Pose says it all the time and we all know it - we have to get moving to burn kilojoules. Cardio is great for fat burning and you can't expect to lose fat without getting your heart rate up. However, there are many benefits to adding some type of resistance training or strength training to your weekly workouts.
Our metabolism is mostly determined by our lean muscle mass. 1kg of muscle mass burns 627-1465 kilojoules per day while 1kg of fat only burns about 20-40 kilojoules per day.
We don't need any more reasons not to crash diet but I'll give you another. On these types of diets, muscle mass will deteriorate and metabolism slows. Since losing weight and gaining muscle, I find I burn energy even when I don't train and getting back on track is much easier.
Resistance or strength training is about using large groups of muscle with as much intensity as possible. Pilates and pump classes are excellent for this type of exercise. You can also do a workout yourself focusing on using your body weight - squats, lunges, tricep dips, push-ups and the plank.
It's also much more than just about the metabolism. Strength training creates stronger bones, prevents injuries, increases balance, flexibility and mobility.
Just remember that muscles will not appear overnight. To achieve muscle definition, you have to lose fat and this is done by combining cardio and strength training but more importantly eating a healthy balanced diet. If you need help getting on track with this, consult a professional.
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