Possible to get a nice body again?

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Registered: 11-25-2004
Possible to get a nice body again?
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Thu, 02-24-2005 - 11:42am
Hello again :) I am wondering- if you are like me and have let yourself go ( I am now 5'6 and 180 pounds) is it possible to get your body back to looking really really good and fit? When I look in the mirror- I see alot of sagging and cellulite and I am thinking there is no way I will look good again no matter how hard I try. I have also read about people losing weight and still having lose skin. Yikes. Also, my boobs are starting to sag. I can grab a whole wad of fat in both my hands in my lower belly and I am thinking there is no way that will ever be tight and toned again. Have I ruined myself forever?
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Registered: 04-14-2004
Thu, 02-24-2005 - 11:48am
If you are willing to work for it, YES YOU CAN have it again. Cardio and weight training will help you sculpt your body beautifully. The right diet and viola! you have the key to success.
Think positive and set mini goals!
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Registered: 12-28-2004
Thu, 02-24-2005 - 2:25pm

Well, you can certainly paint a vivid picture of how you feel! LOL
Yes, you can do anything you set your mind to. Building muscle will burn the fat while cardio will clean out your system. Drink at least 8 x 8oz of water per day. You'll notice the change in your skin within a few days. If you loose 1 to 2 pounds per week, your skin will have time to shrink up with you. At the same time, scrub (exfoliate) your skin 2 to 3 times a week with a gentle exfoliator. They're usually made of finely ground grape seeds (which are the best) or walnut shells. Research different health and exercise programs, check out different books at the library before you commit to purchasing one, etc. Ask around to see what's worked for others, especially those with the same issues you're dealing with. Just find what works for you. I also suggest finding a nutritionist. They can work wonders and design programs that are specific to your needs.

Ginger

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Registered: 03-19-2003
Thu, 02-24-2005 - 3:22pm

Yes it's possible. You just have to

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Registered: 12-04-2003
Thu, 02-24-2005 - 3:36pm

Absolutely you can get a great body back!!

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Fri, 02-25-2005 - 12:25am
You should check out the before and after photos in Shape and Fitness magazines. Yes, it is possible to get that body back! I am going to be 36 in July, and though I'm not yet where I's like to be, I really do feel better about my looks than I ever did in my 20's. I'm also going to post a link to a website that I posted here before, but she has some new photos that are very inspiring. Check out that post in the general discussions.