Losing weight is not just about sweating it out for hours in the gym. According to a recent study of 53 men and women who took part in a vigorous National Outdoor Leadership School program in Wyoming, exercising in the cold burns more calories than exercising in warmer temperatures, making it easier to lose weight. In fact, the study found that program participants burned 34 percent more calories when hiking in 14-23 degree weather than in temperatures in the more comfortable mid-50s. On average, the men in the outdoor school burned 4,787 calories per day hiking in winter, versus 3,822 when doing so in the spring; for women, as usual, the results were less disparate, with 3,880 calories burned in winter versus 3,081 in spring.
There are two times of the year when you will hear most about the fitness, diet and weight loss. One is the New year and the second is summer. As summer is just around the corner and you are looking to shed fat that you have just gained during your winter hibernation. Summer is the best time to lose your weight and to look good in a swimsuit. I will list some of the ways that can help you in achieving your desired body during this summer.
Cranberry Juice contains anthocyanin, an antioxidant which not only combats infection but also helps in managing cholesterol levels. It is a natural diuretic which flushes out extra water, a contributing factor in excess weight. Cranberry juice is rich in minerals and vitamins which makes it a drink full of nutrition. This anti-inflammatory drink prevents bacterial growth and helps in proper digestion. For best results, incorporate cranberry juice in your diet and follow your exercise regimen.
Recently Satchin Panda, a professor at Salk Institute and author of the book The Circadian Code, did an interesting study on current eating habits, tracked via a smartphone app. The 10% of people who ate the least frequently ate 3.3 times per day. That is, 90% of people ate more than 3.3 times per day. The top 10% of people ate an astounding 10 times per day. Essentially, we started eating as soon as we got up, and didn't stop until we went to bed.
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