Im Having Troubles Losing Weight... Tips?

Question

im 16 and i weight 160 lbs im 5"2 or 3 and im having hard times cutting out my CRAVINGs and need some tips on how to lose weight at home and i have saw a health person but they didnt help they just told me my BMI and weight me. (we dont have a dietian in my town) How did u stop your cravings? and how many sit ups do you do? day or/and night? What kind of excersises do you do? I have DDR too(anyone lose weight doing DDR post tips!)

How many sit ups should i do at night and morning?

When you Say Cardio or Weight Training what do you have to do?

thx everyone for your support tomorrow im gunna stick with it! lol

Answer 1

I find that 2x 20 min BRISK walks at least 5 days a week helps a lot. I walk before work and after work (in your case it would be before and after school).

As for cravings... if your problem is sweet things, I completely understand. I have a serious sugar addiction and for the first few weeks of going cold turkey, you'll get A LOT of headaches. Just make sure these sweets/junk are not accessible to you. Eat as often as you can, but make all the eating HEALTHY (e.g. fruit & veg) and snack-size. This will speed up your metabolism.

Eat dinner EARLY, drink lots of water and keep up the protein (lean meats or if you're veggo like me, tofu & legumes) & iron (dark green veggies).

If you have a glass of water before meals, you will feel full after eating small portions.

If you want to email me, I'm happy to help you out or stick to a routine with you, for support. I lost 15-20 kg's last year and have managed to keep it of... I'm only 5" and am hoping to lose at least another 5 to have a healthy BMI.

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Good luck! x

Answer 2

I was overweight most of my life until about 2yrs ago when I started to loose weight. I decided that I wasn't going to "diet" but that I was going to change my eating habits and make an honest attempt to exercise.
I started having smaller portions of what I wanted to eat instead of eating until I couldn't breathe. Then I decided to eat lots of small meals/snacks throughout the day instead of 3 big meals (I also try NEVER to skip breakfast even though I hate it). I also try not to eat after 8pm but there are some days when that just can't be helped. When those days come up, I eat yogurt, a popsicle, grapes or something with low carbs and sugar to fulfill my craving (starving yourself is the worst thing you could do because eventually you will cave in and overeat. Just remember that if that does happen, don't beat yourself up over it. Learn from it, try to figure out what caused it, and then get back on the wagon). Oh, also, I don't eat fast food, beef or pork. I'm not saying to cut out meat but watch your intake and food choices when dining out. Remember: you can always take some home. Try to save half of your food right away when eating out by asking for a doggie bag. This will keep you from eating it all in one sitting.
When it comes to exercise, you have to do it. I started out going to the gym 5-6 days a week when I first made up my mind to get healthy but only because I could get a gym membership for less money!!! You need a goal, something to look forward to. Without that, you won't accomplish much. I always try to focus on going to the gym or exercising often rather than staying forever when I do go.
These are just some of the tips I can give you. Oh, I am a bit of an introvert so I didn't use anyone but often, a buddy is a good way to go. Someone else will keep you motivated and eager to work out.
Good luck and remember that one bad day doesn't mean you blew it...get right back on that horse and keep riding!!! :)

Answer 3

Losing weight is basic: you need to eat less calories than you burn. That's the bottom line - then it's getting to it. Losing weight too quickly, by stopping eating and overexercising or doing an extreme quickie diet, is not good. You'll stop and it'll all come back - I promise.

Start looking at your food choices. If you eat junk, you know where the weight comes from. Sorry, it's true. Try substitions, it's the fastest way of working with your cravings. Realize if you want sweet or salty and then substitute something healthy. For example, sweets...instead of ice cream, try a low/no fat yogurt (try a thicker kind) with sweetner (sugar free). Or make a fruit salad and sprinkle some splenda on it for more "sugary" taste - even add some dream whip or no fat cool whip - not a LOT, a tablespoon. If you like veggies, you can make nice dips with salad dressing mixes (go for low/no fat) and instead of mayo or sour cream substitue Kraft Fat Free Mayo or plain nonsweetened fat free yogurt. It seriously works. You get the drift.

I know everyone tells you to drink more. You should. In itself, it does make you lose weight but it can help. Drink low/no calorie sugar free beverages: Crystal Light, tea, coffee, water. Note: Starbucks etc. is not going to help at 400 calories a pop! The more you do this, the more you'll get used to it and build great habits to make it a snap in the future. Also, tip: drink a glass of crystal light or water before each meal...it'll make you feel full faster so you'll eat less.

And give yourself a break. Indulge in a cheat day once a week so you don't feel deprived. Eat as healthy and low fat/sugar as possible during the week. On your cheat day, don't overdo it and gorge yourself. But have the burger and fries that day. Have fish, lean chicken, etc with veggies the rest of the week.

It's also important - and the quickest way - to move around. If you want to exercise, that's great. Go to the gym, do work out tapes, etc. Or just try to walk/move around more - go for a 30 min walk if you can - after dinner for example. Incorporate it into your daily life - if you only need to go up one or two floors, use the stairs instead of the elevator if you can. Even take a dance class (with friends maybe) if you can find it in your town...it's a fun way to move without feeling like you are "working out."

Every single calorie counts to getting you feeling great.

Good luck.

Answer 4

Heey gurl whats up ?;p three words: '' 3 HOUR DIET'' its amazing on how you cut those cravings forever and lose weight without feeling hungry! a simple concept : eat every 3 hours.. sounds too good to be true right ?;p but thats not it its really based on when u eat and u should eat EXACTLY every 3 hours and breakfast should be 1 hr after waking exactly .. because you're breaking your fast and u need 2 feed ur body ! if u dont your body goes into '' starvation protection mechanism '' its like ur body thinks that ur going to starve your self and burns your precious mucsel and holds on every bit of your fat !! frustrating.. i know so the plan is :
6:00 wake up
7:00 BF should be 400 cals.
10:00 SNACK 100 cals
1:00 LUNCH 400 cals
4:00 SNACK 100 cals
7:00 DINNER 400 cals
after dinner .. 50 calorie treat ! YES treat yourself for your day effort :) and you'll lose 1-2 pounds of FAT a week. you'll only need probably 15 minutes a day of exercise, dance or clean your room or walk or whatever. if u need more info I'll be here (i hope)

Answer 5

Eat less, burn off more. Go for walks, long walks. Work up a sweat. Don't emotional eat, i.e. eat when you're sad, angry, agitated. Not good. Eat portioned foods, exercise to burn it off. Takes time, like several weeks to months. No diet pill works. They give you health problems and take your money. Don't starve yourself or puke up food, you won't lose any weight that way, anyway. You'll just be bloated in the hands, feet and face.
Just be smart about it. Practice common sense at all times.
Good luck.

Answer 6

People shouldnt be mean! The girl is trying...Heads up to ya!

I would get some sandwich bags, and make baggies of 100 calorie snacks. That way you dont have the bag it came in and eat it all. (Take it from me, it happens.)

If you like to dance, thats a great way to lose weight. Dance for 30 minutes a day.

If you drive, or if not....park away from the doors so you have to walk farther. It helps to. If your dropped off, do the same.

I wish you luck. I to am on my weight loss journey.

Answer 7

Drink at least 64 ounces of a water daily, don't eat carbs after dinner, and don't drink Diet Soda thinking it is better for you. As far as exercise goes 1.cardio 2. resistance training 3. Try to sleep 7-8 hours daily.

Answer 8

Talk to your doctor. Weight Watchers, or get a diabetics diet from your doctor.

Eat less. Measure your portions (what seems like a portion may actually be 2 or 3). Exercise every day - cardio and/or strength training. Even if it's just up and down a flight of stairs to get started.

When you get cravigngs eat something low fat - pickles, fruit, lettuce, celery.... they will become fewer and fewer. You just have to ride it out.

Answer 9

if you want to loose weight eat healthier and and exercise. DDR helps you loose a little weight but does not help that much so don't count on it too much. go to like 24 fitness. instead of eating three big meals split them into 5 meals and you will not have to eat all the time and also eat the same amount as always. you don't have to do sit ups everyday. just do them when you watch tv or when you have free time. But don't do too much or you are going make yourself very tired.

Answer 10

Try having 2 portions of fruit, one portion of vegetables, one portion of proteins and one portions of cereals for breakfast (e.g. 1 cup of strawberries, a small piece of bread with a small amount of cheese and 3/4 cup zucchini). At mid morning have more fruit and a yogurt. Have a big salad, some meat, chicken of fish with 1/3 cup of rice, couscous or potatoes for lunch. Have a small dinner with many vegetables. Drink at least 8 glasses of water every day.
Try doing more exercise, walk more, climb the stairs, etc. it should help. If you have a dog, take a long walk every day, it will be good for you both.