Cardio and strength training for fat
loss
The ultimate combination for fat loss and
toned up muscles
Weight training used to be feared as a weight
loss tool because people (women in particular) thought that
it would make you bulkier. Research has proven that weight
training is a great way to assist your weight loss and
fitness efforts. A little bit of muscle looks great and has
an added benefit of helping you burn more calories.
Weight training and cardio are great ways to
burn calories and tone muscles and when you do them in
conjunction; you can get a synergistic fat-blasting effect.
The scope of this article will not be how to
perform weight training exercises or how to do cardio in a
way that most effectively burns fat. This article will help
you know how to work cardio and weight training into your
life and give you some tips on how to get started.
If you have ample time
during the week to devote to your workouts then you may want
to consider a schedule that keeps your cardio and strength
training separate. An example may be:
Monday – Weight training
Tuesday – Cardio
Wednesday – Weight
training
Thursday – Cardio
Friday – Weight training
Saturday – Cardio
Sunday – Rest
If you are more strapped
for time, consider doing your cardio and strength training
on the same days:
Monday – Cardio/Weights
Tuesday – Off
Wednesday –
Cardio/Weights
Thursday – Off
Friday – Cardio/Weights
Saturday – Off
Sunday – Off
Your cardio options can
consist of anything ranging from running to home exercise
equipment such as treadmills or elliptical machines.
Strength training can be done with an inexpensive set of
dumbbells, a bowflex, or by joining a gym. There are
numerous options as far as exercise equipment goes. Find
what fits your lifestyle and something that you will enjoy.
If you have no clue
about eating right then consider Nutrisystem. Otherwise
continue building your education on healthy eating. Strive
to do better each day. Challenge yourself to find foods that
are good for you and delicious.
I wish for you the best
of health!
Bill
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