Wednesday, January 03, 2007

Rapid Weight Loss Techniques

By Dr. Alan Jenks

Other than physical appearance weight affects a person in many ways.
This could be overall quality of life, self-esteem, depression, health risks,
and physical incapabilities. There are a lot of positive changes that happen
once a person experiences weight loss. It is for this reason why a lot of
people are searching for a weight loss technique that will surely trim down
those fats and get a super slim head turner body.

The first thing that an overweight person should do is take some initial
measurements of overall size. Having a place to start is essential, as it allows
you to better prepare for setting goals. You need to also look at what you eat,
how you move and what you think. Identifying how you do these three things
are essential if you are going to change your habits

Here are fast tips that can change an over-weight's life:

First: Fast weight loss composes of a multi-faceted technique that consists of
mindset, exercise, and proper food consumption. Begin by learning
a diet food plan that can easily be accustomed with. Incorporate an exercise
plan that allows even at least fifteen minutes a day like brisk walking,
running, swimming, and dancing.

Second: Set realistic goals. The ability to focus and have a proper
mindset enables someone on a diet to quickly lose those extra pounds. With
discipline and proper mind set, a dieter will never be discouraged and lose focus.

Third: Listen as the body speaks. Each and everyone's body metabolism reacts
differently to different fast weight loss programs and plans. Try substituting
one program for another to compensate the body's reaction. An exercise program must
be suitable to one's body. If walking is all that can be done, then walk. Muscles
burn more calories than fats so it's also best to put on a little muscle and looking good too.

Fourth: Eat more fiber for it makes a person full sooner and stays in the tummy
longer, slowing down the rate of digestion is a great way to encourage fast weight
loss. A single serving of whole grain bread moves fat through the digestive system faster. Grains turn into blood sugar that
spikes the body's insulin level. Thus, making the body more energized and ready to
tell the body when it should stop burning fats or start storing.

Fifth: Keep away from fried foods especially deep-fried as this contain a great amount
of fat. Although fish and chicken appear leaner than beef, this white meat can contain
more fat than when a beef is fried. It is recommended for those on strict diet to opt
for grilled food as this does not have or contain less amount of fat after the food is
cooked.

Sixth: Take in lots of fluid. Drinking at least six to eight glasses of water a day
keeps the body refreshed. Since weight loss depends on how the body eliminates body
wastes, the body must stay hydrated.

All in all, discipline and consistency is still the best practice and the key to
rapid weight loss success. Light dieting, workout, and the right amount of supplementation
applied in a regular way everyday will result in faster weight loss.