I've given up sugar and have been going on long rides almost every day, but I havent really noticed any significant fat/weight loss. What should I be doing to ensure I'm maxmizing the calories I burn?
2006-07-15 04:10:28 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
increase the level of resistance in your mountain bike, then ride like hell as if you're in a race.
2006-07-15 04:15:25 · answer #1 · answered by lamialestat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To maximize any exercise routine you have to vary it. For instance ride at a comfortable rate, then really put the power to your pedal for about 2 minutes; then slow down again. If you are walking, try for 4 minute mile. Walk at a normal pace, then walk as fast as you can for a couple of minutes. What this will do is rev up your metabolish so when you are finished with your exercise, your body is still burning up the fat. I would vary my routine also. Ride your bike one day, walk the next.
2006-07-15 04:22:22 · answer #2 · answered by Sassy OLD Broad 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wondered the same thing.
Supposedly, "interval training" is the best way to lose stubborn fat according to an article that I have read (See the answer from "sassy_old_broad" above me).
An interval is where you really raise you heart rate for a short stretch (by pedaling as hard as you can for about 1 minute -- preferably uphill) and then pedaling slowly for another minute (do not stop) to catch your breath. Keep alternating like this between fast and slow until you are worn out, or else you have had enough.
See your doctor first. Do not give yourself a heart attack.
2006-07-15 04:22:33 · answer #3 · answered by Randy G 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You body is probably converting body fat into muscle, so you may not see much weight loss initially. Are you noticing your cloth fitting better? Since muscle is denser than fat, it takes up less space an you may be getting thinner (and more importantly healthier) but not necessary losing much weight yet.
Keep at it and make sure to drink plenty of water. Your body needs the water to metabolize the stored body fat.
2006-07-15 04:23:09 · answer #4 · answered by Susanne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
weightloss software and exercising. summer time is type of a month away so as that purpose will no longer ensue. commence now although and also you'd be on your way. restriction your calorie intake to round 1900 energy an afternoon, eat 5 to 6 small nutrients an afternoon and exercising consultation 3 to 5 situations a week. that ought to get you all started.
2016-10-14 11:57:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep your heart rate at about 120-140 (considering you are less than 30 years old)
2006-07-15 04:13:44 · answer #6 · answered by alexandrecadrin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ride 10x the distance, go up hill
2006-07-15 04:12:33 · answer #7 · answered by crispy chicken 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes thats the one ride up hill
2006-07-15 04:16:06 · answer #8 · answered by hello 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just keep riding and riding.
2006-07-15 04:13:05 · answer #9 · answered by questionman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ride your bike off trail, that will really help! :)
2006-07-15 04:14:03 · answer #10 · answered by cute_ark_girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋