Tips For Making Your Ideal Body

[Guest Flistan]

I've gotten a lot of help and great advice from this community, so I decided to give something back. ^.^ I've found this to be overall effective in the little time I've tried it in controlling weight and maintaining personal health as well as desired body shape/maintenance. If you have any tips to add on maintaining weight and/or building a form to the body, it may be helpful to format your addition in tabs, quotes, or font colors to stand out when people skip for topics they need or to see if they will restate what someone has said. Thanks!

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Overall health/weight

+protein(for muscle)- eggs, meats, and other foods high in protein as well as powdered supplements

+water- the more you drink, the more you get thirsty

+fiber- helps absorb nutrients and essentials like water

+MORE SLEEP- yes it does help! Regulate your sleep and get your hours. It's healthier, gives you more energy overall, and does help your metabolism!

+try to keep track of meals- eat more breakfast if you can, and snack more than having large meals. Don't eat too much especially sugar before bed.

+QUIT SODA, ALCOHOL, AND ENERGY DRINKS. x.x I quit drinking soda and energy drinks from 2 a day to maybe once a week. Take it gradually if you have to. Tea is a lot better for you so you might use it to try and quit if you want. I drank Pepsi 0 when I started quitting and I thought it was a lot tastier than the old diet stuff and Pepsi 1. You will feel better in the long run.

If anyone has any more tips- I guess you could format it in FF8C00 color orange for a header for better scanning? Just a suggestion.

*NOTE- I will add a recipe later of a delicious, nutritious fruit slush that you can have every morning that is amazing. ^.^ IT WILL BE IN THIS FONT (#FF8C00 Impact) for those who are scanning this.

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Basic overview of physical training...

reps=repetitions (aka how many you do)

Types of Training...

Strength training: fewer reps higher weight/resistance

Tone: higher reps less weight/resistance

Agility: foot, coordination, aerobic, distance

Endurance: LOTS of aerobic

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Random, general things I have found helpful...

+Stretch before exercising (although I don't really follow that too well... ><)(might be more beneficial for MTF's working on tone and flexibility as well)

+Have easy-access weights to put in a place you can remember to use them occasionally. I have those ones that strap to your wrists or ankles and every now and then I might spend 5minutes or so (training myself up) just using the exercises I have found.

+The straps mentioned previously are good to wear around doing normal daily activities or even walking for more strength and endurance.

+A RECUMBENT bike (meaning you lay back instead of sit up straight) - my sister had to get one for pt and it works like a charm. We got ours from Walmart for $100. It's called a Stamina r360s and you can use it for a long time and not wear out. It's really good when listening to music or watching TV. It's a heck of a lot easier then that bloody Eclipse machine we have... T.T

+If you get it, you may be interested in FitTV. *shrug*

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FOR MTF's

I don't exactly have experience enough to provide info since I do not have the same obstacles and I'm not sure what the main topics are to provide. If someone could post their own health/exercise routines for MTF- I'd appreciate it and I'm sure others would too. ^.^ My format is color 800080, size 4, impact Here's all I can give atm.

+GLUTES

- http://exercise.about.com/od/butthipsthighs/tp/butt.htm

Also- you might want to try belly dancing. There's a show on FitTV called Shimmy that you can use if you want. Belly dancing is fun, great for flexibility, and it might even train you to move in feminine ways. ^.^

I wish I still did belly dancing... *sigh*

I think basically any aerobically involved and higher rep exercise would help?

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FOR FTM's

+TRICEPS/BICEPS

- for batwings- http://www.dietbites.com/Holiday-Dieting/diet-bat-wings.html

- push-ups/arm lifts/hangs

+ABS

- sit-ups

+GLUTES

- (same as I put for MTF's) http://exercise.about.com/od/butthipsthighs/tp/butt.htm

Still need help adding to this. ^.^

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I hope this information is as beneficial and correct as possible. ^.^ Please correct me if I'm wrong with anything or if you have more to add- I guess you could quote it if you need to.

Start slow, build up, and don't lose hope!

Stay beautiful. <3

[Guest Elizabeth K]

GOOD INFO! thanx

All I can add right now is that a proper diet should be a life-long habit.

Also - we get a tremendous amount of water out of food - so sometimes when we are hungary, we are really thirsty. So try a galss of water to see if it curbs your cravings - And it is bad to drink huge amounts of water: 8 glasses of water a day is an urban legend! NOT TRUE.

An accurate scale is a must. And you DO need to weigh at least twice a week! Some people think if they don't weigh they are not in trouble. WRONG you need to know immediately when you are off your routine.

And MTF - lose weight before you get on HRT if possible. Hormones will really make it hard to get weight loss going. And the fat DOES NOT redistribute. All new weight follows a female distribution. Old weigtht stays in place - male pattern.

Hope this helps

Lizzy

[Guest Flistan]

Also - we get a tremendous amount of water out of food - so sometimes when we are hungary, we are really thirsty. So try a galss of water to see if it curbs your cravings - And it is bad to drink huge amounts of water: 8 glasses of water a day is an urban legend! NOT TRUE.

more on WATER

Thanks for adding! Yeah- don't drink too much water! My dad (wasn't really smart) drank 2 gallons in a day and went to the ER for water poisoning... -.- Too much of anything can be harmful.

There have been studies I've heard about drinking cold water versus warm/room temperature water. I'm not sure if it's true but cool water is to help the body energize to keep warm thus burning more calories and maintaining body temperature when exercising while drinking average water is better for digestion.

[Guest Flistan]

Whops- I probably should have added this in the health/exercise forum... >< I hate messing up like that- think they can move it for us?

[Guest Kaitlyn88]

I've just been trying to gain weight. I gained 50 pounds and finally am a good weight for my height and being female. Now I'm just trying to maintain it.

[Guest sarah f]

Thanks for the information. I am about to start back up at the gym full time and want to flatten out my stomach. I just have a little pouch that I want to get rid of. I also want to tighten up my legs. I am probably going to go to the aerobic classes for that.

Love,

Sarah F

[Guest Flistan]

I've just been trying to gain weight. I gained 50 pounds and finally am a good weight for my height and being female. Now I'm just trying to maintain it.

WOW- that is amazing work you've done. You look awesome! That's another point- losing weight isn't the only thing to make your body the way you want. I'm glad there's a girl out there that knows being skinny isn't everything. ^.^ I just wish I looked good with how much I weigh... ><

[Guest Kaitlyn88]

WOW- that is amazing work you've done. You look awesome! That's another point- losing weight isn't the only thing to make your body the way you want. I'm glad there's a girl out there that knows being skinny isn't everything. ^.^ I just wish I looked good with how much I weigh... ><

Thanks! I think you look great.

[Guest praisedbeherhooves]

I've gotten a lot of help and great advice from this community, so I decided to give something back. ^.^ I've found this to be overall effective in the little time I've tried it in controlling weight and maintaining personal health as well as desired body shape/maintenance. If you have any tips to add on maintaining weight and/or building a form to the body, it may be helpful to format your addition in tabs, quotes, or font colors to stand out when people skip for topics they need or to see if they will restate what someone has said. Thanks!

------------------------------------------------------

Overall health/weight

+protein(for muscle)- eggs, meats, and other foods high in protein as well as powdered supplements

+water- the more you drink, the more you get thirsty

+fiber- helps absorb nutrients and essentials like water

+MORE SLEEP- yes it does help! Regulate your sleep and get your hours. It's healthier, gives you more energy overall, and does help your metabolism!

+try to keep track of meals- eat more breakfast if you can, and snack more than having large meals. Don't eat too much especially sugar before bed.

+QUIT SODA, ALCOHOL, AND ENERGY DRINKS. x.x I quit drinking soda and energy drinks from 2 a day to maybe once a week. Take it gradually if you have to. Tea is a lot better for you so you might use it to try and quit if you want. I drank Pepsi 0 when I started quitting and I thought it was a lot tastier than the old diet stuff and Pepsi 1. You will feel better in the long run.

If anyone has any more tips- I guess you could format it in FF8C00 color orange for a header for better scanning? Just a suggestion.

*NOTE- I will add a recipe later of a delicious, nutritious fruit slush that you can have every morning that is amazing. ^.^ IT WILL BE IN THIS FONT (#FF8C00 Impact) for those who are scanning this.

------------------------------------------------------

Basic overview of physical training...

reps=repetitions (aka how many you do)

Types of Training...

Strength training: fewer reps higher weight/resistance

Tone: higher reps less weight/resistance

Agility: foot, coordination, aerobic, distance

Endurance: LOTS of aerobic

------------------------------------------------------

Random, general things I have found helpful...

+Stretch before exercising (although I don't really follow that too well... ><)(might be more beneficial for MTF's working on tone and flexibility as well)

+Have easy-access weights to put in a place you can remember to use them occasionally. I have those ones that strap to your wrists or ankles and every now and then I might spend 5minutes or so (training myself up) just using the exercises I have found.

+The straps mentioned previously are good to wear around doing normal daily activities or even walking for more strength and endurance.

+A RECUMBENT bike (meaning you lay back instead of sit up straight) - my sister had to get one for pt and it works like a charm. We got ours from Walmart for $100. It's called a Stamina r360s and you can use it for a long time and not wear out. It's really good when listening to music or watching TV. It's a heck of a lot easier then that bloody Eclipse machine we have... T.T

+If you get it, you may be interested in FitTV. *shrug*

------------------------------------------------------

FOR MTF's

I don't exactly have experience enough to provide info since I do not have the same obstacles and I'm not sure what the main topics are to provide. If someone could post their own health/exercise routines for MTF- I'd appreciate it and I'm sure others would too. ^.^ My format is color 800080, size 4, impact Here's all I can give atm.

+GLUTES

- http://exercise.about.com/od/butthipsthighs/tp/butt.htm

Also- you might want to try belly dancing. There's a show on FitTV called Shimmy that you can use if you want. Belly dancing is fun, great for flexibility, and it might even train you to move in feminine ways. ^.^

I wish I still did belly dancing... *sigh*

I think basically any aerobically involved and higher rep exercise would help?

------------------------------------------------------

FOR FTM's

+TRICEPS/BICEPS

- for batwings- http://www.dietbites.com/Holiday-Dieting/diet-bat-wings.html

- push-ups/arm lifts/hangs

+ABS

- sit-ups

+GLUTES

- (same as I put for MTF's) http://exercise.about.com/od/butthipsthighs/tp/butt.htm

Still need help adding to this. ^.^

------------------------------------------------------

I hope this information is as beneficial and correct as possible. ^.^ Please correct me if I'm wrong with anything or if you have more to add- I guess you could quote it if you need to.

Start slow, build up, and don't lose hope!

Stay beautiful. <3

Oohh! Thanks. ^.^ I'll try the tips. I'll have to substitute the meat for tofu as a vegan however.

[Guest viv]

Brilliant posts folks ,,,please ,,keep em coming luv,viv

[Guest Flistan]

Oohh! Thanks. ^.^ I'll try the tips. I'll have to substitute the meat for tofu as a vegan however.

Oh yeah- I forgot about tofu. Nuts are always good too. :3

[Guest SillyElla]

This looks so amazing, Shift! This is exactly what I need. Thank you! ^.^

[Guest Flistan]

SMOOTHIE RECIPE

From "Spent(: End Exhaustion and Feel Great Again)" by Frank Lipman, M.D. with Mollie Doyle

1 frozen small banana in chunks

1 cup mixed frozen berries

1 serving or 3-4 tablespoons vanilla or plain whey protein powder

1 serving or 2 teaspoons greens powder

1/2 cup almond milk

1/2 cup filtered water

4 ice cubes

Blend in a blender until smooth and creamy.

:3

(Personally I like strawberries, I guess you could substitute for another fruit if you want. And the greens powder is for fiber if you were wondering.)