Use Track Work to Jump Start Fat Loss

Andrew at Andrew's Fitness tells how to use track work to jump start fat loss. Before laying out the program, though, he reminds readers of the importance of diet.

Before I lay out the program, please realize that fat loss is about making your diet better. Make SURE that you are eating large servings of vegetables, and sufficient protein and fat. Do not try to undereat on this plan, it will only decrease your energy levels. Eat a lot of healthy food so that you have the energy to bang out hard workouts. (These guidelines are true generally, but especially when you are trying to lose fat.) Read more

High Intensity Interval Training for Cardio and Fat Loss

Is it possible that low-intensity aerobics for "fat-burning" is finally going the way of the dodo bird? More and more trainers are recommending intensity over volume as the key to fitness and fat loss. One of the best ways to up the intensity of your workout is with interval training. Nick Nilsson explains what interval training is and how to do it.

Without question, High Intensity Interval Training is one of the most effective means available for rapidly losing bodyfat and improving your cardiovascular conditioning. Not only do you burn many more calories while you're performing the training, you also stimulate your metabolism to a far greater degree than with lower intensity training, which is traditionally hailed for fat loss. Read more