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03-30-2008, 08:39 PM
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25 Tips for Cutting Fat
Note: I obtained these tips from the forum, articles, and from my brain. Although some may be obvious, this is a start for someone who is new to cutting fat. I hope you enjoy. Feel free to add other tips if you see fit.
1. Eat oranges instead of drinking OJ
2. Leave the skin on fruits when possible
3. Eat raw fruits instead of fruit juices to obtain more nutrients
4. Eat more dark, leafy, green, vegetables
5. Avoid cheese because of the high saturated fat content
6. Drink 100+ ounces of water per day
7. Avoid margarine because of its high trans fat content
8. Choose fat free and low fat milk products whenever possible
9. Avoid white bread and refined pasta
10. Eat whole grain bread and pasta
11. Drink 1-2 large glasses of water before a meal
12. Eat sufficient Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) everyday
13. Eat complex carbohydrates such as oats and sweet potatoes
14. Avoid midnight binging and empty calories snacking
15. Get adequate sleep (7-9 hours per night)
16. Take the steps instead of the elevator
17. Take a brisk walk or jog during lunch
18. Walk and bike instead of driving whenever possible
19. Continue to lift weights to maintain muscles and prevent muscle loss
20. Keep sodium intake at or below 2.5 grams per day
21. Take a multivitamin to make up for missing nutrients
22. Perform low-intensity cardio to burn fat
23. Eat a deficit of 500 calories per day to lose 1 lb per week
24. READ labels and COUNT calories
25. Use the Muscle and Strength forum to ask any question you may have in the future about cutting fat
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03-30-2008, 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by linedriver465
11. Drink 1-2 large glasses of water before a meal
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i've never heard this before... i've actually heard its better to wait to have your beverage until after you are finished eating as opposed to before/during. what is the benefit of drinking this amount of water before a meal?
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03-30-2008, 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by donnnnay
i've never heard this before... i've actually heard its better to wait to have your beverage until after you are finished eating as opposed to before/during. what is the benefit of drinking this amount of water before a meal?
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I believe its to make you eat less before a meal. Makes you more full |
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03-30-2008, 09:50 PM
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Originally Posted by darshan
I believe its to make you eat less before a meal. Makes you more full
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yup, it prevents you from overeating
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04-04-2008, 05:00 PM
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Great idea linedriver465 to post this up, its a quick, easy access list for people wanting to cut fat, nice to have have it all in one place like that. Great help!
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04-04-2008, 05:35 PM
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Watchin what yer doin!
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This is now a sticky - add to it if you get more linedriver.
Good work Bro!
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04-04-2008, 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by tadolfi
This is now a sticky - add to it if you get more linedriver.
Good work Bro!
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thanks mate, tryin to help out other ppl as much as i can
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04-04-2008, 08:20 PM
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26. Avoid diet soda and other products with aspartame
27. Eat a colorful variety of both fruits and vegetables (green, blue, red, etc..)
28. Use a variety of cardio exercises (swimming, running, and walking fast) and machines (elliptical, stationary bike, stair master) to avoid boredom and add variety
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04-04-2008, 10:41 PM
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great post bro
i learned alot :]
starting to cut sunday. im diff going to keep this list in mind
+rep
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04-04-2008, 11:01 PM
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Originally Posted by JrHighHercules212
great post bro
i learned alot :]
starting to cut sunday. im diff going to keep this list in mind
+rep
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glad i could help you on your fitness goals
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