Congratulations!
By now you should be experiencing some
pretty incredible results in both your physique and how you feel. Remember day
one? I sure do. Your body fat is probably at it’s all-time lowest, and your
overall fitness is through the roof. Feeling like you can win this FXB 10 week
challenge? That is the attitude! Remember that this is a lifestyle and you
have been living it for the past 10 weeks! But before you go and snap that
winning “after” shot, use our advice on how to make your after photo the most
impressive. And no, it does not involve Photoshop!
Here are a few ways to get the best after photo:
Now is the
time to really drop carbs. Because of the FXB eating plan, you’re already
eating a lower-carb diet. However, the last few days before your photo shoot
day, it’s time to really cut carbs in an effort to deplete your body’s glycogen
levels. Glycogen is a fancy name for what carbs get converted to when you eat
them. They are stored in your muscles for doing right rounds, chasing busy
kids, and even used when opening a bottle of wine…..just saying! Whether it’s the starch from bread and
potatoes, or the sugars in fruits, your body converts these carbs into the
sugar, glucose. Glucose can be burned for immediate fuel, and it can be stored
in muscles and the liver for later use. To store glucose, the body connects
glucose molecules into a long chain, known as glycogen.
When you reduce the amount of carbs you are eating, your
body responds by burning fat for fuel. This is exactly what we want to be
burning! Also it is very important to reduce the amount of sodium that you are
taking in. Many processed foods and seasonings are loaded with sodium so watch for
that! Drink lots of water, and I mean lots, this will reduce the retention of
water in your body and help get rid of any bloat you may be feeling. Then as
you get closer to the final day cut back on water a little and you will be
feeling great!
So... Saturday is the big day! Get a good night’s sleep and remember
to relax. You have worked so hard and we are so proud of each and every FXB Member. You have just accomplished your first step in gaining better health and
living at level 10! But, the journey is not over. Did you know that almost all
of our 10-weekers stay on and become FIT members?
On behalf of the entire FXB team and all of the FIT Members,
we are truly honored that you have become part of FXB, and I want to personally
invite you to become one of our FIT
family. Life is beautiful and meant to be enjoyed in a fit and healthy
body. You have taken the first step by becoming a 10-weeker, now we encourage
you to become FIT Members. Just wait and
see what another 10 weeks can do for your mind, body and soul.
You are strong, you are…..FXB!
--Amy
.JPG)
