Is Your Weight Killing You?
The Candidate
AMY HOPPER Age 40
-Amy is a former college soccer player and homecoming queen.
-She’s now a stay-at-home mom and says she doesn't make enough time for herself. She never thought she would get this big.
The Assessment
-over 50 lab tests
-200 gene test
-Four different types of body fat analysis
-Stress test
-Medical exam with multifaceted history augmenting risk factor assessments
Test Results
Weight:198 lbs
Waist Size: 47
Body fat:46%
Mid section body fat: 53%
History of heart disease and cancer in immediate family.
Weight caused these problems:
-High Cholesterol
-High blood pressure
-Swollen ankles
Risk is 1 in 100 for heart attack and stroke in next five years. Should be less than 1 in 1000
Dr. Huizenga message to Amy: “By having this excess weight and throwing away ten years of your life.”
Biggest Loser Know Your Number: Age 50
Amy's Body Scan
red = muscle
yellow = fat
Amy's Program
An exercise based program to lose fat not muscle!
Lose 1% of her body weight per week for approximately 26 weeks.
One 1/2 to two hours of exercise a day.
Only 1,300 calories a day.
Initial Diet consists of:
-Lean proteins
-Fresh vegetables
-Fresh fruits
Amy's Goals
Get back 10 years of life expectancy!
-Weight: 138 lbs (from 198 lbs)
-Body Fat:25% (from 46%)
-Waist: 36 (from 47)
-Know Your Number Age: 40
Dr. Huizenga's Tips
Dr. Huizenga says your ideal body fat should be:
Women:21-27%
Men: 12-20%
The Tips
-Start with a medical check up to make sure you can physically handle the program.
-Rigorous exercise.
-Fresh produce and lean proteins.
-Count calories.
-Get a group of people to commit to losing weight with you.
-Don't starve yourselfYou need kindling to burn logs. Translation: You need some carbs in order to burn fat.
-No alcohol until you reach your ideal weight.
-No sodas, not even diet soda.
To check your body fat
Check for bod pod or iDXA testing sites in your area.
At home: Measure waist parallel to floor at belly button
In general, if a man’s waist is over 40 inches or if woman’s waist is over 35 inches, you need to go on a diet.
Dr. Huizenga's Book
All these tips are also available in Dr. Huizenga’s book “Where Did All the Fat Go? The WOW Prescription to Reach Your Ideal Weight and Stay There.”
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