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Have you ever thought about measuring your resting metabolic rate? Some people are convinced that they can’t lose weight because their metabolic rate is too slow. Are tests that measure metabolic rate even accurate? This article will give you the facts as well as an alternative to measuring your metabolic rate directly.
How many calories do you need each day to maintain your current weight? Here’s a formula you can use to determine that based on your age and body weight.
Resistance training should be part of your workout for a number of reasons. Not only does resistance training build strength and muscle mass, it helps preserve bone mass as well. What effects does resistance training have on your metabolism? Can it increase your basal metabolic rate and make it easier for you to control your weight? Find out what research shows.
Most people gain weight as they age, and they blame it on their metabolism. It’s true that basal metabolic rate slows down with age, but is this inevitable? Find out what you can do to keep your metabolism from slowing down with age.
