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Gilad:

Hi Gilad! You look great! I started working out to your show "Bodies in Motion" around 25 years ago. I have several of your tapes and DVDs and still workout with you. My weight has fluctuated throughout my life but I recently lost 42 lbs through diet and exercise and was looking pretty lean and toned last summer, especially for my 53rd birthday right around the corner. I was rear ended the end of July and because of neck pain I couldn't do any vigorous workouts for several months.

That, plus other stressful events in my life which have slowly pushed me into comfort eating once again, and I have gained 10 lbs back since my accident. I can't seem to find my motivation again and am scared and saddened to find myself moving back up the scale, as I worked so hard to get into shape. From what I have observed, you have never been out of shape in your life, but do you have any suggestions? I truly admire you!
Sincerely,

Sharyl R.

 
Answer:
Aloha Sharyl,
Sounds like you are ready to get back into your top shape.
You say that you lost a total of 42 pounds and now have gained 10 back. Your situation is not bad!
All you have to do is start up again slowly and at your own pace!
Often when we let go of our fitness program for a period of time for whatever reason, we find it hard to get back into it because all we remember is how it felt when we are at full swing. From where you are right now that might seem like to big a  challenge.
So, go back to the basics! do only what you can easily and comfortably do and take it one workout at a time!
Remember, for where you are now consistency is more important then intensity!
If you follow this plan I believe you will lose the extra 10 pounds in no time!
Gilad

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Gilad:

I travel a lot so I am constantly eating in restaurants. I know the meals I am eating are not the healthiest for me but I have to select from what is available. Do you have any suggestions for people in my situation?

Answer:
When eating out there are many choices you can make to help you maintain a healthy diet. First, stay away from fast food restaurants as much as possible. It is more difficult to get healthy meals there. Try to pick a restaurant that offers healthy food choices with fresh natural foods. It is a lot easier to find healthy restaurants these days than it was in the past because the public, as a whole, has become a lot more conscious about what they eat. I find that most restaurants these days will try to accommodate special requests such as 'dressing on the side' for your salad, minimizing or eliminating calorie rich sauces and substituting salad or steamed veggies for calorie rich carbs. I think that you will find that many restaurants will even accommodate alternate preparations such as broiled or steamed vs. fried. The key is to be aware of how you would like to eat and ask for it! You will find that most times you will be accommodated.

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Gilad:

I started a new fitness program on the first of the year and am afraid I won't be able to keep it up. How do you manage to stick to a daily exercise program?

Answer:
First of all, congratulations on your decision to start working out! Step one has been taken, and that is the most important one! In regards to sticking to a fitness routine, you should know that you are not alone. Everyone faces the question of how to sustain a workout program long term....even professional athletes. Here are a few tips on how to help you stay motivated.

1. Start off easy and at your own pace. Do not try to do too much too soon.

2. Set small achievable goals.

3. Don't set contracts in your mind that your body can't keep.

4. Set aside time in your day when you know it will be easy for you to fit in a workout.

5. Always walk away from your workout with energy to spare. Don't over-do it.

6. Make it fun! 

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Gilad:

What is the best way for me to stick to my New Year's resolution to lose weight?

Answer:
The best way I have found to stick to any diet or exercise routine is to do it with another person who is just as determined as you are to stick to the routine. Both of you will have built in encouragement and motivation to reach your goals. A great alternative is to join my DietBet challenge. More about that in this newsletter. Happy New Year everyone.

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Gilad:

Your 'Get-Off-The-Couch' DietBet has just ended. Do you intend to do another?

Answer:
The answer is yes! The first DietBet was a big success. We had a lot of winners and we are following it up with another starting January 5th. Now is your chance to get some help with your New Year's resolution. It is great to see everybody involved participating and encouraging each other. Weight loss programs always work better with positive reinforcement from other participants. And remember, I will be checking up on you on a regular basis. I encourage you to sign up today!

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Gilad:

What is your favorite location to shoot your videos and TV shows on?

Answer:
Hawaii is just overflowing with incredible locations. In the last couple of years I have really started to appreciate 'Sharks Cove' on the North Shore of Oahu. It looks like we are in a spectacular picture postcard. We shot the 'Bodies in Motion' 30th Anniversary shows there and the 5 DVDs in the 'Lord of the Abs' series. Take a look at them here and see if you don't agree.

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Gilad:

Hello Gilad, I have lost weight everywhere but I can't seem to get my midsection reduced. Any suggestions?

Answer:
It always seems that the area you want to lose weight from the most is the area you lose the weight from last. This is very common problem for many people although the problem area varies from person to person. Some hold the extra weight in the abdominals, a common problem for men, while woman tend to hold extra weight in the hips and thighs. Regardless of your specific problem area the solution is simple: PERSISTENCE! Look at what you have accomplished already as your motivation and let it lead you into conquering that last stubborn area. You can also spend a little extra time on specific exercises to target your problem area. In the case of the abdominals, I recommend my "Lord Of The Abs" DVD series. This is a "Core Cross Training Program" that will get your entire body in shape while focusing on the core. I am a firm believer that if you stick to your fitness program and eat healthy that you will be able to accomplish your goals and even get rid of that last bit of stubborn fat.

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Gilad:

Hello Gilad, I have recently had Surgery for lung cancer and have since felt weak ie 0 strength! I’m 56 year old and intend on getting fit and healthy, the eating part I’m good with but could use your help on how to start a weight training work out with your DVDs please advise. Thank you

Answer:
Hello! I think the best DVDs to help you start up again would be "Sculpt and Tone" and the "Beginners Weight Loss and Toning" DVDs, they are both designed to get you going without being overly challenging. I think this would be a good one for you to get back in the groove. All the best to you!

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Gilad:

How many calories do I burn walking at a 10% incline on treadmill at a medium pace? I am 5’5 and 130 lbs. Also can you recommend some high protein snacks? Thanks, Jill

Answer:
I would estimate that you are probably burning about 300-400 calories per hour depending on the amount of exertion. If you are working within your 'aerobic zone' (65%-80%) of your maximum heart rate then I think that would be a fair estimate. In regards to protein shakes there are many to choose from, some are vegetarian based such as soy protein and others are whey protein. Best thing to do is read the ingredients and get to know what the different products offer and what you feel suits best your goals and.. taste buds!

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Gilad:

Hi, Gilad! I'm a real fan of your workouts, and also own almost all of your workouts. I would like to know if there are new dvds on the way with the latest shows, or other original programs you create?! Thank you, Ioana

Answer:
Hi Ioana. Yes, we will be releasing the new shows on DVD soon as well as shoot more programs. Please stay tuned.

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