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10-Minute Full Body Workout for Losing Weight, According to Britany Williams

Here is how to do it — and 8 other tips the fitness trainer has offered.

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You don’t need to spend an hour at the gym to get a good workout in. According to Britany Williams, a Sweat trainer and social media influencer, it all takes 10 minutes. She recently shared a new workout via Instagram that can be completed fast and at home. Here is everything you need to know about the workout – and 8 of the trainer’s top diet and fitness tips.


All You Need Is a Resistance Band

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“Short on time? This FULL BODY workout using a resistance band is exactly what you need. This workout is from my new Core and Restore workout program that helps minimize core dysfunction and improve posture alignment,” Williams writes in the post.

Here Is the Circuit

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“Do each exercise for 30 seconds on each side and repeat the circuit 2x. Minimize rest between exercises,” she adds, revealing the workout.

EXERCISES ⬇️

▪️ Squat + Straight Arm Kickback

▪️ Kneeling Single Arm Row

▪️ Kneeling Chest Press

▪️ Pallof Press

▪️ Rotational Kickstand Deadlift

Eat Food That Supports Your Goals, Nutrition, and Joy

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In a TikTok video, Britany explains her approach to diet. “Often, we leave off the foods that give us joy when building our plate. When, in reality, what if we started there? What if when you were building your meal plan or your diet or whatever it is, you started your meal plan by keeping in the foods that make you happy, and then you had to build around that? What on my plate today supports my nutrition and goals, but what also supports my joy?” she says.

RELATED: The Ultimate Guide to Getting Fit as a Pear Body Type

Save Upper Body Workouts for Lazy Days

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Britany recommends a hack for lazy workout days. “If you're the kind of girly who's motivated most days to workout, but then there's that one to two days a week that you just struggle with, save your upper body workouts for those days,” she suggests. “Mentally, there is something easier about standing still and just moving weight around with your arms and upper body than there is about having to lower your entire torso down into a squat or a lunge and getting back up. Zero percent backed by science, but a hundred percent backed by my own personal experience.”

Run

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Running — great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss, per the Mayo Clinic — is one of Britany’s favorite workouts. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say. If you can’t go for a long run, she recommends alternating walking and running for one-minute intervals, increasing the length of the run interval every couple of weeks.

Do Push Ups

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Britany has “struggled with pushups for years” but claims to know the secret to getting them done. “The idea of doing pushups on your toes was just never approachable for you. You need to elevate your hands on a chair. The higher your hands are relative to your feet, the easier it's going to be, and it's going to be so helpful,” she says.

RELATED: 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week

Show Up for Workouts When You Can

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As a new mom, Britany always reminds her followers to go easy on themselves. “I went from working out six days a week religiously to having more days where I don’t work out than days that I do. 🫠I share this not as a get-out-of-jail-free card - I don’t want you to skip your workout. I share this so you know that it’s normal to have seasons of life where workouts are sporadic and short. You’ve just gotta focus on showing up when you can,” she writes.

Be Yourself

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Britany revealed to Sweat her number one piece of advice. “To be yourself,” she said. “As someone who is in the social media space, I find it really easy to want to fall into line with other people. It was the same thing when I had a corporate job - it was really easy to do what I thought was wanted of me or what was going to get me a promotion. But I’ve always found that results are much better when you just show up as you.”

Chocolate Ice Cream

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If Britany could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be? “It would most likely be chocolate ice cream. No, I take that back. It’s going to be chocolate chip cookies, but they would be really specific cookies. My husband makes these chocolate chip cookies with oatmeal, pecans or walnuts, cinnamon, really big chocolate chunks, and some sea salt on top. This restaurant down the street from where I live put rosemary in their chocolate chip cookies, so let’s add that, too,” she told Sweat.

RELATED: This Plan Is How to Lose 5 Percent Body Fat In 2 Weeks

Do Her Favorite Exercise

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If Britany could only do one exercise for the rest of her life, what would it be? “It would probably be a thruster - a squat and press with dumbbells in my hands. It’s full-body. It gets your heart rate up… Wait, scratch that as well. If I could only do one exercise, I would definitely run. My knees would hate me, but so be it,” she told Sweat.

💪🔥Body Booster: Run for better health and weight loss. Can't run long? No problem! Try alternating 1-minute walks and runs. Gradually increase your running time every few weeks.

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You don’t need to spend an hour at the gym to get a good workout in. According to Britany Williams, a Sweat trainer and social media influencer, it all takes 10 minutes. She recently shared a new workout via Instagram that can be completed fast and at home. Here is everything you need to know about the workout – and 8 of the trainer’s top diet and fitness tips.


All You Need Is a Resistance Band

Resistance band exercise at home. Woman doing pilates workout using elastic strap pulling with arms for shoulder training on yoga mat indoors.Shutterstock

“Short on time? This FULL BODY workout using a resistance band is exactly what you need. This workout is from my new Core and Restore workout program that helps minimize core dysfunction and improve posture alignment,” Williams writes in the post.

Here Is the Circuit

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“Do each exercise for 30 seconds on each side and repeat the circuit 2x. Minimize rest between exercises,” she adds, revealing the workout.

EXERCISES ⬇️

▪️ Squat + Straight Arm Kickback

▪️ Kneeling Single Arm Row

▪️ Kneeling Chest Press

▪️ Pallof Press

▪️ Rotational Kickstand Deadlift

Eat Food That Supports Your Goals, Nutrition, and Joy

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In a TikTok video, Britany explains her approach to diet. “Often, we leave off the foods that give us joy when building our plate. When, in reality, what if we started there? What if when you were building your meal plan or your diet or whatever it is, you started your meal plan by keeping in the foods that make you happy, and then you had to build around that? What on my plate today supports my nutrition and goals, but what also supports my joy?” she says.

RELATED: The Ultimate Guide to Getting Fit as a Pear Body Type

Save Upper Body Workouts for Lazy Days

Beautiful blonde middle age woman doing weights exercises with dumbbells outdoors, sunny summer evening. Healthy active lifestyle, body consciousShutterstock

Britany recommends a hack for lazy workout days. “If you're the kind of girly who's motivated most days to workout, but then there's that one to two days a week that you just struggle with, save your upper body workouts for those days,” she suggests. “Mentally, there is something easier about standing still and just moving weight around with your arms and upper body than there is about having to lower your entire torso down into a squat or a lunge and getting back up. Zero percent backed by science, but a hundred percent backed by my own personal experience.”

Run

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Running — great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss, per the Mayo Clinic — is one of Britany’s favorite workouts. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say. If you can’t go for a long run, she recommends alternating walking and running for one-minute intervals, increasing the length of the run interval every couple of weeks.

Do Push Ups

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Britany has “struggled with pushups for years” but claims to know the secret to getting them done. “The idea of doing pushups on your toes was just never approachable for you. You need to elevate your hands on a chair. The higher your hands are relative to your feet, the easier it's going to be, and it's going to be so helpful,” she says.

RELATED: 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week

Show Up for Workouts When You Can

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As a new mom, Britany always reminds her followers to go easy on themselves. “I went from working out six days a week religiously to having more days where I don’t work out than days that I do. 🫠I share this not as a get-out-of-jail-free card - I don’t want you to skip your workout. I share this so you know that it’s normal to have seasons of life where workouts are sporadic and short. You’ve just gotta focus on showing up when you can,” she writes.

Be Yourself

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Britany revealed to Sweat her number one piece of advice. “To be yourself,” she said. “As someone who is in the social media space, I find it really easy to want to fall into line with other people. It was the same thing when I had a corporate job - it was really easy to do what I thought was wanted of me or what was going to get me a promotion. But I’ve always found that results are much better when you just show up as you.”

Chocolate Ice Cream

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If Britany could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be? “It would most likely be chocolate ice cream. No, I take that back. It’s going to be chocolate chip cookies, but they would be really specific cookies. My husband makes these chocolate chip cookies with oatmeal, pecans or walnuts, cinnamon, really big chocolate chunks, and some sea salt on top. This restaurant down the street from where I live put rosemary in their chocolate chip cookies, so let’s add that, too,” she told Sweat.

RELATED: This Plan Is How to Lose 5 Percent Body Fat In 2 Weeks

Do Her Favorite Exercise

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If Britany could only do one exercise for the rest of her life, what would it be? “It would probably be a thruster - a squat and press with dumbbells in my hands. It’s full-body. It gets your heart rate up… Wait, scratch that as well. If I could only do one exercise, I would definitely run. My knees would hate me, but so be it,” she told Sweat.

💪🔥Body Booster: Run for better health and weight loss. Can't run long? No problem! Try alternating 1-minute walks and runs. Gradually increase your running time every few weeks.

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Britany Williams is a personal trainer and influencer whose workouts are featured on the Sweat app. She regularly shares mini workouts via her Instagram account, many of which can be done without any equipment and in the comfort of your own home. She recently shared a quick but effective routine for beginners. “Need a no fuss QUICK workout? Try this 10 minute workout with no equipment needed from my new program The Daily 10 Challenge in the @sweat app 🎉” she captioned the series of clips, which demonstrate each of the exercises. Here is everything you need to know about the workout and all of her other diet and fitness tips.

No Equipment Needed

She recommends 5 exercises, doing each for 30 seconds, and completing 3 rounds of the set. “This workout targets your shoulders, core, quads and glutes - no equipment needed,” she explains.

  • Bird Dog
  • Supine March
  • Shoulder Cars
  • Glute Bridge
  • Lunge

Eat Foods That Make You Happy

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In a TikTok clip, Britany encourages her followers to change the way they eat. “Often we leave off the foods that give us joy when building our plate. When in reality, what if we started there? What if when you were building your meal plan or your diet or your whatever it is, what if you started your meal plan with keeping in the foods that make you happy and then you had to build around that? What on my plate today supports my nutrition and supports my goals, but what also supports my joy?” she says.

Related: I Lost 30 Pounds With This Walking Routine

Work Your Upper Body When You Are Unmotivated to Work Out

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“If you're the kind of girly who's motivated most days to workout, but then there's that one to two days a week that you just struggle with, save your upper body workouts for those days,” she suggests. “Mentally, there is something easier about standing still and just moving weight around with your arms and upper body than there is about having to lower your entire torso down into a squat or a lunge and getting back up. Zero percent backed by science, but a hundred percent backed by my own personal experience.”

Run More with These 5 Tips

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In a TikTok video, Britany unveiled “five realistic tips to make it a little easier” to go running. “Number one, sometimes run without your watch. Get used to how your body feels without always worrying about pace. Number two, a quick warmup is a game changer before longer runs, especially if you run in the morning. Number three, if you're a beginner, take breaks. Alternate walking and running for one minute intervals, increasing the length of the run interval every couple of weeks. Number four, get the right shoes. I get new shoes every 400 miles or so, and my knees thank me every time. And number five, realize every step forward, whether it be for five minutes or for an hour, is a step forward in your goals.”

Related: #1 Best Breakfast for Proteins According to Dietitian Who Lost 100 Pounds

How to Do a Push Up If You Struggle

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Britany admits that she has “struggled with pushups for years” and offers a tip on how to make them easier. “The idea of doing pushups on your toes was just never approachable for you. You need to elevate your hands on a chair. The higher your hands are relative to your feet, the easier it's going to be and it's going to be so helpful,” she says.

💪🔥Body Booster: Try and do at least a 10-minute workout every day for a week and then ask yourself how you feel. You will likely be motivated to do longer workouts the next week. And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss 12-3-30 Walking Method: 20 Proven Tips to Lose Weight Faster.

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Britany Williams is showing off her washboard abs – and unveiling the quick workout behind them. In a new social media post, the personal trainer and influencer flaunts her amazing midsection in bike shorts and a matching crop top while revealing a 20-minute workout that trains your whole body and needs minimal equipment. “Short on time? This FULL BODY STRENGTH workout is exactly what you need - only one dumbbell required!” she captioned the post. Here is the simple workout – and some other of her best get-fit tips.


Here Are the Rules

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Before you start, Britany offers the following guidelines.

🔸 Pick 5-6 exercises

🔸 10 reps (or 8 per side)

🔸 4 rounds

🔸 Rest as needed

Choose From These 10 Exercises

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▪️ Alt Step Out Snatch

▪️ Sumo Squat Bicep Curl to Raise

▪️ Split Squat Tricep Extension

▪️ Offset RDL to Upright Row

▪️ Lat Pullover Crunch

▪️ Birddog Row

▪️ Chest Press Scissor Switch

▪️ Kneel to Squat

▪️ Tricep Skullcrusher Supine March

▪️ Chest Press Glute Bridge

Build Your Plate Around Food That Makes You Happy

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Britany doesn’t believe that eating healthy should be about restrictions. In a TikTok clip, she stresses that changing mindset and designing meals around foods that make you happy is important. “Often we leave off the foods that give us joy when building our plate. When in reality, what if we started there? What if when you were building your meal plan or your diet or your whatever it is, what if you started your meal plan with keeping in the foods that make you happy and then you had to build around that? What on my plate today supports my nutrition and supports my goals, but what also supports my joy?” she says.

Related: This Is Exactly How to Lose Body Fat This Year

This Hack Will Help You When You Are Not Motivated

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“If you're the kind of girly who's motivated most days to workout, but then there's that one to two days a week that you just struggle with, save your upper body workouts for those days,” she suggests. “Mentally, there is something easier about standing still and just moving weight around with your arms and upper body than there is about having to lower your entire torso down into a squat or a lunge and getting back up. Zero percent backed by science, but a hundred percent backed by my own personal experience.”

Take a Run

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Britany is big into running, which is great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss, says the Mayo Clinic. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say. If you need tips on how to “make it a little easier” to go running, Britany is your girl. “Number one, sometimes run without your watch. Get used to how your body feels without always worrying about pace. Number two, a quick warmup is a game changer before longer runs, especially if you run in the morning. Number three, if you're a beginner, take breaks. Alternate walking and running for one minute intervals, increasing the length of the run interval every couple of weeks. Number four, get the right shoes. I get new shoes every 400 miles or so, and my knees thank me every time. And number five, realize every step forward, whether it be for five minutes or for an hour, is a step forward in your goals,” she says in a TikTok clip.

Push Through Pushups

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Britany has “struggled with pushups for years” and knows how to make them easier “The idea of doing pushups on your toes was just never approachable for you. You need to elevate your hands on a chair. The higher your hands are relative to your feet, the easier it's going to be and it's going to be so helpful,” she says.

Don’t Punish Yourself if You Don’t Work Out

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Britany, a new mom, reminds her followers that it’s okay to go through periods where exercise isn’t a priority. “I went from working out 6 days a week religiously to having more days where I don’t work out than days that I do. 🫠I share this not as a get out of jail free card - I don’t want you to skip your workout. I share this so you know that it’s normal to have seasons of life where work outs are sporadic and short. You’ve just gotta focus on showing up when you can,” she writes.

RELATED: I Lost 30 Pounds While Eating These Popular Foods

Keep Going

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“If you could tell 23 year old you one thing about your fitness journey what would it be? 23 year old me was doing @kayla_itsines pdfs unsure of how to get stronger or properly do any exercise other than running. If I could sit down with that version of me now my message would be simple: KEEP GOING,” she wrote in a recent post. “After a decade of set backs, failures, and years of self doubt, I now know that the beauty is in putting in the work. And now, as I go into my fourth year standing alongside Kayla as a @sweat trainer, it’s my turn to share the message with the tens of thousands of you that workout with me: KEEP GOING. Keep fighting for your fitness goals, for your dream life, for your happiness. It’s worth it. The days will be long. But it is worth it. **Success isn’t overnight. There’s years of blood sweat and tears that got me from one point to the other - don’t let silly Instagram make you think otherwise.”

💪🔥Body Booster: Mindset is crucial when it comes to getting into shape. Try and motivate yourself in positive ways and avoid punishment if you want long-term success.

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If you don’t have an hour to devote to exercise every day, don’t stress. According to Cara Metz, a fitness trainer with over 20 years of experience and nearly 500,000 followers on Instagram, all you need is a quarter of that time. Metz specializes in 15-minute workouts, recently sharing one for her over 40 followers. “This 15-minute workout is perfect for women over 40! Why? Because you are super busy & a longer workout is not always possible,” she writes in the caption. Here is everything you need to know about the workout – including why 15 minutes is enough time.


Here Is Why Women Over 40 Need to Build Muscle

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First Cara explains why women over 40 need to build muscle. She says that “your muscle mass is starting to diminish so you need to work at keeping your muscle & hopefully building more lean muscle!”

“15-minute workouts have been a game changer for me and the ladies who are part of the Cara Fitness family. Do you feel you need to workout for longer? If yes. Why?” she asks.

Cara gives the “workout breakdown” and explains that you should do each exercise for 50 seconds each with 10 seconds of rest in between. Then, “repeat the sequence 3 times for a 15-minute workout,” she says.

Related: 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week

Here Are the Exercises

1️⃣ Cross bicep curl

2️⃣ Tricep kickbacks & hold

3️⃣ Upright row & clean

4️⃣ Back to front & front drive

5️⃣ Stepping shoulder press

Get More Steps In with This 15-Minute Workout

In another post, she shares a 15-minute workout to get 1,500 steps in. “How many daily steps do you do? Do you struggle to get your steps in each day! Try this….Stick some music on, set a timer for 1 minute a move and let’s go!” she writes. Repeat twice.

  1. March
  2. Wide march
  3. In & out March
  4. Two side steps
  5. Rock step
  6. Box step
  7. Walk forward & back
  8. Let loose & boogie

RELATED: How to Debloat Your Belly Fast, According to an MD

This Is Why You Only Need 15 Minutes to Work Out

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“Why do you only workout for 15 minutes? Surely that is not enough? What else do you do? These are the questions I get all the time. The other question I get is how do I stay motivated?” she wrote in another post. “So motivation & just 15 minutes go hand in hand. Just 15 minutes allows me to stay consistent as the workout is finished before you know it! Motivation is fleeting, some days you are, some days you are not! Knowing that your workout is only 15 minutes means it’s so much easier to just get the job done! Consistency is the key to getting results. Dipping in and out of exercise and great nutrition is what causes yo-yo weight loss and dieting. Doing 15 minutes consistently and eating great food consistently is what gets results! Simple! This is what works for me and 1,000’s of women who workout with me each day!”

💪🔥Body Booster: Try to do a short but intense 15-minute workout every day for a week.

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Kelsey Rose is showing off her ab-fab body – in her two-piece workout gear. In a new social media post, the fitness trainer flaunts her washboard abs in an Alo exercise set as she unveils her under-30-minute fat-blasting workout. “The only fat-burning cardio workout you need to get sculpted & snatched,” she writes across the video, recommending doing it two to four times weekly for fat loss. Do you want to lose weight just by walking? Here is what you need to know.


She Upped Her Step Count

“When I upped my daily steps from 4k to 10k, let me tell you—it completely transformed not just my body but my entire mindset. Walking is such a simple but effective way to stay active, and it’s seriously the secret sauce to slimming down and feeling your best. Plus, it works wonders for your mental,” she says.

RELATED: 12 Genius Hacks a Dietitian Uses to Double Her Protein “Without Touching Chicken”

The Routine Combines Jogging and Incline Walking

“This routine also incorporates jogging + incline, which forces your heart rate up and down, revving up the metabolism in the best way possible!” she continues. Walking on an incline burns more calories than walking fast or even running on a flat surface, which is why many experts suggest upping your incline. A 2013 study even found that walking on a 2 to 7 percent incline increased heart rate by almost 10 percent when compared with running on a flat surface.

Here Is the 25 Minute Routine

Here’s the breakdown:

  1. Warm-up: 5 min brisk walk (3.0-3.5 mph, 2% incline)
  2. Jog: 3 min (5.5 mph, 2% incline)
  3. Power walk: 3 min (3 mph, 8% incline)
  4. Jog: 2 min (6.0 mph, 2% incline)
  5. Power walk: 2 min (4.0 mph, 9% incline)
  6. Sprint: 1 min (7.0 mph, 2% incline)
  7. Power walk: 5 min (3.5 mph, 10% incline)
  8. Jog: 2 min (5.5 mph, 2% incline)
  9. Cool down: 2 min easy walk.

She Also Shared a 15-Minute Workout

In another post, she unveils a 15-minute walking workout. “This is your sign to STOP skipping your post-workout cardio and squeeze in a quick 15-minute treadmill workout for best results! It’s easy to feel like cardio needs to be a long, intense session to matter, but even a short burst after strength training can make a big impact,” she says.

Just 15 Minutes Offers So many Benefits

“By adding just 15 minutes on the treadmill, you can boost fat burn, increase endurance, and rev up your metabolism—all without draining yourself. Cardio is also a great way to wind down, reset, and give your body some extra love post-workout,” she says.

RELATED: Nutritionist Reveals 8 Signs You're Eating Too Many Carbs

Here Is the 15 Minute Workout

“My Cheat Code Treadmill Series,” she says.

  1. 5 min steady walk at incline 8, speed 3.0—get the blood flowing!
  2. 5 min intervals: alternate 30-sec fast run (speed 6.0-8.0) + 30-sec walk (speed 3.0) to elevate your heart rate and maximize calorie burn
  3. 5 min cool down with incline 5, speed 3.0—ease into a steady pace and let your body relax.

Do It After Your Regular Workout

She recommends doing it after your regular workout. “Just 15 minutes, and you’re done! Try it out as a finisher for your next workout and see how it feels to add this extra boost. Let’s make cardio simple and effective!” she says.

Walking Offers Lots of Health Benefits

Walking at a brisk speed offers lots of benefits. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that getting your steps in about 30 minutes a day led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia, and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

RELATED: 10 Everyday Foods This Expert Says Are “Absolutely Destroying Your Health”

10,000 Steps Is Ideal for Weight Loss

According to research published in the journal Obesity, walking 10,000 steps a day, weight loss, and weight management are linked. Other studies published by the Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA) in JAMA Neurology and in JAMA Internal Medicine also linked walking 10,000 steps a day to less dementia and less cardiovascular disease overall, with less heart disease, less heart failure, and fewer strokes. And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss12-3-30 Walking Method: 20 Proven Tips to Lose Weight Faster.

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Are you over 40 and feeling like weight loss just isn’t possible? That isn’t the case, according to an expert. According to her Instagram bio, Sarah Gearino is a Nutrition, Fitness, & Hormone Expert who specializes in helping women over 40 achieve their fitness goals. In a new post, she explains her expert advice about slimming down. “If I wanted to lose fat fast as a woman 40+ without wrecking my metabolism, here are the 10 things I’d do,” she writes in the post.

Increase Protein Intake

Her first suggestion is to increase your protein intake. “Aim for 30-40g of protein per meal to support muscle mass and satiety. Prioritize lean meats, eggs, fish, & plant-based sources,” she suggests.

Strength Train 4-5x Per Week

Her next tip is to lift weights four to five times per week. “Focus on progressive overload with compound movements (squats, deadlifts, presses). More muscle = better metabolism,” she says.

Walk 8,000-10,000 Steps Daily

It’s no surprise that walking – 8,000 to 10,000 steps per day – is also on her list. “NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) is one of the biggest fat loss drivers without stressing your body. I got a walking pad and swear by it!” she says.

Prioritize Sleep (8-9 Hours)

Getting sleep – eight to nine hours per night – is also helpful. “Poor sleep wrecks hormones (cortisol, insulin, ghrelin) and increases cravings. Create a wind-down routine, avoid screens an hour before bed, and take magnesium,” she says.

Stop Starving Yourself

Starving yourself won’t help you lose weight in the long run. “Undereating = metabolic slowdown and muscle loss. A small 15-20% calorie deficit (not drastic cuts) is more sustainable,” she writes.

Balance Blood Sugar & Cook All Meals

Keep your blood sugar balanced and ensure healthy eating by cooking for yourself. “Eat protein + fiber + healthy fats at each meal to avoid crashes and cravings. Use blood sugar hacks such as eating fiber first,” she suggests.

Cycle Carbs Based on Activity

You should also practice carb-cycling based on your workout. “Higher carb on strength training days (sweet potatoes, fruit, cassava). Lower carb on rest days (but still get fiber-rich veggies),” she says.

Manage Stress/Cortisol

Managing stress and cortisol levels plays a significant role in fat loss. “Chronic stress keeps cortisol high, leading to belly fat storage. Daily deep breathing, walks, adaptogens, and magnesium help,” she says.

Prioritize Strength Over Endless Cardio

Put your focus on strength training over cardio. “Too much cardio can burn muscle & slow metabolism. 2 short 15 min HIIT sessions/wk are great for fat loss without excess stress,” she says.

Properly Fuel Pre & Post-Workout

Make sure you fuel your body before and after exercise. “Eat protein + carbs before & after workouts to preserve muscle & improve recovery. Fasted workouts can backfire if stress is already high. In the least, drink BCAA’s before & after if you don’t want to eat,” she says.

Surround Yourself with Like-Minded People

One last suggestion? “Surround yourself with like-minded people who have the same goals. This goes a long way,” she promises. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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According to experts, you can eat fast food and lose weight. Rachel Marcinko is a fitness and nutrition coach who maintains a physique with just 15 percent body fat. In a new post, she reveals a major secret: She eats fast food and manages to lose fat while doing so. “4 fast food high protein meals under 500 calories I eat on the go when trying to lose body fat,” she writes, revealing her go-to meals from Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Panera and Starbucks.

Chipotle: High-Protein Bowl

Here is her Chipotle order:

  • Chicken or steak
  • Fajita veggies
  • Romaine lettuce
  • Tomato salsa
  • Light black beans

Optional: sour cream on the side for dipping, but be mindful of the amount.

Calories: ~350 | Protein ~40g.

Chick-fil-A” Grilled Chicken Nuggets with Side Salad

Here is her Chick-fil-A order:

  • 12-count grilled nuggets
  • Side salad with light dressing
  • Try the Light Balsamic Vinegarette, Honey Mustard, or Light Italian for lower-calorie dressing options.

Calories: ~360 | Protein ~49g.

Panera: Custom Salad with Chicken

Here is her Panera order:

  • Green Goddess Cobb (no avocado, no bacon)
  • Extra chicken
  • Keep the dressing on the side to control fat intake

Calories: ~370 | Protein ~43g.

Starbucks: Turkey Bacon & Egg White Sandwich

At Starbucks, she keeps is simple, ordering the Turkey Bacon & Egg White Sandwich.

Calories: 230 | Protein: 17g.

Why These Options Work

“These options along with others can be very easily included in a meal plan tailored towards your fat loss goals,” she writes. No more guessing what to eat or how many calories you need to lose fat.”

She Also Eats Bowls, Starting with This Korean Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Bowl

In another post, she reveals four of her go-to meal bowls for fat loss. Korean Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Bowl.

Protein: ~42g.

Ingredients:

  • 5 oz lean ground beef (90-93% lean)
  • Seasoned with chili oil, sesame oil, teriyaki, and brown sugar
  • ½ medium Japanese sweet potato
  • ¼ avocado, sliced
  • 2-4 tbsp shredded cheese
  • ½ cup sautéed spinach or kale (optional)
  • Truffle hot sauce (optional).

Yolo Greek Yogurt/Cottage Cheese Bowl

Protein: ~40g

Ingredients:

  • 1 - 1 ½ cup Fage Greek yogurt or cottage cheese (or mix)
  • ¼ cup granola
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • ½ cup mixed berries
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • ½ scoop protein powder (optional for more protein)
  • Other optional toppings - rice cakes, cereal, sugar-free chocolate syrup, PB, powdered pb, dates, pumpkin seeds, sugar-free pudding mix.

Salmon & Quinoa Bowl

Protein: ~42g

Ingredients:

  • 5 oz grilled salmon
  • ½ cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup mixed greens
  • ¼ cup edamame
  • 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tbsp dried cranberries
  • 1 tbsp lite balsamic dressing.

Chipotle Chicken Thigh Bowl

Protein: ~40g

Ingredients:

  • 5 oz boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cooked in crockpot with chipotle peppers, honey, garlic, and sale and pepper)
  • ½ cup cooked cilantro-lime rice
  • ¼ cup black beans
  • ¼ avocado, sliced
  • ¼ cup pickled red onions
  • 1 tbsp cotija or feta cheese
  • Sauce: greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, sale pepper, chipotle sauce
  • Fresh cilantro & lime juice.
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Coach Lost 60 Pounds Eating These 11 High Protein Meals
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Do you want to lose 10 pounds by bikini season? One expert has the meals to help you achieve your weight loss goals. Kassie Magnusen is a weight loss and nutrition coach who helps “busy mamas drop fat & get the sculpted body they’ve always wanted,” she writes in her Instagram bio. In a new post, she recommends a handful of weight-loss meals. “Fat loss comes down to eating smart, fueling your body, and keeping meals simple but high in protein. If I wanted to drop 10 lbs before summer, these are 5 meals I’d be eating on repeat,” she writes. “Eating like THIS = fat loss that actually feels good.”

High-Protein Berry Oatmeal

This breakfast dish is packed with 35g of protein.

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup oats + ½ scoop vanilla protein powder
  • ½ cup almond milk + ½ cup mixed berries
  • ½ tbsp peanut butter + cinnamon.

Why it works: “Keeps energy stable, is high in fiber & protein, and actually fills you up,” she says.

Grilled Chicken & Quinoa Bowl

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This bowl of grilled chicken and grain offers 40g of protein.

Ingredients:

  • 5 oz grilled chicken breast
  • ½ cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup roasted Brussels sprouts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil + lemon juice.

Why it works: “Protein + fiber + healthy fats = no cravings,” she says.

Turkey Taco Bowl

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Next is a Mexican-inspired dish made with ground turkey with 38g of protein.

Ingredients:

  • 5 oz lean ground turkey (93/7)
  • ½ cup cooked jasmine rice
  • ¼ avocado + 2 tbsp salsa
  • ¼ cup black beans + taco seasoning.

Why it works: “Balanced with protein, carbs & fats—plus, it actually tastes good,” she says.

Garlic Butter Shrimp & Sweet Potatoes

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Shrimp and potatoes are a satisfying combination with 35g of protein.

Ingredients:

  • 5 oz shrimp, sautéed in 1 tbsp butter & garlic
  • ½ cup roasted sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup sautéed spinach.

Why it works: “Nutrient-dense, high in protein, and easy to make,” she says.

High-Protein Chocolate Yogurt Bowl

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This could be good as a breakfast or dessert, with 30g of protein

Ingredients:

  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt (plain, 0%)
  • ½ scoop chocolate protein powder
  • ½ tbsp almond butter
  • 1 tbsp granola.

Why it works: “Satisfies sweet cravings while keeping protein high,” she says.

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

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In another post she adds three lunch recipes for weight loss.

Ingredients:

  • -1 whole-grain wrap
  • - 4 oz shredded rotisserie chicken
  • -2 tbsp Primal Kitchen Buffalo Ranch Dressing (~70 cals)
  • - shredded lettuce, diced tomato, shredded carrot.

Macros: 40g protein | 26g carbs | 11g fat | 410 calories.

Greek Chicken Bowl

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Ingredients:

  • 4 oz cooked chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/4 cup diced cucumber & tomato
  • 2 tbsp tzatziki sauce
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli (optional for extra veg).

Macros: 38g protein | 37g carbs | 10g fat | 495 calories.

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Taco Bowl

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Ingredients:

  • 4 oz lean ground turkey or beef browned, then add taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1/4 cup black beans
  • 1/4 cup corn
  • 1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheese
  • 2 tbsp salsa
  • 1 tbsp light sour cream (optional).

Garlic Butter Steak & Sweet Potato Skillet

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In another post, she shares more meals that will help you lose weight.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs lean sirloin steak, cubed

• 2 large sweet potatoes, diced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp salt & pepper.

Instructions:

1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sweet potatoes, season with paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 8-10 min until tender.

2. Push potatoes to the side, add butter and garlic, then cook steak bites for 3-4 min per side.

3. Mix everything together and serve!

(40g protein, 420 cals per serving).

Teriyaki Salmon & Rice

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Ingredients:

• 4 (4 oz) salmon fillets

• 2 cups cooked brown rice

• 2 cups steamed broccoli

• ¼ cup low-sodium teriyaki sauce

• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper to taste.

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400. Place salmon on baking sheet, brush with teriyaki sauce, bake for 12-15 min

2. While salmon cooks, steam broccoli and prepare rice

3. Drizzle salmon with extra sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve with rice & broccoli.

(35g protein, 400 cals per serving),

Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken

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Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts

• 1 jar (16 oz) salsa

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained

• 1 cup frozen corn

• 1 tsp cumin

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 cup cooked jasmine rice (per serving).

Instructions:

1. Place chicken, salsa, beans, corn, and spices in slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours

2. Shred chicken with forks and mix everything together

3. Serve over jasmine rice or in tortillas for a family taco night

(38g protein, 410 cals per serving) And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.