Got body fat? This week we have 7 simple and effective
ways for you to shed that unwanted body fat. While fat loss can be quite
frustrating, these 7 strategies are proven to help you slim down fast.
1. Drink a Gallon of Water
Water is always a crucial element for proper
bodily functions, and even more so when fat loss is your goal. The conversion
of fat into energy takes place in your liver, and this process requires that
you be well hydrated.
Drinking a gallon of water over the course of
your day is a wonderful goal to aim for. This goal is easily met when you get
into the habit of sipping water throughout the day, coupled with drinking a
full glass before meals, upon waking and before bed. Get your self a large water bottle, preferably with a straw. Fill, sip, repeat. It is that easy!
2. Cut out Alcohol
This fat loss tip is always met with groans, but
despite its unpopularity it remains one of the most effective. The first reason
that alcohol should be cut out in order to lose fat is that it’s filled with
empty calories. These are simple sugars that taste great but add up quickly as
stored fat in all the wrong places.
The second reason that alcohol should be cut out
is that the simple energy that your body derives from the alcohol will be used
as energy long before your fat stores are tapped, making it impossible to
reduce body fat on days when alcohol is consumed. That should be incentive
enough for you to put down your glass and reach for some water.
3. Do a Variety of Aerobics
Variety is key when it comes to the aerobics side
of your routine. Getting in calorie-burning activities is crucial to quickly
eliminating fat stores. We no longer believe that long cardio sessions are the
holy grail of fat loss – but getting your body moving with calorie-burning
activities is a wonderful way to intensify your fat loss results.
The great thing about aerobic activities is that
they can and should be fun! Taking part in our awesome Small Group Fitness classes will get your body moving and help you burn those calories.
4. Cut out Processed Junk
This is one of the easiest ways to quickly and
effectively reduce body fat, and yet it is met with such resistance. Why? Why
is it so difficult for us to give up our packaged, processed snacks and treats?
This is one obstacle that prevents most people from achieving the body that
they want.
The best tip for successfully getting processed
junk food out of your life is to have wholesome alternatives on hand while
removing the junk food from your home. If you are a late night snacker, then be
prepared by having fresh fruit, sliced veggies, plain Greek yogurt or other
wholesome snack replacements on hand. When your belly is full of wholesome
snacks, it’s hard to care too much about the processed junk you missed out on.
And soon you’ll learn to love how lean and energetic these healthier foods make
you feel.
5. Lift Weights
You might consider this to be pretty obvious, but
many people are still resistant to the idea that resistance training leads to
fat loss. If you find yourself puzzled by the idea that lifting heavy things
will reduce the layer of fat on your body, then allow us to explain.
The act of lifting weights causes those targeted
muscles to stimulate new muscle tissue growth. Now this doesn’t mean that your
muscles are going to get noticeably larger (relax, ladies!) but it does mean
that your muscle tissue will become tighter and more toned. The increase in
muscle translates to a higher metabolism, which means that your body will
naturally burn fat faster and more efficiently.
6. Use HIIT
High Intensity Interval Training is a method that
has been quite popular in the past decade – and for good reason. This advanced
form of aerobics, when done correctly, is one of the most effective methods for
burning fat.
HIIT is achieved by performing short, intense
burst of aerobic intervals between less intense bouts of aerobics. For example,
2 minutes of walking followed by a 30 second sprint, done for 20 minutes.
7. Work with a Fitness Professional
When your car needs new brakes, you take it the
mechanic. When you wake up with a fever and sore throat, you go to the doctor.
When your hair gets too long, you go to get it cut. When you need to reduce
body fat, you...try to do it all on your own? That makes no sense.
Look, we all have our expertise, and we rely on
each other when in need. Our expertise is fat loss, strengthening and toning the body. When people in our community
need a new and improved body they come to us. We are passionate about getting our clients results, and our programs have been proven effective.
Call or email us today to get started on a fat
loss program that really works.
Is Your Drink Fat?
If you’ve ever gotten into the habit of
frequenting a coffee shop at the same time each morning, then you know that
most people drink the same thing every day. There’s the lady with her pumpkin
latte with whip, the guy with his black coffee and the college student with her
frappuccino. Same order every single day.
What’s your daily drink? If it contains sugar and
is high in calories then you’ve just identified your easiest way to reduce body
fat. Simply change your drink to something that is zero calorie. A green tea.
Plain coffee. Water.
Change your sugar-laden morning drink to a zero
calorie drink and try this for 30 days. You will be astounded at how much fat
you will have lost with virtually zero effort.
Low Carb Pumpkin Muffins
Here’s a muffin that isn’t sugary, starchy and
devoid of nutrients – like the muffins at your favorite coffee shop. These
muffins are rich in beta-carotene and contain half an egg’s worth of high
quality protein. The delicately sweet flavor will satisfy and have you coming
back for more. Servings: 12
Here’s what you need...
•
1/2 cup coconut flour (find at natural foods
store)
•
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
•
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
•
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
•
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
•
1/2 teaspoon salt
•
1/2 cup canned pureed pumpkin
•
6 eggs, beaten
•
3 Tablespoon coconut oil, melted
•
1/3 cup honey
•
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
•
12 pecans for topping
1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Oil muffin pans.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the coconut flour,
spices, baking soda and salt.
3
In another bowl, place the pumpkin puree then add
the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add melted coconut,
honey and vanilla and mix until well combined.
4
Add the flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture,
blend with a whisk until most lumps have disappeared.
5
Spoon into prepared muffin pan, filling each
muffin 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden.
6
Place on wire rack to cool.
Nutritional Analysis: One
serving equals: 127 calories, 7g fat, 230mg sodium, 11.7g carbohydrate, 3g
fiber, and 5g protein.
Call today for a consultation and assessment!
Phone: 219-548-3480
Web: Pumpsfitnessinc.com
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