So by now most of you have forgotten about your New Year’s Resolution. Am I right? I hope not, but if you are, lets get back on track. If you followed all of my advice for January, February will be much easier.
1) Keep controlling your calorie intake, but now also focus on food quality. Fruits, veggies, nuts, lean meat and fish should be the main focus of your diet.
2) Keep increasing your protein intake until you are close to 30%. Your diet should break down to 30% Protein, 40% Carbohydrates and 30% Fats. The fats may seem high, but remember, we are assuming you are eating good fats (nuts, avocado, olive oil etc.) and working out. Fats help keep you full longer and keep your energy level high.
3) Continue to strength train 2-3 times a week. Start adding weight. Building muscle is a key component in weight loss. If your goal is not weight loss, remember that lean muscle also help prevent injury, increase bone density and decreases your risk of heart disease.
4) Increase your cardio. You can make your cardio sessions harder by increasing the time, increasing the distance, increasing intensity or increasing resistance.
5) Stretch!!! Look at the blog about foam rolling J
Next month I will post goals for March. Things will start to get more difficult, so keep up. Let me know if you have specific questions.
Enjoy Life – Workout!
