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Reduce Stomach Fat with the Truth About Abs?

Posted on June 2, 2011 by admin| 24 Comments

Here is my story.

I did write an official review about  the Truth About Six Pack Abs which gives the pros and the cons but I wanted to give a more personal take on the program since I did buy it and use it myself to reduce stomach fat.

So this is my *unofficial* review of the Truth About Abs without all the normal stuff you usually get in a review (but if you what to read the official review, you can read it here).

I had been in fairly decent shape most of my life and played sports. Basically my family and friends considered me to be athletic.  As I got older, life came with new responsibilities which meant I had less free time to workout, play sports, bike, etc.

I soon discovered I was gaining weight, especially in the stomach, which I did not like. I was becoming more self conscious because my clothes were getting tighter and there was no way I was buying bigger sizes. So I tried to be better about working out and eating healthier, but dieting was never really my thing. I preferred to stay in shape by exercising.

Finally I decided I needed a plan. I knew how to workout but I wanted something different and more structured. Plus if I paid for it, I knew I would use it. That is how I found the Truth About Six Pack Abs which turned out to be my solution to reduce stomach fat.

The Truth About Six Pack Abs seemed real. It outright said you had to work to lose weight and it was not for lazy people looking for the miracle cure. I liked that because I never bought into the whole magic fat burner fad of the moment.

I got the Truth About Abs and started the workouts. I saw results pretty quickly and kept on going. I really liked all the options the system gave me. I always felt like I was getting a great workout and even learned some new surprising ways to reduce stomach fat.

I lost the weight and didn’t have to do tons of sit ups. Actually I didn’t have to do any sit ups. There are so many other ab exercises that I wasn’t even aware of before. I continue to use the workouts and never get bored with the routines.

Thanks for reading my story of how I was able to successfully lose weight and if you want to check out the Truth About Abs, you can visit the official site here: www.TruthAboutAbs.com

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How Many Calories a Day to Lose Weight

Posted on July 31, 2010 by admin| 53 Comments

Do you ever wonder how many calories a day to lose weight? First you need to figure out how many calories you burn daily.

To figure this out, you need to calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) then multiply your BMR based on your activity level to determine what your body burns as you go about your business each day.

This is the magic number you use to then add any extra calories burned and/or subtract the calories you eat that day.

So grab a calculator and lets walk through your calculation now.

BMR Formula for Women:
655 + (4.35 x weight in lbs) + (4.7 x height in inches) – (4.7 x age in yrs)

BMR Formula for Men:

66 + (6.23 x weight in lbs) + (12.7 x height in inches) – (6.8 x age in yrs)

After you get your BMR, then you need to take into account your activity level to determine your total daily calorie needs.

Multiply your BMR by the appropriate activity factor, as follows:

Sedentary (little or no exercise ): BMR x 1.2
Lightly active (light exercise/sports 1-3 days/wk): BMR x 1.375
Moderately active (moderate exercise/sports 3-5 days/wk): BMR x 1.55
Very active (hard exercise/sports 6-7 days/wk): BMR x 1.725
Extra active (very hard exercise/sports/physical job or 2x training): BMR x 1.9

Now you have the number of calories you burn each day based on your individual factors and activity level.

To lose weight, you want to eat less than that final number, HOWEVER, one tip for you — it is best to vary your calorie intake so your body doesn’t get used to the same amount everyday, even if you go over your BMR # on some days.

Ex. BMR = 1500, alternate between 1000-1900 something like this:
Day 1 eat 1200 calories
Day 2 eat 1700 calories
Day 3 eat 1000 calories
Day 4 eat 1900 calories
Day 5 eat 1100 calories

Psst…Weight Loss Strategy Secret
Try to stay in a range, but make a point of not doing too many low days in row because your body goes into storage mode – it thinks it is not going to get enough calories, this in turn lowers your metabolism, so you burn less fat. By mixing it up, and even having a high day thrown in here and there, you are keeping your body guessing so it does not get accustomed to the same exact amount each day.

If you are trying to lose weight by drastically cutting calories, your body will be working against you as it stores calories thinking it is not getting enough food. I know it sounds weird, but eating more can actually help you lose weight in some instances.

How Many Calories a Day to Lose Weight Examples

So how many caloires a day to lose weight? Well, 1 pound = 3600 calories.

If you take your BMR, then add any workout calories burned and subtract your food intake, you are left with either the excess calories you burned, the amount you went over, or if you get zero, then you burned exactly what you ate for the day.

Lost weight example:
BMR + Workout calories burned – Food intake
2000(BMR) + 300(Workout) – 1900(Food) = 400 calories under

Gained weight example:
BMR + Workout calories burned – Food intake
2000(BMR) + 200(Workout) – 2500(Food) = 300 caloires over

Maintained weight example:
BMR + Workout calories burned – Food intake
1800(BMR) + 300(Workout) – 2100(Food) = 0 calories

Once you have hit 3600, you have lost a pound. Now keep in mind, some days you may be under and others you may be over, so how long it takes and how many calories a day to lose weight will vary based on what you eat and what you do.

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Free 3 Day Detox Diet

Posted on July 25, 2010 by admin| 118 Comments

A 3 day detox diet consisting of fruit is a simple, convenient plan for beginners. This is a plan I actually followed and was able to lose 9 lbs over 3 days. Depending on your will power and level of attachment to food, this 3 day detox diet may be a good starting point before you dive into a stricter, longer term plan. Some fruit detox plans require you to pick one fruit and only eat that all day. The plan below allows for more variation by eating any of the fruits from the list thereby making it a more acheivable plan for a first time detox.

3 Day Detox Diet Details

1. You can eat as much as you want from this list of fruits. The idea is to eat until you are full and eat any time you get hungry during the day.

Fruits:

  • Citrus fruits (grapefruit, oranges, lemon, lime)
  • Melons (watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew)
  • Kiwi
  • Pineapple
  • Grapes
  • Apples
  • Pears
  • Berries (strawberry, blueberry, raspberry,blackberry)

2. Drink water only.

3. Do not exercise while detoxing s

ince you will not be eating the necessary carbohydrates which provide your body with the energy needed for working out.

3 Day Detox Diet – Expectations & Tips

One side effect for those who regularly consume caffeine and sugar on a daily basis is headaches. To lessen potential headaches, drink plenty of water to stay well hydrated.

Day one is going to be the hardest and you will probably be hungry at the end of the day, even if you eat tons of fruit.

Once you get past the first day, you should see some results on the scale as inspiration for the next 2 days.

Your energy level should be good, but you still want to take it easy and not do anything strenuous for the 3 days. You can go back to your regular workout routine after the detox. If you absolutely need to do some light exercise, limit it to walking.

Taking It to the Next Level

Once you have completed this 3 day detox diet, you can check out some longer duration ones with stricter dietary requirements. There are plenty of them out there to fit what you are looking for in a detox. A couple popular ones are Top Secret Fat Loss Secret and The Master Cleanse.

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Detox for Weight Loss

Posted on July 25, 2010 by admin| 2 Comments

What Is Detox?

Detox, also known as cleansing, is the process of ridding your body of toxins, waste buildup and parasites. Many people will do a detox for weight loss either to take off some quick pounds before a diet or once they have reached a plateau during a diet, whereas others will practice detoxing as part of a regular regime.

The theory behind a detox is that processed foods contain chemicals which get stored inside your body and will cause you to be fat. When you detoxify your body, you not only get rid of the toxic chemicals, but you will also lose weight.

Detox for Weight Loss – The Basics

A detox can consist of a special drink mixture, pills, herbs and/or a combination of raw foods.

The length of a detox can vary from 1 day to a few weeks depending on the plan you choose.

Some detox plans may be more difficult to follow. There are plans where you only drink a special mixture which provides specific nutrients to keep you body running properly.

Other plans may have only fruits, vegetables or a combination of both. All plans typically require you to drink lots of water.

It is recommended that you do not exercise while doing a detox. Since your food intake is decreased, you will not be feeding your body the fuel (carbohydrates) it needs to workout. If you absolutely must do something, then your exercise level should be limited to nothing more than light activity such as walking.

The detox plan you chose will have a specific list of foods and drinks that you will be consuming for the duration of the plan. Below is a generic list of items that typically fall into the good and bad to give you an idea of what you can expect.

Detox for Weight Loss – Typical Foods

  • Water
  • Vegetables
  • Fruits
  • Certain Herbs
  • Organic foods
  • Whole unprocessed food
  • Green tea

Detox for Weight Loss – What to Avoid

  • Caffeine
  • Sugar
  • Alcohol
  • Processed & Refined foods
  • Tobacco products
  • Drugs

Detox for Weight Loss – Benefits

Completing a detox not only leave you feeling revitalized but will also help you shed some pounds if you stick to the eating requirements of the plan. Some other common benefits from a detox are:

  • Weight Loss (of course!)
  • More Energy
  • Clearer Skin
  • Better Nutrient Absorption
  • Improved Digestion
  • Reduced Bloating

So even if your main goal is to detox for weight loss, there are many other positive outcomes in addition to losing weight. If this is the first one, you may want to try a plan that is less strict and lasts a shorter amount of time. A good beginner’s detox is a 3 day fruit detox plan which allows you to eat normal food.

To see the fruit detox plan details, check out page 2 of Detox for Weight Loss right here: Free Detox Plan

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