I weight 125lbs and i want to go down to 105, what is the best way and the healthiest way to do it/?

Question

5'3, 20 yrs old, female

Answer 1

An age would help, but...

Try increasing your meals. 6 small ones a day, or 3 meals (not giant ones), and 3 snacks a day.

No fast food. Eat everything that is needed on the food chart. don't eat after 7 or 8. let your body use the fat on your body. excersize 30 mins a day. cut out junk food. drink tons of water. sometimes you think you are hungry but really you are thirsty

Answer 2

I'm sorry, but I am not understanding why you feel the need to have such an unrealistic goal, not to mention unnecessary. I understand if you have gained weight and used to be 105lb, but if you have never really been 105lb, then there is really not much point. I don't think it will benefit you healthwise or emotionally, even if you believe it will. Your weight is actually pretty good and I would not recommend going below 115lb in any event. This is much more easily achieveable and maintainable.

A few months ago I was going through the exact same thing. I'm 5ft2 and 120lb, and I was desparate to be 100lb, because I thought that I would be happier being skinny. Trust me, it won't change anything (except the fact that you will be all skin and bones) and I'm glad to say that I have had reality check and am now not going to lose more than 10lb and I don't think you should lose more than 10lb either. Take care : )

Answer 3

My ideas? Try to do 200 minutes of cardio a week. Remember fat does not turn into muscle, so you need to lose your fat while putting on muscle. Work hard, but don't over 60 minutes at a time. Do planks and other abs exercises on alternate days.

On training days, do 5-10 minutes of cardio to warm up, then do your weight training. Do 30 to 60 minutes more of cardio, then go home.

The best time to eat is just after your workout within an hour when your metabolism is raging. For your muscles, incorporate some isolated soy protein or whey protein. Whey is more potent but the soy tastes better!

Don't look at your scale as the be all and end all, but get a measuring tape to check your progress, and that will show more tangible results.

Read magazines like Shape, Womens Fitness, Fitness, etc to get tips and to stay motivated.

Good luck and stick at it. This plan has lost me 20 lbs in 12 weeks so far, just go for it!

Answer 4

Hi Smile!

The best way to do this is to keep your calories at or below 1500 per day counting EVERYTHING. Try to consume five meals of about 300 calories each to keep your energy / metabolism levels high and burning fat.

Avoid going out to eat at all costs. It is a diet buster.

Next, stay active. You don't have to work out like a maniac, just stay active. Walk the dog, shop, hike, play games, play with kids, dance, etc.

Lastly, try to find someone knowledgeable to encourage you in your weight loss pursuit. It is much easier to row, if someone is in the boat with you.

If you do all this, you should expect to lose between 1-2 pounds per week on average. If you stay really active it will be faster, slower if less active.

I believe this answers your question, but if not, you may email me.

Good luck on your diet and fitness goals!

Trainer Gregg
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"You can achieve anything you set your mind on."

Answer 5

how tall are you...if your short like 5 feet then 105 is a good weight but if your taller then your body probably looks pretty good. But the best way to lose weight is eating enough protein (about 100 grams a day) and eating lots of fruit and vegetables

Answer 6

My advice: don't. 125 is a healthy weight for someone who is 5'3". Depending on her frame structure, someone who is 5'3" should weigh between 111 and 147 pounds. You're right in the middle.

If you were to lose weight and weigh 105 pounds, you would be at an unhealthy weight. Remember: being UNDERWEIGHT is just as bad for your body as being OVERWEIGHT is.

Answer 7

You can 1. have 6 small meals a day
2.drink atleast 64oz of water a day
3.include low fat dairy product and fruit in the snacks
4. do pilates regularly at home to tone your body
5. Exercise for 30mnts (atleast) in the morning
I have recently lost 12 lbs by doing this!
Good luck

Answer 8

Getting rid of belly fat (or fat in general) is 60% diet, 30% exercise, and 10% mental thought. You must eat the right foods, exercise more often than you don't. Meaning at least four days a week, burning more calories than you consume. Also, thinking positive thoughts about yourself and not putting yourself down.

Portion control is key. You don't want to overeat.
A portion should be the size of your fist. You should have one portion of carb and protein per meal. A portion size for fat is a handful.

Carbohydrates:
Apples, Bananas, Blueberries, Raspberries, Strawberries, Mangos, Pineapple, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Celery, Carrots, Broccoli, Asparagus, Green Beans, Sweet Potatoes, Corn, Steel Cut Oatmeal, Whole "Grain" Bread.

Protein: Salmon, Tuna, Halibut, Chicken Breats, Lean Ground Tukey, Turkey Breasts, Protein Powder, Protein Bars (Power Crunch Bar, Cliff Builder Bar) You don't want a high calorie, high fat, high sugar bar. The two I listed are good ones, and they taste great too!

Fat: Organic Peanut Butter, "Raw" Almonds or Walnuts, Balsalmic Vinagerette Dressing. (Just a handful of nuts, with your breakfast, lunch, dinner.) Fats help with digestion.

You want to have 4-5 small meals per day. 2-3 hours apart.
You will never go hungry and your metobolism will not slow down this way! Stop eating 2-3 hours before bed. (Also, get 8 hours of sleep if possible, this is also a major key to losing belly fat)!

Meal Planning: (Preperation is key)

Meal 1: Protein, Carb, Fat (1 bottle of WATER)!
Meal 2: Protein shake or bar (A glass of WATER)!
Meal 3: Protein, Carb, Fat (1 bottle of WATER)!
Meal 4: Protein shake or bar (A glass of WATER)!
Meal 5: Protein, Carb, Fat (1 bottle of WATER)!

Remember to drink half of your weight in oz of water per day.
(ex: 120lbs = drink 60oz. of water per day.)

Exercise: (Do this in whatever ruitine suits you best).

Mon- light weights upper body, 30-60 min cardio, abs
Tue- cardio 60 minutes (Power Walk, Run, Elyptical, etc.)
Wed- light weights lower body, 20-30 min cardio, abs
Thu- cardio 60 minutes (Power Walk, Run, Elyptical, etc.)
Fri- light weights upper body, 30-60 min cardio, abs
Sat- cardio 60 minutes (Power Walk, Run, Elyptical, etc.)

It's very important to sign up to a gym, it offers more motivation and try not to be shy about it. Also, when working out, get enough sleep so your body can repair itself!

This is my plan that I have made after doing research. It has worked for me, and I've helped friends lose weight this way!
You have to stick with it and make it a lifestyle. Only eat junk food in moderation. Eventually you won't even crave junk food. I say anything in a bag, box, or container is what's going to keep you from attainig your goal. Keep it natural!
GOOD LUCK!

Answer 9

Eat properly. Cut out all sugar, fried food, and high fat foods. Add some exercise and you'll lose weight that way.

Answer 10

i lost sum weight by cuting out all fats in my food and eating 3 healthy meals a day which consited of carbs and protien e.g. fish/chicken with potatoes/rice with veg/salad. no junk just carbs and protien. drink pleanty of water and try to exercise as much as you can. i know thats what everyone says but it works. trust me...