weight loss

Hundreds of fad diets, weight-loss programs and outright scams promise quick and easy weight loss. However, the foundation of successful weight loss remains a healthy, calorie-controlled diet combined with increased physical activity. For successful, long-term weight loss, you must make permanent changes in your lifestyle and health habits.

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Over the long term, it's smart to aim for losing 1 to 2 pounds (0.5 to 1 kilogram) a week. Generally to lose 1 to 2 pounds a week, you need to burn 500 to 1,000 calories more than you consume each day, through a lower calorie diet and regular physical activity.

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I can help you assess your personal challenges to weight loss by working out a strategy to gradually change your habits and attitudes that have sabotaged your past efforts. I will move you forward by simply recognizing your challenges, building a custom plan based on your needs and drive you to succeed through psychological interventions to keep you on track with your goals.

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If you are older than age 40, are pregnant, haven't exercised for some time or have certain health conditions, it's a good idea to check with your doctor before starting any new exercise program. 

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Resting Metabolic Rate Test

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Resting metabolic testing focuses on how your body utilizes energy, both when you’re resting and during physical exertion. The goal is to assess how efficiently your body burns calories and processes nutrients like carbs, fats, and proteins. This is especially useful for weight management, optimizing metabolism, and enhancing overall energy levels for daily activities and athletic performance.  This is a 20 minute test that can be done in your home while you are relaxed in a comfortable state.

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The weight loss structured workouts will target weight loss on all fronts, through both daily calorie burn and increasing your metabolism over time. I build my program around four types of training.

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• upper and lower body strength training

• interval training/conditioning

• low intensity cardio

• Stretching routine

 

The strength training will help you build muscle and strength that you can apply to your interval training. 

 

Interval training will provide a massive metabolic boost immediately after your workout. Interval training involves brief periods of high intensity exercise followed by relatively short rest periods. 

 

Low intensity cardio, such as walking, jogging or cycling, gives you a slight bump in your daily calorie burn and allows you to exercise while recovering from the more intense strength and interval training.

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Stretching routines will keep you flexible and help with recovery time.