Losing Body Fat
Losing body fat is the goal of everyone who wants or needs to lose weight. The hard truth is that it has taken some time to get there, so it will take some time to get it off. The deal is everyone wants to lose weight fast, but this is not the best way to do it.
It’s true that many people aren’t successful with weight loss because success means that the weight stays off. Therefore, if you gain it back this means it wasn’t a success.
To keep weight off permanently you first need to educate yourself on calories, protein, carbs, fats, exercise and metabolism. Once you know how it all works you can conquer it.
In your research you will find losing body fat slowly is the best way. Fast weight loss usually comes right back this is because you need a lifestyle change to keep it off.
Keeping tracking of all calories is a must, food and drink. A calorie calculator is a great tool for this. You first calculate how many calories you need to maintain your weight then eat 100-200 a day less until you reach 1500, no less than 1200.
Reduce calories slowly to give the body time to adjust. Eat a balanced diet of protein, fat and carbs. Dietary guidelines are as follows: protein 10-20%, fat 20-30% and carbs 45-55%.
Eat smaller meals and eat more frequently 5-6 times a day as opposed to the larger 3 meals a day. This helps to speed up metabolism and keeps hunger at bay.
Exercise speeds up weight loss. Also, consider the fact that if you don’t exercise you will be flabby. Choose an exercise you enjoy so that you will do it. All you need is 3 days a week, 20-30 minutes a session to maintain good health and fitness.
Lose body fat a little at a time, at most 2 pounds a week. Weigh yourself once a week to keep it in check. It’s easy to lose 5 pounds, but not 25! Don’t let weight sneak up on you.