With summer right around the corner, that "summer bod" is knocking at everyone's door. Just because bikini season is finally here, it does not mean you have to put the pizza down and resort to kale chips. There are so many simple and easy things to do through the summer and start now to feel great and look great without always saying, " I am going to start my diet tomorrow."
1. Change up your workout
Enjoy running near the lake on a beautiful day or take a bike ride around the city. Changing your workout is essentially keeping your body in shape. Yeah, running is great, but using the elliptical or bike is also great in order to target different muscles to tone and shape! Also, never forget to constantly stretch.
2. Lemon water
Water, water, water! Water is the key to basically everything. It's calm and refreshing, especially in the hot summer sun, so why not spice up your water with throwing in a few lemons? Lemon water is one of the best ways to keep your body hydrated and flush out any bad toxins. It also is great for your skin and boosts your immune system to keep you looking great all summer long.
3. Cut out that pop
Stop drinking pop. Stop using it in your drinks or as chasers. Pop is one of the simplest things to cut out of your summer routine in order to stay fit and healthy. Substitute pop for either a juice or even a sports drink.
4. Lessen the carbs and dairy but DO NOT cut them out completely
Eat bread and eat your feta cheese, but do not have them every day. Eat them and watch yourself. I love them just as much as the next person, but just having them less can have a huge impact on your diet and you will see results immediately.
5. Green tea
Green tea is one of the best ways to boost your metabolism and stay healthy. Drink it in the morning or before bed but, either way, it will do your body justice. Green tea has so many benefits even more than lemon water. I suggest to drink at least one cup a day and you will see great energetic results soon.
6. Moderate your drinking
Even your day drinking and night festivities but pace yourself. Drink water in between drinks or chose drinks with fewer calories. Like stated above avoid drinks with pop and sugary mixers. Keep hydrated and enjoy that mimosa.
So enjoy that ballpark hotdog and that ice-cream cone. Keep indulging in your favorite things and make these healthy tactics apart of your everyday life and you will be good to go. So wear that bikini and feel great. Enjoy the sun and the heat. Have a great summer and start it off right with feeling great about yourself.
