what do you have to lose?
As a trainer there is no greater feeling than taking the “after” photo of a client. These women work hard! They know that just coming to my class three times a week for a workout is not going to give them the body they dream of. Diet is essential in weight loss. There’s no way getting around that.
Let me mention that my tips and tricks will most likely not be the same as another trainer. We all have our own opinions and views and that’s okay. The tips below are what each of the women featured did and found huge success with.
- Record your food. Every day. Not to an app on your phone or in a journal. Record and report your food intake to another person. I encourage my clients to text me everything they eat. EVERYTHING. Not only does it allow me to give suggestions for healthier choices but more importantly so they can hold themselves accountable. Find a friend and start texting!
- No carbs past 3pm. That includes fruit. Stick with protein and veggies after 3pm.
- No food past 6pm on weekdays and 7pm on weekends. Doesn’t matter if you go to bed at 10pm or 1am. Not even one almond, or a single grape. Nothing! You will be starving the first week and hold a grudge towards your husband as he eats in bed next to you, but don’t cave! You will see and feel HUGE results from this. Promise.
- Most important tip, DO NOT get on the scale for 3 weeks. It’s natural when you start changing your eating habits to want to see results right away. That’s not reality. If you get on the scale and don’t see a change within a few days, especially when you really want that ice cream, it’s easy to give up. So get on today, record your weight(maybe to the texting friend), stick to the above plan, then weigh yourself again 3 weeks from now.
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Question… what can you eat before 3pm? Do you have specifics or do we try to eat healthy? Thanks!
Lisa…fyi these are some of the best tips I’ve heard for a while. I’m ready for more. I need to drop it like it’s hot and drop it yesterday. Tell me what to do…xoxo
So I’m guessing no alcohol? 🙂
What is your recommendation for those that work out in the afternoons? I get to the gym around 5/6. I always eat after.
I would love more information on your classes and/or training fees. Please email me @bekden@icloud.com. Thanks!!!
Wow, these ladies look AWESOME!! Thank you so much for the great tips. I had my first baby 9 weeks ago and can’t wait to get back down to my pre-pregnancy weight. Not to mention tighten up those stretched out abs. =P I came across your blog through a friend’s blog and hope you don’t mind if I email you for info on your classes. Thanks! =)
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Strange… “Jill” just wrote exactly what I was going to write! Maybe we should be reporting our food to each other 🙂
This sounds so hard, and so right. I am going to do it. Thanks for the inspiration. Now to see which friend won’t mind my insane texts.
Thanks Lisa!
I posted this on our FB Biggest Loser page. The pictures are very motivating and I love your tips! Can’t wait to hear more!
What do you do differently once you have reached your goal weight and need to maintain?
Thanks for the advice!!! I just had baby #4 and am sooooo ready to get my body back… only a way better body!! Love these tips!!
Thank you. I will offer plenty of tips along the way.
Awesome advice. I so wish I had the willpower to say no to that bowl of ice cream and Emily’s hot fudge sauce as a reward after the kids are in bed! You are awesome! Keep up the good work.
Aw, wish u lived in Austin, Tx….letting your clients text/email you is awesome!!! U rock and those women look fab!!!
Thank you Brandi!
Oh how I wish you lived closer to me!! lol Just had baby #2 (she’s 5 weeks old) and I am so uncomfortable in my body. I need someone to push and motivated me!! The eating part is easy for me its the working out part. Please keep the fitness advice coming and thank you for the tips!!
You’re very welcome. Lots more to come.
Do you train old 60 year olds like me? I would like to get some information from you. I live in Phoenix area.
Bonnie, email me lisafharris43@gmail.com
Thanks!
I love this! What would you recommend for a family who works 9-6? Still no eating after 6? Would love some help with that one!!!
I most certainly will!! Thank you for the motivation I needed!!!
58lbs in 10 months? That is incredible. You should be very proud of yourself. Shoot for 630 or 645 for 3 weeks and let me know how you do.
I can totally appreciate these words of advice!! And I know they’ll work! But how do I feed my family is what I’m wondering since we all don’t get home til 6. I may just have to adjust the time on this one. I’m trying desperately to loose the last 5 lbs from my pregnancy (already lost 58 in 10 months!). Thank you sooo much for your inspiration!
That’s a great question that I hear often. When you are jump starting a program, you need to be STRICT until you get to a weight that you can maintain. So, yes, try to plan ahead and eat before 6 even if it’s in the car or on the go. It’s tough and you won’t have to do this forever, but to get results you need to drastically change what you are currently doing. Obviously, there will be times when you’ve lost track of time and before you know it, it’s 7 and still haven’t had dinner. I’ve had to set the alarm on my phone before so I can stay on track best I can. Give it a shot and let me know how it goes. Thanks!
I too have been waiting for a fitness post from you! If only we lived closer. Maybe I can just move down there for a month and join your classes. This is a great first step. You don’t mind if I email you my food journals, right?! 😉
Yes! How about if we trade your Nike discount for a food journal?:) Miss you guys. xox
Will you do food tips what to eat during the day?? Would Love your advice! Your body is amazing! Help a sister out 🙂
I will absolutely continue to do more fitness posts. Thanks for your kind words.
Do you have any workout tips? I’m post baby and trying to figure out where to start with my workouts. How much do you charge for your training? Thanks, Kathryn
Kathryn, you can email me at lisafharris43@gmail for info on my classes. Thanks so much.
Yay-I’ve been waiting for you to do a diet/fitness post! I think working out is the easy part. Food is a struggle for me some days. These are great tips. Thanks!
You’re awesome Carlie! Thanks. Maybe I should have you to a fitness competition post:)
wish i lived closer for after this baby!! but you gave me a few of those tips after noah and i lost 28lbs. in 8 weeks, so even though i have to work out by myself ;), those tips really do work!! and those ladies look AMAZING!
stacie rogers
Stacie, thank you. They REALLY do work if you’re wiling to be dedicated. So awesome that you dropped 28 in 8! Thanks again, Lisa
I can’t wait for you to train me!