It's hard to comprehend when you truly think about it, but the facts don't lie: one in three Americans are obese, and this trend doesn't seem to be slowing down quite yet. Chances are there's a bit (or maybe a lot) of stubborn belly fat you've been trying to clear yourself of. Rather than spend another whole year with this cumbersome cellulite, check out nine ways to get rid of it for good.
The catch here is to know what number to shoot for, if your energy expenditure is high. For every pound of lean body mass, you should aim for 0.5 to one gram of protein. This ensures all fitness activity, such as strength training or cardio, is followed by adequate amounts of protein replenishment.
Fat is actually the body's best source for energy, so you'd be remiss to avoid this tip. It sounds counterintuitive from the get-go, as the very word "fat" is reviled and despised by millions of Americans and others around the globe. Yet, fat has nine calories per gram, while carbs and protein only have four. So by this logic alone, you can eat less fat and still get more caloric nutrition than you would eating simply carbs or protein.
1. Find out exactly how much protein you need
This one is all about the activity level in life you already sustain. In a world where the media and lobbyists have virtually dominated consumers' conceptions of protein needs, most people still believe they aren't getting enough protein. The opposite is actually the truth. Most people are already getting as much protein as they need, if not more.The catch here is to know what number to shoot for, if your energy expenditure is high. For every pound of lean body mass, you should aim for 0.5 to one gram of protein. This ensures all fitness activity, such as strength training or cardio, is followed by adequate amounts of protein replenishment.
2. If your body needs more, adjust your intake
If you are training for a focused athletic accomplishment (such as marathoning or power lifting) or an elite athlete, you'll certainly need more protein. Your protein intake (and the type of protein) should be custom-fitted to the specific activity you're engaging in. Most weightlifters and bodybuilders consume whey protein, where as heavy cardio and individuals with other food preferences may call on pea protein or brown rice protein.3. Stay annoyingly low on carbs
Yes, it's true: one of the fastest and most reliable ways to lose weight is to avoid carbs. Eating less than 150 grams per day will dramatically boost your body's ability to burn fat and understand how to use glucose better.4. Drink more water than you do normally
Water is one of the primary "transport" substances your body uses to get things done. Not only does water keep you hydrated and refreshed, it assists your body in converting carbohydrates into usable energy. Water is used to remove waste products and is also involved in breaking down unwanted fat cells.5. Start eating more fat
Yes, you read that correctly.Fat is actually the body's best source for energy, so you'd be remiss to avoid this tip. It sounds counterintuitive from the get-go, as the very word "fat" is reviled and despised by millions of Americans and others around the globe. Yet, fat has nine calories per gram, while carbs and protein only have four. So by this logic alone, you can eat less fat and still get more caloric nutrition than you would eating simply carbs or protein.