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Me Fat vs. Now – How I used to think

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My aim with this post is to help you shorten your pain and frustration if you are in any,

while you are trying to ‘get healthy’ or ‘lose weight’.

Here we go;

As soon as my eyes were open in the morning this is what Id’ think;

  • THEN: I can’t believe I’m this fat, I should know what to do to change, I’m a personal trainer 🙁

insert picture here of someone squeezing their fat and having a very sad face 🙁

  • NOW: I am so grateful for this little healthy girl who’s just woken me up… and I’m also grateful for… x, y, z. (the list changes daily) – Sometimes I still have to fight off the habit off squeezing any fat and saying negative things to myself, but I’m definitely winning that war. Distraction is a great thing.

NO I’m not saying I’m fat, but see how we all do our own heads in with this talk? – I’m similar to you, we are all a work in progress.

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  • THEN: It doesn’t matter that I eat this packet of raw cookie dough as I’m fat anyway and completely bored with my life.
  • NOW: I’m conscious of what I’m eating. I mostly follow ‘paleo’ eating (I have done for approx 12 years) although I sometimes add carbs like sweet potato, potato and some rice. Most importantly I’m mindful – and present, while I’m eating it… even when I do overdose on the odd family block of Kit Kat or Potato cakes.

See, I still have treats (or eat off the plan), often several times each week but it doesn’t happen as often as it used to – plus it makes me feel sick which is a real deterrent. And I just want to add, I don’t sit there and put myself down while I’m doing it, I enjoy it. I now think, oh well, this might disrupt my sleep and I’m going to feel a little ‘hung over’ from the food tomorrow so I just know that’s going to happen and the world won’t end (I also try not to make major life changing decisions on these days haha – as that’s how I ended up in Melbourne, coming from Sydney. I made a tired decision, long funny story that one).

OH ALSO A Damage Control Supplement Tip: I also take 2-3 fish oil (or borage seed oil) capsules immediately afterwards, AND 1 Green Tea capsule, so my blood sugar doesn’t spike too high and then crash (which leads to the growth of more fat cells, one feeling more ‘crap’ for want of a better technical term and not to mention a damaged pancreas).

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  • THEN: Just do functional exercise as it uses your whole body at once for more of a fat burning effect, and it’s great for stability and strength.
  • NOW: I’ve realised the more full body circuit / running / long cardio workouts I do, the tired-er I get. (This has only effected me post baby I might add, which is why I sometimes like to take it out of mumma’s weekly exercise routines when they are my clients). I’m not saying don’t EVER do them, I’m just saying listen to your body, it knows and maybe there’s no need to bash it into being how you want it.

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  • THEN: Who’s body is this?? I hate it!!… (I used to run into things with my hips for the first little while after I had my daughter, then I got used to being bigger – which was depressing in itself). I completely disrespected myself and I thought that if I bashed myself up enough that would lead to me finally getting my size 10 body back post baby. But 4 Years after having her I was still close to 90 kg and a size 16-18 🙁
  • NOW: I’m stuck with this body for life, I will nourish it, respect it and damn well get it to do what I want by working with it, not pushing against it. Rather I need to develop patience.

I really had to let go of what I knew to be ‘the best way’ of exercising and eating and I had to try new things 🙂

It also helps that I have dived into, and I am incredibly grateful for, my work and the ability or career choice of making my life about helping other people, as soppy as that sounds. There’s nothing (that I’ve found) to be as effective to make you forget about your troubles as contributing to others and being around other people. So maybe you could get a cause bigger than yourself?

For a more detailed explanation of my post baby weight loss story, click to have a look at these videos I made here. They pretty much bare all.

Maybe you are not on a weight loss journey, maybe you are just on a ‘learn a new skill’ journey… I hope you can get something out of my story. I know I learnt to try new things rather than pushing crap up hill, so to speak.. by repeating old methods, day in day out, even though they weren’t working.

One simple example was that I had been exercising longer instead of smarter… To the detriment of my body as I got very,  very tired, (and all you mums out there know you can’t afford to work, run a house and have a sleep in the middle of the day).

Here’s the link to my post baby weight loss videos again.

For now, stop bashing yourself. Love yourself instead. Know that you WILL get there, where ever you are going.

You are already amazing xx

Want to get laid?

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I recently opened an email from a colleague of mine in which he said he knew why we all exercise and it’s glaringly obvious (to him), and it’s because we all want to get laid! He might not be far from the truth but I can’t believe someone said it!

When you think about deep down the reasons that you exercise do you honestly think it’s because you want to get laid?

I’m going to be sexist here… I do think men are highly motivated by money and sex (and only money ’cause it will get them more sex – or admiration and respect, and therefore have chicks wanting to sleep with them which pretty much means the same thing, no?)

So do we ALL (guys and girls) just want to get laid?

I know sometimes, (depending upon my mood) I find it offensive that that’s what guys think about all the time, but then sometimes I also think ‘the poor buggers’, ‘they can’t help it’. I guess it makes them kind of simple and easy to read, but therefore easy to please (the one you are in a relationship with anyway).

Too controversial for you? Have I hit a nerve? Aren’t I just telling the truth? Well why do you exercise…?

So why do I exercise?

..well to be honest of course I exercise to look great naked. (I have to say I do also exercise as it keeps me sane – Or slightly less psycho…haha). I don’t care how skinny you are, some people still don’t look any good in a bikini. You know it.

Now I’m not about being that critical of other peoples bodies I think all people (especially females) need and deserve to feel gorgeous naked and with clothes on. REGARDLESS of their size. Self esteem is soooo undervalued and so important in life, if you ask me.

Now, if you are a girl reading this I want you to know you can start to feel like that NOW!

Don’t wait until you have the perfect body (I’ll discuss the difference in my headspace of when I was fat vs. thin in the next email), but I can promise you that the biggest ‘leap’ forward you can take towards looking HOT naked is to change your mind set. NOW.

I know that may not sound logical or make sense but you really have to try and ‘get it’ if you don’t get it already. Confidence is incredibly attractive and you do lose 5 kg automatically when you stand up straight.

This new 28 day program of mine which covers exercise, nutrition and most importantly mindset should be called, ‘Look Hot Naked’ but instead it’s called 28 Days to rapid results’. Click this link to claim your spot and make the most of the rest of your January now www.28dayrapidresults.com

and I’ll see you on the lean, ‘Sexy’ side,

which could be in the next few minutes depending upon what you tell yourself 😉

This is one of the Major diet systems I use

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In my opinion, the Metabolic typing diet is the ‘diet to end all diets’ as it really works on uncovering your own digestive strengths. Here’s why I love it so much;

You see we are so fast to assume that we need to find the right diet, the final one that will work and last for us.

Many people and ‘diets’ overlook just how different two people are.  We all have our own metabolic profiles and digestive systems that run best on certain nutrients.diet image

Case in point: compare and contrast the diet of someone living in Africa with someone living in the Arctic. Both areas are home to humans who should require the same ‘healthy diet’ for living, but when look closer at what they actually eat to survive optimally, we see very different menus being utilized. Human beings digestive systems vary in length and therefore capabilities when it comes to being able to break down certain nutrients.

There is no such thing as a standard ‘healthy diet’.  What must be the focus is on eating natural foods that are right for you.

This is the premise of what the metabolic typing theory is all about. Identifying our differences. Let’s look further at the three metabolic types. Where do you fall? (Note: it often takes time to find out what you truly digest best.)

 

The Protein Type Diet

Do you feel hungry 24/7?  Always have a strong appetite and eat to go along with it? Are you either tired all the time or feel like you have quick bursts of energy that only leave you even more exhausted than before?

If so, there’s a good chance you’re the protein metabolic type. These individuals may also begin to experience strong cravings for sugar if they begin eating high carb foods and not enough of the protein foods that work well with their body.

Likewise, feast on high protein savoury (probably your favourite) but unhealthy choices such as sausages, pizza, chicken wings, or pepperoni and you won’t be any better off as you’ll be putting your health in harm’s way.

The solution to this?  You’ll want to eat a diet that focuses on healthy lean proteins like chicken, turkey, fish, and grass fed beef, and dark meats like chicken thigh are probably a favorite of yours. Adding to this moderate doses of healthy fats from nuts, seeds, avocado, oils, and fatty fish.  Keep carbs on the lower end, eating primarily only fruits and vegetables.

 

The Mixed Type Diet

The second type to know of is the mixed diet type. This individual is highly versatile and will feel good as long as they get a relatively even amount of proteins, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, coming from natural sources.

Eat too much of any one food and you’ll find your balance of energy and well-being gest thrown way off.

 

The Carbohydrate Type Diet

Finally, you have the carbohydrate metabolic type. These individuals are often naturally lean and can handle most carbohydrate rich foods very well.  If they eat too many of them though – particularly foods high in sugar, energy problems will occur.

You’ll do best eating three larger meals a day, and focusing on smaller snacks in between. Make sure that you do snack regularly however to avoid a sluggish metabolism due to waiting too long to eat.

Your meals should focus primarily on carbohydrate rich foods, adding smaller amounts of lower fat protein into the mix.

So as you can see, not all people are created equally. Having success with your nutrition plan is all about learning your own body and what works best for you. Not following some cookie-cutter diet and hoping for the best.  Although so long as you don’t cut calories for too long and can stick to something for long enough to see results… well its possible to find something that works for you.

 

I personally prefer to teach clients to listen to their body – it sends you messages each and every day and even after each meal. Then when you finally pay attention, weight loss and the ultimate in health will be yours.

Stay tuned for my up coming Ebook on the diet to end all diets.

Make sure you like my facebook page to stay ahead of the updates on that one https://www.facebook.com/katemartinpersonaltrainer

What other diets would you like my opinion on that you’ve heard about?

If you would like me to help you ‘find’ the right diet for you 😉 Or in other words, how you best digest food, drop me a line here

9 things I personally do to stay lean and feeling awesome

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Kate Martin11. I never (ok very, VERY rarely) tell myself I’m fat – anymore. I used to when I was post baby, but that’s another story. Never, ever, this is sooo critical to you getting what you want from your body. Try this – whenever you hear yourself say these things to yourself, you are honestly going to get more of it so stop, acknowledge what needs to be done, distract yourself from thinking like that and get on with it.

2. I try not to believe my own b.s. excuses..Trust me I have them. So does EVERYONE. But I also have many, many people in my life who call me on it.. as much as I dislike it sometimes, they are often right. Surround yourself with these honest b.s. calling people if you want to get anywhere apart from believing your own b.s. and wallowing in it but wondering why things (your body, life – whatever situation) is still the same. What are you b.s-ing yourself about at the moment?

3. I am accountable to someone/something to the point where if I don’t do it I will be either 1 – REALLY embarrassed as I’ve public-ally claimed something, or 2. I will lose my money (and usually a lot of it) as I’m paying for advice so I’d better implement what I’m paying for.

4. I change my exercise program to things I’d prefer not to do. Eg. I will spend a certain period (3-4 weeks) lifting just heavy or doing high reps.

5. I try to stick to things long enough to see results – in the health and fitness game anyway. Realistically I think you feel a difference in 1-2 weeks and after 3-4 weeks you see it. Try not to waiver during this time, try not to listen to the opinions of others during this time either if that will make you lose your focus. Which brings me to my next point.

6. I don’t care what I look like/what other people think if I am doing what’s different to the norm. Eg. I often eat out of a plastic container at inappropriate times (I figure I’m not going to stay home just because I am following x, y, z diet because I thoroughly enjoy socializing with my friends – and the real ones will love you no matter how strange your behaviour, so long as you aren’t harming anyone), even though they do sometimes think I’m crazy or embarrassing.

7. I get out of my comfort zone/learn something new. This stretches the mind and I’ll admit I do need to do this more often. But achieving things you didn’t think you could do, even if it’s, for example, lifting weights that were shit scared of does translate to the rest of your life and the confidence spreads throughout your life and into other parts.

8. I don’t calorie restrict anymore – (yes I’ve done it before, when I was desperate to lost weight after having my bub) for more than several weeks at a time. I really do want my brain function to be at an all time high. Girls you really honestly GROW fat cells when you calorie restrict, be careful and have an excellent eating plan which includes healthy saturated fats for when you come off it is all I’ll say on that.

9. I use the mantra ‘I love myself’. Try saying it to yourself at regular intervals throughout the day. Your entire world (internal and external) can change just because of this one thing. Cheers to being awesome! 🙂

I’m sure there’s more than 10 but I want you to share with me yours!

What do you do/have done in the past that’s worked? Change your mind and the body will follow I say.

My Personal Journey of Weight Loss Post Baby

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This series of videos has been a long time coming. I wanted to share with you the tough times I had over a period of 4 years to get my body back. From mindset challenges I had to overcome to trying and failing at many different theories on exercise and nutrition, getting back up and then trying again. I discuss everything including the bad (personal) stuff.. what worked, what didn’t and why. I hope you or someone you may know can get something out of these videos. Please feel free to share them if you think someone else may benefit.

It’s a challenge I certainly wasn’t ready for (the one of becoming a mother), so if this helps someone know not to give up on their quest for health and to learn to love themselves, then the aim of the videos has been reached. Let me know what you think in the comments below;

Video 1: Kate’s Weight Loss Journey Post Baby

 

Video 2: Kate’s Weight Loss Journey Post Baby – Changing from cardio to weights

 

Video 3: Kate’s Weight Loss Journey Post Baby – Changing from cardio to weights Part 2

 

Video 4 – Kate’s Weight Loss Journey Post Baby – Protein powder and meal replacements

 

Video 5 – Kate’s Fat Loss Journey Post Baby – Taking responsibility for where you are or you won’t change

 

Video 6 – Kate’s Fat Loss Journey Post Baby – Be careful what you tell yourself

 

Video 7 – Kate’s Fat Loss Journey Post Baby – Be careful what you tell yourself – Part 2

 

Video 8 – Kate’s Fat Loss Journey Post Baby – A break up, hiring a coach, finding what works

 

Video 9 – Kate’s Fat Loss Journey Post Baby – Why weren’t my exercise methods working!!??

What finally did work, and how I coach my clients..

Please let me know in the comments below what you get from the videos.

I so hope that they help you or someone else on their post baby weight loss journey to know not to give up! 🙂