need for diet.some people said that putting anti cellulite cream all over the body before working out makes it easy to get rid of it.true?ima go 3 times a week.for 2 hours.other people said something about putting some stocking ??true?\ni need ur advice
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i dont know about all that cellulite and secret voodoo stuff for losing weight.  going to the gym and excercising is the best thing to do.  dont worry about that other stuff.  for you to lose fat you'll want to run and do cardiovascular and endurance lifting.  dont try to run it all off though.  you burn so many calories for the first 30 minutes of a run and then you dont burn so much after that so its not the miracle way to do it (i dont remember the exact numbers but im in the Army and i run a lot so trust me).  when you work out with weights, use a lower weight with high repititions.  10-12 reps for 5 sets should be a good place to start.  make sure its a low enough weight that you can get 12 reps out of for the first 4 sets but it should be heavy enough that by the 5th set you might not be able to get all 12 or barely get the last one at least.  the reason endurance lifting is better for you is it will gain lean muscle mass and burn more of the fat because of the longer time spent doing the excercise.  stay with it and good luck
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It's good that you consider diet as part of the solution. Some people think eating whatever they want and exercising will change their bodies. There are many muscles which connect to the abdominals, so it's best to concentrate on the full body, including the back, inner thighs and shoulders. This might sound cheesy, but Denise Austin has some incredible videos out there... Yoga and Pilates are great ways to start working on the full body and core, but once you reach a plateau, you're better off using free weights to work those same muscle groups- that way you can increase the intensity when you are ready. Mixing cardio in, such as running or elliptical trainer workouts, helps build endurance and burns lots of calories. I would shoot for every other day 45 min of cardio and alternate days would be weights (or Denise Austin's Fat Blasting Yoga).\n\nThere is no such thing as spot reduction, also, so just doing sit ups or crunches alone will not work!\n\nFoods which contain healthy fats (olive and grapeseed oils, nuts, and olives) are great for snacking. I avoid cupcakes, donuts, and refined flour and sugars altogether. Eating more fiber helps you feel fuller longer. You need carbohydrates, however to help your muscles store glycogen. I also avoid red meat, especially ground beef. Boca crumbles are just as good and much better for you!\n\nGood luck!
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dont use shitty magical products that irritate skin. simply in its purest form its water. dont use soap in the bath or shower your detergent or wash powder shouldnt be used in high doses and loose clothing for a couple of weeks. good diet not crappy food cos thats how it comes out when you sweat too think b4 u eat at macds!
538856
You would probably do more harm than good. Your body isnt' designed to constantly work out like that. Check with your doctor, but I personally think it's overkill. ONce you start burning fat, it can turn to the point where you are burning muscle too.  I can't remember the terms from biology, but be careful.
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I did the Body for Life diet before my wedding a few years ago.  I lost so much weight just between when I was fitted for my dress and the actual wedding day that my dress had to be safety-pinned in the back.  It's been 6 years and one child since then, and my body has never gone back to the way I looked before doing that program, even when I've put on a few pounds.  (btw, you don't have to buy their products to do it; it's just a way to eat healthy, and they tell you what weight exercises and cardio will burn the most fat and make you look the most toned.)
653725
I assume your talking about cellulite. Every girl gets it. Most get it in there bum's and upper legs. Theres not much you can do. Some creams claim to work but most don't. The only other thing is surgury.
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What I have always been told is the only way (besides liposuction and other cosmetic surgeries perhaps) to get rid of it, is to exercise. It may not go away completely, but it helps to develop muscles there. \n\nThere are some lotions out there which help make it less noticeble. For instance, caffiene in firming lotions can help make it less visable since it firms the skin, but does not get rid of it completely. Try firming lotions, they worked wonders on me. \n\nCellulite can be genetic, and some people can never get rid of it though.
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i've been using it and haven't had a problem (my sister didn't like it for your same reason).  i don't use it as my main moisterizer though.  i put a light layer of lotion on first, then the natural glow, then my reular lotion.  so i don't use TONS each time.  just maybe a pump for legs, and a pump for arms.  i haven't heard anything about other lotions....also be sure to wait a bit before dressing.  just another reason to walk around your room naked!  haha
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Honey, I understand! Here is what I do, and I hate before I do it, but it works. When it is cold, dark, rainy, etc. I do not want to do a thing. I'd rather lay in bed or in the house watching TV and eating all day. But, we can lead a very productive life that way can we. So what I do is drag my lazy butt to the shower, get dressed, make-up and all, and go outside and just become part of what is going on. Really it helps. Something else that helps but I hate to recommend b/c it isn't good for your overall health, is artificial sunlight. However, if you put sunblock all over you and go lay in a tanning bed for 7-10 minutes, it'll perk you up a little, but not as much as learning to enjoy the day by doing something outdorsy no matter what the weather is like.
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For the user that said that nothing will helop that is a total lie, I have one daughter and she is five and a half, for the first five years after she was born, I never worked out or anything, now for the last 14 weeks I have been working out, you do not have to go to the gym either, you could jog in your neighborhood, ride a bike, because you need some sort of cardio, then you could do hundreds of different ab exercises right on you living room floor, you could go to fitness magazine online and they have tons of examples of what you can do, My entire belly is not gone, but now it is toned, is your stomach discolored too? by strechmarks? Because if it is cocoa butter works miracles, I promise my strech marks are white now, and you cannot even see them without looking real close, also if your diet is bad you coule start to eat healthier too, after you do some good cardio, you will not want to eat bad foods, you could eat some peanuts and 4 or 5 ounces of chocolate milk(to give you protien, it makes you stronger!!!! Good luck you can do it!!! Trust me you will feel so much better!!! Also what I do with my daughter to get work out, is I turn on a good cd to dance to and Just so I wouldn't stop, I would tell her, ok lets dance to five songs, you can't act any sillier than what you act like in front of your children, often you are having so much fun you will go longer than five songs!!!! Good luck, Love yourself!!!! That helps too!!!
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Since you answered my question I will answer yours. There is of course an "over exercising", but to be more specific:\nYou can over-exercise when under-eating, yet it is very difficult to over-exercise when \n1. eating in a healthy way that builds your body AND \n2. using the right supplements. \nMost people actually under-exercise or don't do the right kind of exercise. Especially women. \n\nNow to your true question (over exercising wasn't it). You want to trim down the fat. To do that you must eat less calories than you expend. But it's not just that simple. There are calories and other calories. Most people also think that to trim down thighs they must work out on their legs. That is untrue, whole body work gives you the best results in getting down any fat, anywhere. You would bulk up ONLY if you ate more calories than you expend during exercise and daily activities and sleep. To achieve your goal do this:\n\n1. exercise vigorously. Whole body. You can do some bodybuilding, or some aerobic work. Spend those damn calories as much as you can. However most women get used to aerobic after several months and it does nothing to them anymore, until they increase the intensity (or volume) of the exercise. YOU WILL NOT BULK UP FROM BODYBUILDING, if you're doing it right -- that's a myth. Especially not, if you under-eat, which is what most females actually do. \n\n2. immediately after exercise, get these supplements into your body: BCAA, 30 grams of Whey Protein (with at least 80 percent of protein content). This will ensure you do not destroy your muscles/body. Also get some sugar into your body. Some cake or soda (with genuine sugar) works. YOU CAN DO THIS and still lose weight, you actually SHOULD do this, otherwise you will not replenish your muscle glycogen reserves fast enough and you may get physically sick (and your muscles may get smaller and weaker). \n\n3. Eat the right stuff, please. Start some kind of Atkins, however twice in a week get some full meal of carbs (i.e. pasta, mashed potatoes, etc.). Atkins WORKS, if you do it right. You should NEVER ALLOW YOURSELF GET HUNGRY. Also, don't over-eat.\n\n4. Make sure you eat every 3-4 hours when you're awake. Like 6-7 small meals a day. Replace 2 of these meals each by a protein drink, again about 30 grams of 80% Whey Protein. You can get the supplements in any good bodybuilding/fitness store.\n\n5. Sleep as much as you can. Then sleep some more. If you have problems with sleeping more than 6 hours, get some pills for chris'sake. Your fat goes away most when you sleep, not when you exercise. Losing weight in sleep is EASY. \n\n6. do your own research. You will not bulk up from bodybuilding (unless you're a teenager). You will not die using bodybuilding supplements; on the contrary. You can work out heavy and get a good meal afterwards, no carbs please though. Fats and proteins should be about 60 percent of what you eat. The rest will be vegetables, don't eat too much fruit, it's too sweet. You should go pooping 2-3 times a day from those, that's GOOD.Don't do too much dairy, either (too much fat and lactose). Just eat meat. Hope you're not a vegetarian. \n\nUse my advice and DO IT. And again, do your own research. \nBodybuilding.com is a great place to start. They even have before/after photos :-)\n\nHave fun!
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Cut carbs and junk food  do at least 30 minutes worth of cardio and the best would be walking or running!!! also drink lots of water and do sit up's squats and that and i promise you it will come off and your body will be toned too!!
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I have found the best thing for cellulite is water I drink lots of it and try to keep that area toned. I am no exercise buff BY NO MEANS! But I do what I can I have had two kids and gained 30 lbs with them both and I have seem to avoided the dimples. Now remeber women will always have a lil dimpleage its just by nature but you can reduce its appearence with these two simple things.Hope that helps
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My suggestion, in order to do this the healthy way is increase your protien and carb intake a little bit and do some light weight training. Muscle will fill you out without getting you fat anf the extra small amount of protien and carbs will help reinforce that. Start small with the weights so you don't injure yourself and do 20-30 minutes 2-3 times a week. I hope this helps.
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if you cut out weight training completly out of your lifestyle for an entire month, your body will not have reason to maintain all that hard earned muscle. want to lose what took you six months of sweat?? however, for maintence you could workout twice a week and try maintain your diet. This will save you from losing all that hard earned muscle and because of changing up your routine, from three times to two times a week, you may even add more muscle for two reasons:\n1: your body will be in shock for this change of routine\n2: your muscles and nervous system will have more time to recuperate between workouts.\n\nnote: since you are a beginner try hit your entire body in each session, with no more than three sets per body part for maximium gains\n\ngoodluck!!
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Yes, definitely take a day off.  Try to work different muscle groups each day... for instance, you worked your chest and arms and a bit of your shoulders doing push-ups.  Now, today work on your back, or do some cardio.\n\nI think you also alluded to you in your post that you are trying to reduce the flab in your arms.  Working that particular muscle group will not reduce flab!  There is no such thing as spot reduction of fat stores.  You can certainly build muscle there, but unless you work on your diet and include cardio in your fitness routine, you'll never see the fruits of your labors.\n\nI recommend a well-rounded fitness plan, one that includes a sensible diet, cardio activities, and most importantly, an all-around active lifestyle. \n\nUse fitday.com to monitor your calories / activities and read a variety of fitness related magazines, such as Shape and Women's Health, or what not.  They have solid advice for trimming up and making your workouts fun.\n\nGood luck.
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how long/hard do you work per day?  i guess the obvious answer is to make sure you sleep enough and eat enough.  if you do, then you can give it a shot...it's pretty cheap.  it's mainly used by bodybuilders so if it gives them the energy to go through their workouts, it should probably get you through the day.