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I've never tried a water fast, but I do a 6:1 thing once a week. I do eat about 500 calories on the "fast day" but cut out coffee that day. The first week I did it was the worst (I was thinking about food ALL DAY), but every week since has been much easier. It has helped me bust through my weight loss plateau. I always…
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Here is a decent article on intermittent fasting with reputable citations. Obviously it isn't for everyone, and most have a person taking in some calories (not just all water). http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/intermittent-fasting-science-and-supplementation.html
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I have really fallen in love with high intensity interval training and circuit workouts. They're quick and get your heart rate up, but also incorporate strength training. Yes, losing weight is primarily a diet thing (you can't outrun a bad diet!) but if you're not toning while you lose, some people get a little soft and…
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Bikini body mommy is great, especially if you're just getting into it (or back into it). They're quick and she often has her toddler running around her, too!
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I second this! I run 3-4 days a week and weight train 1 or 2. I recently got injured and haven't been able to run, so I have been weight and circuit training 3-4 days a week instead (and no running). I've noticed that I'm burning the same amount of calories in a day (some days even MORE) than I was when I was running 5…