How To Transform Your Body In A Week

What do you do if you want to get in phenomenal shape within a week? Check out my 7 best strategies to get you your desirable shape AT ONCE. Granted, its certainly easier to stay in great shape if youve already been exercising regularly and eating fairly well, but even at this time of year even the most committed Body Incredible seeker can slip up. When I need to shape up, tighten up and lift up (my energy!) as quickly smart as possible I follow this format. Trust me, it really works. But no half-hearted attempts - its a matter of week.

• No Alcohol. No exceptions.


• Why not start the day with some digestive foods.What I use? Its a high grade magnesium supplement (I love the Isagenix Isa Flush capsules because they are such superior quality, but you can also find one at a good health food store), chased with 2 glasses of moderate water. Those who find things particularly hard to move in the morning can add some lemon to the water, and also try this yoga pose to massage and relax your colon. Begin with one leg at a time, and then after doing each side (right first), pull in and hug both legs to you. Dont forget to breathe! You should hold this for at least 10-20 seconds.


• Sounds evident, but GET MOVING! How often do you think Oh, Id like to exercise more, but Im just too busy, or I only have 20 minutes to spare so its not worth it? Guess what? Each and every minute is important. If youre looking to shape up quick-smart then you simply must do some exercise every day for that 7 or so day period. Id suggest alternating the tough stuff (meaning weights, running, exercise that breaks muscle down) with some recovery. Give it a try with Yoga which is one good example, but even a lighter walk is okay if you did a big sweat session the previous day. When Im really keen to tighten up, I try to squeeze in 2 sweat sessions per day - even if it is only a quick circuit for 15 minutes.


• Dont each too much. Again, a bit obvious, but if you cut back on your food intake then you will tighten up. Of course, there is a bit more to it than just cutting back - I certainly dont advocate calorie counting or skipping meals, but I do encourage you to consider the size of your meals. The protein element should equate to about a palm size (for an average 150 pound (about 70 kg) adult. Thats your palm, not your local giants. Fill the rest of your plate with fresh vegetables and salads and a couple teaspoons of good fat. Coconut oil, palm oil, organic ghee, extra virgin olive oil, avocado - these are all great options.


• Grab your 8 hours. One of my favorite books, Lights Out: Sleep, Sugar and Survival" by TS Wiley, details in vivid detail how a lack of sleep can cause you to hold onto fat stores regardless of exercise or nutrition. This is due to the imbalance caused to your hormonal system when you dont get enough shut-eye. Adequate sleep will not only aid physical and psychological repair, relieve your body of nasty fat-storing stress hormones, but it will also help you to exercise more efficiently throughout the day, and feel mentally strong enough to resist enticement.


• Watch the sneaky fat makers. You may not realize how much that skinny latte, low-fat yogurt, spoonful of sugar, etc is affecting your waistline. Just about a week for change, dont you do this for a better YOU? That means no sugar laden beverages. This includes sugar in tea/coffee, milky tea/coffee, fruit juices (even fresh), artificial sweeteners of any kind, including diet soft drink (studies have shown that these trick your hormonal system and cause a fat storing reaction). Also cut out the low-fat products which are generally laden with sugar, and even if theyre not, theyre still not fresh food, and say no 100% to any kind of sneaky snack. That means not even one jelly baby! It really does all add up.


• Okay, keep out yourself from caffeine. I do love my coffee, and enjoy at least one organic long macchiato each day. But, you know one thing, too much caffeine can cause really adverse effects - it can cause a stress hormone reaction that puts you into fat-storing mode. Bind yourself in a limit, say a cup in the morning, and then say NO to your partners or colleagues. Also stay off any other kind of caffeinated stimulant.

Yet you dont have a hurry to change yourself quickly, I would suggest you to follow this advice for at least a week to see what you can achieve? Who knows - it may even motivate you to live every day with greater health and energy! Oh - and if you dont have your own reason, use mine: being unhealthy is disgusting. And it makes you unhappy. You know it, and I know it. And guess what? Now, today, yes this very minute, really is the best time to start transforming your body.

Kat Eden is a Professional Personal Trainer and Health/Performance Coach from Australia. Keep eyes on her articles and learn many important facts like, The Affects Due To Lack Of Sleep On Your Health. You can also send her Email or RSS by just clicking here.