Hey guys, I'm 6'1/2" tall and I weigh 167 (this was about a month ago, our physed teacher weighed us). Oh, and I'm 17 years old. I know that isn't a very bad weight for my height, but I do have a "ponch" that I have gotten very tired of. I used to be in shape when I played sports but in the last few years I have let myself go.
Recently I have been cutting back on what I eat, because I usually eat alot each day (although I have been getting taller for some time now). I have been trying to run/jog for 30 minutes per day, and I also use our Bowflex (not to get real strong or anything, just to lose this fat and get in shape) for about 20-30 minutes. My first question is, will using the Bowflex (doing their 10 basic exercises) burn calories? I'm new to this stuff, but I never see things like crunches or leg press recommended for burning calories.
My second question (actually, just want some advice) is how should I make my diet? I have read all about how I should put one together, but I really am not good at knowing what I should and shouldn't eat, and my parents probably would just tell me to exercise if I asked for healthy food. Can someone model a diet for me? I really want to lose this weight and get back to being healthy, it's starting to annoy me.
Thanks alot guys, I really appreciate it.
By the way, if it helps any, I want to get down to 155 and stay there. But I might change my mind, I need to see that first.
Recently I have been cutting back on what I eat, because I usually eat alot each day (although I have been getting taller for some time now). I have been trying to run/jog for 30 minutes per day, and I also use our Bowflex (not to get real strong or anything, just to lose this fat and get in shape) for about 20-30 minutes. My first question is, will using the Bowflex (doing their 10 basic exercises) burn calories? I'm new to this stuff, but I never see things like crunches or leg press recommended for burning calories.
My second question (actually, just want some advice) is how should I make my diet? I have read all about how I should put one together, but I really am not good at knowing what I should and shouldn't eat, and my parents probably would just tell me to exercise if I asked for healthy food. Can someone model a diet for me? I really want to lose this weight and get back to being healthy, it's starting to annoy me.
Thanks alot guys, I really appreciate it.
By the way, if it helps any, I want to get down to 155 and stay there. But I might change my mind, I need to see that first.
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