4 Keys to Weight Loss
by:
Chad Anderson, CSCS
First off, let me start by expression this list is by no means exhaustive. However, if you can manage these 4 important components of a weight loss program, you wish be on your way to a slimmer body.
Build the Foundation
Many folk begin a weight loss program with their basal metabolic rate (BMR), which is the figure of energy (calories) your body uses in a resting state, in the gutter. The key then is to increase your BMR so that you are burning more calories throughout the day, every day. Increase the figure of calories you burn, increase the figure of fat you lose. Does sense, yes? The better way to increase your BMR is through adding muscle tissue. Females often shudder at the idea of adding muscle due to their fear of becoming “bulky.” Relax babe! It’s a little harder to add that kind of muscle mass than you think. Besides, a little muscle mass goes a long way toward achieving a throw
body. And this is what you want, right?
Specificity of Program
Not simply any exercise program wish do for weight loss. Just burning calories is not nice enough. The program must be designed to elicit specific secretion
responses that are contributing to weight loss. I’ll give you a hint…hours and hours of cardio is NOT the answer!
Consistency
This one pretty more speaks for itself. Have you ever achieved thing
great with an inconsistent effort? Unless you consider failure a great achievement, you probably haven’t. You must exercise systematically
to get the results you want! It amazes me how galore folk put so little effort into their exercise program and complain simply about not seeing results. Even as the most well designed programs are useless if they are not adhered to on a consistent basis.
Diet
Again, this one goes without saying. You can’t expect to accomplish a throw
body by continued
your unhealthy feeding habits. This isn’t to say that you should drop everything in your diet instantly and exchange it for “healthy” food. You would-be end up miserable and revert back to your old habits inside
a month. Instead, practice moderation and don’t overindulge. Also, phase certain unhealthy foods out of your diet piece introducing healthier foods. The transition wish be easier to do and a lot easier to maintain.
Chad Anderson, CSCS operates an online fitness programming and in-home personal training service. He holds a BS degree in exercise science with a minor in nutrition and is a Certified Strength & Learning Specialist through the NSCA. You can visit his website at www.afitsolutions.com.
chad@afitsolutions.com
