I'm 5'8 and 147. I have large hips and I would like to lose weight for a trip in Jan 08. Any suggestions?

Answer 1

Jogging will help you lose weight if you stick to it. You don't have to go outside either you can jog in place at home for 30-45 mins a day while listening to music or watching tv. You don't have to kill yourself just a nice steady pace to break a sweat. You can break it up by dancing too, or doing some aerobic steps for a few mins then back to jogging. Eat only until you feel satisfied, even if it's good. I realized I eat a lot of food when it's something I really like the taste of.

Answer 2

Start a weight training program 3 days/week in a total body format. Use big compound movements such as: deadlifts, squats, presses and pulls. Perform ESD (cardio) work at least twice/week using an interval training protocol. An easy example is sprinting for 30 seconds followed by 60 seconds of walking for a 20-30 minute period. Focus on protein and green leafy vegetables at every meal. There's more to it than this, but should give you a great start.

Answer 3

1) Keep it simple first
here's 2 articles on eating healthy -
http://lose-quick-weight.blogspot.com/2007/08/lose-quick-weight-sensible-ways-to-shed.html

http://diets-and-exercise.blogspot.com/2007/09/take-control-of-your-body-with-healthy.html

2) Eat steam food, vegetables, fruits, lean meat

http://bestways-to-losebellyfat.blogspot.com/2007/09/lose-10-pound-fast-key-superfoods-you.html

3) drink plenty of water and green tea

4) Avoid junk food, snacks and soda drinks

5) have 5-6 healthy meals a day (1 plate size only) to keep the tummy
satisfied

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6) exercise - combine weights and cardio.

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For abs, read these 2 blogs (great articles on abs) -
http://thetruthaboutsixpackabs.blogspot.com/
http://www.squidoo.com/thetruthabout-sixpackabs1/

7) form a support group - invite friends, relatives, parents, partners
to participate in a healthy lifestyle, and keep you accountable. This
is important.

8) plan to lose weight slowly, and progressively overtime increase your
goals!

Hope it helps!

Answer 4

You're at a good weight for your height.