Abs are made in the kitchen, not the gym.
Unfortunately we cant walk around with a photo-shopped edit or sucking in our stomachs the entire day trying to make them cute little jeans fit, trust me it’s impossible I’ve already tried. But there are alternatives, less painful and longer lasting to achieve that fabulous tummy you crave.
The tips you learn here will help you shed inches and pounds, banish that unwanted bloat, feeling even more gorgeous and confident in your body. Say hello to those skinny jeans you’ve had to bury in the wardrobe!
Eat at this magic hour
Tummy hacks that I have personally learned is that you must eat a snack that contains protein between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Go for a protein bar, a low-fat yogurt, or some almonds with an organic juicy apple. It’s important because it boosts metabolism and balances blood sugar.
The Ball.
The biggest benefit of training using the ball exercises is that they are very effective at targeting core muscles, those muscles that are essential for stability and good posture.
Ball activity:
- Lay flat on your back with your arms above your head and legs straight out.
- Start with a stability ball above your head in your hands.
- Bring the ball up above your chest as you bring your legs up to meet the ball and place it between your ankles.
- Bring the ball back down to the floor with your legs and straighten your arms back out over your head.Repeat the ball exchange 10 to 12 times, remembering to keep your lower back pressed into the floor as you do this move.
Cut down the grams of sugar.
Eat as close to zero grams of sugar as possible. This will keep insulin levels low and also keep levels of glucagon high. The best way I have ever read Glucagon described is like Pac-Man traveling around your waistline, munching up the fat to be used as energy.
The closer to zero grams of sugar you consume, the lower your insulin and the higher your glucagon,it is really as simple as that.
I recommend the DCBA approach: Diet first, Cardio second, Building muscle third, and Abs exercises last.
Let’s talk FASHION
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My speciality of course, the best way to hide your flaws is to obviously draw attention away from it and show off your assets, but keeping it classy!
If you’ve got gorgeous legs, wear slim pants, skirts(with or without tights due to preference). Have your arms or shoulders out, possibility of a sweetheart neckline or boatneck. Nonetheless, clothing is very important because so many different factors can either complement or bring the attention to the area you don’t want. Colours matter make sure they flatter you and not make you look like an overgrown peach, sometimes it is also wise to buy a size larger than usual so that your clothes don’t hug your figure in the wrong places appearing like you’re almost about to BURST!
Stay within the guidelines of spots and stripes!
Portions matter
Eating portion-controlled meals that include whole-grain foods and monounsaturated fats throughout the day is the best way to achieve a flat belly.
People who eat whole grains lose more abdominal fat, making most of the fats you eat monounsaturated fatty acids, therefore helping reduce ab flabs.
Important: Do not eat more than you need to. Sometimes what we consume is due to plate and cutlery sizes so be careful you’re not over eating.
The ultimate flat-belly day menu
Best breakfast: A slice of whole-wheat bread with natural peanut butter and 1 cup of your favorite berries.
Best lunch: Spinach salad with sliced avocado, grilled firm tofu, and cherry tomatoes, drizzled with a little olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
Best dinner: Grilled salmon, a roasted sweet potato, and sautéed asparagus with olive oil and garlic.
Best snack: A cup of fat-free yogurt with 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds.