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You probably don t want to hear this...I don t even like hearing it...but the best option is just to eat healthy (Not really less. just healthy) and be active. Get a dance aerobics video or play DDR or something. They re fun, and they help a lot. Eat 5 or 6 small, healthy meals a day, and drink a ton of water. To lose weight, you have to burn more than you consume.
eat healthy....exorcise......
First, at the age of 13, fast weight loss shouldn t be a priority. If your doctor has recommended you lose weight fast I suggest checking with him or her. Secondly, weight loss is a long-term proposition that s best done through a combination of a good diet (normally caloric restriction) and exercise. So, if you re going to achieve success, keep the following in mind:1) Check with your physician to be certain that you are physically able to reduce your calories and increase your exercise habits safely.2) Make certain that the calories you are eating are as balanced as possible. Finding out how much protein, carbs, and fats your body needs on a daily basis can really help keep your energy levels high all day long. The #1 reason my clients tell me that they ve stopped dieting or exercising in the past is because of low energy ebbs. Also remember that you may need supplements to help things along.3) While exercising (before, during, and after) be sure to consume enough water. The key is not to be thirsty (overtly) during this time of exercise.4) Adding weight bearing exercise (i.e., lifting weights) will help to tone your body and the thermogenic (fat burning) effect will last long after you ve stopped working out -- even if your workout is simply walking).5) Remember that you ll probably hit plateaus (times when you ll stop losing weight) several times during your weight loss progress. This is completely normal and is only temporary but it can last for a couple of weeks at a time. It is very important to remember that even if your scale isn t showing progress, your entire body is being positively effected by your efforts.6) Measure different parts of your body (neck, upper arms, lower arms, chest, abs, waist, belly, butt, thighs, etc.) and do it accurately. Write these measurements down and check them once every 2 weeks. This will help you remember that your body is reducing all over -- not just in one particular area. If you re weight training you may actually notice a slight increase in some areas of your body (don t worry -- if you re a woman you won t start looking like a bodybuilder).7) Keep focused on your end goal and concentrate on losing maybe 1 pound a week -- sometimes you ll lose more, sometimes less. As long as it s an average, it s okay.8) Lastly, remember that you re doing a WONDERFUL thing for your body.Keep up the good work. I ve worked with hundreds of people in the past 20 years (mostly women) who have lost (individually) HUNDREDS of pounds safely. Better still, they ve kept it off -- Kay lost over 350 pounds and has been at her goal weight for 7 years now.As for what to take, that depends entirely on what your body needs. Anyone who suggests that you take something that works for everyone is either confused or deluded. For example, if you had a twin brother or sister your bodies could react completely different to certain supplements or foods on a metabolic level. If you want to learn more about what you might want to take you can visit my site (below). You can also have your parent(s) or gaurdian(s) contact me and I d be more than happy to talk to both of you.Any questions, don t hesitate to write and ask.Lonnie Honeycutt, C.N.C.Your Health Is My Concernhttp://www.betterlifetoday.com
Duct Tape......over your mouth.......stop pigging out!
I have tried two weight loss programs. The best choice for me was Weight Watchers. I just wanted to get back in to a size 12. My bone structure and height (5.11) go together nice. But there was a little fat I had to loss. I feel good, and I am comfortable. Never wanted to be bone butt thin, not my style. Even a dog likes a little meat. Trust me, you will enjoy it, if you stick with it. It is slow, but it works. Also, read the labels, and eat the portions listed, drink lots of water, have plenty of fiber- fruits and veggies. Once you improve your eating habits, the change will come. Be patient with yourself, and love yourself- don t compare yourself to others...............hold that head high!!!!!!!!!!
There is no quick fix, but the real answer is quite simple.1) Exercise -- at least 4 times a week2) Eating -- just be aware. Try to eat foods low on the glycemic index. Avoid too many fatty sweets. Eat more slowly. Try eating a salad or soup before your meal and you will eat less.3) Change your lifestyle habits -- be active!
Proper diet and exercise. There s no way around it.
the best way is to count your calories im 5 7 and have a large build and was compleatly overweight i dropped my calorie intake to 1000-1200 a day you should of course work out but you can loose 6 lbs just cutting out all drinks but water and increase your water drinking abount to 6-8 8 oz a day (about the size of a two liter bottle of soda) hope this helps a little
I am a 34 year old female (just using my fiance s computer), just so you know - I am not a guy. Anyways, I weighed 202 lbs. 3 years ago and I have lost 65 of that. I tried a LOT of different things and have found these to be the most effective:Find out what your ideal calorie intake is for your age/size.Eat smaller portions roughly every 3 hours. Exercise a 3-6x a week doing at least 20-30 minutes cardio plus strength training 3x a week (as a 13 year old you would need guidance with this though as your body is still changing). Stop eating 3 hours before bedtime (this is the #1 thing that works for me) and drink 8 glasses of water a day. Another important thing is - find out why you are overeating. A lot of people eat for reasons other than hunger. This will help you keep the weight off once you lose it.It honestly is a lot of hard work. You do have to be patient, but if you follow these tips and eat well and exercise consistently you will be sure to lose weight.
sorry..there is no quick way to lose weight...you have to excerise..eat good foods..stay away from fast food and sweets..it takes alot of willpower and effort to lose weight..good luck
