When you're working hard to get fit and lose weight, you want a routine that offers maximum results. And you don't even need to become a gym rat; studies show that shorter bouts of exercise are more effective for fat loss. But what kind of exercise burns the most calories?
If you're dedicating valuable time in your day to a sweat sesh, chances are you want to know it's actually worth your time, right? Okay, now raise your hand if you've heard different fitness philosophies about the most-effective way to rev your heart rate. Specifically, some people say cardio is the ultimate calorie-burner, while other swear by strength training. Well, it's time to set the record straight.
The reason weight training has such a prolonged calorie-burn effect is because the greater the intensity, the more oxygen your body will need post-workout to recover and repair muscles, explains Miranda. By choosing exercises that ramp up that afterburn effect, “you get more bang for your buck in the long term,” she says. “Muscle is the most metabolically active tissue, so the more of it we have, the more effective we are at burning calories all day long.”
Breathe CorrectEvery workout requires you to inhale and exhale the right way in order to facilitate movement and bring in the necessary rhythm to the exercise
Quality Over QuantityRemember, 10 good repetitions with good range are far more productive than 25 cheated repetitions.
Increase The SpeedMany people try to work out a lot in little time. It is essential that you first get your form, frame and range in place. Then build on your strength and rhythm, and eventually build up the speed of your workout.
Wear The Right AttireThe right attire helps you to ensure smooth movements. Besides, you need to feel good about yourself while working out and visualise your muscles being worked up. It ultimately helps you to lose a few more calories.
Stick To A TimeAllot a particular time of the day for the workout and stick to it. Your body is used to working on a certain pattern and schedule. Disturbing the regime regularly upsets the rhythm of the body.