How do I get skinny?

Before you attempt to exercise and eat right, you must understand that getting skinny will not happen instantaneously. The whole process will require lots of work, dedication, and patience.

This infographic illustrates what you can do to eat right to help you lose weight more efficiently. Don't go over the daily amount, nor under it. Going over it will mean that you'll eat more than what's required and it will decrease your weight loss progress. Going under it will mean that you won't get the nutritions that you need to go through your day. Eat the right foods at the right amount.

As for exercise, the amount you should do depends on your age and any medical conditions you may have.

Children and adolescents should get at least 1 hour or more a day of physical activity in age-appropriate activities, spending most of that engaged in moderate- or vigorous–intensity aerobic activities. They should partake in vigorous-intensity aerobic activity on at least three days of the week, and include muscle-strengthening and bone strengthening activities on at least three days of the week.

Healthy adults should get a minimum of 2-1/2 hours per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, or a minimum of 1-1/4 hours per week of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity, or a combination of the two. That could mean a brisk walk for 30 minutes a day, five days a week; a high-intensity spinning class one day for 45 minutes, plus a half hour jog another day; or some other combination of moderate and vigorous activity. Doubling the amount of activity (5 hours moderate- or 2-1/2 hours vigorous-intensity aerobic activity) provides even more health benefits. Adults should also aim to do muscle-strengthening activities at least two days a week.

Healthy older Adults should follow the guidelines for healthy adults. Older adults who cannot meet the guidelines for healthy adults because of chronic conditions should be as physically active as their abilities and conditions allow. People who have chronic conditions such as arthritis and type 2 diabetes should talk to a healthcare provider about the amount and type of activity that is best. Physical activity can help people manage chronic conditions, as long as the activities that individuals choose match their fitness level and abilities. Even just an hour a week of activity has health benefits. Older adults who are at risk of falling should include activities that promote balance.

If you are suffering from a medical condition, such as a pilonidal cyst, you wouldn't be able to do heavy lifting, as that would intensify the pain and possibly create a larger opening on the cyst.