No magical solution exists to address the small pouch of fat at the front of your lower abs. When you're dieting, you can't point to an area and simply will it to disappear. Your body loses weight in a pattern determined by genetics and hormones.
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If a deadline in six weeks has you wanting a slimmer frame, set realistic goals. For most people, dropping between 20 and 30 pounds in this short a period of time is nearly impossible.
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The number of calories needed to lose weight depends on your size, age, gender and activity level. An 1,800-calorie diet is an appropriate weight-loss amount for those who are moderately active or who burn more than 2,000 calories per day.
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No one-size-fits-all approach applies to calorie burning, so no single answer exists as to how many calories are burned in a 3-mile run. A very rough estimate puts your burn at about 300 calories, but that's a very imprecise calculation that likely won't work for many people.
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You can't choose from where you lose weight, and you can't really pick where you gain it either. If you have long, thin legs, you may desire a bigger, more solid-looking base.
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As you age, it can be harder to lose weight. You may find you cannot eat like you did when you were a 20- or 30-year-old and lose weight. Being a man over 40 and overweight can increase your risk of developing certain chronic diseases.
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Cellulite, the fatty deposits that look like orange peel right under your skin, often appear on your thighs, hips and buttocks. About 90 percent of women will develop this subcutaneous fat at some point in their lives, reported ABC News in 2013.
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It may come as a surprise that watermelon -- a juicy summer fruit and backyard barbecue favorite -- is actually good for you. It is sweet but doesn't pack a lot of calories per serving, and its high water content makes it filling and refreshing, but without any fat or cholesterol.
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Small goals help you tackle a significant weight-loss goal, such as losing 70 pounds. Reward yourself for every five or 10 pounds lost along the way, because every pound lost is an accomplishment. You may want to lose it all quickly, but weight loss doesn't happen at a speedy rate.
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Magazine articles and fitness gadgets promise to help you lose your love handles with crunches, side bends and twists. The reality is that you can't target this extra fat with belly-busting moves.
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To lose the fat that makes the thighs, love handles and other areas slimmer, participate in regular cardio, interval training and strength training.
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Skipping meals, especially before a workout, can thwart your goals to slim down. A pre-workout breakfast gives you the energy to go harder and burn more calories during exercise.
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If you experience food cravings during pregnancy, you fit in with about half of all pregnant women, reports Judith Brown, author of "What to Eat Before, During, and After Pregnancy." Many women crave unhealthy sweets and salty snacks, but others may crave healthy vegetables and fruits.
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Pass on the pina coladas during pregnancy, but don't pass on the coconut. The fruit of the coconut palm offers numerous health benefits -- especially via its oil. Coconut oil is an affordable alternative to expensive skin creams and hair conditioners.
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Orange juice contains many essential nutrients that support a healthy pregnancy. In fact, "Parents" magazine lists it as one of the top five foods that all pregnant women need to consume.
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Shea butter comes from the seeds of the African shea tree. Although it's primarily used in cosmetics for its healing and moisturizing benefits, the butter is edible and used often in African cooking. You'll find shea butter in both refined and unrefined forms.
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You can sweat it out on a Spin class stationary bike that literally goes nowhere. You can simulate riding over hills and flat roads, or riding through winds, all with the turn of a knob that changes the resistance of your ride. You'll also pile on some cycling miles, just like you would on the open road.
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Cycling is an accessible sport that helps hone your cardiovascular fitness and enhances your health, but is not without drawbacks. Low-impact and beginner-friendly, cycling is accessible to most people. However, you have to incur the cost of equipment, hope for sunny days and watch for dangers on the road.
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Exercise promotes good health and weight maintenance. How much you choose to exercise depends on your goals, schedule and priorities.
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Knowing your pace in minutes per mile can help you estimate how long it might take you to cover a specific distance. Most treadmill models will tell you how fast you are going in terms of miles per hour (mph), but won't tell you the equivalent minutes-per-mile pace.
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