Weight loss pills???
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Joined: 02-23-2012
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From: Douglasville, Ga
Weight loss pills???
I've been working out hard 3 days a week and have lost about 10lbs but I'm still wanting more. Problem is I'm gaining muscle now and don't seem to be slimming up anymore, so I was thinking of taking some weight loss pills.
I just don't know much about them.
Opinions?
Any help is appreciated.
I just don't know much about them.
Opinions?
Any help is appreciated.
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From: Kannapolis NC
Personally I'd give them a wide berth, back in the 60's through the early 80's, "Diet Pills" were amphetamines AKA Speed, you lost weight because you were so overstimulated that your metabolism accelerated enough to burn through tons of energy.
Modern diet pills are lacking in the punch found "back in the day" but you're still dealing with stimulants. Muscle mass weight gain is to be expected with a work out program, you may need to back off on the work out regimen and concentrate more on your diet.
Modern diet pills are lacking in the punch found "back in the day" but you're still dealing with stimulants. Muscle mass weight gain is to be expected with a work out program, you may need to back off on the work out regimen and concentrate more on your diet.
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Senior Member
Joined: 02-23-2012
Posts: 123
From: Douglasville, Ga
Personally I'd give them a wide berth, back in the 60's through the early 80's, "Diet Pills" were amphetamines AKA Speed, you lost weight because you were so overstimulated that your metabolism accelerated enough to burn through tons of energy.
Modern diet pills are lacking in the punch found "back in the day" but you're still dealing with stimulants. Muscle mass weight gain is to be expected with a work out program, you may need to back off on the work out regimen and concentrate more on your diet.
Modern diet pills are lacking in the punch found "back in the day" but you're still dealing with stimulants. Muscle mass weight gain is to be expected with a work out program, you may need to back off on the work out regimen and concentrate more on your diet.
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Best advise on here. BUT......
make sure the doctor is WELL versed in diet control and activities. Mine is (who happens to be a known "jock doc"), especially because I am diabetic. But most REAL diets come down to a basic premise. Calories in Vs. calories out.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
make sure the doctor is WELL versed in diet control and activities. Mine is (who happens to be a known "jock doc"), especially because I am diabetic. But most REAL diets come down to a basic premise. Calories in Vs. calories out.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
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Joined: 08-29-2009
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From: Long Island, NY
Keep working out. The more muscle you build, the more your muscles burn off your "fat" even when at rest. Eat non cholesterol proteins and just keep doing your thing without stressing it out. Slimming will happen. No I am not a Doc, just full of common sense from being in school wrestling from eons ago without out drugs or even using constipation relief stuff (don't ask-but guys did it to change weight class). Its a shame I still have a large shape, just going in different directions....
Yes, I know what your saying-maybe I should take my own advice.....
Yes, I know what your saying-maybe I should take my own advice.....
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Ok. I'll give you a runners perspective on this.( I have been running for about 20 years and have done a couple marathons, but prefer a 10k or less)
First question is your weight:What is it and how much do you want to lose?
Diet pills:forget it. They will only upset your chemical balance while you are training.
If you follow a regemented marathon training schedule, the weight will reduce on it's own.Stick to the schedule and don't cheat on the weekly long runs. The long runs are the key to a successful program.Also diet is a key in marathon training. Find a good plan targeted for runners and stick with it. Most marathon schedules call for training runs on 5-6 days/week with the 7th day for recovery or a light workout.
Lastly,you should consult with your Doctor before starting a program like this.
First question is your weight:What is it and how much do you want to lose?
Diet pills:forget it. They will only upset your chemical balance while you are training.
If you follow a regemented marathon training schedule, the weight will reduce on it's own.Stick to the schedule and don't cheat on the weekly long runs. The long runs are the key to a successful program.Also diet is a key in marathon training. Find a good plan targeted for runners and stick with it. Most marathon schedules call for training runs on 5-6 days/week with the 7th day for recovery or a light workout.
Lastly,you should consult with your Doctor before starting a program like this.
