Losing weight is something most women do, but it's important to pay attention to the methods.
Eat like an F1 driver
Watching Formula 1 races, people can't help but marvel at the drivers' skills, and even more enviable are their perfect physiques. This is because they strictly adhere to a diet plan devised by their nutritionists every day. The most prominent feature of the drivers' diet is eating small, frequent meals. They average 4-5 meals a day, with each meal featuring a balanced mix of meat and vegetables to ensure nutritional equilibrium. The reason this method doesn't lead to weight gain is that it controls hunger with minimal food intake, preventing excessive calorie consumption—essentially a pseudo-starvation therapy.
2. First, give the refrigerator
The most effective method is to first fill the refrigerator, and then you'll quickly lose weight on your own. If your refrigerator is crammed full of frozen dumplings, glutinous rice balls, curry rice, mashed potatoes with chicken broth, cream soup, and puffed rice—foods that can be microwaved in minutes—then you'll definitely be full but also greasy. "Greasy" refers to the figure you'll have after being full. Back in the day, Brigitte Lin would cut green peppers and carrots into small strips, wrap them in plastic wrap, and eat them as snacks. The simplest way is to leave the refrigerator empty, or put in foods like konjac and radishes that don't look appetizing. Because it makes you lazy, after a few times, you won't have any cravings for food. This method may seem unrelated to exercise, fat burning, adenosine triphosphate (ATP), calories… but it's actually a very simple, direct, yet effective method.
3. Leisurely exercise for weight loss
brisk walking method
Walking is highly popular abroad for a simple reason: it's a low-intensity exercise that's easy to do. Proper walking involves maintaining an upright posture, taking long strides, and walking approximately 60-80 meters per minute. The intensity varies depending on individual fitness levels; generally, a light sweat is ideal. Significant weight loss results can be seen after just three weeks of consistent practice.
Walking method
1. Regular walking method: Walk at a slow to moderate pace for 30-60 minutes each time, 2-3 times a day. It is suitable to do this in scenic places.
2. Brisk walking method: Walk 5-7 kilometers per hour for 30-60 minutes each time. Keep your heart rate below 120 beats per minute while walking to invigorate your spirit.
Climbing stairs
According to measurements by sports medicine experts, the calories burned by climbing 1 meter are equivalent to walking 28 meters. The energy consumed is 10 times that of sitting, 5 times that of walking, 1.8 times that of running, 2 times that of swimming, 1.3 times that of playing table tennis, and 1.4 times that of playing tennis.
4. You can also self-massage while losing weight.
It's common knowledge that friction generates heat and promotes blood circulation, and that patting increases skin elasticity. However, rubbing and patting can also help with weight loss. The principle is that friction generates heat, which raises the body's temperature and burns fat, thus achieving the goal of weight loss.
rubbing and caressing
Using both palms or a soft, dry towel, sweep upwards from the ankles to the thighs, then continue upwards, rubbing the buttocks with one hand and the abdomen with the other. Do the left side first, then the right side.
Lifting and kneading method
Grasp the muscles with your thumb and other four fingers, kneading them like dough. Knead and rub the muscles upwards from the ankle to the hips and waist. You can alternate between left and right sides, or use both hands simultaneously on both sides. Finally, knead and rub the abdomen with both hands.
Patting method
With your fingers together, gently and rhythmically pat your entire body. The order should be from bottom to top. Avoid slapping your body with your palm; instead, use a concave palm to create a hollow space between your palm and skin, producing a "slap! slap!" sound. This increases vibration without causing pain. The patting motion can strengthen muscles and improve skin elasticity.
Enjoy the process of losing weight
Weight loss is a long and complex process, and no aspect can be taken lightly. Diet, exercise, and nutritional supplementation must all be reasonable and scientific. Only by combining these three elements can you achieve twice the result with half the effort. Before starting any weight loss exercise, it is essential to do warm-up exercises to get your muscles and joints ready.
Hydrate and replenish vitamins
Proper hydration after exercise can aid in weight loss. Water intake helps accelerate metabolism and balance electrolytes; therefore, it's important to drink adequate water after exercise, preferably a mineral sports drink. Vitamin supplementation helps maintain overall health, and vitamins can, to some extent, accelerate fat burning.
