weight loss plan
/ˈweɪt ˌlɑːs ˌplæn/
Definition. Noun.
A plan designed to reduce body weight by following a diet or exercise program.
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weight loss plan
Step 1
What is a Healthy Weight?
The first step is to determine your weight loss goals. Do this by finding out what a healthy weight is for you. The calculators below will give you a good starting point.
Determine your body fat percentage, as this can help you understand the changes in body composition that are happening. Also take your body measurements and use it to track your weight loss journey.
Step 2
What's Your Unique Body Type?
One of the most important things you can do before starting your weight loss journey, is to understand your body. The body comes in a huge variety of different sizes, proportions, and body compositions.
First understand your body type, this is about how much mass a person has and about what makes up that mass (fat, muscle, frame size). Body type affects what you can healthily achieve, and can help you personalize your diet and fitness regime for better results.
Secondly, determine your body shape, which describes how muscle and fat is distributed and how the skeleton is moulded. This helps you fine tune your workout routine to add shape or size where you want. Use the calculators below to help you determine you body type and body shape.
Step 3
Weight Loss Nutrition
Master the healthy eating basics. Learn about the fundamentals of nutrition and healthy eating. In order to level up and meet your health and wellness goals you need to get this right.
Step 4
Identify Your Unique Diet Needs
Choose a diet plan that works for you and takes your unique needs into account. From low-carb to low-glycemic; from Atkins to the Zone; from the latest diet to the Paleo Diet. You'll find it here.
Step 5
Know Your Macros
Once you've decided on the diet that suits your needs, look at your macronutirents. The three macronutrients are carbohydrates, protein, and fat. How much of each will vary according to the type of diet, as will the foods recommended within each macronutrient group.
Find out about carbohydrates, protein, fat, and fiber. Each macronutrient has its own benefits and role in maintaining a healthy body and weight loss. Tap on each one to find out more.
Step 5
Workout
After nutrition, exercise is key. It burns calories, helps prevent the muscle loss due to cutting calories, and can boost metabolism. And research shows it's absolutely neccessary in keeping the weight off permanently.
Walking + Running
Walking and running are two of the most popular activities. Do it at the gym or outdoors. Do it after work, on your way to work, or on holiday. Because the most important part of weight loss is consistency. All you need is a pair of shoes and the mindset to make it a unbreakable, unshakeable habit.
Step 7
The Basics
Lose weight, achieve your health, fitness, and body goals, and keep the weight off permanently. Do it once and do it right. So let's start with these weight loss fundamentals.
the essentialsFast Weight Loss
What you need to know about losing weight fast, crash diets, and more.
the essentialsCarbs
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the essentialsBelly Fat
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the essentialsSupplements
Looking to add a little extra to boost your weight loss efforts?
Everything ElseWeight Loss
Looking for more? You'll find it here.
Tools +Guides
Need a helping hand in the kitchen? Level up with these helpful guides, lists, calculators, and charts.
