- When is the best time to take my vitamins?
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Generally speaking, it is best to take any vitamins, multi-vitamin or single source along with food. Any meal time would work. However, most people need an extra boost in the afternoon.
- Why have I not lost my belly fat yet?
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Suggestions:
- Increase your fiber intake.
- Avoid Foods That Contain Trans Fats. These are often listed as partially hydrogenated fats.
- Reduce or eliminate alcohol intake.
- Eat a clean protein, there are some great shake and protein bars available.
- Reduce your stress levels. Minimizing stress should be one of your priorities if you’re trying to lose weight.
Why am I not losing my belly fat faster?
- Your food comes from a box or bag.
- You are skipping meals.
- You are hooked on soda or diet soda.
- You love burgers and all the fixin’s.
- You do not sleep enough.
- You eat too much salt.
- You drink too much alcohol.
- Should we really count calories?
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Actually counting calories leads to failure 95.4% of the time—and often leaves people fatter. If you starve yourself, your body slows down your metabolism and burns muscle rather than fat. Start eating healthy foods and you will start to lose the weight.
- Why is it important to have protein daily?
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Protein is an important component of every cell in the body. Your body uses protein to build and repair tissues. You also use protein to make enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. Plus your body does not store protein, you need to add it daily.
- What is the best way to shop for my fitness eating plan?
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Start with a plan and plan your plan. What I mean, write out your meals and menus on a weekly basis. That way you will stay ahead of your cravings and spur of the moment purchases. It will also save you money. Many stores have shop online and pick up at location. This is a great feature that you can take advantage of. It will again save you money and you will not be tempted to throw extra things in the cart that you are tempted with.
- What is the best way to manage my weight once I achieve my goal?
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Let your plate be your guide - 80% veggies & greens. Think color. 20% Protein.
Watch less TV.
Consider adding minutes to your exercise plan.
Plan meals ahead.
Eat Breakfast. - What is the big deal about the words that I say about my image?
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It has been said that the average person has any where between 20,000 – 75,000 thousands thoughts that run through their minds on a daily basis. It has also been reported that over 80% of them are negative and self destructive. Therefore, what you think about, you bring about. Start confusing good things about yourself and speak them out loud as you go though your day. You can do this on the way to work, as you are fixing dinner, before, during and after your exercise program. Do this for 21 days in a row, I promise you will start to look at your self differently.
