Is there anyone here who has great tips for fast weight loss whether it be a diet and exercise routine or a safe supplement?

2016-08-19T06:20:04-04:00

Response by LTC David Brown made Aug 19 at 2016 7:10 AM

2016-08-19T07:10:12-04:00

I find that a regimen of exercise and calorie reduction works well!

Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Aug 19 at 2016 7:22 AM

2016-08-19T07:22:25-04:00

There are no "tricks."

What you can do is modify your diet in specific ways that portions of body weight will drop off though.

You've got Fat, Muscle, Bone, Water, and "Waste."

You want to hold onto Muscle and Bone, and eliminate EXCESS Water, reduce fat, and get rid of waste.

Most fad or "quick" diets are going to go after Water/Waste (clear you bowels out, and reducing your % body weight by dropping water).

High Protein/Low Carb (Atkins as an example) diets do this (first), and then your body starts using Ketones for energy instead of Glycogen ("Sugar"). When you follow the diet, you lose A LOT of water weight very quickly, followed by Fat at a slower rate.

You can also do Plant Based (Fuhrburger), which has different benefits and different timelines.

Response by SSG Michael Hartsfield made Aug 19 at 2016 7:45 AM

2016-08-19T07:45:59-04:00

Running and/or swimming
I know. I hated it as well when I was in but, if it's done regularly, that was the fast way for me to lose weight

Response by CPT Joseph K Murdock made Aug 19 at 2016 9:22 AM

2016-08-19T09:22:20-04:00

Aerobics

Response by MSgt James Mullis made Aug 19 at 2016 9:47 AM

2016-08-19T09:47:34-04:00

A Low carb, low sugar diet works every time. Your body turns carbs into sugar for use and certain sugars are stored as fat at a much higher rate than others. Watch this video from a Professor at UCSF for a complete explanation on how it works.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBnniua6-oM&index=18&list=FLHaC5w4e58UZotRDQUaeAFg

Sugar: The Bitter Truth

Watch "The Skinny on Obesity" with Dr. Lustig: http://www.uctv.tv/skinny-on-obesity Robert H. Lustig, MD, UCSF Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of End...

Response by Capt Tom Brown made Aug 19 at 2016 9:51 AM

2016-08-19T09:51:02-04:00

The person who invents a pill that will take away a person's appetite will be a multi-millionaire overnight. Everything involves burning more calories than a person takes in which is hard to do when you are starving hungry 24/7.

Response by SFC Dave Mccain made Aug 19 at 2016 10:45 AM

2016-08-19T10:45:02-04:00

I have recently purchased a Fit Bit, with the mentality that I wanted to eat smarter and move more. I wanted to lose about 10 pounds, adjust my overall energy level and improve my overall shape. What it has allowed me to do, and what has become blaringly apparent was identify ignorance. The program attached to it allows me to not only track exercise and zones of effort. It allowed me to track my intake of calories and macro-nutrients. The added benefit was it tracking my sleep cycles.
My point being, I didn't know just what I was doing. My simple approach has now adjusted by a lower carb diet, more protein and veggies and increased and regular physical activity. The numbers are in front of me daily, and serves as a reminder of what I need to do and a guide to adjust behavior over time. As others have said. Fast is NOT the answer. Consistent and smart are.
in a month of this diet/activity I have lost 5 pounds and become much smarter about my abilities, intake and choices. take your time and learn. Start simple and adjust small things. Educate yourself, and don't accept shortcuts. Hope this helps

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 19 at 2016 11:18 AM

2016-08-19T11:18:10-04:00

What other people said about diet and exercise is good but also try and stay busy doing anything besides watching to or playingg on the computer so you won't "bored eat"... Many people seem to eat when they are bored. The busier you are the less you will crave a snack.

Response by Sgt Tammy Wallace made Aug 19 at 2016 1:04 PM

2016-08-19T13:04:08-04:00

change your eating habits to suit the Paleo Diet...don't eat after 9 pm (provided you have banker type work hours) and get at least 8 hours of sleep every night. drink half your body weight (in ounces) of water everyday and try to get in at least 15 miles of walking a week. water explanation: if you weigh 200 pounds, then drink 100 ounces of water a day. that's all I got for ya...I did that and literally shrunk from a 10 to a 2 in less than 4 months and I'm 5 feet 8 inches tall...

Response by SSG Keith Cashion made Aug 19 at 2016 2:45 PM

2016-08-19T14:45:53-04:00

I have been on a diet prescribed by my Doctor for just under 4 months, and have lost 33 lbs. His instructions were given to me on a 3x5 card. Stay away from Sugar. Stay away from Fat. Exercise for about an hour 3-4 times a week, not necessarily running, because that will get your heart rate above the fat burning rate. And your meals should be no bigger than the size of your palm. That's it.

His motto...People who stay on the couch, will die on couch.

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Aug 19 at 2016 3:45 PM

2016-08-19T15:45:37-04:00

I gained a few too many pounds while in college and law school and had to lose it fast so I could enlist. I went to a doctor who "specialized" in weight loss. I lost 50 pounds in just three months taking a couple of "mystery" pills. Well, it worked and the doctor went to jail. I'd never do that again. I use MyFitnessPal.com to keep an accurate diary of everything I eat as well as my exercise. It's easy (there's a phone app) and free, and it works for everyone who is serious about getting in shape and keeping in shape. Or, you could hang around the penitentiary in Baltimore and wait for my doctor to be released.

Response by SGT Damaso V Santana made Aug 19 at 2016 4:17 PM

2016-08-19T16:17:12-04:00

Get a dog, medium to big size so that it pulls you at a good clip.
Take it out early morning for 2 or more miles
Noon, repeat
Late afternoon repeat.
After 4 months I have lost 42 pounds, 3 inches off waist.
It works, I monitor it via an App (Free) called, Map My Fitness, covers all types of exercise too.

Response by Bill Husztek made Aug 19 at 2016 9:41 PM

2016-08-19T21:41:06-04:00

I find that limiting myself to one meal every twenty-four hours gets my aging body to shed pounds like I was a kid again.

Response by MAJ Raúl Rovira made Aug 21 at 2016 9:48 PM

2016-08-21T21:48:48-04:00

There is no fast way. Every body is different. It come down to Input and output. And, you are what you eat.

After an Afghanistan deployment, lots of bad food and two horrible accidents I was about 160. Swimming was all I could do for PT. I joined a swim team, lost the weigh, and gain some muscle. At home we only go for organic, non-gmo food. All I do is swim and eat healthy
It is possible if you visualize it, commit to your plan, and have the discipline to carry it through. And it takes time.