Flat toned abs seem to be the holy grail for most of my clients. Sadly most of us didn’t appreciate them in our youth, and are now in a desperate quest to redefine our waists as time and hormones add to its size. While my Bringing SEXY Back 10 day cleanse will definitely whittle at your waist (clients lose up to 10 pounds in 10 days) there must be a long term attitude adjustment if you desire to achieve the “Stanley Cup” achievement of flat abs in your late thirties and beyond.
1. Attitude – positive is proven
The first and foremost thing that helps you to get a flat belly is the attitude. I have seen many women in my career who have started workouts and giving up at some stage. Attitude is the main hindrance as well as the helping factor to get a flab belly. Our mindset can influence our body. It is a proven fact that if we approach it with a positive mind we will get the desired result though we did not work so hard as others. Therefore, attitude is the first golden tip for a flat belly.
2. Eat smaller meals often.
Try to eat small meals or snack more often. This helps to accelerate metabolism and keep blood sugar levels regulated. Many of my weight loss clients fall into the trap of not eating enough or starving themselves. This will wreak havoc on your bodies ability to burn fat during the day, in fact, it will cause your body to cling desperately to its stored fat!
3. Nutrition
You must include a lot of vegetables and fruits loaded with fiber and protein in your diet. In our 10 Day cleanse that is all that we do, and clients are amazed at the results. Stay away from foods containing unwanted fats and alcohol. Do not eat too fast. Slow down the speed of your eating and enjoy the food.
4. Drink plenty of water.
If you are drinking enough you should be peeing very light yellow. Its as simple as that.
5. Do not ever use fat-loss pills.
They are a real waste of money and it is dangerous. Overuse will overstimulate hormones and potentially add to hormonal imbalances. And we certainly do not need any help in that department! Our overstimulated stressful lives are setting us all up for blown adrenals and thyroids pre menopause. Why add to the nightmare? If you are eating right it won’t be an issue!
6. Control Sodium
Sodium intake causes bloating in your belly. Bloating makes you belly fatter. There is the simple. Add heart disease and other chronic diseases and there is the slap you in your face obvious. The US is off the hook in it’s salt intake. You must ask yourself, why does Europe require US fast food chains to serve lower sodium meals? Interesting how the major chains can create different products for different countries isn’t it? Most European governments are responsible for the cost of health care for it’s citizens. If you want to protect yourself, watch what they do. Hint- THEY have banned GMO products. While Obama has just signed and act called the Monsato protection act. Watch your sodium – no one else is going to do it for you. And you are most at risk when eating out. It adds more taste to food and creates sugar cravings for balance. Notice why a cold Coke is an amazing compliment to those salty greasy fries. Its the perfect balance between salty and sweet. And packs on pounds to your belly.
7. Exercise
Really, do I need to expand here? How I support my weight loss clients – find something that you like to do. I don’t care what it is! Just do it!
8. Go HIIT or go home!
High Intensity Interval training baby! That’s where the results are – and it’s a beautiful thing. Less time working out – more fun – better results. That chick grinding herself to a pulp on cardio equipment needs to call me before she breaks her body down, and then breaks down emotionally due to lack of results.
9. Reduce Stress
Stress and temperament are the other two factors that influence the belly fat. Therefore, you have to take proper methods to reduce or avoid things that cause stress. Protect your hormones! Overly stressed or angry will produce too much Cortisol – some refer to as the “death” hormone. Learning that was enough for me!
10. Sleep
The last but not the least component needed for flat belly is proper sleep. Sleep will reduce your stressful day and that will help you to get a flat belly. Have you ever seen a home that has not been maintained? Whether or not housekeeping or plumbing is not maintained the problems soon pile up. Unsanitary conditions, backed up pipes, all can lead to sickness and disease. Sleeping allows your systems to “clean up the house” at night. Proper sleep is necessary to allow hormones to regulate and the liver (lets just call him the janitor) the time to “clean the building”!
So there was 10 Tips to a Flat belly! With alittle tough love added for good measure!
Stay focused and committed to yourself and your goals. And if you would like a little cheering along the way contact me, Coach Jeanie Marker at Body Love.
I would love to lead the expedition to your Six Pack!
Pay to Play Baby!
Jeanie
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