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There may seem little hope when you’ve tried just about every diet and don’t have the energy to go to the gym to burn off that unwanted weight, but there are of course other options.

Some people may turn to cosmetic surgery to get rid of extra weight and this can be useful for overall weight loss or to target certain areas of excess fat. Below are a few of the options:

· Liposuction – if you have excess fat in areas such as your tummy, thighs or buttocks you can undergo this procedure which involves you receiving a general anaesthetic. During the anaesthesia the areas of fat will effectively be removed using a small metal tube and vacuum suction. For smaller areas a local anaesthetic can be applied meaning you don’t have an overnight stay in hospital.

· Gastric Bypass surgery – again this surgery is performed under a general anaesthetic. During the procedure a small stomach pouch is created meaning you cannot eat as much as you would normally. Also a new opening is made which bypasses a large portion of the small intestine meaning fewer nutrients are absorbed from your food. This procedure can help patients lose up to 75% of their excess body weight within a two year period.

· Lap band surgery (Laparoscopic band placement) – as the name suggests a band is placed using keyhole surgery which means there is minimal scarring post operatively. The band is like a belt placed around the stomach which again creates a small pouch which means you will feel fuller more quickly when eating helping you to lose weight. This procedure can help you lose up to 65% of your excess weight within a two year period.

It is of course important that whatever procedure you opt for, you should follow a healthy lifestyle and diet post operatively to ensure the results are long lasting. If you need to lose a large amount of weight – which is what the latter 2 procedure are designed for – exercising and eating a low fat diet will help quicken the pace at which you lose weight and ensure you keep it that way.

If you are considering cosmetic surgery procedures in the UK such as lap band surgery you should seek an accredited surgeon who is registered with BAPRAS or BAAPS to ensure this weight loss surgery runs smoothly.

Many women work hard in the build up to summer to develop a swimsuit body that they can feel comfortable in. As the summer progresses though, it can be easy to let all that hard work slip. A few easy exercises though, can help ensure you are beach body tones all year round.
Flat Stomach
Crunches are a brilliant way to keep your stomach toned – you just need to ensure you are doing them correctly.
To get the most benefit from stomach crunches, lie straight on the floor, bend your legs and keep your feet flat. You should then put your hands behind your head and curl upwards from your shoulders using only your stomach muscles. Keep your abs tightened, and slowly release them to roll your body flat back to the floor.
Lifting your legs will help work the lower abdomen. Again, lie on your back and slowly lift your legs to an angle of around 45 degrees. You should then hold your legs in this position for around ten seconds before slowly lowering them back down to the ground.
Thighs and Behind
Wall squats will help tone your behind as well as your upper leg muscles. To do this effectively, stand around eighteen inches from a strong wall with your feet shoulder-width apart. Then lean back until your back is against the wall and slide down until you reach a sitting position. You should hold this for as long as possible – aim for a minimum of thirty seconds.
After you have held the position, slide yourself back up the wall until you are standing again. Keeping your abdomen tight during the exercise will result in even more benefits.
You can develop your inner thigh area by using a ball. Place it between your knees when you are sitting down in a chair and squeeze the ball repeatedly with your inner thigh muscles.
Arms and Shoulders
Light dumbbells or heavy household items can be great at toning and building muscle in the arms and shoulders. Simply hold the weight in one hand and raise your arm over your head, straight up with the inside of your arm facing the side of your head. You can support yourself by placing your other hand just under your elbow. You should lower and lift the weight behind your head slowly. Repeat for your other arm.
Triceps exercises need no equipment. All you need to do is sit on the edge of a sturdy chair and stretch out your legs in front of you. Place your hands to either side of you on the chair. Then, slide your bottom off the chair and rest your weight on your heels. Slowly lower your body until it almost touches the floor, and lift yourself back up without locking your elbows. Repeat.
Burn off Your Excesses
The beach can be a great way of burning fat and building stamina. Jogging on loose sand and exercising in the ocean increase resistance against your body and also improve the cardio aspect of your exercise. Swimming is also beneficial as it has a low impact effect on the body.
Just remember that rest days are just as important as workout days. It is important that you give your body at least a day off between sessions for it to recover.