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[carbjunkie]

hi, everyone! my name is Janice and i'm new to this forum...i've been searching the web for a forum like this so i can get tips, support, and encouragement, and i think this site is great i've already started a weight loss diary thread and i'm excited about getting started!

i do have some questions, though, if anyone has any advice, please let me know:

1) any good suggestions for exercises for lazy people like me? (the only exercise equipment i have is a ThighMaster and two 4 lb. dumbells)

2) what is the minimum amount of time that i should spend running per week in order for it to be effective for fat/weight loss?

3) also, i need some exercises to get rid of back fat! underneath my layers of fat, i'm somewhat toned EXCEPT on my back. any suggestions?

4) as a college student, i don't eat very healthy foods, and i hate cooking, so i need some advice as to what i can eat that is healthy but VERY easily prepared.

thanks so much!!

 

[fattrapped666]

hi janice i totally hear u on no.3...i hate wearing bras lol as for the food, if ur on the run grab a subway or a salad sandwich from an avilable shop, if there isnt one, also in the supermarkets they have things like weightwatchers and mccains healthy choice packs im pretty sure all u have to do is stick em in the microwave or something...hope that helped somewhat.. good luck!

 

[Korrie]

Hello and welcome to our forum!!

Let me try to answere your questions...

1) any good suggestions for exercises for lazy people like me? (the only exercise equipment i have is a ThighMaster and two 4 lb. dumbells)

Walking is a GREAT excersize! Its the most highly recommended. Spring is comming and walking is a great time to clear your head and get focused!


2) what is the minimum amount of time that i should spend running per week in order for it to be effective for fat/weight loss?

Running may be fun, but I've read many times it is no more effective than walking. The recommended amt of excersize per day is between 30-60 mins.

3) also, i need some exercises to get rid of back fat! underneath my layers of fat, i'm somewhat toned EXCEPT on my back. any suggestions?

Sadly, you cannot 'spot reduce' you need to just work on your overall weight and it will come off

4) as a college student, i don't eat very healthy foods, and i hate cooking, so i need some advice as to what i can eat that is healthy but VERY easily prepared.

You can have a quick bowl of cerial (high fiber or multigrain) for breakfast (they have TONS of different varieties) I am a big fan of Lean cusines and Smart ones, they are healthy and quick to prepare (they can be a bit expensive but you can't have everything) OR theres Progresso soup. turkey noodle is only 200 cals for the whole can and the veggie is only 160 cals!


Hope that was some help! Good luck and let me know if you have any more questions!!