I have had tons of questions recently about what I am doing to stay fit and in shape. And i'll just start off by saying I am no where NEAR my goal. But I am working hard and hopefully I can get there soon.

I work out 6 days a week and eat CLEAN 6 days a week as well. Sunday is my rest day as well as my cheat day (but cheat day doesn't mean eat everything sugary or unhealthy in sight!!) Everything is good in moderation.

When I go to the gym... ladies... I LIFT WEIGHT! Do not be afraid of the weights (and i'm not talking about the 5lb dumbbells) I lift heavy. It makes me feel strong and powerful. And I am not huge or manly. Lifting weight will not make you look like a man, it will make you look fit and sexy, and there is nothing wrong with that. I can bench and squat more than my body weight.. doesn't mean I am manly, just strong!

I focus on 1-2 muscle groups a day:
Monday- Back
Tuesday- Biceps and Triceps
Wednesday- Legs and Glutes
Thursday- Shoulders
Friday- Back
Saturday- Legs
(I work core every single day)

You will learn something about me through this blog... I hate cardio... But I am trying to get better at it. You SHOULD be doing roughly 30 minutes of cardio after every one of your workouts. This is something I am trying to be better at, but like everything else, it's a work and progress.

Working out is extremely important, but your workouts will basically be pointless if you aren't eating healthy. Getting in shape and loosing weight will come from a combination of eating clean and working out HARD. Achieving your goal is 80% eating and 20% gym. Another thing, weight means nothing! I always say mirrors are better than scales! If you look good and feel good then your weight should not matter!

Eating clean: is trying to stay away from any processed foods, maintain a low sugar intake, whole grains, little to no sodium, lots of vegetables, and protein (especially if you are working out). Try to stay away from eating out, try and cook at home so you know what is going into your body.

Before I workout I eat  about 30 minutes before and drink a pre-workout.
After my workout I have a protein shake. 
*You have to have SOME form of protein after you workout!!!! That is how you get stronger.
*Also, you have to eat before you workout or you risk passing out or throwing up... neither of which are fun.

Hopefully this is helpful. If you have ANY questions you can email me. 
kthuish2@gmail.com


Now get up and MOVE!

Katie