Everyone has a 6-pack, and it's up to your diet to show them. The shape of your abs will be dependent on your genetics and shape of your torso. Some women have more obliques, and others have a more prominent midsection with defined blocks. To lose weight, you need to be in a calorie deficit. Calories in versus calories out. You can create this through tracking macros or through a meal plan.
2. Ditch the Treadmill
Running is great, but your primary goal should be lifting, especially compound lifting. Make lifting your main focus with cardio as an additional way to burn excess fat. You should not be living on a treadmill though to reach your goals.
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3. Do More Squats and Deadlifts
We all know they are great for the booty but they also work your abs as well. Double win! Make sure to brace your core during the move to really engage them.
Bonus tip: A standing overhead shoulder press is also king of the core.
4. Learn Protein is Your Friend
Not only does protein help you build muscle, it also helps keeps you full which prevents overeating.
Bonus tip: With protein intake high, make sure you are getting fiber too!
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5. Eat Your Veggies
Veggies are amazing for anyone trying to lose weight. They fill you up, provide lots of important nutrients, and the best part: they are low in calories and will help you hit those fiber goals. Fiber will help regulate the gut which will lead to less bloat and a flatter stomach.
Bonus tip: Shoot for at least 20g of fiber a day.
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6. Compare Body Fat Percentage Over Body Weight
Instead of looking at your body weight for progress, consider tracking body fat percentage. Women with a BF% of less than 18% will really start to notice their core! Keep in mind we all hold our weight differently. However, a lower BF% will show more lines on your physique.
7. Find Accountability
This goes for any goal you set out for yourself. Instagram is a great place to share your physique goals to like minded individuals. Check in with yourself weekly, take progress pictures and record your progress.
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8. Take Pictures
Take weekly progress pictures. The scale might not show much progress, but pictures each week can show more and more definition.
Bonus tip: ACBikinis posing suits are a great way to show off your physique and get accurate, consistent progress photos. Also, with all the fun patterns to choose from, you can get a different one to track each prep and compare later on.
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9. But Really: Focus on Your Diet!
This one deserves two tips because of the importance of diet. If you're not seeing progress or struggling with your diet, hiring a coach will help tremendously. Finding a reputable coach can give you the necessary steps to reach your physique goals based on your body. E-mail nicole@nicoleferrierfitness.com, or go to www.nicoleferrierfitness.com for more coaching info to get the accountability you need.
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