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KNOW YOUR GOAL The more specific the aims, the easier it is to track progress. If your aim is just ‘get in shape’, it’s hard to know when you’ve achieved it. If it’s ‘lose 5kg by my holiday’, then if you’re not getting there you can take steps to improve your training. “Having a goal and clear definition of what you want to achieve will give you the motivation, drive and direction you need to succeed,” says Jones. “Record your measurements so you can monitor your progress and tweak your diet or programme.” EAT RIGHT There’s truth in the thinking that fitness is 20 per cent gym and 80 per cent diet. “There is no truer saying than abs are made in the kitchen,” says Jones. “Up your protein and switch the high sugary foods for slow release carbohydrates like brown rice, sweet potato and quinoa. Replace soft drinks and alcohol with water and eat plenty of greens. Further enhance your diet with per- formance supplements to support your training demands and speed up recovery.” 4GUYS.CA 53