Posts tagged Strength Training
Add Strength Training to Your Workout to Boost Metabolism
Jan 20th
Did you know that a pound of muscle burns approximately 50 calories per day at rest? Strength training will help you add muscle and easily maintain a lower body weight. For discussion’s sake, say you gained five lbs of muscle tissue. That equates to having burned 250 (50 calories X 5 lbs = 250 calories) per day! By burning an extra 250 calories each day you could lose about a pound of fat every 2 weeks without making any other changes. Additionally, you could eat an extra snack each day and not gain an ounce.
The amount of muscle in your body dramatically influences the number of calories you burn each day; overall, gains are directly related to the height/weight of the individual. Oh, and ladies, do not put off strength training for fear of looking less feminine! Remember that what we are talking about is increasing your muscle mass for overall fitness, not body building where the emphasis is on “bulking up”. If you are still uncertain about incorporating strength training think of it this way: a pound of muscle is the size of a tangerine and a pound of fat is the size of a grapefruit. Which would you rather have on your body?
Strength training is the way to go, not only kick your metabolism into high gear but to look and feel great! If you are unsure of what to incorporate into your strength training regimen simply contact You Can NOW! Coaching at (800) 621-9770 or via email at info@youcannowcoaching.com and we will help get you going!
Yours in Health
Flossie Alexander
Life/Weight Loss Coach
You Can NOW! Coaching
Where Results ARE Typical!
About Flossie: Flossie is currently a member of the National Association of Professional Women and Toastmaster’s International. She is a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach as well as a Certified Wellness Coach with a successful track record in leading organizations and individuals into achieving healthy lifestyle goals. After overcoming obesity, losing 165 pounds in 18 months, she has developed a passion to help others through public speaking and one-on-one weight loss coaching. Visit Flossie at http://www.youcannowcoaching.com to start creating your new healthy lifestyle and lose unhealthy weight permanently.
