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Isabel had been overweight for years, but after she got married, she decided that it was time to turn her life around and get in shape. With the help of her husband, Isabel managed to drop 55 pounds. Read on to learn how she did it!

Female Transformation Of The Week - Isabel Hamton!

By: Female Transformation Of The Week

Before:
215 lbs

After:
160 lbs

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Vital Stats
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Name: Isabel Hamton
Age: 36
Email: cheerio_isabel@rocketmail.com

Before:
Weight: 215 lbs
Chest: 50"
Waist: 42.5"
Hips: 46"
Thighs: 33.5"

After:
Weight: 160 lbs
Chest: 36"
Waist: 28"
Hips: 32"
Thighs: 21"

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Why I Got Started
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My husband was the one who got me started through the gym in our new apartment. If it wasn't because we are getting married and moving into our own house, I wouldn't have had a chance to change my body.

My confidence was very low. I learned to accept the fact that I have been overweight for years, but I just couldn't be bothered with it. I decided to change my body only after I got married and moved into my own house with a home gym in the basement. I finally took hold of this opportunity and told myself - "I'm going to change my body once and for all!"

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My Confidence Was Very Low.

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How I Did It
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With the gym in the basement, it totally changed my lifestyle. I was so excited to hit the treadmill and the weights after I got home from work. The workout and cardio sessions are the first thing I had in mind when it came to relaxing after a hectic working day.

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I Was So Excited To
Hit The Gym After Work.

Not only does it relieve the stress from work, but it made me into what I am today. It completely changed my life. Of course, my diet and nutrition were in-check; I avoid fast food as much as I could!

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It Completely Changed My Life.

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Supplements
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Diet
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As I'm not into competing, my meals are consumed every 3-4 hours. They are basically a mix of whole food and fruits.

Meal 1:

Meal 2:

Meal 3:

Meal 4:

Meal 5:

My workout is usually done after Meal 4, which is around late evening. I feel that my energy levels are the highest during that period of time.

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Isabel Hamton.

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Training
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As I'm training at home, machines are limited therefore most exercises are performed with dumbbells (saves space). I train 4 times a week with cardio sessions (45 minutes bike/treadmill) done everyday after work/workout. My exercises are done in the rep range of 25-15.

Day 1: Back & Biceps

4 sets pull ups
4 sets dumbbell row
3 sets hammer curls
3 sets dumbbell curls

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Day 2: Shoulders

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Day 3: Chest & Triceps

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Day 4: Quads & Hamstrings

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I'll usually finish my workout within an hour or 45 minutes, I love to sweat!

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Suggestions For Others
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Patience and determination is all you ever need to change your body once and for all! Before starting any dieting phase, look yourself in the mirror and set goals which are realistic and attainable every month. Keeping track of your workouts and progress will be the route to success!