Losing Fat But not Weight?

“💥💥LOSING FAT BUT NOT WEIGHT?!!💥💥

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🙄Probably one the top 3 questions people ask me in the DM is I can’t seem to lose weight.. My body changes but my weight doesn’t seem to budge…”

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My response is this situation most of the time is: “So your body is changing, you’re losing fat but you’re not losing weight? Why would you care about your weight when you’re losing fat?!”

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But let’s dive a little deeper into it. What are the reasons you’re losing fat but not weight?

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First, you probably gained some muscle mass because you started weight training seriously. If you’re gaining muscle mass, you’re going to gain some weight. Awesome weight!! Muscles!!

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Water retention is a big one, eating more sodium and or more carbs in a day that usual will cause your body to hold on to water. But heck, who cares about water weight? I certainly don’t and you shouldn’t too!!!!

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You ate later at night than usual. This means you’re getting a distorted view on the scale the next morning because there’s still food in your stomach. You shouldn’t care about that because it’s food. It’s not bodyfat.

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And lastly, you might need to take a poopoo. Go take a shit and step on the scale again. Boom 1-2-3 lbs lost. Nobody cares about that weight.

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Main take-away of this post: The scale is a good progress measurement tool, if you know how to use it. Unfortunately most people don’t know how to use it. You now know.

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I hope this was helpful of course as per usual, need help, hit me up on the DM or email!

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Much love, Prashant .

How do I lose weight through diet only?

Many time this question is asked to me by people who are failed in weight loss process and hate doing workout.

When my friend came to me with this same question, I asked her, “What do you mean by diet only?”

And she was very clear about it and said: “Don’t tell me to exercise, I just hate it.”

I wanted to really help her with that, so I told her that, “let us experiment, you are right now 92 Kgs… I am not going to tell you to fast or either to exercise.. but you have to do what I will say”

She happily nodded on this!!

We started in February 2018 ( I know as we maintained Journal), So I will tell here in points summary what we exactly did and how it turned out…

I told to keep patience with this as this will take time and rather going target wise weight losing, we will first check how much weight she can lose by following the things I told her to do!
Then we set her wake up and sleep time with morning and evening rituals.
MORNING RITUAL
Wake up at 6
—> Drink Lemon + Honey water (Full glass)
—> Toilet time ( I told her even you don’t feel like it, Go as you have to set time for it as well, It’s part of our health)
—> Drink Beetroot + Tomato Juice (Half glass only = kind of shot glass)
(After 15 minutes)
→ Drink Aloe vera + Gooseberry juice ( Half glass only = shot glass I mean here)
→ BATH
→ ORANGE JUICE with 2 scoop collagen powder + 2 SUNRISE Eggs

Now she felt full !!
I told her not to sleep in noon and do maximum work while moving. As much as possible, do everything using our body… walk while talking over phone… No social media more than 10 min at a time as it let us sit for more time…! And laugh a lot! at least smile if laughing not possible!!
Lunch near 14:30: I included one curd bowl around 250 ml along with One Chapati and green veggies or lentils whatever available with her.. sometimes Red beans, green beans, chickpeas
EVENING RITUAL :
Near 18:30:: she used to feel hungry, so we decided to have (2 cucumbers + bitter gourd + chlorophyll drops) Green Juice this time!

Finally in Dinner: near 21:00
> We decided many things but the thing that has worked is: Soup + 1 scoop collagen powder
Soup mostly of Bottlegourd! Sometimes mushrooms and pumpkin as well!

After dinner she has to prepare for all the veggies and juices she is going to have the other day!!

NOTE:

We have a Vegetable and fruit market near us, so these things are easily available on daily basis!! She has to bring all things by walking in there. I used to do the same!

I already told her to stop thinking about weight loss and enjoy as much as possible!

She was the student, so we don’t have to worry about Jobs and working time much!!

PROGRESS:

We checked weight on March 31, 2018:: Progress was:: She was 88 kg
> She lost 4 kg in 2 months just by following religiously above!
> And then she got inspired with one model’s look, and wanted to do some exercise.
> We started with 2–5 kg weight training for her and followed the same diet pattern! we used to have a variety of vegetables in diet now!!
> On the name of a fruit, I just let her consume Coconut water and nothing else! (Edit: Orange juice as well, I forgot about it)

We checked weight on May 31, 2018:: Progress was:: 72 kgs.. and yes she was looking quite good!!

She used to watch ELLEN show, Kapil show, and Jimmy Fallon show and more to laugh everyday!! I must mention this !! This is a really good thing!!

Finally, we checked weight on August 31, 2018:: 64 Kgs (As I was also busy and she too had some examinations, she is a very good student in studies and in life as well I must say this, after all, she put faith on my words)

Now she is regular with weight training of 5–10 kg thrice a week and she is also doing PRANAYAM regularly in the morning!!

One very important thing, we never set the target of losing weight!! We let it just be!

See things will work:
→ If you keep faith
→ If you keep patience
→ If you are consistent
→ If you don’t worry about the results
→ If you keep stress away
→ If you do include things stage wise rather than once

PLEASE Keep these things in mind!! Because only you can improve your life, your body, and your soul… Other can only advice!! Put your faith in the right place!!

You don’t need to follow this exactly… Analyze your environment! And then decide and give it a big shot!!

Is Whey Protein Safe To Consume?

The two most important points before consuming whey proteins are:

Make sure you consume an authentic product.
Make sure to consume the right quantity so that your body can break down the protein.

Meegan Hefford’s body wasn’t able to break down the amount of protein she was consuming which led to her death.

Yes, it is safe to consume whey protein. It is made of milk and doesn’t contain any harmful substances provided you consume an authentic product.

Also, consuming an authentic product is an absolute must to prevent any sort of diseases or worse. The Indian market primarily is a major country with high adulteration of products.

How do you identify authentic products?

Authorized Importer’s seal: Any imported product should have an importer’s seal on the product. It is imperative to verify the product with the importer through their customer care email ID since many sellers paste fake importer stickers on the product.
Verify with the manufacturer: Manufacturer verification will only identify the box and not the content inside. Importer verification, however, will make sure that the product has followed a secured supply chain.
Mixability: 99% of adulteration happens in Whey Proteins and Mass Gainers since they yield higher profits to the vendors. Once adulterated, protein quality will not be the same as before. A genuine whey protein/isolates will mix wellwhen you mix it in your shaker for 25 seconds. You should not see any “insoluble” substances. Mass gainers normally take time to mix due to its heavy texture, but insoluble substances should still not be visible.
Lab test: is an expensive option but the last resort to opt.
QR Code/Scratch Code: All products may not have it but if one has it, make sure to verify it. QR Code may help you authenticate products but don’t confuse it with Barcode. Barcodes do not help in authentication of products.
Source of Purchase: Make sure you buy products from a reliable source who follow a secure supply chain & doesn’t want to compromise with your health for money.

Belly Fat

“Belly Fat!

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A common question I get is “How can I lose the fat around my stomach”. Belly fat is a common place for fat to be stored and it’s typically the hardest to get rid of. If you are struggling to lose fat in this area, your hormones may be off. Our hormones play key roles in our metabolism, cravings and our appetite.

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Holding excess fat in our stomach area may be due to high estrogen, insulin and cortisol levels and lower testosterone levels.

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High estrogen – causes more fat to accumulate around the belly. Try adding in some green tea, turmeric, ground flax & chia seeds to help decrease levels of estrogen.

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High cortisol – Stress is correlated to belly fat. When we are stressed & there are higher than normal cortisol levels, our cravings and appetite levels increase & our muscle mass levels decrease. To avoid this, ensure you are getting in at least 7 hours of sleep to help normalize hormone levels.

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High insulin – Insulin has the role of taking sugar into the bloodstream to either store it as fat or use it. To avoid having our insulin levels spike to high, limit processed foods, eat enough protein, fiber & healthy fats. Protein helps to regulate our appetite and keeps blood sugar levels stable and both fat & fiber help to slow the release of insulin (to avoid spikes).” )

HOW TO BREAK A BULKING PLATEAU

❗️Everyone who has ever worked out has been through a plateau. It can be stressful and it’s one of the things that makes people think they aren’t capable of more, which then leads them to stop trying.

✅To help you avoid this problem, we put together a small & simple list that will help you break that plateau so you can get back on track with consistently gaining muscle!

1)Increase your calories slightly (100-200 calories): increasing your calories is a MUST if you want to gain weight so it’s important to raise them whenever your weight is stalling. Why not eat all the food in the world to break the plateau? It’s proven that when eating in too big of a surplus, your body packs on more fat than muscle because you aren’t used to the excess calories. By slowly increasing your caloric intake, you give your body a chance to utilize what you’re ingesting. We realize that some people have extremely high metabolisms and you probably won’t put on too much fat from a huge surplus. However, we still recommend increasing in small increments for overall health so you aren’t feeling bloated, fatigued, etc.

2)Track your calories and macros: if you aren’t tracking, there’s no way for you to know what’s working and what’s not working!

3)Weight yourself routinely: This relates to the point above. If you don’t know your numbers then you’re most likely not going to know what you need to adjust

4)Stay patient: too many people get discouraged too quickly and actually give up right before they are about to see huge results. Your body won’t change overnight! So stay consistent, and watch all the results you’ll receive over time

This can be really tough sometimes, but relax! Enjoy the process and use this as an opportunity to learn more about your body

Tag a friend who needs to gain some size!

5 Reasons You’re Not Getting Results

Weight loss is often a frustrating pursuit, eluding even those who eat healthy and exercise. So what gives? Why won’t the scale budge even as you put out tremendous effort?

Read on for the 5 reasons that most fitness and health food lovers don’t lose the pounds that they want to…

1. Not Enough Sleep

The body needs adequate sleep to support weight loss because of hormone levels. While you sleep your cortisol levels decline while your growth hormone levels increase. This balance is essential for fat loss to occur.

Skipping on Zzzz’s will throw your hormones into fat storing mode, while simultaneously causing you to feel hungrier and encouraging you to eat more calories.

2. Eating TOO MUCH Healthy Food

Yes, my friend, there is such a thing as TOO MUCH healthy food. Calories are Calories, eat more than your body burns and the extra pounds will add up.

Control your portions, even of healthy foods, in order to make strides in your body transformation journey.

3. Not Enough Water

Dehydration is perilous for fat loss. Not only does water serve as an appetite suppressant to fill your stomach and prevent you from overeating, thirst is often mistaken for hunger pains, leading to extra calories consumed and stored as fat.

4. Eating Out Too Much

Restaurant food is created with consumer satisfaction in mind, and this means adding fats and sugars and salt to many of the menu items in order to produce the tastiest food possible. There is simply no way around it, that’s why Mona and I never eat out.

5. Not Enough Protein or Fiber

Protein and fiber are the golden tickets to fat loss. Consciously plan your meals around a base of protein and fiber, and then add in just enough complex carbs and healthy fats to keep it well rounded. Save the bulk of sugar and fat consumption for cheat meals.

Veg Protein Powder

“Vegetarian Protein Powders!

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When looking for a vegetarian protein powder, you want to look for hemp, pea or brown rice protein. Brown rice protein is typically a protein in which many individuals can handle even those who deal with leaky gut and are very sensitive to many food items. Pea protein is also great for those who experience several allergies. In order to make brown rice protein a complete protein, it’s best to pair it up with hemp or pea protein. If you are someone who deals with inflammation, it’s very important to stick to a high quality vegan protein to help reduce symptoms.

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Protein shakes can be beneficial as it is a quick and easy way to get your protein in, it can help with recovery and it can lead to increases in both strength and muscle mass.

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It’s important to know that protein powders are a supplement. Choosing whole foods is always best as most protein powders are highly processed and can create acidify in your body. It’s important to read labels, and chose a protein that has no artificial sweeteners, GMOS, or other toxins.

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How To Reduce The Joint Pain?

Do you experience pain in your joints?

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Joint pain can be due to aging, overuse of joints, a sedentary lifestyle, inflammation (due to a poor diet) and sleep deprivation.

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1️⃣ Try eating more foods that contain omega 3’s! Omega 3 can reduce any current inflammation that you have and slow down the body’s reaction to inflammation. Processed/sugary foods do the opposition; they activate cytokines, which lead to inflammation.

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2️⃣ Exercise – When you move, you get blood flowing to your joints which helps to strengthen surrounding muscles.

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3️⃣ Add turmeric to your diet! Tumeric has curcumin which is an anti-inflammatory food. Adding turmeric on top of my salads or on top of eggs has been my go to lately.

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The Best Workouts To Burn Fat!

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Although your diet is number one when it comes to whether you will lose or gain weight, by following certain exercise protocols, you will be able to burn fat more efficiently.

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Here are some tips:

1️⃣ Strategize your workout plan by combining exercises.

By choosing to complete exercises back to back that are of DIFFERENT muscles (ex quads and back), your body has to make the switch quick and get blood flowing from one part of the body to the other. Having to move blood from one part of the body to another requires work which not only keeps your heart rate up but it will be very beneficial for your metabolism.

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2️⃣ Add daily walks!

Of course you expend more energy and calories doing an intense HIIT cardio session but if you are in a caloric deficit and already training at high intensities, your body is already under a lot of stress. Doing TOO much isn’t always the best option as this is most likely going to produce excess cortisol. Walking is considered to be easy on the joints, and since walking is a parsympathetic activity, it will actually help you to relax and de stress.

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3️⃣ Include EMOM workouts! (every minute on the minute)

You will pair an upper body movement with a lower body movement. Every minute begins a new set. On odd minutes, you will do one exercise and on the even minutes you will do another exercise. For an example:

START your stop watch & perform 4 reps deadlifts

At minute 1 – 4 reps OH shoulder press

At minute 2 – 4 reps deadlift

At minute 3 – 4 reps OH shoulder press

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Any type of movement is better than no movement at all but if your goal is to maintain your muscle mass while losing fat.