5 Easy Steps to Boost YOUR Metabolism

Looking to boost your metabolism and increase fat loss? 
Many people believe in the calories in vs calories out approach combined
with excessive cardio workouts to improve fat loss.  This will surely take a toll on your metabolism and set you up for long term consequences.   Take the time to incorporate some simple changes into your day.  It’s being
consistent with the changes for 8 weeks in order to see results.

1—Eat More Protein:  This is an essential
macronutrient found in the cells of the body. 
During exercise the muscle is broken down, in order to repair the
muscle, protein assists in the muscle growth. 
The goal is to aim for 1 gram of protein/lean mass of body weight.   For example, if a 150 lb woman has 100 lb of lean body mass, she should program her meals to include 100 grams of protein during the day.

2—HIIT:High Intensity Interval Training is the best form of exercise to boost the
metabolism.  Nothing will transform your
body faster and burn more fat!  It’s also
developed for the individual, not the group. 
It should leave you breathless but with ample time to recover.

3—Drink More Water:  Drink water likes it your
job.  You should drink 3-4 liters of
water each day prior to 6pm.  At least
one liter before leaving the house in the morning for work!  Water is vital in keeping you hydrated and
feeling satiated.  It keeps your liver
working at 100% efficiency so that it can do its job of metabolizing fat.

4—Walking Is NOT Exercise:  Walking is essential to
staying healthy and active but it is not exercise for most of us.  It’s active rest.  How many people exercise for one hour each
day but remain sedentary?  More people
than you think!  The more you move and
stay active the better your health!  In
addition to your workout, set a daily goal for the miles you walk each day.

5—Zzzzzzzzzzz: That’s right, get your sleep.  Although
sleep does not have any calories, it plays a major role in regulating your
metabolism.  Just one week of not getting
enough sleep can slash your metabolic rate and make it harder to lose
weight.  Rest, recovery, and sleep are
commonly overlooked in a fitness program. 
Get those Zzzzzzs!

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