Weight Loss Is In The Calories, Part 3

We have looked at what calories are in part one and how many calories you need to loose in part 2 of weight loss is in the calories. In part three, we shall look at working out, calories and weight loss. We've seen that everything you do burns calories. Whether it is watching television or sitting and reading this article and that doesn't exclude working out. Working out is key in burning calories and ultimately loosing weight. The truth is, you can workout more and burn more calories. Be it man or woman or child, workout is beneficial. Over and above eating fewer calories in a day, you can workout 4 or 5 days a week and burn more calories.

Eating less and working out more complement each other. You burn more calories hence loosing more weight. But as pointed out in part 2, do not over-do it. Work out routines are important in your weight loss program, as weight loss is all about being in a calorie deficit. Workouts can be classified into 2.

1. Cardio/Aerobic Training
2. Strength Training

Cardiovascular workouts are very important when incorporated in a weight loss program. Whether loosing alot of weight or whether loosing a small amount of weight, cardio is extremely effective. The best cardio exercise is the one you will be comfortable doing daily, consistently. It should be noted that, cardio should not be a substituted for strength training. It is a great way to accelerate fat burning. Examples in this category that produces great results include walking, running, jumping rope, bicycling, swimming, elliptical trainer, rock climbing and step aerobics. The best times to perform aerobic exercises is either early in the morning, with an empty stomach or right after strength training.

Strength training is also important for weight loss. This workout routine requires your muscles to exert force against some form of resistance. Strength training yields great results especially in shaping up the body and providing more energy and endurance to the person. To get terrific results, it should be performed 2 to 3 times a week, with a 20 minute interval. Be sure to stretch before you do your strength training routines to prepare your joints for movement and avoid injury. Some common routines in this category include the bench-press using weights, the barbel row, use of weights, bicep and triceps curls, use of barbels and dumbbells.

A combination of cardio and strength training at least 4 to 5 times a week will yield success not only in your weight loss program but also you will gain alot of energy, endurance and your body will shape up in the long run. Remember to maintain consistency. Our three part course has come to an end, now you know how to loose weight as far as calories is conce
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