BJ Gaddour claims “We’re rolling through April, and May is just around the corner, which means seniors in high school are already knees-deep in the senior slump that typifies the last semester prior to graduation. But, what they (and their parents) should be most concerned about is fighting the scary trend of gaining 15+ lbs their freshman year in college. Seriously, they might soon start calling it the FRESHMAN 50 if someone doesn’t step in right NOW and educate our youngsters about proper training and sound nutrition. As someone who is only 5 years removed from college, I know firsthand how important this information is and I wish someone shared it with me before I graduated high school.”
Workout Muse offers a complimentary fitness presentation for all local Milwaukee schools entitled “How to NOT Gain 15+ Pounds Your Freshman Year in College.” See below for 3 of his top 10 tips to fight the freshman 15:
TIP#1- If you Booze, you WON’T Lose!
One day of binge drinking can set you back days if not a full week when it comes to burning body fat. Mixing alcohol with sugary beverages promotes even further fat gain due to the resulting insulin surge that triggers fat storage (e.g. regular beer or cocktails mixed with regular soda and/or fruit juice).
TIP#2- Invest in a Whole Body Workout
Perform a five-exercise circuit employing body weight-based exercises that’s designed to work your upper body, lower body, and core within the same workout at least three times per week with a day of rest between workouts. Alternate between 50 seconds of work and 10 seconds of rest for each a double-leg (e.g. squat), push (e.g. push-up), single-leg (e.g. lunge), pull (e.g. row), and core (e.g. plank/bridge)
TIP#3- Be a Flexible Eater
Allot yourself 1 or 2 “reward meals” per week where you can enjoy the indulgences of college life in MODERATION as needed. Be sure to plan your reward meals in advance based on your weekly schedule and be sure to earn them with compliance at all other times.
