You are right not to be concerned with your weight...you are in a very healthy range!
There are so many variables that go into "toning", but you are doing the best things you can: eating well, exercising most days of the week with hiking and strength training.
I think the only other factors I can think of are: how intense are your workouts? You should have 1-2 days of moderately-intense or vigorous, as well as a few days of moderate.
The other important factor in building muscle (and getting the definition) is rest and recovery. Make sure your muscles are getting adequate R&R, as that's when the muscles build (and tone). During the workout itself is when the muscles are being fatigued and "torn down".
I did read somewhere (not sure if credible, will try to find source) that drinking a cup of lowfat/nonfat milk after strength training can help.
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Rylons,
You are right not to be concerned with your weight...you are in a very healthy range!
There are so many variables that go into "toning", but you are doing the best things you can: eating well, exercising most days of the week with hiking and strength training.
I think the only other factors I can think of are: how intense are your workouts? You should have 1-2 days of moderately-intense or vigorous, as well as a few days of moderate.
The other important factor in building muscle (and getting the definition) is rest and recovery. Make sure your muscles are getting adequate R&R, as that's when the muscles build (and tone). During the workout itself is when the muscles are being fatigued and "torn down".
I did read somewhere (not sure if credible, will try to find source) that drinking a cup of lowfat/nonfat milk after strength training can help.
April 23, 2009 - 2:49pmThis Comment
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