‘How Can I Lose Weight & Tone up Lee?’
I get asked this question ALL the time so here’s the answer.
The biggest part of this is 100% nutrition.
If you want to look ‘toned’ = see definition/muscle.
You need to drop bodyfat and build muscle
➡ The only way to drop bodyfat is a CALORIE DEFICIT.
➡ The only way to build muscle is EXERCISE (plus sufficient protein).
Different types of exercise will be more efficient than others however,
Without a doubt, the best and most effective way to build muscle is to incorporate some kind of weight/resistance training 2-3 x per week.
Whether it’s dumbells, kettlebells a barbell or any other suitable weight.
And if you don’t have any of those, something like washing detergent bottles or a weighted rucksack – get creative and use whatever you have.
Just pick up some weights and start challenging yourself.
But I get it.
Many women are scared of using weights.
REASON NO 1️⃣
They’re not sure what to do with them.
My suggestion:
Invest in a Personal Trainer, go to some fitness classes that incorporate resistance training and weights, check out YouTube, follow trusted fitness people on social media.
REASON NO 2️⃣
They think it will make them big & bulky.
Over consuming too many calories will make you big and bulky!!
Women have to work pretty hard to build muscle via strength training + sufficient calories/protein.
You will not automatically grow big muscles from picking up weights.
However,
✅ Weight training on a weekly basis will help your bones, muscles & joints grow significantly stronger.
✅ Decrease your risk of osteoporosis
✅ Decrease your risk of heart disease
✅ Prevent injuries
✅ Increase pelvic floor health
✅ Increase mental and brain health
✅ Make you feel AWESOME and everyday life easier!
✅ Seriously change your body composition ie look more ‘toned’.
Plus so much more!!
Whether you add a weight to your squats, lunges, or start playing with some kettlebells or any other type of weight.
There’s so much to choose from.
Have a look at Supermarkets, TK Maxx, Argos & Amazon for some bargains.
Aaand just because I genuinely want you to succeed and LOVE helping you.
Check out this 20min, feel good, body sculpting, weighted workout you can do from home.
It was a live workout but I’ve edited the ‘chat’ so…
Grab your trainers, dumbell (or water bottle) press play and follow me
5 exercises – 40 secs work – 15 secs rest – 4 rounds
If you’re short on time or struggling with form, just aim for 2 rounds (10mins) and build up.
OPTIONS THROUGHOUT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1Lpvp_seKg
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