Good health is the number one reason I work out, but I also want to look like someone who is fit. As a health coach, personal trainer and nutritionist, I’ve spent years researching ways to make my muscles more lean and toned. Here are a few lifestyle hacks to start using to get the most out of your muscles.
1. Don’t eat foods you hate.
To create lean muscle, you don’t have to exist on boiled chicken breasts or steamed broccoli. You can still eat all of your favorite foods as long as you maintain your macronutrient ratio throughout the day.
There has been a lot of research on the subject of ideal macronutrient ratio for a lean, healthy body. Here’s what the optimal breakdown looks like: 30 percent carbohydrates, 30 percent proteins and 40 percent fats.
A healthy mix of these macronutrients is the best way to fuel your body. Fats are important for hormone production, which is essential for healthy life. Carbohydrates provide energy for our life and workouts. When we consume healthy, carbohydrate-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, yams, sweet potatoes, brown rice, quinoa, oatmeal — we get lots of necessary fiber. Proteins are building blocks of every cell in our body, our muscles included.
2. Find the eating plan that works best for you.
