Still Trying To Lose That Stubborn Baby Fat?

It’s the ultimate dream isn’t it?

To get back that pre-pregnancy, hot, firm bikini bod… Even after 1, 2, 3 or more children!

It may sound impossible.

Maybe you’ve tried to get your body back before and failed, so you might be skeptical.

But let me tell you, you must banish that skepticism now, because it’s keeping you from the bikini body of your dreams.

Why believe what I say?

Simply because it’s NOT magic and it’s not rocket science.

Many nutritionists and health ‘gurus’ have made losing fat a scientific, difficult project to reach. It doesn’t have to be. In fact, in spite of all the new research and discoveries supporting the various fat loss methods available, two things remain unchanged: Eat better, and move more.

Speaking of eating better…In a recent article, the Science Daily News  reported  [Endocrine Society, June, 2011] the importance of reduced carbs in our diets for best results when trying to lose body fat and for overall stable blood insulin levels.

The key point here is reduced simple carbs, NOT low fat diets

Today, I want to share with you 7 basic, ancient steps you can take to start losing that baby fat for good.

Just follow these 7 steps, and you too can have a hot bikini body – no matter how many kids you’ve had…

#1. Eat Better

Easy, right?

Thing is, when you’re pregnant you tend to eat for two. Problem is after the baby, old habits die hard. So It’s important you jump on nutrition before anything else.

Worst thing you should do is diet.

The human body wasn’t really designed for dieting. Your internal system works perfectly as it is, but dieting throws everything out of sync.

Not only is this dangerous, it also does not make for lasting results, because you simply can’t diet your whole life. Getting into a good routine is crucial.

For starters…

…Commit to eating MORE than 3 times a day! Doesn’t sound right if you’re trying to lose weight, but  3 healthy snacks and 3 square meals it’s what I recommend.

The idea here is to AVOID real hunger (so you don’t overeat at main meals) and you’ll always have plenty of energy, making it easier to live your life… And exercise, which we’ll talk about next.

Key Point: Don’t stress over having to plan your weekly meals if you’re not the planner type. Think 3 solid, healthy meals and healthy snacks in between. 

#2. Get Physical

There’s a two-word phrase you should always remember when exercising and that is – progressive resistance to avoid plateau.

Make your workouts harder as your body adapts.  

Every other week or so increase reps, reduce rest time add more weight or do anything else that makes you work harder.

You’ll continue to see results fast. Another very important point about exercise, especially for women is to make sure you are doing some form of weight training… Because building muscle increases your metabolism, so you burn fat and calories faster.

#3. Create The Habit of Healthy Living

The big secret to lasting health & fitness is consistency. And here, I do recommend some planning.

You can’t start and stop, you have to stick with it. That’s why many describe health & fitness as a “lifestyle.” You really need to live it. Make it a habit. Make it a hobby.

Anytime you give up you’re back to square one. And all that work will have been for nothing. Essentially it’s better you not start until you are 100% committed to getting the body and the health you deserve.

Plan, Plan, Plan…

 …By the month, by the week, by the day. Whatever works for you. It’s important you put something in writing though. That really CEMENTS in your mind what your goals are and what you need to do to achieve them.

For some, the first month is the hardest. But you’ll notice that  once you’re past that first month you’re on easy street, because you will have pulled yourself into the health & fitness lifestyle.

#4. Hang Out With Supportive Friends

Be a snub! …Remember the saying “You are who you hang out with”?

Workout bodies

OK- you don’t have to be a snub, but arguably, the best way to keep yourself motivated and committed to achieving that bikini body is with the help of friends. 

Having someone who’ll do this with you is huge, so take action on this today. The sooner you do, the sooner that bikini body is yours.

#5. Stay Motivated

Who is it you want to look great for… Yourself? Your husband? Your friends?

Or maybe it’s a health issue. Maybe you don’t feel 100% anymore. Or it might be even more extreme, and you want to make sure you live long enough to see your kids graduation. Whatever the case, think hard about what that motivator could be for you. Remind yourself of it every day.

Write it down.

 Better still, take weekly photos of yourself and track your results.

#6. Keeping a Diary

Results from journaling have been amazing! Just keeping a simple food diary WILL DOUBLE weight loss!

Keeping track of results gives you clarity and confidence- Even if at the end of the day you failed to accomplish your goal-  because it makes you accountable.

Who is going  to consistently write at the end of each day – “I did nothing to improve my health & fitness today” ? -  

It takes just a few minutes. 

Try it.

#7. The Importance of Recovery

As you launch yourself into a new exercise regime, it’ll be a bit of shock to your system. That’s why it’s important to start slow, and allow for recovery.

If you do not, you can end up injuring yourself or tiring yourself out; and if you miss workouts because of that then you mess with consistency and essentially go back to square one.

So, How Do You Go about Recovering?

There are 3 key ingredients for an effective recovery…

Hydration. Drink plenty of water.  

Protein. Protein shakes right after a work out are great because they help build and repair muscle. Remember, muscle is an important factor for weight loss.

Rest.  Give your body a chance to heal up between workouts.  

What to take away from this non-guru, old common sense fat- loss advice: 

The big secret now is taking action… You know what to do, and probably always did. Hopefully you’ll learned a few new tips in here to help you stay committed and stay focused.

Here’s all 7 action steps for you…

1.    Put together an exercise plan

2.    Put together a meal plan

3.    Commit to being consistent

4.    Get friends in on the act

5.    Find YOUR motivation

6.    Journal (track your results and plan forward)

7.    Allow for a full recovery

If you can make a start on them today, then I guarantee you, within a few months (give yourself a 3-6 month deadline to see results) you will be laughing all the way to the beach sporting that new, no-baby-fat, hot mom, body!

To Your Health!

Luz Laureano

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