How To Be Slimmer By Summer!

By The DivaGals | April 5, 2018 | Fitness

With Spring here, the DivaGals are already thinking about wearing less layers and showing more skin. With that in mind, we’ve been focusing on our health and fitness a little bit more.

You donΓÇÖt need to go all out in order to get a great body. You just need to follow a few tips to help you look and feel great. These are also perfect for any Divas lacking motivation or feeling sluggish. Follow a few simple fitness tips and you will be off to a great start.

Start With A┬á Smoothie
One of the best ways to start your healthy eating regime is to start the day with a fresh smoothie. There are so many different ways to ensure that you get all of your vitamins, but one of the simplest is to buy a good blender and start making smoothies. There are so many ways and ingredients you can use in a smoothie – and we say be inventive: it┬áproduces the best results! Pre-chop your fruit and veg and store it in the fridge or freezer. This way you will always have a handy supply of ingredients ready. Need inspiration? Check out the books from one of our fave health divas, chef Candice Kumai.

Add Protein
Ladies, we need our protein! Eggs make a delicious breakfast, but they’re also great in salads along with chicken, beef or tuna. Vegan? Beans or lentils mixed with a┬ágrain can give you your protein, or try tofu and tempeh.┬á If you have high-calorie recipes that you love, why not flip them and try to bake, steam or saute? You can still have all the flava┬á- and a lot fewer calories! No time to make eggs? Then you need low-carb, high-protein fuel on the go – try out these protein bars: ketogenicsupplementreviews.com/snacks/protein-bars.

Walk and Run
Getting in shape doesn’t have┬áto be fancy or expensive. All you need is a great pair of shoes. Walking and running are great ways to get out there,┬áraise your heart rate and see the world, one step at a time. Find a local park or take a hike up into the woodlands for a fun and challenging adventure. Take things slow at first and then work up to your desired fitness level. Of course, you’ll need the right footwear. We love the Ryka Collection that offers shoes for walking, running and anything in-between.

Get HIIT
Don’t worry – this isn’t an impact punch. HIIT stands for high-intensity interval training. It requires short bursts of high-intensity exercise followed by a slower-paced recovery time. The workouts are time efficient and effective if youΓÇÖre looking to burn fat. So you can get more calorie bang for your buck in the shortest amount of time. Check out the kickboxing classes offered at Tapout gyms across the country to engage in this type of workout.┬áThey┬áare time efficient and effective if youΓÇÖre looking to burn fat. Have a home gym? Make sure you have a BOSU in your collection. This crazy looking appartus challenges your core with every move you do! Need some ideas? Check out GymRa’s BOSU video for creative inspiration! You can get your BOSU from Amazon here!

Make Small Changes With Big Impact
Getting fitter doesn’t have to be a major overhaul. Even small changes can help make a difference. Things like drinking more water or joining a local gym are perfect. You could also get your gals and start a walking group or go to Zumba together. If you need inspiration on what small changes to make, check out authorityhealth.com for ideas.

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