Episode 6: How to Increase Metabolism - Speed Up Metabolism for Weight Loss

 

One of the most common questions that we get is “how do I increase metabolism?” In this podcast we will teach you everything that you need to know to increase your metabolism in such a way that will promote long term weight loss success. We will discuss:

1. Why your metabolism decreases.
2. How to speed up metabolism for long-term weight loss.
3. Why metabolism is not your primary concern with weight loss.
4. Why aerobic activity is not the best approach to increase metabolism.
5. A special secret to long term weight loss.
6. What set point theory is so important to your weight loss effort.

We are really excited about this episode “How to Increase Metabolism” as we share with you the secrets to mastering your metabolism to promote long term weight loss!

Wed, Jul 22, 2009 By Blythe

 

What does muscle growth mean to you? Unveiling the myths to weight loss, weight gain and losing that layer of fat along the way!

 

If you are reading this article, I hope you’ve come across some of the information that Dr. Ray and I have provided you with stating just how important resistance training is and that increasing your muscle mass (sometimes referred to as lean tissue) is the quickest way to bump up the speed of your metabolism. As you gain muscle, your metabolism speeds up. In turn, you’re able to eat more food!

There are a few old school myths I’d like to address and set the bar straight TODAY that have to do with muscle growth and fat loss.

According to a study done by the University of Michigan, many of us given the chance to choose our own weights to use during a workout are choosing way too low to even begin to stimulate muscle growth! This research was done on both men and women, both failing to even come close to choosing a weight that would promote BUILDING muscle. In my opinion, if you are going to hit the gym and make the effort to get there and actually workout, you ought to make it worth your while. Challenge yourself and estimate a little heavier… TODAY! I was actually disappointed when I read the write up on this study… I didn’t think so many of us out there under estimate ourselves. We are strong, we are healthy! Positive reinforcement must start within you!

 

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