Sure way to kick up a dragging metabolism?

[Anonymous]

Never had major issues. Sure I gain weight, but it's never very significant and it tends to fluctuate up and down anyway.

Over the past year, I have gained a substantial amount and I've decided enough is enough. I've been cutting out the junk from my diet and exercising more but I really haven't been seeing much results. Granted it's only been about 3 weeks, but it's hard to keep myself motivated when the results aren't that encouraging.

I've been cutting out the processed carbs and adding more fruits and vegs into my diet. Drinking more. Checking my portions. I work out about 4 times a week (mix of cardio and light weights).

I feel like my metabolism is at a standstill. Any tips?

[MarieF]

It's great that you are choosing to do the exercise and diet combo. I am currently studying and taking extra courses before I go into the med field and I learned a little about what you're asking. :)

1)Okay, if you would possibly consider going Vegan for a little while, it will definitely help you out. Raw and organic fruits, veggies, and snacks. They may be a little high in fat, but they contain good carbs and nutrients. Just eat in moderation or the high fat content might get you back...it's not likely though.

2) Eat small meals and snack about 2-3hours apart.

3) Drink only water. No diet sodas. They are diet, however they have way too much sodium and can cause you to have an excess amount of water weight.

4) If you can, make the switch from coffee to tea. Personally, I'm not alive until I have coffee. Coffee is great but not as great if you load it down with heavy creamers and sugar packets.

5) When you drink water, try to get it ice cold. Ice cold water will make your body have to change it from cold to your body temperature. I mean, it's not like when you use the bathroom that #1 comes out cold, right? Well, it shouldn't!

But, doing all of those WITH your amazing exercise schedule, you are bound to get weight off :)

Please remember this: Don't get discouraged if you hit a Still. It's actually expected at around 3-4weeks. Every body is different. I hope everything works out for you! :) Take care!

[Asker]

Thanks for the encouragement! I'll try to keep all that in mind :)

[WoIIie]

3 Weeks is too short a time period to see results, especially if you're near a healthy weight.

You sound like you're doing enough to get positive results over the long haul, so there is nothing you need to change.

[Love2Ball]

women can't build as much muscle as quick as men or as much but... every pound of muscle you gain you burn another 130 calories a day. so may want to lift a little

[peacenic]

bicycling or swimming...