Getting the body you want is not only about working out hard and eating right, but it has a lot to do with your mindset. The way in which you approach your fitness and weight loss goals is what is going to determine if you will ever get there.

Firstly, make sure that you have a very clear and concrete goal. Ask yourself some questions like… how much weight do I want to lose? Is weight really the most important thing? Is it about my health and growing older so I can be there for my children one day? Do I want to run a marathon or compete in a specific sport? What are your specific needs and goals?

Once you have figured out exactly what you want, use a journal and write it down so you have a reference – a reminder to keep you on track.

Now remember, you are not going on a diet, you are working on increasing your quality of life through establishing healthy habits. Aim high, but set small and attainable goals to start with. For instance – lose 5 pounds to start or come down one pant size. Once you have reached your goal you can expand on that and build on it. Each goal you reach improves your self-confidence and inspires you to improve even more on that.

Remember that setbacks are part of life and a setback is only just that – one setback. It does not mean you cannot recover from it. Don’t give up – just get back on the bandwagon and keep on going.

Lastly – remember there are no mistakes. These are learning experience and you will get better at it as you go. You will encounter small setbacks and failures, but who doesn’t? Remember that every pound you gain can be lost again!

With the Hot Burning Body workouts I guide you so you can reach your goals fast. I give you the most effective exercises that will tone and shape your body as well as help you lose fat fast, and in the Quick start guide I give you sample menu’s and recipes to help you get and stay on track with your eating habits.

Don’t delay any longer. Start now – you can do it!

To your health and strength

Vanessa Bader

P.S. I welcome your comments… feel free to share your opinion on the above topic with me.

You always hear fitness professionals – including me – say how important it is to stretch. Flexibility should be an integral focus of your workout… why?

As we age, we automatically become stiffer and tighter.  The connective tissue in our muscles atrophy and our bodies lose mobility.

Additionally, if you work out a lot but you spend all your time strengthening your muscles but you never lengthen them, then you are seriously hindering your chances of optimal strength and power as well as disturbing the balance between strength and flexibility.

It is when your muscles lose their flexibility that you have a much greater chance of injuring yourself and also of looking older and less mobile because you can not move your body to its fullest range of motion anymore. It is the loss of mobility that makes us appear older and causes more muscle stiffness and soreness.

But who wants to spend hours in static stretches?

Let me tell you something – static stretching is fine, but it is not the best way to get flexible and mobile.

Why do you think dancers and gymnasts are so flexible?  Yes, they do definitely do some static stretching but most of their flexibility and mobility comes from actually moving their bodies through maximum range of motion.

In other words, their bodies are being exposed to active and ballistic stretching every day, and that is what keeps them in top shape. Because not only does continuous movement through optimal range of motion promote flexibility and mobility but it also improves strength in those extended positions.

That is what the Hot Burning Body Workout is all about. I have created these workouts with the mentality of a dancer and gymnast but incorporating all your favorite body weight exercises. This way you get to improve your flexibility and mobility while you are strengthening and toning your body.

Additionally, Garin and I are working on creating an amazing active and ballistic stretching program that is going to give you speedy and effective results, combining the principals of Hot Burning Body’s latest workout techniques with the revolutionary principals of Coreforce Energy This is going to be amazing, and the most fun and exciting way to improve flexibility FAST!

So keep your ears to the ground – I’ll make sure to keep you posted.  But in the meantime – check out the Hot Burning Body workouts that I have available for you for fast fat loss and for improving your flexibility! Real functional strength is what you need to keep your body looking fit, young, vibrant and healthy!

To your health and flexibility

Your coach Vanessa Bader

P.S. My Hot Burning Body “Extreme” Kettlebell workout is now in final stages.  Will make sure you are the first to know when it is ready.

You might not be aware of this, but certain foods can rev up your metabolism to help you lose weight faster. Scientists have recently discovered that there are certain types of food that help you burn fat better and faster than others.

The first and I think most important is lean protein. By incorporating some kind of lean protein into every meal it does not only help you build muscle but it also takes many more calories to digest protein than it does to digest any kind of Carbohydrates and that is how it actually increases the rate at which your metabolism works.

Lean chicken for weight loss

Choose lean protein sources like chicken, turkey, fish, lean red meat and eggs. Protein powder is also a very good option. So when you crave something sweet you can reach for a protein shake in stead.

Lean protein for weight loss

The next one is really good unless you are lactose intolerant. – Milk.

Milk is also a form of protein, it is a natural source of weigh protein that has also been shown in fat-burning studies to limit the turnover of calories into fat by the liver. In addition to that the high calcium content of milk helps turn off a key obesity gene and helps your fat-burning metabolism run smoothly. So don’t be too quick to throw the milk out of your fridge, but I do suggest you stick to low-fat milk.

Milk, Whey Protein

The last one I want to share with you today is Chili Peppers. There is a compound found in chili peppers called Capsaicin that have been shown to have a thermogenic effect. This compound seems to lower the blood insulin levels and that can help you to ultimately lose weight faster.

Chili Peppers

By incorporating the above three foods in your daily meal plan you can reap huge benefits. Ultimately, weight loss is about burning optimal amount of calories, and when coupled with regular exercise, the correct food choices can really help you reach your goals faster and more effectively.

The Hot Burning Body Workouts have all been created to help you achieve your fitness and weight loss goals quickly.

Kind regards

Vanessa Bader

P.S. With the Hot Burning Body Workout you get a Quick Start guide that will provide you with all the nutritional and fitness advice to get you kick started towards your new, hot body and healthy lifestyle!