Did you ever want to look like those stunning models frolicking along lush beaches gathering all attention? But then, were you again disappointed because you feel such a ‘beach body’ is unattainable for you? Well, whether it is washboard abs or sculpted legs that you want to have, nothing is impossible!
And especially when you are on a ‘beach body’ diet, having that slim and appealing figure can become a reality! Can’t wait to know what this beach body diet is all about, can you? Then delay no more and go ahead with this post!
It is important to eat several small meals per day so as to boost your metabolism and keep you energized throughout the many difficult workouts. Proteins are the main component of muscle tissue, and in order to build muscle, increase the intake of foods high in protein. Your diet should consist of a variety of protein sources, fresh vegetables and essential fatty acids. Combine protein and fat-burning super-foods in order to lose the fat and build muscle tissue.
This diet is designed to regulate blood-sugar levels and hence, is low in carbohydrate intake. Although, you should not eliminate carbohydrates from your diet. Moderate amount of carbohydrates (such as whole-wheat bread) is needed to fuel energy for high-intensity and anaerobic-based training.
Cantaloupe or sweet melon, grapefruit, lemon, blueberries, spinach, cucumber, broccoli, pear, banana, Romaine lettuce, tomato, carrot, radish, beans, celery, peas, cauliflower, onion and pepper (green, yellow and red)
Eggs, non-fat yogurt, low-fat cheese, low-fat milk, cottage cheese, soya and tofu
Chicken breasts, salmon and water-packed tuna
Steel-cut oats, whole-wheat bread, brown rice and unsalted almonds
Simple sugars and complex carbohydrates have a high glycemic index. The higher the glycemic index, the faster the sugar gets released into the bloodstream, and the more likely it is to be stored as fat. Avoid or eliminate food products that have a high glycemic index. Avoid foods like biscuits, chips, cakes, white bread, fizzy drinks, canned fruit juices, fried food, cake, candy and other processed food.
Here is a sample beach body diet menu that you can use to shed the fat. The important thing to remember is that you should opt for foods with a low glycemic index that will keep your blood sugar levels stable and balanced.
Breakfast:
1 cup of warm water with 1 fresh slice of lemon, 1 cup plain non-fat yogurt with ½ cup blueberries and almonds.
Mid-Morning Snack:
1 slice whole-wheat bread with almond butter
Lunch:
Tuna salad with beans and chopped radishes, celery and cucumber, topped with 1 tablespoon olive oil and lemon dressing.
Evening Snack:
¼ cantaloupe, 12 almonds
Dinner:
Baked salmon fillet and 2 cups steamed vegetables (broccoli, carrot, cauliflower)
Breakfast:
1 cup of warm water with 1 fresh slice of lemon, omelette made with 2 egg whites (add garlic, onion and tomatoes)
Mid-Morning Snack:
12 almonds, 1 pear
Lunch:
Baked salmon fillet with romaine lettuce, tomato, radishes, onion and celery. Seasoned with olive oil and black pepper
Evening Snack:
1 cup veggies (carrot, celery, broccoli) with ¼ cup hummus
Dinner:
Baked chicken breast, ½ cup brown rice and steamed vegetables (peas, beans)
Hope this two-day diet menu will help you follow a better diet to stay fit, and attain that dream body you had always wanted. Do try the Beach Body diet and let us know how it worked out for you! Share your valuable thoughts with us in the comments section right below!