How do I make time for a weight loss program when my life is so busy?
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JEN says on September 25th, 2006 at 8:47 pm
 
Will bodyweight exercises plus running be enough to lose the cellulite on my body?

Answer: Yes. If you follow a well-rounded bodyweight exercises program you will take care of the resistance training that is necessary to improve shape and increase your metabolism.

The running will take care of the cardiovascular component that is need for heart health and immediate calorie burning. This burning of calories will help with the overall calorie deficit allowing you to tap into your fat stores and lose the cellulite.

I would also include some stretching exercises to make sure you stay flexible and functional. Yoga is a very good combination of all these components but I would still do the extra cardio.  

Dennis Johns says on September 25th, 2006 at 9:27 pm
 
How do I ‘create a deficit’ with a mixture of weight training and cardio to lose weight and not burn muscle instead of fat?

Answer: Resistance training IS the way to burn fat instead of muscle while in a calorie deficit. Your body follows a principle that has the acronym S.A.I.D. This is the principle of Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands. What this means is that if you are constantly putting demands on your body that require muscle to be there, then your body will do whatever it takes to keep it. This includes burning fat before muscle.

Along with lifting as heavy as your limits allow, you can also tweak the fashion in which you do your cardio to be conducive to maintaining muscle. You do this by doing high intensity interval cardio training. Interval training like wind sprints and hill intervals for 20-30 minutes as opposed to longer 45-60 minute slower cardio sessions. These slower cardio sessions encourage the output of catabolic hormones that will eat up muscle tissue. Sprints on the other hand encourage anabolic hormones and can increase levels of testosterone and growth hormone in the body. This makes you look, feel and act younger in a round about process. 

Mark Evans says on September 25th, 2006 at 9:32 pm
 
Got any advice on loosing the ‘beer belly’ before I try to develop my abs?

Answer: Read through www.buildingbodies.ca I have spent over 5 years putting all those exercise and fitness articles on there. As well, when you still need to cover the basics of training programs and fat loss it is best to follow a guideline book. This is exactly why I wrote FAT TO FIT. This book is my experience and advice on training to loss weight and get in shape.

But to give a concise answer; Do cardio at least 5 times a week, follow a balanced resistance training program and eat like wrappers were never invented.

Dianne says September 26th, 2006 at 1:22 am e
 
How long do you think it is safe to stay on a 3:1 carb cycling diet (zigzag, 3 day low carb, 1 day high carb)?

Answer: Forever or as long as your brain can handle it. This is exactly the way I was taught to diet by the International Sports Science Association and it is always how I have structured my plans.

However the zigzag doesn’t just apply to carbohydrates. You can play with protein and fats or simply overall calories as well. This is a great method for creating calorie deficits without impacting your overall metabolism.

Leon says September 26th, 2006 at 3:41 am
 
Do I need to train my ABS every day( Mon- Fri) ,for fast and better results?

Answer: No. Your ABS are just like any other muscle and need to be rested. They are however more slow twitch and recover faster than say legs. So if you do want to train abs every day (which is not recommended) because you like to put them in a circuit or something of the sort, then do not train them hard enough to reach failure.

If by faster and better results you mean being able to see them, then you need to lose more fat and should be spending that ab training time on cardio, circuit training or meal preparation.

Ralfy says September 26th, 2006 at 5:14 am
 
How good is hydroxycat in weight lose , and how fast start to indicate in fat burnin???

Answer: The quality of results you receive in life is in direct correlation with the quality of your questions.

It could possibly HELP. I say this in the frame of mind that anything that doesn’t stop you from burning fat COULD HELP you burn fat. The answer to weight loss and a six pack that stays year round for life cannot be found in a pill.

Anna says September 26th, 2006 at 7:31 am
 
Why does my body refuse to lose weight when I have dieted & gone to the gym regularly?

Answer: First you need to go to the doctor and make sure that everything is running properly with your body. If everything is working and your hormones are all in balance then what I say next may come as a jolt.

If your body is running correctly and you are not losing weight, you are doing something wrong with your program. I have to stress here that what some people consider to be working out or even eating properly, is in fact not.

Three things need to be checked on either through your own research or by seeking the help of a professional in fitness and nutrition. You need to revamp your workout or the intensity given to it. You need to change your eating, this could be a very subtle or massive change. You need to check how many calories you burn during cardio.
 
Somewhere in the week you need to burn through or create a deficit of 3500 calories just to burn off ONE POUND. If you do not know the calories ingested daily or what you burn off during cardio then this would be the best place to start.

Gio says September 26th, 2006 at 10:32 pm e
 
How would you set up a training and eating program to maximize muscle gain while at the same time reduce fat if all training can only be done first thing in the morning ? Allow 1 hour max between the time of rise to start of training and training session duration no more than 75-90minutes max.)

Answer: Does all training have to be done in the morning? No. Is it the most hormonally favorable time of the day? Yes. I say so what.

It sounds a lot like analysis paralysis to me. This is where you cant get anything done because you try to do everything perfectly. I can tell you from experience that you will only enjoy and stick with your training for life if you make it fit your lifestyle.

Wake up, have a light breakfast and go train. Its that simple. How about, go to work, hit the gym on the way home and then have supper with the family? What about, go to work, do a $100,000 business deal by the squat rack and build killer quads at the same time?

You have to flow with it. Life curves man!

Nice questions everyone, keep asking and I’ll keep answering.

Your Trainer

Ray Burton

 

Question: How do I make time for a weight loss program when my life is so busy?

  

Answer: We can make time for anything that is a priority. If you are late for work and are running around the house trying to find your keys and really, really, really need to use the washroom you are going to make time to do it.

  

Basically if you want time to devote to your weight loss program then you are going to have to make that time. There will always be things that will want to slide in and gobble up your time. TV is probably the worst; people with no respect for your time are probably second. I frequently hear my clients say that they were planning to get on the treadmill at home or were heading to the gym but their spouse came home late. Or their spouse needed to have super on the table.

  

There are times in your life where you are going to have to come first. Sometimes that requires getting up early before everyone else and sometimes it requires that you put your foot down and say that from 5-6PM every second day is YOU time. No exceptions.

  

If you are scared to say this sort of thing or couldn’t imagine being so selfish, then I can hear the smacking jaws of emotional issues eating at you on the insides. Let me ask you a question to show you how important it is to make time for yourself and your weight loss program. Here it goes; “When are you most likely to happily share your last bit of chocolate cake with someone?” The answer? WHEN YOU ARE FULL.

  

When you are full and happy inside is when you have the most to offer other people. In fact sometimes making time for yourself is the best way to make sure you can give the most to the people around you. If you are still hungry, even sharing the smallest bit will fill you with resent towards the person that wants what you have.

  

So how do you make time for a weight loss program when your life is so busy? You take it. You take care of yourself, and organize your priorities so that you will have more to give in the long run. This is what we mean when we say that your health is your greatest investment and that you shouldn’t spend half your life chasing wealth and then the second half spending your wealth to regain your health.

  

Hope that helps Kelsy,

Ray Burton

FatToFitBook.com

I thought we should do a question time specifically about weight loss this month.  This is always one of the major topics I get emails on so you must want more info!

It’s time to open up this topic for questions.  What do you want to know about weight loss? OR “What is the biggest obstacle your face on your weight loss journey? Here are some guidelines to asking questions:

1. Post your question as a comment to this post in the comment box below.

2. Post ONLY a question.  A question is a single sentence that ends with a question mark.  Please do not post commentary before or after your question…. just a question.  If I get a lot of questions, I’ll first ignore the comments that were full of stuff other than a single question in a single sentence.

3. Post only ONE question per comment.

4. You can post as many questions as you want… but only ONE per comment.  Post as many comments as you would like.

5. The best question posted (in my sole discretion of what is “best”) will receive a complimentary copy of the my book FAT TO FIT - The Journey.

6. You have from now until Wednesday to post any questions.

7. Your questions or stated weight loss obstacles must be about weight loss.

Fire Away! I’m Here To Help…

Ray Burton