I was told sometime ago that a good way to burn fat when weight training is to use lighter weight, but more reps per set. For instance, instead of doing a single arm curl with a 20lbs weight and 10 reps per set, use a 15lbs weight and do 15 reps per set. Any truth behind this?
2006-09-18 08:20:58 · 3 answers · asked by Diego V 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
My ideas? Try to do 200 minutes of cardio a week. Remember fat does not turn into muscle, so you need to lose your fat while putting on muscle. Work hard, but don't over 60 minutes at a time. Do planks and other abs exercises on alternate days.
On training days, do 5-10 minutes of cardio to warm up, then do your weight training. Do 30 to 60 minutes more of cardio, then go home.
The best time to eat is just after your workout within an hour when your metabolism is raging. For your muscles, incorporate some isolated soy protein or whey protein. Whey is more potent but the soy tastes better!
Don't look at your scale as the be all and end all, but get a measuring tape to check your progress, and that will show more tangible results.
Read magazines like Shape, Womens Fitness, Fitness, etc to get tips and to stay motivated.
Good luck and stick at it. This plan has lost me 20 lbs in 12 weeks so far, just go for it!
2006-09-18 08:58:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes its often used to define a muscle. It also had benefits such as burning more fat and calories, while increasing your stamina. Many bodybuilders use this method 4 weeks before contest as they are trying to "cut up" as much as possible.
2006-09-18 08:24:25 · answer #2 · answered by Smiley 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best way to burn fat is with cardio. and keep ur heart rate between 60-80% capacity
2006-09-18 08:36:09 · answer #3 · answered by My 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋