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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Losing 30 pounds | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: I'm a year old male, standing at 5'10 and weighing 190 pounds. I checked out a weight chart ... A: You're a year old and already using a computer? Wow! Congratulations. Ha ha. First of all, DON'T ... | |
| Elliptical Vs. Treadmill | 12/1/2011 |
| Q: I'm 22, 5'4 and I weigh roughly 109 pounds. I am trying to get down to 95-100 max, and I was ... A: The key to slimming ANY part of your body is to BURN FAT. You have to burn more calories than you ... | |
| Can I lose 20-25 pounds by christmas? | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: Can I lose 20-25 pounds by christmas? I'm 18 and I'm 5'5" and I weigh 145 pounds. Is it possible for ... A: Healthy weight loss is about a pound or two a week TOPS. You've got about 7 weeks until Xmas, so you ... | |
| Diet and exercise combination... | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: I am a female(aged twenty)weighing at 110 kg (last time I checked, four days ago) and I am five foot ... A: Five hours a week should be enough - if your intensity level is high. Remember, you can work out for ... | |
| Fat loss | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I am a 24 year old male with a lot of fat around my stomach and on chest. And the fat is increasing ... A: You've heard wrong. Exercising burns CALORIES. As long as you're eating properly, and getting a ... | |
| Fat loss | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I am a 24 year old male with a lot of fat around my stomach and on chest. And the fat is increasing ... A: Any kind of exercise you're going to ENJOY is the best exercise for you because you'll keep doing ... | |
| Plateuing | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: My name is carmel, thanks for taking the time to read my story. I have been on a plateue now for 9 ... A: If what you're doing isn't working anymore, then change it up. You might try just eating 1 or 2 ... | |
| Juice Fasting and weight gain | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: but before I dive in, I wanted to give some info about myself and my weight. I'm 21 years old, and ... A: Calories are calories. It doesn't matter if you take them in from solid foods or juices. I recommend ... | |
| Dieting will power | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I've been on a new fitness regime for most of the year now, and while I do have the motivation to ... A: There isn't much that OTHER PEOPLE can do to give YOU motivation. You just have to find it within ... | |
| vitamin supplements | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I am an active woman who weight trains. Many articles I read pertaining to bodybuilding recommended ... A: The "daily requirements" for a multivitamin are calculated for "normal" people with typical ... | |
| i'm tubby | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: Im a 21 year old male, about 6'1" and around 200 lbs. I've been trying to lose weight for a while. ... A: Nuts are good for you, but they have a LOT of calories, so go easy on them. Yes, definitely switch ... | |
| Forever Plateau | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: I'm a college female student and I'm trying to lose weight. I started off this summer being 5'6 and ... A: Plateaus happen to all of us. The important thing is to keep up with your routine and not get ... | |
| General weightloss/getting into shape question | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: Hullo, so before I get into my question I must apologize because I don't know even the most basic ... A: These questions are all answered in detail on my web site, but in a nutshell: 1. Yes, you need to ... | |
| Food & exercise | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: I'm 5'5" and 145 pounds.Im 17 yrs old. I want to lose at least 20 pounds before August 25th. ... A: You answered your ownSTOP CHEATING! :) You need to eat. You can't lose weight in a HEALTHY manner ... | |
| Confused On Calculation | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: First of all, let me start by saying I am impressed and congratulations. I Have questions requarding ... A: It's not an exact science. Basically take your total calorie intake for the day, subtract your BMR, ... | |
| Weight loss question.... | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: I am obese (not morbid), I would like to loose weight. All my research has left me with two options. ... A: I vote none of the above. I recommend calorie reduction, a PROPER diet, and as much exercise as you ... | |
| want to get good diet chart | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: I am golden from india. I am 23 years old and doing workout from last 2 years and i got good muscles ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| Getting lean while still gaining muscle mass | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: I'm currently 18 and I've been trying to find ways to get lean, but still gain mass muscle. Now I ... A: It's VERY difficult to BOTH grow muscle AND cut fat. Most professional body builders do one or the ... | |
| weight loss | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I'm 18, 4ft 10in, female, my diet is horrible.Mostly sugar,carbs,some protein. I don't excersise. ... A: You answered your own question. You need to exercise and eat healthy. There's no magic pill. For ... | |
| MY RESEARCH PROJECT | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: "Hi my name is Kerwyn and i am working on my senior research. I need an interview with an expert on ... A: 1. Proper education of nutrition and exercise. Eat healthy and move your butt. :) 2. Poor nutrition. ... | |
| Lean meats | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I live in Bulgaria as you may or may have not picked from my name. As a rule almost, stereotypical ... A: Not really. Lean means like chicken and fish have fewer calories per ounce in their flesh. You ... | |
| How many calories should I eat a day | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I'm trying to lose some weight and I have some problems. I'm 24 and I've lost weight 3 times so far, ... A: You should ABSOLUTELY count your calories. You don't have to do it for the rest of your life, but ... | |
| How Do I Deal With The Aftermath Of Dramatic Weight Loss? | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: I was a 42DD at my highest weight of 245 (I'm 5'6"). Now that I've lost 105lbs, I can't even say I'm ... A: I went through this myself. I lost over 150 pounds, and I had lots of sagging skin around my ... | |
| Dieting | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: "I am 5'10 165 lbs. and I have been weight training for about a year in order to bulk up. Over the ... A: It's very hard to BOTH build muscle AND burn fat at the same time. You generally have to choose ONE. ... | |
| Diet and Gym Workout | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I need experts advice for my regular excerise, I come back to my home at 4:00 AM early morning... ... A: You can check my web site for diet and exercise recommendations, but I will say this... getting ... | |
| Diet Plan! | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: I have just starting doing P90x and I love it. But I am still missing something and that is a good ... A: If you're having a hard time eating right and hate to cook, I recommend Lean Cuisine frozen dinners. ... | |
| Calorie Intake | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: I was dropped from 165 to 135 lbs in 2005 and gained few back since then. I stopped dieting as much ... A: If you have back/neck problems, swimming is the perfect exercise. It's ZERO stress on your joints ... | |
| Confused!! Please help... | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: Here is my problem and let me know if you can help me anyhow, cause I gave up myself! First of ... A: From what you're describing, it seems like you know what you're doing. You're getting enough ... | |
| abdomen | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: Richard I am slowly losing weight with a low fat low calorie diet and cardio. The fat seems to be ... A: The mid-section is the LAST place you will lose fat. It's the first place the body tries to store ... | |
| Fat loss | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: What's the fastest way to lost some fat? Ok I know that losing fat really fast is super unhealthy ... A: You answered your own question. Cut your calories in half and work out more. That's the best way to ... | |
| How to gain weight? | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: My significant other has lost a lot of weight.. he is about 135lbs and 5'9. He wants to gain weight ... A: You should ABSOLUTELY have him see a doctor. 135 pounds at 5'9 doesn't sound too bad though. At my ... | |
| diet and exercise | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: Richard Rost I was wondering if I can maintain my weight if, as an example, eat pizza everyday and ... A: It's possible to maintain the same WEIGHT which is just a function of calories in vs. calories out. ... | |
| Can you help settle a bet between my dad and I? | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: My dad has this theory that if you weigh the food you intake and then weigh your waste (your poo), ... A: That's not necessarily true. Remember, some of that food mass is converted to energy by your body ... | |
| Bone density and Muscle building | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I am a 5'4, 135 pound female with no exercise routine, a protein diet and a overly sedentary ... A: You cannot eat something and convert it to bone, nor can you convert fat to muscle. You have to BURN ... | |
| Best routine | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: Hey Richard. I'm 13 years old and I'm not overly fat, but I get very paranoid about my thighs and ... A: I don't like giving advice to children, so please make sure to check with your parents before ... | |
| my dad needs to lose weight. | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: My dad is 52, 5'8", 190 lbs, and has heart problems. He hates every type of exercise and eats a lot ... A: I am a weight loss expert, but I don't like giving advice to people who have health conditions ... | |
| Muscle mass + lose fat around belly | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: Firstly, your website's rather informative and in layman's terms that helps understanding ... A: First off, four weeks is very little time to notice much of a change. It can sometimes take a couple ... | |
| Help me get HEALTHY!!!!! | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: Heelp!!!!! I need advice on how to get healthy. I am addicted to junk food!! Tv dinners, frozen ... A: There's nothing wrong with eating, but you have to eat HEALTHY. If you like TV dinners, that's fine. ... | |
| "Cheating" | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I've asked you a question a few months ago when I first started my diet and you were a big help ... A: Keeping the weight off isn't always easy for everyone. A lot of it depends on your metabolism. ... | |
| TREADMILL EXERCISE | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I am a 41-year male, 6'2". In the last 4 - 4.5 months I have gone from 420 pounds to 340 pounds. ... A: First of all CONGRATULATIONS on your weight loss. That's awesome. What's best is whatever works FOR ... | |
| Why cant i lose weight | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: maybe i am expecting to see results too soon but i started to get frustrated with no results at all. ... A: Don't be frustrated. Just keep doing the best you can every day. Healthy weight loss is only a pound ... | |
| Weight loss and gain | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: I am an 18 year old male, about 185 5"10. I need to gain healthy weight around my shoulders and ... A: Its easier to focus on ONE goal at a time - either losing fat or building muscle. It's VERY hard to ... | |
| Weight | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I am 12 years old. Turning 13 in a month. From 6th to 7th grade, I had gained more than 10 pounds. I ... A: Courtney, I really don't like giving advice to children because I'm not a doctor. However, I think ... | |
| 21 year old, Need to loose weight from 220 to 180 | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: Whats a safe & fast way for me to loose weight. 220 to 180. 21 year old male! 5 foot 9. 10 POINTS ... A: You answered your own question. Get 30 minutes of cardio daily. Lift weights NOW. Don't wait until ... | |
| Water Weight? | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: I am Jojo,male,18 yrs. I am 5'9 tall and 176 pounds, i am also a student. I love to dance ... A: Water has NOTHING to do with your six pack. In order to see your abdominal muscles you have to burn ... | |
| Dieting/ wieght loss | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I know i'm not big, but I prefer my upper half then to my lower half, i'm needing a list of foods or ... A: You can't lose fat just in one area of the body. Sure, you can strengthen those muscles with target ... | |
| weight loss | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: My mam an me are losing weight. I have lost about ten pounds and my mam 1 stone, but i feel no ... A: You generally won't feel much different from week to week. Normal weight loss is a slow, gradual ... | |
| corn syrup | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: Is there a big difference between "corn syrup" and "high fructose corn syrup" as additives in ... A: Yes, there is a difference. "High fructose corn syrup" is much more refined and processed. BOTH, ... | |
| thin, but not buff | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: hey, how are you going i was wondering what sort of diet and excersise i would need need to become ... A: Eat small, frequent meals. Do lots of cardio. For specific information and step-by-step guidelines ... | |
| Weight loss calculation | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I am an adult male. I am trying to calculate out how much weight I can expect to loss in 4 weeks if ... A: Well, there are 3500 calories in a pound, so if you cut 500 calories a week, you'll lose a pound in ... | |
| I need edvise for my friend. | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I need your expert opinion for a friend of mine. Now he currently weighs about 195 lbs. and is about ... A: First of all, 195 pounds at 5'11 is not fat. That's a good weight for me, and I'm 5'11. Second, YOU ... | |
| caffiene | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: Richard I noticed that many weight loss diets recomend giving up coffee, tea, etc. But most OTC ... A: I've never had a problem with caffiene and weight loss. In fact, when I lost the most weight of my ... | |
| Need your help/advice. | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: My name is Steven. I am 20. I am 6'1 and weight 230 pounds and have about 20% bodyfat. I plan on ... A: Well, it's tough to play Russian Roulette with your dinner… all I can do is recommend that you take ... | |
| weight loss | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: I'm eighteen year old female..weigh 146 and I'm 5ft'4.5 inches. I would like to loss at least ... A: I don't advocate trying to lose 5 pounds in a week. It's not healthy, and the weight will come right ... | |
| Inches | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: my name is Naomi and I'm 18 years old. I don't think I'm overweight at all, but I think I could feel ... A: A few things… 5'2 and 129 pounds is NOT overweight. I'm sure you look just fine. Stop drinking ... | |
| weightloss | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I lost around a stone at work due to stress and i was happy with my weight loss i loved how my body ... A: You've talked about one thing that's important: cardio. Seems like you're doing enough of it. You ... | |
| lunch | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I'm a middle school student and very rarely do I eat lunch. I was wondering if this was bad for ... A: Yes, this is very bad for you. You should never skip meals. You should eat a small, healthy meal or ... | |
| Counting calories | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: When making homemade things I don't know how to convert them to calorie count. If I make homemade ... A: You'll have to try to measure everything using the same units. If you measure your ingredients by ... | |
| B.S. in Psychology to a Nutritionist | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: Rost, My name is Giselle and I am a Senior at the State University College at Oneonta. I am a ... A: I really can't help you with this. Sorry. I am not a nutritionist, and as my Bio says, I really have ... | |
| Help losing a few inchs | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: wow dont you look amazing im wondering if you could give me some advise so i feel and look as great ... A: Binge eating is definitely not productive. If you have a SMALL amount of something you're craving ... | |
| losing belly fat after pregnancy | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: well in brief,i had 2 pregnancies separated by 1 year and half,i gained nearly 11 kg,but my aim is ... A: Sorry, I'm not an expert on losing BABY fat, but I can tell you about BELLY fat… I get asked this ... | |
| fitness & weight loss | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I am a 50 year old woman who smoked for most of 35 years. I stopped smoking a year ago and have ... A: First of all, congratulations on quitting smoking. It's not easy, but I'd rather be 15 pounds ... | |
| i hate my body | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: """Hi Richard. sorry to bother you. i have a question about my body. i weight 155 pounds. 5 foot 7 ... A: First of all, why do you care so much about what the scale says? If you look good, what difference ... | |
| Inches but not pounds | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: I've been exercising regularly (about an hour 4 times/week) for 2 weeks and "eating right" (minimal ... A: Congratulations. It sounds to me like you BURNED some fat, but you GAINED some muscle. This will ... | |
| dieting | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I seriously need to loose weight. I know that at the end of the day it is calories in vs calories ... A: What do you mean by "your calorie count?" Do you mean adding up all of your calories eaten vs. ... | |
| Freshman 15 | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I'm a 19-year-old female and I weigh 119 lbs. I used to weigh 112 lbs but I gained weight during the ... A: Try to get an hour of exercise a day, including both cardio and weight training. You've only put on ... | |
| Calories per day? | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: Rost, I hope you can help me. I weigh about 325 lbs. (alot, I know) I have this diet idea and I ... A: Laura, as my mentor Tom Venuto says, you need to BURN the fat, NOT starve the fat. Don't drop your ... | |
| Weight loss | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I've been on a diet since January 1st now. I cut out complex carbs and starches. My diet now ... A: First, if you're SICK, then you should try to exercise or cut your calories. Your body needs REST ... | |
| Weight loss | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm having a hard time losing weight. I lost 20lbs and now I've hit a plateau. I'm 5'4" and I'd like ... A: It's now the middle of February and you want to lose 50 pounds by May? I would say that's a little ... | |
| Weight loss | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: My names Ray, I'm 20 years old, male, 5 feet 11 inches and weigh 205 pounds. About 7 months ago i ... A: Raymond, to answer your first question, normal, HEALTHY weight loss is a pound or two a week. Don't ... | |
| Will I see any results in weight loss from this? | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I basically just started to eat just fruits and vegetables and whole wheat bread lately. My goal is ... A: When performers lose weight on stage, it's all WATER LOSS. I'm sure Michael lost 7 pounds a night on ... | |
| Alcohol | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: I have always been able to bulk up, but never able to get any definition.(I am not a competitive ... A: I don't know anything about male estrogen dominance, but I do know these things: First, in order to ... | |
| Gutt and Thighs | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I wanted to get advice on how to lose the belly and the fat thighs. For one, i am not overweight. I ... A: I get asked this question all the time. The bottom line is: you can't spot reduce belly fat. Just ... | |
| Belly pooch | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I'm 23-year-old female and 5'4". I went from 145 lbs to my current weight of 120 in about 5 months. ... A: Don't overwork your abdominals. You should exercise your abs just like any other muscle group: 3 to ... | |
| Beating a stubborn plateau | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: First, congrats on the weight loss! I am hoping you can give me some constructive advice. First, I ... A: First, congrats on what you have already accomplished. 14 pounds is a lot to be proud of. Next, I'd ... | |
| ohh no :( | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: Hey there, I need some quick information. I am female, 15 years old, 5'6 and weigh 110 pounds. I am ... A: Don't worry about it. You're not going to gain weight from a one-time indulgence in cake. What did ... | |
| Wieght loss | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: I currently weigh 162 pounds would like to be down to around 110 by August. Thats about 8 months. I ... A: Sure, 50 pounds in 8 months is reasonable. I usually recommend 1 or 2 pounds per week. Everyone is ... | |
| bad eating habits | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a female friend who is 21. She is 5'5 and I do not know her weight, but I would assume she is ... A: Well, there is something to be said for cycling your calories, but I fear she might not be eating ... | |
| Healthy Rate of Weight Loss | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: Hey Richard, I have always been in incredible shape. I have been an athlete my entire life but as ... A: It certainly sounds like you know what you're doing. A few things I can recommend based on what you ... | |
| How do I loose 56 pounds and fast? | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: I use to weigh 136 pounds. Then I gained like 70 pounds very quickly by eating a lot of PB&J ... A: There's nothing wrong with PBJ sandwiches as long as you eat REAL peanut butter (the only ingredient ... | |
| Zero Calorie Vitamin Water sweetened with Ace K and Sucralose | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: Can a vitamin enhanced zero calorie water beverage sweetened with Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose ... A: I don't believe it does, but I'm not a chemist, so I really can't give you a super-conclusive ... | |
| weight gain | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: Over the summer i started cutting junk food out of my diet, and trying to really eat healthy. I also ... A: Congratulations on your weight loss. Only you can tell what your calorie needs are, and this has to ... | |
| Sugar | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: Laurie! Does sugar cause weight gain or is the calories in the sugar that add up after a while that ... A: Well, this is Rick, not Laurie, but it's nice to meet you. Weight gain is a calculation of CALORIES ... | |
| protein | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: Is protein best consumed for breakfast or Dinner? I do not do heavy excercise, just brsik walking, ... A: Protein is best consumed throughout the day with every meal. However, if I had to pick ONE meal to ... | |
| losing weight | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I have been on a mission this year, and have lost 28.7 pounds. I am 5ft2", weigh 111pounds. I want ... A: First of all, congratulations on your accomplishment. Losing 28 pounds is great! You're ... | |
| after what time shouldn't you eat when trying to loss weight? | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: last meal? im drinking grean tea, is there any special brand i should buy and how many times a day ... A: Weight loss is calories in - calories out. It's more important to make sure you're eating the right ... | |
| Beer belly | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: Rick Is that a can of beer you are holding? You look like a younger version of my husband. He isnt ... A: UPDATE: Are you serious? Why did you rate my answer with all "1"s? I answered your question! Wow. ... | |
| weight loss help! | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: My name is Michelle and I just turned 18 years old . I would really appreciate it if you can please ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| weight loss and weight lifting | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I need to lose fat, and to do this i'm willing to run 30 min. every day, and i'm currently also ... A: Losing weight is a matter of calories in vs. calories out. You have to burn more energy than you ... | |
| the best way to lose weight? | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: im a 14 year old female and i am about 5'2 i believe.... i was wanting to know the best method for ... A: I'm sorry, but I don't like giving weight loss advice to children. You should consult a doctor or ... | |
| weightloss and running | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: I also have varicose veins. I am wondering what you would suggest in terms of an exercise schedule. ... A: You've got to start out SLOW and gradually progress. If you don't, you'll hurt yourself and stop ... | |
| Trail mix | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: Can you point me to a website that well let me compare the nutritional values of foods, especially ... A: I've always liked CalorieKing.com For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to ... | |
| numbers not adding up? | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: and thanks in advance for any input. I am a 23 year old male who is 5’8’’ tall. I have a ... A: You didn't mention any STRENGTH TRAINING in your routine. Are you lifting weights at all? If not, ... | |
| weight loss | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I am a 21 year old healthy male. I work out every single day 7 days a week, which includes full body ... A: Joe, you answered your own question. Getting that "ripped" look is 90% DIET. You might have ... | |
| weight loss during sleep | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: during the last four weeks i've been on a diet and weighing myself at night and in the a.m. why do i ... A: Don't weigh yourself more than once a week. Hourly variations in your weight can be caused by all ... | |
| 7 year old daughter's weight | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: My 7 year old is about 20 lbs overweight. She weighs 101lbs. and is about 48in. tall. In the past ... A: I'm not a doctor, and I wouldn't feel comfortable giving weight-loss advice for CHILDREN. I would ... | |
| losing weight- Impact on muscles | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I’ve decided to lose weight for basketball in order to improve my speed, quickness, and such, but I ... A: It sounds like you know what you're doing. Yes, if you keep using those muscles they shouldn't get ... | |
| fat loss | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: hey, how are you? i am 15 and 4 months, 58 kilograms (127 pounds) and about 170-180 cm's (5 feet 8 ... A: Q#2 - I don't know, I'd have to see it. Q#3 - Jogging and walking are great for you. Keep it up! ... | |
| Loose Skin After Weight Loss!? | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: Over the last year I've gone from 250 to 175 lbs which has left disgusting loose skin which exercise ... A: If you're YOUNG (20s) your skin might stretch back. I've had people tell me they've had luck with ... | |
| protien shakes | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: hey i know you said you do protiene shakes for weightlifting and stuff.. i font want to do one that ... A: You don't need creatine. That's an advanced supplement for bodybuilders and I don't recommend it for ... | |
| nutrition | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I'd like to know how to advise someone about a healthy diet, who has little or no knowledge of the ... A: The number one thing I recommend to people who are interested in learning how to lose weight is ... | |
| Whither whey? | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: Richard This whey protein seems to be popular and all the health food stores stock it. Is it just ... A: Whey protein is best used directly following a workout to speed nutrients into your muscles. When ... | |
| help---loose some wt please | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: nothing works i mean i try doing gym diet for a while n just cant loose any wt im really in ... A: No… stay away from PILLS. What you need is to eat right and exercise. There is no magic pill… ... | |
| hi | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Do protein shakes help with delayed onset muscle soreness? I get sore a lot after I swim 10 laps. ... A: Protein shakes will help your muscles repair faster, but I've never notice them reduce soreness. I ... | |
| Weight Loss Routine | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: My name is Bryanna and I am 15 years old. I have a slower metabolism then most, so I guess you could ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| weight loss | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: hello how can i loss 10 pounds by august 28 of this month august so that's about 2 weeks or less ... A: Safe weight loss is only a pound or two a week. Anything more is unsafe and unhealthy. For specific ... | |
| WEIGHT LOSS | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: HELLO I HAD A QUESTION ON HOW TO LOSE 25 POUNDS BY NOVEMBER 18 THAT'S ABOUT 2 MONTHS AND 1 WEEK FROM ... A: SAFE and effective weight loss is generally ONE or TWO pounds a WEEK. Any more is generally ... | |
| almonds | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if it is ok if i eat about 26 almonds, say, at lunch time, and then later on I eat 2 ... A: Almonds and bananas are both fine and VERY healthy for you. Just like you said, count your calories ... | |
| work out help | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: I need a little advice so I got a few questions. I am 20 years old and 195 lbs so I don’t need to ... A: Losing fat is a combination of BURNING calories and EATING less. You need both. Now as far as ... | |
| wwe | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: how to lose 10 pounds in 1 week and how to gain biceps and how to get better abs thank you richard A: 10 pounds in 1 week is not SENSIBLE for long-term weight loss. Sure, you can shed a quick 10 pounds ... | |
| fatty foods | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: first my mom wants me to cut down on a lot of things she wants to know that are there a lot of ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| multi vitamins | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I understand that some vitamin e has soybean oil as a filler. Is the amount of soy filler in vitamin ... A: I don't know. I'm a WEIGHT LOSS expert, not a physician. For specific information and step-by-step ... | |
| Trashed my summer | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: Hey Richard, well, this summer.. I've been away from home the entire time and didn't realise I was ... A: Kelly, I've read research that shows BOTH are equally good. You really just have to pick whichever ... | |
| products | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I am 44 YR OLD MAN IN GOOD SHAPE WORKOUT ALL THE TIME NON-DRINKER OR SMOKER.I WANT TO BULID MORE ... A: I don't recommend any chemicals other than basic protein powder. For specific information and ... | |
| Red Meat | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: There seems to be a lot of different opinions regarding how safe red meat is. I'm particularly ... A: I have no problem with red meat as long as it’s a lean cut. There's nothing wrong with a sirloin ... | |
| How to lose the weight | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I am 5'4 and 229lbs. I used to be more but i have lost 50 pounds thanks to portion control and ... A: Angela, if you've already lost 50 pounds, I would say KEEP DOING what you're doing! That's awesome. ... | |
| health | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: is that true? we don't have to count calories and take care only about the quality of food A: If you want to lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you take in. It's simple math. The ... | |
| Can a long Run Daily Reduce my Weight with some abdominal Excericses? | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I am 27 year old. Working in A firm as a Asst. Manager Import, since last year i am facing the ... A: I get asked this question all the time. The bottom line is: you can't spot reduce belly fat. Just ... | |
| Question. | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I plan on eating 1350 calories approx. My macros line up as this: 30% Fat 30% Protein 40% Carbs. ... A: Personally, I prefer 40/40/20 (protein, carbs, fat), but you need to figure out what works best for ... | |
| DID YOU HEAR THAT? | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering would you please tell me: why does our stomachs growl? Thanks A: Here's an interesting article on the subject: http://health.howstuffworks.com/stomach-growling.htm ... | |
| Hey | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I'm not happy with my body 1 bit! I'm small, weak, and kinda chubby (I'm 13 about 4 foot 9 ... A: Get some exercise every day. If you can't buy any weights, then try some body-weight exercises ... | |
| Losing the Rest of the Weight | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I'm 24 years old, and from the ages of 19- 22 I weighed around 200 pounds. Suddenly, within like two ... A: As you get older, your metabolism changes. It slows down, and you start to put on weight even though ... | |
| fat first? | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: Im eating organic/veg diet,gym 4-5 times a week. I have lost #7 in 21 days.still want to loose ... A: Fat loss and skin tightening have nothing to do with each other. Depending on your age, your skin's ... | |
| Weight loss and shaping up | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I really need your help. I'm a 61 year old male, 5-11", who's ballooned to 260 pounds, mainly from ... A: Add some weight training, and try to do a little more high-speed cardio. Walking is great for ... | |
| i dont know what to do! | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I am 14 years old, going to be 15 in October, and i wanna lose 20 lbs or more. I am 5 feet tall ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| Have only lost 2 pounds | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I have been going to the gym for about 7 and a half weeks, 3-5 times a day, and i have only lost ... A: Well, hopefully if you're including strength training in your routine at the gym, you've BUILT some ... | |
| Exercise routine | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: Before becoming pregnant with my second child, I had always remained at a healthy weight. ( 5'5" and ... A: I can't advise you on what the shakiness might be. I'm not a health professional. I would recommend ... | |
| Weight loss! | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: my name is tarry. i'm 14, i weigh 159 pounds, i'm 5 foot 6, and i'm over weight, over this upcoming ... A: Did you go to my web site and read the section on exercise? There are TONS of ideas up there. ... | |
| Atkins Diet | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I am 5ft 11inches tall and weigh 210lbs. I am 46 years old and to be honest my entire body is thin ... A: Again… bottom end of the pool. If your arms and legs are skinny, then don't worry, you might have no ... | |
| working out 5 days a week and not loosing weight! | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: For the past 7 weeks I have been working out 5 days a week (3 days of strength training & 2 days of ... A: CONGRATULATIONS! It sounds to me like you've burned some fat and built up some muscle! You said it ... | |
| weight | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: i tried lunges, crunches and situps(all aerobics) to lose weight my ,hips and buttocks are reduced ... A: I get asked this question all the time. The bottom line is: you can't spot reduce belly fat. Just ... | |
| Toning up (gaining muscle) vs. Losing weight | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I've read tons of articles about the importance of gaining muscle and toning your body to burn ... A: There's no reason you can't do both at the same time. Eat healthy, lift weights to build muscle, ... | |
| weight loss | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: Richard, I am 17 and weigh 312 pounds I am surrounded by people who eat nothing but greasy foods so ... A: Well, greasy foods sure aren't healthy for you. Do the best you can to eat LEAN foods (grilled ... | |
| Weight loss! | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: my name is tarry. i'm 14, i weigh 159 pounds, i'm 5 foot 6, and i'm over weight, over this upcoming ... A: The bottom line is going to be (1) you need to stop eating fast food, and (2) you need to get some ... | |
| Atkins Diet | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: I am 5ft 11inches tall and weigh 210lbs. I am 46 years old and to be honest my entire body is thin ... A: ANY reduced-calorie diet will help you lose weight if you also exercise. My problem with the Atkins ... | |
| Hey | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: Should I burn more calories than I eat? And about how many calories will i burn when jogging/walking ... A: If you want to lose weight you must burn more calories than you eat. You can burn about 400 ... | |
| How i loss weight | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I'm so worried about my increasing weight and want to lose it as quickly as possible. I'm 17 years ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| fat bally problem | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: i am mukesh I have no fats on my other body parts my problem is fat bally , i am very worried about ... A: I get asked this question all the time. The bottom line is: you can't spot reduce belly fat. Just ... | |
| Can protein deficiency damage kidneys? | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I've heard that during severe protein deficiency, body protein is broken down to provide protein for ... A: Sure… but I've also read that too MUCH protein can also cause kidney and liver problems. BUT… I'm ... | |
| routine advise | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: i have a question regarding AB workouts.. i have just started doing AB exercise around 15 days ... A: I don't know why people train their abs different from other muscle groups. You wouldn't do 60 reps ... | |
| experimental | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: Richard u r great. mywht will happn if we take only fat in our diet[saurated n unsaturated] wth ... A: You need carbs to fuel your workouts. Sure, you can live on just protein and fat, but when I've ... | |
| how to lose belly fat and Gastric. | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm a female 25 years old, 50kg, 147cm tall. I'm having a belly problem, I'm not sure whether it is ... A: This is something you should talk to a DOCTOR about. I'm a weight-loss expert - I can't help you ... | |
| 20 in 6 | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: i been on weight watchers and workout a hour a day 5 times a week for 3 months and haven't lost a ... A: Losing 20 pounds in 6 weeks is not practical or safe unless you're already EXTREMELY obese. Safe ... | |
| comming back from an injury | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: i am 14 and i have just come back from being out of gymnastics for 3 and a half months and i have ... A: ANY exercise is better than NO exercise. If you have to stay off your leg, then yes, just do ... | |
| dicrease the weight | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: My height is 5'9'' and my weight is 78 Kg. I think it is not a perfect according to my height. It ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| help me reduce cravings | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I am an Indian. my weight is 69kgs and height is 5'4". i am overweight. i want to reduce my weight. ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| weight loss | 4/25/2009 |
| Q: hey richard i am a 18 year old indian and i have lost around 30kilos in the past year(came down ... A: I'm not a dermatologist, so I really can't help you. Crunches BUILD MUSCLE in the abdominal region. ... | |
| breakfast | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: just wanted to ask something. they said breakfast is the most important meal of the day. but in my ... A: Breakfast = whatever meal you eat first after waking up. Getting fat = eating more calories than ... | |
| H.I.I.T. ? | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: Richard I seem to have found what works for me in terms of diet to lose weight. I reduced calories ... A: The NUMBER ONE RULE of working out is this: If it's not enjoyable, you won't do it… so pick an ... | |
| Regarding Weight Loss | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I am 171cm tall and weigh 62 kilogram.I have been exercising(walking for 70 min/jogging for 40 min 4 ... A: Ross, you're doing fine. Keep working out and eating healthy. Plateaus like this are NORMAL. You ... | |
| how can i lose 60 pounds? | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: my name is chante. i was wondering if you could help me and give me some advice and stuff about how ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| weight loss | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: hey richard i am a 18 year old indian and i have lost around 30kilos in the past year(came down ... A: Congratulations on your weight loss. 1. There not a whole lot you can do about loose skin except ... | |
| Fat loss | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: Hey there, I would like to ask you for a proper diet and maybe even exercices. My body is a pear ... A: I get asked this question all the time. The bottom line is: you can't spot reduce belly fat. Just ... | |
| 30 pounds | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: hi i was wondering whats a good way i could lose 30 pounds by the end of june A: I recommend eating healthy and exercising. You can only SAFELY and EFFECTIVELY expect to lose 1 or 2 ... | |
| How to lose 10 lbs in one month | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: My name is David and I've been eating healthy and keeping in shape for several years. I don't eat ... A: David, if what you're doing is working for you, then keep doing it. Here are some tips: 1. Try ... | |
| man boobs | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: em 21 years old male, living in pakistan em not at all overweight, em 6f and around 72 kgs, but i ... A: You should see a doctor. You might have a glandular problem. Some men have semi-active mammary ... | |
| Am I eating too few calroies? | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I am a 31 year old female. I am 5'4 and 154 lbs. Before I had my second child I was 130 lbs and ... A: 1100 calories should be fine. Remember, weight loss slows after that initial burst. A healthy pace ... | |
| j | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: Last summer and fall I went through a bulk to gain muscle and everything went well as I gained ... A: I get asked this question all the time. The bottom line is: you can't spot reduce belly fat. Just ... | |
| weight loss | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I am a 31 year old female who is trying to lose weight in a healthy way and I am trying to make sure ... A: It sounds like you're right on track. Remember, weight comes off faster at first (that's how people ... | |
| weight loss and energy | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I am a 55 year old women who has never had a weight issue till 2 years ago when menapause began. I ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| weight loss/ fitness | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: I am a 15 year old guy and i play football, weightlift, and wrestle. i way about 175- 180 and I ... A: I get asked this question all the time. The bottom line is: you can't spot reduce belly fat. Just ... | |
| weight loss | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: hey their Richard well i have lost around 67 pounds last year.........my problem is that after ... A: Are your hips wide because of fat or because of your bone structure? If the former, you'll have to ... | |
| Regarding Weight Loss | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I am 24years,5"8 and weigh 64-65 kilos.I used to be 80 kilos 7 months back and through ... A: When you first start losing weight, it comes off fast, then it slows down. Lots of people complain ... | |
| I want abs | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm 5"10 and am trying to lost some weight and get abs. Do you know a good exercise that won't cost ... A: There are plenty of exercises you can do with either body weight or just some inexpensive dumbells ... | |
| supplements gaining muscle | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: hey i'm 17 i'm training during the off season of a long wrestling season. my main goals is to gain ... A: I generally don't respond to any questions where someone commands me to "respond ASAP!" Drinking ... | |
| help me plz | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: also i go to sleep around 5am and wake up around 3pm is that stopping me from losing weight A: No, I'm a night owl too. As long as you get enough sleep, it won't effect your weight loss. For ... | |
| 35 in 3 months | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: i;ve been trying to lose 35 pounds by june 25 my family reunion but nothing really seems to be ... A: 35 pounds in 3 months is a bit on the tough side, but it's do-able. I recommend a pound or two a ... | |
| balanced nutrition | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: sir,i m male 24.i feel tired soon as i start working.can it be due too less iron content in blood.. ... A: See a doctor. I am a WEIGHT LOSS EXPERT. I can tell you what to eat to LOSE WEIGHT but if you're ... | |
| sugar-free Jell-o | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: Rick, I find sugar free Jell-o satisfies me at snack time. Should I be careful how much and how ... A: Ken, you should be careful how much you eat ANYTHING. I used to love guzzling diet soda (hey, no ... | |
| weigh loss | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I almost drink vinegar apple cider daily a teaspoon on a mug for a year has it a bad effect on ... A: I don't know. I am a WEIGHT LOSS EXPERT, not a doctor or a nutritionist. For specific information ... | |
| Lower abs excercises | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: Could you tell what excercises I can do to improve my lower abs? I find when I do situps, I have ... A: Inverted (or at least legs raised) crunches. Situps isolate the hip flexors more than the abs. And ... | |
| Gone through yr website..got few questions to ask | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I have gone through yr websote really a good source of information for those who want to lose ... A: I'm sorry, but I don't have time to look over someone else's web site. I have all of my ... | |
| Exercise and weight loss | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I am a 17 year old girl, about 165-170 pounds, 5"6, and not super big boned, but a slightly bigger ... A: Add some weight training to your routine. Building muscle will help you burn more fat. For specific ... | |
| advice.... | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: Hey Richard. I have a couple of questions for you. I am 6'0 and 221 pounds. I would like to lose 20 ... A: 1 or 2 pounds a week is a realistic safe weight-loss goal. Pushups are good for your chest. Situps ... | |
| A new diet plan | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I would like to eat healthy because I've recently discovered that the body and mind work together. ... A: I don't know what you mean by "foods that will help you stay focused." If you're looking for ... | |
| weight loss | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I have been working our 4-5 days per week for 7 weeks now, I do 30-40 minutes of cardio and lift ... A: Hey, a pound or two a WEEK is a reasonable expectation of weight loss. Anything faster is usually ... | |
| Gone through yr website..got few questions to ask | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I have gone through yr websote really a good source of information for those who want to lose ... A: Sure, there's nothing wrong with whole-wheat bread. Just eat in moderation and keep track of your ... | |
| v8 juice | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: i have ibs and any kinds of veggies are my number 1 trigger and i bloat really easily. i was ... A: V8 is OK, but I wouldn't rely on it as your only source of vegetables. For specific information and ... | |
| weight loss | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I'm getting ready to go into ROTC and would love to loose some weight. I'm 5 11" and 200 lbs so i ... A: 200 is a good weight for 5'11. I'm 5'11 and I look great at 200. You talked a lot about your ... | |
| Weight | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: If i binge on lots of food one eve because of alcohol then weig myself in te morning and afternoon ... A: If you "binge" then yes - add whatever weight of food you just ate to your weight. Try not to ... | |
| weight loss questions | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: Hy, I'm 19, male, about 6' 6" and normally weigh around 305 lbs. I get my fair share of exercise in ... A: Eat right, count your calories, get rid of the sugar (cola!) in your diet, get some cardio (20 min a ... | |
| 40 pounds in 4 months | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: hi im a 21 year old female and i was wondering how can i lose 40 pounds by my sister's wedding which ... A: 10 pounds a month? About 3 pounds a week. You can do it for the first couple of weeks, but after ... | |
| weight | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: should i lower calorie intake even more. and for example today i burned 735 calorie today out of ... A: Your individual calorie requirements are unique for your physiology. Nobody can say what the PERFECT ... | |
| Wann to loose weight | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: I m 27 years old and a nursing monther of 4 months old.Due to pregnency i have about 25 extra pounds ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| I'm fat | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: I'm 12 years old. weigh at 125 pounds. I'm starting to diet because I am fat. No way to tell me I'm ... A: Just focus on eating HEALTHY foods. 1000 calories is fine, but if you find yourself getting hungry, ... | |
| Hey, I have several questions about what my diet as a gymnast shoud be. | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: First let me say I am 15 years old. I just started gymnastics for the first time ever in November. ... A: You need to eat healthy and work on your upper-body strength with some basic weight lifting. For ... | |
| 40 by june | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: 20 weeks A: Losing 2 pounds a week for 20 weeks is hard to do. You might lose 2 pounds per week for the first ... | |
| Why is it that i dont seem to lose weight | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: Just wondering if you could answer something for me. I am a 28 year old female, i work out in the ... A: You just answered your own question. You probably built muscle up to counter the fat you burned. ... | |
| food combining | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: lately I have been trying to consider proper food combinations as well as eating healthy foods. In ... A: Yes, whole wheat is considered a starchy carbohydrate. It's better for you than white bread, but eat ... | |
| weightloss | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: i weigh 300lbs and 5 foot 8, and am now on a calorie controlled diet, im just really confused about ... A: Everyone is different. I can give you guildelines, but the truth is you need to find a calorie count ... | |
| Right amount of exercise | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: I'm 21, 5 foot 10 inches and clock in at about 240 pounds. I've recently started a new weight-loss ... A: Weight loss is CALORIES IN - CALORIES OUT. While you're eating better, you need to count your ... | |
| weight loss | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: you seem the person to ask. I'm asking for myself, but also for my son (whose name is also Richard) ... A: To lose weight and keep it off you need CARDIO (which you're getting on the treadmill) plus STRENGTH ... | |
| Sodium in Food/Labelling | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: When you look at a label and it mentions 3000mg of sodium per ham. I would assume that if the ham ... A: Sure, boiling it in water will leech off some of the salt, but honestly, I'm a WEIGHT LOSS expert. ... | |
| advice... | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: Hey I have a few questions. 1) Is there any way for me to figure out how many pounds of body fat I ... A: Lee, I address all of these questions in depth on my web site, but in a nutshell: 1. This is really ... | |
| weight loss/with age | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I am a 42 year old female. In the past 2 years I have gained 20lbs. I have tried several eating ... A: 1000 calories a day isn't much. Your body will hold on to fat if you aren't getting enough food. ... | |
| Protein | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 5'4", 170 lbs 38-year-old male. With muscle gain, I think my ideal weight should be 150 lbs. ... A: I've always recommended a 40/40/20 division of protein/carb/fat for your diet. Figure out how many ... | |
| weight | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: i am only 20 years old and i am obese. i weigh 185 pounds and am only 5'5". i would say 50% of my ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| Weight Loss/Diet | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: I'm 27 6'0 245 an wanna get this gut off & was wondering what kind of diet/exercise regiment you ... A: You can't "eat big late" nor "stuff yourself" with anything. You need to control your eating if you ... | |
| Wish to lose weight and keep it off | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I don't have a big problem-I weight 61 kgs, or 135 pounds, and I am 5 4', and 28 years of age. I ... A: Exercise is only half the battle. You also need to eat properly. For specific information and ... | |
| Weight loss and exercise | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I am a 16 year old girl, 170 pounds, 5"6. For about 8 months, I have been gradually bettering my ... A: You've got to BURN the fat off, you can't STARVE it off. Make sure you're eating the right amount of ... | |
| advice needed... | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: Hey I have a couple of questions. I been exercising on a regular basis but now realize I need to eat ... A: How many calories you need in a day vary based on your age, weight, and level of activity. Only you ... | |
| weight loss | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: I'm 33 yrs old female.I'm 162cms height and 74 kg weight.Since I'm Indian ,I take all Indian type ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| Nutrition | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: Currently i am 21 years of age and at this point in my life my health is quite important to me. ... A: I would say a 2000 calorie diet made up of 40/40/20 carbs/protein/fat would be fine for someone of ... | |
| Losing weight in weird places | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: REJOICEE!!! I am losing weight!!! ..But in a weird way. OK, you will be the first person I am ... A: You answered your own question. You need to eat clean foods. Ramen noodles and Chinese takeout ... | |
| Starvation mode | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: If I want to lose weight and gradually reduce my calorie intake, wont I come to a point where my ... A: You need to find a point where your taking in enough calories to meet your daily expenditure. The ... | |
| Weight Lost | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: Laura I'm an 18 year old female struggling with weight lost. I weight around 230-250 I haven't ... A: Crystal… you've touched on a couple of key points that many people face. Yes, some days you're going ... | |
| weight loss | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: ive been on a diet for a few weeks now, no sugar or fried foods anymore loads of fruit and ... A: Are you keeping track of what you're eating in a journal? Are you counting your calories? Are you ... | |
| feeling weak when losing weight | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: Im a 5'5" 128-130lb female. I'm 20yrs old. when i start to lose weight i start to feel weak, ... A: I'm not a doctor, and you might want to consult with one if you're always feeling weak. It sounds ... | |
| HIIT | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: i'm 15 this year. I have been doing the HIIT program for 5-6 weeks now. I gained weight at first but ... A: It could just be your body type. Some people respond really well to HIIT. Others (like me) seem to ... | |
| hi i need an answer | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: um i heard about this thing called Acai Berry Supplements it's like a juice thing that's supposed to ... A: I've never heard of it, but I don't recommend any gimmicks, juices, pills, or anything like that. ... | |
| Lethal dose of water? | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: I'm not sure who or where to ask this question. I read somewhere on the internet that drinking too ... A: Yes, it is true. I don't know how much you would need, but it's a lot. Basically one problem is that ... | |
| 40 | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: i tried everything and nothing work I've tried weight watchers, best life, and slim fast. lately i ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| weight loss | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: what is the best way to loss the fat from my belly, legs and arms without having excess skin ... A: If you are seriously overweight, the only way to get rid of all of that skin is surgery. If you're ... | |
| Weight Loss Stagnant | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: I am a 23 year old girl,height 172 cm and weight 67.5 kgs.I used to weigh nearly 80 kgs around 5 ... A: There are many charts online that you can look up your "ideal" weight, and most of them are wrong. ... | |
| Protein | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: I'm working out right now and i just want to know which protein shake i should get or which one you ... A: Danny, most when protein shakes are just about the same nutritionally. I tend to get the least ... | |
| Weightloss | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: Congratulations on your tremendous weightloss. I hope you can offer me some advice. I am a 36 year ... A: If you've lost 7 pounds in 3 months, that's still a good accomplishment. Be proud of what you' HAVE ... | |
| advice please... | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a question for you. I have already worked out a healthy eating plan and also a workout ... A: 20 pounds of fat in 8 weeks? It's possible, but it will be VERY hard. I would shoot for a more ... | |
| Diet and Nutrition | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for some advice on nutrition and writing to get expert advice on my query For the last ... A: Personally, I lift a lot of weights, so I couldn't go without the PROTEIN from meat products. I ... | |
| I am not losing weight but I eat well and exercise! | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: I have decided, about two months ago, to start taking care of myself by eating well and exercising. ... A: Margarine is BAD for you. Any product with SATURATED FAT is bad. Try to reduce your red meat intake ... | |
| help! | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I am 18 years old (going on 19) and have had a bad start to my dieting life!! I weigh about 48kg. I ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| advice please... | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a question for you. I have already worked out a healthy eating plan and also a workout ... A: Safe, effective weight loss is about a pound or two a week. It will come off faster at first (maybe ... | |
| Fitness | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: Hey, I have a slight problem. I have one son he is 13 and I have noticed he is putting on a bit of ... A: There often isn't much you can do or say to a teenager to get them to lose weight. They have to want ... | |
| Alternative ways of taking Whey Protein | 10/14/2008 |
| Q: I find it very difficult to drink my whey protein shake, with milk or water, i was wondering if ... A: I like to mix it with cereal or yogurt. For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how ... | |
| what to do when you stop losing | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I have been on a diet (off and on) since Feb. so far i've lost from 159 to 142 (17lbs). I am 5' 5' ... A: Congrats on your weight loss 17 pounds is an accomplishment. Yes, your body will adjust to your ... | |
| Stomach fat | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: i am looking for the quickest way to burn stomach fat and get rid of my gut? Im not good at sticking ... A: I get asked this question all the time. The bottom line is: you can't spot reduce belly fat. Just ... | |
| advice... | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 questions. 1) My birthday is right at 6 weeks away. I have a goal to lose 20 lbs of body ... A: You cannot spot reduce fat in one specific area of your body. You have to remove the fat over your ... | |
| How to stop eatting to much | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I'm not severely over weight yet, but since I have moved away from home and to college I have ... A: Kristina, it's more about what you eat then how much you eat. If you're eating the right foods ... | |
| advice... | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 questions. 1) My birthday is right at 6 weeks away. I have a goal to lose 20 lbs of body ... A: 1. 20 pounds is pushing it. You're going to really have to bust your hump. 1 to 2 pounds a week is ... | |
| Weight Loss | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: Hi Richard i weight 300 and i going to the police academy in April of 2009 i need to lose some ... A: Start running slowly now. Gradually work your way up to 5 miles a day. You've got 7 months... so ... | |
| rowing to lose fat | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I have started using a rowing machine at homw for 45 mins a day but not losing weight.I weigh 9stone ... A: Keep up the exercise. Watch your calorie intake. Lift some weights. For specific information and ... | |
| Gut | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I am 50,in pretty good shape for my age. I run and hit the weights several times a week and eat very ... A: Carl, the belly is the first place men put weight on. If you have ANY body fat, that's where it's ... | |
| Breakfast | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: In the morning, on a good day, I have time fix a bowl of oatmeal or cereal with a little milk and ... A: I eat oatmeal myself for breakfast in the winter. In the summer it's too warm, I usually stick with ... | |
| Skinny/Fat | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I am 6 foot 1 ,155 pounds with thin limbs, but there is still fat around my stomach. I am confused, ... A: The male body is a funny thing... you could be rail thin yet still have belly fat. That's just where ... | |
| height gaining | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: i am raman .I want to increse my height by 1 or 2 inch.I do exercise daily at gym is there any bad ... A: You can't increase your HEIGHT through exercise. For specific information and step-by-step ... | |
| Please Help | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: i am a 20 years old guy,i weigh about 105 Kgs. i need to loose 15 Kgs. the problem is i have been on ... A: You might not be getting ENOUGH calories. Your body thinks it's starving and will hold on to the fat ... | |
| WANNALOSEWEIGHT | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: i am 15 and i really want to lose weight even though i am not overweight im quite average, ok but i ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| weight loss/exercise | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: I am a 40 year old women. I am "5.2". Since I am short, any extra weight I gain makes a big ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| high protein diets | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I have been on a diet for the last six months and and lost a little over 70 pounds. I have reached ... A: CONGRATULATIONS on losing 70 pounds. That's no easy task. What you need to do is FIRE UP your ... | |
| Self Esteem and Fat | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: I have horrible self esteem because of my body. I am a 34 year old male and I am about 186 to ... A: What you're going through is common. I personally suffer from mild seasonal effective disorder. Here ... | |
| broccoli | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: Can you tell me if the head of the broccoli or the stalk is more healthy? Also, can you tell me ... A: I'm *pretty sure* the head contains more vitamins and minerals than the stalk of broccoli. The stalk ... | |
| How much of what should be eaten | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: okay so i am a 17 year old and i need to loose about 25 pounds or so for my health and so i can get ... A: I've always liked a 40/40/20 balance between protein / carbs / and fats. Try to eat lean meats like ... | |
| A question about exercise | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: I am by no means overweight(5'1 102 pounds) but i try to exercise everyday for 20-30 mins. The ... A: Fitness is a journey, not a destination. There's nothing wrong with exercising every day if you ... | |
| weight loss | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: my bodyfat is 14%, i want to reduce it to 7-8% to be able to see my abs. I was 18% bodyfat, i've ... A: I had the same problem. My wife told me when I got down to about 180 pounds that I looked sick - my ... | |
| weight loss | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I excercise for atleast two hours daily, and eat less than 1000 calories a day but I'm still a ... A: You might be overtraining. Your body will actually go into starvation mode if you don't eat ENOUGH ... | |
| Weight Loss | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I'm a 27 yr. old african american female. I weigh 215lbs. and I'm stand about 5"4. Every since my ... A: Lisa, you know what you have to do. You said it yourself in your question. You have to exercise ... | |
| 5 pound weight gain from binges | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I am recovering from binge eating disorder... I have been doing well, until this past week. I am ... A: Shannon, just do the best you can every day. Yesterday is gone. Worry about your eating for TODAY. ... | |
| diet food | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: my husband is trying to lose weight and is struggling with his morale because he feels hungry all ... A: Lucy tell him my number one rule of weight loss: YOU HAVE TO *BURN* FAT OFF... NOT STARVE IT OFF. ... | |
| diet and getting fitter | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: i am 14 and i play rugby, i would like to have a program that will help me loss body fat and at the ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| Calorie Deficit | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: What is a daily calorie deficit? Mine is 2,154 but I don't know what it means? Thanks :) A: Wow, that's a HUGE deficit! Calorie deficit is basically the difference between what you eat and ... | |
| me | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: alright mate i just rele wanted a bit of advice on how i can diet me self like you have if you cud ... A: For specific information and step-by-step guidelines on how to lose weight and be healthy, visit my ... | |
| advice please. | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I am 25 year old man looking to lose some weight. Right now, I try to eat healthy, and I exercise ... A: You have your answer right in front of you: stop eating junk food, and don't eat before bed. The ... | |
| fruit | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to lose/maintain my weight of 123 (5'4") I jog 4 miles/day and work out with weights ... A: There's absolutely nothing wrong with fruit. I eat it all the time too. As with anything, don't go ... | |
| Losing 20 lbs before September | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: Im 5'3, 175 lbs, and 16 years old. I would like to lose 20 lbs before the school year starts. How ... A: At your height and weight, losing 20 pounds is a SIGNIFICANT drop. If you eat right and exercise you ... | |
| ? | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I am 21 years old and a big build of six feet two inches. In about 1 year I have worked hard to ... A: Don't overdo it. Your body WILL start to fight back eventually. If you get TOO thin, your body will ... | |
| advice please. | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I am 25 year old man looking to lose some weight. Right now, I try to eat healthy, and I exercise ... A: 3-5 pounds a week AT FIRST is realistic. After that, it will probably come down to 1-3 pounds a ... | |
| Weightloss | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I'm 13 164cm in height and i way around 90kg. i don't look that big but i do look overweight. i go ... A: Exercise is only half the equation. What does your diet look like? If you're looking for general ... | |
| Better Life | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: All my life Ive had ups and downs with weight...If I had to pick a weight that Ive had for the most ... A: Jennifer, you can't spot-reduce fat. See: http://ricksweightloss.com/blog/display-article.asp?ID=38 ... | |
| i cant lose weight | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: i am 14 and play rugby and im a rower, i am quite healthy and i do a lot of sports like i said, but ... A: Tom, you mentioned that you're active and athletic, but what does your diet look like? My first ... | |
| Maximising my physical stature | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: I have just turned 17 and am trying to prepare for another rugby season. Last year i suffered a lack ... A: If you're looking for general information on how to lose weight and be healthy, just visit my web ... | |
| thenewme | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: also weight the healthy weight for me. A: See my web site for information on proper diet, nutrition, exercise, weight-lifting routines, and ... | |
| no neccessarily, "fat" | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: I've been ridiculed by some of my friends and parents about my "fat." I'm 19, 6'0 and 167 lbs. ... A: You're fine. 167 is a perfectly healthy weight for a 19-year-old of your height. I would suggest ... | |
| diet | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: You seem to be the one to ask re; weight loss. I commend you on your weight loss. This is not ... A: You can't spot-reduce fat in certain sections (like the belly). It comes off over your WHOLE body. ... | |
| Garlic to lose weight? | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: Ok, this is a WEIRD question. Hopefully you can answer this... I was in a weight loss forum and ... A: Weight loss is a simple function of CALORIES IN being less than CALORIES OUT. Now, some stimulants ... | |
| weightloss | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: what is the best way to lose weight diet or exercise A: BOTH! Eat healthy AND get a good amount of exercise. Calories In < Calories Out. See my web site ... | |
| Losing a lot of weight | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: Richard, I'm writing to you because I feel like I have SO much weight to lose that it seems ... A: Cables and body-weight exercises are a great start. Just look at Marines! Keep your calories eaten ... | |
| fat | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: im andrea. im 17 years old and i weigh 183 pounds. I have lots of muscle. Im a tomboy. I like to ... A: It sounds to me like you might not be getting enough FAT in your diet. When people tell me they eat ... | |
| how 2 grow taller | 6/20/2008 |
| Q: IAm 18,male from india , im about 5'7 height , but i wanna grow height a bit more so can u suggest ... A: I'm sorry, but I'm a WEIGHT LOSS expert. I have no idea how to grow taller, or how to make you more ... | |
| food sources for some minerals | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to find a list of foods - fruits, nuts, vegetables, grains mostly - that contain the ... A: Wow... I don't know of any off the top of my head, but I know bananas are real high in potassium, ... | |
| Eating times.... | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: Hey Rick, thank you for your inspiring story. I would like to know about eating habits. I'm not an ... A: On the contrary... in order to speed up your metabolism you have to do the EXACT OPPOSITE. You need ... | |
| weight loss | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: I lift alot so a majority of that 194 pounds is muscle. Ac ouple of months ago i got lazy on my ... A: You answered your own question... late night snacking will definitely put on the pounds. Make sure ... | |
| weight | 6/8/2008 |
| Q: I am a 5’2” 140 lb 44-year-old female. About 5 years ago, I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. ... A: Lisa, I'm not a doctor, so I really don't like giving advice to folks with special medical ... | |
| HIGH PROTEIN DIET AND EXERCISE | 6/6/2008 |
| Q: I am 45 years old and have to lose +- 34 kg. I am on a high protein diet and gym 2 hours a day. Will ... A: Well, depending on how much you currently weigh, I would say YES, you should be able to lose the ... | |
| Biking or Running | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: Which is a more effective way to loose weight, biking or running? I tried both and running got me ... A: Both are effective. Do whatever you enjoy. Personally, I prefer cycling, but that's just me. ... | |
| too much gut | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: I am 28 years old, 5'10" and 210 lbs. I want to loose 20 - 25 lbs. I was pretty active in high ... A: See my web site for information on proper diet, nutrition, exercise, weight-lifting routines, and ... | |
| New lifestyle...no weight loss? | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: I have recently changed jobs and now work on a mine site, and have realised I am eating more ... A: Sounds like you're eating just fine. If you want to lose weight, you have to BURN more calories than ... | |
| Protein Shakes | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: Good morning, Mr. Rost. Would it be safe to replace all daily meals (for a few days) with just a ... A: No, I don't recommend a protein-shake-only diet. Your body needs real food. One shake a day is fine ... | |
| fruit and children | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: i was wondering if too much fruit is unhealthy for young children. my wife and i disagree on the ... A: Art, I'm not a nutritionist or a doctor, so PLEASE consult one before taking my advice - especially ... | |
| Why Cant I Lose Weight? | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: For the past two months Ive been trying really hard to lose weight. Ive only lost one pound. Im 18 ... A: Stacy, first, stop taking weight-loss pills. I don't recommend them. Second, while walking is GREAT ... | |
| summer weight loss? | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: Rost, thanks for your time. Over the summer (approx. 3 months), I would like to lose this extra ... A: Cristi, I'm really not an expert with YOUTH weight loss, so I wouldn't want to give you any SPECIFIC ... | |
| Weight Loss | 5/26/2008 |
| Q: I read a little bit in your website. Congratulations! I am not that overweight. I am about 150 & ... A: Nothing wrong with a "ghetto booty" as long as you firm it up! I know - my family is Italian and we ... | |
| I want to lose about 20 pounds | 5/26/2008 |
| Q: I am 27 years old and I use to be in shape (ex-Military). But I don't know what happened. Since ... A: Beckie, We all put weight on over the winter. I put on about 30 extra pounds myself since last ... | |
| Exercising, but not losing weight | 5/25/2008 |
| Q: I am about 40 lbs. overweight. Except for the occasional diet, I've been the same weight since I was ... A: Linda, you could be BUILDING MUSCLE. You said you're weight training. That's GREAT. As you build ... | |
| weight loss | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: I am really desperate right now. I have been trying to lose weight since last year and I've been ... A: 700 calories is really very little food. Make sure you're getting enough HEALTHY FAT in your diet ... | |
| Shifting calories diet | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: Would you recommend this diet? http://SampleDiets.CalorieShiftingDiet.info Thank you very much :) ... A: You have to find the best calorie intake that works for YOU. If you take in too FEW calories, ... | |
| about weight loss | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a question i started dieting about a month ago seems like im losing 2 lbs a week which is ... A: If it's working for you, I wouldn't change a thing. Everything you're doing sounds great. 2 pounds a ... | |
| Shifting calories diet | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: Would you recommend this diet? http://SampleDiets.CalorieShiftingDiet.info Thank you very much :) A: Just taking a brief look at it, it looks OK. Basically, you want to eat HEALTHY foods in the right ... | |
| 160, and wanting to lose some weight | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: Hey! How are you? I have a question about dieting/losing weight, and i hope you can help me out on ... A: School food is FAR from healthy. I have two kids in high school where they consider ketchup a ... | |
| totally confused on nutrition | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I've been looking up nutrition and it has got me totally confused on what to eat. I'm 6 feet tall, ... A: Daniel, for a complete nutrition plan, all I can do is point you to my web site. I've got TONS of ... | |
| nursing and nutrition | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: What kinds of foods and how much should I be eating while nursing in order to have proper nutrition ... A: You should eat the same kinds of healthy foods you ALWAYS should eat (lean proteins, healthy carbs, ... | |
| weight loss | 5/9/2008 |
| Q: i am very unhappy and would like help on how to eat right and lose weight. any advice i would ... A: See my web site for lots of information on proper nutrition and exercise. Download my FREE eBook, ... | |
| potatoes | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: Are plain boiled potatoes ok for a healthy diet (2 potatoes daily)? I'm trying to phase of white ... A: I would prefer you eat yams, brown rice, quinoa, or any other WHOLE GRAIN source - even whole wheat ... | |
| weight loss | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: I have been on a diet for about 2 weeks, the first week i lost 4.5 lbs. When I weight myself again ... A: Your weight can fluctuate greatly over even a couple of days, just from certain things like how ... | |
| Birthday Binge | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I have been on Jenny Craig for 8 weeks. I have not cheated...until yesterday. It was my 29th ... A: You're fine. One day isn't going to kill you. Get back on the horse and you'll be fine. It's what ... | |
| Whey Protein | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: Rost. My question is, are there any bad side-affects to whey protein drink. I know someone who is ... A: Michael, I'm not a doctor, but there's nothing wrong with NATURAL whey protein. It's basically a ... | |
| again | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: i know i might of ask you this before but i was wonder if i eat 20 carbs a day only will i be able ... A: Once again... healthy weight loss is about a pound or two a day, and it's completely dependant upon ... | |
| Weight loss for July | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: Please help!!! I lost lots of weight overtime to be healthy. I have gained everything I lost back ... A: Everyone wants to lose weight super-fast. I tell everyone the same thing... HEALTHY weight loss with ... | |
| burning off alcohol | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: Can the body burn off alcohol with exercise? Some say no and some say yes.Those who say no claim ... A: Here's what I've read in physiology and fitness books: YES, you can burn off alcohol with exercise, ... | |
| belly fat | 4/24/2008 |
| Q: i have struggled to lose belly fat for a long time. I want to lose my fat. How can I? A: Proper diet and exercise my friend. There is no easy answer to this question. Visit my web site to ... | |
| lose 20 pounds | 4/23/2008 |
| Q: i'm 13 years and i want to lose 20 pounds by the time i go to san antonio which is in one month ... A: Ana, I'm VERY cautious when instructing children how to lose weight... so what I'm going to say is ... | |
| black vs green olives | 4/21/2008 |
| Q: I recently had an argument with a friend that claims there is no nutritional value in black olives. ... A: I'm not an olive expert, but I love both types. You could probably solve this debate with a Google ... | |
| Cant reduce belly | 4/20/2008 |
| Q: Richard I will turn 50 next month.I am 5'8" 230 pounds-short and stocky but fairly muscular. I took ... A: Carl, congrats on remaining active. I'm 35 myself and I try to stay as active as possible in the ... | |
| please help! | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: i just gave birth to a baby, i have to loose 40 pounds.i am very worried as i cant even get out and ... A: Nazia, take it slow. Giving birth is a traumatic experience for your body. Don't rush into things. ... | |
| again | 4/12/2008 |
| Q: i know i might of ask you this before but i was wonder if i eat 20 carbs a day only will i be able ... A: Tiffany, weight-loss is SO much more than JUST counting calories or carbs. You need to: 1. Eat the ... | |
| unsuccessful efforts | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: About a month ago I stopped being in denial regarding my diet and lack of exercise. After several ... A: There are two important things to remember... first, that you have to give any new change in your ... | |
| weight loss | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: I am a 33yoF weighing 188lbs at 5'3" I would like to lose 2lbs a week to a goal weight of 130. ... A: I think you're right-on as far as your calories go and your weight loss expectations (1 to 2 pounds ... | |
| Dieting | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: Hey Richard. I was just wondering if you knew a good site to go to that could help me set up a good ... A: Well, of course I do... http://www.RicksWeightLoss.com I've got a lot of great tips for a ... | |
| proper diet and exercise | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: I've been working out at the gym. But I want to ask what will be the ideal work out to have a ... A: Mmmm... Jessica Alba. Thanks for that image. Anyhow... I hear this from a lot of women, "I DONT ... | |
| 40 | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: hi i was wondering whats a good way i ca lose 40 pounds by july 1? if 40 is too much whats a ... A: In order to tell you how much weight you can SAFELY lose, I would need to know your height and ... | |
| Weight Loss Question | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: How are you doing? I'm wondering what I can do to lose weight successfully long-term, naturally for ... A: Wow. Long email! I'll start out by saying that I'm not a big fan of diet pills... so I stay away ... | |
| Lost weight, scared of fat! | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: I picked you to answer my question because like you, I lost a great deal of weight. I'm a 38-year ... A: YES, YES, YES... you need to have HEALTHY fats in your diet. I recommend the 40/40/20 rule which ... | |
| Love handles | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: Ok, My name is Ashly.Im 18, About 116 Lb and im 5'3.I have been taking kickboxing for about 3 years ... A: Women tend to store fat in their hips and buttocks. For guys it's the belly area. It's the first ... | |
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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.
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