Strategies For A Better Body And Health
- Mah-Ann Mendoza
- Jun 27, 2021
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 22
Mindful nutritional choices and exercises are essential for cultivating your best body, health, and fitness. However, there are additional techniques you might be overlooking that can help you achieve your goals.
Give these 13 simple habits a try, and you'll be amazed at how your body can transform into a healthier, fitter, and happier YOU!
1. Eat a Smart Breakfast.
Most people load up on carbohydrates and simple sugars for breakfast. Cereal, pastries, smoothies, and juice are all poor choices when starting your day. Center your breakfast around protein and healthy fat, and you’ll have energy for hours. Try a protein shake, eggs, lean breakfast meat, or a handful of nuts.
2. Get More Sleep.
Getting at least 8 hours of sleep each night is so important for your well-being, especially if you're trying to lose weight and have hit a plateau.
Prioritizing those restful hours can help your body and make your weight loss journey easier.
3. Do It.
If you’re truly ready to achieve your best body ever, it's time to dig deep and make a commitment! Remember, 80% of success comes from showing up, putting in the effort, and getting things done. This holds in fitness.
So, show up for your workouts! Even when you’re tired or would rather be doing something else, just push through and slay your goals workout.
4. Plan Ahead.
Set aside just one day each week to thoughtfully plan out your healthy meals for the upcoming week. You don’t need to do all the shopping and cooking on that day- just take a moment to jot down your meal ideas. This simple act of planning ahead can really help you stay on track with nutritious meals, even when life gets a bit hectic busy
5. Cut Out Gluten.
Many people don’t realize they have a certain level of sensitivity to gluten, which causes intestinal inflammation and bloating. Also, gluten-filled foods are typically high in carbohydrates, contributing to weight gain. When you cut gluten-filled items from your diet, don’t fall into the trap of simply replacing those items with other high-carb items. Choose non-packaged, whole foods instead.
6. Believe In Yourself.
Do you believe that you can transform your body? If you're looking to succeed in weight loss, it’s essential to have faith in yourself and the journey ahead. Take a moment for a pep talk! Dig deep to find that inner courage and discipline to embrace these healthy changes in your life.
7. Eat Less Dairy.
Dairy products like cheese or cream add extra fat and calories to your meals. By passing on the dairy, you’ll eliminate unnecessary calories, making weight loss quicker.
8. Sleep and Wake at the Same Time.
This tip might seem simple, but it’s a powerful way to boost your daily energy!
Get your body on a schedule, and you'll see how much more productive and energetic you can become.
9. Include Veggies at Every Meal.
Many folks are not as fond of vegetables as they could be, often falling short of their daily intake. So why not make it a habit to add a veggie to every meal – yes, even breakfast! Incorporating more vegetables will not only increase your fiber and nutrient intake but also provide your body with the delightful boost it needs for.
10. Ditch Packaged Food.
Throw out those packaged foods! This is one of the easiest ways to achieve quicker weight loss results. Packaged foods contain chemicals and additives that will slow your fitness results.
11. Drink More Water.
Being hydrated is key to creating your best body. Drink water throughout your day and limit caffeinated beverages to once daily.
12. Forget Artificial Sweeteners.
These sweeteners don’t contain calories, but they are known to increase your appetite and cravings for carbohydrates. In the quest for your best body, put down the diet soda and reach for some water instead.
13. Exercise With a Pro.
Are you exercising as efficiently as possible? Do you challenge your muscles enough during each workout? Are you keeping the routine new and fresh? These are all factors that will be taken care of for you when you work with an experienced, highly trained fitness professional, backed by client successes. Working with a pro like me ensures that you make the most of your exercise time.
So there you have it, 13 tips that will take your results up a notch.
If you haven’t joined one of my programs yet, now is a great time to start. Together, we will use my results-driven method to get you focused on your goals.
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