Discover the word that sends shivers down the spines of most overweight individuals, the word that immediately triggers a mental channel switch: Exercise.
But hold on, don't let your mind wander off just yet.
Stay tuned because this is where success lies.
The truth is, the reason why many overweight people despise the "E" word is that they associate it with pain.
Like anyone else, they'll do anything to avoid pain.
But here's the game-changer: there's a better way, and it all starts with understanding the different "types" of exercise.
Stay with me, don't disappear!
At the core, there are two exercise forms:
Aerobic: This one pushes your heart and muscles to the limit, pumping oxygen-filled blood throughout your body. However, it comes with a price—a pesky side effect called lactic acid. Once you finish, lactic acid stiffens your muscles, causing you discomfort. It also tends to linger in your system, getting stored as fat. Ouch!
Anaerobic: Enter the superhero of exercises. It challenges your heart, but doesn't go as hard on your muscles. Here's the magic—it helps release stored fat and acid, escorting them out through your waste system. Forget about "burning off calories"—that's a myth! Your weight has to leave your body somehow, and it happens through your waste system.
So, what's the ultimate anaerobic exercise? Drumroll, please—it's Walking!
Here's the plan: walk for 1 hour, at least 5 times a week, following this breakdown:
Warm up: 5 minutes of slightly faster-than-normal walking.
High-Pace Power Walk: 50 minutes that get your heart pumping.
Cool down: 5 minutes of walking at your usual pace.
If you're not ready for that level just yet, no worries—start where you can and gradually work your way up.
Don't forget the importance of warm-up and cool-down.
They're the secret ingredients to success.
Now, lace up those shoes and embrace the world of walking.
It's time to enjoy the journey to a healthier, happier you!
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