Burning Sands Blog — Weight-Lifting

When it comes to exercising for weight loss, people have always been told to run, swim, cycle or do some other cardio exercise   — because they use up the most calories.  An army of trainers and exercise professionals, however, are now recommending weight training for shifting the pounds — for both men and women. Why? Metabolic Rate Although the typical 45 minute cardio workout will probably use more calories than the average weights workout there are other factors that will affect your rate of fat loss — not least your metabolic rate. After a weights workout, your body’s metabolic rate (the...