The smartest weight loss trick

Combine both cardio and weight training to lose weight quickly. As you work out, don't forget to enlist one of your best fat-fighting allies: your own muscles. Regular weight training can help you do that while cardio will help you burn off extra calories. But watch what you eat: a low-fat, high-protein diet is best for you. Step 1: Lose by lifting Many tend to believe that weight training piles on weight. But it's a myth. If you're dieting, weight lifting can help you lose fat and build muscle. In fact, it builds additional muscle mass and revs up your metabolic rate for as long as 12 hours after exercising. This means your body will burn calories faster. Use light to medium weights, do more sets and reps and consume fewer calories. Step 2: Circuit training You should ideally combine cardio with weights. It' s called circuit weight training or super setting, to use a fitness term. To 'super set' means no rest between sets. Beginners need to go easy and do two sets and rest, then three, then five and so on. The goal is to intensify the workout and challenge the body. Be consistent and do it for 2-3 days a week for at least 30 minutes. Gradually work your way up to 60 minutes or longer. Keep in mind that your muscles need 24-48 hours of rest to develop and grow. Without proper rest you are likely to be over-trained. Step 3: Give it time Your efforts need some time to work. Fast weight loss isn't safe and it's more likely that you'll put on weight again if you want drastic results. It's safest to lose about a kilo a week. Remember-slow and steady wins the race!