A completely new lifestyle is not an easy thing to achieve and most have no clue where to even begin! It took me awhile to realize what I needed to do to get to where I am today! My biggest piece of advice and a little rule I like to go by is to have a C.L.E.A.N. lifestyle!
-Create a goal for yourself.
Setting a goal seems easy and it really is. Set a goal that will challenge you but is not so far fetched that you cannot achieve it in a healthy way. Set small goals for yourself and when you reached a goal, create a new one that will further challenge you. An example would be to set a goal to lose 10 lbs, after you have reached that goal, aim to lose an additional 30 and maybe lower your body fat by a couple percents. This is a healthy mindset so you don't discourage yourself and also so that you live a healthy life while working toward a goal.
-Limit the amount you eat out.
Eating out is inevitable but being reasonable with how often is smart. The meals served at restaurants are usually packed with unnecessary calories, fat, and sugar. Consuming excess amounts of any of this will ultimately halt any healthy lifestyle goals. Enjoying a treat occasionally is not bad but always in moderation of course.
-Eat your calories and carbs, don't drink them.
I can't stress enough damaging alcohol is. It is really pointless, the carbs found in alcohol are empty and pose no healthy benefit. I am not saying that a glass of wine occasionally is a bad thing but night outs at the bar consuming multiple drink will do nothing but give you a nice little "muffin top".
-Allow yourself a treat.
Sticking to a strict diet for a prolonged time without any type of "cheat" or treat will often result in a binging attitude toward food later on. Allow yourself to have some dessert or eat a nice hamburger every once in awhile. The shock it plays on your body will actually result in your body working harder to get rid of the unwanted sugar and fat which will help with plateau's in your progress. Keep in mind portion sizes when you do have these treats. Healthier treats are always preferred but a hamburger won't hurt every so often.
-Never doubt yourself.
Nothing is worse than telling yourself you can't. When we tell ourselves we can't do something our mind believes us and we don't work as hard to achieve our goals. Look for inspiration wherever you can and motivate yourself whenever you feel doubt coming on.
An update on where I am now!
Body weight- 114.5 lbs.
Body fat- 18%
Coach is really having me put muscle on so I will have some great definition come contest time!
**Recipes coming soon I promise! :)
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