Build Muscle, Lose Fat

Monday, December 20, 2010


One of the things I have sitting on a desk as you enter my studio is a pound of fat. It is a replica of what a pound of fat looks like in your body. To go along with that, I also have a pound of muscle.

To many people it is inspiration. They don't want to have 30 1 pound blocks of butter on their body and they can see the difference between fat and muscle. The fat is basically light and fluffy looking, which will take up more space in the body. The muscle is more dense and even though you may have the same pound as the fat it will take up less space.

So how do you build muscle and lose fat? I'll be honest with you, it's not easy, but at the same time, it's not impossible.

First, you need decide. Are you tired of being overweight, out of shape and not feeling good about yourself? How tired are you? If you are just a little bit tired and not really committed, then you are not going to make the necessary changes you need to build muscle and lose fat and ultimately change your life.

Second, once you have made the decision that this is what you really want, and you are going to do everything you can to make it happen, go get a camera. This may be one of the hardest things you do. When I had to put on that bikini and stand feeling absolutely naked waiting for the flash, it was the most awful thing. Even though it was my husband taking the picture, I was embarrassed, felt so disappointed in myself and I just wanted it over. You may not want to but you need to take that picture. We often have in our heads what we look like and when you take the picture and look at it, you may be surprised. I know my first thought was, "I can't believe that is me". Now that you have a picture, post it somewhere, that you will see it everyday. It will become your inspiration and motivation.

Third, get support. You will not be able to do this alone. There will be times of temptation and frustration and I guarantee you will want to have support when you are feeling defeated. Tell people you love what your goals are and ask them for help. Ask them to encourage you and remind you of your goals and what you really want, especially when things get tough.

Fourth, write everything down. Write what you plan to eat, and what you plan to do for exercise. This is such an important step. The most successful people are those who take the time to write everything down. Once it is written down, there is nothing left to do except follow it.

Some of my favourite exercises to get you started are:
-push ups for chest
-bicep curls for biceps
-tricep kickback with a tube
-back rows with a dumbbell for back
-shoulder press with dumbbells
-lunges and squats for legs
-crunches, bicycle, planks for abs

The key to success is to be patient and stick with it. I know it will happen. You will see results and you will love them:)

Committed to your fitness success,
Kelly Parker
www.fitmommakeover.net

7 comments:

Beth said...

Great post! Thanks for the motivation! I really appreciate your posts and ideas

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LittleMiss86 said...

Great post! Ive got a nearly 8 month old daughter and a 3 year old. Have been trying to get into exercising more. you have some really good points. Just one question. How long did it take you to reach your goal?? I know everyones body is different. Just wondering :) Good job btw!

Kelly Parker said...

@littleMiss, I'm glad you are enjoying the posts. Finding the time to exercise with kids can be challenging. I have 3 of them. Mine are a bit older now and it does get easier. When they are young like yours, you have to always plan, plan, plan. When I took those pics of me, it was after my second daughter was born. I put myself on 12 week program and I definitely stuck with it. 12 weeks later I lost 24 pounds and 26 inches. I didn't go crazy. I was definitely good with my eating through the week, but I did give myself a day to enjoy the things I love. I did work out with 3 cardio sessions a week and 3 weight sessions a week. I find it helps if you can have a friend do it with you. Give it a try and let me know how you do:)

Cleo Pascal said...

Our health is so important in our lives because if we are living a healthy life and if we are a healthy person, we can do almost all things without worrying about our health. And for me good health means exercise and healthy diet. And nowadays, there are some nutrition experts who offers better alternative healing medicines for good holistic health and healing and for us to lose that unwanted fat in our body.

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