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Your ideal body
Four tips to achieve your ideal body
Introducing some simple habits to your lifestyle will help you develop a healthy new body composition
People are always looking for the next fad diet to help achieve their goals around changing body composition. Unfortunately, there is so much information out there it makes things complicated.
Most of the time, this overwhelms They are often confused and don’t know who to listen to and back out because it and straightforward. Don’t mistake simple for easy. There should be a little aspect of learning, new habit building and change that will challenge you. Follow these four steps to build a solid, healthy foundation for the rest of your life.
1Eat more protein and drink more water
Prioritising protein may help you eliminate unhealthy habits at your meals. It is satiating, especially when it comes from and dairy. You may be much less likely to over-consume calories at your meals by foods, the body uses slightly more calories to digest and utilize it. Protein is not only very important for building muscle but also helps retain lean muscle mass. Focus on consuming 3-4 meals a day ( e.g., 3 meals, with protein in main meals. Adding in water before or after a meal can also help with with feeling better. Try aiming to consume 2-3 20oz water bottles each day.
2Lift weights
Lifting weights, combined with best ways to achieve body recomposition (muscle gain/retention with a concomitant reduction in body fat). Weightlifting leads to better posture and balance, increased bone density, and fat loss maintenance. Working with a personal trainer can help you learn and reduce your risk of injury. Personal
3Cut back on certain habits
of us know what ours are. It might be snacking after dinner, eating out more than eating at home, or drinking alcohol and soda too often. The best way to cut back is to do it slowly, not cold turkey. For example, if you eat out four times a week, go twice a week and try to eat home-cooked meals. Or you can shift what you do when you eat out; instead of ordering pizza, try something new with a protein as the main dish. Moderation is key. Some people have to remove unhealthy snacks from their house — if they aren’t there, you can’t eat them.
4Take your rest days
life has told us otherwise, it’s so important relax, rest and recover. Working out too harm than good – whether your goal is to increase performance, improve your health or change your body’s physique. Rest days are like putting gas in the tank. Taking 2-3 rest days a week will help you reach your goals much faster. The best thing to do on a rest day is to take it easy and take the day for a long walk, or focus on mobility and stretching. Maybe even book a massage or physio appointment once a month.