Sometimes, your metabolism works against you even
when you think you’re doing everything right. It’s time you took a good, hard
look at how your metabolism really works.
Check out the metabolism myths below and then use
your new knowledge to put your metabolism to work…
Myth 1: Metabolism Works from 9 to 5
Difficult as it may be to believe, your body’s
metabolism does not stop working when you do. In fact, your metabolism works
all day, every day. If it didn’t, you wouldn’t even have the energy to get out
of bed in order to read this article. (You are out of bed, aren’t you?) Also
the time of day that you eat isn’t what makes you gain pounds. It’s what you
eat. So if you think you can get away with eating that quarter-pounder with
cheese, bacon, mayo, and bun; a large order of greasy fries; and a 32-ounce
milkshake without any consequences—just because you ate it at lunch and not
late at night—think again! Eat smart all day long, have a healthy snack at
night if necessary, and then sleep well, knowing your metabolism is doing its
thing even while you’re catching some Zzzzs.
Myth 2: It Can’t Be Controlled
You’ve probably met someone who seems to be able
to eat anything they want without gaining weight. You may have even dreamed of
having such a metabolism. Well, there’s good news. You may not have the
metabolism that lets you do that just yet, but you can work toward it. Help
boost your metabolism by lifting weights, getting a good night of sleep, eating
enough protein to power you through the day, and drinking plenty of water. Want
something more than water? Here’s another smidgen of good news: a little
caffeine in your daily intake will help you get rid of calories faster than
going without. Just make sure your caffeine isn’t bathed in sugar and
unnecessary calories.
Myth 3: Skinny Folks Have Higher Metabolism
Yes, a high metabolism can help you burn more
calories than a low metabolism. But don’t let that fool you into thinking the
skinniest people around have the highest metabolism. Quite the contrary. If the
thinnest individuals had the highest metabolism, they would likely be
dangerously underweight. As it is, when you are very thin, your metabolism will
likely be lower, as there’s not much of you to burn away safely.
However, you shouldn’t grab the ice cream carton
in order to put on extra pounds to up your metabolism. Instead, focus on adding
muscle pounds via the weight room.
Myth 4: Getting Old Makes Your Metabolism Go
Bye-Bye
There is a bit of truth to this myth. As you age,
your metabolism will drop a tiny bit. Not enough to make a meaningful
difference, but it does drop. Much of this decrease (again—it is almost
negligible) is due to the typical muscle loss that accompanies aging.
Want to curb your body’s age-related drop in
metabolism? Include resistance training in your exercise routine. As you age,
keep up the weight training and you’ll keep your metabolism strong and steady
throughout all the stages of life. In the event it does drop a little, you’ll
be in such good shape you won’t notice.
Myth 5: You Can Eat Your Way to Higher Metabolism
Occasionally, the world is taken by a weight-loss
idea that is so simple you’d be a moron not to give it a try. One of these
recent ideas is that you can eat or drink certain things to boost your
metabolism and lose weight with greater ease.
While eating peppers on a regular basis and
drinking gallons of green tea each week offers some health benefits, it won’t
do more than temporarily boost your metabolism. Approximately half an hour
after consuming these supposed metabolism mega-boosters, the boost is over and
you’re back to your normal metabolism. A normal, well-balanced diet is a much
better option.
When it comes to achieving and maintaining your
most effective metabolism, a consistent and challenging exercise routine is
key. Call or email today and we’ll get you started on an exercise program that
will take your metabolism to the next level.
When you work with us we make it our personal
mission to get you the results that you deserve.
Let’s do this!
Every Little Bit Counts
Do you have diabetes or high blood pressure?
Did you know that by dropping as little as 5 to
10 percent of your body weight these problems can be greatly alleviated?
Just think how great you will feel after losing
excess weight and improving your health!
Strawberry MicroGreen Salad
Microgreens are tiny leafed vegetables that are
harvested when less than two inches tall. They have remarkably intense flavor
and high levels of vitamins and minerals. Pair this salad with a piece of lean
meat for an excellent, light meal. Servings: 4
Here’s what you need:
•
3 cups organic microgreens
•
1 cup sliced strawberry
•
strawberry dressing (6 strawberries, 1 Tablespoon
balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon olive oil, dash of salt and
pepper — blended)
•
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1
Toss the microgreens with strawberries and
dressing. Sprinkle with walnuts.
Nutritional Analysis: One
serving equals: 124 calories, 6g fat, 8g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, and 2g
protein.
Call today for a consultation and assessment!
Phone: 219-548-3480
Web: Pumpsfitnessinc.com
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