In the world of fitness, it is commonplace to think that losing fat with weights is not only effective, but also simple. Weight lifting burns calories, although not as much as running, cycling or swimming. When you burn more calories than you take in, you lose weight. Also, the muscle tissue you build through weight lifting will burn more calories than fat, even when you are in a resting condition. Weight training should be associated with a healthy diet, daily activities and aerobic exercises, as part of a well-rounded healthy lifestyle.
Steps
Step 1. Warm up by walking for 3-4 minutes
You could use a treadmill.
Step 2. Do bodyweight exercises before or after aerobic exercises, such as pushups, abdominal exercises, or squats
Step 3. Include weight lifting in daily exercises such as walking and running
Step 4. Replace some aerobic sessions with anaerobic workouts
For example, instead of running 4 days a week, you run for three days and lift weights for one day. You can also reduce the time you dedicate to aerobic activity on a specific day, to the advantage of anaerobic activity.
Step 5. Drink lots of water every 10 minutes
It increases physical stamina as well as the level of fluids in the body. It also helps to cope with other exercises and to burn fat.
Step 6. Circuit training - quickly switch from one anaerobic exercise to the next - increases your heart rate and helps you burn more calories
Step 7. Search for different types of exercises in your favorite fitness magazine or via an online search engine
Many fitness experts offer their advice on their sites. Many exercises do not require the use of weights, but only the weight of your body.
Advice
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- Wrong concept: You cannot lose weight only in a specific area through anaerobic activity. For example, doing squats to strengthen your legs will not be enough to reduce fat. However, the muscles will make those areas look better by reducing the surface area where the fat is located.
- Misconception: Women are particularly interested in the discourse of losing fat by lifting weights, due to the preconception that they would end up developing a physique like that of bodybuilders. It takes years of intense work with weights to become like this. Weight training is perfect for both genders and can contribute to a healthy and toned physical appearance.
