Weight loss

[ariastar]

Sorry, just had to mention this. I weighed myself Friday morning and every morning since. Today I'm down by 5.8 pounds. What a difference lotsa limiting and running makes!

But I want to know - does anyone know of some good back exercises and ones for the arms/chest aside from push-up and pull-ups?

[electricalburn]

i seen people with these giant rubber bands and step on it and grab it with there hand and pull on it in various ways...

[decemberfall]

i just ride my bike and it seems to give a good overall workout, since i've lost 21 lbs since January 1st, i'm only 10.5 from my goal.

[electricalburn]

just as an example so you kindive get what i am talking about


http://www.simplefitnesssolutions.com/exercise_bands.htm

[acidburn]

Thosee resistance bands are a good arm workout. The figure-eight shaped one is a very versatile band for the arms.

Free-weights are also a good choice. Do an overhead lift with a weight. Hold a single weight with both hands vertical over your head with your elbows at about ear level. Raise and lower just bending at the elbow.

Another good one that uses no equipment is called the plank. Lie flat on the floor. Raise your whole body off the floor on just your forearms and toes. Hold the position as long as you can do it and keep your body straight so you don't strain your back. This is great for the abs.

[masherscf]

Simple Mathematics...

Cut 500 calories a day. This totals 3,500 calories a week. Three thousand five hundred is the number of calories in a pound of fat. So, 500 calories a day is a pound a week... forever...

Not so simple... actually doing it... Great job.

[scoobydiesel]

Play the wii(along with whatever your doing) one of my friends has lost 10 pounds from Wii Sports since Feb...but she plays a good amount. also runs every other day for a mile. but meh. good luck with everything :)

[ariastar]

Simple Mathematics...

Cut 500 calories a day. This totals 3,500 calories a week. Three thousand five hundred is the number of calories in a pound of fat. So, 500 calories a day is a pound a week... forever...

Not so simple... actually doing it... Great job.

I can't cut 500. In a typical day I'm at about 400-500 as it is. if I go over, it doesn't stay down.

[ariastar]

Play the wii(along with whatever your doing) one of my friends has lost 10 pounds from Wii Sports since Feb...but she plays a good amount. also runs every other day for a mile. but meh. good luck with everything :)

I'm running nightly, not up to a mile yet though. How did she lose weight playing Wii?

[yashar]

I can't cut 500. In a typical day I'm at about 400-500 as it is. if I go over, it doesn't stay down.Good luck with that, I'm surprised starvation mode hasn't kicked in yet.

[scoobydiesel]

I'm running nightly, not up to a mile yet though. How did she lose weight playing Wii?

She gets into the game o_O gets up and swings and pounches and whatever...its intresting. But i'm guessing the mile helps the most :p

[masherscf]

I'm running nightly, not up to a mile yet though. How did she lose weight playing Wii?

There are lots of places online where you can find beginners running plans. You should be careful not to injure yourself.

Most of plans are pretty painless if you stick with them and will have you running 5K in about 10 weeks.

I used one about seven years back to get in shape. Sadly, I don't have the time for it now and my body suffers.

Also, if you plan on running, you better eat some proper food. You'll need enough protein to repair damage and to build up muscles. Losing weight is great but you should focus on being fit first.

[acidburn]

Tone up and build muscle and your body will naturally burn more calories when you are not exercising.

Also, eating good food is important following a workout, whatever you choose to do for your workouts.

[yashar]

Tone up and build muscle and your body will naturally burn more calories when you are not exercising.

Also, eating good food is important following a workout, whatever you choose to do for your workouts.You gotta build before you can tone, unless you want to tone nothing. I finally bulked up after a year to the point where I can focus on toning with the help of a metabolic accelerator.

[acidburn]

You gotta build before you can tone, unless you want to tone nothing. I finally bulked up after a year to the point where I can focus on toning with the help of a metabolic accelerator.

Women tone and build muscle differently than guys do because we are looking for different results. Most women aren't looking to bulk up. :)

[lsman11]

for arms she should just get those rubber weights, like 5-10 lbs each and just rep it up

girls should just use the elliptical machine, this way they dont hurt their knees. prob get faster results on that machine with legs + buttocks

thats right, i said buttocks

lubu

[phatlip12]

Simple Mathematics...

Cut 500 calories a day. This totals 3,500 calories a week. Three thousand five hundred is the number of calories in a pound of fat. So, 500 calories a day is a pound a week... forever...

Not so simple... actually doing it... Great job.

My girlfriends been trying to loose some weight for summer and has been doing something like this. She uses this site to put all of calories in/ monitor them.

http://www.mypyramid.gov/

[waldingrl]

+1 for freeweights. Do you have a friend with a gym membership, maybe go on a day pass and get some tips for what exercises to do. Skull crushers and chest flys/reverse flys are great.

[ariastar]

i just ride my bike and it seems to give a good overall workout, since i've lost 21 lbs since January 1st, i'm only 10.5 from my goal.

You can totally nail that last 10! Good for you!

[ariastar]

just as an example so you kindive get what i am talking about


http://www.simplefitnesssolutions.com/exercise_bands.htm

Those look like fun!!

[ariastar]

Good luck with that, I'm surprised starvation mode hasn't kicked in yet.

If it does, it can eat me. :)

This is better than the month-long fasts I used to do. Passing out isn't fun.

[ariastar]

for arms she should just get those rubber weights, like 5-10 lbs each and just rep it up

girls should just use the elliptical machine, this way they dont hurt their knees. prob get faster results on that machine with legs + buttocks

thats right, i said buttocks

lubu

My buttocks are plenty toned! That and my calves. Oddly.

[ariastar]

+1 for freeweights. Do you have a friend with a gym membership, maybe go on a day pass and get some tips for what exercises to do. Skull crushers and chest flys/reverse flys are great.

My apartment complex has a full gym. It's just not open as late as I want.

What are skull crushers?

[ariastar]

My girlfriends been trying to loose some weight for summer and has been doing something like this. She uses this site to put all of calories in/ monitor them.

http://www.mypyramid.gov/

I've got about three sites I check for calories of foods I don't get the labels for.

How's her weight loss coming?

[ariastar]

There are lots of places online where you can find beginners running plans. You should be careful not to injure yourself.

Most of plans are pretty painless if you stick with them and will have you running 5K in about 10 weeks.

I used one about seven years back to get in shape. Sadly, I don't have the time for it now and my body suffers.

Also, if you plan on running, you better eat some proper food. You'll need enough protein to repair damage and to build up muscles. Losing weight is great but you should focus on being fit first.

I want to run a mile (not run/walk/run/walk) withing two weeks. Running 5k would KICK ASS.

Haha! Injure myself.... I stretch, though and pretty damned sore right now. Tonight I was at the track an hour and a half. I ran until I couldn't anymore, walked a minute or two, ran more until I couldn't, walk a minute, ran, etc., until I could hardly walk, then did leg lifts until I could use my legs again. Repeat the run/walk/run, then sit-ups. After an hour and a half, my heart was racing too much, so I decided to call it quits for the night.

Tomorrow night I'll be back!

btw, what sites are reputable? I want to do 5k. 5m would be cooler. But 5k is a good start.

[scoobydiesel]

after reading some of this stuff just make sure you be safe and dont rush your self and such that wouldnt be good :)

[ariastar]

after reading some of this stuff just make sure you be safe and dont rush your self and such that wouldnt be good :)

Eh, I'll live.

Thanks for the concern. :)

[ariastar]

I wonder if this site (http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml) is good?

[masherscf]

I wonder if this site (http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml) is good?

That looked okay. I was sorta looking for a plan that laid out your goals day-by-day and not week-by-week. It's important to vary your workout in order to avoid injury. It's a pretty fine line, you do want to push yourself a little. You body's natural ability to repair damage is actually what strengthens you, not the actual workout. Therefore, it is important to push yourself to the edge, but not over. It is also important to get a good amount of rest. This includes proper sleep and taking a period day of rest. This is why day-by-day plan is better.

[waldingrl]

My apartment complex has a full gym. It's just not open as late as I want.

What are skull crushers?

I, too wish I had a 24 hour gym, it would make it easier to work out.

Skull crushers: Lay on your back (preferrably on a bench) and hold a weight with both hands just about chest level. Keeping your arms close to your head, move the weight back and over your head. This will work your triceps.

Regular bicep curls can do wonders for your biceps as well.

For me, the key to using free weights successfully is to concentrate on the muscle group you are trying to work. If you're making your grocery list or thinking about life, you're not going to see results.

[ariastar]

That looked okay. I was sorta looking for a plan that laid out your goals day-by-day and not week-by-week. It's important to vary your workout in order to avoid injury. It's a pretty fine line, you do want to push yourself a little. You body's natural ability to repair damage is actually what strengthens you, not the actual workout. Therefore, it is important to push yourself to the edge, but not over. It is also important to get a good amount of rest. This includes proper sleep and taking a period day of rest. This is why day-by-day plan is better.

Are there any you'd recommend? I'd really appreciate it!

[ariastar]

I, too wish I had a 24 hour gym, it would make it easier to work out.

Skull crushers: Lay on your back (preferrably on a bench) and hold a weight with both hands just about chest level. Keeping your arms close to your head, move the weight back and over your head. This will work your triceps.

Regular bicep curls can do wonders for your biceps as well.

For me, the key to using free weights successfully is to concentrate on the muscle group you are trying to work. If you're making your grocery list or thinking about life, you're not going to see results.

Would a medicine ball work? I want one of those. It's fun to have them dropped on my stomach. You mentioned something else too, I can't remember what.

[waldingrl]

Would a medicine ball work? I want one of those. It's fun to have them dropped on my stomach. You mentioned something else too, I can't remember what.

Hmm.. I imagine it would, but I've never used it. I also mentioned chest flys - standing you put the free weights in front of you about stomach height and pull back contracting the muscles in your back (elbows are bent).

[acidburn]

Sounds like the style of medicine ball with handles molded into it would work best for that type of exercise so you can keep a solid grip on the ball.

This type:
http://store.titleboxing.com/titleboxing-everlast-double-handled-rubber-medicine-balls.html

[sail191912]

You could also try Yoga. Keeps your muscles limber and stress levels down. It's also good for strengthening your back and it doesn't have as much impact on the joints.

Weightloss probably isn't too fast with Yoga, so you can rotate it with Cardio (running) & Free weights.

[klitzy]

Losing weight is over-rated...I made some delicious chocolate chip cookies yesterday. They had 2 sticks of butter in them. I ate about 13 of them. Yay for quick metabolism.

[ariastar]

Losing weight is over-rated...I made some delicious chocolate chip cookies yesterday. They had 2 sticks of butter in them. I ate about 13 of them. Yay for quick metabolism.

Klitzy, fuck you. I've come down almost 200 pounds so far and only got so huge because of a high dose of prednisone for years that also screwed up my metabolism. Losing weight isn't overrated. Not only is there health, but you know whatguys say about girls. If one has even five extra pounds on her, guys, even geeks, slam her for being "fat." So this reply of yours is really cruel.

[phatlip12]

Klitzy, fuck you. I've come down almost 200 pounds so far and only got so huge because of a high dose of prednisone for years that also screwed up my metabolism. Losing weight isn't overrated. Not only is there health, but you know whatguys say about girls. If one has even five extra pounds on her, guys, even geeks, slam her for being "fat." So this reply of yours is really cruel.

I don't think he intended for it to be a jab at you. I think he was just saying loosing weight isn't a problem for him. I'm the same way, I can eat eat and eat and not gain a pound. I've always been the "skinny kid" which is much like being the "fat kid" if you really think about it.

If your BF now slams you for being "fat" then I would suggest you look for a new BF. You should be loved for the weight of your heart, not the number on the scale.

I can't speak for every guy in the world...but I can tell you I for one wouldn't call a girl that weighs more then me "fat". Unfortunately, in terms of a girls weight - what many call "fat" is actually healthy.

[klitzy]

Klitzy, fuck you. I've come down almost 200 pounds so far and only got so huge because of a high dose of prednisone for years that also screwed up my metabolism. Losing weight isn't overrated. Not only is there health, but you know whatguys say about girls. If one has even five extra pounds on her, guys, even geeks, slam her for being "fat." So this reply of yours is really cruel.

....Good for you. I still maintain my argument that losing weight is overrated.

[phatlip12]

....Good for you. I still maintain my argument that losing weight is overrated.

It's not overrated if trying to reach a "healthy" weight. Whats wrong with wanting to be healthy?

[klitzy]

I don't think he intended for it to be a jab at you. I think he was just saying loosing weight isn't a problem for him. I'm the same way, I can eat eat and eat and not gain a pound. I've always been the "skinny kid" which is much like being the "fat kid" if you really think about it.

If your BF now slams you for being "fat" then I would suggest you look for a new BF. You should be loved for the weight of your heart, not the number on the scale.

I can't speak for every guy in the world...but I can tell you I for one wouldn't call a girl that weighs more then me "fat". Unfortunately, in terms of a girls weight - what many call "fat" is actually healthy.

Exactly...

[xibalba]

I've always been the fat kid been saying I'm going to do something but never do. Suppose its time I really do though... Anyone thought of trying alli when it comes out, it is the only FDA approved weightloss drug.

[phatlip12]

I've always been the fat kid been saying I'm going to do something but never do. Suppose its time I really do though... Anyone thought of trying alli when it comes out, it is the only FDA approved weightloss drug.

I would avoid any kind of weight loss drugs. Especially if you haven't tried old fashioned dieting/exercising yet.

[xibalba]

I have tried those things but never get any results so I'm looking into other ways. I tried trimspa last year and lost 20 pounds in 2 months doing nothing what so ever.

[klitzy]

Just don't eat lunch....Does that not work for anyone?

[acidburn]

I have tried those things but never get any results so I'm looking into other ways. I tried trimspa last year and lost 20 pounds in 2 months doing nothing what so ever.

Have you tried joining a sporting club like martial arts, taking a group exercise class at a gym or hiring a personal trainer? For me, I need the extra motivation. Just going to the gym isn't enough and I get bored really fast.

[xibalba]

Never really thought about it one reason I hate being around people in general. I got all the equipment in the house to get a good work out. Just need to get on it and do something.

[njshadow]

Running is always good as well as weight lifting. But lately my favorite way of stayin' in shape is..........DDR. Yes, DDR. Dance Dance Revolution is soooo much fun and I'm getting extremely good at it. I even lost 5 lbs. :D Now I'm not really fat or anyhting but it's definitely a fun way to stay in shape.

[njshadow]

I have this song on my game (DDR Supernova) and lemme tell ya, it's a great workout! :D


http://youtube.com/watch?v=hPFGXavq2xk

[xibalba]

I got 550lbs of olympic style weights and 210lbs of regular weights to work with so I have plenty of room to start low and go as high as I want over time. :D
Also have treadmill, bike, and, resistence band thing like a bowflex but a generic brand. :D

[ariastar]

If your BF now slams you for being "fat" then I would suggest you look for a new BF. You should be loved for the weight of your heart, not the number on the scale.

I can't speak for every guy in the world...but I can tell you I for one wouldn't call a girl that weighs more then me "fat". Unfortunately, in terms of a girls weight - what many call "fat" is actually healthy.

Quite the opposite - he told me today that he prefers girls who aren't sticks.

[ariastar]

I've always been the fat kid been saying I'm going to do something but never do. Suppose its time I really do though... Anyone thought of trying alli when it comes out, it is the only FDA approved weightloss drug.

If it weren't $160 for 90 pills, three per day...

[ariastar]

I would avoid any kind of weight loss drugs. Especially if you haven't tried old fashioned dieting/exercising yet.

And if someone has?

[ariastar]

I have tried those things but never get any results so I'm looking into other ways. I tried trimspa last year and lost 20 pounds in 2 months doing nothing what so ever.

I have known several people who've tried TrimSpa, and not a single one has reported anything other than losing weight. I should try.

[masherscf]

Quite the opposite - he told me today that he prefers girls who aren't sticks.

If you want to be a stick, try anorexia. I'm not sure that running is a doorway to sticktatude unless you start running marathons or something. Three miles a day five times a week is good enough to put you in great cardiovascular condition. You'll look and feel healthier and you may even be slimmer. However, skin and bones you won't be.

Focus on being healthy, let your body find the proper balance.

[klitzy]

Quite the opposite - he told me today that he prefers girls who aren't sticks.

Great...than you shouldn't get so defensive if I say "I hate fat chicks, I like 'em skinny as a bone." You keep saying how "happy" you are with this dude so his opinion on your physical appearance is the only one that should matter.