Michelle Lewin is showing off her legs and revealing the secret to how she got them. In a new social media post the fitness model and influencer flaunts her amazing body during a gym session. “I am often asked how to gain muscle mass in my legs and here is the answer,” she says, going on to reveal her secrets. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits – including how she got her strong legs.
1. From Model to Fitness Model
Michelle, who started out as a traditional model, found her way to fitness modeling. “I’ve been modelling for a few years, and a part of my job was to stay in shape. I loved it and it led me to became a total gym rat. After months of intense training the abs started to show and I was enjoying the fitness lifestyle. Suddenly the modeling requests were coming from Fitness Magazines and Supplement companies,” she told Simply Shredded. “A friend of mine told me to compete in the next NPC bikini competition so I gave it a shot. It was such a thrill to step on stage!”
2. Motivated By Veins
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Where does her motivation come from? “I would say the mirror. There’s nothing more motivating than when you find a new vein! Am I crazy? Probably, but it’s true! Progress is what motivates me to keep pushing harder and not give up. Also it’s extremely motivating to have so many female fans,” she told Simply Shredded.
3. Here Is Her Workout Routine
Monday: Back/Biceps
- Chin Ups (Wide Grip) 4×12
- Chin Ups (Normal Grip) 4×10
- Row Machine 4×12
- T-Bar Rows 4×12
- Dumbbell Curls 6×12
- EZ Bar Curls 4×12
- Straight Bar Cable Curls 4×12
Tuesday: Hamstrings/Calves
- Lying Leg Curls 4×12
- Seated Leg Curls 4×12
- Deadlifts 4×10-15
- Seated Calf Raises 8×20
- Standing Calf Raises (Smith Machine) 6×20
Wednesday: Triceps/Shoulders
- Standing Dumbbell Tricep Extensions 6×12
- Skull Crushers EZ Bar 4 X 12
- Rope Overhead Cable Extensions 4×12
- Military Press 4×10
- Dumbbell Shoulder Press 3×10
- Upright Rows with EZ Bar 4×12
- Side Lateral Raises 4×10
Thursday: Rest
- Off
Friday: Legs
- Lunges 4×12
- Good Mornings 6×20
- Leg Press (Single Leg) 4×15 (Each Leg)
- Squats 4×12
Saturday: Abs
- Hanging Knee Raises 4×12
- Crunches 4×20
- Crunch Machine 4×12
- Crunches On Ball 4×20
Sunday: Rest
- Off
4. Here Is What She Eats in a Day
Meal 1: Oatmeal with Big Blend from Betancourt Nutrition
Meal 2: Ham with Swedish Crackers (Wasa)
Meal 3: Chicken Breast with Brown Rice
Meal 4: Pork Chops with Salad
Meal 5: Beef with Asparagus & Spinach
Meal 6: Salmon with Broccoli
Meal 7: Casein Protein Shake (Before bed)
5. Cardio for Weight Loss
When Michelle is trying to “cut down” or lose weight she does lots of cardio. “I just love to sweat like a maniac. So what ever I feel like: Stair Master, Rollerblading around South Beach Miami or Spinning classes. I keep the intensity high and make sure that I am always pushing my hardest,” she said.
6. Here Is Her Leg Day Advice
In her latest post she offers the following advice on how to build leg muscle:
- Train heavy and with different techniques in all workouts.
- Meal planning, eating enough and knowing how to choose foods is the key.
- Maintaining discipline and consistency is the key to seeing long-term results.
- Have a Coach who motivates and pushes you
- Have adequate rest.
- Listen to your body and know what your limits are.
- Supplementation and hydration.
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