Metabolism: Exploit Metabolism to boost Fat Loss or Muscle Gain!

A Look at Metabolism and Weight Loss/Muscle Gain

Chris Burris – CPT

So you want to lose weight, but dont know where to start. How about starting with how you effective you are at burning fat for fuel. 

Described below is an applicable overview of how metabolism effects one's overall health and fitness objectives.

With this, you will understand how the body's ability to burn fuel is directly linked to health and fitness success. 

What is Metabolism?

Metabolism is the process by which your body converts calories from food into energy. It is the physical process of changing nutrients in food int the body's cells and tissues and into energy.  Each person has their own unique metabolism, which is the way they process the nutritional elements in food.

How Does Metabolism Effect the Body?

There are two types of Metabolism

1.   Constructive metabolism is called "anabolism" and is the process of changing nutrients and building them up into live cells material. Ever wonder how broken bones or boo-boos heal? By the process of your body's constructive metabolism!

2.  Destructive metabolism is called "catabolism" and is the process of breaking down nutrients to release energy.

After food is digested and absorbed into the cells of the body, the carbs and fats are broken down into what you could call "energy molecules." These "energy molecules" combine with oxygen in the cells of the body - which creates energy.

Why is Metabolism Important?

Your body must have all type of nutrients. Proteins, Fats, Carbohydrates, Water, Vitamins and Minerals. All the Macronutrients and Micronutrients, in order to run properly and be healthy. 

By understanding how our body burns fats and sugars, we can understand how to maximize our workouts to effectively burn more fat calories, which in turn will allow us to lose weight in a smart, effective, and safe way.

The importance of this range from a multitude of benefits, but to highlight a few
1.   Have more energy
2.  Burn more Fat
3.  Lose Weight

How Can you Boost Metabolism?

1.  Eat a High Protein Breakfast
2.  Eat Protein at Every meal
3.  Drink Plenty of Water
4.  Get a Good Nights Sleep
5.  Exercise Regularly

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