Flatter midsection
Q: How can I flatten my stomach? La-Shunda in Greenville, SC A: This is one of the most frequently asked and the thing that frustrates most people when it comes to working out. How to flatten my stomach? Although, exercising is very important because it will help to shape and mold your body, it can not do so without the proper nutrition. Diet has a negative connotation so I always talk about eating as a lifestyle change. What you eat, when you eat it and portion sizes are all prevalent. With that said, one wants to have a healthy balance of carbs, proteins and fats. Starving yourself is not the answer to slimming down. You might lose weight but how much of the weight you lose is muscle? And muscle is what gives the body an aesthetic look. Muscle requires food for its nutrients and without the proper nutrients you lose muscle. You can actually have a very strong core (the major muscles I am referring to are the abdominal, all the way around to the lower back) and still not have a flat stomach. Having an efficient metabolism is the key. Utilizing the nutrients you put into your body to not only maintain muscle but build new muscle is your goal. When you achieve that, you will find your body is working with you, instead of against you. Another very important point is that we tend to be our worst critic. That's where having some form of method to track our progress is important. Have your body fat taken every 6 weeks or your body measurements. Trying to eyeball your results is difficult because you see yourself everyday and the changes are slow and gradual. Personally, I always recommend pictures. You are able to see what areas are improving and see what areas you would like to work on a little more. You can go back and actually see your body's transformation! Remember, your body is an evolving organism. At no time does it stay constant. That's the neat thing about it but also the frustrating thing. You have the ability to change it but as you see results you have to also change more of your lifestyle to get to your goals. What worked for you before will get old and your body will acclimate to it. As your body evolves, so must your lifestyle. I hope this helps to aid you in your fitness goals!
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