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• The Latest Research on Alcohol
While not wanting to be the bearer of some really bad news, the latest research shows that the equivalent of just two mixed drinks (or two glasses of wine or two bottles of beer) puts the brakes on metabolism by a whopping 73 percent, for perhaps up to 18 hours. That’s because your liver converts the alcohol into acetate and starts using that as fuel instead of your fat stores, report researchers from the University of California, Berkeley. Therefore, alcohol may be best consumed as an occasional weekend treat instead of a consistent daily habit.
• Changing the Fat to Muscle Ratio
Among the best ways to turbocharge metabolism is exercise. This includes cardiovascular workouts to burn more calories in the short term and resistance training to build the muscles that will boost your metabolism in the long run. Slaving away inside your body is your very own personal trainer, working tirelessly to help you burn calories and shed fat. It’s your muscle. Since muscle burns more calories than fat -- even while at rest -- the more muscles you have, the higher your resting metabolic rate, which means the more calories your body will be burning just to sustain you, i.e., “kindling.”
Set your metabolism on fire!
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Cardio exercise, while important, is very overrated for losing weight. It does not do much to change the fat/muscle ratio. It’s excellent for what it is, cardiovascular. Nothing beats it for making the heart, lungs and vascular system strong. Resistance training, however, is the key to giving strength to the muscles and therefore, boosting metabolism. While 30 minutes of cardio may burn more calories than 30 minutes of resistance training, resistance training has a longer-lasting effect on boosting metabolism. With the added benefit of anti-aging the physical structure of the body. Remember, resistance training isn’t just weight training; it’s resistance work such as yoga, Pilates, using the stability ball or bands. Your own body weight can be used for resistance. Jump down and do some push ups or just hold plank position, either on straight arms or on your elbows and toes for as long as you can. Google fitness exercises without weights and you’ll be surprised at the myriad of exercises listed. Set your metabolism on fire by mindfully eating small meals with protein, especially at breakfast. Hydrate. Restrict alcohol and chemicals. Mostly, work to burn fat, gain muscle and stay fit and strong. Follow these simple steps to keep a roaring campfire and, who knows, maybe you’ll even find other areas of your life improving!
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ary Strykowski is the Wellness Educator at Safety Harbor Resort and Spa and holds a Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition from the Clayton School of Natural Health and a Bachelor of Science in Health Education/Exercise Science from the University of South Florida. She also holds several national fitness certifications such as Personal Fitness Training and Group Class Instruction. She conducts private consultations in Nutrition, Total Wellness, Weight Control, Stress Management, Conscious Aging, and Success Coaching. She developed and implements Safety Harbor Resort and Spa’s Six-Week Weight Management and Wellness Lifestyle Program. Mary Strykowski, Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, 105 North Bayshore Blvd, Safety Harbor, FL, 727-724-7689 Tampa Bay Wellness • jAnuary 2012 19