1. A Quick Fix Plan
This 30-day nutrition and fitness plan is truly a "diet" in every sense of the word. It is designed to help you lose 10 to 20 lbs. and tone up in a short period. The book that outlines this diet, "Making the Cut: The 30-Day Diet and Fitness Plan for the Strongest, Sexiest You," states that this diet is not for those who have significant amounts of weight to lose. While you will find tips that can be incorporated into a healthy lifestyle, the book does not focus on long-term weight loss success and health improvement. It is a simplified quick fix for weight loss.
2. Getting Started
The book has a set of criteria for getting started on the diet: your fitness level should moderate, you should have a commitment to your goals and you should have only 20 lbs. or less to lose. The book emphasizes that you cannot skip any part of the recommendations it provides if you want to get results. You must follow the plan exactly as it is laid out for the full 30-day period.
3. Eating Is Based on Body Type
This program provides a dietary plan that is based on body type and metabolic makeup. It includes a survey which allows you to determine if you are a "slow oxidizer," "balanced oxidizer" or "fast oxidizer." These categories indicate the combination of carbohydrates, proteins and fats you need for optimum performance and weight loss. Each person is given an equation to determine an appropriate amount of daily calories based on basal metabolic rate. You are required to eat every 4 hours on this plan. Like most diet books, a sample eating plan, shopping list and recipes are included.
4. Combination of Exercise Techniques
The workouts outlined in the book focus on strength, flexibility, coordination and endurance. Exercise sessions are designed to be intense, which is why it is important that you are at a moderate fitness level before beginning the program. You will exercise at 85 to 100 percent of your maximum heart rate, which is determined by an equation provided in the book. A variety of workout techniques are explained, including two sessions a day, split workouts, circuit training, interval training and "supersetting." Workouts should not exceed 2 hours per day, and the plan includes rest days.
5. Includes a Mental Focus
An important part of successful weight loss and health improvement requires is a focus on mental health. This plan addresses this issue by including tips and ideas throughout the text. The focus on mental health is intended to improve self-confidence and focus for better results from the program. Topics include visualization, daily affirmations, eliminating negative self-talk, karma, mediation and organization.
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