Turn Yourself into a Fat Burning Machine

Since losing 40 pounds and 4 pant sizes, I’ve been a big proponent of strength training.  Here’s an article by fitness model Kim Dolan Leto about combining cardio and strength training to turn your body into a lean, mean fat burning machine.  Enjoy!

Coach MaShelle


Turn Yourself Into a Fat Burning Machine

by Kim Dolan Leto (via Oxygen Magazine)

Come rain or shine commit to 1 hour a day 5 days a week split between weight training and cardio. This can be done at home or in a gym pop in a DVD, or sign up for a fun group exercise class.
 
  • Increase your lean muscle mass, if there is a secret, this is it!
  • Rev up your cardio 2 or 3 times a week with high intensity interval training.
  • Eat protein with every meal.
  • Veggies, Veggies, and more Veggies-oh so good for you!
  • Make your last meal a large salad with lean protein measure dressing or opt for your favorite vinegar and lemon slices.
  • Measure portions; know how much you’re eating.
  • Join a bootcamp with a girlfriend.
  • Write it all down, what you eat, weigh, body fat, and how you train.
  • Get rid of high fat, high sodium, empty calorie condiments and drinks and find healthy alternatives.
  • Reward yourself once a week with something other than food.
  • Sleep 8 hours a night.
 

 

Here are some great articles to provide further explanation for all levels and issues.

Fat Loss 411
Push Through Your Plateau
Lab Tested Fat Loss

 
In my experience, gaining muscle is the key to losing fat-like I mentioned before if there’s a secret this seems to be it. When I do cardio, I always think about the fresh blood that’s being pumped through my body and all the toxins being removed at a faster rate. I believe this does wonders for our immune systems, aging, and of course fat loss. Our bodies are like machines, so the fuel they run on is of great importance. Combining clean nutrition with cardio 5 days a week, and a dynamic weight training program will turn you into a fat burning yummy mummy!
 
Do you have anything to add to this list? Please share your tips; I would love to hear them.
 

Kim Dolan Leto

Oxygen cover model Kim Dolan Leto is a fitness champion and WBFF Pro Fitness model but her greatest role is being a mother to her three-year-old daughter. Find out how this busy mom keeps fit.

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Written by MaShelle Dean
Hey Fam! I'm MaShelle, your Fit & Fabulous Coach. I'm an AFAA Certified Fitness Instructor and lifestyle blogger living in Atlanta with my husbae, Ron. The Jiggle Free Zone is the place to come for fitness inspiration, product reviews, and workout proof hair tutorials. Be sure to sign up for the Fit & Fab newsletter so you never miss my tips on living a #fitandfabulous life!