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Fat burning misconceptions and how to be effective:
When people think about fat-burning exercises, they usually mean which exercises use the most energy that allows the body to convert body fat (adipose tissue and visceral fat) into energy. This doesnât happen directly, via gluconeogenesis, the triglyceride molecules that are stored in body fat tissue are broken down into fatty acids, which enter the Kreb cycle and combine with oxygen in the aerobic system to create ATP. It is the ATP that the mitochondria in your muscle cells use. This is one of three key energy systems that your body can use.
For your body to use body fat for energy, you need to be in a caloric deficit, at the time energy is needed. Otherwise, your body will seek to convert the energy from the food youâve provided it.
When thinking about fat loss, going directly to fat burning may not be the most efficient or effective answer, and combining it with building muscle may result in significantly better results.designing a workout that includes resistance training / weight training and cardio helps improve the potential for losing body fat.
Incorporate progressive overload exercises where you keep increasing the weight until you reach failure followed by metabolic stress exercises where you keep increasing the reps until you reach failure to make the most out of your session. Also, donât skimp on leg day. Your legs and core have some of the biggest muscles in your body.
Low-Intensity Steady State (LISS) - Any cardio machine such as a cross-trainer, rowing machine or cycling or body weight movement or CV activity such as running, swimming or cycling, could also be brisk walking. While you are still performing a vigorous activity, you should be maintaining a heart rate in the weight management zone of roughly 75% of your maximum heart rate, which will feel like youâre on the verge of becoming uncomfortable. Short of breath, speaking in small sentences. This is a great way of managing weight, strengthening your cardiovascular system and improving endurance.
Walking/hiking is probably one of the most underrated exercises, yet it stimulates most of the 650+ muscles in your body and is accessible to most people wherever and whenever they are Working on how you walk to ensure you have correct alignment in your gait, you are comfortable and maintaining correct posture also improves your ability to continue to benefit from this exercise. Try aim for +10,000 steps each day if you can!
Maximizing Your Workouts with Weighted Vests: A Comprehensive Guide
Adding a weighted vest to your workout is like turning up the volume on your favorite songâit intensifies the experience. By increasing your bodyâs natural mass, you add resistance to your movements. This additional load challenges your muscles, cardiovascular system, and even your bones, making every exercise more effective. Whether you're into CrossFit, calisthenics, plyometrics, or just love a good cardio session, a weighted vest can take your performance to the next level. And for those of you who already feel the burn from lugging around a laptop backpack, you'll understand the concept of added resistance all too well!
The Benefits of Weighted Vests:
- Enhanced Cardiovascular Health: Wearing a weighted vest increases the effort required by your cardiovascular system during exercise. This added intensity boosts your heart rate, improving overall cardiovascular health and endurance. Over time, your heart becomes more efficient, making it easier to tackle both physical challenges and the daily grind.
- Increased Strength and Power: The extra weight forces your muscles to work harder, promoting greater strength gains. This is particularly beneficial for explosive movements like jumping, sprinting, and lifting. Your muscles adapt to the added stress, becoming stronger and more powerful.
- Improved Bone Density: As we age, maintaining bone health becomes crucial. The additional load from a weighted vest can stimulate bone growth and increase bone mineral density, reducing the risk of fractures and osteoporosis. This is a particularly important benefit for professionals in their 30s to 60s looking to stay active and healthy.
For busy professionals, integrating a weighted vest into your fitness routine can be a highly effective way to maximize your workouts. Not only does it save time by making each session more intense, but it also offers long-term health benefits that can keep you at the top of your game, both in business and in life.
So why not give it a try? Strap on a weighted vest, feel the burn, and watch your fitness level soar. Your future self will thank you!
Unlocking Your Business's Potential: Lessons from the Human Body
Imagine your business could automatically use the minimum resources needed to achieve maximum results. And what if it could also build a âwar chestâ for challenging times ahead? Exciting, right?
The human body is the most cost-effective "business" in the world, constantly striving to be as efficient as possible, gaining maximum results with minimum resources. Our bodies have evolved to convert nearly everything we consume into energy or building blocks to sustain themselves. This efficiency is driven by our fundamental human survival needs.
To maximize longevity, our bodies create a âwar chestâ by storing excess energy as body fat. This prepares us for times when food is scarce. In extreme situations, our bodies will even cannibalize muscle tissue to survive, demonstrating remarkable efficiency.
However, this ancient management approach is outdated. In the last couple of centuries, the security of our food supply has improved dramatically, and less physical effort is required to secure resources. This ease has led to a lifestyle where we consume more than we use, much like a business storing endless data without purpose, eventually becoming a burden.
Interestingly, obesity, once a mark of affluence, now spans all income levels, affecting many hard-working professionals. Many entrepreneurs, business owners, consultants, doctors, and engineers find themselves moving less, eating more out of convenience, and living high-stress lives.
If your body were a business with an insatiable appetite for informationâthe modern lifeblood of commerceâthe solution would be clear: a new approach and plan, aligned with its core values, managed and monitored to maintain balance and maximize ROI.
Core Elements for Personal and Business Efficiency:
- Mindset
- Meals
- Movement
- Moderation
- Measurement
- Method
Fit For Business and Fit For Life webclass
Whether you are a busy Business owner, consultant or entrepreneur who wants to improve functional fitness, lose body fat or tone up. You must create a version of yourself that is fit to perform to maximise your personal, business & financial gains.
There is one comprehensive framework that will accelerate your success, and that is having a bespoke fitness & lifestyle PLAN that positions. WHAT to do, WHEN to do it, & HOW to do it. There are 6 core elements we will cover:
Core Elements for Personal and Business Efficiency
- Mindset: Understand your core values, goals, and drivers. Applying simple risk management practices will help align your mindset, setting you up for success and internal motivation.
- Meals: Nutrition is crucial for a healthy lifestyle. It's not just about counting calories; the quality, quantity, timing, and type of food play significant roles in your progress and performance. Treat your nutrition like a strategic investment.
- Movement: Fundamental to many bodily systems, movement prevents breakdown and maximizes the return on your time and effort. Approach physical activity as you would a financial investment.
- Moderation: Rest and recovery are essential. Removing stress and taking time out contribute to a healthier, happier you. Balance your efforts with adequate downtime.
- Method: Develop a personalized method that works for you. Consistency and persistence are key to change. A well-structured method transforms your goals into sustainable habits.
- Measurement: As Peter Drucker said, âwhat isnât measured, isnât managed.â Monitor your progress to see improvements and make necessary adjustments. Avoid letting your body become complacent by varying your routines.
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