CACI Treatments

TiffaniBarrett

Hi!

I was wondering whether anyone has had a CACI treatment on their stomach? I am looking into giving it a go...

Let me know your thoughts please :-)

Tiffani x

timadotcom

I don't know what these are... explain plzz

AnninStPaul

I don't know what these are... explain plzz

I believe she's referring to non-surgical tummy tucks - they use electrical current to "tone, lift, and re-educate the muscles".."as if you have been doing sit ups".

I'm doing planks - they're cheaper and I find them more effective than sit ups or crunches.

TiffaniBarrett

I believe she's referring to non-surgical tummy tucks - they use electrical current to "tone, lift, and re-educate the muscles".."as if you have been doing sit ups".

I'm doing planks - they're cheaper and I find them more effective than sit ups or crunches.

Ive been doing all of those for months and months. And I have that little pouchy bit that just wont budge! Just wondered if anyone had had one and it worked, because I know that if I can get rid of that last inch or 2 then I am going to feel a wholeeeee lot better about myself! xx

psuLemon

The only way to get rid of the bulge is to eliminate body fat. It means a clean diet, it means enough food that your body feels like it isn't being malnourished and weight training. So what is your exercise routine?

All the planks and situps in the world won't change that. BTW, if you haven't done this already, your deficit should be at .5 lbs per week and you should be aiming to eat most of your exercise calories.

TiffaniBarrett

The only way to get rid of the bulge is to eliminate body fat. It means a clean diet, it means enough food that your body feels like it isn't being malnourished and weight training. So what is your exercise routine?

All the planks and situps in the world won't change that. BTW, if you haven't done this already, your deficit should be at .5 lbs per week and you should be aiming to eat most of your exercise calories.

My exercise routine is 3-4 1hr weights sessions (lifting heavy and low reps) per week
And then 3 cardio sessions per week

My deficit is at -0.5lbs per week. But I do NOT see the point in eating back my exercise calories if I am not hungry. And eating clean...what exactly is that?

BrianSharpe

My exercise routine is 3-4 1hr weights sessions (lifting heavy and low reps) per week
And then 3 cardio sessions per week

My deficit is at -0.5lbs per week. But I do NOT see the point in eating back my exercise calories if I am not hungry. And eating clean...what exactly is that?

Eating clean is getting rid of the processed foods in your diet. Ideally you'd be buying free range, hormone free chicken; grass fed beef, and organic vegetables.

Personally I think the basic idea is sound in terms of overall healthy eating but I'm not sure it would have an impact on fat loss.

TiffaniBarrett

Thanks. Its probably nearly impossible for me to eat completely clean. I live in a house with my mum and sister and everyone isn't going to have the same thoughts towards it.

I try to eat as healthy as I possibly can! I don't think I can really do much better without craving things and then binging (badd!)

xx

psuLemon

The only way to get rid of the bulge is to eliminate body fat. It means a clean diet, it means enough food that your body feels like it isn't being malnourished and weight training. So what is your exercise routine?

All the planks and situps in the world won't change that. BTW, if you haven't done this already, your deficit should be at .5 lbs per week and you should be aiming to eat most of your exercise calories.

My exercise routine is 3-4 1hr weights sessions (lifting heavy and low reps) per week
And then 3 cardio sessions per week

My deficit is at -0.5lbs per week. But I do NOT see the point in eating back my exercise calories if I am not hungry. And eating clean...what exactly is that?

Eating clean just means eliminated pre packaged foods to reduce sodium content. You don't have to eat free range or organic as I don't think it makes a difference. Now, the whole not eating exercise calories could be hurting your. If you have large calorie deficits, the science suggest it can prevent weight loss and fat loss. This in turn would prevent you from being able to eliminate that little pouch. So, it is even more critical as you approach your goal to eat more. In fact, it may be suggested for you to eat at maintenance for awhile to allow your body to repair itself and reduce the stress. Below is a link to some good information but either way, improving your diet (eliminate sweetners; get more meat, veggies and fruit) and quiet possibility increase your calories.


Do me a favor, use the second link and input your data and post all the results.



http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat-loss/why-big-caloric-deficits-and-lots-of-activity-can-hurt-fat-loss.html


http://www.fat2fitradio.com/tools/bmr/

TiffaniBarrett

Here you go :-)

Entered information: 21 year old female, 65 inches tall, weighing 130 pounds.

From the information that you entered, you'd like to weigh 126 lbs.

Harris-Benedict Formula
There are a few different methods to calculating yourbasal metabolic rate (BMR). One of the most popular, developed in the early 1900's is called the Harris-Benedict formula. Based on this formula, your current BMR is 1427 calories.

How Many Calories Should I Eat?
Based on your goal weight, the following chart was generated. The chart shows the number of calories that you should eat on a daily basis to reach your goal weight. At Fat 2 Fit Radio we advocate eating like the thin, healthy person that you want to become. The calorie levels you see in the chart are not extreme, but they do create that all important caloric deficit that is required to get you to your goal weight in a safe manner. Once you reach your goal weight, you will continue eating the same number of calories for the rest of your life to maintain that weight. You'll never be on a diet again.

Based on how much activity you do on an average day, the calories in the right column will be the number of calories that you will be able to eat at your goal weight. If you start eating those calories right now (eating like the thinner you), you will eventually become that thinner person. As you get closer to your goal weight, your weight loss will start to slow down. It is OK to eat a few hundred calories less per day (200-300) to speed up your weight loss at this point.

Activity Level Daily Calories
Sedentary (little or no exercise, desk job) 1692
Lightly Active (light exercise/sports 1-3 days/wk) 1939
Moderately Active (moderate exercise/sports 3-5 days/wk) 2186
Very Active (hard exercise/sports 6-7 days/wk) 2432
Extremely Active (hard daily exercise/sports & physical job or 2X day training, i.e marathon, contest etc.) 2679

NOTE: Please remember that this calculation is just a guideline. Your metabolism may be higher or lower based on the amount of lean muscle you have. Use these numbers a a starting point and tweak them up or down based on your weight loss or gain. It may take a couple weeks to get your exact calorie level.

psuLemon

Based on that information, i would suggest eating 1800 calories a day even when you don't workout, (35% carbs, 40% protein and 25% fats). Also, spend more time with weight training and less time with cardio. Cardio is good for the heart and circulation and not so much for abs. Also, work on getting more lean meats or items that are protein based as opposed to carb based. Eliminate all together sweetners. Most have chemicals that aren't good for the body.

With weights, make sure you lift heavy where your muscles fail around 10 reps. Try to hit all major muscles in the body and start tracking inches as opposed to weight.



http://nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/

TiffaniBarrett

That is great advice thank you. I like to start my weeks from Monday - so I shall start then. 1800 just seems an awful lot - but if that is what is going to help me, then I guess I best do it. Will there be a week or so of weight gain that I don't need to worry about then?

What about eating my exercise calories? Some days I will burn 400 - some days I will do weights followed by BodyCombat and burn 800? Someone suggested that if I burn over 500, then I should eat 250 back..

I started measuring around 2 months ago - and measure every 2 weeks. Weights - am I still to do 2 or 3 sets? Or just one set, failing at 10 reps?

Sorry for all the questions - you seem to know what you are talking about!

psuLemon

That is great advice thank you. I like to start my weeks from Monday - so I shall start then. 1800 just seems an awful lot - but if that is what is going to help me, then I guess I best do it. Will there be a week or so of weight gain that I don't need to worry about then?

What about eating my exercise calories? Some days I will burn 400 - some days I will do weights followed by BodyCombat and burn 800? Someone suggested that if I burn over 500, then I should eat 250 back..

I started measuring around 2 months ago - and measure every 2 weeks. Weights - am I still to do 2 or 3 sets? Or just one set, failing at 10 reps?

Sorry for all the questions - you seem to know what you are talking about!

1800 is not high by any means. Wait until you start building muscle and get into the 2000+ club. Look at the last link I sent you. That girl is 140 and eats 3000-4000 calories a day.

You don't need to eat exercise calories as I figured it in the TDEE calcuation which means the deficit is factored into the weekly equation. I will say, after a month, if you don't notice weight loss or loss of inches, increase your calories by 200. And yes, you might see a small spike in weight the first week or two. But your body will adjust.

And rep sets, it's fine to do 3 sets. I would try to concentrate on 2-3 muscle groups a day (back & chest; shoulders, triceps & biceps; legs and back). Also, doing compound moves (squat/bicep curl; lung/shoulder press, etc..) can improve results as it's an anaerobic workout which will increase your heart rate.

TiffaniBarrett

Thanks very much!

I appreciate your help :-) x

HoLLyZ82

i think you have been given some great advice here. definitely up your calories and only try to have a deficit of 250 calories per day. now whether you decide to do this by eating just 1800 a day and not consuming exercise calories back or having a goal of 1500-600 and eating those exercise calories back is up to you. either way you need the food to fuel your fire I dont think any surgical or non surgical procedure for that matter is needed. that pouch is a B*itch and you will have to work at it (im still workig on mine too) but it can be done. you have been doing great and have been open to peoples suggestions which means you are willing and not just stuck in your own ways best of luck darling....you know where to find me,

TiffaniBarrett

Thanks so much Holly - you are always on hand to help and I really appreciate that! :-) x

i_miss_donuts

The only way to get rid of the bulge is to eliminate body fat. It means a clean diet, it means enough food that your body feels like it isn't being malnourished and weight training. So what is your exercise routine?

All the planks and situps in the world won't change that. BTW, if you haven't done this already, your deficit should be at .5 lbs per week and you should be aiming to eat most of your exercise calories.

My exercise routine is 3-4 1hr weights sessions (lifting heavy and low reps) per week
And then 3 cardio sessions per week

My deficit is at -0.5lbs per week. But I do NOT see the point in eating back my exercise calories if I am not hungry. And eating clean...what exactly is that?

Eating clean just means eliminated pre packaged foods to reduce sodium content. You don't have to eat free range or organic as I don't think it makes a difference. Now, the whole not eating exercise calories could be hurting your. If you have large calorie deficits, the science suggest it can prevent weight loss and fat loss. This in turn would prevent you from being able to eliminate that little pouch. So, it is even more critical as you approach your goal to eat more. In fact, it may be suggested for you to eat at maintenance for awhile to allow your body to repair itself and reduce the stress. Below is a link to some good information but either way, improving your diet (eliminate sweetners; get more meat, veggies and fruit) and quiet possibility increase your calories.


Do me a favor, use the second link and input your data and post all the results.



http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat-loss/why-big-caloric-deficits-and-lots-of-activity-can-hurt-fat-loss.html


http://www.fat2fitradio.com/tools/bmr/

Great link - especially the 1st. This describes my experience to a T. Gotta let go of the fear and eat more. Not afraid of lifting heavy - did it in the past - just need to go back to the gym rather than working out in my basement.

Thanks for the great info!