Your Question About Easy Weight Loss

Mary asks…

What’s the best way to lose weight and keep it off?

I lose weight easily, but I also gain it pretty quickly. I’m 5’2 and 165 lbs. People tell me I look more like I am 150 lbs, but still I would prefer to be a healthier weight. I would like to tone my stomach more and increase physical activity -with the exception of running, so alternative cardio suggestions would be great!

weight loss cardiff answers:

It sounds to me like you may diet to lose the weight, and then once you drop weight you go right back to your normal eating patterns. Or maybe you are more physically active certain times of the year… (i apologize if my assumptions are incorrect, that is just they way it happens most of the time, regardless, the tips below should help in any situation)

The key to losing weight and keeping it off is through CONSISTENT diet and exercise. Its more of a lifestyle change then an actual “diet plan”. When you eat, think whole foods. In other words, eat foods prepared as closely to they would be in their natural state as possible. Foods like 100% whole wheat bread, whole wheat pasta, raw or frozen vegetables instead of canned, fresh fruits, lean proteins, etc. The extra fiber in the vegetables, fruits and whole grains will help keep your appetite in check, and it will also supply your body with long lasting, slow release energy so you wont get a spike in blood sugar after eating. Another good thing to do, is take the amount of calories you would normally eat in a day, and split that up over 5-6 meals. This again will help keep you from over eating, will keep your energy levels up and your metabolism firing. For a solid ratio, shoot for 50% carbs, 30% healthy fats (nuts, olives, olive oil, fatty fish, avacado), 20% lean protein.

For cardio alternatives, i would recommend a full-body circuit training program. That will help you attain total body fitness and is a little bit more exciting then jogging for most people (i prefer running but that is just me). Also you can cross train with some road or mountain biking, or swimming.

Your full body circuit should be something like this

2-4 Leg Exercises (squats, lunges, calf raises, leg ext, leg curls)
2-3 Chest exercises (bench press, incline press, dumb bell flys, dumb bell bench press, push ups, dips)
2-3 tricep (tricep ext, kickbacks, cable pushdowns)
2-3 bicep (standing barbell curls, preacher curls, dumb bell curls, concentration curls, hammer curls)
3-4 ab exercises (you can google these and come up with probably about 100 different ones, just go slow and in control, squeeze at the top to get the best results)

Shoot for a weight that you can do 10-12 reps for upper body, 15-30 reps for abs (no weight), 12-15 for legs. Start out with the lower end of the ranges i have listed, and work up to more lifts. Do the circuit 2-3 times through depending on your fitness level. Start with a 20-30 second rest between sets, as your fitness level improves, try less to no rest.

Good luck

Linda asks…

What are some good foods to eat to lose weight?

They say that if you want to lose weight quickly, you should burn off more than you consume. What kinds of food don’t have that many calories in them? ( Besides a salad. I just never could really like salads. )
I really like eating fruits like apples and bananas for snacks. What about for lunch and dinner?

weight loss cardiff answers:

Hi Danca,

It’s great you’re already starting to form healthy habits with your fruits 🙂 Losing weight is not as hard as people think, in fact, it can be pretty easy. Just cutting out SODA and sugary drinks from your diet COMPLETELY is just one awesome way to lose weight fast easy and healthily. (I lost 10 pounds alone with that one change) That along with the other tips I’m going to share below and you will be on your way to easily losing the weight and keeping it off.

As cliche as it may sound you gotta eat your veggies. They are amazingly good for you, also raw nuts (almonds are best) fruits, and 100% whole grain breads instead of white flours (white flour is very bad for you, read up on it if you get the chance!) Try and stay away from fried foods and fast food as much as possible, and other empty calories and foods that provide you no nutrients, like ice cream/candy/cake etc. Common sense goes a long way with what foods to eat and how to be healthy, so use it 🙂

Building healthy eating habits and keeping the weight off in the long term is what you should really strive for. Also, make sure you don’t count calories, it can drive you CRAZY! Just eat GOOD calories, and when your satisfied, stop eating. Try to eat more meals a day and portion them smaller, it really is proven to speed up your metabolism and burn fat way faster. If you mix this in with the other things I’ve shared, you will be on your way to easily losing weight and keeping it off.

Just be persistent, set goals, make little changes and stick with them. You will get to where you want to be. You really have to want it, I did, and I’m at my goal weight now. Please check out my blog, I think you will enjoy the information and my weight loss story. The link is below and best of luck hon.

Ken asks…

How do you lose weight easily and quickly?

I’ve got my prom at the end of June this year and I really want to lose a bit of weight so i look better in my dress, what is the best diet that is easy to do and helps you lose weight quite quickly?

Hope you can help 😀

weight loss cardiff answers:

There is no such thing as losing weight quickly. But you can lose weight by counting calories and walking everyday. Its hard to say how many calories you should eat and how much you should walk because you didnt give us any information about your body. I started working out 4 weeks ago and walked 20 minutes everyday and ate no more then 2000 calories for three weeks and then no more th en 1800 calories on my fourth week. It is now my 5th week and I’ve lost 20 pounds. But I’m extremely over weight so it kind of melts right off me. So I’m going to suggest eating no more then 1500 calories a day and walking 20 minutes every single day and you should lose weight. No need for a killer 1-2 hour work out if your not used to it because you will burn yourself out. If you already work out say 30 minutes a day, then bump it up to 35. I was just giving a rough estimate for you. Good luck!! Have fun at your prom 😀

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David asks…

Can you lose fat (not weight) while pregnant?

My wife may be pregnant and is concerned with her weight. (home test is still showing neg) She has recently lost about 10 lbs and was planning on losing about 30 more. Now that we think she may be pregnant she still wants to try to lose the fat while not really really losing weight. She says she can still do this by eating healthy and walking. I am a little concerned. She will be discussing this with the Dr if she is in fact pregnant. What do you think? Has anyone done this before?

weight loss cardiff answers:

I’m in basically the same situation as your wife, and I’ve made it work. If she is pregnant, she will not need to cut her calorie intake. She needs to consume about 2000 calories a day in the first trimester and 2300 in the second and third. But as long as she does this by making healthy food choices and drinking TONS of water, she will probably see that she still loses some fat. She can also continue exercise through walking, which will build muscle and trim fat. As long as she doesn’t do anything extreme, like actually try to lose 30 pounds while pregnant, she will be fine. She can aim to gain 15-20 pounds throughout the pregnancy if she is overweight, which is fairly realistic as long as she eats healthily and exercises, as long as she doesn’t have any complications. She’ll need to double check the weight gain with her doctor to be sure it’s right for her. But I’m 21 weeks and have only gained 5 pounds, and it’s all been baby and water weight. I actually lost 10 pounds in the first trimester, so I’m still below my prepregnancy weigh, and I’m halfway through! Just don’t aim to actually move the scale…just have her try to be healthy and active, and she will gain muscle tone and lose fat. Good luck!

Chris asks…

What’s The Best Way to Lose Weight While Pregnant?

Hey Just need a few tips and pointers how to stay in shape while pregnant?

weight loss cardiff answers:

*eat healthy
*walk
*prenatal excersices
*swim
*sex

Sandy asks…

is it safe to lose weight while pregnant?

I’m not going to go on a massive crash diet but i am going to cut out fatty foods and try to eat healthily and exercise regularly, i don’t really want to lose weight i just want to stay the weight i am now but obviously after the baby is born i’ll be lighter.

weight loss cardiff answers:

It’s wonderful to start eating better for your baby. As long as you’re not starving yourself, you’ll be fine.

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David asks…

What is the best way to lose weight quick?

I need to lose 10-15 lbs of fat in the next couple weeks.

I’m male
34 years old
5′ 11″
170 lbs
12% to 15% body fat is my guess.

I usually weigh about 155. But I gained 15 lbs from quitting smoking on January 1st.

I need to lose this weight. Does anyone have a workout plan or a diet plan? I like to lift weight, jump rope or jogging. I also like body weight exercises like push ups, pull ups, sit ups.

Help!

weight loss cardiff answers:

Started this Diet (lifestyle change) in the middle of November at 140lbs, and now at 119lbs

A DIET IS WHAT YOU EAT….there for we are all on a diet….
THINK LIFESTYLE CHANGE

You got the change the way you think and feel about food

TRY THIS, and stick to it.

The first 3-4 weeks are the hardest until your body adjusts to the change.
Results will be in about the same time

Fruits and Veggies

Eat more plants and keep away from stuff that was made in plants.

Don’t eat anything that comes in a can, box or package….
…..THEY HAVE ADDITIVES IN THEM THAT MAKE YOU ADDICTED TO THE FOOD…..
If man made it, don’t eat it

NO white BREAD or SUGAR

NO FRIED FOOD…

Stay away from FAST FOOD

NO POP, SODA or FIZZY DRINKS

Walk your dog, or walk a friends dog

Don’t think of it as a diet, but think of it as a lifestyle change

I have lost 25.5 pounds in 2 months, drink lots of water. I usually eat a meal of what ever I want once a week….controlled portion….this really works………

Write down every thing you eat

Donna asks…

How to lose weight quick and permanently?

I’m a girl, 13, 5’3” and 136 lbs. I need to lose weight and tone my body quickly and permanently. Keep in mind, I’m not a lazy person and I have plenty of time.

weight loss cardiff answers:

Hi dear
just follow these simple tips to shed extra pounds from your weight
– take balanced diet
– take 5 meals in the day
– add fruits and vegetables in your meals
– zip your lips for fried and fast foods
– avoid colas and sweets
– drink more water and fresh juice
– do regular workout, yoga or brisk walk
– think positive and keep smiling
good luck

:o)

Susan asks…

can i eat just veg eggs and fish to lose weight quick?

i am desperate to lose weight as just lately, i seem to have piled on weight, i am going to cut out coffee and sweet stuff but was wondering if i just ate eggs, fish and veg would i lose weight quick?

weight loss cardiff answers:

Sur eyou can, just make sure you don’t fry anything or use oils. Oil is worse than sweets. I would suggest adding a little fruit to the plan. Also, eat every three hours. 2oz protein and alternate either 1/2 cup fruit or 1-2 cups veggies. At supper time add some carb, like potatoes or rice. No pasta, corn, or carrots. Pasta is too concentrated, corn and carrots have too much sugar.

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Steven asks…

How can I lose weight in 3 days!?!?

I’m dead serious; I have to be somewhere on short notice, how can I lose belly fat?!
Please! I’m desperate!

weight loss cardiff answers:

You should be able to drop a couple pounds in 3 days if you go on a strictly fruit /water diet.

But you gotta eat lots of fruits so as not to starve yourself. For lunch today I had 1 guava, 20 water chestnuts, 1 mango and 1 avacodo and a glass of milk. So that’s actually quite a bit of food.

For dinner, I am gonna have 1/2 a honey dew and 1/2 a papaya. And if I am really starving a banana later for supper.

🙂

Betty asks…

whats a good way to lose weight in 3 days?

I’m not extremly overweight i just have some extra fat on my stomach that i want gone by 3 days

weight loss cardiff answers:

Thats not possible to loose anyweight in 3 days.. Healthy weight loss is 1-2lbs a week.. If you loose anymore your loosing muscle not fat

Sandy asks…

whats the best way to lose weight in 3 days?

well me and my frend are making a remake of kenny vs spenny but tits cxalled devi vs mikey and its who can losew the mostb weight in 3 days

weight loss cardiff answers:

Loosing weight in 3 days is not advisable. Dont try it.

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