If
yes, then watch
the video below because I'm going to share with you a very interesting
story about running and diet and why you may want to
reconsider what you're currently doing to get thin.
This
is based on my
own personal results. But here's the thing, I've
since used this info to help many others get rapid results that were
not getting anywhere by their insistent running to lose weight.
So
if you want a natural way to lose weight, than this is for you.
Here's
the video - make sure to watch all of it.
What
do you think?
Once again, if running to lose weight
has been
working for you than by all means keep doing it. It's just
that I've found muscle development to be far more effective.
I
realize this is almost "counter intuitive".
Most
people have this idea in their minds that CARDIO type exercises such as
running
are better for getting results. After all, how could a "slow"
workout like lifting weights burn more calories than running?
But
what you may not realize is that it can do just that.
When
you focus on muscle you contract that fiber. That fiber then
breaks down and reconstructs itself (that's why you get sore after
lifting weights). Well this breaking down and building up
burns a TON of calories and on hand fat stores.
So
lifting weight can actually burn way more fat than running because
you're not only burning calories while you lift, but for days on end
after the exercise session while muscle is breaking down and
rebuilding.
Imagine exercising
like this doing this 5 days each week!
Also,
one of the major advantages that weight training and other muscle
development exercises have over running is that they tend to be
"sustainable".
Running
to lose weight, especially if you're doing this on a daily basis, tends
to wear down your body giving you sore joints and hips.
Strength
training can be done in a way that actually benefits joints.
Once
again...
There
Are 2 Problems With Running
1.
It can be very hard on your joints (knees, back, etc).
2.
It's a "steady state" exercise.
First,
let's address #1.
And once again - I realize a lot
of this is repeat, but I want to make sure everyone understands my
personal experiences with clients.. I'm not saying
that running
to lose weight fast is a bad choice for you, I'm simply
saying I believe there are far better methods.
Ok.
So most runners typically run in one
of two places. On the blacktop. Or on the treadmill.
These
are what we refer to as "hard" surfaces.
I
believe that running long distances on hard surfaces like
concrete roads is one of the single most harmful exercises you
can partake in for weight loss.
Remember, these are my
beliefs.
There are some studies that disagree and
some that support my claims.
As I indicated in the
video - you need to keep an open mind and determine what's best for you
based on your own "real-life" results.
Here's a few
examples...
Listen to this. There are
actually some studies that have found that running actually can benefit
the knees. One in particular was run at The University of
California at San Fransisco and published in the American Journal of
Sports Medicine. Participant included people 40 and under
with "virgin knees" - basically those who had run in 3 or fewer
marathons.
MRI scans recorded on the knees of these
runner after finishing marathons could not indicate any significant
damage.
On the flip side of this...
several studies indicate that this constant "pounding" greatly
wears on your knees and other joints.
In my opinion,
this is why runners typically have so many joint and feet problems.
It's just a result on constant impact on hard surface.
Again, not every running experiences this, but many do.
Especially those who are overweight.
Now
let's talk about #2.
And this is the single biggest
reason the I don't think running to lose weight is the best exercise
for you.
Running is a steady state
exercise.
This means that it's performed at a
monotonous, constant pace.
Speaking from personal
experience,
these are NOT the best forms exercise. From
what I've seen, a far better option for losing weight would be
"Interval Training".
This simply means,
short
burst of intense exercise (like 30 seconds or a minute)... followed by
short rest periods of about a minute. Several
studies have indicated that interval training burns far more fat than
"steady state" exercises like running to lose weight.
Plus,
like I said, I have also witnessed the results myself.
So
if you need to lose weight fast, here's what I would do.
Try This Instead of
Running To Lose Weight Fast
If
all you've been doing is running or some other variation, then I would
mix it up a bit and begin to do some form of muscle development
exercise at least 5 days each week.
This could be
weight lifting (I think that's best) or something like cross fit.
Now.
If you refuse to do this (I realize that many of you are as
stubborn and set in your ways as I am!) then I would give up running
(at least for two weeks) and focus on interval
training.
This means you'd
still be doing cardio,
just something a bit different.
What you could do is
use a Stairmaster at
the local gym and implement interval training.
Interval
training can be done with pretty much any cardio exercise. It's
a proven fat burner.
This
means you'd climb super intense for about 60 seconds... and then rest
for about 30 to 60 seconds. Then repeat this several times.
I'd
be willing to bet this will work better for you than running to lose
weight.
Now. You can also apply this form
to other workouts. For example, swimming would be one (which
by the way is one of the greatest exercises to burn fat rapidly).
There are others.
Ok. So I'm all
about examples here at Naturally Lose Weight Fast. It's one
thing to tell people something, it's completely different to actually
show them. So if you'd still like to run and you're one of
those people who have not been getting some results, but not the best,
then switch up the environment.
For example, trying
running on an incline.
Or better yet. And
based off of my own personal experience I've found this to be the best
- trying interval running on an incline. This works like
gangbusters for burning calories.
Here's the way it
would look.
Run one
minute Rest 30 seconds Run one minute Rest
30 seconds Run one minute Rest 30 seconds And
so on and so on...
If
you repeat this cycle for 10 intervals, you are going to be SHOCKED at
how tired you are. This is also a fool-proof way to BUMP your
heart rate through the roof and burn a ton of calories! If
you are going to do this than make sure you have great running shoes.
Seriously guys, don't try to exercise in junk shoes because
it just makes for a poor experience!
I actually had
a friend give me the NIKE's below as a gift and I love them.
They are lightweight and like "heaven" on my feet!
If you're running to lose
weight or whatever type of exercise you're doing, the shoes will make a
world of difference. I also have some friend at the Gym who
swear by Vibram fivefingers. Have you ever seen this type of
shoes...
There are actual studies on them
that show that these shoes strengthen your feet! It makes
perfect sense because walking around in bare feet can actually improve
your posture and alignment - so this would be the next best think.
Plus, you can actually run in these things guys!
Just something to spice up your running and other exercises a
little.
If
You Need To Lose Weight Fast - Do This
Alright. So there was a bunch of info
on running to lose weight fast. For those of you who really
want rapid results. Than, as I indicate in the video above,
you're going to want to mix your exercise with some basic diet tips.
(I shared the protein one in the video.)
What
I'd do is go right now and read the Naturally Lose Weight Fast home
page because if you combine your exercise with those steps - it's going
to skyrocket your results!
That's all the info I have for now
guys.
I truly hope you found this article and video
useful.
After reading the home page make sure to
visit the site map below and check out all the articles on workout
routines. Or better yet, simply visit the search tab above
and type in muscle development for some alternatives to running.
Taking the time to read this info will dramatically increase
your chances of rapid results.
Once again guys, it's
all about widening your point of view.
I
work with a bunch of people who are so "narrow minded" it's amazing how
they function. My point is simple, if you're so "hell-bent"
on running to lose weight that you can't notice your results
stink, than you're probably just going to keep on struggling.
If,
on the other hand, you try something different as I've recommended in
this article and the video above, the results must change for you.
Remember, different approach equals different results!
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