One of the BIGGEST misconceptions I run into with women is they think to lose weight, they need to do cardio, cardio, cardio, and only light weights with lots of repetitions. They get down to their last 10-20 lbs and the weight isn't coming off like they would like, and they are running faster, longer, using treadmills, elliptical's, etc.
Let me tell you something… When you start to shift your mindset… From over doing cardio, to lifting weights, and REALLY lifting weights (I mean ONLY 8-12 reps and even to get there, You often need 1-2 breaks to keep your form really good), that is when your body will change. That is when you will get that defined look you had always wanted but could never figure out how to get!
Get to the gym or use a program at home (my favorites for teaching heavy weights that produce awesome results are ChaLEAN Extreme, Body Beast, P90x, Les Mills Pump) and LIFT HEAVY! Challenge yourself so much that you can't get through your set in your Body Pump Class… Where you have to take BREAKS! That means you are challenging those muscles enough that they are fatiguing faster. Muscle endurance is good and important to add in, but helping those muscles reach fatigue at a lower rep count, will help you build lean muscle, and get the defined look you're wanting. Cardio is important too, but most women have that part down
If you want to be toned and defined, start lifting heavier weights! And if you need help choosing a program to do from home, Message me! I can help match you up with a program that best fits your goals! <3
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