Sagging skin after weight loss

Question
Hi Matt:

I'm a 41 year old male who is 5'9" and about 225 lbs.  I would like to lose 50 lbs and get down to 175 through diet and exercise (mainly walking and jogging).  My excess fat is mainly in the abdomen and love handle areas and my concern is that I will experience sagging skin in those areas after I lose the weight.

Is someone in my category at risk for this?  I've heard this really only affects people who need to lose over 100 lbs.  Is that true?

Thanks very much

Answer
Someone who only needs to lose 10 lb is at risk of having saggy skin. The truth is that no matter how much weight you lose, if you lose it the wrong way it will clearly show. And in most cases it is going to show when you lift your arms and their are wings flapping around or when you lift your shirt and you see tires and donuts bouncing around.

To avoid having this happen to you, you need to be sure to do a couple things.

1. Don't aim for more than 3-5 lbs of weight loss per week. As you will be losing mostly lean muscle mass as opposed to fat (which is what you really want to lose to begin with).

2. Follow a strict fitness regime that encompasses A. Resistance Training B. High intensity cardio intervals C. REST

To many people don't push their muscles to the point in which their muscles push back. If you don't build any muscle, you most likely won't tone your muscles, which will leave plenty of room for SAGGING SKIN.

The high intensity cardio intervals are known for boosting your metabolism, burning tons of calories, toning your legs and butt, but most importantly high intensity cardio intervals will FORCE YOU TO BURN MORE FAT.

You must also eat healthy. Avoid foods that tend to 'hang' around in your system longer.  Stay away from fried foods, but eat plenty of steamed foods. Stay away from highly processed foods, but you should eat raw and natural when ever possible.

I know that this will help you to burn the fat and feel great about your body.

You may want to check out a few websites for more help.

1. http://www.FreeWorkoutPass.com is simply an amazing fitness site. It is a must see for trainers and fitness goers.

2. http://www.ChristianHealthandFitness.com & http://www.MyPhiladelphiaFitnessExpert.com

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