Three Ways to Get Ripped - Diet and Methods of Eating

The term "getting ripped" refers to the lean, shredded muscular look that people many people wish to obtain. You can relate this look to six-pack abs. When a person has six-pack abs, it means that they have a low body fat percentage as well as muscle definition. Achieving the ripped look is appealing, yet very difficult to do. For many, it is a matter of shedding excess weight and getting their body fat down low enough to have definition.

The key to having this look starts first with food. Eat the wrong food and you will have a very hard time. The wrong food generally consists of anything processed. These types of food can include anything made from white flour and refined sugar.

Sometimes the best way to get shredded is by getting a jump start on your weight loss goals. Below are three ways to do just that. Keep in mind these methods may not be considered the healthiest or safest so consult with your health care provider before attempting any change in your diet.

1. Juice Fasting or Cleansing - A juice fast/cleanse is a quick and simple way to drop a few pounds and get you accustomed to eating less. A decent juice fast plan should last no longer than 3 days. You should also be allowed to eat when you're hungry. The food should consist of vegetables and/or plain broth. You can reduce the costs by investing in your own juicer and juicing your own fruits and vegetables.

2. Eat Only Vegetables - Unlike a juice fast, you can take the all vegetable approach and do it for longer than 3 days. This plan consists of eating all vegetables and nothing else for a week or so. You should drop several pounds if not more. If you don't like vegetables, this may not work in your favor. Yet, the results you are after may outweigh the dislike for vegetables.

3. Herbal Detox - Many people detox their bodies as a way to do an internal cleanse. A detox is said to help remove toxins as well as help shed excess weight. An herbal detox can last for a week or longer, however, food is allowed (depending on the plan you follow) such as salads with light dressing like a vinaigrette. This type of cleanse can help lose up to 25 pounds in some instances.

Keep in mind that the above methods are short-term only. Increasing your fruit and vegetable consumption through juicing on a regular basis can be a long-term health benefit.