Continued from Lose 10 Pounds in 2 Weeks.

Is there such a thing as the best way to lose 10 pounds? While some weight-loss methods are certainly better than others, it is hard to nominate just one method as the best way to lose 10 pounds, or any amount of weight for that matter.

Having said that, research shows that a 30-minute interval-training regimen may be just the tool you need.

The bet way to lose 10 pounds

Monday and Friday, Warm-up: Light cardio on the treadmill, bike or elliptical. Five minutes.

Circuit work: Alternate 10 reps each of two strength-training moves (choose from walking lunges, bent-over dumbbell rows, squat to press, plank, hanging leg lifts and back extensions) with one minute of moderate cardio; repeat three times.

Alternate one minute of cardio with another two exercises; repeat three times. Alternate one minute of cardio with last two exercises; repeat three times. Beginners use 5- to 10-pound weights; veterans, 15- to 20-pounds or more. 18 minutes.

Intense cardio: Alternate one minute of high speed (3.5 to 5 mph on a treadmill) at moderate resistance (an incline of 3 to 5) with one minute of low speed (2.5 mph) at low resistance (incline of 1 or 2). Repeat set three times. Six minutes.

Cool down: Low-speed walk. One minute.

Tuesday and Thursday Same as above, but substitute strength-training moves. Try squat jumps, pushups, step-ups, wide-grip lat pull-downs, side bridges and crunches on the fitness ball.

Wednesday Rest.

Saturday and Sunday 45 minutes of your favorite sport. [source: Jason Walsh]