are done. Do the same for Work-out Day #2. That is 24 sets per session.

You have to really be ready with your plan written down in order to be done in 60 minutes, but you can do it. More time spent on each work-out and more sets does not equate into a better, more productive work-out.

>Perform each repetition with a 3 second negative, a one second pause, & a three second positive. GO SLOW!

2.) Cardio three times per week, first thing in the morning, intense interval style on days that you don't train with weights.

>6-9 1-2 minute challenges, progressively making each one more intense

>Rest periods between each challenge gets longer as challenges gets more intense

>Make sure to warm up for 10 min. with a power-walk

>Stretch out hamstrings, quads, glute's (bun's) & inner thigh twice, once after
challenge #1 and #5

>Perform 2 sets of 2 different abdominal exercises before cardio session

3.) Nutrition (precise personalized athletic nutrition program)

>5-6 small meals with protein and carbs combined together (low fat)

>More calories (in the form of starchy carbs) on days you lift weights

>Starchy carbs are brown / wild rice, oatmeal, whole wheat pasta, sweet potatoes

>No starchy carbs on days that you do interval cardio or are sedentary (no exercise). Use veggies, green beans, salads, apples instead

>Eat as much unprocessed foods as possible; If it came from a plant; EAT IT, if it was manufactured in a plant, STAY AWAY FROM IT!

>Drink lots of water, & stay away from calories in liquid form. The more you lower your stress levels, stay away from highly processed foods that are high in sodium, & drink as much water as possible, the more your body will let go off water retention. It is such a great feeling to feel looseness in you shoes, and your skinny jeans :)

4.) Goals (draw up a commitment sheet) and read it out loud every day

> Example: I, John Doe, am very x-cited about my new "FATLOSS LIFESTYLE" 12 Week Body Transformation Program. On _________ (Some date 6 weeks into the future)

I will;

Goals:

1. Lose 15 lbs. of fat,
2. Gain 6 lbs. of muscle,
3. Lose 3 inches off my waist,
4. Gain 1/2 inch on my arms
so that I:

Emotional Elements

1. Will look good in my Sunday suit

2. Get off of blood pressure medication

3. Feel attractive to the opposite sex

4. Be more confident at work so I can get a promotion

5. Will look sexy in my thong underwear

6. Can have the ability to age gracefully and be independent

7. Can be the best mom, daughter, spouse that I possibly can be (These are just examples, you must think on this one)

It does not matter what your emotional elements are. But they must stir emotion in you. Make sure that you list the 3 most emotional reasons that you want to reach your goals. It is not enough to have a date, nor is it enough to have a goal. You must know why you want it.

Once you have your commitment sheet that is personalized for you, read it out loud (twice) with a positive tone in your voice first thing in the morning and right before bed.

The "Law of Attraction" is real. Let's harness its power. As you are reading your commitment sheet out loud I want you to see yourself 12 weeks into the future. You have reached your goals and you physique is lean and ripped.

In fact, when you are in the best shape of your adult life all the areas of your life explode in quality.

I want you to see this in your minds eye. Act like a kid and pretend as you visualize. Now, feel the sweet emotion of how it will feel when you accomplish what you have given up on. So, it is very important to visualize yourself as if you have already accomplished your goals on you commitment sheet.

But it is even more important to feel the sweet jubilation of emotion at your accomplishments.

Do this every day / twice a day as you read your commitment sheet out loud you will be well on your way to a total life of fulfillment. Please believe in the Law of Attraction. Because it is real & it works!!

Trust me, I know it is hard to believe. In fact, I would not have believed it if I did not see it working in my clients lives. TRUST ME, IT WORKS!

Do not overlook how powerful this can be. I have found that this is the most important step of transforming your body and life through exercise.

5.) Social Support: YOU WILL TURN INTO WHO YOU HANG AROUND!

>Announce your attentions by unveiling your commitment sheet to your family, friends, & coworkers

>Do not spend time with anyone who does not totally support you and your goals

>Spend more time around those who have done what you want to do

>After you reach your goals then you can be strong enough to be around those who do not support you healthy lifestyle (but only for small increments of time).

Actually, you will be able to inspire others to live a healthier lifestyle

6.) Habitually Thinking More Positive

>We are bombarded with negativity every day from every angle

>Go on a low information diet, no news, no papers, no t.v., no gossip at work or with neighbors. Do it for just your 12 week transformation and you will be hooked

Stand guard over you mind because;

>Your thoughts become words

>Your words become actions

>Your actions become habits

>Your habits become character

>Your character becomes your destiny

>THOUGHTS BECOME THINGS; SO CHOOSE THE GOOD ONES

>GARBAGE IN / GARBAGE OUT

>POSITIVE IN / POSITIVE OUT

You need to start and finish one plan on weights,cardiovascular, and nutrition for 12 weeks. Keeping things simple and time efficient gives you your best chance.

When is the last time you stayed consistent on a fat loss / fitness / exercise / nutrition plan for 12 weeks?

You can do this. Simply get started, keep things simple, and have a faith in yourself that your are going to live a fulfilled life because you are going to peak you energy through a healthy lifestyle. Grow your faith into a confidence. See it as if it has already happened, limit your information, expect success, get started and you will be well on your way.

Starting out, you can use your confidence in my success (with myself as well as my clients) with this simple system. Then with in a few weeks the confidence will transfer to you. Faith it till you make it, just commit & take the first step. JUST DO IT!

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Lifestyle Coach. A best selling Author, drug-free for life professional
Bodybuilder, Personal trainer, Motivational Speaker, and family man, he
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How to Lose Fat in Your Face

By Michelle Parker

It is impossible to spot reduce fat from any one part of the body. In order to lose fat you must lose weight and exercise every part of your body so you don't lose lean muscle tissue and you do lose fat. Many people find that when they gain weight their face becomes rounder because fat goes to their cheeks and under their chin. Only by losing weight can one dispose of unwanted fat.

To lose weight your diet should be one low in calories and low in fats. Find the number of calories you need per day according to your height and age. And then subtract 500 calories from fat. This is how many calories you need per day to lose weight. Divide this number of calories in half and you have the number of calories you should have each day. Fifty percent of your daily calories should come from complex carbohydrates, 30% from lean meats poultry and fish with the remainder derived from unsaturated fats.

Aerobic exercise is necessary for losing weigh. You can lose weight without exercise but you will lose weight more quickly and be healthier if you include exercise in your weight loss plan. Aerobic exercise three to four times a week for at least half an hour a session will burn calories and fat and raise your metabolism so that you burn calories and fat even while you are resting. Anaerobic exercise, such as resistance weight training and strengthening Pilates exercises will make your muscles stronger and aid in removing fat from them.

Here are some exercises reputed to help lose fat from your face and to strengthen your facial muscles. It is best to use a mirror when doing most of these exercises to ensure that you were doing them correctly.

For the areas around your eyes, relax and close your eyes, look down and then look up as far as possible. Repeat this ten times. Next, again with your eyes closed, lift your eyebrows and stretch your eyelids down as far as possible. Holds this for five counts, relax and repeat this five times. With your eyes open, look up and then down while keeping your head still, repeats this ten times, then looked left and then right, and repeat ten times.

Frown as much as possible and try to bring your eyebrows over your eyes while pulling the eyebrows toward one another. Then lift your eyebrows as far as possible while opening your eyes as far as possible as well. Repeat this five times. Lie on your back on a bed, hanging your head over the edge. Raise your eyebrows as high as possible, and open your eyes very wide. Relax and repeat ten times. Sit upright and while bringing your eyebrows down over your eyelids, wrinkle your nose as far up as possible while flaring your nostrils. Keep for a count of ten. Relax and repeat five times.

Stick out the tip of your tongue and pull in your cheeks. Hold for just a couple of seconds and relax. Raise your lower lip over your upper lip and try to touch it to your nose. Smiling as widely as you can, try to touch the tip of your tongue to your nose.

Losing weight and fat takes time so be patient with yourself and your body, stick to it and you will soon have the look you want without plastic surgery or liposuction.

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How Can I Lose Weight in a Healthy Way?

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Simply stated, losing weight requires you to reduce caloric intact and exercise to burn off the excess fat. It takes some time and effort in order to do this. That is where many individuals fail and let themselves down. But often with the question how can I lose weight and how can I do this in a healthy way.

There are as many weight loss programs available as there are recipes for country fried chicken with southern gravy. Most of the diet programs will work if followed as a recipe. The main problem with any diet program someone undertakes is staying with the program, because any worthwhile program to lose weight takes time and dedicated commitment to achieve results. So, how can I lose weight and that in the right way and are there programs that could help me. I can only say of course.

If you look hard enough, you will find those quick diets where you can lose ten pounds in two days eating hot dogs, or lose twenty pounds in a week eating boiled vegetables with carrot juice. The problem with these fast cure diets is simple. They might work in the short term, but you gain everything back the next week. How can I lose weight in a long term?

Any good diet will be good for your body and helps you in your question in how can I lose weight. The diet will provide you with the proper nutrition and maintain a healthy list of foods and recipes you can follow to achieve the weight loss you desire without depleting your body of the necessary nutrients needed.

How can I lose weight in a proper way. There are several online resources for diets and how to effectively lose weight. Before stepping out into the weightless web, it would be to your advantage to learn more about the proper way to lose weight.

There are web sites where you can find an answer to the question how can I lose weight. Some website are very popular and empowering with insights and testimonials that will aid in coaching you to lose weight. They also offer information about exercise programs that will aid you in your goal to lose weight and keep it off. Look at our sitemap or the links there are further links of how can I lose weight.

You can also Google Weight Watchers, NutriSystem and several other national programs to find more information and locations in the area in which you live in. Most of these national companies have tried and true methods for anyone to lose weight with one on one support to help keep you committed and on track with your weight loss regimen.

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Motivate Myself To Lose Weight - Learn The Key to Success!

By Garen Arnold

How do I motivate myself to lose weight? Realize that no, you won't lose weight overnight but isn't it better to permanently change your life for the better? Knowing the basics of how to lose weight, how to exercise for weight loss and how to motivate yourself is essential for creating a program that works for you.

Common Mistakes??

Commonly, people will get motivated to lose weight for about a week and then lose the motivation they once had acquired resulting in weight gain, again. So how do you get your mindset right? Lose weight gradually; you are more apt to keep it off. Don't try to lose the extra pounds to quick or you will get burnt out and give up. Baby steps are key to you finally succeeding in losing weight. Understanding exactly what you need to do to lose weight is your first step and these resources will help you learn about the basic steps to lose weight. Here is how to set realistic goals and simple tips for making healthy lifestyle changes:

3 Tips- Motivate Myself to Lose Weight

1. Ask friends to help you (90% of people are not happy with their appearance)

2. Join a support group (don't lose weight alone)

3. Reward yourself for reaching your goals(think about "motivate myself to lose weight" and you will succeed in losing weight)

Weight Loss Is A Lifestyle Change

In conclusion, if you're eating fewer calories than you're burning, you'll lose weight. Exercise alone won't help you lose weight. These tips & on weight loss will help you succeed. If you have ever tried to lose weight, you know it can be a difficult process, keep at it. You can eat healthier and lose weight by replacing with fresh vegetables and salads.

The fact is, hours and hours of aerobic exercise won't help most people lose weight fast because your metabolism drops back to normal fairly quickly after stopping the exercise. Finally, take back your control and motivate yourself to lose weight.

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Wondering How To Lose Weight Quick?

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Knowing how to lose weight quick can actually hurt you. That is shedding pounds too quickly can be extremely dangerous to your health. Many weight-loss experts agree that it is not healthy to lose more than eight pounds a month. You can have that kind of success by identifying weight-loss strategies or tips that work for you. Here are three tips that might help you lose weight. I'll send you a document with 50 tips for losing weight. See below to find out how you can get this document. Here are some strategies you can try now.

Tell a Loved One

Most people cannot sustain the lifestyle changes necessary to lose significant amounts of weight without the support of a loved one. Those who know how to lose weight quick realize you need to enlist the support of others. Or at least the support of the person with whom you spend the most time. So what should you say to them? However you share your plan to lose weight, try not to be too sensational or over-the-top.

Be low key. But at the same time be clear with them the specific changes you are trying to make at the present time and ask for their support in the process. Even if others do not provide you with any overt support, the mere fact that others know you are trying to lose weight will give you more motivation so you do not disappoint them.

Officially Announce Your Diet

We all feel more accountable for our actions if we are concerned about disappointing others. In addition to telling close friends and relatives, tell all your acquaintances as well. Some people do not worry about disappointing those close to them, like family, so telling only them is not enough.

Tell your colleagues and anyone else you come into contact with on a frequent basis. Once you tell them you are on a weight loss plan you will feel more push to follow through. All you have to do is think about how you will have to answer the question "how is your diet going". You will want to be able to deliver a glowing report anytime someone presents this question to you.

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8 Top Tips to Help You Lose Weight

By Thomas Parker

A lot of people are unhappy with their current body weight. Some people just want to lose a little fat whereas others want to completely change their body shape. If you are one of these many people looking to lose weight then this article is for you. Below I have outlined 8 useful tips that can help you lose weight.

1) RESTRICT YOUR CALORIES:- You may not want to hear this but the bottom line is that you need to consume less calories if you want to lose weight. There are a number of ways you can go about this. The first method is to write down everything that you eat in a normal week and work out the average number of calories you are consuming each day. Then adjust your eating habits so that you are eating less calories each day than your current average. Another method is to write down your target weight in pounds and then multiply this by 12 if you are female and 14 if you are male. This will give you the approximate number of calories you will need to consume to reach and maintain your target weight. A third solution is to use a Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) calculator (that can be found for free on the Internet) which will tell you the number of calories you should be consuming.

2) EAT THE RIGHT FOODS:- Apart from restricting your calories, eating the right foods is an important factor when trying to lose weight. You need to be consuming lots of healthy, nutritous, low calorie foods such as fruit, vegetables and whole grain carbohydrates. Eating smaller portions more regularly throughout the day can also help you lose weight.

3) DRINK MORE WATER:- Drinking water has a number of benefits which can help you lose weight indirectly. First, being properly hydrated keeps your body functioning at its optimal level meaning you can burn fat more efficiently. Second, it reduces water retention and the additional weight that this may bring. Finally, it makes you feel fuller so that you are less likely to eat too much.

4) EXERCISE:- A good diet is half of the challenge when losing weight but you also need to exercise. Start with trying to do 15 minutes a day of walking, cycling, sports or whatever else you fancy. As long as you keep moving each day you will be burning additional calories and losing weight. Remember, the more exercise you do the more weight you will lose.

5) CONSUME POTASSIUM:- Avocados, bananas and apricots are all rich sources of potassium. Potassium can help remove sodium from your body and has been associated with weight loss.

6) CONSUME PROTEIN:- Protein can be found in raw meats, dairy products and even supplements. Research has associated consumption of protein with a temporary fat burning effect and a suppressed appetite, both of which can help you lose weight.

7) SET OUT A PLAN:- Even if you have all the right information, poor planning can mean that you do not take action and ultimately you do not lose weight. Think about how many calories you are going to be consuming each day. Which meals allow you to achieve this? How will you make sure you consume enough water each day? Where are you going to source your daily protein and potassium? When and where are you going to exercise each day? You need to consider all these factors and then create a plan. Write down how you are going to incorporate all the above into your daily routine and then stick with it.

8) STAY POSITIVE:- Sometimes the right information and a plan are still not enough. If you are following a plan half heartedly you are not likely to lose weight. Negative thinking can be your ultimate downfall. Keep thinking positively about your weight loss plans and you will continue to lose weight. Every time you start to feel down think of the weight you have already lost and how good you will look once you have reached your target weight.

I hope this article helps you in your weight loss efforts. If you stick with regular exercise, a healthy diet and create a solid weight loss plan you should lose weight. Stay positive, act on the information in this article and you will succeed.

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Lose Weight Via Behavior Strategies - How to Lose Weight

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=J_Michael_Brown]J Michael Brown

Sometimes it is difficult to lose weight, so you start looking for behavior strategies that really work. You probably want to know how to lose weight and to change yourself. It has been proven that the best way to do it is to change thoughts about yourself. I'll tell you how to change yourself in this commentary.

The best way to shed pounds is to harness the power of your mind with specific behavior strategies, which I will discuss in a moment. You can develop self-assurance that you will actually lose weigh too. The best thing right now is to look into behavior strategies to help change thoughts about yourself; that will enhance personal growth--but not your waistline.

There are specific behavior strategies related to the Aristotle Ethics' formula, which train your sub-conscious mind to change thoughts about how to lose weight. That is exactly what makes the concept avant-garde, although in is in fact based on ancient wisdom.

You will naturally develop self-assurance that you can lose weight simply by applying the weight-loss formula. And you will gain poise from the knowledge that the formula is working, because you will actually be losing weight. It is amazing what a little confidence will do for your quest to answer questions of how to lose weight and how to change yourself

How to Lose Weight

Imagine for just a moment, if you will, what a carload of confidence could do for you. Would it not proliferate self-assurance that you can, and actually will lose weight? The innovative concept, on the subjects of how to lose weight and how to change yourself by using behavior strategies of the Aristotle Ethics' formula, is exciting.

Techniques based on the Aristotle Ethics' formula have been authenticated; and they can actually help you to break the strong influence of deeply embedded thoughts that lurk in your sub-conscious mind. Conscientious application of the formula in your daily life can challenge and subdue the mischievous sub-conscious thoughts, which otherwise wreck havoc on otherwise sound-methods to lose weight.

Behavior Strategies

This is how to lose weight the really easy way; build self-confidence. Simply practice the Aristotle Ethics' behavior strategies consistently. Dedicate a total of about 60 minutes a day, which it takes to complete the easy to use formula. The techniques are divided into 10 and 20-minute applications that are spread throughout the day. It is really a simple answer to the otherwise complex questions of how to lose weight and how to change yourself.

The behavior strategies are base on the principles of Nicomachean Ethics, which many scholars refer to as Aristotle Ethics. The theory is; you can condition your subconscious mind and therefore you can change thoughts, ergo, you can behave like you actually want to behave; and not be controlled by events in your past. You can lose weight simply using the Aristotle Ethics' behavior strategies, and it is how to change yourself too.

Honestly, the Aristotle Ethics' behavior strategies formula is something with which I am well familiar. You can do it while you are in your underwear & reclining in an easy chair; or even while you are relaxing on your bed.

You can lose your unsightly weight; and at the same time you will change thoughts about weight loss, develop self-assurance, increase your faith, and; actually, you can get anything that you really want--and that includes losing weight. I personally used to have a lot of trouble losing weight, but not now.

I put on extra pounds after I started making good money. Then I looked at what I had in my hands, relating to the Aristotle Ethics' behavior strategies; and I made a few specific changes in the application relating to weight loss, and the pounds started coming off with practically no extra effort. Not only that, but I'm still losing weight. It helped me change thoughts about myself and about weight loss. It sure helped me lose weight.

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Best Exercise To Lose Weight

By John Wheeler

What is the best exercise to lose weight?

It's difficult to give a specific answer to this question as it depends on an individual's own unique circumstances and personal preferences. So what I'll do in this article is give you some suggestions as to what I feel are the best exercises to lose weight, and then you can make up your own mind. Generally speaking, an exercise that works on your cardio is ideal for helping you to lose weight as it stimulates your heart rate and forces your body to begin burning energy and excess fat. Pumping weights at the gym may make you stronger, but it won't necessarily help you to lose weight, much the same as crunches will tone your abdominals but won't help you to lose belly fat.

Play A Sport

Sometimes the hardest thing about an exercise routine is sticking to it. By regularly playing a sport that you enjoy, you can avoid this problem and help yourself to lose weight quickly, obviously depending on the type of sport and the intensity with which you participate. For instance, playing squash is going to help you lose weight quicker than say golf.

Running Or Jogging

The timeless favourite to get fit and lose weight. Most lose weight exercise programs will inevitably include some running or jogging at some point. The great thing about using jogging as an exercise to lose weight is you can do it pretty much anywhere, and you don't need any equipment. If you are a member of a gym, why not include an intense run on the running machine as a good warm up before your session.

Start with 10 minutes and gradually work your way up to 20 minutes.

In addition, go for runs outside in your local park or similar area, it will be less boring than the machines at the gym!

The other great thing about running is that it's easy to track your progress and see your improvement over time, with greater distances run in quicker times, and improved recovery rates - not to mention a noticeable weight loss.

If you are not able to run or jog, don't worry. Go for long brisk walks and try to improve your times as you progress. Many people pooh-pooh walking as an exercise to help them lose weight, but if done on a regular basis with a good pace you can begin to see dramatic results, and, more importantly, the progress you make will inspire you to continue with your exercise program.

My uncle suffered from heart and weight problems and was literally at death's door. The doctors advised him to change his diet and begin taking regular walks every day, so he did. Today, he is in much better shape and continues to get up early in the morning and walk for a good couple of hours. He has lowered his blood pressure as well as losing fat, and this change of lifestyle and exercise has literally transformed him. Never underestimate the power of even the simplest of exercises.

Cycling

Another great exercise that can be performed at home, in the gym, or out in the fresh air. An excellent cardio exercise, cycling has many benefits to help you to lose weight, as well as increased stamina, endurance and strength.

If you haven't already, you should definitely look to incorporate some bike work into your workouts - even a simple thing like cycling to work everyday instead of catching the bus or taking the car can have a profound effect on your weight loss success.

Swimming

An often underrated exercise to lose weight, swimming has the added benefit of significantly improving stamina and muscular strength as well as toning your body.

I guess the reason it's underrated as an exercise to lose weight is that we associate lose weight exercises to building up a sweat, and obviously you don't sweat while swimming (or at least, you don't notice it). However, swimming is one of the best all round exercises.

It must be stressed though that swimming needs to be complemented by a good healthy diet plan which looks at eliminating unnecessary calories. Swimming on its own, as with all the exercises mentioned here will not help you to lose weight if your calorie intake remains high, and you have a poor diet.

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9 Essential Tips To Lose Weight Fast

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Richard_Gwent]Richard Gwent

Losing weight quickly is not easy and most of the time the solution is only temporary. You no doubt need to find ways to lose weight fast. If you don’t control your diet and other habits, chances are that you will put on weight in a matter of days. In this article we are going to discuss some ways to lose weight fast and how to maintain it at that level.

1. Method one provides us with ways to lose weight fast. You must eat more vegetables and fruits. Don’t eat foods that contain too much fat, especially sweets and junk food. If you don’t like to exercise, try going for a walk about an hour after eating a meal. Make it a habit to do an activity each day that requires extreme energy input. Unless you eat healthily, no matter what other ways to lose weight fast you try, they will fail.

2. Tip two provides us with yet more ways to lose weight fast! Eat diet foods, but don’t forget the effectiveness of a balanced diet. Drinking green tea after every meal is a natural way of losing weight without much effort. If you don’t like the taste of it you can also use green tea nutritional supplements as ways to lose weight fast.

3. Tip three is yet another great couple of ways to lose weight fast. Don’t drink soda and other carbonated soft drinks.

4. If a friend or family member is also trying to find ways to lose weight fast, make your time table together. It can be easier for two people to find ways to lose weight fast together.

5. Muscle building is also a way of burning fat. Muscles are smaller and therefore do not show up like fat does. You can keep a pair of dumb-bells in your room and try to lift them for a few minutes each day to develop biceps. This activity will also increase the metabolism rate and release energy instantly. Dumbbells are one of the great ways to lose weight fast.

6. Avoid fried meat and grilled food. Instead, include vegetables soup and salads in your diet. Again changing your diet is one of the best ways to lose weight fast.

7. Don’t eat too much at once. Make a time table of eating 5 or 6 meals a day. While eating, make a mental note of how much you have eaten instead of talking to someone or watching TV. Change your diet and you will find new ways to lose weight fast!

8. Check your weight regularly and monitor your progress. If you have set a goal to lose a certain amount of weight in a week, then see that you are able to achieve it. You need to be determined to lose weight, if you see that you have lost weight it will motivate you and provide yet another ways to lose weight fast.

9. If you are addicted to chocolates or cookies, don’t stop eating them at once. Instead, try to cut down on their intake gradually. Diet is responsible for your weight, cut it out gradually as another group of ways to lose weight fast.

Hopefully the tips above will help you find ways to lose weight fast. Once you’ve found one of the many ways to lose weight fast make sure you stick with it and maintain your weight.

Everybody is different, and so what works as ways to lose weight fast for one person may not ways to lose weight fast for another. If you experience any discomfort when using any of the ways to lose weight fast then see your doctor.

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How To Lose Weight With Low Carb Diets

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The best way to approach weight loss is by accepting that it may be a long process that requires commitment, determination and patience. Also, since there is no “one-size-fits-all” diet plan, choosing the right diet for you as well as adopting a new lifestyle are both extremely important elements to succeed at permanent weight loss.

Many people lose weight with Low Carb diets. However, some do not achieve their desired goal because they forgot an essential fact: “Not all Low Carb diets were created equal.” Therefore, once you’ve decided to lose those extra pounds with a Low Carb diet plan, your very next step should be to learn about the different options available so you can choose the right Low Carb diet for you, according to your health, weight goal, lifestyle, and even according to your budget.

To lose weight with Low Carb diets it’s important to choose one that matches your particular situation. Then, it’ll be essential to adopt the suggested lifestyle changes of your chosen diet so you can lose the desired amount of pounds and increase your chances to keep the weight loss permanently.

There is an abundance of products and magic pills that promise quick and easy results, but most of them are not effective to lose weight safely and/or permanently. It is best to stick to one diet that has proven to be helpful to many, and Low Carb diets meet that criterion.

The following measures are some of the lifestyle changes that will definitely help you to lose weight with Low Carb diets and help you keep your ideal weight indefinitely.

1. Commitment – It is very important to be motivated to lose weight for the right reasons, not just for a certain event, beach vacation, or wedding party. Until you reach the point of true desire to get rid of those extra pounds for good, you won’t get the necessary commitment to follow through with your diet plan, no matter how much you’ve been told you need to lose weight by your doctor, your significant other or your close friend.

2. Get help – Once you’ve made a decision to commit yourself to lose weight, you should seek the help of a health professional, nutritionist or health practitioner for guidance and support. Also, it’s recommended to get a buddy to lose weight with, as you can help and motivate each other when either of you might feel discouraged.

3. Think positive – Do not constantly think about all those pounds you need to lose. It may become overwhelming, especially if you need to lose a large amount of pounds. Think instead of the benefits you’ll gain. Start each day visualizing the “new you”. Praise yourself and recognize your efforts even when your weight loss is going slower than anticipated. Instead of longing for a doughnut, learn to enjoy a bagel!

4. Learn to prioritize – Once you’ve made the decision to lose weight, it should become one of your main daily priorities. If you’re going through a difficult situation in your life, have a stressful deadline at work or have other worries in your mind at this time, you may want to postpone your weight loss plan until you can fully commit to it.

5. Set realistic goals – Do not set your mind to lose a certain amount of pounds per week/month. That is not only unrealistic but unhealthy. Be conscious of the fact that it may take you several months or even over a year to reach your ideal weight depending on the amount of pounds you need to lose. Healthy weight loss should be slow and constant.

6. Define the habits you want to change – If you tend to overeat when you are stressed, upset, anxious, sad, tired, pressed or depressed; the first step is to become aware of your routines so you can learn to modify them. Before eating something, ask yourself if you’re really hungry. If you are not, make an effort to notice what’s making you eat. Come up with something to distract yourself. This may take some practice but in a few weeks you’d have modified a behavior which benefits will last a lifetime.

7. Do not stay hungry – Most people need between 1200 and 1500 calories per day, according to age, gender, height, bone mass and physical activity. If you drastically reduce the calories you ingest, your body will go into starvation mode. This will favor the loss of liquids and muscle over permanent fat loss.

8. Do engage in physical activity – A well chosen Low Carb diet will definitely help you lose weight, but if you add a 30 minute workout three to four times per week, you’ll double the speed at which you’ll lose weight. Physical activity and especially aerobic exercise will speed the fat loss and enhance muscle development. These changes will increase your metabolism, which in turn will help you burn calories faster. A nice and helpful cycle to create!

It is not enough to want to lose weight with a Low Carb Diet. Remember that choosing the right Low Carb diet for you will increase your chances at successful weight loss as well as keeping those pounds off permanently. Also, the above mentioned lifestyle changes should help you live a healthier life. Remember to be kind to yourself. Be constant and patient. You are enduring a difficult task, and you deserve recognition and praise.

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How Lose Weight Fast Diets Mislead You

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=David_Buster]David Buster

Are you wondering how lose weight fast diets work? It's a legitimate question to ask -- and here's how lose weight fast diets promise that you'll achieve fast weight loss but usually fail to deliver what they promise:

• Before and After Photos - the photos shown are impressive. Don't be mislead. Assuming the subjects really lost weight, it was likely with tremendous will power and at the expense of their overall health.

• Low-Fat/High-Carb Dieting - virtually all the diets promise that they are how lose weight fast diets are supposed to work. Somewhere, you're going to be asked to purchase a product or products. That is the real goal of the diet and its promises.

• Calorie Restriction - how lose weight fast diets rely on limiting calories and they fail to address insulin imbalance and blood sugar fluctuations. What this means is by following the calorie restriction recommendations, you will be hungry most of the time. That's no way to lose weight permanently. And the weight you do lose in the first few weeks will be water and lean muscle which sets the stage for more weight gain later. What you really want to do is to lose fat (not water and muscle), you want the loss to be permanent and you do not want to be craving food and snacks constantly. You can read how to achieve this kind of weight loss right now.

How lose weight fast diets cannot work to help you permanently lose weight without your being hungry most of the time, and the reason is because these types of diets rely on will power. If you are just strong enough and disciplined enough, the pounds will magically melt away while at the same time, you will not feel hungry. Unfortunately, this is working against the body, not with it. If you really want to lose weight forever, you need to work with nature and your body, not against it.

How can you learn more about how lose weight fast diets do not work and are not the way to permanently lose weight? What you must do to achieve weight loss without being hungry and without having to buy weight loss products that do not work?

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A Mediterranean Diet - How to Lose Weight Safely

By Ray Darken

If you are looking for a way to lose fifteen pounds in two weeks, a high protein diet, a low carb diet, a fruit diet, a no fat diet, a blood type diet, a juice fast, a diet named after a place in Miami, a grapefruit diet, a cactus diet, a coffee and cigarette diet, a diet that includes sweets, a diet based on your body type, a diet based on an ancient religion or a diet based on your hair color, then this article is NOT for you.

Fad and crash diets, such as the ones described above are not only unhealthy but they also cause rebound weight gain. Also most diets, even though diet gurus write them, cause an initial weight loss but the ultimate result is that you gain all of the weight back the minute you go off the plan. If you don't gain it back within a couple of diets, you are likely to gain it all back plus a bit more within a year.

Crash diets dehydrate you, low calorie diets put your body into starvation mode so you plateau so you can't lose one more pound and high protein diets stress your kidneys and clog your arteries.

So how does one lose weight?

There is only one answer to this question.

You need to expend more calories than you are taking in. Restricting certain foods, eating so-called fat burning foods, or dehydrating yourself with special pills or teas does not do it.
It is simple math. The only way is to eat a little less and exercise a little more. Here is the equation below:

Eating Less + Exercising More = Weight Loss.

This is not a magical formula, it is just logic. It is also not a fast way to lose weight. As I have mentioned before, this is not an article about how to lose ten pounds in three days or 30 pounds in a month. It is about safe, healthy weight loss.

In order to lose weight safely and without putting yourself at risk for such health hazards as dehydration, kidney failure, malnutrition, exhaustion, nervous dysfunction, tooth loss, dull hair, wrinkles, cellulite, sudden heart failure or stroke and lose the weight so that it stays off, you should lose no more than approximately two pounds a week!

Although that might not sound like a large amount of weight to lose it actually is! If you lose 2 pounds a week that means you can achieve a weight loss of ten pounds a month! If you only have twenty pounds to lose then your weight loss is not only quite rapid, but you have the extra guarantee that it will stay off because you have followed a sensible exercise plan that did not involve starving, exhausting or depriving yourself. If you are willing to drop your impatience and desire for immediate gratification and stick to an exercise plan and healthy eating habits, then a Mediterranean Diet is for you. Remember being slim is only good if you are able to enjoy it!

Do You Need to Lose Weight?

Fascination with Fat

If you want to lose weight, you first need to assess whether you need to actually lose weight or are simply a fashion victim. Unfortunately this society is fascinated with fat - who has it and who doesn't. As we are persuaded by so many images in the media that persuade us to believe that you can never be too thin, many of us are bad judges of our actual body weight.

If you are under the age of eighteen and reading this book, the first thing you need to do is consult with your parent about your plans to lose weight. Have her make an appointment with a physician so that he can indicate to you whether or not you are a candidate for weight loss.

If you are an adult, it is possible that you may not be overweight and are just trying to be, as Bridget Jones put it in Bridget Jones Diary "a stick insect with eyelashes." It is also very possible that you know you need to lose weight but have no idea where to start.

If you are obese and you know it, then you have to check with a physician first to see how your health is before you embark on any exercise program or plan. The same is also true if you have any kind of medical condition but especially a thyroid condition or heart condition. Some physicians may not recommend a weight loss program for those who are over 40 as due to genetics and hormonal changes some people naturally just round out or gain weight in a way that simply cannot be changed. If your doctor tells you your spreading hips are due to menopause or genetics, believe him! It is not clever to fool with Mother Nature.

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"Trying" To Lose Weight? Don't!

By Mark Idzik

Are you trying to lose weight?

If you are, STOP!

Funny thing to say coming from someone that wants to help you lose all the weight you want, right?

Actually, there's a good reason.

You see, you can't try to lose weight. Don't believe me?

OK, let's use an example. Look around where you are sitting right now and find a small object. Perhaps a pen, envelope or book. Got it?

Now, try to pick it up. Go ahead.

Is it in your hand? If it is, well, then you didn't try, you actually picked it up. If it's not in your hand, you didn't.

Simple, right?

There's no middle ground in doing. You can't "try" to do anything, it's a fallacy. You either do it, or don't do it.

The same applies to losing weight (or anything else for that matter). Saying that you'll try gives your mind fuzzy instructions, and it will return fuzzy results, results that aren't what you really want. It also gives you a "way out" if you don't achieve the goals you set out to reach.

You see, your subconscious mind doesn't interpret your directions, it just goes to work following them as complete truth. When you say you'll "try to lose weight", it will "try" to follow your instructions, which we now know is impossible.

What in fact you want, (if you really do) is to lose weight. To feel better. To have more energy. To overcome health challenges. To look great.

Now, if you say you want to lose weight and are not successful, or continue to use language that includes words like "try" or "we'll see" or "maybe", perhaps you're wired backwards.

What does that mean? Well, maybe you say that you want to lose weight, but your mind says it doesn't. Somewhere along the way you gave your mind instructions that it's too hard, or impossible, to lose the weight you want. Perhaps you're more comfortable where you are now, but know that it's the right thing to say that you want to lose weight.

If this is the case, ask yourself what beliefs you hold that are at odds with what you want. For example, "it's too hard to lose weight", "it's impossible to lose weight", "I can't lose weight because I'd have to exercise all the time", "I'll lose my friends if I lose weight", "I can't lose weight because I've always failed".

Ask yourself if in fact they are true. Are they making your life easier, or more difficult? Do these beliefs serve you or harm you?

Then, replace the old beliefs with new ones. Positive, confident statements about how you want to look and feel.

The best way to lose weight is to avoid saying you'll "try" to lose weight, and say you "will" lose weight. See yourself at your ideal weight. Imagine how great you look and feel. Use positive language and give your mind specific instructions like "I'm now happily at my ideal weight of (number of pounds) weight" or "I now happily choose to wear a size (your ideal size)".

Watch your language and self talk closely and avoid using "try". It may take constant attention at the beginning, but after a short time, you'll get used to keeping your language positive, upbeat and confident.

Your weight loss results will follow immediately, depending on how confident, committed and persistent you are in applying these exercises. The more confident, committed and persistent, the faster your results will appear.

You CAN do it!

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Lose Pregnancy Weight Fast - Things to Help You Reach Your Goals

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kelly_Aziz]Kelly Aziz

Gaining weight is a normal part of pregnancy. A lot of women take pregnancy as an opportunity to eat what they want and not worry so much about their weight. However, once baby is out and into the world, women start to panic and desire losing pregnancy weight fast!

This can be difficult. We have gotten so used to eating a lot more during pregnancy and going back to normal amounts of food can be difficult. It doesn't help when you see celebrity moms back into shape a week after giving birth; making you feel like you should be able to lose your extra pounds just as fast and just as easily.

You don't feel like you can exercise either - you have been so used to waddling along slowly and feeling exhausted, that now with the sudden weight loss of baby you feel lighter but not really up to the challenge. So how can one tackle this? What are the best ways to lose pregnancy weight fast?

Well of course you need to look at what you are eating. Your diet is a crucial part in losing pregnancy weight fast and can be the one thing that prevents you from doing so. Unlike celebrities who have lots of money to pay nutritionists and cooks to make up their daily meals, we have to tackle this relatively on our own. The good news is there are some great diet programs out there that offer meal plans so you don't have to think too much about what you are eating. I used a diet program and this is the number one thing that helped me lose my weight quickly. The plan I used had simple meal ideas and was just easy to add to my life. I think this is extremely important when making healthy diet choices. You need a plan that is simple and easy to follow, so you don't have to worry about it while you are looking after your new bundle of joy. Sorting your diet out and looking after a baby would be too much of a challenge for me, so a diet program worked wonders.

Exercise is also an important factor in losing pregnancy weight fast. You should take this slow though. Start with going for walks everyday - fresh air is good for you and your new baby. You could even use a sling to carry your baby for resistance. You should do what you feel up to and not push yourself too hard. You have just had a baby and your body can take a good while to properly recover. So take it slowly and then incorporate new things as you go along. Make sure what you add in will be enjoyable so it is easier to stick to. I love running and this is what I stuck to as a result. I also enjoy bike rides too, with my son and husband. For toning you could do some Pilates or yoga or have free weights at home. I wouldn't recommend joining a gym, unless you think you will enjoy it. To me the gym is very boring - when I run I get to be surrounded by beautiful scenery not four walls and TVs.

Enjoying the process of losing your weight is also important. It essentially can make or break your ability to lose weight and keep it off. If you don't enjoy the food you are eating or the exercise you are doing, you are more likely to quit or give up. You may end up doing the 2, not enjoying it and reaching your weight loss goal, but as soon as that goal hits you are very likely to quit and end up putting back on the weight you lost. All your hard work and motivation sticking to a boring diet and exercise program wasted!

Lastly, we all slip up. Try not to be too hard on yourself. Embrace your slip up and learn from it. If you beat yourself up you will only make matters worse, and slipping up isn't really that big of a deal - so try to think of it that way and you will be less likely to completely fall of the band wagon so to speak!

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How to Lose Pregnancy Weight - Healthy Diet Plan For Busy Moms

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Karel_Micek]Karel Micek

Wandering how long does it take to lose pregnancy weight? It takes up to 6 months to lose pregnancy weight and return your body to normal. It depends on how much weight you gained during your pregnancy. Here are some great tips to use so that you can finally say "I am back in shape after pregnancy".

No hurry! I know exactly how you are feeling. Apart from the physical trauma of giving birth, which itself can leave you feeling exhausted, looking after and being responsible for a new baby can be very stressful. It will require all your energy.

1. Focus on eating healthy food

So rather than focusing on "weight loss", concentrate for the first 3 months or so after the birth on eating healthy food with enough calories and nutrients to give you the energy and nutrition to cope.

2. When to start with exercising?

You should be able to start gentle exercise almost immediately after returning home from the hospital. But avoid any type of vigorous or sustained exercise until after your first post-pregnancy check-up. Exercising too soon and too vigorously after giving birth can be damaging to health.

Enjoy it!

Go for a nice long walk with your new baby, or by running up and down the stairs a few times.

3. When to start with weight loss diet?

After 2-3 months you can start following a healthy weight loss diet and begin doing more vigorous exercises, such as running or training on an Elliptical. For optimum health, aim to lose no more than 1 pound per week, and continue to focus on eating nutritious foods.

4. How to choose the best weight loss diet to lose pregnancy weight

Features of effective weight loss programs:

- Inexpensive

Sure there may be a small, one-time investment to lose weight but extra expense and fees outside of this should be kept to a minimum.

- Slow

Avoid of quick weight loss programs. The results that they produce are temporary! They give you a false sense of hope and are highly unhealthy and toxic to your body.

- Based on the combination of healthy diet and a regular exercise routine

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How to Lose Pregnancy Weight Fast

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It is quite normal for ladies to gain weight during pregnancy and the average weight gain is from 25 to 35 pounds. You have seen a mum with 3 kids, supermodels or celebrities back to perfect figure after giving birth. You start to wonder why you seem to have a tough time to lose pregnancy weight. What are the best ways to lose pregnancy weight fast?

Well, everything start with your diet and exercise. Supermodels or celebrities paid large amounts of money to lose pregnancy weight. They hired their own personal nutritionist and fitness trainer. They have that kind of money to do anything that can make them lose weight fast. However, not everyone have the money to spend and the truth is you DO NOT need to spend a lot of money to lose pregnancy weight fast.

- Eat Right

One of the main criteria in losing inches and fat is to look into your diet. You should know

- What to eat
- When to eat
- How to eat

You do not have to worry about starving yourself by restricting yourself to drink only juices or eating salads all day. Basically, you can eat to lose weight. Eating the right food will give your body the boost to burn calories. Instead of eating 3 full meals a day, break up your meals into smaller portion and have it around 5-6 times a day. You not only can full your stomach but also lose pregnancy weight fast if you do it the right way.

- Exercise

Do not be fooled into buying expensive exercise machines. Achieving a toned and fit body need to incorporate the right exercises and the right food. Without doing well in these two, you will not achieve a slim and slender body.

- Drink More Water

Drink plenty of water a day. At least 8 -10 glasses per day. Water is part of the process in losing pregnancy weight fast and water has more benefits than we thought. It will help to flush out toxins and burn your calories faster.

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Lose Pregnancy Weight

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Weight gain during pregnancy is normal. Your body changes to make room for your ever developing baby. Weight gain is necessary but it doesn't mean you can't get rid of the baby weight after you've given birth. The key is to lose pregnancy weight in a healthy way.

Many have struggled with weight loss their whole lives. We work hard to maintain our diets, but when our energy levels drop, especially during and after pregnancy, our momentum slows down. Every day life events and now the new job of caring for you newborn baby is hard enough to deal with on it's own never mind trying to find a way to stay healthy. By following a few simple tips you'll be able to lose your baby weight in no time.

Consulting your doctor is essential when you're starting a new exercise or diet routine. Your doctor can provide great advice on what to eat and when you should start exercising. The most important thing is to start back into the swing of things slowly. Remember you just went through a lot and your body is still recovering from these major changes. Your muscles are overstretched and working out too soon can cause major injury in their not ready yet. Now with that said, it doesn't mean that because you have too take things slow and easy doesn't mean you can't get going on losing extra pregnancy pounds.

The most important aspect of any diet and exercise is to eat a well balanced diet. Now more than ever is this important (especially if your breastfeeding) to keep you and your baby healthy. You'll be able to lose more pregnancy weight easier with a balanced diet. Remember you don't need to eat for two any longer, even if you are breast feeding.

Foods such as sugars, caffeine, and sodium aren't only bad for you, but they are bad for the baby as well. A good thought process to go through would be would you ever feed this to your baby, if the answer is no, then you shouldn't eat it either. The fresher and more natural your foods are the better your body will be able to process them, and your body will be able to start shedding some of those excess pounds gained during pregnancy.

Eating habits aren't the only way to help shed the pounds, going for a walk with that new fancy stroller you bought will help as well. Don't worry if you can only go around the block once, the purpose of this isn't to make you feel bad about where your fitness level has gotten too, but instead it's to get you moving around again. You'll grow stronger with each stroll you take around the block and before you know it, a trip around the block will be a cake walk for you again. Doing housework is also great exercise, just sweeping or vaccuming the floor burns more calories than you would imagine.

The key here is you should approach your exercise routine with baby steps. You don't expect your baby to just get up and start running around do you? Why should you expect yourself to be running around and be in a pre-pregnancy shape very quickly. Your main focus right now should be caring for your baby and just enjoying your time together. This time is very precious and he/she is ever changing. You don't want to miss any of these miraculous events.

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The Best Way to Lose Pregnancy Weight - Pregnancy Weight Loss Diet

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The best feeling in the world is bringing your baby home and for most moms they do not worry about weight right away. There is just too much going on. At first the excitement and boost of energy and inability to sleep, than finally when you are too exhausted and you want to sleep, the baby is asking for you. The first two months are tiring, but on the other hand, you do lose pounds fast. But after the first two months, the speed of loss of pregnancy weight slows down. So here are the best ways to lose pregnancy weight, and that is the healthy way. However, if that does not work, you can try the diet I used.

For some moms, it is easy. Some lose the extra pounds in the first few month and that is it. While the rest of us really have a hard time shedding those pounds. There are few things you can try. If you are nursing, you should just eat healthier and avoid any diets. Yes I know, it is hard, the snacking is what really makes us lose less weight. In addition, to eating healthy you can try light exercise. Just take your little one for a quick walk around the neighborhood for anywhere between 20-30 min. per day, and you should feel a lot better and shape up your body.

Do not go on any starving diets after you stop nursing. The simple fact is that you may initially lose the pounds, but you will gain even more back. With any starving diet, your metabolism slows down to burn less calories, but when you go back to eating regularly, you quickly gain the pound back and even few extras.

And if those do not work, you may want to try [http://www.squidoo.com/Losing-Weight-After-Pregnancy]shifting calories diet I managed to lose half of the weight with eating healthier, but I needed something else to help me lose the other half. I tried few starving diets and gained more weight back, so I had to find one good way to lose that extra pregnancy weight. That is why calorie shifting diet worked for me! This diet is not a real diet in a real sense. You can eat 4 times a day, but each day different food. I did not starve and I learned a lot more about good food to eat, that actually burns more calories.

Fellow moms', you can lose the pregnancy weight, I lost mine half with healthy ways and the other half with the shifting calorie diet!

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Discover How Lose Pregnancy Weight

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For most pregnant women, gaining weight during pregnancy is normal. Women tend to eat more to nourish her unborn baby. While it is fascinating to be a mother, frustration comes with it when you have a hard time to lose pregnancy weight after delivery.

Women often feel unattractive during and after pregnancy, which shouldn’t be the case. Pregnancy should not be a struggle; you can be at your best during and after pregnancy. You can feel good during your pregnancy, have a beautiful healthy baby and still get back into your pre-pregnancy shape afterwards. There are things you can do to lose pregnancy weight and get back to your pre-pregnancy shape. Remember that you cannot be the best mom if you aren’t on your best. Here are some tips to help you lose pregnancy weight:

First thing is to have the motivation and the decision to exert effort to lose pregnancy weight. Many women began their life-long struggle with weight after pregnancy. During pregnancy, you may gain 40-60 pounds; you may lose half of it after giving birth and the rest is what you'll have to work for. If you don’t decide to exert effort to lose pregnancy weight you will never lose the other half of the gained weight during pregnancy and worst you will gain more and more weight after each pregnancy until you hardly recognize yourself in the mirror.

Eat properly. You don’t have to go through a crash diet to lose pregnancy weight. This is dangerous not only to your health but to your baby as well especially if you are breastfeeding. Eat a lot of nutritious food while trying to lose pregnancy weight. A balanced diet with vegetables and fruits daily is a good start. Eat foods high in fiber to help you with elimination and keep you from eating too much because fibers are filling.

Engage in an exercise program during and after pregnancy. Consult your doctor, there are safe exercises that you can do while pregnant and there are also exercises for you after giving birth to lose pregnancy weight. Your doctor can advise you when it is safe to exercise after giving birth. Based on your medical history, he can help you decide which exercise programs are best for you and how fast you can shift from one level of exercise to the next. You can also engage in other activities like swimming, yoga and walking.

You don’t have to go through pregnancy feeling unattractive and worst end up overweight after delivery. You can make it easier for you to lose pregnancy weight if you know the right techniques that will give you immediate results. Did you know that you can get back to your pre-pregnancy shape in just 37 days after your healthy baby is born? Find out how to be a slim mom visit Slim Mom Secrets at [http://easy-pregnancy.blogspot.com/]All About Pregnancy

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Lose Weight For Free Fast And The Foods That Help You Lose Weight

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You can lose weight for free fast but it all depends on the foods that you eat to help you lose weight. This article is going to show you a few tips on how to lose weight for free fast and be able to keep it off.

First let's take a look at how you can lose weight fast. You can do it by starving yourself and exercising, although no one would recommend this and in reality, it just doesn't work very well. Aside from that it's not very conducive to keeping the little weight you did lose, off.

So trash that idea and lets go about losing weight for free fast which means that you will have to exercise. Sorry, it just has to be done. It doesn't have to hurt though. Make a game of what you are doing. If you have kids incorporate your exercise with what they are doing. You will be losing weight by moving around and you will also be able to spend time with those special little people of yours. If you don't have kids, then do something that is fun for you. Just because everyone is walking doesn't mean you have too. Go roller blading or hiking in the woods. The important thing here is that it is something you like to do that will get you up and moving at least three times a week.

In order to lose weight for free fast you will have to exercise at least three times a week for a minimum of twenty minutes. This is the best possible weight loss program for slightly overweight people.

Okay, now that we know that we need to exercise and are thinking about some fun activity to do lets turn to the foods that help you lose weight.

The foods that will help you lose weight are one's that are low in sugars and in carbohydrates. Did you wince when I said that? Sorry. For many, many people that fastest way to lose some serious weight fast, is to cut out the carbs. Now having said that, you should still try to keep at least twenty grams of carbs in your diet each day. For some that's two slices of low carb bread for a sandwich. For others, that a beer or two at night.

The foods that help you lose weight are actually the ones that will keep you feeling full longer throughout the day. You should be able to start seeing results in about two to three days by eating these foods that help you lose weight.

So, to lose weight for free fast and eat the foods that help you lose weight, all you have to do is exercise at least three times a week, preferably more, and eat low to no carb foods and you will see a difference in your waistline in no time.

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9 Essential Tips To Lose Weight Fast

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Losing weight quickly is not easy and most of the time the solution is only temporary. You no doubt need to find ways to lose weight fast. If you don’t control your diet and other habits, chances are that you will put on weight in a matter of days. In this article we are going to discuss some ways to lose weight fast and how to maintain it at that level.

1. Method one provides us with ways to lose weight fast. You must eat more vegetables and fruits. Don’t eat foods that contain too much fat, especially sweets and junk food. If you don’t like to exercise, try going for a walk about an hour after eating a meal. Make it a habit to do an activity each day that requires extreme energy input. Unless you eat healthily, no matter what other ways to lose weight fast you try, they will fail.

2. Tip two provides us with yet more ways to lose weight fast! Eat diet foods, but don’t forget the effectiveness of a balanced diet. Drinking green tea after every meal is a natural way of losing weight without much effort. If you don’t like the taste of it you can also use green tea nutritional supplements as ways to lose weight fast.

3. Tip three is yet another great couple of ways to lose weight fast. Don’t drink soda and other carbonated soft drinks.

4. If a friend or family member is also trying to find ways to lose weight fast, make your time table together. It can be easier for two people to find ways to lose weight fast together.

5. Muscle building is also a way of burning fat. Muscles are smaller and therefore do not show up like fat does. You can keep a pair of dumb-bells in your room and try to lift them for a few minutes each day to develop biceps. This activity will also increase the metabolism rate and release energy instantly. Dumbbells are one of the great ways to lose weight fast.

6. Avoid fried meat and grilled food. Instead, include vegetables soup and salads in your diet. Again changing your diet is one of the best ways to lose weight fast.

7. Don’t eat too much at once. Make a time table of eating 5 or 6 meals a day. While eating, make a mental note of how much you have eaten instead of talking to someone or watching TV. Change your diet and you will find new ways to lose weight fast!

8. Check your weight regularly and monitor your progress. If you have set a goal to lose a certain amount of weight in a week, then see that you are able to achieve it. You need to be determined to lose weight, if you see that you have lost weight it will motivate you and provide yet another ways to lose weight fast.

9. If you are addicted to chocolates or cookies, don’t stop eating them at once. Instead, try to cut down on their intake gradually. Diet is responsible for your weight, cut it out gradually as another group of ways to lose weight fast.

Hopefully the tips above will help you find ways to lose weight fast. Once you’ve found one of the many ways to lose weight fast make sure you stick with it and maintain your weight.

Everybody is different, and so what works as ways to lose weight fast for one person may not ways to lose weight fast for another. If you experience any discomfort when using any of the ways to lose weight fast then see your doctor.

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How To Lose Weight With Low Carb Diets

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The best way to approach weight loss is by accepting that it may be a long process that requires commitment, determination and patience. Also, since there is no “one-size-fits-all” diet plan, choosing the right diet for you as well as adopting a new lifestyle are both extremely important elements to succeed at permanent weight loss.

Many people lose weight with Low Carb diets. However, some do not achieve their desired goal because they forgot an essential fact: “Not all Low Carb diets were created equal.” Therefore, once you’ve decided to lose those extra pounds with a Low Carb diet plan, your very next step should be to learn about the different options available so you can choose the right Low Carb diet for you, according to your health, weight goal, lifestyle, and even according to your budget.

To lose weight with Low Carb diets it’s important to choose one that matches your particular situation. Then, it’ll be essential to adopt the suggested lifestyle changes of your chosen diet so you can lose the desired amount of pounds and increase your chances to keep the weight loss permanently.

There is an abundance of products and magic pills that promise quick and easy results, but most of them are not effective to lose weight safely and/or permanently. It is best to stick to one diet that has proven to be helpful to many, and Low Carb diets meet that criterion.

The following measures are some of the lifestyle changes that will definitely help you to lose weight with Low Carb diets and help you keep your ideal weight indefinitely.

1. Commitment – It is very important to be motivated to lose weight for the right reasons, not just for a certain event, beach vacation, or wedding party. Until you reach the point of true desire to get rid of those extra pounds for good, you won’t get the necessary commitment to follow through with your diet plan, no matter how much you’ve been told you need to lose weight by your doctor, your significant other or your close friend.

2. Get help – Once you’ve made a decision to commit yourself to lose weight, you should seek the help of a health professional, nutritionist or health practitioner for guidance and support. Also, it’s recommended to get a buddy to lose weight with, as you can help and motivate each other when either of you might feel discouraged.

3. Think positive – Do not constantly think about all those pounds you need to lose. It may become overwhelming, especially if you need to lose a large amount of pounds. Think instead of the benefits you’ll gain. Start each day visualizing the “new you”. Praise yourself and recognize your efforts even when your weight loss is going slower than anticipated. Instead of longing for a doughnut, learn to enjoy a bagel!

4. Learn to prioritize – Once you’ve made the decision to lose weight, it should become one of your main daily priorities. If you’re going through a difficult situation in your life, have a stressful deadline at work or have other worries in your mind at this time, you may want to postpone your weight loss plan until you can fully commit to it.

5. Set realistic goals – Do not set your mind to lose a certain amount of pounds per week/month. That is not only unrealistic but unhealthy. Be conscious of the fact that it may take you several months or even over a year to reach your ideal weight depending on the amount of pounds you need to lose. Healthy weight loss should be slow and constant.

6. Define the habits you want to change – If you tend to overeat when you are stressed, upset, anxious, sad, tired, pressed or depressed; the first step is to become aware of your routines so you can learn to modify them. Before eating something, ask yourself if you’re really hungry. If you are not, make an effort to notice what’s making you eat. Come up with something to distract yourself. This may take some practice but in a few weeks you’d have modified a behavior which benefits will last a lifetime.

7. Do not stay hungry – Most people need between 1200 and 1500 calories per day, according to age, gender, height, bone mass and physical activity. If you drastically reduce the calories you ingest, your body will go into starvation mode. This will favor the loss of liquids and muscle over permanent fat loss.

8. Do engage in physical activity – A well chosen Low Carb diet will definitely help you lose weight, but if you add a 30 minute workout three to four times per week, you’ll double the speed at which you’ll lose weight. Physical activity and especially aerobic exercise will speed the fat loss and enhance muscle development. These changes will increase your metabolism, which in turn will help you burn calories faster. A nice and helpful cycle to create!

It is not enough to want to lose weight with a Low Carb Diet. Remember that choosing the right Low Carb diet for you will increase your chances at successful weight loss as well as keeping those pounds off permanently. Also, the above mentioned lifestyle changes should help you live a healthier life. Remember to be kind to yourself. Be constant and patient. You are enduring a difficult task, and you deserve recognition and praise.

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