Monday, March 30, 2009

Basics of weight loss still hold true

By Jonathon D Locke

Maybe you have tried all you know and are still unable to move the pointer anti-clockwise on that bathroom scale. You could be wondering whether you just cannot lose weight. Thankfully, this is not an unusual experience. How old you are, what you do and what you eat are all things that can determine how much weight you can lose. Ultimately, it still takes a consistent application of the well-known methods of losing weight. That is healthy eating and working out.

Going on a weight control diet with no corresponding physical exercise program will not work in the long term. Notable among these are the hugely popular crash diets that promise drastic weight loss within a short time span. Though they might seem to work in the short term, it is usually just a matter of time before the curves are back with a vengeance.

Then there is the other extreme. That is engaging in physical exercise but neglecting balance with the type and volume of food eaten. The result is burnout and a strain on the body's nutrient capacity in the event of under feeding or re-assimilation of calories if over eating. Both these scenarios would render even the most rigorous exercise routine inadequate.

We will discuss the 'worst-kept' weight loss secrets. To begin with, the food one eats is usually the main cause of weight gain. Fast food, junk food and other substances with a high level of processed fat and sugar should be substituted with increased intake of fresh greens and fruits. Fruits and vegetables are a source of important nutrients and aid in the digestion process. Split standard eating times so that you have more servings with smaller quantities each. This allows for faster absorption.

The second aspect of the fat loss program is water. Most body processes depend on water as a base facilitator. The average human body consists of up to is 78% water. Regular water intake throughout the day is encouraged with the exact quantity varying from one to three liters depending on body size, intensity of one's daily activity and the weather.

Physical activity is the third component. Consult a fitness expert for help in drafting a workout that suits you. However, physical exercise can be as easy as a few simple stretches daily at first with a gradual increase in intensity - so don't ever decide that you cannot lose weight!

Overall, if your goal is to achieve and maintain reduced weight, be patient. Do not despair if you do not instantly get that model look. Always check with your physician because hereditary traits and how old one is can determine the amount of weight one can lose.

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