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How a 39-year-old with three kids sculpted her dream body in just six weeks WITHOUT hardcore workouts

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A 39-year-old mum has told how she transformed her body in just six weeks without difficult gym workouts or a restrictive diet.

A 39-year-old mum has shared how she transformed her body in just six weeks without difficult gym exercises or a restrictive diet.

In fact, walking was one of the key secrets to her success.

Jenna Sanders, a mother of three and flight attendant from Canada, completely transformed her approach to health and fitness thanks to the help of Australian trainer Rachael Attard. Lean Legs Program.

Rachael is a sports nutritionist and scientist specializing in women’s bodies and sculpting lean, strong legs.

The Queensland-based trainer also advocates the 80:20 sustainable diet rule, which sees you eat healthy 80 per cent of the time and eat whatever you feel like the rest.

Jenna’s journey into fitness began at a young age. He always liked sports and kept fit at school, so when he left he joined the gym to stay as “fit as possible.”

“I got into all kinds of training: kettlebells, Zumba classes, all the things that were fun to do but never got the results I wanted,” Jenna said.

‘Then I found a personal trainer who made me lift weights and do a very intense and hard workout. I would spend a couple of hours a day in the gym.

A 39-year-old mum has told how she transformed her body in just six weeks without difficult gym workouts or a restrictive diet.

Jenna Sanders, mother of three and flight attendant from Canada, completely transformed her approach to health and fitness through Australian trainer Rachael Attard's Lean Legs program.

Jenna Sanders, mother of three and flight attendant from Canada, completely transformed her approach to health and fitness through Australian trainer Rachael Attard’s Lean Legs program.

“I was getting stronger, sure, but I didn’t feel like I was seeing the shape I was looking for. Instead of feeling thin and light, I felt heavy and didn’t love the look of my legs and arms.’

Jenna said she gained a lot of muscle and noticed that friends and strangers commented a lot about her calves.

‘In my opinion, I didn’t want to have these big calf muscles. “I wanted to look slimmer,” he said.

‘Then I found Rachael online. I took the body type quiz and was shocked that everything I did before I found you was so wrong for me.

“I used to do bike sprints and uphill sprints and my legs would get thicker and I would think, ‘Oh my God, I’m supposed to get smaller and I’m getting bigger’ and I would spend a lot of time doing all the wrong things to my body.’

On the program, Jenna focused on light resistance work and walking instead of weight training and HIIT exercise.

‘Walking is the best type of exercise for thin legs. It will help remove excess fat from your legs and make them slimmer,” trainer Rachael told FEMAIL.

‘When you do cardio at a low to moderate intensity, the body burns stored glycogen (carbohydrates) first and then fats. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Jenna's journey into fitness began at a young age. He always liked sports and stayed in shape at school, so when he left he joined the gym to stay as fit as possible.

Jenna’s journey into fitness began at a young age. He always liked sports and kept fit at school, so when he left he joined the gym to stay as “fit as possible.”

'Walking is the best type of exercise for thin legs. It will help eliminate excess fat from the legs and make them slimmer.

‘Walking is the best type of exercise for thin legs. It will help remove excess fat from your legs and make them slimmer,” trainer Rachael told FEMAIL.

What does your body type say about how you should train?

ECTOMORPH

Ectomorphs are often naturally thin (like Victoria’s Secret models) and have a hard time building muscle.

If you have an ectomorphic body type, you probably already have naturally thinner legs. So your goal here is to maintain (or maybe lose some stubborn lower body fat) while building lean muscle.

This way your leg will gain tone and definition and you will avoid the skinny and fat appearance.

MESOMORPH

Mesomorphs can be quite athletic and respond quickly to exercise, meaning they build muscle easily.

They can lose weight very quickly, but they can also gain weight quickly. They are generally medium in size.

If you’re a mesomorph, overdoing exercises like squats and lunges can easily result in bulky legs. So your goal here is to reduce your body fat percentage and avoid exercises that will bulk up your legs in the process.

ENDOMORPH

Endomorphs naturally have a strong build and larger frame. They can build muscle very quickly and find it a little harder to lose weight. But it’s not impossible!

If you have an endomorph body type, your goal is to really focus on reducing overall body fat and completely avoid any workouts that might cause you to bulk up.

How a 39 year old with three kids sculpted her dream body

“Your body type plays a huge role in how you tend to build muscle and lose weight, and some body types are more likely to bulk up,” Rachael added.

‘The longer you do it, the more fat your body will burn. So, by taking longer brisk walks, your body will burn more fat and help you have slim legs.’

Jenna said that by doing light resistance and walking a lot, her legs “changed shape.”

‘I had much slimmer thighs and my calves became much smaller, something I had been trying to achieve for a long time. “After six weeks I thought, wow, this is amazing,” he said.

‘With the right foods, it took me those six weeks to get results. I remember looking down and my abs were literally bursting and I was like wow!

Now, every summer, Jenna pushes herself and does a few rounds of the program to get in shape, even with three young children in tow.

“I know exactly how good I’m going to feel and the compliments I’m going to get, especially on my legs, lots of compliments,” she said.

‘I remember going on my first holiday and wearing a bikini and I never felt so comfortable in a bikini. And I had a one and two year old at the time.

‘I’m about to turn 40 and I look back on my fitness journey and think: I’ve come a long way! I’m so grateful I found this when I did.

On the program, Jenna focused on light resistance work and walking instead of weight training and HIIT exercise.

On the program, Jenna focused on light resistance work and walking instead of weight training and HIIT exercise.

'I had much slimmer thighs and my calves became much smaller, something I had been trying to achieve for a long time. After six weeks I thought, wow, this is amazing.

‘I had much slimmer thighs and my calves became much smaller, something I had been trying to achieve for a long time. “After six weeks I thought, wow, this is amazing,” he said.

‘I used to worry a lot about “falling down” and getting so tired from the training I was doing. But I found that knowing I could get up in the morning even if I was going for a walk, I could work for an hour and achieve better results.’

Jenna’s peers often ask her “secret” and assume that she “spends hours at the gym” and “doesn’t eat much.”

“Once you can eat and exercise correctly, you have all the knowledge to be able to do and feel exactly how I feel,” she said.

‘I eat food in moderation and I think that’s key. I make healthy choices because I know that when I train, I will get the best results from my training.

“Plus, I started sleeping better and generally felt confident and good about myself.”

Meals include things like salmon and avocado on toast, a fruit smoothie, stir-fried chicken, and some coconut chocolate squares.

Rachael typically eats about 1600 calories a day and most of her programs are pretty much the same.

Jenna wants other moms to know that while their bodies may change drastically after having children, she has never felt happier or more confident.

“I can honestly say that I feel much more comfortable with myself after having a third baby, because I know that once I put my mind to it I can achieve the results very easily,” she said.

Rachael is a sports nutritionist and scientist specializing in women's bodies and sculpting lean, strong legs.

Rachael is a sports nutritionist and scientist specializing in women’s bodies and sculpting lean, strong legs.

Jenna’s best tips to transform your body in six weeks

1. PREPARE THE NIGHT BEFORE

One of Jenna’s best strategies for staying consistent is to prepare the night before. This helps remove any obstacles in the morning, ensuring you’re ready to go as soon as you wake up.

2. FIND JOY IN THE MOVEMENT

Jenna emphasizes the importance of enjoying your workouts. He found that the key to staying consistent is to make exercise fun. “Music is my secret weapon,” he says.

Jenna also finds joy in the process of becoming stronger and feeling good about herself.

3. DISCLOSURE IT

Sometimes the thought of intense exercise can feel overwhelming, especially on days when you already feel exhausted. Jenna recommends breaking exercise down into smaller, more manageable chunks. “If a long gym session feels overwhelming, start with a simple walk,” she suggests.

4. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FAMILY FITNESS

For Jenna, fitness isn’t just about personal time – it’s a family affair! She encourages others to involve their loved ones in their fitness routines, whether through family walks, runs, or at-home workouts.

5. FOCUS ON CONSISTENCY

The most important thing for Jenna in her fitness journey is the importance of consistency. “Even on tough days, I think just 15 or 20 minutes of movement can make a big difference,” she says. ‘Remember, it’s about showing up for yourself!’ Consistency doesn’t mean perfection: It means making the effort to move your body in some way every day, even if it’s just a short session.

‘I love pushing the stroller. It’s nice to be outside, breathe fresh air and walk. For a new mom, it’s a great way to get back out and walking. I think as a mother, if you feel good, I feel like that reflects on you as a person and also as a mother.

‘My advice is to be constant and take advantage of the time, whatever it is, even if it is half an hour, it is better than doing nothing.’

Jenna’s transformation was much more than physical changes.

“It’s not about looking a certain way,” Jenna said.

“It’s about feeling good, being confident and showing up to be the best I can be for my kids and my family.”

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