Day Fifteen Of Diet Challenge

Well, it’s the start of week three and I can genuinely say that I’m feeling much better than I did on week one.

Any “detox-nasties” that were still left in my system seem to have disappeared and I’m feeling fresh, revitalised and ready to attack week three now so beware! : )

I myself have lost a couple of pounds (although this wasn’t the main reason why I’m doing the diet, I’m doing it for the health benefits) and I’m looking leaner and more defined than I have done in a while.

I’m working hard with my exercise (although not becoming obsessed with it!) making sure I get in 3 workouts per week whether it be at my local gym or in my garden. My stomach muscles are starting to come through again (yay!). I didn’t have much excess bodyfat in the first place if I’m being honest, although I am starting to notice some changes now, which is good.

I’m drinking plenty of fresh clean water (although not filtered water). As I’ve been saying for quite some time now using a high powered “super-duper” water filter can not be as great as we might think!

Why?

Well as well as sucking out all the bad bacteria, it also takes the good bacteria with it too so I’ve been opting for Evian bottled water.

So anyway whilst I’ve got you here, I just wanted to take some time out to talk to you about the 2 diet techniques that I refer to in my report and that’s Metabolic Typing and calorie zigzagging.

I’ve had 3 of the same question hitting my mailbox this week and the question was “when to start eating according to your metabolic type” and “when to start zig-zagging calories?”

Good questions these but you can relax!

These 2 diet techniques are implemented on day 50 (Week 8) of the Diet Challenge so you’ve got a while yet although it won’t hurt to find out what metabolic type you are now! You can go here to fill out the questionnaire and find out more info on it if you like (if you haven’t done so already).

So for now, keep going as you are (Remember this is a 60 day commitment so don’t stop here), and here are three more fat burning tips to help you stay on course this week

Cut out the alcohol

Having a drink whilst on this detox will not only seriously reduce your strength and recovery after your workouts but will also put a “screaming halt” on your fatloss goals.

I mentioned the affects of “acetate” in my report but incase it didn’t go in the first time, let me refresh your memory : )

Alcohol is converted into a substance called acetate and this stuff is bad news if you wan to burn that stubborn bodyfat.

You see, acetate stays in your system for a very long time. A car engine typically uses only the one source of fuel, however your body on the other hand draws from a number of energy sources such as protein, carbohydrates and fats.

The choice of fuel (for your body) is dictated by its availability. In other words, your body will use whatever you feed it! So when acetate levels rise, your body simply burns more acetate (for fuel) and LESS FAT!

The exact opposite of what you want to achieve!

So in essence, acetate pushes FAT to the back of the cue.

Need I say more? Do yourself a favour and cut it out completely for the next few weeks.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying “don’t ever drink alcohol ever again” that would be both foolish and unrealistic but what I am saying is that you do need to stay off the source for the next few weeks if you want to see some great results by Day 60.

And if you want some more reasons to stay sober for the rest of this challenge then check this out : )




Classic eh? Although some of those guys must have been seriously intoxicated to do some of the stuff they were doing : (

Anyway, just stay off it ok?

(ok where were we!)

Use your food diary

Keep using your food diary and keep planning what you’re going to have to eat for the next day. Remember if you fail to prepare then prepare to fail. Ok : ) that sounded a bit of a cliché (even by my own admittance!) but the truth of the matter is that those who stick to a food diary are more than likely to be successful than those who don’t.

So write down everything you eat and drink and make sure you know what you’re going to eat for the next day.

Use low fat Cooking Techniques.

Avoid frying and microwaving, instead replace with steaming, baking, grilling or stir-frying.

Good luck, keep the momentum going and I’ll speak to you in the week : )


Sam

Day 5 Of Fatloss Challenge

Well it’s the end of the first week of my Diet Challenge (only 7 weeks to go, yay!) and already I’m starting to receive early success stories from you. : )

Now if you’re anything like me, you maybe starting to feel the affects from eliminating your banned foods.

Affects such as:

Bloating,
Bad breath (nice!)
Zits,
Gas,
Sweet cravings
…and headaches : (

Everyone is different when it comes to side affects. Most people following my diet will experience these symptoms for a few days, provided they’re not cheating! For others, they will linger for a little longer and for many, they may not kick in until week 2.

Some won’t experience hardly ANY symptoms at all!(hey that’s not fair!)

The thing is, symptoms can vary from person to person.

YOU may experience one symptom more than say, your best friend (for instance if you drink a lot of caffeine, such as coffee, tea, coke or any other caffeine beverage then it’s pretty common to get headaches or migraines).

If you eat a lot of sugar (or processed food) you may get some kind of sugar craving.

Whatever category you fall into, you can rest assured that there’s no right or wrong so relax.

Everyone is unique.

My advice is hang in there, these affects won’t last for long, provided you stick to all my guidelines. Drink plenty of water as this will help flush out all the toxins(that are causing your symptoms) a little quicker and take some hot baths as this will speed up the toxin release too : )

Now you maybe thinking "Oh, it's ok, I'll just have a bit of chocolate or a quick coffee...surely that won't hurt?"

Well let me tell you that it WILL hurt, and it WILL make a difference.

Here's why...

You know I said that these symptoms usually only last for a few days?
well guess what, if you add MORE toxins into your system whilst your trying to expel all the old ones, then these symptoms will last alot longer than a few days!

Now if you're anything like me, I'd prefer to get them over and done with in just a few days rather than have them drag on for longer wouldn't you?

So look, it’s plain and simple, be determined that you WILL complete these 60 days and refuse to stop.

I know you can do it!

In the mean time here’s a workout you can do if you want to speed up your results : )




Enjoy your weekend and I’ll catch up with you on Monday

Day 1 Of Fatloss Challenge

Well, it’s day 1 of the fatloss challenge and I’ve just come back from working out with my brother. We did one of my H.I.T workouts. We were only in the gym for 45 minutes but boy did we work hard during that time!

The workout consisted of 20 minutes of weights followed by some challenging intervals on the treadmill. Feel great now!!

I had my last few alcoholic drinks over the weekend with my friends. That’s it now for 60 DAYS! No more alcohol (I don’t drink that much anyway, only a few every now and then so I won’t notice it that much…he says!) : )

I don't drink coffee or eat processed food (I try to eat organic whenever I can) so these won't be much of a problem eliminating them completely from my diet. I am rather partial to the occasional sweet though after a meal, so it will be interesting to see how I get on with eliminating sugar over the next few days.

Eating has gone well today so far : )

Had breakfast at 8:30 this morning: Organic Porridge with seeds and raisons,
mid morning: half a handful of mixed nuts with apple,
Lunch: Tuna with balsamic vinegar, salad, 1 x apple.

Later in between clients, I plan to eat the following:

Midafternoon: half a handful of mixed nuts with natural live yoghrt
Dinner: Organic salmon, with a couple of baby new potatoes with broccoli

Ok, I’m off to my next client now so I’ll catch up with you tomorrow. I hope you’re going ok today aswell?

Whatever you decide to do this January, please don’t join THIS slimming club! : )



Have an awesome day : )

Get Back In Shape After Christmas: Sam’s 60 Day Fatloss Challenge

Well, Christmas and new year have been and gone and 2009 is upon us already and I don’t know about you but I had a real pleasant time spending it with friends and family. Trust me, having worked extremely hard over the last year I felt as though I fully deserved a break this year (all be it for 3 days!).

Although I have to admit, I did do a little over indulging myself (hey, I’m being honest!), and whilst writing this am actually feeling a little lethargic and still have the remains of a cold that every man and their dog seemed to have over Christmas!

I feel like the festive party season has gradually taken its toll on my body. I haven’t put on any excess body fat mind as I‘ve been keeping my exercise up, but now I’m more than ready to get back into my healthy diet regime.

So how was Christmas for you?

Did you get a visit from the festive flab monster?
Was Christmas a little too good to you?
Are those jeans a little tighter than they were before the festive season?
Feeling like you need a good detox? : )

If you answered yes to any of the questions above then hey! it’s time to get yourself sorted and back on the road to health and fitness for 2009.

Now that Christmas is well and truly over, vacations are done, kids are back at school,

its time to lose that excess body fat isn’t it!

Its time to get serious about getting back into great shape.

Think about this for a second,

All of December you’ve been over indulging on Beers, wines, mince pies, (not to mention all that Christmas pud) during which time your kidneys, liver and lymphatic system have all been taking a hammering (which it turn can affect your bodies ability to burn body fat) so its only fair that you give them a break for January wouldn’t you say?

And if that’s not a good enough reason to eat clean for the next 60 days then
check this out now.

Yep, its time to commit to my 60 day diet challenge (or recommit to it if you‘ve already downloaded it) It costs nothing, except a little commitment and effort from your end, but the rewards are huge. Remember there are no pills, supplements, powders or complicated calorie counting involved whatsoever just eating the way mother nature intended us to eat.

That’s it!

In fact, If you commit to start it over with on Monday 12th January I’ll commit to going through it with you so you don’t feel like you’re in it alone.

There’s no catch, I just want to kickstart the first 60 days to 2009 to make sure that all of my readers start the year in great shape.

What do you say?

Want to commit to this?

Just leave me a message in the comments section of the blog. Tell me that you want to go ahead and work with me for FREE on the diet for 60 days starting Monday next week and what you hope the result will be.

Catch up with you tomorrow!