I work in a office job and I am sitting on my ever widening a*s*s and I need to bump up the exercise.... I am a single mother with 2 jobs, I can't find the time to get to the gym that I paid the membership for. my other job I cocktail so I get a good amount of walking in, but my day job I need to bump up the calorie burning!  and advice of what I could do?
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how are you dropping the pounds like crazy? what diet is it? and about the office job.. you're pretty much out of luck because im in the same position and i really don't know what you can do..
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You are one of the fortunate people that have a healthy metabolism -calories are burned up  but I beat you're below 18  but wait once you hit 20 that stops so  consider before you get there and start having problems when your metabolism will slow down to learn now what to do ,like eat healthy and hopw to be active without actually exercising-dancink,skating,fun stuff.  In the meantime  Enjoy
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I'm 29, and have always had a hard time. I have found that the easiest and most effective thing is to eat small amounts, several times a day. I don't even eat healthy all the time...I keep things like nuts, string cheese, summer sausage, etc...around, and just make myself eat something every couple of hours. I avoid fast food as much as possible, and when I do eat it, I order a kid's meal to help with portion control. When I sit down to a regular meal, I always take 1/2 of what I think I want, wait about 20 min., and then judge if I NEED more or not. The other big key is water...AT LEAST 8 servings a day, and more is better. NO regular pop. The fact that you are already in the habit of walking is great as well. Keep doing that, but maybe use a timer and try to go a little farther each day within your 30 min. That will increase your pace without taking more time. I hope this helps. I know how frustrating it is to try and do work and school at the same time, and still struggle to find time for housework and taking care of yourself...which always seems to end up the lowest priority. :)
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Try using the stairs and the bicycle instead of the elevator or escalator and  the car.\nEat more proteins and complex carbohydrates.\nDrink juice or water instead of soda.\nYou could exercise also.\nI like to exercise at a gym because the other people there inspire me.
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Try yoga at first to limber up and then move on to include step exercises.  Go for a brisk walk too after a few weeks of building your stamina.  If you have not been active in a while and if you are over weight - do things slowly so you don't burden your heart with undue stress.\n\nModify your diet!  i cut out refined sugar in my coffee....4 cups with 2 teaspoons a day was a lot and now a month later I am alittle nicer to be around says my family.  No soda!\n\nEngage a friend to walk with you.  My Mom did this with me and we looked for decorating ideas in the various windows\n\nGood luck to you - asking is the first step - I bet you are on your way!
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try waking up and hopping on a treadmill(or doing other cardio...if you are not already)...exercising gives you a boost where other things cannot....I would be sure to stay away from caffeine and energy drinks to get more energy...they are not good for you!
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You definitely shouldn't skip the workout because you will feel better and be healthier if you don't.\nI am an aerobics instructor and I know from seeing many different people come and go that the best work out is one that works for your life no matter how crazy it may seem.  So, find what works for you as far as when to do what.  Just remember that if weight-loss is your goal, you don't want to skimp on the weight training because the more muscle you have, the more fat you will burn.  I have also recently read that it is just as effective to workout three times a day for ten minutes at a time as it is to workout one time for thirty minutes.  In fact doing the 3 time a day thing tends to jumpstart one's metabolism.  \n     Also, I always eat before working out so that I will have energy!  Just don't eat anything too big or too heavy.  I tend to eat a bowl of cereal,small peanut butter sandwich or a granola bar if I'm on the go.
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You have to take in less calories than you burn. I know you said you hate to exercise, but there are things you can do that won't seem like much exercise once you make the habit. Obviously, watch your food intake and drink more water. If you feel hungry, drink a glass of water and wait 10 minutes. If it goes away, you were really thirsty rather than hungry. Take the stairs instead of the elevator, park farther away. If you have a home with stairs, make excuses to go up and down them. If you have a lot of groceries, make more trips to take them in the house. Small steps add up to burned calories. Start small. Take a walk around your block. Then do it again tomorrow. Then add a block, and so on. You will find that you look forward to those times to get some fresh air and clear your mind. Hope it helps.
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It's really important that you find something you LIKE doing, or you won't stick to it.  If you don't like exercising in front of people, for example, then you won't like a gym.  If you like walking, then ramp up your walking speed, and go for regular walks. \n\nIt can be motivation if you pay for something, like if you sign up for a dance class, then you feel compelled to attend all the classes because you paid for them.  \n\nIt really helps if you have someone else to be accountable to, like a walking or swimming buddy, because then you can encourage each other not to quit.
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have a goal to work towards, once you reach it maintain it, and if you find yourself slipping, work towards a new goal.  or get a partner!  when you have an obligation to meet someone for your workout, you're less likely to skip out.  also try switching up your routine!  if you normally run, try biking instead so you don't get bored.  its easy to kick your routine if its mundane  and repetitive.
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I know exactly what you mean.  I am an exercise hater!  Walking up the stairs to my classroom every morning is a trip.  Why? Because I am lazy.  My bones are stiff and I just can't work up the energy to get going.  I know I should, but I just don't.  But you know what - I thank you for the wake up call.  In less than a month, I will be 54 and I know I need to get this body worked out. I have no excuse. I am steps away from a full, complete up-to-date exercise and weight room, sauna and steam room with indoor and outdoor pools.  Shame on me.
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Get off your butt and exercise.  I always want to roll my eyes at people that "dont have time to exercise".  Stop watching Grey Anatomy or whatever every night, and Ill bet you find an hour or two right there for exercise.  My wife is 32 weeks pregnant, works 50 hours a week + commute, and still manages to get in 4 1 hour workouts a week.  Talk about not having time.\nThat being said, if you insist on doing it via diet only, cut your calorie intake to less than 1500 per day.  Realize that you will likely be hungry, and that as soon as you stop with this, you will put the weight right back on, plus you will proibably gain a little extra, as you will also lose some muscle mass, which slows your metabolism.,  The only way to lose weight permanently is with exercise.
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There ya go!! problem solved - you're burning calories & getting aerobic activity in there, which is what the experts say we have to do in order to stay fit - so what's the problem - quick bursts of activity versus long haul - I say fit it in however you can & leave it at that. Besides, they show so many commercials on tv these days that you are bound to be getting plenty of exercise!!!! Good for you!
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I suggest exercising patience.\n\nIf what you claim is true- you exercise and eat in a healthy fashion, then you need to understand that change doesn't happen immediately.\n\nI would also be a little more aware of voicing your concern.  It is totally understandable if you are unhappy with your appearance, but there are many people in worse shape than you describe yourself to be, so you may sound a bit shallow and insensitive to them.\n\nThe best way for any one to offer a suggestion would be for you to detail what you consider to be "eating healthy" and what sort of exercises you do.  Without this knowledge, how are we supposed to suggest anything?\n\nI will say this- crunches will tone the muscle BENEATH the fat, not get rid of it.  The only way to get rid of the fat (along with healthy diet) is to elevate your heart rate so that your body uses the excess fat for energy.\n\n15-20 minutes is considered a good warm up for those who want to stay fit but not lose fat; 30-45 minutes of cardio (at the minimum) is what it takes to start using calories.\n\nRun, jog, ride a bike, whatever for at least half an hour.\n\nYour goal is to achieve a constant pace without the need to stop or rest.  When you reach that goal, you should notice a few pounds have been shed.  If you wish to increase the loss, then pick up your pace.  It is important to note that this takes time if you do not have the stamina or endurance to maintain a consistent pace for 30 minutes.\n\nAgain, exercise patience.
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i noticed that i would get up really early for an early shift at work (ie- when i absolutely had to be there or else bad consequences)and had a hard time rousing myself other times when it was something i wanted to do for me.  try multiple... i mean MULTIPLE loud alarms 4 minutes apart.  it gave me the sense of being bugged to get up urgently.  also having a light on in the house helps, like the bathroom light that you can see from bedroom door.  once up and moving i'm not too bad.... and think of a treat you'd get up for, like a good coffee, shower, going out for breaky.  it took me 6-12 months to be good in the mornings... but i guess the main thing is that i decided i had a life i wanted to live, not sleep through.  and yes, there is much to do, and i tell myself if i'm really that tired, i can take a break and a quick catnap later on.... but i seldom need it.   also getting fitter and healthier helped, ensuring i do at least 150mins of cardio a week ( and that used to sound impossible to me), and make sure you do get a good night's sleep at least 5 nights a week.  don't stuff sleep around... it really is sooooo important and undervalued.  don't motivate yourself with things you HAVE to do...what are you doing them for? to create a life you love? to make your life easier?to make you happier? "because you have to" or to please others is enough to keep anyone from getting up and starting their day.  remind yourself that you really WANT to get up and be active. upon waking, tell yourself you reaaly LOVE your life... and fake it until you make it.  good luck.
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Some quick and easy get fit tips-\n\nWhen you go to work, the mall, the grocery store, always park in the last spot. Not only do you save the hassle of looking for a spot, but you get alot of extra walking in.\n\nNever use the elevator. Unless you live in Manhattan, of course. If you worked where I do, you'd never use the elevator anyway, cause people get stuck in there all the time.\n\nKeep bottled water on you at all times! If it's there, you'll drink it. You should be refilling that thing about six times a day!\n\nGet other people on the bandwagon, your boyfriend, or your coworkers. They'll guilt you into working out when you don't feel like it.\n\nSwitch all your grains to whole grains. Mr. Whineybutt will get used to it. Switch your dairy all to skim and fat free. Be sneaky and pour the skim milk in the whole milk container if you have to, he'll never notice the difference.\n\nKeep lots of quick healthy snacks around the house and keep those by the stove while you cook. By the time dinner is done, you can just sit down and drink a cup of tea while everyone else eats their fat. Healthy snacks are the easiest snacks, I don't know why more people don't eat them. Raw veggies, fruit, fat free yogurt, cheese, nuts, dried fruits and berries, whole grain cereals, etc.
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i worked as a trainer for a while...i would trust him if you have seen other clients of his that have good results.  since you are overweight,  you will naturally burn more calories during cardio sessions than people who are not.  so...step up the cardio,  do weights a couple times a week..i am sure you are already doing this with your trainer.  i once knew a woman who was in an aerobics class with us..and all she did was walk in place for the class.  she was quite overweight...but at the end of a 6 week period, after working out religiously,  she had dropped 8 % of her total body fat percentage...and we were all like NO WAY....so...persistance pays off,  surround yourself with positive images...people who inspire you..clip their picture and put it on your wall, on your mirror,  wherever...stay real..keep your chin up...and let us know how you are doing!  good luck to you!