Urgent! Need to lose some fat Asap!!

slimbettie
slimbettie Posts: 686 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Hi people,

I need your knowledge and help please. I am going on a cruise in just over 5 weeks, and my fiancé proposed that we get married on the ship...OMG!!! What is your ideas and tips on losing the most fat in this 5 weeks? I am fully aware of the dangers of crash diets blah blah blah.....Please no comments on that! I think each fat person is a walking, talking diet encyclopaedia!!:tongue: ..or at least I know I am.


Please please please any advice for me! Thanks so much in advance...
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  • STC1188
    STC1188 Posts: 101 Member
    Eat less, exercise more--unless you are already running yourself into the ground. Then you might want to relax your efforts for a week and then diet again.
  • sweetpotatofry
    sweetpotatofry Posts: 209 Member
    First of all, congrats!! That's super exciting :flowerforyou:

    Now, to talk business... if you're intent on maximizing fat loss in the next five weeks, the safest and most effective "crash diet" I know of is the protein-sparing modified fast (PSMF) aka Lyle McDonald's Rapid Fat Loss (RFL) program. Basically you eat almost only protein and leafy veggies and supplements (a ton of fish oil) for a limited period of time, depending on how much BF you have, and there are some built-in cheat meals and refeeds. He's pretty clear about how this isn't something sustainable but if you're working toward a short-term goal and stick to the diet you'll definitely be able to drop the pounds while maintaining more muscle than you could otherwise. I did this for three or so weeks in June and got down to a high school weight--my old shorts were literally falling off me. HOWEVER, once I got off the diet, I started eating carbs like crazy, so the weight definitely creeps back up. Be warned!

    Summary: this is definitely not a healthy way to go about weight loss but if you're in a bind, I'd say it's pretty effective, and Lyle McDonald does know his stuff. There are a ton of sites out there that go into more detail on the diet if you google PSMF or RFL :) good luck!
  • CyberEd312
    CyberEd312 Posts: 3,536 Member
    There is no magic way, just eat in a calorie deficit and exercise..... I wouldn't expect any major results in 5 weeks best you could hope for is a couple pounds a week lost and Congrat's on the whole getting married thing..... Best of Luck....
  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    Start six months ago.
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    Start six months ago.

    Winner, winner, chicken dinner.
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    Maybe not get married in five weeks, and say you want a summer wedding???

    if that is not an option then:

    create a calorie deficit and work out a crap ton ....

    The most you can hope for is two pounds a week - very aggressive - which would give you about a ten pound loss.

    oh, and yes start six months ago ...
  • BigGuy47
    BigGuy47 Posts: 1,768 Member
    Bruno Mars would speak on behalf of your fiance.

    "Cause you're amazing
    Just the way you are".

    Change for yourself is alright. Set a reasonable timeframe (a year or two) and get to work. A goal of five weeks is unreasonable. Enjoy the cruise and congratulations. :drinker:
  • SharonCMach
    SharonCMach Posts: 305 Member
    Just wanted to say Congrats!! :smile:
  • jofjltncb6
    jofjltncb6 Posts: 34,415 Member
    Personally, I'd rather feel well-rested and well for my wedding/cruise than feel depleted and exhausted (and maybe 10 pounds lighter). Don't lose the big picture here.

    However, if you do decide to do something drastic, make sure someone is recording the event. A good "bride faints at altar" clip will get you a lot of hits on youtube.
  • DeltaZero
    DeltaZero Posts: 1,197 Member
    Cut off a limb?

    lipo?

    juice cleanse until you are hospitalized?



    Or count calories and eat a reduced amount, while working out more, to do the best you can and be happy with yourself, making a life change for yourself.
  • CallMeCupcakeDammit
    CallMeCupcakeDammit Posts: 9,377 Member
    Personally, I'd rather feel well-rested and well for my wedding/cruise than feel depleted and exhausted (and maybe 10 pounds lighter). Don't lose the big picture here.

    However, if you do decide to do something drastic, make sure someone is recording the event. A good "bride faints at altar" clip will get you a lot of hits on youtube.

    Perfectly said!
  • lynnfredrickson
    lynnfredrickson Posts: 14
    WOW! what an amazing thing to say to someone !
  • cuinboston2014
    cuinboston2014 Posts: 848 Member
    I have my own two cents on this as well :)

    My best advice would be to consider what type of dress you will be wearing. I had two weddings this summer (both to the same man :)) In June we planned an intimate cermony for just immediate family as that was important to me. It was planned one week in advance and I found a strapless, lacy dress to wear. I couldn't do much in a week, but knew I was OK because the dress was so flattering.

    So 1 - find a good dress.

    2 - work out the parts that will show the most. My big wedding day - with all our friends, relatives, guests - a traditional wedding - I wore a big wedding dress - long, full, strapless. For the first time in my life I couldn't care less about my stomach - I worked my arms and back like a beast and it totally paid off in pictures.

    3 - watch your calories and work out. a lot. work out in the morning and walk or lift at night. I love when I can get two workouts in per day. Favorite days. Just eat high protein to recover. And count your calories. Do interval training for fastest results.

    I know everyone will say something different. But realistically you have time to safely drop 10 pounds. IF you work your butt off. You can do it - but make sure to prioritize.

    And have a blast! Oh and congrats!!!
  • Lupercalia
    Lupercalia Posts: 1,857 Member
    I'd either just marry as you are (don't frantically try to lose a ton of weight in 5 short weeks), or put the wedding off for a bit. If I'm reading your ticker correctly, you want to lose 74kg? That's a fair bit of weight, and is going to take a while to shift. You can do it, just give yourself a lot of time and do it sensibly. Make lifelong changes and all that. Congratulations on your engagement, and have a lovely cruise. :drinker:
  • Bretto
    Bretto Posts: 196 Member
    I personally just went through this situation. I needed to lose weight quickly for a trip. I ordered the Advocare 24 day challenge. It is a healthy way to lose weight. I lost 10 lbs and a total of 7 3/4 inches. (2 off my waist). You still eat regular food etc. I am not a rep, but if you want more info, I can hook you up with someone I know who is currently offering a discount on the products.

    PS - even after the 24 days I have continued to use there products. I seriously LOVE the way I feel on them.
  • sloth3toes
    sloth3toes Posts: 2,212 Member
    Slimbettie's profile

    My Inspirations

    * My children and my husband.

    What does your current husband think of your upcoming marriage?

    winky.jpg
  • DeltaZero
    DeltaZero Posts: 1,197 Member
    Slimbettie's profile

    My Inspirations

    * My children and my husband.

    What does your current husband think of your upcoming marriage?

    winky.jpg


    Ouch.
  • MB_Positif
    MB_Positif Posts: 8,897 Member
    Just stop. Obviously he wants to marry you either way and he's super excited about it as he wants to do it in 5 weeks. What's the purpose of trying to lose this weight by then? For the pictures? I am sure the dark circles under your eyes from starving yourself will be glorious.
  • skullshank
    skullshank Posts: 4,323 Member
    maybe just enjoy it and dont worry about it so much?
    obviously he digs you the way you are.
    deadline diets dont often end well.

    good luck!
  • Stage14
    Stage14 Posts: 1,046 Member
    Spanx.
  • Otterluv
    Otterluv Posts: 9,083 Member
    Personally, I'd rather feel well-rested and well for my wedding/cruise than feel depleted and exhausted (and maybe 10 pounds lighter). Don't lose the big picture here.

    So much this. In focusing on how you look for a one day event (wedding), you are losing sight of the fact that you are getting married. Be happy about that and start working on your fitness for all the other reasons and benefits.
  • jlapey
    jlapey Posts: 1,850 Member
    He's already into you, obviously, so I doubt he's concerned about your weight and on that day, his opinion is the only one that matters.

    I'm not really a fan of "quick fat-loss diets" and generally don't condone them, but (if you insist on doing one) the best I can offer is Dr. Ian's Fat Smash. You'll likely lose a lot of water weight at first, but it's designed to change your eating habits through 4 stages. The last one being the final and permanent way of life. (you won't reach that stage before your big day but you'll have reaped the benefits of the first stage or two at least. It's one of the few diets I've found that doesn't completely starve you in the beginning but it is very restrictive. I lost 6 pounds in the first 9-day stage. My friend lost 10. If you are determined/insistent to do something drastic, I think this is the least dangerous drastic measure...maybe.

    I would rather you find a dress that compliments your current size and get plenty of rest from now until then so you'll look fresh. I'm certain you will be beautiful.

    Congratulations and best of luck to you in your new marriage.
  • RunWinterGarden
    RunWinterGarden Posts: 428 Member
    Start six months ago.
    You are awesome!
  • LisaUlrey
    LisaUlrey Posts: 136 Member
    Congrats on the wedding! First of all, your fiance proposed to you because he loves the person that you are ( current weight or ten pounds skinnier). Losing all of that weight before the wedding is not healthy, especially with all of the nerves and stress that leads up to a wedding. Do it the healthy way and the results will last a lot longer and you will be a lot happier in the end.
  • Hauntinglyfit
    Hauntinglyfit Posts: 5,537 Member
    It may be just me. But, you are getting married, this should be the happiest time of your life. Focus on being happy, on your fiance, on enjoying every moment of this. The 10 pounds you could lose in 5 weeks are not worth the stress, imo.
  • jpolinisse
    jpolinisse Posts: 149 Member
    Maybe try going low carb, high protein and exercise for the next 5 weeks?
  • Arleigh7
    Arleigh7 Posts: 150 Member
    Something that works well for allot of people at least shor term is a low carb diet. No bread, no rice, no crackers, no cookies, etc...

    But do eat as much veges as you can as you'll need he fiber. One of the reasons Low Carb jump starts diets is it tends to help you drop allot of water weight which does help you appera thinner. But it's not the healthiest thing long term.

    I completely agree allot of the adivce you've gotten. Eat less, move more. But for short term results you might want to give low carb a try (Atkins, Protein Power, Palelo, etc...)

    Good luck!
  • IpuffyheartHeelsinthegym
    IpuffyheartHeelsinthegym Posts: 5,573 Member
    he loves you for you, but if this is important, bust your butt and eat as clean as possible and workout. Just don't go overboard on the working out and don't stop eating, because that does not help. Congrats!!
  • jim9097
    jim9097 Posts: 341 Member
    I quit reading so if someone already put the real answer then disregard...

    LIPOSUCTION!!

    Wouldn't do it myself, but you could lose 20-30 lbs of fat in 2 hours..
  • DeltaZero
    DeltaZero Posts: 1,197 Member
    Perhaps you need to stick to one story. But I agree. Focus on your relationship and marriage. But you should take some time to focus on defining what is realistic for yourself. You knew this earlier this year:
    TOPIC: The Over 300 Club
    Tue 06/04/13 09:08 AM
    thanks for accepting. i love reading your posts. for the first time in my life i dont want a quick fix and loose weight fast. after watching numerous videos on youtube and seeing what fast weight loss (if you have more than 100lbs to loose) does to your skin, i am more than happy to loose 8 - 10 lbs a month. so if it takes me 2 years to get to goal weight, so be it. and what a relieve it is to not make my goals so out of reach and feel like a total failure for not reaching it.

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