Ask An Expert: Tommy, I have 4 months to lose 20lbs and I'm not seeing results with my workouts, help!

Tommy, I have 4 months to lose 20 lbs. I walk 45 minutes a day and 3 times a week I do Kettle Worx, not sure if you are familiar with this program, and I'm really not seeing any results. I'm 48 years old, always been active and in very good health... What must I increase in order to see results?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, Are The Calorie Counters On Fitness Machines Accurate?

Q: Hi Tommy, I often use fitness machines like the elliptical and arc trainer to complete the cardio portion of my workout. I have always paid close attention to the calorie counters on these machines, and placed a great deal of faith in the fact that they are counting the calories I burn correctly. However, lately I have begun to wonder just how exactly these machines calculate these figures. Are these calorie counters actually accurate?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, How Can I Get Rid Of My Muffin Top?

Q: Tommy, How can I get rid of my "muffin top"? I'm a 21 year old mother of one, and I just can't seem to get rid of my belly and love handles. I run or hike and do Pilates everyday, and I have reduced my caloric intake to about 1200 cal a day or less. Your expert advice would be greatly appreciated! Thank you so much!

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I've Lost 20lbs, But I'm Stuck There!

Q: Hey there, I have a question in which it is regarding a weight issue. I have been trying to loose weight for the past 6 months. I have lost 20 lbs but seem to be stuck in a rut. I don't feel like exercising or eating right, because I mainly dont know what I am to be doing. I have bigger hips which cause a bigger bum and bigger thighs, so an exercise plan would be fabulous and maybe a meal plan!

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I'm Fit But I Still Have Love Handles! Please Help!

Q: Hi Tommy! First of all, I love your 2 shows and watch them consistently and get some great ideas for new exercise routines. I am an active person who goes to the gym 5-6 times a week. I do 30 minutes of cardio every day and some type of weight resistance every other day. I weigh 130 pounds and am 5’6. My measurement are chest 35, waist 28 and hips 38. My issue are my love handles and my hips. What kind of exercise can you suggest for me to do?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Have A Pear-Shaped Bottom! Please Help!

Q: I want to know what types of exercises are best for slimming down my pear-shaped bottom. I had a baby six months ago and I am about 15 pounds away from my goal weight. Currently , I work out 4 times a week and do bikram's yoga on the fifth day. When working out, I do interval training with lots of squats (regular, plyometric, weighted) and lunges, but my legs are still thick. It's soooooo frustrating!!! Is there anything else I can do or am I stuck with thunder thighs??????

Ask An Expert: Tommy, How Can I Get In Shape Without Dropping Weight?

Q: I’m a 23 year old woman who is just under 6’ tall. I used to be in fairly good shape, but over the last two years I went through a rather rough time and lost a dangerous amount of weight as well as losing most of my muscle strength. I have since regained a fair amount of weight and am back at 135lbs, which is still a little lower than I would like, but much better than I was.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Used To Be An Athlete, Now I Need Help!

Q: Hi tommy, My name is Julie and I'm 35 years old, I always did some sort of exercises. (pilates, P90X etc) I used to be ripped 2 years ago, I slowed down 2 years ago due to construction in my house and a knee problem, but now I have a hard time just doing basic exercises I get exhausted after just 20-30 minutes.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Work Nights And Can't Keep The Weight Off!

Q: Just wondering if anyone has any tips about working nightshifts and keeping the weight off. I work out doing spin classes 3 times a week and weight training 3 days a week, but when I work nights I generally gain 6-7 lbs and the second week is day’s shifts I lose the 6-7 lbs. This yo-yo is really frustrating and yes coming to Ontario would be great. I'm 5'8 and weigh 280, but have lost 45 already and need 40 more to be happy. Please anything will help.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Need To Tone My Stomach! Please Help!

Q: My name is Asma. I was just wondering what kind of workouts and nutrition plan will help me tone my stomach. But I just want to tone my stomach down without forming any "Ab lines." I don't want a 6 pack, just a flat stomach. I work out on a regular basis and eat pretty healthy so I just wanted to know what I could add in to achieve a flatter stomach without the Ab lines. What should I do and/or eat?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Need To Trim Down My Legs. Please Help!

Q: Hi Tommy! I am trying to lose weight and I have huge calves and thighs, are there any specific exercises I can do to make them both smaller? Mainly the calves. Thanks a lot!

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Need To Shape Up Before A Wedding!

Q: I need to shed an inch on my back and around my arms for a wedding that I’m wearing a strapless dress too and trying to look my best for, that’s in 3 weeks. I’m 5ft 4in with a healthy body weight (BMI is around 21-22), and I just want to look a little more toned. Do you have any exercises, tips; you can recommend that can help me to reach my goal in 3 weeks?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Want A Toned Tummy After Having A Baby! Please Help!

Q: I have two children and one is only 4 months old. I have a super healthy diet based on eating every 3 hours. I do cardio walking, yoga, zumba, medicine ball routine and a weight routine. I try to work out at least 3 times a week in the morning before i eat to burn fat. My concern is my waist is shrinking im at about 28 inches but i want to make sure its tight. I'm almost 5'7 and i am still breastfeeding. I would like to know what is the best exercice routine to get my tummy toned? Thank You!

Ask An Expert: Tommy/Maria: How Can I Get Flat Abs Through Diet/Exercise?

Q: Hello Tommy/Maria: I am 5 feet 8 inches tall and weigh 170 pounds (77kg). I am a Wrestler and I practice wrestling 4 times a week and on top of that, I work out 6 days a week and i eat healthy 70% of the time and I'm a vegetarian. I have a belly. Can u help me please and tell me what else I can do to get flat abs?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Want My High School Body Back! Please Help!

Q: I used to be a high achieving high school athlete until I suffered a severe knee injury. In the past 2 years I have managed to lose most of my muscle tone and gain more than 20 pounds. I now weigh an unflattering and unsexy 180 pounds. Because of my injury, it is difficult for me to do a lot of regular work outs and as such I don't even know where to start in a new fitness routine. What can I do to start getting myself back into the kind of shape I used to be in?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, Please Help Me Lose My Belly Fat!

Q: Hi, I am 5.6 and I weigh 62Kg. I walk 5 miles on the treadmill and I, 80% of the time, eat healthy. However I have always had belly fat and bloating on top of this belly fat. So at times I look like 3 month pregnant. Can you tell me what kind of exercise I should do to reduce the belly fat?

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Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Need To Lose Weight Before A Wedding!

Q: I am 24 years old and i weight about 143 pounds at the moment. I am 5 feet 3 inches in height. I have my cousin's wedding coming up in december. so by then, I need all these love handles gone. my problem is, I need the encouragement and I need to be under pressure. If you could just advice me on some exercises that I could do at home and/or at the gym, I'd really appreciate it.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Want To Become A Fitness Coach!

Q: Hello, My name is Ness. I am a 21 year old vegan and a personal chef. After dropping 85 pounds I discovered weight lifting and body sculpting, and have been actively pursuing it for about one month. Recently I was looking into becoming a nutrition coach and a personal trainer, and my question to the experts is: How do I make this goal a reality?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Just Had A Baby And Want To Lose Weight!

Q: Hi, just recently had a baby and want to get rid of the last 10 lbs; however I am nursing, therefore needing more calories. Currently following the meal plans for my husband and I but slightly increasing my own caloric intake.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Need Help Working Out While Sick With Allergies!

Q: Tommy, I suffer from hay fever and seasonal allergies. When I’m running in the summer, I find myself winded and somewhat congested. Is there exercises I can do while I’m sick with these symptoms that can tie my over until the allergies have passed?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Have 5 Kids And Need To Get Into Shape!

Q: I have a 3 week old at home and I really would like to start losing weight. This is my fifth child and I am a big girl and I would like when I go back to work in a year to look good. Also I want to feel good about myself because right now and before the baby I didn't. So how can I start slow and and stick with this?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, Can You Provide Fitness Tips For A Busy Mom?

Q: Hi Tommy, Can you please give me some exercise tips? Working full time and being a mom has left me with little time.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Want To Work Out, But My Legs Hurt!

Q: I was wondering if you could help me out. I've been trying to work out and Get into shape after having my children but I just can’t seem to do it my legs are always hurting and I always give up! Please help me!!!!

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I'm Not Seeing Results Although I Workout Regularly!

Q: Tommy, I work out 4 times a week and haven't lost any weight! I need to know what I am doing wrong? I do 35 minutes of cardio and free weight with balancing techniques. Please help me find my perfect work out!

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Work Out Hard But Don't See Results!

Q: I realize you can't put specific workout programs on the site because everyone has different issues, but could you please post some kind of general guide for those of us who work hard but never seem to get the results.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, How Do I Lose The Remaining Post-Baby Weight?

Q: I gained 70 lbs while pregnant. I used to weigh 150 - 160 lbs. but gained so much weight while pregnant. So now i have lost 50 - 55lbs sofar, and i have 10-15 lbs to go, which is kinda hard (so it seems). I would go on your show, but i have 2 very small children and live in Cochrane alberta (right beside calgary, ab) . Any ideas?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I've Got Injuries From Working Out!

Hi have injured my right knee (torn legimaments) three times in one year while exercising at the gym. I've quit exercising all together because I am so afraid of re-injuring the same knee (I don't handle pain well).

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Have To Keep My Weight Down!

Q: Hey guys,I need a bit of help! I have a really hard time with comfort eating. I have put on 40 pounds in the past 3 years. I'm 5'2 and I weigh 165. I don't know how to stop eating unhealthy foods when i'm sad, or stressed. I have been increasing my exercise; belly dancing, yoga, walking, but, I still can't seem to get my weight down.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, How Do I Find A Decent Personal Trainer?

Q: Hi Tommy, I’m a big fan of your show. I’ve been thinking about getting a Personal Fitness Trainer and only wished you could offered your services in Calgary. Do you have any recommendations as to how to pick a Personal Trainer? And Do you know of anyone as good as you in Calgary. Any help would be definitely appreciated. Thanks,Karla

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Can't Seem To Put On Weight!

Q: I really enjoy the show. I like seeing people improve their fitness and their health. I do have a question. I am a 25 year old male, I workout and boulder/rockclimb and I've been trying really hard to GAIN 10 lbs. I've been stuck at 145 for a while and I've managed to reach 150. So my question is: How do you go about about gaining my last 10 lbs in a healthy way?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, How Can I Get Back On Track After An Injury?

Q: I’m just getting over a knee injury and feel that I can start working out again. What should I work on so that I’m not overdoing it, but getting a good workout?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, Since The Baby, I Can't Lose The Weight!

Q: Hello Tommy: I am a very short girl of 4'11 and I had a daughter about 5 years ago. I am having difficulty losing the weight I gained during that time. I am 135 pounds so i gained 35 pounds since then and I want to get rid of them. I need your help and advice on what exercises I can do for my big chubby belly and what food I should be eating.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, Please Guide Me To A Healthy Lifestyle!

Q: I work nights and am mother to two young ones. Also, my hubby has a very unpredictable schedule which makes scheduling time for exercise difficult. The distance of my gym and the hours that they have available babysitting is also a hurdle. Due to my hectic day and erratic sleeping (grab an hour when I can) I am uncertain when or how to eat in a way that won't pack the pounds on.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, How Do I Get Started On A Program?

Q: Hi there Tommy, I’m a bit overweight and I haven’t worked out before. How many times a week should I try to work out and where should I get started?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Want To Increase My Cardio Endurance For Soccer!

Q: I’m trying to increase my cardio endurance while I play soccer. What should I do on a day to day to ensure that I can last longer without feeling winded?

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Can't Get Rid Of My Love Handles!

Q: Dear Tommy,I am a big fan of your shows. I have struggled with weight all my life. I had managed to shed all my flab by eating right and exercise(lost around 60 lbs).After my daughter was born 6 years ago I suffered Slip Disc. After that everything went down hill and the pounds have slowly crept back.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I Have Questions On How I Can Get Toned Up At Home...

Q: My Name is Linda and I have a few questions on how I can get toned up by doing exercises at home. Particularly, I want to target my inner thighs, abs, back abs, my back fat, love handles, and my arms. I have been lifting free weights, but am there more that I can be doing? Thank you.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I've Hit A Brick Wall In Weight Loss!

Q: Hi my name is Sherri and I watch your show all the time, I’m stuck at 145lbs and i eat right and work out 3 times a week at a boot camp and do cardio 3 times a week , but it’s not budging why is that? I’m consuming 1500 calories a day... please help :(

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I'm active, but I still have problem areas. Please help!

Q: My name is Krystina and I'm 15 years old. I currently do cheerleading twice a week for roughly 5 hours a week, but I'm also enrolled in Jiu-jitsu (martial arts) which I do 2-3 times a week for about 4-6 hours per week. But also my school offers dance which I am also currently taking through school which is an hour per day. Overall I workout for approximately 14 hours per week. But I still have fat around my stomach area which I am most concerned about. I have lost some weight around my stomach area but for me it's not enough. My boyfriend has told me I don't need to lose weight, I just need to tone up. I almost quit cheerleading this year because we have to wear the crop tops, and the skirts which will show my mid section, which I am most self conscious about. I was just wondering if you have any suggestions or comments for me. I would appreciate any criticism and comments that you could give me.

Ask An Expert: Tommy, I want to compete in a figure competition next year!

Q: I have recently started training for a figure competition next year, however I live in a northern community and am unable to get out of town for advice from a trainer! i was wondering if you had any for me! My main question would be: What is an ideal competition weight for myself. I am 5'7'' and I weigh 140lbs! Any comments or tips would be great!

Ask an Expert: Tommy, It's Hard to Workout with Two Little Ones and I Don’t Know Where to Start!

I am a 23 year old single mom of a 20 month old boy and a 7 month old girl. I’m overweight and I want to change that! I want to be healthy for my kids; I want to see them grow up! I find it very hard to get out of the house having two little ones and I don’t know where to start to lose weight and get in shape. Any advice?

Ask an Expert: Tommy, How do I tighten my abs?

Hi Tommy, I’d like to know how to tighten my abs. I do not use any weights or machines on my abs because I find it just makes them bigger and harder. I do not have tight abs and been working out for years. Can you please give me some hints?

Ask An Expert: Can I still work out while I have a cold or should I opt to spend a few days in rest, to get better?

For about a month now, I’ve been enjoying the effects of my new fitness plan. I’ve a personal trainer who pushes me to my limits and I am seeing wonderful results. I’ve been eating really healthily and it has definitely become a lifestyle change for me. But what can I do when I get sick? Like right now, for example, I have a cold. Can I still work out while I have a cold, or should I opt to spend a few days in rest, to get better? Is it true what they say: Sweat it out? Or does this simply delay your recovery? Thanks so much, Tommy!

Ask An Expert: I have been trying for 3 years now to lose 10-15 pounds. Please Help.

Q: Hi Tommy. I'm 37 years old and have some hormonal issues. I have been trying for 3 years now to lose 10-15 pounds. I was told by my doctor that I should weigh a lot more but because I workout 5-6 times a week I don't. Thank God for that but I really want to lose my excess weight. Any advice you may have would be great. I feel extremely frustrated and am losing hope. I am willing to do the work but need the advice.

Ask an Expert: Tommy, I've lost so much but need to lose more. Help!

Ask an Expert: Tommy, I’m starting college and I love fast food!

Hey Tommy, I’m starting college and with all the stress going on I have gained weight. I would love to lose 10-15 pounds so I can get to my ideal weight and how I was before I started college. The problem is I have no motivation and eating right is hard.

Ask an Expert: Tommy, I can't slim down my legs!

Q: Hi Tommy, I have lost 45lbs recently and my legs seem to be still huge! I am not overly over weight (5'5" and 147lbs) but my legs are still not shaping up. I do cardio and weights alternating each day, about an hour each.

Ask an Expert: Tommy, I need to lose my baby belly!

Q: Hi Tommy, I am totally addicted to your show. I wish you had a bootcamp session in Ontario. I have currently been doing Bootycamp for the past 16 weeks after having my first child. I have had excellent results and am almost back to my pre-baby weight. I have 10 more pounds to lose and am still struggling with a small baby belly. Can you give me any tips??

Ask an Expert: Tommy, I need to lose 50 pounds!

Q: I am 27 years old and 212lbs! I have a two-year-old and three-month-old. We live on a farm and I am having the hardest time. I need to lose at least 50 pounds, for my health, my kids, and my self confidence.