subject: Exercise Your Way To Fitness: Lose Excess Fat And Weigh Less [print this page] Exercise Your Way To Fitness: Lose Excess Fat And Weigh Less
There are an awful lot of people who consider themselves to be overweight. Many of us are not happy with how we look, especially when those extra' pounds start to affect our lifestyle. Remember, this weight gain did not happen overnight so those of you who think this extra weight can disappear overnight should think again. It can fade away relatively quickly, but how quickly depends on your attitude towards regular exercise.
There are many ways that the overweight person can get rid of those excess pounds. Although the world of science has developed magic' diet pills and wonder' diet programs, by far the best and most enjoyable way to lose weight is through exercising.
Exercise is the best way because it builds a person's endurance. Whilst this happens, it also increases the metabolic rate prompting one to burn more calories than previously, which results in weight loss. Sounds simple doesn't it? Just as importantly, regular exercise increases self esteem which acts as a wonderful motivator for further weight loss.
Many studies have shown that there are no known major adverse side effects when one undertakesexercise. However it is inevitable that you may suffer from light muscle strains or muscle aches and pains as your body gets used to suddenly exercising. Depending upon which method of exercise you undertake, it is important to follow warm up and warm down advice as it is given.
It is not necessary to make a major financial investment in order to lose weight. The reason being, there are some exercises that can be performed in the comfort of your home. For instance, after doing a little stretching, you could go for a walk or jog which will burn a few calories. You may prefer to do some simple push ups and sit ups to work out the upper body and stomach area. If you need some help, there are many walking/running programs available on the internet.
Another method of losing weight through exercise is by enrolling in a fitness club. Whereby, a fitness trainer will help you lose weight by creating a program that is specific to your needs and lifestyle commitments.
Working out in a gym will probably consist of a simple warm up using a treadmill followed by timed periods on a range of equipment designed to work specific muscle groups. Membership fees will vary from fitness club to fitness club so it will pay to shop around. Many clubs offer trial memberships, so please look for any good deals in your local area before making a commitment.
Health/Fitness clubs can be expensive and some people may not be ready to exercise in public' just yet. Well there is still a way around this. There are literally hundreds of DVDs that can be hired or purchased and used from the comfort of your own home. Maybe get a couple of friends over to go through the program with you. Doing this will give you an added incentive to do some exercise as a commitment will be made by you all.
Finally, it is vitally important before engaging in any exercise program, to see your health practitioner especially if you have not exercised for any length of time. The mind may feel like it can do anything but the body is likely to see things differently. It is best just to do things gradually at first and then pick up the pace with other exercises as time and confidence progresses. Good luck!!
