So you want to lose a few pounds and get in shape pretty fast. I assume you've got a diet plan in order and are searching for some fast weight loss exercises to speed up the fat burning process, and get you down to your goal weight as soon as possible.
In this article I will share with you three of the best exercises I know for rapid weight loss. Of course there are many to choose from, but for me, these rank at the top for burning calories and defining muscle.
1. Get your running shoes on: Many people don't consider running as an option to lose weight, probably because they think it's going to be really hard, and only super fit people do it. I mean, when do you ever see a fat jogger right?
But the truth is, You hardly ever see a fat runner because running burns more calories and strips more fat than pretty much any other exercise. It really isn't that hard either. Just like any other physical activity you try, start small and increase your workout gradually.
First off, you'll need a quality pair of running shoes. It's sometimes a good idea to ask in the shop for advice, as you may have flat or curved feet. Running in the wrong type shoe can sometimes course aching feet. Now you got your shoes, lets get running...
There are two ways for beginners to start running. You could either take the bull by the horns and run one or two miles if your confident you can do it. Or, run then walk, then run in two minute intervals, which you can increase over time till your up to running one mile without stopping.
Run your average two miler workout three days between Monday to Friday and one long distance workout on the weekend. Your long run should be increased around 20% each week and no more. This increase in distance on your long run workouts is the key to rapid weight loss.
Final note: Don't worry about getting so out of breath, you have to stop. Everyone has these moments at the beginning. When your feeling this way, try and slow right down to almost a walk, but still jogging. You should be able to get your breath back and then carry on without stopping. Of course, if you feel unwell at any time, stop and recover.
2. Get weight training: It's often thought that weight training Is purely for building muscle and has nothing to do with weight loss, but think again. There's a lot of great research that has been done, which suggests that lifting weights is exactly what you should be doing if your serious about burning calories.
Studies show that after a good session on the weights you will experience a high boost in your metabolic rate. This means, the rate in which you burn calories increases, even hours after your workout. So your not only burning fat at a supper fast rate, your also tightening, shaping and defining you body.
Joining a gym is a good idea because not only you have use of all the equipment, but there's normally someone around to answer any questions you may have. Also, having someone to train with can really make a difference when it comes to motivation.
3. Step & stairs workouts: These are real lower body burners you can easily do from home. Their designed to strip fat and shape your hips, bum and legs with dramatic results, but like anything else, you must take action and commit to these exercises each day.
For the stairs workout: Walk up and the stair for around two minute, then rest for one minute. Repeat this routine four times and be sure to rest in between sets, this is important. There's no doubt you'll feel this exercise working all the right areas. Expect your legs to burn like crazy and feel like jelly afterwards.
For the step workout: Use the bottom step of the stairs for this one, or a low stool or chair, no higher than your nee. Step up then down continuously for two minutes, then rest for one minute. Repeat this routine four time. Now try the same exercise but with a side step. Side step up for one minute with the right foot, and then turn around and do the same with the left. Again, repeat this routing four times with rests in between.
You may find that you can push a little longer than the times I've given here. On the other hand, you may need to build up to this level. Once you are comfortable with these workouts and start to find them easier over time, be sure to increase the time for each set.
Remember that with any such exercise, everyone has different fitness levels. So take your time at first, get to know your own physical ability. If you feel ill at ant time stop, and above all else, be careful!
Sometimes we all need a little help, a push in the right direction. Rob Davies is a diet and fitness researcher with an obsessive passion for the weight loss problem.
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