It’s one thing to diet and train hard to get lean. It is another to stay same for long term. So if you think you know the drill on getting a good body, let me tell you one thing, we aren’t after good; we aim for great. Here are the 8 tips for getting rid of that extra fat and to prevent it from returning.
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Start you engine early
The best way to win the race of fitness is to start your motor early. People who work out in the morning are likely to have fewer excuses compared to those who work out in afternoon or post-work.
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Eat more fat
Consuming enough of good fats helps you lose fats. It also helps in faster recovery from workout and is also good for your heart. Goods fats include fats from fish, nuts, olive oil, peanut butter, etc.
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Go herbal
Among all other health benefits, green tea will help you to burn more calories daily. Green tea is rich in antioxidants contents and would help repair the damages that could lead to diseases.
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Power your meals with Protein
Increasing protein intake will increase your metabolism and would help in maintaining muscle mass, all of which will result in faster fat-burning.
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Train with weights
Running might burn more calories than one-hour strength training but weight training causes you to burn calories days after the work out is over.
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Stay on move
The leanest people on earth move around a lot more than those with average or above average body fats. It simply means that if you have to work for a full time desk job, you got to work out more than an hour three days a week. Try to stand and move up and around- take stairs instead of elevator and make those coffee and lunch breaks useful by taking a brisk walk around the building or block.
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Go green
According to the studies, high fiber intake reduces calorie intake of the next meal and vegetable and fruits are rich in fiber. Try to eat more vegetable with every meal, except immediately before and after work out. Also make sure you eat whole fruits as source of energy instead of sugary drinks.
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Prioritize sleep
Those who do not get enough sleep at night tend to have slow metabolism. According to studies, sleep deprive people are more hungry and make poor food choices and also eat more. Get a sound sleep of 6-8 hours a day and also try to sleep early instead of sleeping late.
