How Can I Get A Six-Pack?
People are constantly asking me, “how can I get a six-pack?” or “how many crunches should I do per day for ripped abs?” Few people, however, ask me what foods should they be eating to get a sexy six-pack.
Well, I could answer: “Ok, so you need to do a million crunches...oh and please make sure you add some weight as well”. But what if I tell you instead: “if you want shredded abs, your diet is crucial”. It doesn’t matter how many crunches and Russian twists you do, and or if you are a master at doing leg raises, the truth is that if you don’t eat the proper foods, it's unlikely you'll be able to show off those sexy abs.
With that said, I have put a list of foods that will help you show off those abs; and perhaps they’ll knock off a few of those reps as well. ;-)
List Of The Best Foods To Eat To Get A
Six-Pack!
1. Broccoli is a low-calorie food that’s packed with fiber, which will fill you up and help you to lose weight, according to research from the US Department of Health & Human Services.
2. Cinnamon can help to blunt insulin response in the body, stopping you from storing fat, says an American study.
3. Cheddar is a good source of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which helps you to lose weight and build muscle, a Swedish study found.
4. Mushrooms are a great low-calorie way to add bulk to stews and pasta sauces, according to American research.
5. Sweet potatoes are a low-GI food and research from the US found they don’t promote fat storage by causing your insulin levels to spike, unlike normal potatoes.
6. Apples contain antioxidant polyphenols, which help to prevent your body from storing fat, according to a German study.
7. Green tea contains molecules called catechism, which have thermogenic properties and improve metabolism, a study published in the Chinese Journal Of Integrative Medicine found.
8. Chilli peppers are a great source of capsaicin, which helps to ramp up your metabolism, says a study in the American Journal Of Clinical Nutrition.
9. Blueberries can help to inhibit the formation of new fat cells by altering lipid metabolism, according to research from the Texas Woman’s University.
10. Grapefruit contains chemicals that reduce insulin levels, which in turn can cause increased metabolism, American research discovered.
11. Sources of Lean Protein: Pork, Lamb, Duck, Turkey, Beef, and Tuna
12. Milk contains a protein called lactium, which helps reduce cortisol and lower blood pressure, according to a number of studies.
13. Oats are rich in carbohydrates, which boost serotonin levels in the brain and create a calming effect, according to research from Indiana University East.
14. Oranges contain high levels of vitamin C, which can help to reduce levels of stress hormones in the blood, American research has found.
15. Walnuts are high in fiber, antioxidants and unsaturated fatty acids, all of which can help to lower blood pressure and stress levels, says research from Penn State University.
16. Salmon is a great source of magnesium, which helps to control cortisol levels, according to the Capital Region Medical Center in the US.
Everyone has abs, but you won’t be able to see them if they’re hidden beneath a layer of fat. These will help you burn it off!
Step one: Burn fat
The best way to achieve this is by growing muscle. The more muscle you have the more calories you will burn, which would equal to less Fat, simple!
Step two: Boost your metabolism
This will cause your body to burn more calories, helping to make you lean and expose your abs. A good way to speed up your metabolism is by having small meal portions every two to three hours, and drinking a lot of green tea.
Step three: Eat meat for protein
Eating plenty of protein is crucial if you want to build your abdominal muscles.
Step four: Cycle your protein
Varying your protein sources will give you a wider range of nutritional benefits. Here are some of the best non-meat sources:
- Parmesan
- Pumpkin seeds
- Eggs
- Peanuts
- Soybeans
Step five: Reduce stress
Stress raises levels of the hormone cortisol, leading to fat storage – especially in the crucial waist area
Step Six: Do a variety of Abs Workouts
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