Online Weight Loss Ideas

Weight loss drugs - do they work?

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Mon, 04 May 2009 15:17:00 +0000

Two Daily Telegraph reporters are currently trying different weight loss drugs each. One is trying Alli, the other is using Appesat. and this is a report of their progress, one week on from starting to use these drugs.

Weight loss drug Alli

One of the reported side effects of this weight loss drug, is uncontrollable discharges, so it takes a brave volunteer to offer themselves as a guinea pig just to find out if the drug does what it claims, that is, make you lose weight. In this experiment however, no side effects are reported, and the user of this drug has lost 3lbs. weight in one week.

Weight loss drug Appesat

No side effects are reported after one week of use, neither has the volunteer lost any weight. With this drug, you have to take three pills with liquid, not hot, before each meal, and the volunteer using this weight loss drug found that this did not fit too well into her lifestyle.

You can read the rest of the story here. about the weight loss drugs.

Weight loss workout

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:05:00 +0000

If you want to burn fat faster than you would by normal dieting alone, you have to undertake some form of weight loss workout which is going to make you breathless. Gasping for breath, in fact. Exercising to this level of exhaustion means your body will burn up more calories in the form of fat, and as dieters, burning fat is just what we want.

However, be careful before embarking on this strenuous form of exercise. It is a shock to the system and should only be undertaken by those who are very fit.
If uncertain, it is advisable to consult your GP first.

Weight loss workout exercises

As a runner myself, my favourite weight loss exercise is interval training, where I run for a fixed distance, or run for a specific period of time for as long as I can.

Just ten minutes each day of becoming breathless in this way, while exercising, can have good results in helping to burn fat fast, and you will lose weight quicker, as a result .

If interval training is not for you, there are alternatives.

Press ups are just as effective. Try them out first though, if you have'nt exercised this way before. See how quickly you become out of breath. I get breathless within a couple of minutes. It varies from person to person, and on your level of fitness.

Another effective weight loss workout is running up and down the stairs. At work or at home. It doesn't matter. It's a quick way to become short of breath and is a great exercise to help you to burn fat fast.

Weight loss exercises - running

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 17:01:00 +0000

There are many different weight loss exercises, but running is my favourite.

Running to lose weight was the principle method of exercise I chose when I decided to lose weight quickly. It has worked for me, and it can for you as well.

The main advantages of running for weight loss are:

It burns fat faster, and the metabolic rate improves, which means you go on burning fat for a while even after you stop running.

You can run at a steady pace, which is a good way to burn calories and this will help you to lose weight faster.

You can run any time you chose. You don't have to travel to the gym or pay anyone to take exercise.

You don't have to spend a lot of money kitting yourself out for running. Just make sure you have a good pair of proper running shoes, preferably with a pair of shock absorbers for the heels. You buy those separately.

You can run for as long or as little as you want to.

You don't need to run everyday if you don't want to. However, be aware that running can become addictive as you become fitter.

Running is a good way of finding the short cuts in your locality. You can run in places which you wouldn't otherwise see.

Run off the road, and avoid running on tarmac all the time, if you can. You will find this easier on the joints. It's also healthier to run well away from vehicle exhaust fumes. It is also best to run on different surfaces, ie. grass, track, woodland, park, etc.

Make sure you eat the right types of food if you decide to run say more than a few miles each outing. You need to make sure your body is fuelled with the correct types of energy giving foods.

Never run the risk of becoming dehydrated. That is dangerous. If you run in hot weather, take plenty of water before, during and after running.

Warm up before running and warm down afterwards.

In cold weather, wear a hat and gloves, and keep your legs covered to stay warm.

Interval training is the quickest way to lose weight. You run hard for a fixed time, or fixed distance, then walk or recover for the same time or distance. You do this as many times as you are able to, but you need to be very fit for this kind of exercise because it is exhausting.

I found I could continue to eat my favourite sweet snacks, if I wanted to, and still lose weight as well.

As always, before taking any form of exercise, you should seek medical advice.

What are your favourite weight loss exercises?

How to get rid of food cravings

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:35:00 +0000

Food cravings are destructive when we are trying to lose weight.

Food cravings are just as much an addiction as alcoholism or drug addiction. To some people this statement might sound shocking, but it is true.

How do you recognise food addiction?

By doing some simple self analysis of your existing eating habits. By keeping a written log of the sugary snacks you take over a four week period you will have a representative sample of how much chocolate or biscuits you have typically eaten, and so be able to decide if this is too much or is acceptable. Be honest with yourself.

What to do about food cravings?

The first step in stopping food cravings is the recognition of the problem. Face up to the fact that there is a problem and determine to do something about it. This is where you need the willpower to say no to the next craving for a sugary snack. There is an alternative, and that is the one you have decided to take the next time you feel hunger pangs.

Given the amount and choice of sugary snacks that are available to us in the shops there is no wonder we snack on these empty foods. They are certainly convenient, but they have no food value. They are full of sugar, and all they do is give you a short term sugar rush which will leave you feeling hungry again in a short time. You then have another sugary snack , and so the cycle goes on until you change your eating habits.

How to end the vicious cycle?

By feeding ourselves with the proper food nutrients. These are foods which have natural sugar, such as dried fruit. The secret of overcoming food cravings is to eat regular meals in order to keep your blood sugar level constant. Eat three proper and nutritious meals a day starting with breakfast.

You can take snacks between meals by eating dried fruit , for example, or fresh fruit. Nuts and seeds are good as well. These are all nutritious foods. By eating this way, you avoid your blood sugar level dropping too low thereby avoiding the need to resort to sugary snacks.

Take regular exercise

Did you know that taking regular exercise of the kind that leads to breathlessness can help reduce food cravings? It does this by effectively tricking the brain into switching off the desire for food.

There are many other health benefits of regular exercise, of which this is just one.

You can beat food cravings. I have done so myself. All you need is the determination and willpower to say no to your next food craving.

My weight loss tip

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 19:07:00 +0000

My weight loss tip is eat slowly.

Why is eating slowly important in helping you to lose weight.

If you make a conscious effort to eat slowly this will help you to lose weight. By choosing to deliberately eat slowly you become more aware of the food you are eating. This can make you question why you are eating it at all, and whether you should be eating it. By eating slowly on a regular basis you will appreciate the effect it has on your eating habits and it will change them for the better.

Not only does eating slowly help you to lose weight but it is also good for the digestion. If you have ever eaten a meal too hastily you will know what I mean.

You won't lose weight without making a deliberate effort to do so. It won't happen. Eating slowly can be learned quite easily when you try it. The best way of starting is to make sure your food is properly chewed before swallowing it. Does this for every meal. Savour your food. This takes time, and that is just what we want to take plenty of, when eating our meals.

What if i'm in a hurry? I hear you say. It's alright to eat slowly if you have the time. The solution is to eat smaller portions, but make sure you eat sensibly by choosing only healthy foods, and enough of them.

Even before commiting to a diet, this little exercise might be worth a try on its own just to see if helps you to lose weight.

If eating slowly has helped in your weight loss campaign, why not leave a comment to encourage others.

Whole foods weight loss diet

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 17:07:00 +0000

The Thrive Diet by Brendan Brazier

Written by a professional ironman triathlete and formulator of vega, the author devised this weight loss diet after investigating ways to improve his athletic performance, in particular the recovery period immediately after his athletic training.

The aim was to reduce the recovery period to as short a time as possible, and the focus on his investigation was diet. The author used himself to experiment with different foods and he found that a plant based diet helped to reduce the recovery time to a minimum before he could train again. In athletic jargon, training and recovery are referred to as stress and rest.

The stress referred to here is the that caused by physical exertion after training, but he has extended the concept of stress to include nutritional stress, which applies to all of us, whether athlete or not. Nutritional stress refers to the physiological impact on the body of eating refined foods, and how we can avoid this kind of stress by changing our diet.

Synopsis :

The whole foods way to losing weight, reducing stress and staying healthy for life

A diet plan that will make you look great, feel great and increase your energy

A 12 week meal plan for long term results

100 easy to make plant-based whole food recipes.

Reduce body fat

Diminish visible signs of ageing

Lower cholesterol

Boost energy and mental clarity

Enhance mood

Increase productivity

Eliminate junk food cravings and hunger

Improve sleep quality

Build a stronger immune system

Stay healthy for life

If you are using or have used this weight loss diet why not leave a comment.

5 Weight loss tips

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:43:00 +0000

Here are 5 weight loss tips for keeping the weight off for good.

Losing weight is one thing, but keeping it off is another, and discipline and application are needed if you are to stay at your desired weight.

1. Be conscious of what you have achieved and remember how long it has taken you to get to your current weight. You surely don't want to ruin all that hard work and effort by reverting back to some bad eating habits.

2. Have a 'before' and 'after' photograph where you can easily see how you looked before you started dieting, and how you look now that you have lost weight. Again, it helps to remember all the hard work it has taken you to get there, so don't be in a hurry to forget, and put the weight back on again.

3. Get rid of your old clothes, the larger ones you wore before you lost weight.

4. I have a favourite trouser belt which I have owned for many years, and which I know should always be fastened on the third hole from the end. Any different from that sets the alarm bells ringing.

3. Try to keep on exercising every day.

4. Try to be disciplined about what you eat. It can be very easy to slip back into bad eating habits, especially if you still find yourself thinking about the foods you know you shouldn't eat in excess. There is no magic way of putting off food cravings, other than the motivation to do so.

5. Enjoy a sweet treat occasionally. If you eat these less often you will appreciate them more as the treats they are.

I hope you have found these 5 weight loss tips useful.

Weight loss diet plan - that works!

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:38:00 +0000

Rosemary Conley's Gi Hip & Thigh Diet....At a glance.

"The fastest, healthiest weight and inch loss plan, ever!"

Published 2008, the book has 304 pages, and is published in paperback, by Arrow Books.

On the rear cover, the author claims.... "that if you follow this diet you will transform your body faster than you ever believed possible. It really, really works!", It is also claimed that you could lose 7 pounds in the first two weeks of the diet.

There is a lot of flexibility and choice available in the menus you can choose from, and the number of calories and the fat index are provided for you in each of the menus, which also cater for solo slimmers, meat eaters, and vegetarians. And there are recipes for all the family as well, so no one need feel left out.

The author is confident from the start, that:

You will love the menus.
You will lose 7 pounds in the first two weeks, which will encourage you to progress to phase 2 of the plan.
The diet is easy to fit into your lifestyle and you won't feel you are on a diet at all- it will just become a new way of eating.

There are 16 chapters in the book. as follows:

The Hip and Diet Phenomenon
The new Gi Hip and Thigh Diet- How it works
A quick guide to Gi
Why do you want to lose weight?
Motivation - The key to success
The Amazing shrinking body
Eating for good health
Diet instructions - read these first
The fat attack fortnight
The Gi hip and thigh diet phase 2
Free choice diet menus plus extras
Recipes
How to lose weight faster
Slim hips and thighs in super quick time
Your questions answered
Staying slim

Then follows the section where you can record your own progress as you embark on the weight loss diet plan, which is so important in keeping you motivated to lose weight.

Portion pots
BMR charts
Weight loss progress chart
Weight loss graph
Inches/ centimetre accumulator
How to measure yourself
Measurement record chart
Exercise planner
Steps per day chart
Index of recipes

The author's weight loss diet plan takes the hard work out of dieting by combining the scientifically proven benefits of low-fat and low-Gi eating in an easy to follow programme that fits into every lifestyle.

But, does it work?

Reading the reviews written by those who have used the diet themselves, yes it does.

If you have had experience of this weight loss diet plan, why not share it with us?

6 weight loss motivation tips

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 12:11:00 +0000

6 weight loss motivation tips

1. Believe you can lose weight. Like any other pursuit in life, which you decide is worthwhile, your own attitude toward success is important. Weight loss is no different , in that you need to be self-motivated to achieve your goal.

I don't mean constantly reminding yourself of where you are going with your weight loss program, rather a steady resolve to get to where you want your weight to be. Last thing at night, just before you go to sleep, for example, is a good time to remind yourself of your goal, as you will then have all night to sleep on it and the thought will stay with you for longer.

If you decide to lose, say 7 pounds by the end of next month, and you are sure this target is an achievable one for you, then go for it.

How do you know if it is an achievable target? Simple, you will have lost that much weight before, so you know you can do it again.

2. Tell a friend what you are doing. Just by verbalizing this you have made a commitment which you will remember. And, because you can remember saying it, this will help to motivate you especially when your enthusiasm starts to wane and you might start to lose interest.

3. Don't be too strict with yourself about what you can and cannot eat. I know I couldn't lose weight without the thought that sometimes I am allowed to eat a cake or a bar of chocolate, both of which I like to eat. You can lose weight without denying yourself your favorite foods. That's if you want to continue eating them, of course. Some people might want to eliminate them from their diet completely.

4. It's best to lose weight with others, if possible. The positive benefits of group goals are well known, and if you doubt your ability to lose weight on your own, get involved with a weight loss group. You can keep in touch, and encourage each other. Also, if you run into difficulties, it's important to have someone talk to about your problem.

5. If you can achieve regular weight loss goals, of whatever you decide, say 2 pounds in 10 days, you will grow in confidence and it will motivate you to lose another 2 pounds in the next 10 days.

6. If your plan is to lose 7 pounds in weight, make up a bag or a box which weighs 7 pounds, so you can pick it up and feel how heavy seven pounds feels. Just imagine how much better you will feel for not having to carry that excess weight around with you.

Good luck with your weight loss program.

Losing weight on a budget

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 19:59:00 +0000

Dieting and all things weight loss can be expensive. Losing weight on a budget is a realistic option. Why not draw up your own weight loss plan? I did and it worked for me. It can for you, too.

I lost about seven pounds, and ten years later the weight is still off. So what's the magic secret? There isn't one, so don't spend time looking for one.

How do you go about creating your own weight loss plan. Where do you start? Your local library is a good starting point. There is often a rich source of information to be had ,of the type that will give you lots of insight and ideas. And ideas are just what you are looking for.

Read a few books on the subject for more detailed information and try to decide what might suit you best, in which case make a note of it, otherwise ignore it and investigate further. I found it best to skim through books because if you try to absorb too much detail you might be swamped by it all, and give up in frustration.

You are looking for general ideas, which sound workable and to which you can add your own detail and build on at your leisure, into a practical weight loss plan.

There is also the Internet. Experiment with different searches to highlight the information you want. Try weight loss plan, weight loss tips. dieting plan. This will get you started.

Use the information by making notes when something you found looks interesting. You can adapt your plan as you go along. When it comes to applying your new personal diet plan, you can see if it works for you, and if it doesn't, either drop it or add something different.

You don't need to spend much money to lose weight either. Rather, spend your time analysing your eating and exercising habits. Start a food and exercise diary, where you write everything down, over a month or whatever period of time you choose, all that you eat each day, as well as making a note of how much exercise you took.

Then you have a written record which you can use to your advantage in deciding what changes you need to make.

You'll need to devise an exercise plan as well. It's best to exercise while dieting because it will help you to lose weight faster. Start gently, by walking for ten minutes, then gradually buding up to an hour or more of continuous walking. Most people agree that losing weight and living an active lifestyle makes them feel great as well.

Have your say. What do you think? Do you think using a formal weight loss plan is the only sure way to lose weight, or can you lose weight just by using common sense methods?

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3 best weight loss exercises

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 12:06:00 +0000

These are my favourite 3 best weight loss exercises.

1.Aerobics exercise, such as brisk walking, swimming or running. It can be anything which makes you breathless. These activities are good for your heart and lungs and will get your heart beating faster than normal, while at the same time raising your metabolic rate thereby causing your body to burn fat faster, which is just what dieters want. Though it is more demanding, and can be tiring, this kind of exercise is not only beneficial to the heart and lungs but it improves the circulation as oxygen is moved around the body which encourages the skin to stay healthy as we lose weight and become smaller in size.

2. Step ups. Anywhere there are steps you can use them for exercise. You don't need to buy any special equipment. Alternate left leg, right leg and start with a moderate number of repetitions such as five for each leg. Wait at least twenty four hours to see what the effect is on your body, and if there are no aches and pains, try another set of five repetitions. As your body adapts to the exercise you will find you are able to do more repetitions without discomfort.

3. Interval training is my favourite. You can use this for running and walking. You run or walk briskly for ten seconds to start with, then recover for ten seconds. You then repeat the cycle for as long as you want, though as before, don't overdo it. The aim when introducing any new exercise into your daily routine is to accustom your body slowly to the demands you are placing on your system. Don't be tempted to save a whole weeks exercise for one day, as you will suffer aches and pains for long afterwards.

I've always found aerobics exercise to be the most effective way of exercising to help me to lose weight, because the body continues to burn fat long
after you have finished exercising.

Why not share your favourite best weight loss exercises by leaving a comment.

Healthy weight loss

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:14:00 +0000

Healthy weight loss can be achieved by making changes to our eating habits and introducing selectivity into our food buying choices.

We can choose not to buy and eat fattening foods such as chocolate and biscuits. Instead we can buy wholesome products like nuts and fresh fruit. Changing to these kind of foods is good for your health and can help you lose weight. They make you feel full for longer and so make you eat less, and therefore help you to lose weight.

Contrast this with sweet foods which merely indulge the short term craving for food, giving us a sugar rush, and when this soon subsides, we often repeat the cycle again and again.

This is just what I used do. Every evening I would eat a whole packet of biscuits. Fortunately I am an active person and I was able to run off the excess, but it is not a good way to eat and there comes a point when you have to recognise that you have to stop eating this way.

I believe that change in anything has to come from within. Recognise the problem, and change. If you're not there yet, a weight loss program isn't going to work for you.

The best way is to start by making subtle changes to your eating habits and seeing how your body, and your mood, react to the changes.

Keeping a food diary, a written record of what you eat and drink, and the time you eat, every day for a week, is a good idea as well. From this you can see instantly where and what changes need to be made, and take the necessary corrective steps.

If you know of any healthy weight loss methods, why not share them by leaving a comment.

Effective weight loss

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 20:57:00 +0000

Effective weight loss is only achievable by:

1. Choosing the correct diet for you. There are so many diets out there to choose from, each one seemingly making the claim to be the only one you need to effectively lose weight. Many diets are good, and do work, but they all have their own rules and recipes.

2. How do you decide which is the best diet for you?
Try visiting some of the weight loss forums on the Internet, by doing the following search in Google: diets forums, or weight loss forums, and studying the results presented.

If you are interested in one particular diet you could search for: Atkins Diet forum, for example, to find out first hand from people who are actually using the diet and what they think about it, then come to your own conclusion.

3. Along with diet goes exercise. Even simple exercise such as regular walking can be very beneficial in helping you to lose weight. The best way to walk to lose weight is to walk briskly, to the point that you are lightly sweating, but are not short of breath.

Effective Weight Loss

There are many other forms of exercise for dieters of course, but walking can be done any time, anywhere and you don't need to change into casual wear to start exercising this way.

4. Eat healthy foods. The best way to do this is to identify the foods you know you shouldn't be eating and either stop eating them completely, which is a bit drastic, or finding a healthier alternative. For example, I choose to eat a banana instead of a biscuit.

5. Don't binge, rather eat sensibly and be selective about what you eat. A good rule is, when you have finished your meal to still feel a little hungry, and eat small meals frequently.

Good luck with your weight loss and if you have any effective weight loss tips you would like to share, feel free to leave a comment.

Weight loss tips

noreply@blogger.com (Philip) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 16:37:00 +0000

These are just some of the weight loss tips which have helped me, and I recommend them to you too.

1. Use smaller plates sizes than you normally do for your meals. Smaller plate sizes means smaller portions, means less food consumption.

2. Eat your food slowly. This advice is only for those who don't eat slowly. If you are already a slow eater, carry on eating this way.

3. Drink plenty of water, both before and during your meals. This will help you to feel full quicker and will stop you eating so much. Water is also good for the digestive system.

4. Share your desire to lose weight with your friends or work colleagues. This will help to reinforce your motivation to reduce your weight.

5. Try and exercise for at least twenty minutes a day. Most people can manage twenty minutes of brisk walking once a day, and this is good for you because it makes you slightly breathless, but not out of breath. Another benefit of this type of exercise is that you continue burning fat for a while even after you stop exercising.

6. Reduce your intake of sugary foods and drinks. You don't have to stop them completely, just cut down on them.

7. Try some alternatives snack foods such as dried fruit and nuts, or fresh fruit such as a banana or apple.

8. Try starting your meals with a bowl of soup. This can be thin, thick, low calorie, and the soup combined with solid food in your stomach can make you feel full for longer. Researchers at Nottingham University have found that blending food to make a soup makes people full for longer than eating the same food and drinking a glass of water.

If you have any weight loss tips of your own why not share them by leaving a comment.