Need a boost for your next workout? Try TrainerDiva's three simple strategies to get your fat burning furnace working on overtime.
Let's get to it!
1.) NO REST. Not resting in between your reps and sets may sound intimidating, but the results are well worth it. When you workout with little or no rest in between sets, you are actually also incorporating cardio into your weight training because your heart rate remains elevated. Not only does the no-rest workout get your heart rate up, but it also boosts your metabolism for up to eight hours!
2.) TRAIN ON AN UNSTABLE SURFACE. That's right. The more you wobble the more calories and fat you'll be burning. Studies have proven that the more you fidget, the more calories you expend. So the next time you are doing bicep curls, challenge yourself to stand on one leg. You'll quickly find that it's easier said than done! Or if you're feeling strong, try standing on a Bosu ball or kneeling on a stability ball when performing a bicep curl.
3.) SLOW DOWN. We know it's much easier to rush through the toughest moves when you're fatigued. But when you rush, you're actually depriving yourself of a much more effective workout. Instead, try to slow down when you're lifting weights and hold at least 2 seconds at the top of every muscle contraction followed by a 2 second pause at the end of the move. You'll be surprised how much more effort it takes!
Happy Training!
Written by: Elena Ciccotelli (TrainerDiva, Inc.)
