Although Sarah Jessica Parker recently admitted in a recent interview that she loves to eat, it doesn't seem to have marred her sleek, toned physique. When interviewed, Sarah laughingly described how she and her husband plan their next meal while they're eating their current one. It's obvious that food is a passion for this high profile couple, so how does Sarah Jessica stay so thin? Let's find out:
She Walks Most Places Instead of Riding
Sarah Jessica describes her exercise strategy as consistent “everyday exercise” meaning she walks instead of riding in a car or taxicab. She's also an avid stair climber during her daily activities. If given the opportunity, she'll travel to the next floor by running the stairs rather than taking the elevator.
Analysis
This form of intermittent, every day exercise is achieving more and more credibility in the world of fitness as studies start to show that it works. More and more fitness experts are recognizing the potential of frequent, short exercise sessions to tone the body and help burn fat. In fact, there's some thought that several short intense workouts of around ten minutes each can be more beneficial than a sustained 30-40 minute workout. Why? Shorter, more intense workouts “trick” your metabolism into operating at high capacity.
Like Sarah Jessica Parker, you can burn more fat and achieve greater fitness by taking frequent brisk walks, using the stairs, and scheduling several high intensity, ten minute workout sessions several times a day. Plus, this strategy can you from getting bored. You may want to consider adding some short resistance training sessions to your daily workout to help tone muscle and increase lean body mass. When Sarah Jessica Parker recently had to prepare for a movie, she too hit the gym for some resistance training. She has also practiced yoga and pilates in the past.
She Eats a High Protein, Low Carb Diet
Sarah Jessica has reportedly followed both the Zone and South Beach diet plans. Both plans emphasize consumption of protein and limiting high glycemic carbs. She eats lots of eggs and lean meat while limiting carbs such as white rice, potatoes, and bread, although she admits to an occasional splurge.
Analysis
A recent study showed that a high protein, low carbohydrate diet is one of the most effective for reducing weight. Plus, a diet high in protein helps to reduce hunger pangs and promote a feeling of fullness. This can be a sound diet plan for weight loss, although it's important to get an adequate quantity of vegetables and low glycemic fruits to maintain adequate fiber and provide your body with healthy antioxidants. The South Beach diet offers a diet plan that most can follow without feeling deprived and can result in real weight loss if followed religiously.
She Eats Small Portions
Sarah Jessica Parker limits her portion sizes at meals and frequently leaves a portion of her food on her plate to reduce the risk of overeating.
Analysis
Most people overestimate the size of a single serving of food which means they consume far more calories than they're aware of throughout the day. Sarah Jessica's practice of limiting the quantities of food she eats is a sound one. It's important to become aware of exactly how large a serving really is. One serving of meat is about the size of a deck of cards. A single serving of bread is only the size of a standard cassette tape and a serving of pasta, rice or potatoes is about the size of a tennis ball. One way to trick your brain into believing you're eating more is to use a smaller sized plate. Learn to limit the amount of food you eat on a daily basis if you want to loose those excess pounds.
Sarah Jessica Parker appears to have a winning strategy for achieving fitness. What can you learn from her example?
