Work the Principles

You have heard me say it before that fat loss is simple. I also say that it is not easy. Knowing that it is simple but not easy makes it easier. Does that make sense?



Follow these principles for fat loss and you are guaranteed results.



1. Create a calorie deficit.

You must use more energy than you take in to lose fat. There is no way around this. You can do this by eating less, spending more or a combination of both. I suggest a combo approach.

You need to know how many calories you are currently eating. Then subtract between 250 and 500 per day. Coupled with an increased expenditure through exercise, you will be golden.



2. Perform whole body workouts at least 3x per week.

Full body workout routines are more efficient and also cut down on injuries as you are not working some muscles several days in a row as in many split routines. Focus on large compound moves. They burn lots of calories because so many muscles are being used and add in incomplete rest periods and your metabolism will be boosted for many hours after the workout.



3. Eat whole, natural foods.

Try as much as possible to stay away from packaged, processed foods. Stick to the basics; lean meat, fruits, vegetables and nuts. Foods that have few ingredients are the ones that will transform your body.



4. Do interval cardio.
Science has proven that interval cardio is more effective at fat loss than traditional cardio. It is more efficient and the risk of injury is lower. It takes half the time of regular long slow cardio and you get better results. Whats not to like?


There you have it, my fat loss principles. They are all basic and the basics are what work every time. The principles work if you work the principles.