Diet-You have to change your way of eating this week. Lean Body Hacks No fattening breakfasts or greasy lunches. If you want to squeeze into your LBD, you have to eat lean and healthy. Don't let this scare you away, it won't be as difficult as you may think. First, water, water, water. Aim for a minimum of 64 oz. of water daily. This will help flush out toxins in your body and keep you hydrated. Next, eat 4-6 smaller meals per day instead of 3 larger ones. This just means in addition to breakfast, lunch, and dinner, fit in some healthy snacks. Some examples are a piece of fruit or nonfat yogurt. With you meals, protein should be grilled or baked, no frying. Eat lots of veggies too. Try filling your plate with 50% veggies and the remaining portion of your plate with 1/2 protein and 1/2 carbs.
Exercise-Now exercise is critical. Try 30-60 minutes of cardio 3-5 times per week. It doesn't have to be all at once. You can split up the routine by doing half in the morning before work and half after work. Some organizations may even give you time away from your work day for wellness activities. This could mean a quick 30 minute walk or dash to the gym. Next is strength training. Aim for 20-30 minutes of strength training at least 3 times this week. If you are crunched for time in your busy schedule, make little changes. For example, sit on a stability ball at work instead of your office chair. This will help build core strength and you could even squeeze in a few situps during breaks and lunch. While watching your favorite TV program, when a commercial comes on, grab those dumbbells and do some curls and squats. Like cardio, strength training can also be broken up during the day, just make time.
If you start this plan on Monday, following these 2 simple steps will help you squeeze into your favorite LBD by Friday. If you need some guidance with setting up your week's meals, try The Pantry Diet. This easy diet lets you eat 5-6 times daily and your body isn't shocked by being introduced to a drastic diet. You get to eat real food from your own kitchen pantry. There's no calorie counting and no cutting out food groups. You get to eat real food like cereal, sandwiches, steak, chocolate, and much more. The key is portion control. If you are looking for a long term diet, this plan will help you melt up to 16 lbs off your frame this month.