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Ok. I have been struggling with my weight and self-image for almost 6 years now. I am going to college in the August (FALL 2009) and want to know if anyone knows of a good diet/workout regimen(sp) that seems to be working or that has worked for them. Im trying to lose about 50 pounds... and FAST. So any good ideas is appreciated. =]
THANKS!
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Congrats on wanting to change your life. But, there is no quick fix on weight loss. It is a process that takes time and effort. I recently lost 30 lbs. and it took almost two years for that. Working out is not something you can do to lose weight and then quit because in the end you will gain the weight right back plus some. Diets don't work!! Watch what you eat, cut out most sugar(you have to have some to live), cut out caffeinated drinks, drink plenty of water(this really helped me). Eat a filling breakfast. Breakfast is key in giving you the energy you need throughout your day. If you start to feel hungry grab a piece of sugar free gum. It has few calories so it's good for you and your teeth. Gum is said to curb your appetite. I would start out exercising 15 minutes a day, 3 times a week. Then gradually step it up. I would incorporate cardio into your workout(running, cycling, kick boxing, etc.). The more you sweat the better. It may hurt and you may want to quit but don't. Because in the end you will see just how worth it all that pain was. Weight liftin (even if it's just 5lbs.) is effective. Lunges and squats help tone thighs and butt. You really have to find what works best for you. Don't give up and you will succeed! Good luck with your weight loss.
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Well, congrats! I'm glad that you are so keen on taking charge and helping yourself. College is a GREAT time to start over. You can be whoever you want to now, and re-invent yourself.
However, I have to say that I' m a little worried with your preoccupation with "fast". I'm sure that you've heard this before, but it still rings true. It does not, theoretically, take very long to lose weight. However, it DOES take time to lose it, improve yourself, feel better and keep that weight off. There aren't any shortcuts to this.
Granted, you may be saying at this point "What the hell are you talking about? My friend took some kind of pills/detoxed/joined yoga and lost ______ pounds!"
To this I say: What's your point? Yes, it is completely correct that these things do make you lose weight. But time and time again, (and I know, because I have done it before myself) the folks who take the fast method gain it back, and wind up in a worse state than they were in before. Also, losing a bunch of weight really fast isn't always what people expect. Especially something like 50 pounds. Over time, this is a very reasonable goal...if given enough time. You ever see what a person who has lost a pile of weight really rapidly? It's not pretty.
The answer here is to find some kind of regimen or plan that focuses on everything, you said yourself that you want to work on self-image. Just keep in mind that happiness and a good image of yourself does not come from being thinner. Weight loss is instead, a byproduct of improved outlook. (that and increased energy, nicer skin, less mood-swings, etc...I'm sure you've heard them all)
Now, one that has worked for me and others that I know is good old fashioned weight-watchers. I know that I've had god results, and it's always worth a try. You do lost weight faster at first but you do plateau, it's just natural. I think that if you start now, and make some positive changes in your life, you can be very well on your way to a new you by fall of this year.
So yeah! I realize that this may not be exactly what you had in mind, but I hope it helps. I applaud you on your decision, and I really hope you find success in whatever plan you take on!
Good luck!
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