Hi All! I'm young, w/ cellulite, & too much holiday flab.

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pumpkinandspice

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Howdy!

This appears to be a nice forum, and I'm hoping it can help me! I have not been getting my fresh fruits and vegetables like I should be, and I really do not know exactly HOW to prepare or even get a daily serving...? I like fruit, and most veggies, so it's not the eating that's the problem, it's the how-much. I don't want to be so sick of fruit and veggies that I dread it though. Make sense? Also, just came back from a 3 week trip...yep I have this dreaded holiday flab to get rid of. I didn't gain a whole lot, but being as I tried losing some before the trip, I'm in need of it! Any tips for this newcomer would sure be appreciated! ;-) Does green tea help shed fat? I've heard that green tea, lemon water, and ACV do; is that true?

Also as far as exercising? I like kickboxing, running, and ab-work, but sometimes my motivation runs low and I don't stick with it like I should. I'm tired of it...and I think it was because I thought I wasn't seeing any results. Does anyone know how long it will take for your body to show results in kickboxing,running,ab-work,etc,?? What works, and what does NOT work? My goal is a flat belly, and toned arms and legs. This seems sorta awkward to say, but I have cellulite on my upper legs,and with me being young, it's embarrassing! Especially in the swimsuit season. Does anyone know of any good tried and true exercises to help me lose my fat and cellulite? And possibly gain arm or leg muscle as well?
Thank y'all, have a good weekend!
-Pumpkin
 
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Green tea is linked to helping lose weight. Make sure you drink the lemon water somewhat quickly, you don't want to sip on it all day with the acid in it, it'll eat away at your teeth. You should figure out your numbers and start by making a deficit there. Results can be different for everyone. Some people see definition, tone and all that within a few weeks... some of us it could take a lot longer. Depends on if you keep up with it and keep up with the routine, challenging your muscles in different ways. Don't give up. You can do it! Welcome to the forum!
 
Hi
Lemon juice really works and to any one who is really serious about losing weight also try drinking cinnamon. It does work, trust me. I think the best way to drink this is to juice the lemon and then add water to fill up the glass. Just make sure to no add sugar.
 
Trusylver said:
Jastin Where is your scientific evidence ?
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I think I made a mistake when I said that lemon can help any one in weight loss.
But personally I tried this method and It's really work.

I tried to looking for scientific evidence but I did not find anything.
I'm Sorry About that
Best Wishes to all
 
Have you ever shopped at a Chinese grocery store? they usually carries like 19374923 types of fruit and vegetables. I like leafy vegetables, but the only ones in American stores tend to be spinach/kale/turnip green/cabbage/lettuce and that's it but Chinese ones have like dozens of that (not to mention different types of green beans, bean sprouts, mushrooms, lotus root, bitter melon etc) and I love dragonfruit, lychee and chinese pear....

Switch things up occasionally, sometimes your tastebuds need time to adjust from craving unhealthy food to healthy food, and sometimes being a little hungry before eating helps to make them taste better. =)

ps. also, not all vegetables are created equal, to me potatos/root vegetables don't help me lose weight as much as leafy ones. Bananas and avocados also aren't as weightloss friendly as apples, watermelons etc.
 
Hey Pumpkin!

You need about 2 cups of fruit a day, and 2.5 cups of vegetables a day.

Eat fruit along with your breakfast- provides fiber and carbs, essential in the morning. Also, pack fruits as a snack!

Try to make an effort to incorporate vegetables as part of your meals. Perhaps a side salad to begin with, or some cooked zucchini and bell pepper as a part of your meal can go a long way. Usually, we recommend MyPlate- half of your plate should be fruits and vegetables. :)

Ravleen
 
If you don't already incorporate it into your running schedule, seek to introduce HIIT, pumpkinandspice, as the activity uses your anaerobic system.

When exercising anaerobically, since the body is unable to process oxygen as quickly as your working muscles require it, it turns to your glycogen stores (and then your fat reserves) in order to fuel your endeavour during the intense periods. The reason HIIT can only be performed for short periods is due to the fact that glycogen and fat can't be processed by the body as readily as oxygen, hence the reason steady state cardio always will feel easier.

Due to a whole host of other physiological changes that occur within the body during HIIT, chiefly the increased ATP density (power) in your muscle fibres, a far greater increase in your body's ability to handle the increased levels of lactate in the blood and improved mitochondrial activity in your heart (strength of contraction), not only does the activity result in increased fat loss, it also improves your fitness and endurance when performing steady state cardio, allowing you to run for longer, as your body doesn't require as much oxygen.

If performed correctly, HIIT will certainly help to reduce your body fat content, due to the huge energy deficit it creates (known as the after-burn effect), in addition to improving your body composition, thus, increasing your level of body-confidence during swim-suit season. Best of all, performed 2-3 times per week, HIIT sessions need to last no longer than 15-20 minutes in order to witness incredibly quick and satisfying results.

As for diet and recommended calorie intake, research BMR calculators since they're largely accurate in determining your calorific needs, based upon your age, weight, height and level of activity. Having obtained your active BMR, introduce a daily calorie deficit of around 500Kcal.

In the immediate interim, don’t worry too much if your active BMR (once you’ve introduced a daily 500 Kcal deficit) is less slightly than your resting BMR, as the slight excess that you may currently carry will help to provide your body’s energy systems with the fuel needed to keep your metabolism ticking over nicely.

Additionally, in order to ensure that you’re eating to support both weight loss and your level of training, aim to consume around 1g of protein per lb of body weight, whilst obtaining your carbohydrate intake from wholegrains, legumes and veg (avoiding as many simple, refined carbs as possible). Don’t deny yourself the odd treat, though. As for lipids, aim to obtain it from oils, seeds and nuts, keeping your saturated fat intake (with the exception of coconut oil) to a minimum.

I hope that some of the above helps to answer your questions, pumpkinandspice, but feel free to ask if you have any more.
 
MrNiceGuy said:
If you don't already incorporate it into your running schedule, seek to introduce HIIT, pumpkinandspice, as the activity uses your anaerobic system.

When exercising anaerobically, since the body is unable to process oxygen as quickly as your working muscles require it, it turns to your glycogen stores (and then your fat reserves) in order to fuel your endeavour during the intense periods. The reason HIIT can only be performed for short periods is due to the fact that glycogen and fat can't be processed by the body as readily as oxygen, hence the reason steady state cardio always will feel easier.

Due to a whole host of other physiological changes that occur within the body during HIIT, chiefly the increased ATP density (power) in your muscle fibres, a far greater increase in your body's ability to handle the increased levels of lactate in the blood and improved mitochondrial activity in your heart (strength of contraction), not only does the activity result in increased fat loss, it also improves your fitness and endurance when performing steady state cardio, allowing you to run for longer, as your body doesn't require as much oxygen.

If performed correctly, HIIT will certainly help to reduce your body fat content, due to the huge energy deficit it creates (known as the after-burn effect), in addition to improving your body composition, thus, increasing your level of body-confidence during swim-suit season. Best of all, performed 2-3 times per week, HIIT sessions need to last no longer than 15-20 minutes in order to witness incredibly quick and satisfying results.

As for diet and recommended calorie intake, research BMR calculators since they're largely accurate in determining your calorific needs, based upon your age, weight, height and level of activity. Having obtained your active BMR, introduce a daily calorie deficit of around 500Kcal.

In the immediate interim, don’t worry too much if your active BMR (once you’ve introduced a daily 500 Kcal deficit) is less slightly than your resting BMR, as the slight excess that you may currently carry will help to provide your body’s energy systems with the fuel needed to keep your metabolism ticking over nicely.

Additionally, in order to ensure that you’re eating to support both weight loss and your level of training, aim to consume around 1g of protein per lb of body weight, whilst obtaining your carbohydrate intake from wholegrains, legumes and veg (avoiding as many simple, refined carbs as possible). Don’t deny yourself the odd treat, though. As for lipids, aim to obtain it from oils, seeds and nuts, keeping your saturated fat intake (with the exception of coconut oil) to a minimum.

I hope that some of the above helps to answer your questions, pumpkinandspice, but feel free to ask if you have any more.
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LOVE HIIT! Your information you presented is legit! :)
 
I'm pleased to learn that you've found my explanation upon the benefits of HIIT, as means of achieving fat loss, enjoyable reading, Ravleen.
 
Thank you all! Encouraging, I'll definitely try to start my week off RIGHT this time :) I really like HIIT: they always always make me feel like I'm getting somewhere, even if it's just for half an hour. This being a new year, I've made some new resolutions (haven't we all? ;) ), and let's see if I can stick to 'em! So 2 cups of fruit, and 2.5 cups of veggies... sounds a little overwhelming (told you I'm not a fruit-and-vegetable person!) but hey,I can do this! It'll be worth it in the end!


MrNiceGuy: this is a totally random question, but I'm wondering if you'd have an answer. You seem very knowledgeable. Sometimes I develop headaches before I need to workout, and my headaches get bad unless I catch them early. (I'm talking migraine type, turns your stomach). Is there any way to work around headaches, or not really? Should you work out, or should you rest? I get headaches fairly often, and I run into that scenario more than I want to. It's not fun working out with a roiling stomach and pounding head, I've done it a few times and I really try not to end it by the toilet!
Again, thanks everyone, loved seeing your replies! :)
-Pumpkin
 
If the headaches only occur when you're set to work out/train, I'd possibly suggest that their occurrence may be purely psychological. It could also be largely due to your kick-boxing training, especially if you fight competitively, as your body is placing itself into fight or flight mode.

On a nutritional level, are you worrying about whether you've remained sufficiently hydrated or nourished throughout the day, providing you with enough energy to see you through the session?

As for a feeling of nausea during and after completing HIIT, that's not an uncommon side effect, due to the stress it places upon the body.

If the headaches happen to be a common occurrence every time that you undertake exercise, regardless of its level of intensity, I'd certainly make an appointment with your GP/physician, so that the reason can be investigated.
 
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