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Meghan Trainor Flaunts Washboard Abs After Slim-Down: 10 Things We Know About Her Diet and Exercise Routine

Here is how the star slimmed down after having two kids.

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By Leah GrothDec 07, 2024
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Meghan Trainor is flaunting her washboard abs on the I Heart Jingle Ball tour. In a new social media post the mother-of-two shows off her moves – and her seriously slimmed down figure – in a two-piece Mrs. Clause inspired look, wowwing her fans. How did the singer get in her best shape after welcoming her second child in January 2023? Here are 10 things we know about her diet and exercise routine.

Her Kids Are Her Fitspiration

Meghan Trainor at the WE Day California 2019 held at the Forum in Inglewood, USA on April 25, 2019.Shutterstock

Meghan is motivated by being a mother. "I think when you have a kid, you just realize, 'Wow, life is beautiful and precious. I want to be the best for my kid.' I've never been more motivated," she told Parents. "I look at Riley and think, 'I'm going to do anything I can to live forever.’"

She Lost One Pound Per Week

According to Meghan, slow and steady wins the weight loss race. She told People that she lost weight “the healthy way, the long way, the one pound a week way,” she said. “And it's a proud accomplishment that I never thought I could ever do.”

RELATED: I Dropped 50 Pounds and Lost My “Pooch” by Doing This One, Simple Exercise

She Pays Attention to Portion Size

While she hasn’t divulged specific details about what she eats, Meghan has said that she eats as healthy as possible and understands the importance of eating in moderation. "I learned that I do like healthy food, and I learned what portions mean," she told Entertainment Tonight Canada.

Daily Exercise

LOS ANGELES - JUN 22: Meghan Trainor at the 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards at the Loews Hotel on June 22, 2018 in Los Angeles, CAShutterstock

Meghan told Entertainment Tonight Canada that she was committed to daily exercise. “I was like, 'If I can survive a C-section, I can do anything.' And I did," she said. "I was very dedicated, and I started seeing the pounds come off one week at a time, one pound. I was like, 'I'm fighting.'"

She Got Strong for Her Tour

BOSTON-DEC 14: Singer Meghan Trainor performs in concert at KISS 108's Jingle Ball 2014 at TD Garden on December 14, 2014 in Boston.Shutterstock

Meghan was also motivated to get strong for her The Timeless Tour this fall. “I'm feeling fit. I've never been so fit,” she told People. “I already told my household. I was like, ‘I am training for the Olympics, okay?’ I want to train and eat clean, and feel good when I’m dancing and singing.''

RELATED: 5 Things I Eat to Amp Up My Protein Intake Without Extra Calories

Strength Training

Meghan’s workout of choice is strength training. Her trainer, Rebecca Stanton, recently shared a video of the two at the gym together. Their session consisted of lots of squat and lunge variations and using free weights doing lots of slow reps.

She Doesn’t Focus on Numbers

LAS VEGAS - SEP 19: Meghan Trainor at the iHeart Radio Music Festival Night 1 at MGM Grand Resort and Casino on September 19, 2014 in Las Vegas, NVShutterstock

"Because I've seen so many people on TikTok now open up, and I'm like, 'Here's what it looks like to be 180 pounds.' Everyone's body's so different," People. "You could see a girl who's really tall in a bikini, showing off her 185 pound body or something. And I'm like, 'Wow. It's so interesting how weight sits differently on everyone.' Numbers are just numbers. Whatever makes you feel the healthiest is where you should live."

She Has Dabbled in the Paleo Diet

A few years back, Meghan told HollywoodLife that she was following the caveman style diet. “I’m working out! I’m trying to be healthy. I eat all Paleo and I learned smaller portions,” she said.

RELATED: 10 Weight Loss Methods a 77-Year-Old Expert Swears By

She Doesn’t Weight Herself

“I can’t get on that scale,” Meghan told Hollywood Life. “It’s like — you gain muscle weight and you’re like, ‘what’s going on?.’ So [I’m] just living life. I’m just trying to be happy and eating healthy foods. I know when I eat something bad I have a horrible stomach ache and it’s just poison. I can’t eat stuff like this!”

She Does Workout DVDs

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Trainor is a fan of at-home workout DVDs, specifically Shaun T’s video series called Insanity. The videos are 25 minutes long and each focuses on something different — for example cardio, ab intervals, or total body circuit training. She called the method "amazing." 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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Meghan Trainor is flaunting her washboard abs on the I Heart Jingle Ball tour. In a new social media post the mother-of-two shows off her moves – and her seriously slimmed down figure – in a two-piece Mrs. Clause inspired look, wowwing her fans. How did the singer get in her best shape after welcoming her second child in January 2023? Here are 10 things we know about her diet and exercise routine.

Her Kids Are Her Fitspiration

Meghan Trainor at the WE Day California 2019 held at the Forum in Inglewood, USA on April 25, 2019.Shutterstock

Meghan is motivated by being a mother. "I think when you have a kid, you just realize, 'Wow, life is beautiful and precious. I want to be the best for my kid.' I've never been more motivated," she told Parents. "I look at Riley and think, 'I'm going to do anything I can to live forever.’"

She Lost One Pound Per Week

According to Meghan, slow and steady wins the weight loss race. She told People that she lost weight “the healthy way, the long way, the one pound a week way,” she said. “And it's a proud accomplishment that I never thought I could ever do.”

RELATED: I Dropped 50 Pounds and Lost My “Pooch” by Doing This One, Simple Exercise

She Pays Attention to Portion Size

While she hasn’t divulged specific details about what she eats, Meghan has said that she eats as healthy as possible and understands the importance of eating in moderation. "I learned that I do like healthy food, and I learned what portions mean," she told Entertainment Tonight Canada.

Daily Exercise

LOS ANGELES - JUN 22: Meghan Trainor at the 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards at the Loews Hotel on June 22, 2018 in Los Angeles, CAShutterstock

Meghan told Entertainment Tonight Canada that she was committed to daily exercise. “I was like, 'If I can survive a C-section, I can do anything.' And I did," she said. "I was very dedicated, and I started seeing the pounds come off one week at a time, one pound. I was like, 'I'm fighting.'"

She Got Strong for Her Tour

BOSTON-DEC 14: Singer Meghan Trainor performs in concert at KISS 108's Jingle Ball 2014 at TD Garden on December 14, 2014 in Boston.Shutterstock

Meghan was also motivated to get strong for her The Timeless Tour this fall. “I'm feeling fit. I've never been so fit,” she told People. “I already told my household. I was like, ‘I am training for the Olympics, okay?’ I want to train and eat clean, and feel good when I’m dancing and singing.''

RELATED: 5 Things I Eat to Amp Up My Protein Intake Without Extra Calories

Strength Training

Meghan’s workout of choice is strength training. Her trainer, Rebecca Stanton, recently shared a video of the two at the gym together. Their session consisted of lots of squat and lunge variations and using free weights doing lots of slow reps.

She Doesn’t Focus on Numbers

LAS VEGAS - SEP 19: Meghan Trainor at the iHeart Radio Music Festival Night 1 at MGM Grand Resort and Casino on September 19, 2014 in Las Vegas, NVShutterstock

"Because I've seen so many people on TikTok now open up, and I'm like, 'Here's what it looks like to be 180 pounds.' Everyone's body's so different," People. "You could see a girl who's really tall in a bikini, showing off her 185 pound body or something. And I'm like, 'Wow. It's so interesting how weight sits differently on everyone.' Numbers are just numbers. Whatever makes you feel the healthiest is where you should live."

She Has Dabbled in the Paleo Diet

A few years back, Meghan told HollywoodLife that she was following the caveman style diet. “I’m working out! I’m trying to be healthy. I eat all Paleo and I learned smaller portions,” she said.

RELATED: 10 Weight Loss Methods a 77-Year-Old Expert Swears By

She Doesn’t Weight Herself

“I can’t get on that scale,” Meghan told Hollywood Life. “It’s like — you gain muscle weight and you’re like, ‘what’s going on?.’ So [I’m] just living life. I’m just trying to be happy and eating healthy foods. I know when I eat something bad I have a horrible stomach ache and it’s just poison. I can’t eat stuff like this!”

She Does Workout DVDs

Los,Angeles,-,Apr,25:,Meghan,Trainor,Arrives,For,WeShutterstock

Trainor is a fan of at-home workout DVDs, specifically Shaun T’s video series called Insanity. The videos are 25 minutes long and each focuses on something different — for example cardio, ab intervals, or total body circuit training. She called the method "amazing." 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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Lindsay Lohan Flaunts Washboard Abs: Here’s Her “Little Secret” to Looking Great at 38

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Lindsay Lohan is showing off her washboard abs in the latest issue of Flaunt magazine. In a new post shared by the star, she looks ab fab in a white tank top and low-slung jeans – but that’s not all people are talking about. The star of the Netflix hit Our Little Secret has experienced a recent glow-up, looking younger than she did a decade ago. Here is everything you need to know about the diet, workout, and wellness routine responsible for her ageless beauty, body, and overall happiness.

She Does Pilates

LOS ANGELES - MAR 15: Lindsay Lohan at the Clarins New Product Launch Party on the Private Residence on March 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, CAShutterstock

When describing her day to Flaunt, Lohan reveals that her mornings in Dubai, where she lives with her husband and son, involve a certain workout. “I do anything that anyone else does in their daily life. I’m up with my son in the mornings, I do breakfast with him, go to my pilates, come home for lunch, and go to the park, the same things that any normal mom would do in their daily life,” she says.

She Loves Fried Chicken

In 2020, on her podcast The Lohdown with Lindsay Lohan, she and her sister Aliana discussed their favorite snacks and fast food restaurants, playing "This or That" regarding their food favorites. When asked to choose between KFC or Popeyes, she couldn’t. However, she did cop to preferring KFC's coleslaw and chicken but mashed potatoes and gravy from Popeyes.

She Likes Starbucks Green Tea

Lohan is a tea drinker. Her choice between Starbucks and Dunkin'? The former, due to the fact that their iced green tea lemonade is her favorite.

RELATED: Coach Dropped 100 Pounds Using These 9 Daily Habits

She Snacks

LOS ANGELES, USA. March 10, 2024: Lindsay Lohan at the 30th Vanity Fair Oscar Party.Shutterstock

Lohan loves to snack. On her podcast she revealed that one of her go-tos is wasabi peas. She is also a fan of shopping in the prepared food aisle to make healthy eating convenient.

She Maintains That “Everyone’s Getting So Thin Now,” Because of Ozempic

In an interview with Bustle, Lindsay discussed the Ozempic ear. “Everyone’s getting so thin now. I feel like everything always comes full circle again, so this is that moment, and this, too, shall pass. But it does seem like there’s pressure,” she says.

She Didn’t Pressure Herself to “Snap Back” After Childbirth

Lindsay told Bustle that she is proud of her body after having a baby and didn’t cave to the pressure to “snap back” when her son was born. “I was so attached to [Luai] that my last thought was going on a treadmill. I feel like we put so much pressure on ourselves to have to look ‘good’ so soon, but you look so beautiful [postpartum]. Give yourself time,” she said.

She Sticks to “Positive Manifestation and Baby Foods” on Social Media

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Lindsay carefully curates what she is exposed to online, avoiding fashion for the most part. “My stuff is positive manifestations and baby foods,” she told Bustle. She likes to be surrounded by “positive people,” she added. “People, places and things I’m a big believer in, and that definitely has shaped more of who I am today.”

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She Exercises for Mental Health

Lindsay focuses on the mental health aspects of working out. “People forget about that part of it and will often just focus on the physical benefits. But when you work out, you're also getting endorphins that make you feel good, you sleep better, and you don't seem to stress out as much. I also like the idea that when you work out, you're taking time for yourself. It's self-care,” she told Health.

She Runs

Having “a routine” is key when it comes to exercise, she says. “That's really important to me. I work out three or four days a week. I'm not an outdoor runner, but I love the treadmill. I'll just put my headphones on, put the treadmill on an incline, and alternate between speed walking, jogging, and sprinting,” she told Health.

She Focuses on “Balance” with Her Diet

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What is her diet? “I try to focus on balance. I love cooking and looking at recipes, so that's something that helps me incorporate healthy foods. And I don't have a sweet tooth. Sometimes I do crave fast food. When I do, I'll go for a kids' meal—that's my trick. My fiancé and siblings all make fun of me for it. I really only do that once in a blue moon. Again, it's about balancing those things with lots of other healthy, nutritious options,” she told Health.

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She Meditates Daily

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She also gets her zen on. “I meditate daily. Once a day, I take 10 to 15 minutes, and I do some breathing work paired with some spiritual prayers. It gives me time to focus,” she told Health. “I will actually go into the bathroom to meditate. I turn on the shower and leave it running while I do it. It may sound weird, but the sound of the water calms me—it's cozy and feels like no one can bother you.” 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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52-Year-Old Trainer Reveals Her Secret Moves for Perfect Abs

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Do you want a six-pack but feel like you are too old? According to one expert, you can achieve a perfect midsection at any age. Adelina Jordan is a 52-year-old fitness trainer and coach whose mission is “proving age is just a number,” according to her Instagram bio. In a new post, she reveals the handful of exercises that are responsible for her six-pack abs and the healthy habits that enable her to achieve them. “Six-pack abs in your fifties? Totally possible with the right plan. Here’s what worked for me,” she writes in the post.

She Trains Abs 2 to 3 Times a Week

“I train Abs like any other muscle,” she writes. She reveals that she reserves two to three days a week to do ab work. “Remember … it takes consistency with workouts and nutrition and lots of time & patience,” she writes.

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Here Are the Exercises She Does

“Here is an example of the workout I do to maintain my 6-pack abs in my 50s,” she continues, revealing the five exercise sets.

  • SL crunches
  • weighted sit-ups
  • Russian twist
  • weighted toe taps
  • double crunch.

She Also Pays Attention to Her Diet

She then goes on to discuss key tips to remember for 6-pack abs, starting with diet. “Dial in your nutrition,” she writes. “Protein-packed meals, a slight calorie deficit, and staying consistent.” According to clinical trials, consuming more protein than the recommended dietary allowance not only reduces body weight (BW) but also enhances body composition by decreasing fat mass while preserving fat-free mass (FFM) in both low-calorie and standard-calorie diets.

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And, She Lifts Weights

Next, she recommends weight lifting. “Strength training is a must,” she says. “Focus on compound lifts that engage your core and help burn fat.” According to the Mayo Clinic, strength and weight training help reduce body fat, preserve and increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently. Strength training may also help you:

  • Develop strong bones
  • Manage your weight
  • Enhance your quality of life
  • Manage chronic conditions
  • Sharpen your thinking skills.

She Uses Resistance

Another important tactic? “Train your abs with resistance,” she suggests, “Adding light weights, cables, or bands takes your core training to the next level—think strength and definition.”

She Does Cardio

Don’t forget to do cardio. “Steady-state cardio after lifting works wonders for revealing your hard-earned progress,” she says.

RELATED: She Lost 15 Pounds in Her 40s After Fixing These 3 Mistakes

And, She Is Patient

Lastly, six-pack abs don't happen overnight. “Patience is key: Progress takes time, but trust me—it’s worth it! If I can do it, so can you. Let’s make it happen!” And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss these 3 Simple Stretches Made This Coach More Flexible in 2 Weeks.

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Brianna Joye in Exercise Set Reveals 3 Moves to Shape Your Arms and Waistline

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Workouts don’t have to be complicated to be effective, and they don’t have to be long. Brianna Joye is a fitness trainer and the founder of City Girls Who Walk, who has a following of over 1.1 million people on Instagram. She is famous for sharing her realistic workouts that help people get into shape fast. One of her recent videos promises a full upper body and torso workout in just a few exercises. “3 moves to sculpt your arms & waistline,” she writes in the video, adding in the caption that her “fav exercises” will help you get a “strong core.” Here is what you need to know about the workout – and everything else about Brianna’s approach to fitness and diet.

3 Moves to Shape Your Arms and Waistline

She suggests doing three rounds of the exercises.

  • Plank pull through x 12
  • Wood chopper x 12 (Don’t forget to do the other side, she reminds)
  • Russian twist x 12

Here Is What She Eats in a Day

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Brianna reveals what she eats in a day in a TikTok video. For breakfast, she eats sliced bananas and a spoonful of peanut butter. Next up a snack of greek yogurt, walnuts, honey and berries, followed up by a Koia protein shake. For lunch she has a spicy chicken caesar lettuce wrap, and dinner, a harvest bowl with sliced chicken, broccoli, sweet potato, and avocado topped with hot honey. And dessert? A donut!

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She Goes Running

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Brianna runs on the treadmill. According to the Mayo Clinic, running is great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say.

She Drinks This “Debloating” Green Juice

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In an Instagram video Brianna revealed her recipe for a “debloating” green drink. The “best green juice recipe” starts with a cup of pineapple. “We're doing two lemons, just a couple pieces of ginger, a couple pieces of celery, and one whole cucumber. We're just going to put it all in one handful of organic spinach, and then we are using some coconut water (“for some added electrolytes”) but you can also use water. Then, you blend the mixture. “Once it's blended, you're just going to pour it into a bowl, and then you want a strainer on top of it. I'm just using a cheesecloth. Then you're just going to lift, so all the pulp gets out of it and we're just going to squeeze,” she says.

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She Makes Healthier Versions of Her Favorite Meals

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Another habit of Brianna’s is making healthier versions of her favorite foods. For example, she has shared recipes for “healthier hot Cheetos,” pasta chips, and Big Mac low-carb, high protein taco burgers.

💪🔥Body Booster: If you don’t have a lot of time to invest in exercise, try doing mini workouts – like Brianna’s – a few times a day.

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10 Diet Changes Helped Katy Perry Drop 20 Pounds Without "Magical" Weight Loss Drugs

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Katy Perry is looking more ab fab than ever – in a crop top! In a new social media post, the singer flaunts her flat abs in a two-piece holiday-themed sequined ensemble in photos taken at Jingle Ball. “This way to jingle bell ball,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. Perry is one of the many stars who slimmed down in 2024 and was accused by fans of using Ozempic. However, she has poked fun at the claims and denied using the jab to drop pounds. Here is everything Body Network knows about her weight loss.

She Dropped Nearly 20 Pounds by Cutting Out Sugar and Processed Foods

In April 2024, a source close to the singer told Life & Style that Perry did not use Ozempic to transform her body. Instead, she dropped nearly 20 pounds the “natural way,” they said. “She cut out sugar and processed foods and it really worked,” the insider dished.

Orlando Bloom Is Her “Live-In Health Coach”

The insider also maintains that Katy has a “live-in health coach” in fiancé Orlando Bloom. “He’s very disciplined, so that’s given her the motivation to really stick to eating clean,” they maintain.

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She Eats 5 Small Meals Per Day

The insider maintains that Katy sticks to eating five small meals per day, sticking to whole, natural food. “Mostly lean protein like chicken or fish and fresh veggies and fruits, nuts and seeds,” they told Life & Style.

Her Health Is Part of Her Job

Katy has previously said that staying in shape is part of her job. “I’ve had a lot of opportunities in my life, and I know how fortunate I am, but when I don’t have my health, nothing else matters,” she told Prevention. “If I can’t get on the stage and do it, I disappoint so many people. I’ve lost my magical power if I can’t get onstage.”

Apple Cider Vinegar

Perry and Bloom are such big fans of apple cider vinegar. They are co-owners of Bragg. In fact, when they first started dating, she found a water bottle that was “kind of cloudy because it had apple cider vinegar in it” in his car. She saw it as a sign they were meant to be. “Is this looove?” she joked about the moment. “My mother made me drink it every day, but now it’s a staple for me,” she told Prevention. “I’m here to help reeducate people on how to use it,” she said. She not only drinks it, adding two tablespoons into eight ounces of water, she rinses veggies in it, even bathes in it, adding one cup to her bath.

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HIIT Workout

Katy trains with Harley Pasternak, working out five days per week. Her workouts are mostly high intensity interval training. “Katy aims to exercise five days a week, doing short, high-intensity workouts—including lunges and hip thrusts," he told Closer magazine. “These tone, as well as boost her metabolism, and can be done anywhere.” There is lots of research backing up the benefits of HIIT workouts, including body fat reduction, improved cardiovascular function, and mental health. It is also time effective.

She Also Does Yoga and Meditates

“I have had a dance with depression, and hot yoga helps clear it all out,” Katy told Prevention. One of her favorites is CorePower Yoga, which she can do wherever she is. “You always know what you’re going to get,” she says. “If you have a healthy body, it helps you have a healthy mind.”

Meditation

She also practices Transcendental Medication. “It clears my head completely,” she told Prevention. “And it ignites something in my brain. I get some of my best creative ideas when I’m TM’ing.” She does it daily, and even brings her teacher on tour with her. “For me, TM has been anxiety-reducing, depression-reducing, great for jet lag, hangovers, mood swings. Anytime I’m in a funky mood, I’m like, ‘give me 20 minutes.’” “When you meditate, you may clear away the information overload that builds up every day and contributes to your stress,” says the Mayo Clinic. Benefits include:

  • Gaining a new perspective on stressful situations
  • Building skills to manage your stress
  • Increasing self-awareness
  • Focusing on the present
  • Reducing negative emotions
  • Increasing imagination and creativity
  • Increasing patience and tolerance
  • Lowering resting heart rate
  • Lowering resting blood pressure
  • Improving sleep quality

Fun “Masked” Exercise

Katy has a love-hate relationship with exercise, so she likes to trick herself into activity.“It's not my favorite thing to do with the world—unless I'm dancing or I'm snowboarding or I'm doing something that's kind of masked,” she told Women’s Health.

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Hydration

Katy prioritizes hydration, sometimes adding LMNT hydration salts to it. “That is the best way to start, is just to drink water,” she says. “I know it's such a cliché, but I think a lot of us go straight to the coffee without just drinking a glass of water.” The Mayo Clinic explains that hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues. 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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5 Expert Tips to Keep Weight Off After Ozempic

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You've done the hard work. You've taken the weight loss shots – whether it's semaglutide, Ozempic, or Mounjaro – and achieved your weight loss goals. But now comes the crucial part: keeping those pounds off for good. If you're wondering "what's next?" after your weight loss journey, you're not alone.

Dr. Jennifer McCann, a Board-certified OB/GYN and Obesity Medicine specialist, has been helping women optimize their health for over 12 years. With her expertise in complete women's care, hormonal health, and weight management, she offers proven strategies to maintain your success. Read on to discover five essential tips that will help you maintain your weight loss achievements and embrace a healthier lifestyle.

Prioritize Protein for Muscle Maintenance

"Protein is absolutely crucial for maintaining weight loss," explains Dr. McCann. "Your muscles are your body's calorie-burning engines, and protein is what keeps them strong." She recommends consuming one gram of protein per pound of lean body mass. This isn't just about keeping weight off – it's about maintaining your metabolism and controlling hunger.

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Choose Your Protein Sources Wisely

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Not all protein sources are created equal, Dr. McCann emphasizes. While you need adequate protein, it should come from lean sources. Women should aim for around 35-40 grams of fat daily for maintenance, while men should target 55-60 grams. Dr. McCann suggests avoiding high-fat protein sources like Atkins supplements, whole eggs, and excessive cheese or nuts unless you're following a ketogenic diet.

Smart Protein Alternatives

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"There are plenty of protein-rich foods that won't sabotage your weight maintenance," Dr. McCann notes. She recommends:

  • Beef jerky for high protein with low fat
  • Fish, especially salmon, rich in omega-3s
  • Whey protein supplements
  • Fat-free Greek yogurt.

Monitor Your Carbohydrate Intake

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While you don't necessarily need to follow a ketogenic diet, Dr. McCann advises careful carbohydrate monitoring. "Focus on low glycemic index carbs," she says. "These won't spike your blood sugar and trigger hunger like high-glycemic options do." She recommends keeping your carb intake at or below your daily protein intake.

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Understanding the Glycemic Index

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The glycemic index measures how much a food raises blood sugar, Dr. McCann explains. High-glycemic foods can lead to energy crashes and increased hunger. Even seemingly healthy choices like oatmeal or cereal can cause this effect, which is why understanding and choosing low-glycemic options is crucial for weight maintenance.

Eliminate Sugar, Especially in Drinks

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"One can of soda a day for a year will make you gain 15 pounds," Dr. McCann warns. She strongly advises eliminating all sugary drinks, including:

  • Sodas
  • Slushies
  • Sweetened coffee drinks
  • Any sugar-heavy beverages

Instead, try coffee with skim milk or a skinny latte for a protein-rich alternative that helps curb hunger.

Exercise: The Non-Negotiable Factor[

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Exercise isn't optional for long-term weight maintenance, but Dr. McCann assures it doesn't have to be overwhelming. "You don't need to spend hours at the gym," she says. "Even 20 minutes of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can be effective for maintaining muscle mass and metabolism."

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Making Exercise Work for You

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If you have physical limitations, Dr. McCann recommends consulting a specialist to develop an appropriate exercise plan. The goal is to find activities that build and maintain muscle mass while fitting into your lifestyle and physical capabilities.

Creating Sustainable Habits

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Success in maintaining weight loss comes from combining all these elements into sustainable daily habits, Dr. McCann emphasizes. This means:

  • Consistently choosing lean proteins
  • Monitoring carbohydrate intake
  • Avoiding sugary drinks
  • Maintaining regular exercise
  • Making adjustments based on your body's response.
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Monitoring and Adjusting

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Dr. McCann recommends regular monitoring of your progress and making adjustments as needed. If you notice weight gain, reduce fat intake slightly. If you're maintaining well, you can be a bit more flexible while still following these core principles.

Remember, maintaining weight loss is a journey, not a destination. By following these evidence-based strategies from Dr. McCann, you can build a sustainable lifestyle that helps you maintain your weight loss success for the long term. And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss20 Incredible Ozempic Success Stories of All Time.

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6 Real Signs of Eating Too Much Fat

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Ever caught yourself worrying about eating too much fat? You're not alone. Many of us count every gram of fat and stress over each "fatty" meal. However, according to Dr. Sten Ekberg, a holistic health expert and former Olympic decathlete, most of what we believe about dietary fat is wrong. Before revealing the six real signs of excessive fat consumption, Dr. Ekberg wants to clear up four common myths that mislead many health-conscious individuals. Understanding these misconceptions will help you better interpret your body's true signals about fat intake.

Myth 1: Weight Gain Comes From Eating Fat

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"When you eat fat, you burn the fat," Dr. Ekberg explains in his post. It's not fat itself that triggers fat storage - it's insulin, our fat-storing hormone. The real problem occurs when we combine high fat with high carbohydrates, as carbs trigger insulin production, leading to fat storage.

Myth 2: Fat Causes Insulin Resistance

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Dr. Ekberg clarifies that carbohydrates and resulting high insulin levels - not dietary fat - lead to insulin resistance. This condition makes it harder to burn fat and easier to store it, creating a cycle of increased hunger and potential overeating.

Myth 3: Fat Makes You Tired After Meals

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Feeling sleepy after eating isn't due to fat consumption, Dr. Ekberg reveals. The real culprit is typically overeating, particularly when combining high amounts of carbohydrates and fats. This combination forces your body to work harder to process the meal.

Myth 4: Fat Is Bad For Your Heart

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Dr. Ekberg challenges the belief that high-fat diets cause heart disease. The quality of fat matters more than quantity. Natural saturated and monounsaturated fats, like those in olive oil and properly sourced animal fats, can be consumed in larger amounts without causing heart problems - when not combined with high carbohydrate intake. Read on to discover real signs you're eating too much fat.

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Sign 6: Digestive Distress

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The first genuine sign of excessive fat consumption often appears as diarrhea, according to Dr. Ekberg. This occurs when your gallbladder struggles to release enough bile to break down dietary fat. If you experience this symptom, you might be consuming more fat than your body can currently process.

Sign 5: Floating Stools

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Dr. Ekberg points out that floating stools indicate incomplete fat digestion. This happens when your body can't properly break down and absorb dietary fat, either due to insufficient bile production or inadequate lipase enzyme levels.

Sign 4: Burping and Bloating

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Frequent burping, bloating, and indigestion might signal that you're consuming more fat than your gallbladder can effectively process, explains Dr. Ekberg. These symptoms occur when insufficient bile production leads to poor fat emulsification.

Sign 3: Right Shoulder Pain

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Dr. Ekberg describes an often-overlooked sign: pain in the right shoulder. This referred pain pattern stems from gallbladder stress and can extend from the neck down to the area between the shoulder blades. Many mistake this for ordinary muscle pain.

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Sign 2: Pain Under Right Ribs

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Pain in the right side under the rib cage might indicate gallbladder congestion from processing too much fat, Dr. Ekberg warns. While severe cases might require medical intervention, he suggests that fasting and proper supplementation can often help address these issues early.

Sign 1: Weight Loss Plateau

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Even on a ketogenic diet, consuming too much dietary fat can prevent weight loss, Dr. Ekberg explains. While ketosis indicates fat-burning, your body might be burning primarily dietary fat rather than body fat. The solution? After becoming fat-adapted, gradually reduce dietary fat intake while maintaining low carb levels, allowing your body to tap into its fat stores for energy. 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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4 Steps She Took to Drop Fat After 40

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Are you over 40, and the same tactics you used to burn fat when you were younger suddenly aren’t working anymore? Shauna Theresa is a women’s fitness and nutrition coach who helps women over 40 “boost metabolism, build strong, sculpted bodies and lose fat for life” using her STRONG method. In a new post, she reveals how she had to adapt her fat loss approach as she got older. “Fat loss was easier in my 40s after I did this,” she writes.

Getting Into a Calorie Deficit and Staying There Didn’t Work Anymore

“A BIG mistake I made for years, and see many women make, is we start eating in a calorie deficit and STAY there,” she reveals. “The big problem with that is your body will eventually adapt to that lower calorie intake.”

It Down Regulate Metabolism

“This means it will down regulate metabolism, making fat loss HARDER and gaining fat EASIER,” she says. “Not to mention, building muscle while in a deficit is NOT easy, which is why maintenance phases are a critical part of creating that ‘toned’ look!”

A Maintenance Phase Is Key

“Without a plan for your dieting phase, especially a starting or exit strategy, you won’t get the results you want. I’ve been there. But here is how I lost fat at age 40, kept it off and maintain it without living on a diet! (Ps. This is how I help clients!)” she writes, heading into the four steps she took.

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Step 1: Prime Your Body for Fat Loss

The first step? “Before starting a fat loss phase I primed my body to lose fat by taking a break from dieting,” she reveals. This helped “up-regulate metabolism” and ensured her “body was not in a stressed state.”

Step 2: Time You Fat Loss Phases

Step two? “Fat loss phases were timed, with breaks as needed,” she writes. They also “included prioritizing protein and heavy weight lifting (this sends a signal to the body to preserve muscle and burn fat),” she says.

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Step 3: Reverse Diet

The third step may surprise you. “Fat loss phases ended with a reverse diet,” she reveals. This “strategically and slowly increased calories allowing my body to adjust and adapt to a higher calorie amount without gaining fat. (A step most miss.)” she adds.

Step 4: Maintenance Phases

The last step? “My maintenance phases were times I took advantage of more calories,” she reveals. She added that she “put them to use to build more muscle, maybe even eating slightly over with calories with the intention of adding muscle, creating a more ‘toned’ look and improving metabolism.”

You Can Maintain Weight Loss Without Dieting Forever

“This application of steps has helped me lose fat, build muscle, and maintain results while avoiding being stuck in low calorie land! You are NOT meant to live in a deficit. It should be a temporary means to an end. A step in the process,” she adds at the end of her post. “Your plan should include times when you are eating MORE so you can prevent metabolic slow down and crashing hormones. It is possible for you to maintain your weight loss without ‘dieting’ forever. Promise!” 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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