Best 90 day weight loss program??

[Anonymous]

After having three kids in 8 years, a bout of cancer, and working too much with a lot of work travel, I have the chance to take three months off of work and return to work in mid December.

I want to focus on getting into better shape, getting stronger and leaner with as much intensity as possible - since I will finally have time - at least while the kids are at school. Would like to lose about 20 pounds or so, not more.

Any recommendations for plans, programs , online or in gyms in dc? I am mostly looking for something with great potential for motivation and some potential for camderaderie and big results. I think some help with nutrition would be good, beyond work out time.

Any experience with kenzai? Other programs??

Thanks!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:After having three kids in 8 years, a bout of cancer, and working too much with a lot of work travel, I have the chance to take three months off of work and return to work in mid December.

I want to focus on getting into better shape, getting stronger and leaner with as much intensity as possible - since I will finally have time - at least while the kids are at school. Would like to lose about 20 pounds or so, not more.

Any recommendations for plans, programs , online or in gyms in dc? I am mostly looking for something with great potential for motivation and some potential for camderaderie and big results. I think some help with nutrition would be good, beyond work out time.

Any experience with kenzai? Other programs??

Thanks!

A word of caution - if you are new or getting back into exercise, "as much intensity as possible" may be a recipe for injury. I know you want to lose weight and get fit, but slow and steady will be so much better for your well-being and long term progress.

I'd recommend trying a running program like Couch to 5k (3x a week), with 2 days of strength training (Barre?), and 2 rest days. With C25k, you'll naturally see your progress - and there are some great 5ks in December! You will likely be able to see your progress and do more in strength training, slow and steady. It's a good way to meet people, and a compliment to solo activity like running.

[Anonymous]

I swear I'm not an MLm coach, but I think if you're self motivated, following the beachbody eating plan (look up 21 day Fix--just follow it until you have achieved your weight loss) and use their on demand workout videos. You do not need their expensive shake to succeed. They push that stuff so hard, but it is not necessary.

Another idea is to join a cross fit gym. A lot of them do the paleo diet--you could do a whole 30 to start and then go to a more relaxed form of paleo the rest of the time.

[Anonymous]

How exciting for you!! What a great opportunity to hit reset! Cancer, three kids and full-time work with travel?! Yikes - you DESERVE this time.

I just wanted to say that I've found diet is the most effective way to tackle weight loss. I lost 15 pounds earlier this year and needed the structure of a plan to do so (versus just generally eating healthily) - I did a MLM plan, knowing it's not magic, just that I needed a very specific plan to follow with a coach and community of people supporting me. Now I'm in maintenance mode and have been able to sustain the weight loss while eating regular food again. By starting with a really strict plan, I learned a lot about portion control, only eating when hungry, drinking lots of water, and making good food choices. I actually came to enjoy some healthy foods that I didn't like before (hey, when you're really hungry, even kale tastes good!!)

As for exercise and working out, I think your goal should be to complement your healthy eating program with a sustainable exercise regimen that you can continue after your 3 months is over. In both diet and exercise, you want to use this time to establish good habits that you can continue once you return to the the chaos of working full time. And I agree with not overdoing it and risking injury.

Good luck to you!!!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How exciting for you!! What a great opportunity to hit reset! Cancer, three kids and full-time work with travel?! Yikes - you DESERVE this time.

I just wanted to say that I've found diet is the most effective way to tackle weight loss. I lost 15 pounds earlier this year and needed the structure of a plan to do so (versus just generally eating healthily) - I did a MLM plan, knowing it's not magic, just that I needed a very specific plan to follow with a coach and community of people supporting me. Now I'm in maintenance mode and have been able to sustain the weight loss while eating regular food again. By starting with a really strict plan, I learned a lot about portion control, only eating when hungry, drinking lots of water, and making good food choices. I actually came to enjoy some healthy foods that I didn't like before (hey, when you're really hungry, even kale tastes good!!)

As for exercise and working out, I think your goal should be to complement your healthy eating program with a sustainable exercise regimen that you can continue after your 3 months is over. In both diet and exercise, you want to use this time to establish good habits that you can continue once you return to the the chaos of working full time. And I agree with not overdoing it and risking injury.

Good luck to you!!!

NP. Curious which MLM plan you used? The Beachbody/21 Day Fix?