So you want to lose weight. What training should you do? Run? How far? How often? Well….great news, you don’t have to run! The perfect combination of weight loss includes both cardio AND weights! Of course you can run if you enjoy it, but most are relieved when they discover it is not the answer.

For example, an effective and simple week of training could include:

Mon: Resistance training – 45min legs

Tues: 20-30mins high intensity cardio or your favourite cardio based class

Wed: Resistance training – 45min Chest & Back

Thursday: REST

Friday: Resistance training – 45min Shoulders, arms and abs

Sat: 20-30mins high intensity cardio or your favourite cardio based class

Sun: REST

Why Strength Training helps keep weight off. Resistance training promotes muscle growth. The more muscle in your body, the faster your metabolism. Someone who has more muscle will burn more calories doing much less than someone who has very little. Meaning the person with more muscle will be able to maintain a leaner/toned physique easier.

It is also important to ensure each body part receives the same amount of attention so you build a beautiful, symmetrical body….remember, nobody skips leg day!

Incorporating high intensity cardio one or two times/wk [eg: spin class, hill sprints, metabolic conditioning or your favourite circuit class] will encourage a very high calorie burn during and long after the session. Of course there are many variations to achieve weight loss, the above is just one of the most simple and effective methods.

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