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One thing I always get asked for is tips about getting a flat stomach, so I though I would Share my Top 5 Tips.
1. KNOW YOUR MACROS
Make sure you know what your BMR is and also what your correct macronutrients are for your goals. If you really want to cut that belly fat then you need to take control of your nutrition and make sure you are disciplined. I like to use this calculator for my clients to work out roughly what they will be needing http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/macronutrients_calculator.htm
I always say... " You can't Manage what you don't measure"
2. EAT!
Eating too little will force your body into "starvation mode," which will cause it to store added fat for energy. Make sure you eat frequent small meals and eat for your body's needs and not the wants.
3. GET THE CARDIO IN
Cardio is one of my least favourite things to do when it comes to workouts, but it really does need to be done to burn that fat! I am trying to fit it in three times a week and do around 35-45 mins each time. Interval training is incredible for burning fat too.
4. EAT COMPLEX CARBS
Opt for complex, starchy, and fiber-filled carbohydrates such as sweet potatoes, brown rice, legumes, oats, leafy greens, and asparagus, which are digested slower.
5. TRAIN YOUR CORE
Make sure you give your abs a good blast in the gym. I don't over train my abs but I do dedicate some time in the gym to experiment with all sorts of core exercises to make it interesting as well as challenging and effective. My Fav exercises at the moment are.. Hanging Leg Raise, Spider Man, V-Ups and Planking Variations.
Hope this helps you a little MyGymspirationTeam. Keep up the hard work, and remember most of all keep if fun.
In Health and Fitness
Sonia Yasmin Ali
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