Many people still believe the key to losing body fat is to do long periods of aerobic exercise. Here’s why that belief is false and why more intense training is the key to fat loss. This article also uncovers other myths about losing body fat.
So many myths about losing weight and body fat prevail – what are you to believe? Here are five of the most common fat loss myths dispelled – so you don’t have to fall for them.
Aerobic exercise versus weight training – which is more effective for fat loss? Intuitively, you might say aerobics, but science doesn’t support this idea. Find out what a new study shows about the effectiveness of each.
When your weight stops dropping after weeks of consistently losing weight, you might assume you’ve reached the dreaded weight loss plateau – but have you really? Sometimes a weight loss plateau isn’t your body adapting to your diet and exercise plan but due to eating a little more and exercising a little less. Does this apply to you?
Apples are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber but that’s not the only reason to munch down on one. Research shows apples contain a natural chemical called ursolic acid that may help with fat loss and muscle gains. Read on discover more about this intriguing compound in apples.
Cardiovascular training is an important part of any training program but not everyone approaches it the right way. Here are five common mistakes people make when doing cardiovascular exercise and how they make it harder to change your body composition.
High-intensity exercise is rapidly growing in popularity because it’s time expedient and it gets you in shape. But what role does it play in fat loss? Find out what research shows about high-intensity training and whether it trumps moderate-intensity exercise for fat loss.
If you’re working out regularly and aren’t losing weight and fat, it’s time to scrutinize your diet. Many people assume that because they’re exercising they can be lax with their diet. On the other hand, drastically reducing calories isn’t the answer. Here are five diet and nutrition guidelines that’ll help you get more results from your fitness program.
You already know that exercise is an ally when it comes to losing fat, but researchers have discovered another reason why. Exercise causes release of a hormone from the heart that “turns on” your body’s ability to break down fat stores. Find out more about this fascinating development.
