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Month TWO of your BODY MAKEOVER !
You got wasted, ate junk and partied through the hot season. Was it worth it? Hell yes! But now that your summer of love is over and you’re feeling crap and bloated, we’ve come to the rescue with a three-month body plan to get you back on the fitness track, as well as shed a few not-needed kg's.
Need some convincing? Check out the progress of our real-life road-tester, Lisa. Watch her transformation inside and out!
MONTH 2:
What your body needs daily
The following foods should be eaten in at least five small serves a day to maximise your metabolism and regulate your blood sugar levels.
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1. Essential fatty acids
Aim for two servings of essential fatty acids (EFAs) or saturated fats a day. That's ¼ of an avocado, 1 tbsp of olive oil, 150g fish or ¼ cup of nuts and seeds.
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2. Low GI carbs
Slow-releasing carbs like fruits, full-grain breads, legumes and vegetables. Avoid the white carbohydrates like pasta, white rice and white bread.
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3. Fluids
At least 2.5 litres of water, herbal teas like peppermint, green, rose hip and the green teas, or fresh vegie juices. Keep a bottle of water on your desk and sip it through the day.
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4. Protein
Protein with each meal. Aim for small amounts of meat protein and larger amounts of vegetarian protein such as grains, vegetables, nuts and seeds.
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5. Fibre
At least 40g of fibre. Try 1 tbsp of psyllium husk with brekkie, or simply stock up on fruits and vegetables, and high fibre cereals such as Weetbix.
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And now for ... sweating off some calories!
We've got your exercise program sorted in Part 2 of the CLEO BODY MAKEOVER. As you curse us, just remember how great you'll feel afterwards!
Having trouble toning up, losing weight or getting fit? Ask CLEO's online personal trainer now!
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Thought of the day
Week 2 sample menu:
Breakfast:
Fresh fruit with cow’s, sheep’s or soy yoghurt, plus 1tbsp of mixed nuts.
Lunch:
Mixed salad with chicken breast, plus a dressing of lemon juice, herbs and olive oil.
Dinner:
Stir-fried chicken with vegies, ginger, garlic, tamari soy and chilli, plus ½ cup cooked basmati rice.
Snacks:
Three pieces of fresh fruit with Attiki yoghurt.
Drinks:
Two to three litres of water per day.
One vegetable juice daily.
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