With summer on the horizon, our fitness expert continues her focus on high-intensity training
Last week we looked at some of my favorite calorie-burning workouts, in readiness for summer.
You will really notice a difference by cranking up your workout – but only if your diet is right.
I tend to give clients the following example, of why people put on weight when they first join a gym: often, people get caught in the trap of hitting the gym, doing some cardio, a run, cycle, the cross-trainer, bit of abs to finish, and then think they deserve a treat afterwards – and a cappuccino and a scone later, you may find you have consumed more calories than you burned off in the first place with all the cardio. It’s a little bit like buyer beware.
To help keep you on track, here are some of my preferred calorie-burning exercises:
• Rowing – A great way to include cardiovascular with upper body strength training. However, remember, intensity is key to achieving results and it should be included with a good strength training plan to get the best results.
• Plyometric movements – Again, these are an all-time favourite of mine but, I warn you, these are not for the beginner.