Lacing up for a run or getting into the gym takes a bit more effort than simply cutting down on your food, but the trade-off can be well worth it. Apparently people who lose weight through dieting alone, lose 65% of this through through body fat (hurrah!) with the remaining 35% coming from lean body mass (ahhhhhh). If you exercise as well then you can expect to keep hold of far more of that precious lean muscle while shifting the same amount of blubber, muffin tops, bingo wings etc.
Result: a more toned torso, a stronger, faster metabolism, and a better stamina to take on the day plus a general feel good factor post-workout. (as well as a great excuse to try a few recipes for rewarding yourself)
Putting it into practice: Researchers say that moderate changes are key to striking the right balance; so a 20% cut in calories plus 20 mins of exercise a day hits the sweet spot.
Ideas to get started: Power walking is a great way to start and get you up to running at intervals after just a few weeks, Pilates, Yoga, Swimming, Cycling, are all ways to incorporate easy exercise into your routine. Fun with friends or a partner is great and if you are interested in a short blast of toning try the 7- minute workout.
More exercises and reviews of exercises to come (from Power plates to Hell Runner we're throwing ourselves into it)
Live Healthy, Love Life x
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