3 MYTHS ABOUT FAT BURNING

No wonder many are struggling to lose weight. There is a lot of misinformation and myths. Some of the myths are actually rooted. While others seem to be pure inventions. When you know the truth, you can burn fat and lose weight even more effectively.

Myth # 1: Exercise makes you eat more

Facts - While this would be a good excuse to skip a workout, it is not true. In fact, exercise can actually suppress appetite. What can happen is that people are actually thirsty. Thirst mimics hunger when you are dehydrated. A glass or two of water can solve the problem. In addition, exercise increases your metabolism so that you burn calories and fat longer.

Myth # 2: Exercise only burns fat after exercising for at least fifteen to twenty minutes

Facts - You burn calories whether you have been sitting, sleeping or exercising. After about fifteen to twenty minutes, your body switches to another fuel source - fat. But in the end, it's all about how many calories you burn.

If you have to choose between a short but intense workout and a moderate and long workout, choose the workout that burns the most calories. This is often the more intense training. You will burn a lower fat percentage if you drive for twenty minutes compared to a long walk. But you will burn more than twice as many calories and you will burn more fat calories. The quick answer. Always choose the workout that burns more calories.

Myth # 3: Diets high in protein will help you lose weight through ketosis

Facts - Ketosis is the process by which your body uses fat as an energy source. First of all, because you are not eating enough carbohydrates for fast energy. While a high protein diet can help you lose weight, it is not a healthy method.

Eating a high protein diet can cause liver problems. You may also experience other problems associated with too much saturated fat. It is important to eat a diet rich in lean protein. And protein can help you feel satisfied and full longer. It also balances blood sugar so you have more energy. A better method is to eat carbohydrates such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Eat lean protein and exercise. You burn fat and keep it off.

There are too many fat burning myths to discuss in one article. These three are some of the most common myths. Others tend to center around detoxification, fasting and which foods are actually healthy or burn fat. If you are on a weight loss program or trying to burn fat, do not believe everything you read or hear. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Ultimately, the key to fat burning and weight loss is to burn more than you consume. Point!

The Kickstart Team