Mat chose the perfect foods for the last two weeks of the challenge! I do have these foods often and they are so healthy for you.
Garlic is considered a natural antibiotic. It has so many health benefits, from lowering blood pressure to raising the HDL (good cholesterol) and lowering the LDL (bad cholesterol). It helps reduce cancer risk, aids in weight loss and can reduce inflammation and pain in the body.
WOW! This had to be the most intense workout yet! My trainer told me right away today that he was gonna beat me up! He wasn't kidding, it was a challenging workout. If this doesn't flatten my abs, nothing will!
My trainer checked my body fat percentage and I lost between two to four mm in my abs. That means I'm getting leaner, more muscle! My chest and legs are very close to lean. I know my legs feel incredibly strong, definitely my strength is in my legs! He still wants my body fat percentage to go down and the weight will fall into place. I do think the abs are tightening but I probably obsess about it too much. The hard work is paying off though.
You might be wondering, why would anyone want to give up beef? It's an excellent source of protein and it's such a big part of the American diet.
Well, the problem is that store bought beef is more than likely full ofn growth hormones and antibiotics. I know people say you can have beef from grass fed cows. That's true and I would do that if it weren't for one thing… I don't really miss it.
Mat announced the super foods for the Fitness Commitment challenge weeks five and six.
Kale was for week five, and what an awesome choice that was! Kale is one of the most nutrient dense foods out there. It is one of nutritarian Dr. Fuhrman's favorite food choices. You should have kale everyday! Kale lowers your risk of cancer and supports your body's detoxification system. It has Vitamin A, Vitamin C and is very high in Vitamin K, which any Americans often lack. Vitamin K is essential for bone health and brain function.
I went to my doctor last Friday. Mat, my personal trainer, wanted me to ask my doctor about what he thought it would take to tighten my abs. According to the doctor, the abs could tighten, or they may not. Some people opt for surgery (tummy tucks) but insurance likely doesn't cover it.
The good news about my appointment, I don't have high blood pressure at all and I'm not pre-hypertensive. I have normal blood pressure without the use of meds, which makes me proud. Others may go along with doctor's advice and go on medication right away. I went a different route and am so glad I did! No medication is necessary, just keep doing what I'm doing!
