Liz Hurley eats from baby dishes to control how much she eats. Demi Moore eats only raw foods, including meat, and uses leeches to speed up her metabolism. Before the cherished event, participants in American beauty pageants begin to coat supposedly problem areas of the body with ointment for hemorrhoids (yes, the miracle remedy is applied not only under the eyes to tighten the skin, but do not try to repeat this - it is dangerous for blood vessels). Wanting to lose weight or not gain excess weight, even fit beauties go to great lengths - to the horror of nutritionists and representatives of official medicine. The latter never tire of repeating: to lose excess weight, you don’t need to go to extremes and expect miracles from extreme diets, magic pills or ointments. Losing weight is a complex process that includes a balanced diet, physical activity, and the use of cosmetics. It's banal, no one argues. But it definitely works.
What to eat to lose weight
Rice, chocolate, buckwheat... These diets are popular both in Russia and abroad (except that buckwheat is not such a popular product in Europe and America). They provide an effect, but it is short-lived. And only due to the removal of excess fluid from the body due to the refusal of salt. To literally fit into a dress one size smaller in just a few days – that’s it. However, you should not think that in a week, or even less, the lost kilograms will not return to their rightful place. They'll be back soon! If you don’t set yourself the goal of losing weight seriously and for a long time, go for it. If you want a sustainable result, reconsider your eating habits and think over a balanced diet, which will contain proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.
Losing weight little by little, without going to extremes, is boring for many. Even Gwyneth Paltrow, who actively promotes the ideas of harmonious nutrition on her website goop.com, will go on a two-week “fast” only on vegetable juices. Weight loss is guaranteed, but the body is seriously depleted. In addition, psychologists believe that harsh restrictions deprive us of the joy of life and the sparkle in our eyes. You shouldn’t forget about this if you’re planning to lose a few kilos before the New Year on some dreary mono-diet. The mood is unlikely to be festive. And the body will insidiously take revenge for the deprivation, putting aside everything eaten at the New Year's table in the form of fat - so that you have something to “get hold of” if you decide to go hungry again. Everyone knows this. But what to do? Use tricks.
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Losing weight for the New Year - life hacks for a slim figure
There are two weeks left before the holidays. The era of corporate events and parties requires you to look your best. But what to do if you can’t pull on a fashionable tight dress, and other styles can’t hide the extra pounds on your waist and hips? Losing weight by the New Year is a completely realistic task. Losing a couple of kilograms during this time is quite simple, you just need to follow the right diet and forget about laziness in order to tighten your muscles.
Sport
In order to arrange your New Year's drying, remember where your gym membership is. Daily physical activity will help you successfully lose weight and look perfect in any holiday outfit. For those who want to speed up the process, you can add strength training to your aerobic daily exercise. Cardio training and swimming are great options. Don't forget to drink a lot during exercise. And only water without gas.
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Diet
To lose weight quickly you need to change your diet. Forget about fatty and fried foods. There is also a taboo on salted and smoked foods. Less salt - more water. This is the main rule of super-drying. Try to steam white meat and fish. Increase your protein intake and reduce carbohydrates in your diet. Cook without oil. It is better to eat vegetables fresh, stewed or sautéed.
Forget about sugar and fatty cakes. They can be perfectly replaced with whole grain bars with honey, dark chocolate, berries, and dried fruits. Sweets with stevia and natural sugar-free marshmallows are also suitable.
Diet
You need to eat fractionally, in small portions. But at the same time, you can eat food at intervals of 2-3 hours.
The right "plate"
Place food in flat plates of small diameter. This will signal the brain that the portion is full. Eating small meals from large dishes can make us feel like we're not eating enough.
It is important and correct to fill the plate at main meals:
Breakfast : porridge + fermented milk product or cottage cheese (do not add sugar).
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Lunch : lean meat or poultry + starchy carbohydrate (boiled potatoes, cereals) + vegetables. A serving of vegetables should occupy 1/2 of the plate.
Dinner : fish + vegetables. Vegetable serving: 1/3-3/4 plate. For 1-2 snacks, leave fruits, berries, dairy products or 1 dessert spoon of any nuts.
Don’t forget about the main aspect – physical activity, and an excellent result is guaranteed.
Previously, Vesti talked about the best cocktails for weight loss at home. In addition, it was reported that scientists have named the main “enemy” of weight loss.
Tips with meaning
Weight loss recipes from celebrities are often strange. But some of them make sense. The same children's plates from which Liz Hurley and Victoria Beckham eat are a way out for those who are used to finishing everything, but want to limit the amount of food (the main thing is that the dishes are not yellow or red, which stimulate appetite).
Another useful tip is to sit down to the holiday table well-fed. It sounds unappealing, but this strategy pays off. You'll enjoy the treats, but you'll eat less. What do you think Hollywood stars put in their clutches when going to ceremonies and gala dinners? Nuts and dried fruits to snack on periodically and not overindulge in high-calorie canapés. It’s a good idea to remember this when going to a corporate event or New Year’s party.
If you can’t play sports (without which high-quality weight loss is impossible), take every opportunity to move. Nutritionists give a lot of advice - from walking for many hours in parks/museums/shopping centers to walking up the stairs. By the way, it’s better not to climb them, but to go down them - there’s less strain on the heart. Even Jennifer Lopez, who regularly goes to the gym, prefers not to use the elevator (unless, of course, we are talking about going up or down from the 50th floor). They say that her assistant always has a pair of ballet shoes with her, so that the diva can quickly change her Louboutans and run downstairs. Again, a great exercise for stimulating the hips and buttocks.
Help from outside
Weight loss creams can also help in the fight for slimness. You shouldn’t expect too much from them, but when combined with proper nutrition and exercise, they give results. The main principle of action is active drainage and improvement of microcirculation of the skin, which, under the influence of creams or gels, is smoothed, tightened, and strengthened. As a result, the contours of the body become clearer. Using creams is vital for those who do not intend to limit themselves to a couple of kilos. The products will help prevent sagging skin.
The composition of creams with the Slim prefix is constantly being improved. In addition to traditional algae, which helps strengthen blood vessels and remove toxins, there are a lot of other equally effective ingredients. For example, white tea extract, which not only reduces the number of fat cells, but also prevents their further appearance (gel-cream “My Silhouette!”, Nivea). Some products also contain reflective particles that give the skin a soft glow (sculpting gel-cream Slimissime 360, Lancome). It seems like a trifle, but the owner of such a product will like her own reflection in the mirror much more. Improving your silhouette with this attitude is much more enjoyable.
Tricks
The effectiveness of modeling products increases if you use them after a contrast shower. The procedure activates metabolic processes, accelerates skin circulation and improves metabolism. It is believed that contrast showers slowly but surely help you lose weight.
It is best to apply corrective products to well-exfoliated skin: creams are better absorbed. Peeling should be done two to three times a week.
It’s a good idea to get a loofah washcloth. It will provide additional exfoliation of the skin while washing.
Essential oils of tangerine, lemon balm and juniper help remove toxins, improve digestion and reduce cellulite. They can be used for home wraps (make sure you are not allergic to the oils by applying behind your ear or on the crook of your elbow and waiting a couple of hours).
The aroma of grapefruit has been scientifically proven to suppress appetite. Nutritionists advise carrying a little grapefruit oil with you in a mini-bottle and periodically inhaling it when you feel the urge to eat something wrong.
New figure for the New Year. A set of exercises for women. Part 4
The fourth part of our pre-holiday complex (beginning in “KP” from, and) is dedicated to one of the most problematic areas of the body - the press. This time we will put all our efforts into getting rid of excess fat accumulated on the stomach and becoming the owners of a perfect waist. The main advantage of this complex is that it can be performed not only in the gym, but also at home. We remind you that KP journalist and professional fitness instructor Svetlana DANILOVA is training with you.
CARDIOPLAN FOR A WEEK
This week we will combine strength training with cardio training. This format of exercise will allow you to burn calories even when you are resting. So, after completing one exercise, devote 1 to 2 minutes to aerobic exercise. For example, jump rope, pedal a bicycle, or run. And then, after catching your breath a little, move on to the next one. Train 3 - 4 times a week. Is this load not enough? For two more days, devote only to cardio training - 30-60 minutes on a treadmill, stepper, bicycle, rowing or ski machine.
1. Reverse crunches
What: Typically, when you pump your abs, you lift your upper body off the floor. Raising your legs and hips is more difficult, but more effective.
How to: Lie on your back with your legs raised, keeping them together. Tightening your abs, lift your hips off the floor and twist to the left. At the top point, take a short break. Lower your hips, and now do the same thing to the right.
How much: 3 sets of 15 - 20 repetitions in each direction.
2. Stirring
What: This exercise targets the deepest abdominal muscles. Try to do it as slowly as possible.
How to: Lie on your back, spread your legs slightly, pull your abs in. Clasp your hands along your stomach, slightly raise your head, neck and shoulders. In this position, turn your body to the right and make 8-10 circles above your hips, as if you were stirring soup in a pan. Without relaxing your abs, turn your body to the left and repeat the same.
How much: 3 approaches in each direction.
3. Right-left
What: Exercise will not only get rid of belly fat, but also improve your posture.
How: Get on all fours, supporting yourself with your right arm, and extend your left arm forward, parallel to the floor. Tightening your abs, bring your right knee and left elbow together. Slowly return to the starting position.
How much: 3 sets of 15 - 20 repetitions in each direction.
4. Scissors
What: At the same time as you work your abs, you will work your inner thighs.
How to: Lie on your back, bend your elbows and place your arms under your lower back. Raise your head slightly. Spread your legs to the side, lifting them off the floor, and then bring them together, crossing your right over your left.
How much: 3 sets of maximum repetitions.
5. Hands to the sky
What: together with the abs, we strengthen the shoulders, chest and arms.
How: Lie on your stomach, then stand on your palms and toes as if you were doing a push-up. Turn your body to the right, leaning on the outer cock of your left leg and the inner cock of your right leg. Extend your right arm up. Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
How much: 3 sets of 8 - 10 repetitions in each direction.
MY FITNESS DIARY
Over the past week, the scales have not moved an ounce - my weight is still 61 kilograms. And the volumes are the same. At first I was upset, but then I realized that it was easily explainable. Apparently, the body has already managed to adapt to the stress and requires new ones. So, it's time to increase the intensity of your training. One way to do this is to combine strength training with aerobic training, that is, arrange active cardio pauses between exercises (see “Cardio plan for the week”). Well, next week you'll have to work hard! Dear women, join us! And the result will come - you'll see!
Weight: 61 kg. Volumes: 90 - 68 - 94.
TIPS ON THE TOPIC
5 ways to get rid of belly fat
1. Forget
about flour and sweets
Try to reduce the amount of fats and carbohydrates. Especially harmful ones - flour, sweets (replace candies, pastries and cakes with dried fruits), fatty foods. And switch to proteins with fiber (lean meat plus vegetables). Eat cereals (porridge, muesli) in the morning - they are good for digestion and give you strength.
2. Spin the hoop
A weighted headband is a great way to create the waist of your dreams. It simultaneously works the abdominal muscles and creates a massage effect. Start every morning with a 10-minute warm-up with a hoop - and the result is guaranteed.
3. Run
Aerobic exercise (running, walking, skiing, rowing) will help not only burn excess fat accumulated on the stomach and thighs, but also become more resilient.
4. Swim
Combine strength training with regular pool workouts. During swimming, all abdominal muscles are used.
5. Add weights
Try to change the load from time to time, do abdominal exercises not only on the floor, but also on machines. Add exercises with weights (bands, dumbbells, weighted ball).
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