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Beginner's Guide to Getting in the Best Shape of Your Life
By Figure & Bikini Editor - Kristin Shaffer
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Do you suffer from analysis paralysis? Do you change your diet and exercise with every new bit of information you find out? Is the only consistency in your diet the fact that you're inconsistent? If so, this article is for you. The only way to make gains both in muscle growth and fat loss is to establish consistency and then tweak things little by little until you learn your body and how it responds. Here is how to do that.
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Diet > Hunger!!!!
Whey is a fast-absorbing protein so it's typically one you don't want to consume right before bedtime. Casein is a slow absorption protein which is why it's preferred at that time. Great question about the calorie count. You're getting pretty close to your BMR at 1400. If I were you I wouldn't go below that. Your body will likely rebel if you do, holding on to every calorie it can in the form of fat. You're doing great!!! ~Kristin
Posted By fabeditor
May 18, 2012
Diet > Hunger!!!!
Thank you for the feedback!! I've noticed that you all are using casein, what are you thoughts about whey instead as a drink before bed. Also, is there a calorie count that you don't go below? I'm at 1400 and usually burn a little over 2000 a day. I'm trying to create the daily 500 calorie deficit. I weigh about 120 and am 5'2. I don't know if age has anything to do with how quickly the belly fat is coming off, but I am 44. Many thanks!
Posted By aford
May 18, 2012
Diet > Hunger!!!!
I totally agree with Krislynn. That fact that you're hungry is a sign that your metabolism is racing. That's AWESOME! I would actually be concerned if the opposite was true. I drink a casein shake (with water) right at bedtime. It's 120 calories of pure protein. Helps to stem off hunger, keeps the metabolism going, and helps to keep hard earned muscle. Might thing about giving that a try if you haven't already. ~Kristin
Posted By fabeditor
May 17, 2012
Diet > Hunger!!!!
IMO, cutting back should be spread out thru the day. The hunger is a sign your metabolism is spiking.. typical when cals go down, esp if your training level is customized by your cal intake you should not worry... your burning the good crap we want gone. I am positive some other Diva here has more to say on this. But thats my quicky on it. We all get worried, confused & cautious... but there are many factors to the hunger. Also, I am a sleep with in 1 hr of my last meal, you should probly consider a meal closer to bedtime. Hope this helps or you get a better response. Good Luck Diva!
Posted By Krislynn
May 17, 2012
Diet > Hunger!!!!
I'm in my 10th week and have cut back on calories and find myself hungry within two hours of my last meal. I'm concerned about my metabolism slowing down. I cut back about 154 calories in my first meal of the day. Is that too much to cut back?
Posted By aford
May 17, 2012
Workouts > Close 2 Comp Cardio
Well I think I found another Sweetass option Ladies...A BIG O Trampoline Class!!! Its right down the street... Kinda Cool huh??? ;) I dont mind Cardio (um well today), I just think my bod is asking me to get at it another way... switch things up!! So I think Im going to get Bouncing!! ;)
Posted By Krislynn
May 16, 2012
Workouts > Close 2 Comp Cardio
Foxy I did the same! LOVE the group classes. BodyJam for me. SO super fun and a great cardio workout. I actually will need to increase my calories during prep to make sure I don't drop weight too fast with those classes. LOVE that! :) ~Kristin
Posted By fabeditor
May 15, 2012
Workouts > Close 2 Comp Cardio
Thanks Foxy... I like that idea, good break from the norm and I'll keep pushing cuz others are doing the same!! Its so easy to backstep a bit going solo ;(
Posted By Krislynn
May 15, 2012
Workouts > Close 2 Comp Cardio
I have taken to doing lots of the group classes at the gym...I'm typically okay doing one cardio session on my own, but I need some excitement for the other, so I try to do a class...like body step, body attack, or body combat. It helps! The hour goes by quickly, intensity remains high, and it feels good when done!
Posted By foxybrown
May 15, 2012
Workouts > Close 2 Comp Cardio
Im 4weeks out, YAY!!! ... and the cardio is up & my intensity might plumbet!!! Im wondering what do you gals do to spice up your cardio, the closer you get to the stage?
Posted By Krislynn
May 15, 2012
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