Don’t panic just yet! Now is the time get up off the couch and start getting those unwanted pounds off… BEFORE summer hits.
The great news is that there is still time to look your best for that summer vacation that you have already booked and are looking forward to the rest and relaxation it has in store for you! But, it will take some commitment on your part.
Are you ready for that?
If so than, take that swimsuit out of the bag, hang it up on display and let’s get your confidence soaring!
Step 1: Find the “why” in your goal:
I want you to dig deep on this one. I want you to think about your ideal body and envision yourself on the beach in that fabulous bikini. Can you see it vividly in your head? Now I want you to write that “ideal” body down on paper. This is where we must go further and write down WHY we want this ideal body? What is the real reason for this goal? Is it self-confidence, health, a special event or someone? Be specific and don’t hold back. Most of all…be HONEST!
Step 2: Get those Calendars and PDA’s out:
Over the next few months, one of the most important appointments you will have will be your workout times. These need to be scheduled at the beginning of the week and you must keep yourself accountable for those times. No more excuses, no canceling times because of other “appointments”. Get yourself to the gym (or better, yet, to Boot Camp); this is your commitment to yourself. If you don’t prioritize, you will ultimately let yourself down. Consistency is KEY here!
Step 3: Raiding the Pantry Time:
Remember that 70% of your fat loss results come from what you put in your mouth! It is time for a little “spring cleaning” for your kitchen. Throw away all the “junk”, like processed foods, sugar-filled colas, fruit juices, candy, etc. We need our kitchen to be supportive of our fat loss goal, not a death trap.
Instead, stock the kitchen with lean meats, fruits, veggies, and healthy fats (i.e. white cheeses, nuts, avocados, olive oil). You will be amazed at the results you can achieve by just cleaning up the food you ingest and not getting so hung up with calories.
Step 4: Eat Supportively:
Now that our kitchen is rid of all of the “temptations” that might sabotage us during our intense commitment, we can start to talk about food and food timing. To achieve the best results one should eat every 3-4 hours and only eat until you are satisfied. Choose from the previously mentioned foods, and make sure to get a lean protein and veggies at every meal. This will not only help boost your metabolism, but it will give you the energy you need to get the most out of your workouts every day.
Step 5: Now Get up and MOVE:
A healthy combination of resistance training and cardiovascular training is very important. All too often, people think of fat loss and start running miles upon miles each week, exhausting their bodies and finding little or no improvements in their body appearance.
Adapting a full body resistance training program (Boot Camp or Nelms Fitness) that has you lifting a minimum of three days per week will not only yield you fabulous results, but will also make your time in the gym more efficient and effective. Combine this with 2-3 days of High Intensity Interval training, for 15-20 minutes per session, and you have a recipe for success.
Now, with your swim suit hung up and your mindset focused on the goal, you have now been equipped with the tools that you need to succeed.
With a strong commitment to that beach body, you are now ready to begin down the road to your best body ever!
Enjoy the journey and remember that consistency is crucial to meeting and even exceeding your goal.
Finally, act today… what are you waiting for? The year is almost half way over with!
Sincerely,
Alissa Nelms
TheFitCouple
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