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BOTTOMSLIM | POST PREGNANCY WEIGHT LOSS TIPS FOR NEW MUMMYS

Post-Pregnancy Weight Loss Tips Are you trying to get rid of your post-pregnancy weight? Starting a diet and a fitness regimen could easily help you lose the belly flap and loose skin. However, some women still struggle to shed off this excess weight. Well, before you go forward with any drastic decisions with regard to losing weight, first seek help and guidance from medical personnel. This will help you establish if your weight loss difficulty is because of a medical condition or illness. This read will help you understand why your weight loss journey is taking longer than expected. Reasons Why Post-Pregnancy Weight Is Harder To Lose Unrealistic period Most women have very unrealistic expectations with respect to weight loss. They tend to grow impatient especially if they cannot see their results after a while of working out. It would be beneficial to note that it is unrealistic for pregnancy weight to shed after a few days or weeks after the pregnancy. It is estimat...
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BOTTOMSLIM | BAD EXPERIENCE TRYING TO LOOK SLIM AT 60

BottomSlim reviews the experience of trying to look slim at 60 IRENE HO, 60, came to us because she could not regain her lost confidence. She had a bad experience trying to socialise in her golden years because she was too conscious about her looks. She wanted to lose weight – especially around her tummy – so that   she could look and feel good about herself. At any age, losing belly fat is not an easy thing to do. It seems even more difficult to achieve over age 60. Effects of menopause such as changes in hormones and a natural loss of muscle mass makes it more likely that your waistband will expand. Why is it nearly impossible to lose weight after the age of 60? As you age -- even if your weight on the scale doesn't change -- you may notice that your belly is no longer as tight as it used to be. The development of visceral fat, a deep, internal layer of fat that surrounds your internal organs and interferes with liver function is likely to increase your risk of heart ...
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BOTTOMSLIM | BAD EXPERIENCE TO LOSE STOMACH FAT

Several lifestyle factors are contributing to  Singapore’s ever-growing weights and waistlines According to a director at HPB, the country could hit obesity rates of 15 per cent in just seven years. Worst of all, even if she engages in regular exercise, sedentary lifestyle in different stages of a woman’s life could still be adding to your belly fat.  A sedentary lifestyle affects every woman at every stage of her life, whether or not they are active. • Too Much Stress •  Lack of Sleep • Depression The demands of having a career and managing a family may cause many women’s bodies to go into crisis mode. As a result, the body begins to slow down and store fat. When daily life deprives you of sleep, your body can't work to its best ability. The body's reacts to a lack of sleep also by storing fat. The vicious circle starts with many women engaging in what is called "emotional eating." This is a response to high stress and an attempt to fill a void ...
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BOTTOMSLIM | You Are Likely To Gain 2 Kilos Soon

Don’t be surprised if you find your work clothes getting tighter either.   How many times have you gave yourself the excuse that you were too tired to work out after work? According to the study by HPB, 59% of Singaporeans are exceeding their recommended calorie intake . And they have proof that a woman will put on at least 2 kilos since the day she enters the workforce. When you are making that transition to #adulting, you shift to a more sedentary lifestyle. For the first time in life, you are probably parked behind a desk for 40-plus hours per week. The pockets of free time you have are spent hanging out at cafes, restaurants and bars with friends. The struggle was real for one of our bubbly customers,  Fiona Tan, 28 , faced when she first chanced upon us on a TV award sponsorship. She was feeling flabby but had difficulty keeping up with her gym routine. 4 REASONS WHY YOU ARE FEELING MORE FLAB THAN FAB Erratic eating habits Blame it on your uni days! Did ...
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BOTTOMSLIM | What a fabulously slim experience at 60 looks like

Looking and feeling healthy is not limited by age At age 60, even if you've put on a few kilos from spending too many hours sitting in front of a screen, it's not too late to begin getting back in shape with a few lifestyle changes. However, it might require slight modifications to a standard nutrition and fitness plan taking into consideration changes in your body, loss of bone density and medications you might be under. IRENE HO, in her 60s , came to BottomSlim wanting to lose weight – especially around her tummy – so that she could regain some of her confidence. Having chanced upon our programme at a roadshow, she came for treatments to try. With our advice, she lost a total of 2.2kg and overall 35 cm off her waist. BOTTOMSLIM’S GUIDELINES FOR LOSING WEIGHT APPROACHING 60s 1.    Consult your doctor Before beginning anything (exercise or diet plan), it is important to know your health concerns , such as arthritis, diabetes, heart problems, osteoporosis, and...
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