As soon as summer starts approaching, our excitement rises. We know we’re about to go on our vacation and enjoy some glamorous, relaxing fun, so it’s hard to contain that giddiness as we plan what we’ll do and where we’ll go. But then we start thinking about it a bit more and remember: a bathing suit will be required. Oh damn. While a skimpy bikini is certainly cool and sexy, it’s a little difficult to really embrace the hot beach babe vibe when you remember all the glorious cold weather food that left its evidence on your hips. Not only that, our skin’s a little dull, and our minds a little weary from all the work, errands, and worrying that comes our way. But hey, good times are coming, people! We just have to get ready for them, and if you want some help with figuring out how, we’re here to give you the tips!
Start with the attitude
As they say, the best way to get a beach body is to show up at the beach with your body. A simple plan, no? The point is, anybody is a beach body, and preparing for summer doesn’t have to be specifically about slimming down to squeeze yourself into a tiny bikini. It absolutely can be if that’s what you want, but it can also be just about feeling good in your own skin, and that, of course, begins with your attitude. So, the first order of business: no stress, no tears, and no self-deprecating comments about how awful you look. Let’s make this into a fun, empowering thing!
Clean eating
The markets are vibrant with all the fresh, colourful fruits and veggies, so why not use that? Clean eating starts with fresh produce, plenty of water, and more lean meats in your diet. Replace your sweets with dark chocolate, fruits, and nuts, and cook as often as possible instead of eating processed food. To help you pull that off, it’s very important to prepare your meals in advance (unless you’re blessed with a lot of extra time and can cook every day). Having a slow cooker pot helps, and you can also take a look at these recipes to prep, put in the fridge, and have something healthy every day of the week.
Fun and exercise to go together
While people will tell you that this type of exercise or that type of exercise is superior to others, it doesn’t really work that way. Do you know what the best type of exercise is? The one that you will actually do. Take a look at Australia, for example. The country owes its large number of fit people mostly due to outdoor sports and activities. From swimming and beach volleyball to hiking, Aussies use what’s already around them to have fun, and they simply happen to get fit in the process. So, want to start exercising? Then pick something that you like, and something that is, above all, easy and sustainable. Whether you sign up for dance classes and learn how to salsa like a pro or do 30-minute daily workouts, it’s all up to you.
Beauty procedures to help
Beauty procedures are also a great way to help our summer body regimen along, and one of the most useful ones is laser hair removal. Who wants to worry about shaving and waxing while they’re on vacation? This procedure is popular in Australia because the ladies there spend most of the year on beaches in warm weather, so we’re definitely eager to follow their example. Another treatment that’s on the rise is body shaping, so professional liposuction in Perth is something they opt for to get rid of those last few pounds that stubbornly refuse to respond to exercise. We’d recommend that you opt for 3D power-assisted liposuction if you can, because it’s easier on the body, and it also lets your surgeon make better contours and give you a more sensual shape. One last thing we want to suggest would be micro blading, especially if you don’t want to bother with makeup much. Define your brows and enjoy the shorter getting-ready routine. Check UK salons via Treatwell and book your sessions prior to the summer vacation!
Tan safely and use SPF
If you don’t like looking pale at the beach, we would strongly (aggressively, even) suggest that you avoid tanning salons like the plague and stick to self-tanning lotions. If you apply them right and use good products they will look entirely natural, and they give you the benefit of, y’know, having a tan without having cancer to go with it. SPF is also very important if you want to avoid wrinkles and hyperpigmentation (and again, cancer). You’ve got this, ladies. With some willpower and these tips, your summer dream body is within reach. Enjoy the health journey and have fun!