Whether you’re ready or not, bikini season is upon us! While it’s tempting to fall victim to crazy crash diets or swear off eating for the next 3 weeks, that’s not very realistic and it’s certainly not healthy. Remember, it’s not all about having the best bikini body on the beach, it’s about feeling confident and proud of your body!
But of course, we all want to look our best, and Lauren Conrad has it covered. She just shared her Bikini Boot Camp Plan on Laurenconrad.com, and it’s pretty intense! She has everything covered from breakfast, lunch, and dinner, to the best exercises to get your body fit and toned (with the help of her trainer, Jarett Del Bene).
Her Bikini Boot Camp Plan:
The Rules
This is a lifestyle change, so do not think of it as a diet. Try to stick with this as long as you can!
Don’t lose sight of your goals. You can do this!
Drink lots and lots of water. {Jarett’s Tip: “Drink one ounce of water for every pound you weigh per day. For example, if you weigh 120 pounds, drink 120 ounces of water throughout the day.”}
As soon as you wake up, have one cup of lemon water. Make sure you drink it at least 30 minutes before you eat.
Pick one exercise to do every day (save one day for rest). {Jarett’s Tip: Have a power snack before your workout such as sliced apples dipped in some all-natural peanut butter.”}
Do all of the exercises listed under “Everyday Exercises” each day in addition to your selected workout.
Pick one meal from each category for each day.
Pick one snack for each day.
The Off-Limits List
No candy, baked goods, or ice cream. Ideally, no sugar!
No soda or flavored drinks.
No white bread or rice.
No eating 2-3 hours before bed.
Breakfast Options
Any of the breakfast options from my 7 Days to Skinny Jeans Plan
1 slice of whole grain toast with one scrambled egg and half of a grapefruit
Banana Oatmeal Smoothie: Blend together one banana, 1 cup ice, ¼ cup cooked oatmeal, 1 tablespoon chopped almonds, ½ cup milk of your choice (I prefer almond milk), pinch of cinnamon
Low-fat yogurt with 1 sliced banana, ½ cup of fresh berries, and a drizzle of agave nectar
Egg whites served with a slice of toast with ¼ of an avocado mashed on top with chili flakes or a pinch of garlic salt
Lunch & Dinner Options
Any of lunch/dinner options from my 7 Days to Skinny Jeans Plan
Chicken Wrap with Mango, Basil & Mint
Baked Tofu Veggie Rolls served with a ½ cup of brown rice
1 cup of your favorite low sodium, organic soup served with a side of steamed vegetables
Salad with mixed greens, ½ avocado, 1 handful of cherry tomatoes, 1 sliced cucumber, ¼ cup slivered almonds, ½ cup cooked quinoa (mix together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon, salt and pepper for the dressing)
Spinach Swap Pasta
Snacks
Grapes & Grahams
Pear or apple with string cheese
Greek yogurt with pomegranate seeds
Hummus and veggies
Raw vegetables
Any of the snacks listed in my 7 Days to Skinny Jeans Plan
Exercise Options
Run for 45 minutes
Alternate sprinting and walking for 60-90 seconds for 30 minutes
1 hour of yoga, kickboxing or Pilates
45 minutes of spin
Circuit: 10 pushups, 30 lunges, 30 bicycle crunches, jumping jacks for 60 seconds, plank for 60 seconds (repeat 2x)
20 minutes of cardio of your choice (Make sure you break a sweat!)
2 sets of my arm workout + 30 squats, 30 lunges, 30 leg lifts for each leg
Any of the exercise options from my 7 Days to Skinny Jeans Plan
Everyday Exercises
50 crunches in the morning, 50 crunches at night
60 second plank in the morning, 60 second plank at night {Jarett’s Tip: “Make sure your core is engaged by sucking in your belly button towards your spine.”}
Lauren says if you follow this plan strictly for the next few weeks, you should be in swimsuit shape by Memorial Day Weekend!
Photo courtesy LaurenConrad.com
