How many of us have said, ""I've been working out really hard but I just can't seem to get my stomach to go away… what can I do about this?" Have you ever asked yourself this?" Is there a secret to flat abs? When you're changing your body composition, you're changing the percentage of fat to muscle ratio. Fat is larger than muscle & that’s what makes you look bigger. When you trade muscle for fat, you can lose inches & stay at the same weight... you're smaller, leaner, & tighter (b/c muscle) The scale is a good "guide" but it doesn't tell you the 100% truth. If you take one thing from me EVER, I want you to take this... "Don't rely so much on the numbers from the scale." I personally think the scale is on the evil side b/c as long as I feel good & like how my clothes fit, why should that number matter? Just sayin'. Depending on your body type, you have an area that is stubborn, we all do… meaning this is the area where the fat is not wanting to say goodbye. These areas are usually the stomach, hips, thighs, or triceps - but we more commonly hear people complain about the stomach area. Be consistent & this will go away. It takes PATIENCE!!! We live in a world of instant gratification when really, that's simply not feasible. We didn't gain that weight in 1 - 2 weeks so please don't get frustrated or want to quit in 1 - 2 weeks when that weight isn't gone. So many of us want to "spot train" and frankly, that is impossible. Sorry if that upsets you but it's simply the truth. Of course, there are spot specific workouts such as Tony's Great Abs Guaranteed or Chalene Johnson's Ab Burner & while these are wonderful workouts to strengthen the core (and 2 of my faves), you still have the same issue of body fat & not being able to "spot lose" where you want. Like with any workout, when doing these, you will burn fat & you will lose fat BUT you have to remember, you'll lose it the way your body type naturally loses weight. If your stomach is your trouble area, it may be the last area that looses… BUT IT WILL GO AWAY! This is why a program such as TurboFire, Insanity, P90X, T25, etc. are rockin' programs for reaching goals because they focus on the entire body with a good balance of cardio & resistance. Don’t forget to eat a good, clean diet. Your diet is very important. Drink LOTS of water. Eat fresh veggies & fruits. Eat lean protein. If it's in a box, practice saying "No." Chalene Johnson says, " Only 20% of your physical results come from exercise. 80% is based on your diet. So if you want abs, you MUST eat clean. This means eating more whole foods & foods that are low in fat but high in protein, as well as cutting out the processed junk." Another tip from Chalene Johnson about obtaining the abs you want is to stop stressing. Find ways to reduce stress (exercise does this for many of us). She says, "When under stress, our bodies cope & attempt to protect us by creating more fat & holding on to it…especially in your mid section." What can you do to help alleviate stress? Post below & tell us how your got your abs or how you're working towards getting your abs. What are your struggles? What are your successes?
I have a private fitness group where we hold each other accountable & offer motivation & encouragement through all of our individual success & struggles. I'd love to have you... register for free here. For the month of August, I am offering some deals that you just can't pass up... Can you imagine being able to purchase your favorite flavor of Shakeology & then get your choice of either Turbofire, Body Beast, or Focus T25 for $50 & under? This is your dream come true!!! Check below for the specifics!!! Turbofire is $30 with the purchase of your Shakeology. Body Beast is $30 with the purchase of your Shakeology. Focus T25 is $50 with the purchase of your Shakeology. With Focus T25, you get an hour's results in 25 minutes a day! Trainer Shaun T gives you everything you need, nothing you don't. 25 minutes. 5 days a week. 100% results. Your Challenge Pack also includes:
The only thing standing between you and the results you want is TIME. Shaun T experimented for the last year to design a program that delivers the same kind of results you'd expect from an hour-long program, in under 30 minutes. He's pulled out the rest to give you everything you need, nothing you don't. The result is FOCUS T25™—and the name implies the intent: If you focus your intensity for 25 minutes, and you do it 5 days a week, you WILL get results. Here's what your Challenge Pack includes:
We're so sure you'll love this Challenge Pack, we're giving you our 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied, simply call Customer Service to return it within 30 days for a refund of the purchase price (less any s&h). TurboFire® is the intense cardio conditioning program from fitness innovator Chalene Johnson. Get leaner with exercises that can burn up to 9x more fat and calories than regular cardio, set to smoking-hot music. TurboFire includes 12 workouts on 5 DVDs, plus sizzling support tools to help you ignite your TurboFire program—fast. Exclusive BONUS: Order TurboFire on Team Beachbody® and you'll receive two workouts—Ab Igniter and Greatest HIITs—a $29.95 value--FREE! Your Challenge Pack also includes:
The TurboFire Challenge Pack includes 12 workouts, ranging from 10 minutes to 55 minutes. Chalene's Fire Drills, also known as High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), push you to your max for up to 1-minute bursts. Studies show that HIIT ignites your metabolism, enabling your body to burn more calories for up to 24 hours after your workout. 12 Smoking-Hot Workouts and MORE!Fire Starter Class
TurboFire Class Schedule Follow this daily schedule to get your best results. Quickstart Guide Learn how to ignite your TurboFire program—fast. And 4 FREE gifts to help you succeed: Fuel the Fire Nutrition Guide Flip through our specially designed Nutrition Guide for easy-to-prep recipes to keep you energized and burning calories. Abs 10 Class Get tight, flat abs in no time with this short, efficient core workout. 24/7 Online Support Sit in on live chats with Chalene, plus get tips, expert advice, and peer support through our helpful online community. Fire Starter Class Instant Streaming Don't wait for delivery! Log on and start burning fat in minutes with your first TurboFire workout. BONUS! Get 2 FREE workouts! Order TurboFire through Team Beachbody or your Coach and you'll receive two exclusive bonus workouts--Ab Igniter and Greatest HIITs (a $60 value) —FREE! PLUS:
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We're so sure you'll love this Challenge Pack, we're giving you our 30-Day Money-Back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied, simply call Customer Service to return it within 30 days for a refund of the purchase price (less any s&h). With Body Beast, you can pack on up to 10 pounds of muscle in just 90 days. This pro-level bodybuilding, nutrition, and supplement system works super fast to give you a body that gets noticed. Exclusive FREE gift! Get the Body Beast™ "Lucky 7" workout FREE when you purchase through me... a $19.95 value. Your Challenge Pack also includes:
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Beginning August 14th through August 31st, you can Kick-start your energy and recovery with this this energy drink before, during, or after a workout to maximize performance. Get a near-instant surge of power. Blow past fatigue with a few sips of performance-enhancing calories. This dextrose- and maltodextrin-based energy drink is designed to drive nutrients into muscle fiber for greater strength during workouts and help replenish the glycogen and electrolytes lost after workouts. Beachbody® Fuel Shot:
Ingredients and Nutritional Information for Shakeology Vanilla Flavor Download PDF Ingredients and Nutritional Information for Shakeology Chocolate Flavor Download PDF Ingredients and Nutritional Information for Shakeology Greenberry Flavor Download PDF Ingredients and Nutritional Information for Shakeology Tropical Strawberry Flavor Download PDF Ingredients and Nutritional Information for Shakeology Chocolate Vegan Flavor Download PDF Shakeology FAQ When life hands you lemons what do you do? Please don't say, "Make lemonade." There are so many other uses for these citrus superstars that were regarded as healing agents by the ancient Egyptians. Lemons have been used for centuries to boost the immune system, help people lose weight, and much more. Here are 13 benefits these vitamin C–packed fruits have to offer. • Stay Heart Healthy One of lemons' secret weapons is vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals that damage blood vessels and increase plaque build-up.1 • Eliminate Kidney Stones Kidney stones form when your body is unable to break down the chemicals in your urinary tract. The citric acid that eating or drinking lemons provides is capable of breaking down existing stones you may have as well as prevent new ones from forming.2 • Breathe Easier Vitamin C fights free radical–induced muscle contraction and airway constriction, as well as inflammation-induced histamines. Try starting each day with a warm glass of water mixed with a squeeze of lemon and a teaspoon of honey.3 • Clean Your Produce Because lemons are so acidic, they are able to change the pH levels of water to create a solution that kills off bacteria by creating an inhospitable environment for them. Pour fresh squeezed lemon juice into a spray bottle and spritz it on your fruits and veggies to clean them before eating.4 • Soothe Your Sore Throat The antibacterial qualities of lemons are able to help prevent infections in the throat. Simply gargle with lemon water at the first sign of sickness or a sore throat.5 • Regulate High Blood Pressure Lemons are packed with potassium, which helps regulate high blood pressure. Add a hearty squeeze of lemon to your herbal tea on those stressful days.6 • Clean Your Liver Have you been partying a lot? Your liver is great at removing toxins on its own, but narirutin, the chemical found in lemon peel, may reduce liver inflammation. Zest some lemon peel into your food or water, or supplement your diet with lemon extract.7 • Remove Dark Spots Skin-lightening creams often contain citric acid. Use this knowledge to your advantage and the next time you see a dark spot on your skin, add some lemon to your skincare routine.8 Just make sure to finish your treatment with SPF moisturizer or sunscreen as lemons (and those creams) can make your skin more photosensitive. • Disinfect Cuts and Scrapes This is going to sting a little. Lemons have antiseptic and coagulating properties, giving them the ability to stop bleeding as well as cleanse the wound.9 • Highlight Your Hair Want to lighten your hair this summer? Soak your hair in a 1/4 cup of lemon juice mixed with 3/4 cup water. Sit in the sun until your hair is completely dry. Repeat this every day for a week and you should have natural highlights.10 • Clean and Whiten Your Nails Dirty nails? Cut a lemon in half and squeeze the juice into one cup of warm water. Let your fingertips soak in the mixture for five minutes. Rub the lemon peel across the nails and you'll have one good-looking set of talons.11 • Exfoliate Your Skin Mix the juice of a whole lemon with a cup of warm water. Lemons exfoliate and can help draw out blackheads if you dab a little lemon juice directly on the problem spot.11 • Eliminate Dandruff and Product Buildup Massage two tablespoons of lemon juice into your scalp and rinse with water. Then, stir one teaspoon of lemon juice into one cup of water and rinse with it. Repeat this daily until your dandruff disappears. Lemons eliminate the buildup of hair products as well, leaving hair full, clean, and light.12 Sources: |
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I am, first & foremost, a Christian. I love God & try to give him glory in everything I do. I am also a stay at home mom of 2 healthy, handsome boys. My husband is the best - he supports me & loves me for who I am. Archives
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