AboutRichard Rost Expertise I am happy to answer any questions from those who are overweight and want to learn how to lose weight through proper diet and exercise. I spent a year of my life studying weight loss and brought myself from 340 pounds down to a healthy 185 pounds the RIGHT way: no fad diets, pills, or crazy machines - just healthy eating and some moderate exercise. I'm happy to share my knowledge with you. I also have my own web site at RicksWeightLoss.com
Experience My knowledge is all practical, life experience. I spent over a year reading dozens of books, online literature, magazines, and lots of other sources. I've studied nutrition, weight-lifting, bodybuilding, exercise science, and many other fitness-related fields.
Education/Credentials I have no formal education in fitness or nutrition. But, then again, I am a computer programmer and trainer with no formal education in my field either. I'm completely self-taught in everything I do. However, I can give you plenty of tips and pointers on how to safely lose weight.
Question Hi , I have been going to the gym for about 7 and a half weeks, 3-5 times a day, and i have only lost about two pounds. I am 20 yrs old, 5'4 and weigh about 149.5lbs. I eat an average of 1400 calories a day, and do cardio for about 50 -60 minutes, and weights and stretching for 30 minutes. I do not know what do do anymore, and my goal was to loose about 6lbs before the end of july.
Answer Well, hopefully if you're including strength training in your routine at the gym, you've BUILT some muscle and BURNED some fat - hence the loss of only 2 pounds. Remember, muscle is heavier than fat, which is why I don't think the SCALE is a good indicator of health. How do your clothes fit? Your jeans will tell you if you're on the right track.
For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my web site for all kinds of details about proper diet, nutrition, exercise, weight-lifting routines, and more.
Most importantly, make sure to download my FREE eBook, "Rick's 18 Tips for Healthy Weight Loss."
