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2001/03/18, 09:57 PM
i am 26 yrs old, and after having my 2 kids am a bit out of shape. i started my FT program about 2 wks ago and am enjoying it, however i have been wanting to try some of the over-the-counter fat burners to help aid me in getting back in shape. my husband on the other hand feels they are unsafe for women who would like to concieve in the future (which i would). can anyone give me some advice on fat burners, which ones would be safe for me to take? and how well they actually work?? i am not looking for the ones that claim they work without having to diet or workout. i just want something that will help me see results faster and give me more energy.
thanks
kimber
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2001/03/19, 10:19 PM
Kimber the problem with fat burners is that contain ingredients that increase your metabolism and most of these contain ephedrine, caffeine, either separately or in combination. Some products have other herbs but if you read the warnings they state precautions about caffeine intake. Short term cycling may not be a problem if you have no problems with stimulants. Withdrawal from some of them can be nerve wracking to say the least, just ask folks who combine ephedrine/caffeine/and aspirin. Cycling your dietary carbs/proteins while exercising along with your cardio should give yout the results you're looking for,just don't get in a big rush for results,they will come.
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2001/05/20, 12:38 AM
Hi kimber26 - I just had a conversation with my doctor about fat burners and he said there is not a whole lot they do for except as skylar stated. I have taken about 4 differant types and they didn't do a whole lot for me. Cardio is probably the best. What works for me and I was pretty fat when I started all this, is a high intesity cardio before breakfast for at least 20 min. and a low intesity just before you go to bed, at least 3x's a week.
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2001/08/24, 11:27 AM
Has anyone had good results with Lean+ for losing weight?
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2001/06/19, 01:07 AM
Only attempt to alter your protein intake. DO NOT TRY THERMOGENICS. Thermogenic include Metabolife, Xenadrine, Xtreme Trime, and Hydroxycut. These products use a combination of Ephedra, Caffein, and Asprin. The combination makes your heart beat faster giving you more energy temporarily. But if you stay on these products, or even use them temporarily, you do run the risk of a heart attack, stroke, ceisure, and much more. Last time I checked the death count was near 60. Please do not take these EXTREMELY HARMFUL products. I am only 23 and have taken them for a period of 3 weeks. During that time I experienced faint breathing (as ephedra is an herb used for those with bronchial problems like asthma, but has a completely different affect when caffeine is its catalyst), dizziness, and frequent black outs. If you want to burn fat faster try RUNNING IN THE MORNING ON AN EMPTY STOMACH. You may however drink a glass of water before starting your jog. A jog should last no less than 20 minutes. STAY MOTIVATED!
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2002/10/20, 08:20 PM
Hi everyone im new here but just had a couple of questions.
I was wondering if anyone has tried estrolean for women and how well does it work, also any info. on cla.
Im 34 and have been active in the gym but for some reason haven't seen any results. Thinking of trying the product's.
Thank's
SuzieQ..!
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2002/10/20, 09:00 PM
The cardio with weight training will speed up your metabolic rate. Try to eat smaller portions about 5x a day with shakes for protien supps.
Remember a hard body takes time. Don't rush with the hype of advertising.
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2002/10/20, 10:19 PM
Dr. Hussman does a good article about supplements here:
http://www.hussman.org/fitness/#supplements
It's interesting to note that at the end he lists substitutions for those on a budget. For the Phen-Free (EAS's ephedra free thermogenic product), the substitution is really quite inexpensive.
A cup of caffeinated coffee before you work out.
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2002/10/22, 06:18 PM
Hey girl.. I take Hydroxycut and so far it is working for me with appetite suppression and all that.. you just have to start taking the lowest dosage until you get used to it.. yes it has ephedra in it though.. you have to be careful with that stuff.. take care.. Amy
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2003/03/09, 11:06 AM
Right now im am on a product called N02. I heard it works and im liking the results with it. But i was wondering is it possable to keep gainig muscle and lose fat at the same time. I also bought a product called Phen-Free. Does Phen-Free work? and if so will it effect my taking of N02?
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2003/03/09, 09:08 PM
I used hydroxycut and lost the weight I wanted. I love it, but like anything, you have to be careful and take the stuff as it is intended to be taken. Ensure that you eat with it and drink plenty of water.
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Just laugh about it....
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2003/03/10, 12:06 PM
I had taken Xenadrine EFX the first time around and it helped me loose weight. The first time around i took one bottle of 120 pills.
I went off the Xenadrine for about 4 months and started to take it again. This time around it did not help much.
So does one's body develop a resitance to the pill?
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2003/03/10, 03:59 PM
i have tried metabolife ,hydroxycut,and alot of other fat burners they do work for some time but the after effects are bad as i am finding out,i cant say for sure if they have attribuited ta my miscarriages or hard time conceiving but i do know i had a ceizure from them and the black outs and heart palpitations so be careful if u do use them otherwise id stay away from them ....i drink alot of water and that increases my energy level especially if its reall cold,if ya dont like water i use the club soda with 0 carbs with a slice of lemon.
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2003/03/29, 11:35 AM
For absentminded,
Yea u can infact build an immunity to dietary products or even creatine n other substances for fitness thats y its common to stop taking the product after bout 8 weeks no more then wait for bout 2-3 weeks b4 considering goin bac on the product.
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2003/03/29, 11:44 AM
Some of you may want to try 7-keto products. No stimulant, very compelling research, all natural. 200 mg. per day is a good dose on an empty stomach. I used it my last contest, with what I think are great results.
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2004/03/14, 05:46 PM
I just signed up for this program. I am really desparate to lose this baby weight that i have not been able to shed for 3 years and its getting really out of hand. I went from 145lbs to 215lbs. Really, how effective is this program?
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2004/03/14, 05:54 PM
If you mean FT, its very effective.It consists of a proper diet and exercise to control weight. Why don't you start a new thread with your specific questions. Also if you take a minute to fill out your profile, It helps us to help you. Welcome to FT.
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2004/03/22, 05:52 PM
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Quoting from bb1fit:
Some of you may want to try 7-keto products. No stimulant, very compelling research, all natural. 200 mg. per day is a good dose on an empty stomach. I used it my last contest, with what I think are great results.
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I'm with BB1Fit on this one. Beverly International has a product called 7-Keto MuscLEAN that I started about 2 weeks ago,stacked with Lean Out, another Beverly International product, and I have seen a difference in my weight loss. Here is a snippet on MuscLEAN:
There are two glaring and (until now) unavoidable metabolic barriers that govern fat loss. First, your metabolism may not be that good to start with (due to your body’s less than optimal production of thermogenic enzymes), and worse, it declines as you grow older. Second, when dieting, your metabolism may diminish further as you reduce calories in the quest for more fat loss. If not for these two barriers, losing fat would be infinitely easier.
7-Keto, in the recommended amount, is research proven to help you avoid both obstacles. It will improve your output of thermogenic enzymes and up-regulate your metabolic “Set Point”. This set point is the level of fat that your body constantly strives to maintain in storage. 7-Keto has been proven to shift your metabolic set point in favor of a leaner more muscular physique while keeping your metabolism supercharged.
Besides being a powerful antioxidant, Green Tea is added for it’s lipolytic properties. In laymen’s terms, it improves the usage of fat as a fuel source. Rounding out the stack is Guarana, which provides an amplifying, fat melting kick of caffeine.
Beverly’s MuscLEAN includes these three cofactors as well as the breakthrough micronutrient, 7- Keto in full potency. Take three 7-Keto MuscLEAN capsules, twice daily and you’ll get the full research-proven 200 mg. dose. That’s why 7-Keto MuscLEAN is unconditionally guaranteed to work where other less potent products may fail. Better yet, 7-Keto MuscLEAN will not just help you lose weight, but your weight loss will come from fat alone, not from water weight or loss of lean muscle tissue.
Proof: Two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical studies demonstrated amazing results from a 200-mg. dose of 7-Keto. In the first 7-Keto was responsible for three times more weight loss versus placebo, with the weight loss due solely to fat reduction, not water or muscle loss. The second study confirmed these findings by testing two groups with similar diet and exercise programs. The 7-Keto group showed a dramatic improvement in body composition, i.e. fat loss/ muscle retention, in comparison to the placebo group, which reduced weight slightly due to muscle, water, and fat loss in similar amounts.
Note: Both research groups used 200 mg per day of 7-Keto in divided doses. While most products on the commercial market contain half this amount, this is the exact dosage contained in two servings of Beverly’s MuscLEAN. If you want to get the research proven results, you should use the research proven amount.
7-Keto has become the world’s #1 Fatloss Agent and now it’s available from the world’s #1 supplement company. Beverly International’s 7-Keto MuscLEAN is safe, natural, and best of all … guaranteed 100% effective.
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Remember that it is best to cycle these sort of supps because the body gets used to them and no longer respond. Check it out at www.beverlyinternational.com. Complete Supplements has the best prices on all BI products.
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