January 5th, 2009 — alternative ideas, detox, diet, proteins
After Oprah tried her vegan detox, suddenly, this became a very popular way to lose weight and start feeling better. However, it is definitely not for everyone. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why this detox can be very beneficial and why it may not be the best avenue you need to try to reach your weight loss goals.
1. Detoxing is not an easy process, but it’s worth it.
If you are going to commit to a vegan detox diet, self control is the name of the game. It is not easy to stick to a diet plan that is this extreme. If you commonly find yourself lasting about three days on a diet before calling it quits, this most likely is not the right plan for you. However, if you can hang in there, you will find that about two to three weeks in it becomes a lot easier. You will definitely start to see some changes in your appearance and how you feel. As you become less reliant on processed foods and chemicals, you’ll also be forced to eat healthier meals, whether you want to or not.
2. Vegan foods can be hard to find.
If you are going to go all vegan but you don’t live in an area where there are a lot of health food or alternative food stores, you may have a problem getting enough variety into your diet. The good news is, there are many online stores that stock vegan products. It can be a bit hard to find your favorites, but there are some great alternatives out there that actually do taste pretty good. A true vegan diet removes all forms of animal fats and proteins, so you’ll need to be diligent about reading labels.
If you’ve got a farmer’s market in your area, your vegan detox is the perfect reason to stop by and see what your local growers have to offer. If you’re open to trying new things, you’ll be able to avoid the problem of not having enough variety in your diet.
If you are not in good health, or you have an underlying health condition, you should absolutely discuss your plans with your doctor before trying this detox. It can be quite hard on your system and it may take a while to find the foods that work for you and that you enjoy. During this time, you may not be getting the right nutrients for your body. Make sure that you are healthy enough to undertake this diet and get the supplements you’ll need to stay healthy while you are going through it.
4. Vegan diets may lack in protein.
We all need protein and commonly, when you first start a vegan diet, this is the first thing that flies out the window. You’ll need to find alternative sources of protein, such as nuts and soy, that can help you stay balanced during your detox.
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Originally posted 2008-07-22 05:41:27. Republished by Old Post Promoter
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January 5th, 2009 — Weight Loss Journal, body image, weight loss
So many of us focus on losing weight externally that we forget that there is an entire mentality that goes with being overweight. This is perhaps one of the biggest reasons that permanent weight loss is so elusive for many people, and it may be keeping you from success. Before you think about losing weight on the outside, don’t forget that you may need to lose weight inside first.
For example, how do you view yourself?
Is one of the first things you think about anything associated with being large, or being heavy? If it is, then you may need to start thinking thin before you get thin. If you can’t change your inner perception of yourself, it may be more difficult to change the exterior perception that other people have. We’ve all heard about having a “thin person trapped inside,” but in actuality, many of us have a “heavy person trapped inside” and if you don’t show them the door, they may be keeping you from attaining your weight loss goals.
One of the easiest ways to start losing weight on the inside is by practicing a little self bolstering every single day. Whenever you catch yourself thinking about being large, stop and change that thought. With practice, it will become easier to start thinking yourself thin, and the exterior changes will begin to happen naturally. This is also one of the best ways to start working on your self esteem, which often suffers as we get heavier.
Any negative thoughts that are tied to your weight need to go out the door. Practice affirmation in the morning when you get up, and right before you go to be. This will help you build that mental foundation that will keep you focused on your weight loss goals externally as well as internally. It’s not easy at first, especially if you have spent most of your life beating yourself up mentally, but if you can stick with it, even if you feel silly, you can get results.
It is important to separate “yourself” from a specific weight, at least in your mind. If you constantly see yourself as a big person, you may have difficulty getting smaller. In fact, many of us self sabotage, simply because we cannot think of ourselves as thin people. Try giving these little mind exercises a try for a week or two before you actually begin your diet, or even if you are already in the middle of one.
See just how much it can impact your weight loss, simply by thinking about how you view yourself on the inside. Even if you don’t lose weight on the scale, you’ll be taking off hundreds of pounds of self recrimination and guilt. And that is weight that every single one of us could stand to lose. Don’t be afraid to give it a try and see just how successful you can be when you start thinking of yourself as a thin person.
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November 20th, 2008 — Weight Loss Journal, activities, alternative ideas, weight loss
If you want to get the most out of a running regimen for weight loss, setting crazy weight loss goals and then running like crazy may not be the most advantageous way to get things done. Here are some tips for running for optimum weight loss.
- Running often has numerous other impacts besides just your calorie burning effort and weight loss. You will build strength in your legs and abdomen, will impact your heart rate, and may even become more flexible. Try setting other realistic and measurable goals that can be tracked during your running. Give yourself a fitness test and look at the other ways that you are becoming healthier through running. Can you touch your toes? Can you run a mile more quickly? Are you suddenly able to run for longer periods of time without feeling tired? These are all measurable goals that can help you get the most out of your running routine, even if the scale is not always showing you the results that you want.
- Mix things up with different types of running. Take a long, leisurely jog on Monday, then when you go out on Wednesday, run for a shorter period of time but on an incline instead. To toss things up further, go out on Friday with a much higher intensity level in mind. Sprints can take off the fat and burn off the calories more quickly than leisurely jogging, so end your running regimen for the week with a few good hard sprints. Each of these types of running burns calories at completely unique rates, and they also impact different parts of your body as well.
- To make your runs last longer, mix them up with small walking periods. Run for a few minutes, and then slow to a walk to catch your breath. You may find yourself doubling or even tripling how long you are out there, if you give yourself small breaks to catch up and regulate your heartbeat and breathing again.
- If you find yourself having trouble mustering the motivation to go running, bring an iPod or another mp3 player and focus on that instead. If you're not interested in music, consider bringing an audio book. Some mp3 players can even pick up on radio stations, so you could be listening to NPR or your favorite rock station while running along your favorite trail. This may be the perfect amount of distraction to help you forget how much you didn't want to go running today.
Running is a great way to lose weight, build strength, tone muscles and even improve flexibility. Running can improve your heart function and lung function and give you a better overall sense of health. Sometimes it just takes a little extra motivation to get the most out of your running routine. Implement one or more of these tips into your regimen and you may see a completely different side of running, finding it more enjoyable than ever before.
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October 16th, 2008 — Weight Loss Journal, exercise, motivation
It is a lot easier to stick with a diet plan when you are motivated, but for many, that is easier said than done. Often, it is quite simple to make that first step and become motivated, but if you can’t stay that way, chances are your diet will not be as successful as it could be. While each person needs to find their own motivator, there are some tips that can help you find the right motivation and keep your momentum going.
First, it is important to find a motivation that is based on more than just “losing weight.” This is probably the first motivator that many people turn to, but when faced with deprivation of their favorite foods, and lots of exercise, it’s all too easy to fall back and lose that motivation. While there is absolutely nothing wrong with having this motivation, it may be necessary to break it down a little more than that to help you find a way to keep your motivation going full steam ahead.
One of the easies ways to do this is to look beyond that nebulous “lose weight” phrase and break it down. Why do you want to lose weight? What do you hope to accomplish by losing weight? By breaking it down you can begin to develop weight loss goals that go beyond numbers, and these are powerful tools that can help you stay motivated for the long term. Each time you reach one of those goals, you’ll feel that rush and the desire to stay on track to reach the next one.
Write down everything that you hope to achieve by losing weight. If the phrase “so people will like me more,” or a variant of that crops up, immediately delete it. So many people use this as a motivator and are crushed when they find that they are no more attractive to others thin than they were when they are heavy. This is the time to be selfish – to take everyone else out of the equation. You need to focus on you since at the end of the day, you are going to be the only one holding the Ben and Jerry’s and facing temptation.
Once you are firmly in your own corner and you have your list of goals, you need to place them in a prominent spot. That way you can easily be reminded of what you are striving for, and you will be more likely to keep moving ahead. Cross off each one as you reach it and you’ll find that the desire to get to the next goal increases with every single check mark.
Motivation is a powerful tool and when used properly, it can be the best way to lose weight. Without the right motivation and the desire to meet your goals, dieting is not only unpleasant, but it can be fruitless. Write up your goals today and then start to put into motion your plan to reach them.
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September 10th, 2008 — Meals, exercise, fats, goals, healthy eating, weight loss, wellness
Every year, millions of dieters experience the same problem. You're going along great, losing weight steadily and then boom - nothing. No matter what you try or how you limit your diet, you can't lose any more weight. There are a few easy answers to this and a few easy solutions that you can use to blast past that plateau and get back to losing more weight. While there is some truth that your body does hit a healthy weight and wants to stay there, more often than not, your body is being tricked into thinking this is the case. Here's how anyone can get past their plateau and keep hitting those weight loss goals.
1. Eat more, not less.
As you lose weight and get more fit, your caloric needs are going to change. If you've been on a pretty strict calorie reduction diet, pretty soon your body is going to think that it's really starving. This changes your metabolism and the way your body stores fat. If you're not eating enough, your body thinks it needs to store every single calorie that passes your lips. Now, we're not saying run out and gorge yourself.
What we are saying is that you need to add a few more healthy foods to your diet in the right balance. In some cases, you may need to add more healthy fats so that your body is getting the right fuel that it needs to keep functioning properly. There is such a thing as good fat - such as olive oil or omega-3 oils.
2. Ramp up that exercise plan.
On the same token as your caloric needs, your exercise needs are going to change as you get fit. Your body will be used to more exercise and your level of fitness will rise to the point that exercise becomes easy. This is a sign that you need to ramp up your efforts. If you're not getting a real workout, then you're not burning enough calories. Sometimes, adding just an extra 30 minutes a week of vigorous exercise is enough to blast past that plateau. Start small and add a little more each day to your workout.
Run for a little bit longer, or increase your cardio workout by five to ten minutes. You'll start to see your results again and you can keep going. There are stages that each of us will hit where it becomes necessary to exercise more to lose weight. Otherwise, you'll just be maintaining.
3. Revisit your food choices.
If you're not keeping a food diary, start one right away. You may find out that you are actually consuming more calories than you thought. A common offender is soda, that is full of empty calories. Try cutting out soda from your diet and see if that doesn't push you past that plateau. In many cases, you can easily lose ten pounds simply by cutting soda out of your life. Look for any empty calories that you are consuming and get rid of them!
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July 4th, 2008 — caffeine, drink, exercise, food, goals, gym, healthy eating, hydration, nutrition, roundup, water, wellness
How was everybody's 4th of July? Did you enjoy your fireworks, BBQs, and family time? Better still did you all keep on your diets and stay focused on your health goals during the celebration?
Check out my Guest Post at MizFit: Food Glorious Food
From the Fitness Health Network this week were quite a few good articles in my opinion. Check them out:
Now for the rest of blogosphere:
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On the hundred pushup front... I was unable to complete the 3rd day of the 3rd week... I sputtered out at 22 on the final set that was supposed to be 27+. Why you ask? I am still working why... I think it was a combination of sore muscles from exercise and a vigorous massage I received on vacation? I was concentrating on the form and I could tell that I was have a harder time with the day's pushups... So I will be repeating week 3 next week.
Originally posted 2008-07-06 05:06:21. Republished by Old Post Promoter
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