GMA: Lose Seven Pounds in Nine Days, Green Smoothies + Slim Exercise

Good Morning America: Harley Pasternak

Harley Pasternak is the celebrity trainer responsible for Jessica Simpson’s swimsuit body, as well as the envied physiques of Katy Perry and Megan Fox. He was on Good Morning America to share his tricks for the summer slim down.

What’s the secret for slimming down fast? Harley Pasternak says it doesn’t require an amazing amount of money, or an extensive amount of diet or exercise. Harley Pasternak says all it takes is five small lifestyle changes that add up to huge results.

GMA: Five Steps to a Healthy Body

GMA: Lose Seven Pounds in Nine Days, Green Smoothies + Slim Exercise

Harley Pasternak was on Good Morning America to talk about easy ways to slim down for summer, including with green smoothies. (tanjichica / Shutterstock)

First, Harley Pasternak says get up and walk, and use an activity monitor. He said you should strive for a total of 14,000 steps a day, and wearing an activity monitor makes it easier to get in as many steps a day as you need.

Second, drink a gallon of cold water a day. Harley Pasternak says this tip can help you burn up to 100 extra calories a day. Plus, you’ll need plenty of hydration for all the walking you’ll be doing.

Good Morning America: Green Smoothies & Cut Carbs

Next, Harley Pasternak has some exercises to do to help you slim down. He says you should do four sets of 20 of the following exercises: reverse lunges, single armed dumbbell rows, stiff legged dead lifts, and lying dumbbell tricep extensions. Also, do four sets of minute planks. These exercises work all parts of your body to help you slim down.

Next, Harley Pasternak said you need to say goodbye to baked goods. The extra calories and carbs keep the weight that you don’t want, and cutting it out of your diet will help you lose weight.

Finally, say hello to green smoothies. These smoothies are packed with nutrients and energy to keep you going through your day.