By: Angelique Millis Fitness Professional, Author & Lifestyle Coach
Let’s face the truth- There is no substitute for good old fashion hard work and a clean diet to give you the body of your dreams. With so many diet fads and questionable diet supplements on the market, sometimes “the right thing to do” can become ambiguous and you can feel lost and alienated. I am here to share with you 3 Success Principals that will help you create positive habits for LIFE and put you right on track to achieving your fitness and weight loss goals! It is time to slim down for summer with these 3 important tips:
Success Principal #1: Discipline- Don’t Just Dream…DO!
Many women want a body that looks like it belongs on the cover of a fitness magazine but without discipline it remains a far-fetched dream. Anything is attainable if you can learn how to practice discipline. Just like any success principal, you must start small to build up your tolerance levels. By making the conscious decision to become more disciplined, you are taking a huge step towards your goal by “Doing” rather than “Dreaming”. It is like a muscle that you must exercise daily and before you know it, you are Whether you have a weakness for sweets (like me) or just dread the thought of working out, the first step is discovering what is inhibiting you from your success and making daily mental notes and positive changes.
Success Principal #2: Nutrition 101
When’s the last time you took some time to truly examine your eating habits and nutritional knowledge? One of the most important things that any woman can do for her health is take some time to understand the importance of nutrition. Sometimes people get so caught up with exercising that they forget how to supplement properly! Once you learn the power of protein, the best foods to eat and equally as important, what foods you must avoid you will have a much clearer picture of how you can use the power of nutrition to pave your way to flat abs, defined arms and a striking physique that you will be able to maintain for life! For example you should know the difference between “good” carbohydrates and “bad” carbohydrates. It’s actually pretty simple – stick with fruits, vegetables, sweet potatoes, brown rice, and whole grains. Another easy rule to follow: if it is white (white sugar, white bread, white rice, white potatoes) – it just ain’t right!
Success Principal #3: Moderation Do not get extreme!
Life is short-allow yourself a cheat meal or two. Let’s face it, no one can be perfect all of the time. Even fitness fanatics like to splurge on pizza and ice cream; the key is moderation! Plan one or two meals each week where you reward yourself by indulging in your favorite “cheat” food. Whether its pasta, ice cream, or margaritas that you love, if you are “good” the majority of the week you can enjoy one or two of your favorites without the guilt.
Angelique Millis eFitFamily.com Exercise Editor
To learn more tips and techniques on easy and effective food planning, preparation, healthy recipes or to read more about my weight loss journey and how I transformed my body visit www.AngeliqueMillis.com.
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