Week 112

QUIZ:

  Which one is better for fat loss?
A: High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
B: Longer endurance cardio sessions

(This was a trick question because I believe a combination of both is necessary to achieve the thin look you desire. HIIT is very taxing on your body in a good way, increasing your metabolism. But longer cardio sessions help train your fat cells to store less and to shrink so I really think you gotta do both. At least one each per week.)

Which diet is best for ultimate fat loss?
A: High-Protein/ Low-Carb
B: Moderate -Protein/ Moderate- Carb

(I believe that eating a low-carb diet not only depletes energy, makes you irritable but you have to eat tons of protein to perserve muscle. If not, your body will break down muscle not fat to survive- that's hard for this girl- leaving you with a softer look. No thank you!)

True or False? A diet with at least 30 grams of fiber a day will keep you trim?

(Duh! That's a no-brainer)

Which one would you eat for breakfast?:
A: A bowl of oatmeal with raisins and a sprinkle of cinnamon, a few chopped almonds and a drizzle of honey.
B: 2 eggs, 2 strips of bacon and a piece of toast

(If you went with A you'll probably be hungry in an hour or so and be ready for more food. Eating a higher-calorie breakfast including good quality protein will rev your metabolism and keep you satisfied longer.)

Is it better to workout in the morning, afternoon or evening?

(Get it in whenever you can get it in!!!! Also, doing little spurts throughout the day can be just as effective as a continuous session.)

True or False? A super high-calorie "naughty" meal will wreck your hard work?

(False-Splurging once a week will not only get your metabolism going, but it's good for you mentally as well. Being able to relax and enjoy your favorite foods in moderation will help you keep clean the rest of the time.)

Which activity is best for a lean, cut body?
A: Cardio
B: Weight-Training

(Yep B.  Doing resistance training will sculpt your muscles and make you leaner.  Plus the more muscle you have, the more calories you burn at rest.  Furthermore, when you do only cardio, your body will just get smaller.  That may sound good but wouldn't you rather have tight legs and buns? And chiseled abs and arms?  Me too! That's why you need to pump the iron.  Here again, I think a combination of cardio and weights are key.)

WEIGHT:121.4
WORKOUT:
Monday- 6 mile run outside (8.45 pace-slow and hard because I ate my life away the night before:(
Tuesday-Core Synergistics
Wednesday-Temple Run!!! (14 miles-8.55 pace)
Thursday-Full body circuit (50 minutes)
Friday-Yoga
Saturday-Armageddon Workout (50 minutes) 2 mile run at 8.0-9.0)