subject: You Are Not Alone... The True Role of Supplements in Weight Loss and Muscle Building [print this page] You Are Not Alone..You Are Not Alone... The True Role of Supplements in Weight Loss and Muscle Building
It used to be that If you wanted to get bigger you need to work out harder. But not anymore. Here come the supplements to the rescue, coming out from some years of bad media publicity in connection with the use of steroids - which turned out to be of different composition and work differently for the human body.
Celebrities from sports and show business have openly endorsed all sorts of supplements with the way they help them maintain their wonderful physique. They mostly effect greater concentration on whatever type of workout they have, making them more successful in it. Which brings us to the realization that in order to see the results, one must still act and put the required hours and sweat.
What can supplements do for you?
Like a machine that works with fuel, supplements simply fire you up and give you the zest to stay in the workout for as long as the program requires. Only a truly gullible person will fall for the gimmickry of a wonder pill that claims anyone can tone his muscle and have that amazing six pack - with no sweat. The truth is you will always have to lift a finger if you want something to happen.
Supplements are your aides in your quest for a better and healthier life. They don't make wonders without the ability of the individual to exercise and maintain a balanced diet. If you are new to a weight loss or fitness program, this understanding will help you better appreciate the process you will have to go through to lose weight.
Getting fit - a test of patience
You will need to spend your many surplus of energy in order to lose weight. Make the time out of your busy schedule and be prepared for strenuous activities that are also a test of patience, but which also depend on your short-term or long-term goals as far as the workout is concerned.
Don't fall prey to any of those get-fit-quick schemes that fit the irresponsible and lazy. As long as these programs do not emphasize the value of hard work and good attitude, they will only sound good in commercials.
For the only quick change you can achieve for yourself is a change of mind - change your attitude right now and you're in for a big change in your life. To do that, you will need to set some rules of dieting and fat loss, even before you turn to supplements with all their promised wonders. Finally, you must stick to your rules!
