I am a 23 year old mother of two. Since the birth of my last and final child, my body just looks AWFUL. For the last month or so I have been dedicated to getting back in shape, and hopefully even better shape then I was in before my babies.
So...
I am 5'4 and right now I weigh about 168 lbs
. I want to get down to 120-130 lbs . I am eating lots of protein and have cut down on my carb and sugar intake by quite a bit. Mainly my diet consists of fresh fruit, fish/shrimp, tuna, chicken, a lean cuisine pizza on occasion, beef jerky, and now and then some veggies. My main problem with the veggies is, the only ones I like are not that great for you. I love potatoes, corn, and green beans. Anything else, I have to force myself to eat, or hate so badly I just can't eat them. I do still eat breads, but they are always whole wheat or multi-grain. I also do use mayo in my tuna, but I use the duke’s brand that has little to no preservatives, and I use it VERY sparingly. I no longer drink soda. I drink nothing BUT water.
As far as my work out plan (which just started 2 weeks ago)..
I go to the gym and use the treadmill 5 days a week. I set my incline on 5, and for the first five minutes my speed is at 3.0, for the next 20 minutes my incline remains the same, but I increase my speed to 4.3. I fluctuate between a fast pace walk and a jog. The last five minutes I repeat the first five again. I also use the elliptical or stair stepper for 5 minutes each some days to begin my workout, and finish with the treadmill for 20. I also take my kids for a walk in their wagon 3 days a week for 30 minute walks.
My main question is, by doing this will I lose weight and tone up my legs and butt? This is my main focus point right now, because I hate those the most. Next will be the abs and the arms. I appreciate ANY input or advice...
Oh also, how long does it take most people to notice a difference? Thanks
So...
I am 5'4 and right now I weigh about 168 lbs
. I want to get down to 120-130 lbs . I am eating lots of protein and have cut down on my carb and sugar intake by quite a bit. Mainly my diet consists of fresh fruit, fish/shrimp, tuna, chicken, a lean cuisine pizza on occasion, beef jerky, and now and then some veggies. My main problem with the veggies is, the only ones I like are not that great for you. I love potatoes, corn, and green beans. Anything else, I have to force myself to eat, or hate so badly I just can't eat them. I do still eat breads, but they are always whole wheat or multi-grain. I also do use mayo in my tuna, but I use the duke’s brand that has little to no preservatives, and I use it VERY sparingly. I no longer drink soda. I drink nothing BUT water. As far as my work out plan (which just started 2 weeks ago)..
I go to the gym and use the treadmill 5 days a week. I set my incline on 5, and for the first five minutes my speed is at 3.0, for the next 20 minutes my incline remains the same, but I increase my speed to 4.3. I fluctuate between a fast pace walk and a jog. The last five minutes I repeat the first five again. I also use the elliptical or stair stepper for 5 minutes each some days to begin my workout, and finish with the treadmill for 20. I also take my kids for a walk in their wagon 3 days a week for 30 minute walks.
My main question is, by doing this will I lose weight and tone up my legs and butt? This is my main focus point right now, because I hate those the most. Next will be the abs and the arms. I appreciate ANY input or advice...
Oh also, how long does it take most people to notice a difference?
Thanks 