For most, weight loss is loaded with confusion. Especially now that spring is here, the sun is coming out and summer is just around the corner. It's that time again to reveal the shoulders, arms and legs.
For some it's a good thing, and for others there is some room for improvement.
Fitness Together Franchise Corporation (FTFC), the world's largest fitness training franchise has set up over 400 private personal training studios for franchisees. They tell us the 5 most effective ways to get in shape and stay in shape, for the rapidly approaching summer days.
1. Decide to exercise every day - 60 minutes of vigorous exercise, every day, will eventually whip anybody into great shape. But for many, either the body is not ready for this much exercise, or there is not an hour a day to devote to an exercise routine. Either way, studies have shown that daily vigorous exercise can lengthen lifespan and promote numerous health benefits. "You must make the time," reports Rick Sikorski, CEO and Founder of FTFC, who set up his first personal training studio in Phoenix over 25 years ago, and quickly opened up 3 more to meet the rapid demand. If you get bored easily, doing the same routine day in and day out, Mr. Sikorski suggests mixing it up. "On Monday take the dog for a long walk, play tennis on Tuesday, go for a swim at the local pool on Wednesday, go for a bike ride on Thursday and go for a hike on Friday."
2. Eat 5-7 small meals per day - Eating small, frequent, sensible meals throughout the day will level out blood sugar and provide the appropriate nutrition needed to get through the entire day. As a rule of thumb, learn to eat meals based upon next activities. If going to the office to sit in front of the computer for 3-4 hours is next on the to do list, it is suggested that one eats a light meal. On the other hand, if a long walk, a swim or other physical activity is coming up, eat a larger meal. "I think many people make the mistake of eating their largest meal before going to bed. This almost guarantees to teach the body to store more calories as excess body fat," reports Mr. Sikorski.
3. Reduce calories by 300 per day (if over daily amount) - This may be a bit analytical for some, but Fitness Together says that losing weight is a matter of calories in and calories out. "If you take in less calories than you burn, your body will incur a 'calorie deficit', causing the body to lose weight," reports Fitness Together. While Fitness Together does warn against cutting calories too drastically, if calories are reduced by 300 per day, times 30 days in a month, this represents a 9000 calorie deficit -- approximately 2 ½ half pounds of body fat gone, safely. Combine this calorie reduction with exercise and the odds are heavily stacked in one's favor to win the fight against body fat. "For most, the only variable is the length of time it will take as some have more bodyfat than others," Mr. Sikorski reports.
4. Consult a personal trainer - Personal trainers train, study, and devote themselves to being a better health and fitness expert every day. "If you just book one session to ensure you are on the right track, your body will thank you for it. Consider it an insurance policy to help you get and stay in tip top shape," Mr. Sikorski says.
5. Lift weights with less rest between sets - Not only does properly lifting weights strengthen the musculoskeletal system and support bone structure, but a strength training program is key in developing a strong, physically attractive body. And by not resting in between sets, the heart rate remains up, literally telling the body to burn body fat. In addition, added muscle helps the body to burn more calories by increasing the metabolic rate, further assisting calorie burn while at rest.
Fitness Together has helped thousands of people over 25 years get in better shape. Whether losing weight is under doctor's orders or a personal health goal, a local Fitness Together studio offers clients private personal training services with a professional certified personal trainer in a small studio setting.
Put these five fat burning strategies to work and Fitness Together says anyone can reach thier fitness goals safely and quickly.
Highlands Ranch, CO (
PRWEB) May 10, 2007
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