Why Drop The Extra 5 to 10 Pounds?
Most of us carry an extra 5 to 10 pounds of extra fat. We might not be considered “overweight” with just a couple of extra pounds of fat, but that doesn’t mean we should keep it on. Research shows that you can increase your overall health by losing the extra fat (that is, if you actually have extra fat to get rid of). Here’s a little infographic that shows the health benefits of losing those extra 5 to 10 pounds once and for all. If you need help on how to lose weight, check out all of our articles focusing on healthy weight loss. Feel free to follow us, however you...
Read MoreNEW! Weight Loss Pill Burns 1 Pound of FAT per Day!
NEW! Weight Loss Pill Burns 1 Pound of FAT per Day! You can now buy a Weight loss pill to help you burn ONE POUND OF FAT EVERY SINGLE DAY! You can eat as much junk food as you want! You don’t need to exercise! Just swallow this magical weight loss pill once a day and BAM! You will lose FAT! No muscle lost – just fat! Too could to be true?! YES! I guess that’s what you get on April Fools Day ;) Best Weight Loss Strategy If you really want to lose weight, there just isn’t a magical weight loss pill that you can – or should! – take! The most effective way to lose weight is one that is healthy and will be long-term. No crash diets. No fads. Eat healthy. Exercise. Sleep. PS – never...
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Why Weight Loss Programs Fail
Everyone’s motto at the beginning of the year seems to be “this is the year I finally ____”. Sadly, most people never reach their goals, whether their goals focus on eating healthier, exercising more, weight loss, or just working on overall health. P90X • Atkins • Boxing • CrossFit • Weight Watchers• Running • Vegan None of these exercise programs or “diets” will work out for most people. Why is that? More often than not, there is only ONE thing that is stopping them from seeing success. One thing. Consistency. You can hire the best personal trainers and nutritionists in the world. You can be given the best exercise regime and meal plan that is perfectly designed just for you based on your specific goals. None of it will work out for you unless you actually use it. None of it will work unless you are consistent with...
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How To Eat Healthy
A lot of people have the goal to “eat healthy”. Problem is, most people don’t really know what that means. Here’s a simple guide to help you learn how you can eat healthier today! FYI – Please click on the links within each paragraph…it will help you understand the concept and point you in the right direction. Unhealthy “Health” Food Low calories foods mean healthy food, right? Wrong. There are a lot of low calorie snacks out there, such as 100 calorie oreo snack packs. Are these low calorie? Yes. Are they healthy? No. The main goal of those low calorie snacks is portion control, not health. Yes, you can lose weight if you eat these snacks in moderation, but you aren’t necessarily eating healthy, nor are you putting nutrient dense food into your body. To stay satisfied longer,...
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The Cost of Obesity
Being overweight sucks. Not only is your overall health at risk, but there is a major cost of obesity. That’s right. Being obese costs you extra money. Check out this infographic about obesity. The numbers speak for themselves here… Infographic Source: publichealthonline.gwu.edu Feel free to follow us, however you...
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How Much is a Pound of Fat?
Check out this infographic showing some interesting facts about fat! Feel free to follow Skinny...
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The “Fat Burning Zone”
If you’re primary fitness goal right now is to lose weight (fat), it’s time to listen up! The “Fat Burning Zone” Years ago, many fitness experts believed that if you wanted to burn the most body fat, you need to just do moderate intensity exercises for long periods of time. It’s true that exercising in certain heart rate zones will allow you to burn more calories from fat in a workout, but we know that moderate intensity endurance workouts isn’t the only key to fat loss, otherwise every long distance runner would have very low body fat – which just isn’t the case. The body will burn more calories from fat during low to moderate intensity exercises (Zone Two: 80% – 85% of Heart Rate Max). However, you burn more calories overall in higher intensity exercises (Zone Three: 86%...
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Beyoncé Lost 40 Lbs After Having Her Baby
It has been almost four months since Beyoncé gave birth to her little girl Blue Ivy (born January 7, 2012), and Beyoncé has lost almost all of the 50 pounds that she had gained during her pregnancy. In her latest interview with People, Beyoncé shares her strategy for losing the first 40 pounds. The best part about Beyoncé’s weight loss strategy is that there isn’t a specific company she is representing and trying to promote. That’s right! She’s not promoting Slim•Fast, Weight Watchers, NutraSlim, HCG, or any other “diet” out there. Basically, Beyoncé is promoting a healthy lifestyle that anyone can do! How refreshing is that?! Breastfeeding Benefits In the first ten weeks after Beyoncé had her daughter Blue Ivy, she lost the initial weight from breastfeeding. More specifically, she lost the first 14 pounds in just the first month after giving birth! I’m...
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Hungry? Healthy and Filling Foods
If you’re trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight, it’s important to find the right kind of foods to keep yourself full. These include high-protein foods, high-fiber foods, and healthy fats. Here are five ideas that will keep you feeling full longer: Eat your veggies Vegetables are key to feeling full longer. They are low in calories, and high in fiber. Try adding extra veggies to your meals or start substituting a salad for those high calorie dishes. This is a great way to help you stay slender! It’s time to go nuts! Nuts are filling, and have plenty of healthy fats in them. They are also high in protein. Remember to keep the serving size reasonable because they are high in calories – healthy calories! Try making a trail mix with dried fruit or use them...
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10 Ways to Stay On Track with Your Weight Loss Goals
Staying on track with your weight loss goals can be difficult at times, but it’s not impossible. Here are ten ways to help you stay motivated and stay on track with your weight loss goals! Plan Meals This will help you to stay within your calorie budget each day. Make sure to be prepared and have healthy snacks and meals ready at all times. A good example of this is keeping freshly cut fruit and veggies in the fridge. Accountability You will be surprised at how much this can help you. Build a support system of people who have similar goals and are working towards the same thing. If you surround yourself with people who are also trying to stay on track, you will be less likely to make poor eating choices or skip a workout. Record Progress Regularly...
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