I don’t know about you but seeing the athletes bodies in the 2012 London Olympics is inspiring. Hello swimmers! Nice abs! Muscled legs, backs, abs, and arms all carefully sculpted for power, speed, and endurance. I sure as heck want an Olympic body and it got me thinking can’t everyone look like that? The answer is “Yes!” Now I know that most people can’t devote the kind of time the Olympic Athletes do to their training but if you want to shape up here are some tips to get a body like Misty May Treanor and Kerri Walsh.
1.)Eating right is the #1 focus for anyone trying to make positive physical changes. No matter if you are a professional athlete or a desk jockey. Content not calories is the priority. Eating fruits, veggies, lean proteins is a given but pay attention to your sugar intake. If you aren’t burning sugars when you workout guess what happens.....you gain weight! Eeeek!
Eating frequently also increases your body's metabolism, which means it will burn more calories.
Most Olympic athletes eat five to six meals a day, with protein at each, to increase lean muscle mass and maintain maximum efficiency. So plan to eat smaller meals, ideally two and one-half to three hours between each.
Most important enjoy the endeavor. And once in awhile treat yourself. Personally I love Dairy Queen’s M&M Blizzard.
1.)Eating right is the #1 focus for anyone trying to make positive physical changes. No matter if you are a professional athlete or a desk jockey. Content not calories is the priority. Eating fruits, veggies, lean proteins is a given but pay attention to your sugar intake. If you aren’t burning sugars when you workout guess what happens.....you gain weight! Eeeek!
Eating frequently also increases your body's metabolism, which means it will burn more calories.
Most Olympic athletes eat five to six meals a day, with protein at each, to increase lean muscle mass and maintain maximum efficiency. So plan to eat smaller meals, ideally two and one-half to three hours between each.
2.)Hire a personal trainer. I know spending the money might make you hesitant but having an individually tailored program will make you see results. Trainers hold you accountable! If you really can’t afford a trainer find someone who is as dedicated to fitness as you and train together.
Most important enjoy the endeavor. And once in awhile treat yourself. Personally I love Dairy Queen’s M&M Blizzard.
