How many times do i have to lift \ 5lb \ weights to lose half a pound?
Twice as many times as 2.5 pound weights, because. . . For weight loss, it is motion + time that counts. Try swimming, walking and especially the bicycle. Also, its normal to be a bit chubby at 12 years of age. Puberty has not yet set in, but will do so quite soon. At that time, you can get much more success with your weightlifting program. As for now, concentrate on cardio exercise to make your heart strong and decrease your intake of syrup and sugars. It is good eating habits and “staying in motion” that will control your weight. A decent exercise for “at home in the evenings” is pilates. This, in combination with good eating habits and bicycling, can give you that stereotypical movie star shape. Stay in motion. Don’t ever drink corn syrup (check labels). P.S. There is not enough information to provide specific mathematical answers because metabolism measures / figures (that are unique to your body) aren’t listed here. A dietitian, doctor, or perhaps your physical education teacher o
