Weight Loss Exercise Routine

Weight loss is a topic that needs no introduction. Every morning when you get dressed and have to hold your breath to fit into a pair of slacks or when you look into the mirror and notice the extra chin that should be, you are reminded. Such events can be emotionally devastating and cripple your self-confidence. Why go through that hassle if you don't have to?

As with most traditional weight loss plans, exercise should be a main focal point. Exercising, as does dieting, will help your body to run smoother and burn more calories at a faster and healthier way. In saying that, here are the three primary types of exercise that will help you to lose weight.

Stretching

Stretching helps maintain sound posture. With good posture, you ensure a better flow of blood throughout your body and healthier organs.

From a standing position bend down and touch your toes. Hold for 10-15 seconds. Raise your upper body upward until you reach a standing position then stretch your arms towards the ceiling. Hold that position for 10-15 seconds. Next, rotate your hips left to right for about 10 repetitions apiece on each side. 

Raise your left arm and fold it into a right angle. Grip your elbow with your right arm and pull right. Repeat to the other side. While standing, roll your neck in a circular motion to one side for 15-20 seconds then repeat to the other side.

The above are just a few of the many different options available to you. With every workout be sure to focus on the two major areas of your body-upper body and lower body. Whichever muscle group that you work out, please remember to stay consistent with the amount of time that you stretch. Inadequate stretching can lead to a pulled or torn muscle, leave you inactive and delay your weight loss plan.

Aerobic training

Cardiovascular training is a key aspect of your exercise routine and weight loss plan. Why? Because it improves the condition of your heart and lungs. Low or poor cardiovascular health will leave you tired and with low energy. High cardiovascular health, you will improve your stamina and boost your energy.

Being in great shape cardiovascular wise will also make working out easier and more efficient. Walking, jogging, running, and swimming are all examples of activities that you can engage in to improve your cardiovascular health. Part of the battle with weight loss is doing things that you're comfortable with. Find one or two activities that you like and run with it.

Strength training

Strength training can offer tremendous value to your weight loss plan. Sedentary muscles burn more energy than idle fat. When you lift weights your body responds to the stress and pressure by slightly tearing. As a mechanism to respond, your body repairs your muscles and subsequently they become stronger.

Here are a few options to consider incorporating and making a staple in your strength training regimen. After stretching and getting the blood flowing actively through your body and select a muscle group that you desire to target.

The bench press is one of the first exercises that come to mind. If you are unaware, this type of exercise will work out you chest and arms. 

If you are just starting, take it easy with the weight. You should be able to steadily control the barbell and push up and down with just enough resistance so that you can successfully complete 10 reps. Follow this exact process for two more sets and add weight and decrease the reps for optimal resistance training and strength training.

This is just one of many examples of many strength training options. Again, as with stretching, identify which muscle group you want to target. Lower body, midsection, and the upper body are all areas to focus on. Generally heavy weights and low reps will build more muscle mass while higher reps and lower weights will help with toning. Figure out which concept fits your needs and get started!

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