Anyone who knows Russell Bateman, founder of SBC, knows that when it comes to getting fit, he is the go-to trainer for models and actors. He is renowned for his no-nonsense workouts, and his classes actually have waiting lists. In you have no idea of what we’re talking about, check out his Instagram account (@russellsbc) where his moody, slow motion, black-and-white videos are enough to make you put down that dirty lunch and book in a PT session at your local gym.
Bateman, a regular contributor for Vogue international, launched SBC back in 2012 in the UK, and rapidly caught the attention of posh London Mayfair’s fitness fanatics, and the celebrity crowd soon followed with Ellie Goulding, Aiysha Hart, Suki Waterhouse, and Daisy Lowe becoming avid “SBC-ers”. With pop-up classes in New York, Los Angeles, and Ibiza, SBC has become one of the trendiest fitness disciplines across the globe. And for those who can’t get into the highly sought-after classes, don’t worry – Bateman has devised an online program (about US $295 for a year; thesbcollective.com), however for Vogue Arabia readers he has provided a free sample…
FOLLOW THE BASICS
Drink lots of water. Hydrate and keep a bottle with you at all times if you can. The solution to pollution is dilution. Lemon and lime in there if you can.
Keep sugar to a minimum. Even though you may not be indulging on chocolate and cakes, fruits like mango, grapes and oranges (especially in juice form) contain high levels of fruit sugars that can really keep the tummy fat on. White fish, fibrous carbs and green vegetables remain my favorites for meals. Try berries instead for dessert. Cinnamon is a great blood sugar stabilizer so if you have indulged, have some in your water afterwards.
Supplements. Not everyone will agree with supplementation, and that’s fine, but I’ve honestly seen little to no gains using some and exceptional gains with others. I recommend Lyma Life as it decreases stress and inflammation in the body – L-carnitine and krill oil used together have also been proven to be a potent combination to hit tummy fat.
Avoid toxic people. Making plans or seeing people that bring your energy down is a big no-no. Remember there is a difference between being socially selective and being antisocial. It can cause unwanted stressors in your day-to-day life. If you’re hating your job, your relationship, or training too much you really need to have a chat with yourself and ask if it’s really worth the hassle. It’s not going to have a good effect on your fat loss potential.
Bathe. Try a sound bath and massage once a week if you can, and wake up in the morning listening to classical music. It really helps.
Train the right amount. Try not to run around your city like a headless chicken doing all sorts of classes (or three a day). Stick to a plan of deadlifts, push and pull movements, sled pushes, and animalistic movements. Make sure you’re structurally balanced and keeping your technique super strict. For motivation, try and arrange sessions with a friend.
courtesy @russellsbc
Typical SBC Approved Meal Plan
Breakfast: two poached eggs, spinach with fresh cucumber, lemon and lime juice
Snack: blueberries with a squeeze of lime juice
Lunch: white fish with sweet potato and broccoli. Sprinkle some chia seeds on top
Snack: raspberries and coconut yoghurt
Dinner: white fish bone broth with a small side of sauerkraut
Bedtime: aloe vera, turmeric, and lemon juice
NOW DO THE WORKOUT…
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