A Few Ways To Break A Weight Loss Plateau

March 5th, 2009

Weight loss plateaus are the bain of every dieters existence. There is nothing more frustrating than doing everything that you are ‘meant’ to do but for whatever reason the weight loss just stops. Before we get into how you can smash through your weight loss plateau it is important to determine if you have plateaued OR perhaps you haven’t actually been following your diet and/or training program.

The first step is to do a gut check and make sure your compliance to your diet program is where it needs to be. If you haven’t been 90% compliant then stop reading this article and get back to focusing on doing what you actually said you were going to do. If you have been sticking to your program but have stopped losing weight then we have a problem.

Homeostasis.

The human body is all about achieving homeostasis, so what we need to do is shake things up and get our systems un-homeostatic (not sure if that is a real word). Here are 4 ways that you can disrupt homeostasis and blast through your weight loss plateau. You aren’t meant to do all of them instead just pick one at time.

1. Increase Calories for 7-10 Days This doesn’t mean go off your diet. Instead, increase your calories (no more than 500 calories per day), mainly from carbohydrates to give your system a ‘break’ from calorie restriction. After the 7-10 day period cut your calories back down and your weight loss will start back up. This strategy works well if you have been dieting for a long time.

2. Crank Up the Intensity Often times we find ourselves perpetually dieting and can just never seem to get those last 10 pounds off. In these situations cranking up the intensity on all fronts (diet and training) for a set amount of time is a great way to blast through a weight loss plateau. With this method we are basically shocking your system out of homeostasis.

3. Change Your Training Program Sticking to the same training program for too long used to be a very common problem. Now with all the training resources on the Internet, being on a program for too long isn’t an issue for many people (but it may be for you). You need to be switching up your program (set, reps, exercises, how many days a week you train, etc) every 4-6 weeks.

4. Reduce Your Carbs This tip is the opposite of the first one, but works just as well. Dropping your carbs down to a ketogenic level will strong-arm your system into using fat as its primary fuel source. This metabolic fuel switch works best if your carbs aren’t too low already (>100g/d). To further enhance the effect of this technique use the induction protocol where you eat 20g/d of carbs or less for 2 weeks.

Weight loss plateaus are frustrating but don’t let them discourage you or stop you from reaching your goal. If you have truly reached a plateau pick one of the techniques above and put it into action. When you hit another plateau, pick another one. Continue doing this until you have reached your goal. Remember that for the most part weight loss is not a linear process. Plateaus are a normal physiological occurrence but using the strategies in this article you can beat temporary weight loss homeostasis and achieve the body you want.
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Warp Speed Fat Loss is a complete 28 day diet and training system crafted to help you lose 10,15, or 20lbs of body fat in just 28 day. To start losing weight fast visit weight loss fast. Mike Roussell is a nutrition doctoral student at Pennsylvania State University. Mike’s writings can be found in magazines such as Men’s Health, Men’s Fitness, and Testosterone Nation. Mike specializes in fat loss nutrition and diets for busy men and women who need to lose weight fast without it interfering with their lives. Warp Speed Fat Loss is a complete Done-for-You A-Z Fat Loss Blueprint that gives you exactly everything you need to eat to lose weight in record time.

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Child Weight Loss And The Greedy Gene

January 30th, 2009

Hi Chris here, I think we seriously should start thinking about child weight loss,  was you aware that around 30% of kids in the USA up to the age of 16 are overweight or obese which in it self is not to good, but even worse is around the corner,  if nothing is done about this major problem by the year 2010, 50% of children in the USA will be overweight or obese, that is half of the child population. Another fact is 70% oboist teenagers retain their overweight and obese condition even during their adulthood.

Recently scientists at a top University in the UK have uncovered further evidence that gluttony could be genetic. Researchers studied 131 kids, aged four and five, who were offered a plate of cookies right after eating a meal. They found that children who kept on eating cookies were more likely to have versions of a gene that has been linked to eating when full and being overweight.

Previous research carried out at the University had shown that the FTO genes linked to larger body size. A leading child weight loss Professor at the University believes the research tells them more about how some children are responsive to signals in their bodies, encouraging them to eat when full, then others.

Knowing how the genes work is the first step to minimising these negative effects.” The Professor added: “The occasional treat won´t do us any harm. But this study showed that some children don´t know when to stop, which could lead to the onset of obesity and a lifetime of health problems.

We all know the best way to maintain a healthy body weight is to eat a diet with lots of fibre, vegetables and fruit as well as keeping portion sizes down and being physically active.”

Research has also shown that obesity increases the risk of cancer of the bowel, womb, kidney and post-menopausal breast cancer.

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Thanks for reading,

Chris


How To Lose Your Beer Belly.

January 22nd, 2009

Hi Chris here, if your anything like me and you like to have a few pints (litres) of beer a couple times a week does it freak you out that your belly starts to bloat and albeit you are eating healthy food that belly just seems to be getting  bigger.

Now if you watch this video below and listen to this guy Mike Roussell, you could carry on with a few pints and not have to worry about that beer belly,  or you can ignore his advice and end up looking like you are about to give birth. Ok I admit you could ignore all the advice leave this page and give up enjoying your few pints of beer but come on do you really want to give up ?? Take a look at the video and then you can make that decision……

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The Only Way To Lose Weight Without Dieting Or Exercise

January 20th, 2009

Hi Chris here ,today I am going to show you a way of losing weight without exercise or dieting, basically you can eat what you want when you want and how you want and of course forget exercising.

Watch the video and find out how :

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO

DO YOU REALLY THINK IT WOULD BE THAT EASY?

Ok there is a serious message to this, that is do not believe every thing you see in these magazines with all these perfect model size figures.

If you watched the video all the way through you can understand what I mean, so when you look in the mirror and you see a little bit of fat here and there don´t worry about it you are probably like most of these models in the magazines just you cannot have done to you what they have done to them before the magazine is published. Just remember though anyone that tells you that weight can be lost without dieting or exercise is probably a techno wizard for a magazine or daily paper.

One of the true best ways to lose weight is here: CLICK HERE

Thanks for reading (and watching)

Chris
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The Nine Day Liver Detox

January 10th, 2009

Feeling the effects of all that Christmas and New Year booze? Give yourself a nine-day liver detox that could leave you slimmer, glowing and full of energy for the new year.

January is the month when all the boozing,late nights and the over eating finally catches up with us. We drag ourselves around,perhaps pledging “never” to drink again, or to abstain for a while and tackle our sagging health.

It is quite common for people to panic at this time of year because they may be feeling really groggy and struggling to perform. The majority of people are usually functioning well below their potential because their body is overloaded with toxins from the food and drink they take in.

But when that regular unhealthy overload is exceeded over the festive period it can be either become a crisis or something that´s difficult to ignore any longer.

To help your body recover safely and possibly put you on the road to a healthier relationship with your liver for life here is a nourishing detox which provides your liver with everything it needs to clean up your body in just nine days.

I think I need a liver detox

I think I need a liver detox

How Toxic Are You

Find out if you need a liver detox with the 9-Day plan using this quick checklist.

  1. Do you often suffer from headaches?
  2. Do you often get itchy,sticky eyes or eyelids?
  3. Do you have dark circles under your eyes?
  4. Do you ever suffer with itchy ears,earache or ear infections?
  5. Do you suffer from excessive mucus, a stuffy nose or sinus problems?
  6. Do you suffer from acne, skin rashes or hives?
  7. Do you sweat a lot or have strong body odour?
  8. Do you get bad hangovers?
  9. Do you suffer from bloating?
  10. Does coffee leave you feeling jittery or unwell?

If you answered yes to three or more of these questions you are likely to benefit from following the plan.

Before starting any new diet always consult your GP.

FIVE HABITS TO MAKE

Drink eight glasses of water a day. Have a glass of water when you wake up and one with each meal and have more if you are exercising.Always have a glass of water with coffee or an alcoholic drink.

Drink bottled water labelled “natural mineral water” as this will be free of pesticides or nitrates.

Boost your antioxidants by loading up on fruit and veg - ideally seven servings a day - which work in unison to banish damaging liver toxins.

Have a piece of fruit with breakfast , two as snacks, plus two servings of vegetables twice a day, with main meals and include the most potent protectors in your diet. These are pomegranates, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, raspberries, plums, oranges, red grapes, cherries, kiwis or grapefruit. The best vegetables are cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, sprouts, beetroot or avocado.

Take regular exercise. Exercise stimulates your lymphatic system, which carries waste to the liver for detoxification. You need to exercise every other day. Anything that gets you moving - even a brisk walk - is fine, but exercises including breathing techniiques such as yoga are especially effective.

AND FIVE TO BREAK

Allow your body a break from alcohol´s toxins. As well as the effect on your liver, alcohol will strip your body of the nutrients - especially the B vitamins - essential for good detoxification.

The liver has to work harder to break down caffeine leaving it with less power to work on other toxins. If your tea or coffee intake is high, cut down before detoxing to reduce withdrawal headaches.

Saturated and hydrogenated fats are difficult to digest and slow to detoxify clogging your liver. These should be substituted for essential Omega 3 and 6 fats.

Milk is the most common food intolerance. During the detox, swap to rice, almond or soya milk/yoghurt. Instead of butter have non-hydrogenated vegetable spreads or no-sugar nut/seed butter.

Wheat contains gluten, a protein tough on your digestive tract which often gets treated like a toxin. Substitute wheat, spelt, rye, barley or kamut for oats, buckwheat, corn, maize, millet, quinoa or rice.

DAILY MENU TO BOOST YOUR LIVER

As well as eating nutritious meals, it is recommended to use a supplement plan to help the liver and the gut, and reduce the amount of toxins entering the bloodstream:

  • Probiotics:One at breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Glutamine powder: One teaspoon last thing at night.
  • High-potency multivitamin: One at breakfast and lunch.
  • Liver support formula : One at breakfast and lunch.
  • Vitamin C 1g: One at breakfast and lunch.
  • Essential fats(EPA, DHA, GLA): One at breakfast.

Starting the day with a healthy meal is vital to kick start your metabolism, especially when you are detoxing. If you have no time or inclination for breakfast, go for a smoothie, or enjoy it as an afternoon snack.

I hope you enjoyed this article on the 9 day liver detox if you would like to find out about a complete body detox click here.

Cheers

Chris

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One-Minute Cure For Healing Virtually All Diseases

January 9th, 2009

Hi

Chris here,  first and foremost I would like to wish all my readers a happy new year and hope you stay with me in 2009 as I hope to bring you lots of more informative articles,help and advice this coming year.

With all the colds and flu going about at the moment and also the tragic death of John Travoltas son from a rare disease called kawasaki syndrome,  take a look at this interesting article.

John Travolta with son Jett.

John Travolta with son Jett.

Now if you´re like most people in the world you have probably been affected by disease in one way or another. Either you have suffered from disease yourself or someone you care about is (or has been) a victim of a devastating disease or maybe worse still died from it.

QUESTION: Did you know that there is a simple therapy that has been scientifically proven to prevent and cure virtually all diseases from minor ones like the flu to incurable and life threatening ones like cancer,aids even alzheimer´s disease.

HINT: This one minute therapy, which anyone can easily self administer at home, is being deliiberately suppressed in the US, while more than 15,000 European doctors have been using it to heal millions of patients.

Discover this one-minute cure that the don’t want  you to know about by going to: One Minute Cure

All the best for 2009

Chris


Bet She Forgot To Look In The Mirror Before She Came Out.

January 4th, 2009
Funny Place To Keep Your Shopping Bags

Funny Place To Keep Your Shopping Bags

Obviously this young lady forgot to look in the mirror before she went out, have you checked out your backside in the mirror lately ?

Is it beginning to look a bit larger than usual ?

I think I have a solution for you Click This Link for more info don´t end up with shopping bags down your pants. lol

Cheers

Chris


It´s Here The Flat Belly Diet Book

December 31st, 2008

Hi, Chris here from weight loss fast,

Its a beginning of another new year and people across the nation are engaging in a time-honored tradition –making the new years resolution to lose weight. Every year sees its own crop of hip new diet plans (remember Atkins? The South Beach? The Zone?); this year’s frontrunner looks likely to be Liz Vaccariello’s Flat Belly Diet, delightfully subtitled A Flat Belly is About Food & Attitude.

Overall, the Flat Belly Diet has all the hallmarks of a diet fad getting ready to take off: it is simple to follow and provides enough detailed instructions to allow busy people to follow it with little effort; it encourages eating healthy, low fat foods; it includes inspirational true stories of real-looking people (not size 0 supermodels) who have succeeded on the plan; it emphasizes a positive attitude and includes journal sections for dieters to include their progress as well as their feelings about the whole thing.

These books will certainly be hot this month so if you need to lose that belly beat the hordes and click on the books before they are all sold.

Happy New Year

Chris

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