Buy Strip That FatBuy strip that fat – Information on how to lose weight in a safe and sustainable manner

I have heard more things about exercise in general than specifically about exercise and weight loss to be honest but there are still a few things that need to be straightened out. You guessed it – I’ve done some more digging and this is what I’ve come up with this time.

Myth 1: I am too busy. I simply don’t have the time to exercise.

This is one of the biggest lies we tell ourselves – I don’t have time. I was once told that if something is important to you, you will find the time. I argued back and forth with this one but soon realised that if my doctor told me that my life depended on my having to do some exercise everyday I would find/make the time to do it. Why or How could I suddenly not be too busy to exercise, the answer is simple, exercise has now become very important.
30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity five days per week is enough to improve and maintain your health. To be honest, a 30 minute chunk can seem too hard to find in our busy schedules everyday but if we break it up into shorter sessions/time slots (say 10 minutes) it becomes easier to achieve.

Here’s a major tip for success – incorporate it into your daily routine – take the stairs instead of the lift, walk/cycle to work or walk the kids to school if you can, get off the bus one stop earlier and walk the rest, take the dog for a walk or walk/cycle to the shops when possible. These are just a few ideas, I’m sure you can come up with some more if you really thought about it.  Give it a go and post your tips and comments – we’d love to hear from you.

Myth 2: Don’t lift weights if you want to lose weight

Actually this is not true. The reality is that lifting weights or doing strengthening activities like push-ups and crunches on a regular basis can actually help you maintain or lose weight. You can lift weights, use large rubber bands (resistance bands), do push-ups or sit-ups, or do household or garden tasks that make you lift or dig. These activities can help you build muscle, burn calories and strengthen your bones at the same time.

Myth 3: You must exercise intensively to benefit.

This is just not true. The fact is that moderate physical exercise is more beneficial for the cardiovascular system than very intense exercise. Start gently and work your way up as your fitness improves.

Myth 4: After age 40, there is no point in exercising.

Don’t be fooled – you are never too old to do some form of exercise. Age 40 is often touted as the age everything starts to go downhill – this is also when it may be critical to be active in order to reduce risks associated with ageing. Remember always consult your doctor or physician before starting any form of exercise.

Bonus advice

Trying to lose weight

• Increase the amount of time you’re physically active or increase the amount of effort you put into the activity.

• Do moderate physical activity for 30 minutes per day

• Increase this as you get fitter – being active for more than 250 minutes per week will help you lose even more weight

• Eat a healthy diet

Recently lost weight and want to keep the weight off

Do moderate physical activity for at least 200-300 minutes per week (for instance, walking briskly for 60 minutes per day).

Trying to keep from gaining weight over time
Keep doing moderate physical activity for 150-250 minutes per week.

Remember always seek advice from your GP or medical practitioner before starting any exercise program.

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