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Coach Shares Her High-Protein “Cloud” Pizza Secret for Getting Sculpted Abs

It’s delicious – and good for you!

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When it comes to dieting, pizza is usually one of the first foods to go. After all, just one slice of pizza averages around 300 calories – and who eats just one? However, one health expert claims that she chiseled her abs with the help of a delicious pizza recipe, revealing the details in a recent post. Angela Rummans, a cookbook author and fitness coach, shares recipes on her social media page that helped her flatten her abs and keep them that way. In a new post, she reveals her game-changing “cloud bread pizza” recipe. “This (super high protein/ low carb) pizza hack helped me get/ keep my abs, w/out feeling deprived!” she writes in the post.


Modified Versions of Your Favorite Foods Keeps You Satisfied

Angela explains that modified versions of your favorite meals keep her satiated. “Having a recipe like this in your arsenal that satisfies all the cravings is such a huge tool for achieving your fitness goals. Save this one for later, and you have to try it! I honestly can't get enough of it!” she says in the post.

Cloud Bread Pizza Ingredients

-6 large egg whites

-1.5 TBS cornstarch

-pinch salt

-1/4 cup tomato sauce

-1 oz vegan cheese

-2 broccoli florets

-3 cherry tomato

-3 mushroom

Cloud Bread Pizza Instructions

Cloud bread pizza is easy to make. “With a hand mixer, whip together egg whites, cornstarch, and salt. Spread on a baking sheet and cook at 400 degrees until browned. Top your pizza and bake again until the cheese is melty and toppings are cooked,” she instructs.

Cloud Bread Pizza Nutritional Information

The total nutritional information for the Cloud Bread Pizza is:

Calories: 190 kcal

Protein: 25g

Carbohydrates: 15g

* Fiber: 2g

* Sugars: 5g

Fat: ~3g

* Saturated Fat: 1g

Sodium: 520mg

Here is Her Pumpkin Spice Protein Bagel Recipe

In another post she shares more of her meal prep recipes designed for “busy people with fitness goals to reach,” she writes, starting with breakfast: Pumpkin Spice Protein Bagel with hard boiled eggs.

Pumpkin Spice Protein Bagel (makes 3)

-1 cup self-rising flour

-1 cup mashed pumpkin (canned or fresh, well-drained)

-3 scoops unflavored or vanilla protein powder

-1/2 tsp salt

-1 tsp pumpkin spice or cinnamon

-2 TBS plain Greek or soy yogurt (adjust for dough consistency, if needed)

Per Bagel: 175 cal / Protein: 16g / Carbs: 22g / Fat: 2 g / Fiber: 2 g

+ 2 Hardboiled eggs: 295 cal / Protein: 22g / Carbs: 22g / Fat: 8 g / Fiber: 2g

Crispy Rice Sushi Salad

She also shares the recipe for a lunch idea: Crispy Rice Sushi Salad.

-1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple for color)

-1/3 cup diced carrot

-1/2 cup diced cucumber

-1/4 cup shelled edamame

-2 TBS pickled ginger, finely chopped

-1 sheet nori, chopped or crumbled

-1/2 cup cubed tofu (pan-fried or baked for added texture)

-1/2 cup day-old rice, lightly toasted in 1 TBS sesame oil

Dressing:

-1 TBS soy sauce/ 1 TBS mirin/ 1 TBS fresh orange juice / 1 tsp sesame oil (optional for extra flavor)

375 cal / Protein: ~14g / Carbs: ~42g / Fat: ~12g / Fiber: ~6g

Everything Bagel Egg Salad

And, for dinner, an
Everything Bagel Egg Salad.

-8 egg whites, chopped

-2 TBS fresh dill, finely chopped

-2 TBS pickle relish (or finely diced pickles)

-2-3 TBS mayo or plain Greek yogurt (adjust for creaminess)

-1 tsp Dijon mustard

-1 TBS everything bagel seasoning

-Salt and pepper, to taste

-Romaine lettuce

~300 cal / Protein: ~26g / Carbs: ~28g / Fat: ~7g / Fiber: ~2g

*Per container - multiply recipe by # of days you want to prep for*

She Recommends Incline Walking and Deep Core Workouts

In another post she reveals her simple approach to fitness. “My most asked question: “What’s your workout routine?” Well, here it is!” she says. “Incline walk on the treadmill (10 incline at 3 mph) for ~45 minutes, 3-5x a week” and her “deep core workouts 3x a week with rest days in between.”

Buy Her Cookbooks

For more of Angela’s weight loss recipes, head over to her Instagram page. You can also order her cookbooks by visiting her website here. 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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When it comes to dieting, pizza is usually one of the first foods to go. After all, just one slice of pizza averages around 300 calories – and who eats just one? However, one health expert claims that she chiseled her abs with the help of a delicious pizza recipe, revealing the details in a recent post. Angela Rummans, a cookbook author and fitness coach, shares recipes on her social media page that helped her flatten her abs and keep them that way. In a new post, she reveals her game-changing “cloud bread pizza” recipe. “This (super high protein/ low carb) pizza hack helped me get/ keep my abs, w/out feeling deprived!” she writes in the post.


Modified Versions of Your Favorite Foods Keeps You Satisfied

Angela explains that modified versions of your favorite meals keep her satiated. “Having a recipe like this in your arsenal that satisfies all the cravings is such a huge tool for achieving your fitness goals. Save this one for later, and you have to try it! I honestly can't get enough of it!” she says in the post.

Cloud Bread Pizza Ingredients

-6 large egg whites

-1.5 TBS cornstarch

-pinch salt

-1/4 cup tomato sauce

-1 oz vegan cheese

-2 broccoli florets

-3 cherry tomato

-3 mushroom

Cloud Bread Pizza Instructions

Cloud bread pizza is easy to make. “With a hand mixer, whip together egg whites, cornstarch, and salt. Spread on a baking sheet and cook at 400 degrees until browned. Top your pizza and bake again until the cheese is melty and toppings are cooked,” she instructs.

Cloud Bread Pizza Nutritional Information

The total nutritional information for the Cloud Bread Pizza is:

Calories: 190 kcal

Protein: 25g

Carbohydrates: 15g

* Fiber: 2g

* Sugars: 5g

Fat: ~3g

* Saturated Fat: 1g

Sodium: 520mg

Here is Her Pumpkin Spice Protein Bagel Recipe

In another post she shares more of her meal prep recipes designed for “busy people with fitness goals to reach,” she writes, starting with breakfast: Pumpkin Spice Protein Bagel with hard boiled eggs.

Pumpkin Spice Protein Bagel (makes 3)

-1 cup self-rising flour

-1 cup mashed pumpkin (canned or fresh, well-drained)

-3 scoops unflavored or vanilla protein powder

-1/2 tsp salt

-1 tsp pumpkin spice or cinnamon

-2 TBS plain Greek or soy yogurt (adjust for dough consistency, if needed)

Per Bagel: 175 cal / Protein: 16g / Carbs: 22g / Fat: 2 g / Fiber: 2 g

+ 2 Hardboiled eggs: 295 cal / Protein: 22g / Carbs: 22g / Fat: 8 g / Fiber: 2g

Crispy Rice Sushi Salad

She also shares the recipe for a lunch idea: Crispy Rice Sushi Salad.

-1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple for color)

-1/3 cup diced carrot

-1/2 cup diced cucumber

-1/4 cup shelled edamame

-2 TBS pickled ginger, finely chopped

-1 sheet nori, chopped or crumbled

-1/2 cup cubed tofu (pan-fried or baked for added texture)

-1/2 cup day-old rice, lightly toasted in 1 TBS sesame oil

Dressing:

-1 TBS soy sauce/ 1 TBS mirin/ 1 TBS fresh orange juice / 1 tsp sesame oil (optional for extra flavor)

375 cal / Protein: ~14g / Carbs: ~42g / Fat: ~12g / Fiber: ~6g

Everything Bagel Egg Salad

And, for dinner, an
Everything Bagel Egg Salad.

-8 egg whites, chopped

-2 TBS fresh dill, finely chopped

-2 TBS pickle relish (or finely diced pickles)

-2-3 TBS mayo or plain Greek yogurt (adjust for creaminess)

-1 tsp Dijon mustard

-1 TBS everything bagel seasoning

-Salt and pepper, to taste

-Romaine lettuce

~300 cal / Protein: ~26g / Carbs: ~28g / Fat: ~7g / Fiber: ~2g

*Per container - multiply recipe by # of days you want to prep for*

She Recommends Incline Walking and Deep Core Workouts

In another post she reveals her simple approach to fitness. “My most asked question: “What’s your workout routine?” Well, here it is!” she says. “Incline walk on the treadmill (10 incline at 3 mph) for ~45 minutes, 3-5x a week” and her “deep core workouts 3x a week with rest days in between.”

Buy Her Cookbooks

For more of Angela’s weight loss recipes, head over to her Instagram page. You can also order her cookbooks by visiting her website here. 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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Lisa Jean Lanceford is a fitness trainer and influencer with over 3.7 million followers on Instagram. She regularly shares her workouts on social media and via the STRNG app. In one of her recent Instagram posts, she shared the exercises that are responsible for her 6-pack abs. “Sheeeeesh this one burns 🔥 Let’s get this ABS workout done,” she wrote in the captioned. Here is everything you need to know about her workout plus the other lifestyle habits that help keep her in shape.


Here Is Her Ab Workout

In the video, she demonstrates the following exercises:

  • Kneeling cable crunch

    10-12 reps, 3-4 sets

  • Roman chair oblique knee raises

    12-16 reps, 3-4 sets

  • Alternating knee tuck double crunch

    12-16 reps, 3-4 sets

  • Cross crawls

    20-24 reps, 3-4 sets

  • Low to high cable woodchips

    10-12 reps, 3-4 sets each side

Intuitive Eating

Lisa promotes “intuitive eating,” explaining the principles in an Instagram post.

“Your relationship with food plays a key role in your overall fitness journey. Whilst it’s good to have a sufficient understanding of your diet and nutrition, striving for the ‘perfect’ diet may lead to controlling or disordered eating habits. If you have eaten a cheeseburger, you do not have to feel guilty, skip your next meal or ‘burn it off.’ Instead, focus on the positives. You received a great source of iron, protein, carbs, calcium and you probably rather enjoyed it. You do not need to use exercise to negate eating but rather consume food for enjoyment, nourishment and to fuel workouts and recovery,” she says.

Related: 10 High Fiber Foods to Keep You Full in a Day, According to Dietitian

Here Is How She “Builds” Healthy Meals

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In another post, she explains “how to build a healthy and balanced meal,” starting with a “good quality protein sources such as lean meat, a soya-based product such as tofu or tempeh, dairy or lentils, beans and edamame beans,” she says. Next up, starchy carbohydrates, which “should make up just over a 1/3 of the food you eat,” she explains.

“They are essential for energy and nutrients, therefore you should aim to include some at every meal. Low GI carbohydrates slowly release energy and are higher in fibre which means they will keep you fuller for longer. Some low GI options include potatoes with skin on, brown rice, wholemeal bread, wholemeal pasta, oats, and buckwheat.”

Then, fill your plate “with a rainbow of non- starchy vegetables and dark leafy greens. Examples include broccoli, spinach, kale, peppers, cucumber, courgette, onion, aubergine, cauliflower, mushrooms, tomatoes and so on. Also be sure to include some fruit throughout the day as snacks or added to breakfast, etc,” she adds. Finally, “Pick a small amount of healthy fats such as avocado, nuts, extra virgin olive oil, and seeds.”

No Diets

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Lisa doesn’t like to label her eating plan. “I don’t like to call it a diet as it’s my lifestyle and not a diet. My nutrition has stayed the same, except some days I am increasing my calories as I am working out more, so I need to make sure I am fuelling my body right. I am doing LIVE Instagram workouts with my followers and challenging myself with new HIIT workouts alongside weight training (working with what I have) and my morning walks,” she told Women Fitness.

Related: I Lost 30 Pounds and Here’s Everything I Learned Along My Journey

Walking in the Morning

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While she spends a lot of time in the gym, Lisa starts her day with steps. “I do a 1 hour walk every morning. It helps with my mindset for the day and I think about everything I am grateful for. It’s so calm, quiet and peaceful and it gets my mind going for the day. Always practice gratitude and always appreciate the little things in life,” she added to Women Fitness.

💪🔥Body Booster: Contrary to popular belief, crunches, and sit-ups aren’t the best exercises to build abs. Try doing a set like Lisa’s, which works all the muscles in your midsection, including obliques, and will get you the best results. 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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Rebecca Louise is flaunting her six-pack abs in a sports bra and shorts. In a new social media post the fitness influencer shows off her amazing midsection while revealing the secret to her six-pack abs. “SIX PACK ABS at home 🙌🏻 The BURN METHOD makes sure you get results by allowing your body the REST it needs to repair and the BURN it needs to build!” she says. “Today it’s CORE day inside the BURN APP 🙌🏻 here is a little teaser of the exercise we do to get that SIX PACK!” What is the workout responsible for her taut tummy and what are her other health habits?


Protein Shake and Tea

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Rebecca detailed her diet to The Newsette. “For the last 5 years, I have had the same breakfast. I still get excited to wake up and get all the proper nutrients in my body to start the day,” she says. She starts with a protein shake, “as it’s packed full of vitamins and minerals. But what I love most is how great it tastes! It also includes good fats, which are essential for maintaining your blood sugar level and fueling your body with the right ingredients,” she says. “I am not a coffee drinker because, well, I am British and we love tea!” she continues. Instead, she has Chai tea that is thermogenic, “which means it burns calories and gives you energy. Packed full of black, green tea, and plenty of antioxidants, it’s a key part of me feeling awake! To help with digestion, I always have a splash of the aloe in some water to get my tummy moving for the day,” she says.

Related: I Lost My Mom Pooch Without Dieting with These Simple Tips

Greek Yogurt

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She eats at 6:30 A.M, “within 30 minutes of waking up,” starting with Greek Yogurt with Berries. “You have to be super careful when it comes to yogurt, as a lot of them are full of sugar. My rule of thumb is to make sure the protein is always more than the carbs and sugar. When it comes to fruit, I always stick to berries as they are lower in sugar and higher in antioxidants. If I am craving something sweet, I will have some mango instead of sweets!” she says.

Kale Wraps or Salads

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Lunch “varies between a crunchy kale wrap or summer salad. I am always running around, so I make sure that someone picks me up food from a nearby place called Jans. Luckily for them, they are the only healthy place around, so I have a running tab with them!” she says.

Healthy Snacks

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For a snack she eats celery and Almond butter. “I have found it to be better than peanut butter, and I prefer the taste,” she explains.

Salmon

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For dinner she eats salmon, green beans and quinoa. “My meals are always balanced between protein, carbs, good fats and veggies. Around 24 grams of protein for my main meals, or measured by the size of my palm,” she says. At night she has a post-recovery shake with protein, L glutamine and BCAs.

Related: The Perfect 5-Exercise Beginner Workout, According to Fitness Expert

Her Ab Workout

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Rebecca demonstrates her ab workout in her Instagram video. She does each exercise fo4 40 seconds, and rests for 14. She does two sets.

  1. Side plank leg taps
  2. Side reach ups
  3. Leg drop circles
  4. Knee to chest extensions
  5. Straight bicycles
  6. Side body crunch

💪🔥Body Booster: Start your day with Greek yogurt and berries within 30 minutes of waking up. Ensure the yogurt’s protein content exceeds its carbs and sugar, and opt for mango when craving sweets. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

Cassey Ho is a fitness influencer and coach with over 2.7 million followers on Instagram and 9.5 million on YouTube. The Blogilates creator regularly shares diet and fitness content, helping millions of people get into shape. She also designs workout clothes, which she models in a recent post. “Running short…but make it a fairytale 👑” she captioned an Instagram post of her latest design, showing off her flat abs in the process. How does the 37-year-old eat to stay in such great shape? The Body Network has the details on everything she eats in a day and her other top lifestyle habits.


Food Fuels Her Workouts

“I eat for energy and work out because it makes me feel good,” Cassey told People. “You’ve got to find the joy in exercising and nourishing your body, or else you won’t stick to it.”

Hydration

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Cassy understands the importance of hydration. She reveals that she drinks 2 to 3 liters of water per day. According to the Mayo Clinic, 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.

Related: I Got My Best Body After 50 and Here’s How You Can, Too

Healthy Diet

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Cassey consumes 1,752 calories per day. She starts her day with a peanut butter banana smoothie (1 banana, 2 scoops natural, organic peanut butter, 3/4 cup almond milk, and a handful of ice). After that, she snacks on 1 cup fresh blueberries with 1 cup coconut yogurt and a RX bar. For lunch she enjoys a chicken salad (5 oz. roasted chicken breast, 4 cups butter lettuce, 2 tbsp. raw sliced almonds, 1⁄2 cup cherry tomatoes, and 2 tbsp. strawberry vinaigrette). And, for dinner she has 5 oz. baked salmon, 1 cup brown rice, 1 cup roasted brussels sprouts, and 2 tbsp. Sriracha.

PIIT28

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Cassey’s all-time favorite workout is the one she created, PIIT28. “I developed this workout program that combines high-intensity cardio exercises with total-body-strengthening Pilates moves. One round is seven minutes and 10 seconds, and for a full workout, you’ll need to do four rounds for a total of 28 minutes and 40 seconds. I love this style of workout because you burn fat and build muscle and endurance in a short period of time with zero equipment,” she told Stylecaster.

Related: Grace Albin Just Shared This Ultimate Glute Workout

Pilates

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Cassey also does Pilates. Her favorite move is the earthquake. “You begin seated with legs straight and a tall spine, roll shoulders back and down, and lean back at the hips. You’ll feel your core shake like crazy! It doesn’t look like you’re moving that much, but, oh boy, this move is powerful and great for a strong core,” she told Stylecaster.

💪🔥Body Booster: If you want to lose weight, make sure you are fueling your body with the right balance of protein, carbs, and fiber to fuel your workouts and help build muscle.

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Do you want to get your abs toned in time for summer? All you need is a pair of free weights and about ten minutes, according to Becky Greenan. The 37-year-old mother-of-two flashes her impressive six-pack during one of her latest at-home workouts, demonstrating a few key moves that help her maintain her flat abs. “Abs & Core 🤘 Grab some light dumbbells and try this out,” she captioned the Instagram post, sharing it with her nearly one million followers on the social media network. Here are the exercises she recommends – and some of her other diet and fitness tips.


Here Is Her “Abs and Core” Workout

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“I’m holding 5lbs each hand. Holding the dumbbells will help with counterbalance during the V sit. Let’s gooo!” she writes in the caption, recommending doing each exercise for 30 seconds and completing the circuit for three sets.

  1. Modified v sit Russian twist
  2. V sit leg crunch
  3. Glute bridge knee drives
  4. Lying knee crunch
  5. Lying flutter kicks

Be Patient

Becky, who has two children, has transformed her body dramatically over 10 years. However, she explains to her followers that it takes patience, a lot of work, and time to do so. “27 years old vs 37 years old with 2 kids,” she wrote in the caption. “My transformation didn’t take me 10 years to see results. But my progress hasn’t been linear either - especially with 2 pregnancies,” she writes.

Be Consistent

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Aside from hard work, consistency is key, says Becky. “One thing I’ve always been is CONSISTENT. I’ve always kept going and I’ve never given up on myself,” she writes in the same post.

RELATED: Stacey Roberts Flashes Abs And Shares Her “Lazy Day” Upper Body Workout

Strength Train

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Becky is a big advocate of strength training over cardio. “If you want to change your body composition by getting lean and adding curves - LIFT WEIGHTS. If you want to build confidence - LIFT WEIGHTS. Cardio isn’t going to give you the shape you’re looking for,” she points out. What are some other reasons to lift weights? The Mayo Clinic adds that strength and weight training help reduce body fat, preserve and increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently. It may also help you develop strong bones, manage your weight, enhance your quality of life, manage chronic conditions, and sharpen your thinking skills.

Invest in Resistance Bands and Dumbbells

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According to Becky, all you really need to do an effective workout is resistance bands and dumbbells. Better yet, you don’t have to leave your house. “YES it can be done and it’s what I’ve been doing for years,” she concludes.

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

Eat a Protein Packed Diet

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Becky emphasizes the importance of eating protein. She herself consumes “2000ish calories and 120ish protein,” per day. She designs her meals with a balance of carbs, protein and fats. “I usually eat more on lifting days because I’m hungrier,” she explains.

  1. 2 eggs, 2 egg whites and feta toast with butter: 400 calories/25 protein
  2. Apple with peanut butter, protein shake: 450 calories/35 protein
  3. Chicken thigh and leg, sweet potato and broccoli:450 calories/45 protein
  4. Bun with turkey, and orange: 350 calories/15 grams protein
  5. Cucumber salad and cookies: 400 calories

💪🔥Body Booster: Stay consistent with your fitness routine. Never give up on yourself, and keep pushing forward

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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.

RELATED:12-3-30 Walking Method: 20 Proven Tips to Lose Weight Faster

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.

RELATED:8 High-Protein Foods with Nearly Zero Calories That Melt Fat

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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Unless you live under a rock, you are well aware that walking is one of the best workouts for losing weight and maintaining your overall health. However, getting the recommended steps to lose weight and burn fat can be difficult, especially if you have a job. Kelsey Rose is a fitness trainer and social media influencer with hundreds of thousands of followers. In a new post, she issues a “PSA” about walking, explaining that “the #1 tool for FAT LOSS for women is literally free!!” According to Kelsey, if you have a “sedentary” job where you only get in 2,500 steps a day, adding a 30-minute walk before and after work will help you burn an additional 260 calories a day, which could help you lose 10 to 15 pounds in 6 months if paired with an 80/20 diet. “10 other hot tips for hitting those daily steps when working a 9-5,” she writes.

1. Turn Your Morning Routine into Movement

Per Kelsey, the first thing you should do is incorporate walking into your morning routine. “Instead of scrolling or lingering over coffee, use 10-15 minutes in the morning to pace around your home, stretch, or go for a quick walk. I wake up in the morning and go outside first thing!” she writes.

2. Take Active Commutes

Turn your commute into a workout, Kelsey encourages. “If possible, walk or bike to work. If you drive, park farther away or get off public transport a stop early to squeeze in extra steps,” she says.

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3. Walk During Meetings

Try and get your steps in while you work by multitasking, Kelsey suggests. “Turn phone calls or virtual meetings into walking meetings. Pop in your headphones and take your call while pacing or walking outside,” she says.

4. Use the Stairs

Turn your office stairwell into a StairMaster, suggests the trainer. “Ditch the elevator! Take the stairs whenever you can to sneak in extra movement,” she writes.

5. Set Hourly Step Goals

Set hourly goals instead of a daily goal to get your body moving. “Set a timer to remind yourself to get up every hour. Walk around the office or do a quick lap at home if you’re working remotely,” says Kelsey.

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6. Take Your Lunch Break Outside

Use your lunch break as an opportunity to get fresh air plus exercise. “Go for a brisk walk after eating. It’s a great way to recharge while adding steps to your day,” she says.

7. Use a Smaller Water Bottle

While most experts recommend using large water bottles, a smaller one may help you stay more active. “A smaller bottle means more trips to refill it. Plus, staying hydrated keeps your energy up!” she writes.

8. Walk During Breaks

If you take breaks throughout the work day, use them as an opportunity to take mini walks. “Instead of scrolling on your phone, take a 5-10 minute stroll during your morning or afternoon breaks,” Kelsey writes.

9. Make Errands Active

Multitasking during errands can help you get even more activity in. “Walk to grab coffee, pick up lunch, or drop off documents. Even small tasks can help you rack up steps,” suggests Kelsey.

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10. End Your Day with a Walk

Finally, use the end of the day as a time to reflect and get a workout in. “Wind down after work with a 20-30 minute evening walk. It’s a relaxing way to hit your step goals and clear your mind,” says Kelsey. 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 frustrated that the same weight loss tactics you used in her thirties are failing to work in your forties? It may be time to change your approach. Molly Corcoran is a weight loss warrior and coach who lost a total of 20 pounds after she turned 40. Now, she helps “35+ busy moms optimize their metabolism, build muscle, lose belly fat & find confidence again in peri/menopause,” she writes in her Instagram bio. In a new post, she reveals three core habits at the center of her weight loss. “I stopped eating clean, ditched the orange theory classes over 40,” she writes, revealing her secret.

High-Intensity Workouts Were Impacting Her Hormones

According to Molly, high-intensity cardio workouts that worked for her when she was younger were not helping her lose weight. “The truth is ladies, the constant cardio workouts Like orange theory did a number to my hormones in peri/menopause,” she writes.

Eating “Clean” Was Also Working Against Her

Another thing that stopped working? “Paired that with trying to eat ‘clean’ so I called it for most of my life. There is no such thing as clean eating and if you’re still trying to eat clean in your 40s+ that’s exactly why you can’t lose the weight,” she continued.

She Made Three Changes

“When it all changed for me was when I left the intense cardio/weight classes and finally got control of my eating habits. Here are the 3 things I focused on that drive results,” she says.

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She Started Tracking Protein and Calories

“I started tracking my protein and calories in @myfitness pal to educate myself on portions and got good at consistently hitting 140-150g protein daily. Also, eating carbs at every meal and getting a calorie deficit goal that was manageable so I stay consistent,” she said.

She Swapped Group Fitness for Progressive Overload Strength Training

“I left group x classes for good and started to shift my focus to progressive overload strength training. 3-4 strength days a week tracking how much I lifted, set, and allowed rest between sets to push in my lifts,” she writes. “Wanna change your body, leave the random workouts with cardio mixed in because that’s not strength training.”

She Started Walking

And third, she started moving more in general. “I started to monitor my daily movement outside of my workouts, focused on hitting 10k steps, and still do to this day 5 years later,” she writes.

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She Got Serious About Nutrition

She also worked on her nutrition. “Bonus: I got serious about educating myself on adding more to my plate by adding more fruits and veggies to my plate, pairing that with healthy fat, and protein was how I lost the most weight.”

You Need to “Unlearn Everything You Thought Would Work"

“If you finally want to see results in your 40s on up, you need to unlearn everything you thought would work. Have a plan for both nutrition and exercise. I can assure you that the results will come when you get serious about what you put in your mouth!” she says. And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss12-3-30 Walking Method: 20 Proven Tips to Lose Weight Faster.