A weight loss exercise mistake and how to avoid it

Whether you’re exercising to lose the last ten pounds or to make a major lifestyle change, doing the right type of exercise is key.  Most fitness enthusiasts are guilty, one time or the other, of falling into some of the most common fitness pits without even realizing their wrong-doings. This can lead to more frustration and setbacks with the training program.

Here is one of the most common exercises for weight loss mistakes and how to avoid it.

Exercising in the fat burning zone

There is no doubt that the body relies more heavily on fat as the main source of energy when doing low intensity exercise than high intensity workout, but the total calorie burn by the end of the training session will be relatively lower, therefore, the scale won’t come down as you much, setting the stage for more weight loss plateaus and frustrations.

The solution

Instead of opting for the traditional long cardio session at a steady pace—jogging or cycling for instance—change your training approach and shoot for interval training instead. Also known as high intensity training interval (or HIIT for short) this type of workout is ideal for burning colossal amounts of calories without it taking up much time of your regular schedule. Interval training fires up metabolism levels, builds muscle mass and boosts fitness levels like nothing else.