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Pauline Perina in 2-Piece Exercise Clothes Shares “Full Body Circuit” Workout

The fitness pro and influencer shares a new workout.

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Paulina Perina is showing off her amazing body during a full-body workout. In a new social media post, the trainer and fitness influencer flaunts her lean and strong figure in a two-piece exercise set, offering up a new workout routine to her followers. “Full Body Strength and Conditioning 🔥Ready to sweat?” she captioned the post. Here is her workout – and some of the other diet and fitness habits that keep her in shape.


The Workout Detail

Paulina starts her post by offering details about the format of her workout:

  • 3 Circuits
  • Perform each circuit 2-3 times (depending on your fitness level), following the number of reps or times for each exercise.
  • Take minimal rest between exercises and 1-2 minutes of rest between circuits.

Circuit 1

As for the exercises, she starts with the first circuit.

  • Kettlebell Swings: 10-15 reps
  • Renegade Rows: 10 reps
  • High Knees: 30 seconds.

Circuit 2

She then moves on to the second circuit, recommending three sets.

  • Thrusters: 10 reps
  • Bent Over Rows: 10 reps
  • Mountain Climbers: 30 seconds.

Circuit 3

She also recommends doing three sets of the third circuit.

  • Alternating Front Lunges with Torso Twist: 10 reps each side
  • Push Press: 10-12 reps
  • Alternating Toe Touches: 30 seconds.

Healthy Food Ideas

A healthy diet is key, per Pauline. “Sharing some food I’ve been eating lately—healthy and easy to recreate!” she writes in a post. Here are her meal ideas:

  • Rice, shrimp, and tomato mixed with onion & herbs
  • Scrambled eggs with avocado, cherry tomatoes, and a bagel + Greek yogurt with raspberry and chocolate chips & @womensbest BCAA Amino
  • Salad with lettuce, arugula, cucumber, avocado, tomato, corn, egg, ham, and crispy toppings
  • Morning supplements: BCAA amino, collagen, and greens from @womensbest 🌱
  • Salmon with quinoa, tomato, cucumber, and cucumber tzatziki dressing
  • Pre-workout snack: Toast with peanut butter, nectarine, and Women’s Best Amino and Energy 🍞🍑
  • Beef, potatoes, broccoli, and sriracha sauce.

RELATED:This Grandmother Lost 200 Pounds in 23 Months by Walking Just 2 Blocks a Day

No Excuses

Pauline has a no-excuses approach to exercise. “You can have results or excuses, but not both!” she writes. “I get it—achieving your goals isn’t easy. We’re all on different paths, whether you’re trying to lose weight or build muscle. Sometimes it feels frustrating, and I’ve had those moments when I felt overwhelmed and wanted to give up. But it’s actually during those tough times that real transformation happens. Remember, it’s all about progress, not perfection, and you don’t have to do this alone!”

She Used to Do Daily Cardio

In a “how it was vs. how it’s going,” post-Pauline reveals that she used to stick to daily cardio. “On the first three slides, you see me back in 2022, when I was convinced that sweating it out with daily cardio was the only way to get fit 🏃🏻‍♀️💦 While I was lean, I didn’t have the muscle definition I wanted. I realized that doing a ton of cardio wasn’t it,” she writes.

RELATED:This 35-Year-Old Finally Built Muscle After Stopping These 7 Training Mistakes

Now She Does Strength Training

“I changed my approach to working out and started incorporating strength training, which is 🔑. Now, I follow a structured plan that has 2 upper body + 2 lower body days, cardio at the end of each session, and a dedicated day for HIIT/full-body workouts,” she continued.

She Does At Least 3 Workouts a Week

“When my schedule gets busy, I stick to at least three workouts a week. I used to stress about missing workouts, but not anymore 💤 Missing a day doesn’t impact the progress, and rest is super important -> muscles grow during rest, not while we’re working out!” she says. “For my ladies worried about getting bulky from strength training—don’t be. Strength training boosts your metabolism and burns more calories🔥 which aids in fat loss and muscle definition. It won’t make you bulky unless you have a specific plan and nutrition for that.”

RELATED:She Broke Free From a 15-Year Food Obsession Using These 8 Daily Habits

Protein Is Key

She also stresses the importance of amping up your protein intake. “Regarding nutrition, I’m still in a calorie deficit but prioritize high protein (crucial for muscle repair and growth) and whole foods🥦🍅 which has led to great results,” she says. 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. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 31 Fitness Tips Every Beginner Needs to Look Sexy, According to Coaches.

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Paulina Perina is showing off her amazing body during a full-body workout. In a new social media post, the trainer and fitness influencer flaunts her lean and strong figure in a two-piece exercise set, offering up a new workout routine to her followers. “Full Body Strength and Conditioning 🔥Ready to sweat?” she captioned the post. Here is her workout – and some of the other diet and fitness habits that keep her in shape.


The Workout Detail

Paulina starts her post by offering details about the format of her workout:

  • 3 Circuits
  • Perform each circuit 2-3 times (depending on your fitness level), following the number of reps or times for each exercise.
  • Take minimal rest between exercises and 1-2 minutes of rest between circuits.

Circuit 1

As for the exercises, she starts with the first circuit.

  • Kettlebell Swings: 10-15 reps
  • Renegade Rows: 10 reps
  • High Knees: 30 seconds.

Circuit 2

She then moves on to the second circuit, recommending three sets.

  • Thrusters: 10 reps
  • Bent Over Rows: 10 reps
  • Mountain Climbers: 30 seconds.

Circuit 3

She also recommends doing three sets of the third circuit.

  • Alternating Front Lunges with Torso Twist: 10 reps each side
  • Push Press: 10-12 reps
  • Alternating Toe Touches: 30 seconds.

Healthy Food Ideas

A healthy diet is key, per Pauline. “Sharing some food I’ve been eating lately—healthy and easy to recreate!” she writes in a post. Here are her meal ideas:

  • Rice, shrimp, and tomato mixed with onion & herbs
  • Scrambled eggs with avocado, cherry tomatoes, and a bagel + Greek yogurt with raspberry and chocolate chips & @womensbest BCAA Amino
  • Salad with lettuce, arugula, cucumber, avocado, tomato, corn, egg, ham, and crispy toppings
  • Morning supplements: BCAA amino, collagen, and greens from @womensbest 🌱
  • Salmon with quinoa, tomato, cucumber, and cucumber tzatziki dressing
  • Pre-workout snack: Toast with peanut butter, nectarine, and Women’s Best Amino and Energy 🍞🍑
  • Beef, potatoes, broccoli, and sriracha sauce.

RELATED:This Grandmother Lost 200 Pounds in 23 Months by Walking Just 2 Blocks a Day

No Excuses

Pauline has a no-excuses approach to exercise. “You can have results or excuses, but not both!” she writes. “I get it—achieving your goals isn’t easy. We’re all on different paths, whether you’re trying to lose weight or build muscle. Sometimes it feels frustrating, and I’ve had those moments when I felt overwhelmed and wanted to give up. But it’s actually during those tough times that real transformation happens. Remember, it’s all about progress, not perfection, and you don’t have to do this alone!”

She Used to Do Daily Cardio

In a “how it was vs. how it’s going,” post-Pauline reveals that she used to stick to daily cardio. “On the first three slides, you see me back in 2022, when I was convinced that sweating it out with daily cardio was the only way to get fit 🏃🏻‍♀️💦 While I was lean, I didn’t have the muscle definition I wanted. I realized that doing a ton of cardio wasn’t it,” she writes.

RELATED:This 35-Year-Old Finally Built Muscle After Stopping These 7 Training Mistakes

Now She Does Strength Training

“I changed my approach to working out and started incorporating strength training, which is 🔑. Now, I follow a structured plan that has 2 upper body + 2 lower body days, cardio at the end of each session, and a dedicated day for HIIT/full-body workouts,” she continued.

She Does At Least 3 Workouts a Week

“When my schedule gets busy, I stick to at least three workouts a week. I used to stress about missing workouts, but not anymore 💤 Missing a day doesn’t impact the progress, and rest is super important -> muscles grow during rest, not while we’re working out!” she says. “For my ladies worried about getting bulky from strength training—don’t be. Strength training boosts your metabolism and burns more calories🔥 which aids in fat loss and muscle definition. It won’t make you bulky unless you have a specific plan and nutrition for that.”

RELATED:She Broke Free From a 15-Year Food Obsession Using These 8 Daily Habits

Protein Is Key

She also stresses the importance of amping up your protein intake. “Regarding nutrition, I’m still in a calorie deficit but prioritize high protein (crucial for muscle repair and growth) and whole foods🥦🍅 which has led to great results,” she says. 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. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 31 Fitness Tips Every Beginner Needs to Look Sexy, According to Coaches.

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Do you want to know the workout behind Jessica Alba’s famous backside? Her trainer, Ramona Braganza, unveils the “best butt exercise ever” in a new Instagram post that is “used by all my celeb clients, and you have to admit they have great Glutes,” she writes. Here is the workout – and everything you need to know about her method.


Use Dumbbells or a Barbell and Make Sure to Stay in Proper Form

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“Proper form is a must with this one to avoid injury and work your way from lighter weights to heavier,” she explains. “You can use dumbbells or a barbell for most leg exercises. We will be switching out to barbells on the next leg series.”

Romanian Deadlift

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The exercise she recommends is the Romanian Deadlift. Romanian DeadLift, or RDL, can do major damage to your back. “If done improperly with a rounded back, this exercise can cause major stress on the lower lumbar area of your back and result in a possible lumbar disc injury,” says Kendra Gamble, HIT Fitness Training, Huntingdon Valley, PA, NPTI Certified Personal Trainer and Nutritional Consultant. To do it safely, she suggests tightening your entire core “so that it helps brace your back, keep a neutral spine the entire time, and lift with your legs (like you're pushing them into the floor) instead of your back.”

Don’t Forget to Warm Up

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Braganza reminds us that you should always start with a “quick warmup cardio” and stretches. “For recovery make sure to do a stretch after, use foam roller or theragun if needed, Epsom salt bath helps too.”

3-2-1 Method

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Braganza created her trademark 321 Training Method while working with a blockbuster star. “I developed it when Jessica Alba and I were shooting many films on location, so I needed something effective, requiring minimal equipment, flexible whether you have 20 minutes, half an hour, or a full hour to train,” she recently told our sister site, Celebwell.

RELATED: The "Hot Girl Walk" Secret to Losing Body Fat Fast

Do 3 Cardio Workouts

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The first part of the method, three, stands for three cardio workouts. “An example of cardio could be either treadmill, spinning, or dance.

Complete 2 Circuits

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Then, you move on to circuit training. She recommends doing two circuit workouts. “Usually it’s three in a row exercises that train specific body parts on different days,” Braganza said.

Now, Do 1 Part Core

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The final part of the workout is the core. She recommends doing a short workout to flatten and strengthen the midsection.

RELATED: 7 Facial Exercises to Erase Wrinkles After 50

Meditation

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Sometimes her sessions with clients involve meditation. She maintains that Alba meditates before and after their sessions. “Our workouts have become more of a mind body spirit evolution as Jess is now in her 40s which includes meditation before we train that raises our vibrations to give us a positive mindset and finishes with a gratitude meditation,” she said.

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Brittne Jackson, aka Brittne Babe, is showing off her guns – in workout gear. In a new social media post the “Queen of the Home Workouts” flaunts her famous figure in body-skimming exercise clothes as she executes a bunch of pushups. “Crank That (Soulja Boy) Push-up Challenge🔥(Save & Try it) Can you complete this challenge? Share with a friend to give this a try!😎💪” she captioned the Instagram Reel.


She Works Out Three Times a Week

Brittne exercises like it is her job – because it is. “I work out at least 3 times a week (when I film). I create the workout plans for my babes in my BrittCamp, in full length. I love to share with my followers how my body is being shaped with the exercises I do. That’s why the workouts that you see on my Instagram account are the workouts I do to create my physique,” she told Women’s Best.

Related: Rebecca Louise in Workout Clothes Shares “Six Pack Abs” Workout

She Was “Born Into Fitness”

Brittne was “born into fitness,” she says. “I was enrolled in dancing school at 2 years old, ran cross country in middle school, and soared off with track & field in the 200M and 4x200M relay events throughout high school/ college. Fitness was always my lifestyle so that part came natural. However, I started taking the health part seriously once I entered the industry 10 years ago. I LOVE what I do and helping along the way!”

She Doesn’t Believe in the Word Diet

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“I do not believe in the word diet. I eat what I feel like eating in moderation,” she told Women’s Best. She drinks a protein shake daily. “I eat a salad a day and drink a lot of water,” she says. “My dinner usually contains rice, protein, and greens so I eat pretty healthy by default.” She also avoids cheat days. “I live my life on my terms. I focus on making healthy choices the majority of the week and have ice cream, brownies or cheesecake if I am out for dinner.”

She Does This Full Body Dumbbell Only Workout

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Brittne recently unveiled her full body dumbbell only workout. She recommends doing 3 rounds of each, 60 seconds each round, and taking a 90 second rest in between each round.

  1. In & Out Squat Raise
  2. Alt Reverse Lunge - Front Raise
  3. Reverse Plank Knee In
  4. Alt Cross Dumbbell Row - Squat
  5. Not So Average Squat Raise

Related: Benchmark Your Progress with Our Lean Body Mass Calculator

Meal Prep

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Brittne meal preps. “My favorite prep meal is brown rice, chicken, and baby spinach,” she says. Her tips for first time food preppers? “Create a menu based on the plan what you would like to eat and how much time you can spend on healthy cooking and meal preparation. Then create your shopping list that includes all the ingredients. Stay away from a bunch of recipes at the beginning because you do not want to get overwhelmed. Keep your food prep menu super simple and make sure that the meals include protein, greens, and carb,” she says.

Studies have found that the more meals you eat prepared away from home, the higher your risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and early death. And, one study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity found meal planning was associated with a healthier diet and less obesity.

💪🔥Body Booster: If you are truly committed to losing weight, you should try food prepping, as you will be more likely to eat healthier food and stick to your meal plan.

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Alex Rice is on fire in her latest workout video. In a new social media post the certified personal trainer and fitness influencer, who boasts over 1.1 million Instagram followers, shows off her enviable figure – including her rock hard abs – in a sports bra and leggings while executing an upper body workout. “You go girl! Hit those spicy spots. Keep rocking it! 🔥” commented Alexia Clark. “Those chest press dumbbells are as big as you are!! 😍” added Olivia Ostrom. Here is everything you need to know about her routine and all of her other health and fitness habits.


She Warms Up

“Let’s warm up for leg day 🔥 your body will thank you!!” she captioned a post. “Most people know they should warm up, but don’t always know where to begin! I got youuu 🫡 you don’t have to do this exact routine, but I’m hoping it will give you some ideas for your warm up. She explained that her “warm up is usually circuit style” and that she does 2 to 3 rounds “about 10 reps each side.”

Related: I’m a Dietitian and I Lost 100 Pounds With These Delicious Foods

She Eats Overnight Oats

Alex recently shared her recipe for peanut butter and jelly overnight oats.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup Old fashioned Oats
  • 1/2 Milk of choice (I start with a 1/2 cup and add more if/when needed)
  • 1 scoop @youcanbeam vanilla soft serve protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon PB
  • 1 tablespoon your choice of jelly
  • Topping: chopped strawberries

Directions:

  • Add milk, chia seeds, honey and stir to combine
  • Stir in your protein powder and oats
  • Add your PB& J and swirl it in (don’t mix it in completely- the goal is to have swirls of pb&j throughout)
  • Store in fridge in an air right container overnight or at least 3 hours
  • Add your toppings when you’re ready to eat 🍓

She Isn’t Afraid of “Putting on too Much Muscle”

Alex is not afraid of “putting on too much muscle” by lifting weights. “Workout however you want to, I stand by that!!! But to answer your question, no I’m not worried about putting on too much muscle, thank you! Plus, I wish putting on muscle was that easy,” she says in a post.

She Started Her Journey with “Cardio and Abs”

Alex recommends starting small before working your way up to heavy weights. “I feel my strongest when I’m lowering my barbell to the ground or holding 45lb plates in each hand 😅but I did start at the gym doing cardio and abs. Eventually made my way to lifting and never looked back!!” she captioned a post.

Related: Benchmark Your Progress with Our Lean Body Mass Calculator

She Doesn’t Rush Through Her Workouts

Alex recommends taking your time when working out. “Take your workouts to the next level 😮‍💨 It’s easy to rush through a workout, but keep things controlled! Don’t let yourself go on autopilot when you’re lifting. Focus on that mind to muscle connection!” she wrote in a post, adding that you should not give up and instead, “push for that extra 1 or 2 reps,” and “do the exercises that are hard for you. It’s ok to fail, but how will you progress if you don’t keep trying!” she says.

Related: #1 Trick to Feel Full, Energized and Satisfied While Eating Food You Love, According to Nutritionist

Here Is Her Upper Body Workout

In her recent post, Alex shares an upper body workout. “We’re focusing on boulder shoulders, chest, and triceps! You can do this one at the gym or at home, let’s gooooo,” she writes in the caption.

FULL WORKOUT:

  • 1a. Push Ups 4 sets | 10-12 reps *last set to failure*
  • 2a. DB Seated Shoulder Press 3 sets | 6-8 reps
  • 3a. Alt. Chest Press 3 sets | 8-10 (each) reps
  • 4a. OH single arm Tricep Extensions 3 sets | 10-12 reps

FINISHER:

  • 5a. Plate Twists 3 sets | 30 sec
  • 5b. ISO Hold Shoulder Press 3 sets | 30 sec

💪🔥Body Booster: Don’t race through your workouts. Going slow and focusing on form can be just as effective – if not more – than going at a faster pace.

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Do you need to get a workout but don’t feel like going to the gym? Doing a quick but effective at-home workout can be a game changer for anyone trying to lose weight – especially a beginner. Personal trainer Nicole Winter focuses on “beginner fitness,” sharing easy, at-home workouts with her hundreds of thousands of followers. “Busy gym? Working from home? Beginner? Must try lower body burn,” one of her recent videos reads. The best thing is, all you need is “one dumbbell, minimal space, and you’re good to go,” she says. Here is the workout – and a few of her other fitness tips.


Here Is Her Lower Body Workout

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“Do this workout circuit one movement after the next with minimal rest,” Nicole says. She recommends four to five rounds total, with 60 to 90 seconds between each round.

  1. RDL x 12
  2. Squat to jump squat x 10 (squat to jump counts as one rep)
  3. Ice skaters x 16
  4. Alternating lateral lunge x 16 (8 reps per leg)
  5. Split squat x 10 (do 10 reps on the right and then follow up with 10 on the left)

Have a Plan

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Nicole recommends having a workout plan for the week ahead. “When I was new to the gym my biggest struggle was feeling overwhelmed when I went in without a plan.. add a busy gym on top of that and 😮‍💨🥴🫠. Having a plan for what to do makes the world of a difference so I hope this can help!” she wrote in an Instagram post.

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

Don’t Overcomplicate Exercise

In another post, she recommends keeping it simple when it comes to exercise. “Pretty much just a reminder for myself 🤣. STOP OVERCOMPLICATING IT. Give yourself 30 minutes to prioritize your health and you’ll be amazed at what such a small portion of your day can do,” she writes.

Break From Your Routine on Occasion

It’s not the end of the world…”if you don’t stick to your usual workout schedule,” Nicole writes in a post. “85% of the time I’m all about the routine and keeping up with my ‘healthy’ habits but sometimes, something has GOT to give.” She adds that “sometimes the things we place a lot of weight on aren’t actually all that serious in the grand scheme of things 🙌🏼 i know I’m not practicing what i preach, and yes absolutely runners should still prioritize strength, but it’s okay to not be perfect 100% of the time.”

RELATED: 11 Ways to Eat For Your Best Body After 40

Exercise on Vacation

Nicole is regularly asked if she works out on vacation. “The short answer: yes!!! 💪🏼🌴 The long answer.. i workout on vacation IF i want to, not because i feel like i have to. it feels good to keep a routine and I genuinely enjoy exercising.. so if i can squeeze in a quick workout on my trip and enjoy the hotel gym then heck yes im gonna do it,” she revealed in a post.

💪🔥Body Booster: Even if you only have 15 minutes at-home, try and slip in a workout. Doing a short but effective set can help you achieve your goals.

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Are you trying to lose weight? Keep it simple, says an expert. Riva Siggins is an online coach who “loves food and movement.” She regularly shares tips on the best ways to burn fat and build muscle with her hundreds of thousands of followers. In a recent post she shares “5 simple tips” to burn fat and lose weight. “These tips may sound simple, but often, fat loss is overly complicated. Nail the basics, and you’ll get results,” she says.

Make Protein Your “Best Friend”

Her first tip is to )make protein your best friend. “Not only will it help you retain more muscle as you lose body fat which will contribute to a leaner physique but it is also the most filling macronutrient so will be sticking to a deficit easier,” she said. “Utilise lean protein sources as well such as chicken breast, beef mince, turkey means and white fish.”

RELATED:30 Best Protein Foods That Melt Fat Almost Instantly

Get Enough Sleep

Next, “stop underestimating how important sleep is,” she writes. “Lack of sleep can increase hunger as your hormones ghrelin and leptin which send signals to your brain telling you when you’re hungry/satiated don’t work as efficiently when you’re sleep deprived and this can result in your feeling hungrier, food focus being higher and more cravings which can make sticking to a deficit a LOT harder.”

Do Cardio Plus Weight Training

Next, she recommends prioritizing weight training while utilizing cardio “as a tool instead of solely doing cardio,” she says. “Weight training will help you maintain more muscle so as you drop body fat you won’t just get smaller and flatter, you’ll maintain shape and have a lean, strong looking physique. Cardio can be utilized to help increase your output but if you just do cardio you’ll lose a lot of muscle which you don’t want.”

Eat Whole Foods

When it comes to diet, prioritize whole foods. “200 calories of potatoes is going to give you a lot more volume compared to 200 calories or chocolate, include the foods you enjoy in moderation of course as this’ll help you stick to it but if you’re sensible with your food selection you’re going to feel like you’re eating a lot and by prioritizing food sources such as complex carbs, lean protein and fruit/veg you will be left feeling fuller for longer too,” she says.

Take Things One Day at a Time

Tip five is to take things one day at a time. “If you go over your calories or have a day where you fall off track so what? Just pick yourself up a go day, it isn’t about perfection every day it’s about consistency over time,” she writes.

RELATED:10-Min Walking Workout Burns Fat at Home, Says Coach

Dial in Your Nutrition

In another post, she offers more tips. One thing she did was dial into her nutrition more than ever. “Around 90% of my calories come from whole foods and I feel so energised, I’m able to push harder in my sessions because I’m fuelling correctly, I’m not having energy dips throughout and I’m recovering well,” she says.

She Started Drinking Less Alcohol

She also started drinking less alcohol. “For the last few years I’ve not been a big drinker but even more so recently, I don’t know when I’ll drink again because I can have such a good time socially without it so I’ll only drink alcohol if I feel it will enhance the experience and there’s very few times I feel like that nowadays,” she writes.

EMOMs and AMRAPs

She also changed her training approach. While “the foundation of my training stays the same eg my strength work as progressive overload is key but I have different conditioning finishers each week from EMOMs and AMRAPs to threshold sessions and timed rounds, this is to test my aerobic and anaerobic capacity in different ways,” she says.

RELATED:17 Pre-Meal Foods That Burn Fat Like Ozempic, According to an Expert

Prioritizing Herself

“I am prioritizing me more than ever before,” she continues. “I’m not afraid to say no to plans if I need time to rest, I’m not worried about people thinking I’m boring or saying yes to things to be a people pleaser. I’ve found a perfect balance with training hard, recharging and doing things that make me feel good in my spare time so I’m not burnt out or constantly feeling tired.”

Water

She also says that water has “become an absolute non-negotiable” in her plan. “4l of water a day,” she says. “I need to perform and recover my best.” And if you enjoyed this article, don't missthese 8 High-Protein Foods with Nearly Zero Calories That Melt Fat.

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Do you want to eat your way to a slimmer waistline? Mateo Ruperti is a fat loss coach who helps “busy people lose 20 lbs in 90 days” with his LWM Blueprint. In a new post, he shares fruits that will help you burn fat faster. “10 fruits you should start eating to lose belly fat,” he writes. “No certain food is going to make you lose weight on its own, but these fruits helped me stay in a caloric deficit, which promoted fat loss. Fruits are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your fat loss goals,” he says.

Berries

Berries – including strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries – are great for fat-burning. “Packed with antioxidants and fiber, they help boost metabolism and reduce belly fat,” he says.

Apples

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Next on his list is apples. “High in fiber, apples keep you full and curb overeating, helping with fat loss,” he says.

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Grapefruit

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Also stock up on grapefruit. “Known for its fat-burning properties, grapefruit can lower insulin levels and promote fat loss,” he says.

Avocados

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It’s no surprise that avocados made his list of fat-burning fruit. “Full of healthy fats, avocados keep you satisfied and support fat metabolism,” he writes.

Pineapple

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Pineapple is not only sweet and delicious, it can help you lose weight. “Contains bromelain, an enzyme that can aid digestion and reduce bloating,” he writes.

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Kiwi

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Kiwi is another tropical fruit with fat-burning powers. “High in vitamin C and fiber, kiwis help reduce belly fat and improve digestion,” he says, calling it the “cheat code.”

Watermelon

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Watermelon is sweet and will help you slim down. “With high water content, it keeps you hydrated and helps control hunger,” he says.

Peaches

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Add peaches to your shopping cart for weight loss benefits. “Full of fiber and low in calories, peaches help reduce fat while satisfying your sweet cravings,” he says.

Papaya

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Another great fruit for fat loss? Papaya. “Contains enzymes that help with digestion and can reduce bloating,” he says.

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Oranges

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The last fruit for weight loss? Oranges. “Rich in vitamin C, oranges can boost metabolism and support fat burning,” he says.

Add Them to Your List

Add these to your shopping list and lose weight fast. “These fruits helped me stay on track with my nutrition and fat loss goals—try adding them to your routine to stay on top of your progress!” he writes. And if you enjoyed this article, don't missthese 8 High-Protein Foods with Nearly Zero Calories That Melt Fat.

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Are you struggling to lose weight? Your body might be holding onto fat instead of burning it. Emily Ogan is an Advanced Macro and Hormone Specialist. “I help busy women find balance + results,” she writes in her Instagram bio. In a new social media post, she reveals that a key reason you could be failing at weight loss is that your body isn’t in fat-burning mode. “Here’s the truth: Your body isn’t in fat-burning mode—it’s stuck in fat-storing mode,” she writes.

HIgh Intensity Workouts and Undereating Could Be Throwing Off Your Hormones

“High-intensity workouts and undereating can spike your cortisol (stress hormone), throw off your hormones, and tell your body to cling to fat—especially around your belly. To switch to fat-burning mode, you need to work with your body, not against it,” she says, explaining how to do it.

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First, Ditch Endless Cardio and Bootcamps

The first thing she recommonds? “Ditch the endless cardio and bootcamp workouts. While they might feel productive, they can elevate cortisol levels and keep your body in stress mode. This significantly stalls your fat loss,” she says.

Second, Strength Train

“Focus on strength training instead,” she continues. ”Building muscle not only tones your body but also boosts your metabolism so you burn more calories all day long—even while you’re resting. Strength training is the key to lasting fat loss after 35.”

Third, Don’t Starve Your Body

And third, “Stop starving your body,” she says. “Skipping meals or drastically cutting calories tanks your metabolism and leaves your body with no fuel to function. This survival mode makes it even harder to lose weight.”

Strength Train Three Times a Week

The Solution? “Swap the bootcamp and cardio-heavy classes for 3-4 strength training sessions per week,” she says.

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And, Fuel Your Body with Protein, Fiber, and Healthy Carbs

You also need to make adjustments to your diet. “Fuel your body with protein, fiber, and healthy carbs at every meal- and be sure you’re eating ENOUGH to rev your metabolism and get you into fat burning mode,” she said.

Finally, Be Consistent

And last but not least, stick to it. “Focus on consistency—not extremes—to reset your metabolism and hormones,” she writes.

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Wake Up Earlier

In another post, she reveals more habits to shape up fast, starting with waking up earlier. “Set your day off on the right foot by giving yourself time to create a non-stressful morning,” she suggests. “Whether you wake up early to workout or not- this was probably the biggest shift that made the biggest difference for me.”

Hydrate

She also recommends prioritizing hydration. “Hydrate with electrolytes,” she recommends. “It all starts with a hydrated system. Electrolytes help your system function optimally, balance hormones, and curb sugar cravings.”

Walk More

Also, amp up your steps. “Walking is the most accessible and effective form of exercise. Aim for 8-10k steps a day- ideally getting your dose of vitamin D while you’re at it- and you’ll take fat burning to the next level,” she writes.

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Track Your Macros

Macro tracking is also important. “Learn what your food is made up of, and the right balance of macros that your unique body needs to be able to thrive and get results,” she says. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.