These days you can’t go anywhere without hearing about an amazing new weight loss breakthrough. Some pill, a cream, or a new fad diet – you name it - it’s going to solve all your fat loss problems in 30 days or less. Or not… The truth is that most things you hear about weight loss are hype, plain and simple.
Here are my Top 5 Myths about Weight Loss …
Weight Loss Myth #1: You have to count calories for weight loss
There are so many silly fad diets out there that paint the picture of weight loss as a complicated process. You have to eat certain foods at certain times and avoid other foods at all costs. Of course all of these popular diets conflict over which foods you should or shouldn’t eat.
The truth is that you don’t have to make weight loss such a science. Simply eat healthy fresh foods that haven’t been processed, and eat smaller amounts than you’re eating today.
No rocket science there, just results.
Weight Loss Myth #2: You can spot reduce fat from specific areas of your body
This myth is as old as Moses, yet it persists. It must be because the thought of melting fat from any desired part of the body is so appealing, however untrue it is.
In reality your body will lose weight wherever it wants. It’s safe to assume that you’ll lose fat ‘last place on, first place off’. So if you put on weight first in your thighs and then on your waist, then expect it to come off your waist first and then your thighs.
Weight Loss Myth #3: You will bulk up with resistance training
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard women tell me that they won’t do resistance training because they don’t want to bulk up. Each time I have to hide my smile.
You see, the process of bulking your muscles takes a lot of hard work. You have to consume high amounts of protein and you have to consistently tax your muscles to fatigue. And you have to have the male hormone testosterone coursing through your body. In short, there is no way to accidentally bulk up.
Weight Loss Myth #4: You can get a six pack from crunches
Just focusing on crunches will not make your midsection chiseled. Hey, ab crunches are great and you should do them, but don’t rely on them to get into great shape.
A trim midsection will only come as a result of proper nutrition, effective cardio and consistent resistance training.
Weight Loss Myth #5: Cardio is the most important exercise for fat loss
Most people think of cardiovascular activities when they think of working out. Going for a run, riding a stationary bike, or taking an aerobics class. Well, times have changed and so should your workout.
The benefits of resistance training trump those of cardiovascular training. Resistance training strengthens your heart while toning muscles and increasing bone density.
Cardio workouts are not a thing of the past. They should fit into your overall plan for health and fitness. The benefits of resistance training, especially for fat loss, are quite astounding.
Do you have other weight loss beliefs that simply aren’t delivering results? Call or email me today and I’ll help you bust the myths, discover the truth, and create a fitness and fat loss program that will give you the body that you deserve.
Posted By: Bob Thomson, CPT
