Train Like a Guy, Eat Like a Girl

Most women who say they want to look more toned claim that they have been working out for years and aren’t seeing the results. Now, I’m not arguing the fact that they’re not doing the work — but I wouldn’t put it past them that they may not doing the work to their fullest potential. So, that’s where I come in for some helpful reminders.

Women need to train like men — but eat like women — to firm up. What I mean is that muscle is muscle and it only changes composition when stress is placed upon it, whether you’re a man or a woman. So, if you’re doing 20 repetitions with a 5 lb. weight and feel nothing the next day, chances are your muscles will do the same… nothing.

At the same time, women should not automatically bulk up on calories, either. This may cause you to pack on the muscle and fat versus mainly the lean muscle. Eating smaller portions frequently throughout the day provide the muscle with enough nutrients to grow more dense, without extra calories to help pack on the pounds.

So, step one for a toned look is to use heavy enough weight that you actually reach 80% to 95% momentary muscle failure at the end of each set you do. Step two, eat portions with a balance of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats that are appropriate for your size and shape. So, for 12 weeks I want you to train like a guy four days a week (in addition to your cardio) and eat like a woman, and watch your body transform!