How to Look Like a Fitness Model

Fitness models drink plenty of water.

The fitness models featured in health magazines and exercise equipment advertisements work hard to earn their sculpted physiques. They dedicate themselves to consistent dieting and exercise regimes all year round to achieve and maintain their toned bodies. If you dream of beach photo shoots, competing in figure competitions or simply want to look the part, be prepared to put in the time and energy to make your goal a reality.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Focus
• Willingness
• little Time

1. Exercise. Working out is very important for fitness models to achieve and maintain their figures. Getting a lean, toned body requires a combination of cardiovascular workouts and strength training. Fitness models weight train, often with heavy weights, to achieve muscle growth and definition. Aerobic exercise, such as running, biking or swimming, can help burn excess calories to cut down body fat and lean out the figure. Many fitness models train up to six days per week, typically alternating muscle groups.

2. Eat a balanced diet. Fitness models typically eat five or six small meals per day to keep their energy levels consistent and their metabolism high. Meals should be based around lean proteins, such as chicken, eggs, fish and turkey. Meals should also include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats like nuts and olive oil. Fitness models should avoid sugar. Skipping meals will starve your body, which can cause muscle loss. Taking a daily multivitamin can ensure you are meeting your nutritional needs.

3. Drink water. Drinking water helps keep your body operating efficiently. Additionally, it can help you control cravings and keep you full. The body is made up mostly of water and each process, from digestion to fat burning, requires it. Water helps the body eliminate toxins. It also prevents bloating by reducing water retention. Working out causes your body to lose water in the form of sweat, so it is important to replenish it. Fitness models typically drink at least 3 to 4 liters of water per day.

4. Avoid salt. Sodium, or table salt, causes the body to retain water, which leads to bloating and reduction in muscle tone visibility. To achieve a "cut" or lean look, fitness models avoid sodium, especially right before a photo shoot or competition. Many foods contain hidden sodium, such as processed foods, frozen meals and fast foods. Fitness models should also avoid chemical additives, nitrates, artificial flavors and preservatives. These ingredients are found in many processed foods.

Tips & Warnings

• Follow these tips efficiently and Look like a Fitness Model in no time.

• Shampoo is for your scalp, conditioner is for your ends. so don't put any on your scalp or it makes your Hair greasier

• Never starve yourself

• Do not measure your waist or any part until the deadline.

• Sit ups doesn't take fat off the belly, Leg lifts does.

References

• Bodybuilding.com: The Basics of Good Nutrition; Dave Draper
• Bodybuilding.com: An Interview With Rising Fitness Model Jamie Eason; Christopher Mohr