Fat myths to stay away from
Stay away from sources that sound to good to be true. Read these common fat myths. In this section we will cover misconceptions we tend to have about fat and dieting.
Can I just use supplements. If there is no dramatic change to the diet, there will be no results in fat loss. We want to lose body fat not weight.
Before purchasing supplements please be realistic and be aware that they are only an aide. Put diet and exercise above pills, shakes, and fad diets and you will not only save your money but you will begin to see results.
Pricey and sketchy supplements there are literally hundreds of supplements out there. Unfortunately most are all hype.
Are there products that can spot reduce fat?? Please don't fall prey to companies claiming to give you six pack abs or nice toned thighs. This is simply not true. Our body burns fat how it chooses. Generally the area with the most fat deposits is the last to go. It is the last bit of fat that is the hardest to get rid off. Stay determined and do plenty of cardio and you will see results.
Doing hundreds of crunches will reveal my abs. Crunches may define your abs, but what good are defined abs if they are covered under all our belly fat. Crunches and weight lifting are anaerobic exercises they are designed to build muscle. This type of exercise alone will not burn fat. The proven effective method of burning fat is through aerobic exercise. Aerobic exercises comprise of running, swimming, jump-roping to name a few. Do both types of exercises if you want to see your abs.
Rapid weight loss, is it possible? There are many ads that claim rapid weight loss. There have been no significant findings in fat loss. As of this writing the recommended weight loss is 1 to 2 pounds a week.
This company has before and after pictures and testimonials, it must be legit. The information you see in magazines is of individuals that have been paid by the supplement company. If you read the fine print it states this. The fine print also states that the supplement was used with a vigorous diet and exercise regimen. In other words the main reason for success is the monitoring of what the individual ate.
Muscle can turn into fat and vice versa. Fat and muscle are two separate entities. For every pound of fat you have you burn two calories. For every pound of muscle you burn about six calories. If an individual is not fit, the fat usually covers up the muscle. Using our belly as an example, fat is on top or covering our muscle. If we exercise the fat begins to melt away giving way to the abs that are already there just hidden. It appears that the fat is turning into muscle. In fact, the fat deposits are actually being burned off.
Fad diets are more effective at losing weight. Rule of thumb for fad diets is that they are not safe and only offer temporary weight loss. Most of these diets require that you limit your intake of carbohydrates or that you increase your intake of protein. The importance in any diet is that there is variety and always consider the source of your food. Do not consume too much of one nutrient and deprive yourself of the other. Meals rich in Protein, Carbohydrates, and fat provide nutrients that are necessary for our body to continue to function properly.
if you are on a fad diet please be aware that initially you may be losing weight, but your body is adapting to your diet in ways that may produce negative side effects in the future. Consult your physician before making dramatic changes to your diet.
I eat once or twice a day and seem to be losing weight. Depriving your body of nutrients can be very harmful. You are essentially running your body on low energy. Cutting your meals down to once or twice a day actually shocks your body and slows down your metabolism (If you want to lose weight you need a fast metabolism). Fewer meals also increase your chances of binge eating. Small and frequent meals increases your metabolism. You essentially want to eat 5 to 6 meals a day or every four hours after you wake up. Eating small portions prevents you from feeling hungry and gets your metabolism to perform better. Your biggest meal should be breakfast and decrease your portions from there.
I exercise everyday but don't seem to be losing weight. While exercise is important on our journey for achieving the body we desire, it is not crucial. The most important thing that will help in our fight to eradicate undesired body fat is to watch what we eat. If we simply cut 500 calories a day from our daily caloric intake we will lose one to two pounds a week! Our eating habits is the key to long term weight loss and overall better health. Also keep in mind that one hour of exercise is cancelled out with just one milkshake or whopper burger. YIKES!
One to two pounds is considered safe and healthy weight loss. If you want to lose more than that please consult your physician or a personal trainer.
I was losing a lot of weight but now I cannot even lose one pound!! When attempting to lose weight don't measure your success by what the scale reads. If you are on a proper diet and exercise program you should begin to feel different within two weeks. Looking at a scale will only hurt your self esteem. The initial weight loss is almost always water weight. Keep at it and you will begin to burn off the fat. Also consider the methods you used to achieve such rapid weight loss. Is it a healthy choice? Always keep your health in mind when attempting to lose weight.
This is a long journey and a lifestyle change. Please continue with your efforts and you will be glad you did. I am still adjusting and tweaking my lifestyle and slowly but surely seeing results.
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