Fitness FAQ

Fitness FAQ

How can someone lose weight quickly? When is it more effective to work out – in the morning, afternoon or evening? Answers to these and many other frequently asked fitness questions.

It is believed that the best way to lose weight quickly is to run. Is this true? 

That’s not entirely true, because all exercise and physical activity helps you lose weight. And running is more popular only because it is the most affordable way to keep yourself in shape, as you don’t need any equipment or special gear.

When is it more effective to exercise – in the morning, afternoon or evening?

Here everything varies by the individual and depends on the schedule. The best method here is to exercise at the time of day that is most comfortable for you.

Who has an easier time losing weight – skinny or fat?

If you have a lot of weight, it will go away faster. Or rather, it can go away faster with the right training program. Accordingly, the process slows down afterwards. The last pounds are the hardest to lose, because this is the most time-consuming work. Of course, we are not talking about those cases in which excess weight is caused by health problems. Here you need to find out the cause on the medical level and only then start exercising.

What are the top three rules for those transitioning into a healthy lifestyle?

Consistency in the training process, maintaining a balanced diet, and, finally, a proper combination of training and nutrition. As activity increases, so does the need for calories, so it is important to maintain a balance of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates to have enough energy for more training and to burn fat, not muscle.

The hardest part of living a healthy lifestyle is getting started; if you’ve already started, don’t get deflated once you get your first results. How do you motivate yourself? How do you make exercise a part of life?

The most important thing is to get off to the right start. It is important to choose the right physical activity, choose a balanced diet, make an exercise plan… for at least 21 days! During this time, you will get used to it, and it will be much easier to continue.

Well, of course, in order to keep interest and motivation, it is worth selecting a varied load, alternating strength, cardio, stretching, etc. It is best to do it in tandem with a trainer, because they will be able to choose the right program.

Why do athletes who quit their careers gain weight quickly?

Athletes are used to eating well and not watching the calories. Then the training ends, but the habit of eating a lot remains, and that’s how you gain weight.

Fitness FAQ

Is it true that when people quit smoking, they gain weight, and what is the reason?

I think this is due to the fact that people are trying to replace smoking with something, so they start eating. In this case it is better to start training, so that there is something to do in their free time.

At what age does the metabolism slow down? Are there critical milestones? And how do you speed up your metabolism if you’re over 40?

Some people’s metabolism slows down after 25 and others after 35, it’s all individual. In order to speed it up, you need to eat a few small meals, exercise and do not forget about adequate sleep. In short, you need to pay more attention to your health.

If a person doesn’t feel hungry, do they still need to adhere to the rule of frequent snacking?

This is not necessary if the person is healthy and energetic.

Can drinking water help me lose weight?

It is not possible to lose weight simply by regulating your drinking regime. Other parameters are important here: how the training program is designed, nutrition, how much time a person has to recover, etc. But if you start exercising, you will need to drink more water during the day.

Is it true that men lose weight faster?

Men have a slightly different hormonal background, and in principle, due to testosterone, men can lose weight faster. But again, it all depends on the individual.

When is strength training contraindicated?

Before you start training you should consult your doctor and listen to his recommendations. If he says that strength training is dangerous or inadvisable, it is better to choose another type of exercise, perhaps something lighter.

How often should I change my exercise routine so that my muscles don’t get used to it?

There is no rule or frequency with which you have to change your training plan. If you are satisfied with everything, you see progress, then continue to train according to your program. However, if you stop seeing results or set yourself another goal, change the set of exercises.