Is the Ryvita Bikini Fit Challenge Right for you?
This challenge is for people aged 18 and over with a BMI of at least 25 and over. You can check your BMI on the BMI Calculator below to see if the Bikini Fit Challenge is right for you.
Is the Ryvita Bikini Fit Challenge right for you?
This challenge is for people aged 18 and over with a BMI of at least 25. You can check your BMI on the BMI Calculator below to see if the Bikini Fit Challenge is right for you.
What's the difference between BMI and Body Fat Percentage?
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measurement used to calculate height to weight ratio using the BMI index – a table of recommended weights in relation to weight, build and height. A healthy BMI is between 20- 25.
Is it safe for me to take the Challenge?
Anyone who is over 18 and has a Body Mass Index (BMI) of over 25 can take part. Find out your BMI through the BMI calculator below. The Bikini Fit Challenge is designed to help you kick-start a healthier lifestyle but is only to be used for two weeks. If you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to talk to your doctor.
Dr Jennie Cockroft
Nutritionist
Getting healthy
There are no short cuts to getting healthy and we at Ryvita are committed to help encourage healthy and balanced lifestyles. We teamed up with one of the country's leading nutritionists Dr Jennie Cockroft RRPHNutr and created a calorie controlled plan to help you get Bikini Fit over a two week period.
Dr Jennie Cockroft commented "Starting is often the most difficult part of any healthy eating programme, but swapping bread for Ryvita Crispbread for two weeks and using suggested toppings as part of calorie controlled diet, is an easy change to make". However, having a balanced and healthy lifestyle is key to making a difference in the longer term.
A balanced diet
Once you've completed the Bikini Fit Challenge, it's worth maintaining some of the good habits you've developed. Whilst this section can't be the definitive source of healthy eating, we can offer some sensible advice.
Eat well
Base your meals on starchy food and eat plenty of fruit and veg. Bring more fish into your diet, whilst cutting down on saturated fats and sugar. Cutting down your salt intake to no more than 6g per day is going to have a very positive impact on your long term health. You should also limit your alcohol intake and drink more water each day.
Balance
It's important not to skip meals, especially breakfast. A nutritious breakfast each morning is going to help keep your blood sugar levels balanced, and improve your concentration.
Plan snacks at regular intervals throughout the day, as we suggested for the Bikini Fit Challenge. Mid-morning and mid-afternoon are the best times and don't use them as opportunities to indulge in calorific food.
Plan ahead and make sure you're well stocked with healthier snacks, such as fruit, yoghurt and of course Ryvita Crispbread, Ryvita Minis and Ryvita Goodness bars.
It's always good to aim for a balance of carbohydrate and protein in your main meals. Drink a large glass of water before you start eating as it will help fill your stomach, reduce the risk of overeating and prevent you from becoming dehydrated.