Boost Fat Burning

Aug 30, 2022

Do you have some super-friendly fat cells hanging out in places you don’t want? 

 

I know you’ve been told to starve those fat cells and exercise the heck out of them but what if that advice doesn’t actually work? 

 

Let’s look at the best ways you can shrink those fat cells while boosting your metabolism.

 

>Exercise the right way 

High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) has been shown to increase fat burning even at rest. But it is important how you exercise during this season. No more than 2-3 intense workouts per week for a total of around 40 minutes is the recommendation for Wise Women. Too much intense exercise can cause what the body perceives as stress and increase cortisol levels (fat storage). Protein after a workout is essential for muscle repair and blood sugar stabilization. Along with HIIT (low impact counts), strength training is important for reducing bone loss and increasing muscle mass which increases fat...

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What can you do?

Aug 23, 2022

 

Decreasing belly fat isn't about one factor. Take a look at each area and choose what to implement to see the results you want.

 

  1. Reduce cortisol

Cortisol is the primary stress hormone. Cortisol imbalances cause weight gain, and weight gain causes cortisol imbalance. This is a crazy hamster wheel that you have to jump off of to find balance.

Choose one area to focus on: 

>>Get more sleep

>>Try an adaptogenic herb like Ashwagandha

>>Find simple ways to reduce your daily stress, and try asking for help.

 

  1. Avoid dehydration

 

  1. Reduce alcohol and caffeine 

 

  1. Focus on anti-inflammatory foods 

Choose foods like clean grass-fed protein, wild-caught fish, free-range chicken, green leafy vegetables, low glycemic fruits, nuts, seeds, natural oils, butter, olive oil, and whole grains. 

 

  1. Avoid insulin spikes 

Keeping your blood sugar balanced is key to decreasing belly fat and increasing your...

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