8 Ways Resistance Training Burns Fat

Ever gained a few pounds and decided to exercise to lose it? "Tomorrow, I am going to start running and lose this weight!" you think.  This seems intuitive as running and jogging burn a high amount of calories fairly quickly.

 

Although most think of aerobic activity first for fat- burning,  another exercise strategy may provide equal or even greater long-term fat-loss benefit.  In many subtle ways, resistance training can keep the fat off.

 

You do not need to choose between resistance and aerobic activity to stay fit. Most experts would recommend incorporating both into... read more

9 Things I Wish You Would Take My Word On.....

9.  If you see me at a party or social event, you REALLY do not need to confess to me about the brownie, cookie, piece of cake, bucket of chicken, etc. you ate last week.  I cannot offer you caloric immunity or absolution. :-)

 

8.  "Just getting older" is not the reason you are getting weaker.  Years of inactivity are the more likely culprit. Resistance train 3 times per week and you can maintain most of your strength into your 80's.



7. The earlier you start with a consistent exercise... read more

Doing What You Can Do

January was probably the busiest month of my professional career.  Consequently,  I did not exercise as much as I would like.  

 



One week I exercised twice.  

A couple of weeks I exercised three times.

One week I completed four sessions.

For many people, this would be a fairly active month.  However, for many reasons I typically exercise almost daily.  

A few years ago exercising only twice in one week would have probably caused me to panic.  I have since learned sometimes life gets extremely busy... read more

Simple Super Bowl Fitness Strategy

1. Workout before the game.  Even something like a 30 minute power walk can work;

2. Drink water throughout the day.  This can help fill you up and moderate your appetite;

3.  Eat something before you go to the game.  A sandwich, a salad or some fruit would work.



4.  Just graze on the munchies at the party.  If you have eaten beforehand, you will not go to the party hungry so it should be easier to resist some temptation.  Enjoy yourself but try not to overdo it;

5.  After the... read more