Don't Believe These 5 Myths
Nothing irks us more than when good people are misled by fitness
myths. These myths sabotage results and keep people miles from their
goal weight.
So we’ve got to warn you about the bogus rumors
going around about strength training. We don’t want to see you held
captive by a faulty belief.
The truth is that strength training is the number one thing you can do for your health, fitness and appearance.
Don’t fall for one of these 5 myths and miss out on tremendous potential results.
Strength Training Myth #1: Muscle Can Turn Into Fat
Why would anyone want to build muscle if they think it could morph into
fat over time? Don’t worry; this myth is seriously bogus.
Muscle tissue is muscle tissue. Fat tissue is fat tissue. One will never become the other.
Strength Training Myth #2: Strength Training Makes Women Bulk Up
Sure, strength training increases the amount of muscle on your body, so
many women take this to mean that their body will become
body-builder-esque. Not quite the look you’re going for…
The
truth is that the female body simply doesn’t naturally contain large
enough levels of testosterone to put on bulk muscle without a very
focused and dedicated effort. Rest assured, ladies, the effort you spend
on strength training will get you closer to that lean, toned look you
want.
Strength Training Myth #3: Strength Train Enough and You Can Eat Anything
This one makes me cringe, as I’ve seen so many people throw away their
hard-earned fitness results by eating too much of the wrong stuff. Even
if you strength train daily at an intense rate, your total calories
still matter. To top it off, most people overestimate how many calories
they burn as well as underestimate how many calories they eat. Talk
about a fattening combo.
For best results, maintain a
calorie-controlled diet filled with fresh, wholesome ingredients in
addition to a regular, challenging strength training routine.
Strength Training Myth #4: Strength Training Does Not Burn Fat
This one couldn’t be more false. Muscle is actually your number one ally against fat gains.
One pound of muscle burns 10-20 calories each day, just living and
breathing. Regular strength training helps you increase your muscle mass
as well as preserve existing muscle mass, turning you into a fat
burning machine.
Strength Training Myth #5: High Reps And Light Weights For Toning
This myth, made popular in the 90’s, says that very high repetitions of
very light weights would result in a toned physique. Sorry, not true.
These high repetitions will increase your muscular endurance but will
not add strength or tone.
In order to truly challenge your
muscles, heavier weights with lower repetitions are a must. Start with
an 8-10 repetition range and push your muscles with each set.
Include strength training as a part of your fitness routine and finally
achieve a fit and toned body. My custom-made fitness programs remove all
of the guesswork for you. I know what works, and I make it my mission
to see you reach your goals.
Call or email today and we’ll get you started on the program that’s best for you.
Cranberry Chicken Salad
Meals
that are high in protein and natural fiber are the perfect way to
compliment your strength training routine to achieve your fat loss goal
quickly. This recipe for Cranberry Chicken Salad is a delicious way to
eat lean and clean. Serve on large lettuce leaves.
Servings: 8 Here’s what you need...
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed
- 1 fennel bulb, chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted pistachios, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1 Tablespoon roasted pepitas
- 3 Tablespoons coconut milk, canned and full fat
- 1 teaspoon dried, ground sage
- 3 Tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
- dash of salt and pepper
- head of Romaine lettuce
1. Mix all of the ingredients, except the lettuce, in a bowl. Serve
by spooning the chicken salad in large Romaine lettuce leaves. Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 221 calories, 9 fat, 123mg sodium, 10g carbohydrates, 4g fiber, and 23g protein.
Jamie says:
"I would never take the time to actually make this recipe, but I would definitely take the time to eat it."
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