Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Fat to Fit

Most people seem to over complicate things when it comes to fat loss and weight loss in general. There are no secret methods, magic diets or potions to take.

Hard work and discipline is what you need.

I think the main reason people try and then fail at fat loss, is that they don't want to work hard enough to see the results they say they want.

Want to lose 10 lbs this month?
Very doable but it will require hard work:

consistent training
consistent, clean eating
dedication to your goal

This is very simple but not easy for most people. Let's face it, fat loss is tough! If it wasn't, every one would have a 6 pack!

Here is your Fat to Fit guideline:


Getting fit and losing fat requires some work, hard work in fact. But losing fat does not have to be confusing. Here are your steps to get from fat to fit.

Step 1: Lift Weights

Lifting weights will build muscle and burn fat by boosting your metabolism. metabolism a big And it just plain makes you look better.

Step 2: Perform Interval Cardio

Interval cardio burn more fat after the workout than traditional cardio.It is also very efficient, requiring only about half the time as a typical cardio session. Busy guys cannot afford to waste time doing non efficient workouts, so include interval cardio.

Step 3: Eat More Protein

Protein keeps you feeling satiated longer which is great for when you are cutting calories. It also has a high thermic effect, meaning it requires costs your body more energy to processing it. It also, of course, aids in building muscles and recovery.

Step 4: Eat more Fat

No, not fried fatty foods! Good healthy essential fats. Foods that are high in good fats are nuts and nut butters, olive oil and fish. When you are trying to losing fat, you need to eat fat. A low fat diet has no place in a fat loss program. Fat, along with protein keeps you full longer.

Step 5: Eat More Fiber

Most people don’t get nearly enough fiber in their diets. Try to eat about 30 grams or so a day, more if you can. Focus on fruits and vegetables and whole grain, high fiber foods. Read the labels! Chances are, the farther from its natural state a food is, the less fiber it has.

Step 6: Cut calories

I saved this one for last because it is the most misunderstood, but yet the most basic. You need to cut calories to lose fat. Don’t be fooled by the claims of eat all you want diets. The bottom line is that to lose fat, you need to take in and/or burn less calories than your body requires to maintain itself. Nothing drastic here, start with 250 to 500 calories a week and continue until your fat loss stops. Once you reach a plateau, continue to cut. You also should be increasing your energy expenditures. More exercise will amount to you being able to eat more and still maintain a deficit.

Use these tips top jump start your fat loss program. The basics will get the job done every time. Fat loss is not complicated. Follow the basics, work these principles and your fat loss efforts with take off!

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