One of the most effective way to get rid of visceral fat (yes, that is the fat around your tummy) is to do strength training coupled with high-intensity interval training – and sprints are the perfect choice. A recent study showed that participants who did a 6-week sprint interval program (4 to 6 sprints for 30 seconds each with 4 minutes rest) lost an impressive 12.4 percent body fat and an average of 3 kg of fat mass. Give ‘sprints on the minute’ a go next time you are short on time, just measure out 200-300m, sprint as fast as you can (it may only take you 15 seconds) and then recover for the rest of the minute (45 seconds). Repeat 10 times. Be sure to warm up prior to sprinting as it will be a shock to your quads! Other benefits of sprints include: • Fast results • Fat burning • Improved cardiovascular health • Improved insulin sensitivity • Boosted Metabolism • Allows for continued fat burn after your workout is over ** Remember to couple your sprints with strength training (ie your squats, pull ups, deadlifts, pushups etc) for maximum results.
Posted on: Mon, 19 Aug 2013 07:42:16 +0000
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