Thursday, April 9, 2009

Helpful Hints To Lose Weight on a Bowflex

By Chris Dean

To lose weight using a Bowflex treadclimber you will want to shoot for at least twenty minutes a day on a relatively high setting with the treadmill action. At this level, you will burn approximately 700 calories per hour, at twenty minutes per day six days per week, which is about a two-pound weight loss. Of course, you will need to eat sensibly and at the very least not increase your caloric intake. Ideally, you will be decreasing calories at the same time resulting in even larger weight loss potential.

The stair climber action is another great exercise to do. The elliptical motion burns roughly 400 calories per hour on the normal setting and is very low impact and less strenuous than other exercises.

Weights and resistance training are also excellent methods for losing weight. After a good aerobic routine, you can add either one or both for faster weight loss. While aerobic exercise increases, your metabolism to burn fat resistance training builds muscle strength and flexibility. Lean muscle burns calories more efficiently than fat. It is estimated that a pound of muscle burns about 6 calories per day, however, that number can be as high as 30-50 calories depending on your genetics, gender, and workout program.

Building muscle mass increases in time and as your workouts become harder. You need to do extra repetitions and increase resistance as you become stronger. Remember to let your body rest. When beginning try not to overwork a specific muscle group. It is a good idea to alternate muscle groups when you start lifting.

Once you have a good routine remember to make changes to it so you can shock your body into working harder. There are many exercises you can perform on the bowflex the extreme 2 has about 95 different exercises you can do just off that one machine.

Start out slowly, particularly if you have been inactive for some time. Increase your workouts at a slow but steady pace. Combine cardiovascular with weights or resistance training to see maximum results. As with any major change, you should always consult a physician before starting a diet or exercise regimen.

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