My Top Three Super Weight Loss Tricks

The fundamental approach to weight loss is to burn more calories than you take in, but sometimes no matter what you do it just does not work. You have hit the dreaded plateau. You need a change in exercise and possibly even diet. Try one or all of these tricks to reduce belly fat and jump-start your weight loss.

Add weights to your routine to increase weight loss and reduce belly fat.

The more muscle you have, the more fat you burn! Some of your weight loss will not show up because you have converted fat to muscle and muscle weighs more but looks so much leaner. The muscles you develop in your back will help to reduce that belly fat bulge.

To determine the weight you should start with, grab a 5-lb. dumbbell and do as many bicep curls as possible.

If you can do more than ten reps comfortably, use a higher weight. On the other hand, if you can’t do more than eight repetitions without strain, try using a 3-lb. weight instead.

For those of you already training with weights, go up to the next highest weight to see results. If you don’t have weights at your home gym, it is highly recommended that you invest in a set that ranges from three to ten pounds. These usually cost less than $30 and are well worth the investment. If you have never used hand weights, go to your local WalMart and test the various hand weights. Remember, no matter what your age you can use weights for better health and mobility as well as muscle toning.

Increase the intensity. Be smart, work harder!

During your cardio workout, you need to assess the intensity level to determine how hard you’re working.

If you can carry on a conversation with ease while exercising, it’s time to boost the intensity. You can do that by taking deeper strides as you move. That will place a greater demand on the muscles of the thighs and buttocks, which burns more calories.

The best way to gauge the intensity of a workout (if you work out alone) is to pretend to carry on a conversation. You should be able to speak in short sentences with a breath after each one.

Never exercise to the point where you cannot talk. Breathing is a big part of any work out. You need to feed those muscles oxygen.

Shake up your routine.

Add different activities for variety and you not only maintain your concentration but also constantly challenge your body to meet new obstacles and develop more than just a few muscles.

You need strong back muscles to reduce belly fat. More muscles equal a greater calorie burn. Trying different activities keeps your mind engaged and the focus prevents you from slacking off due to boredom.

Maybe you just need a new jump rope, or maybe you will want to add a small punching bag to Your Home Gym.

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