In case you haven't noticed, Khloe Kardashian is hotter than ever before. The self proclaimed "Fat Sister" of the Kardashian family has shocked the world with her slim figure, making her the brand new #fitspiration.
After losing a whopping 40 pounds, People has gathered 5 tips from theKocktails with Khloe host, that will make great changes not only in your physique, but in your lifestyle in general.
1. Have Nutritious Snacks Prepped and Ready
As you may already know, eating smaller snacks compared to a large breakfast, lunch and dinner, is better for the body's metabolism and digestion. Khloe says she makes sure a grab is ready whenever the hunger pangs.
"I always have healthy items available to me when I'm hungry, so it's available quickly. I'd rather eat a cookie than cut up vegetables, but now I don't have an excuse."
2. Chug Lots of ...Water
Sometimes, thirst is masquerading as hunger. So the next time you think you are hungry, dry drinking water first. "Water flushes you out and makes you feel better. In the hospital, all I drank was water. I was like a fish!" Plus! Think about the goodness it will do to your skin and hair!
3. Allow Occasional Treats - But Don't Go Crazy
"I don't deprive myself. I am still the person who is going to have a piece of cake, I just won't have two of them!" Khloe believes that dieting shouldn't be a form of punishment, but giving yourself rewards is always a good thing.
You just have to make sure that you'll go back to regular programming after that cheat day, or else you're back to square one.
Are you curious what are Khloe's guilty pleasures? "I'll have a handful of M&M's or a piece of pizza. If I drink, I have one or two glasses. It's about understanding limitations."
4. Eat Something Post-Workout to Avoid Hanger
To make up for the lost energy after working out, you should eat post-workout meals. "I always have fruit around. And I have a protein shake on the car ride home from the gym. Otherwise I get cranky!"
5. Focus on How Much Better You Feel
Slowly, you will see and feel the changes that makes you thank yourself for making the step towards change. The happiness that food gives you lasts for moments only, but the benefits of healthy living and the joy you will feel from the inside will be there to stay.
"I started having long-term feel-good moments from the gym. You don't have long-term feel-good moments from pizza."
