Speeding up your metabolism is key for all weight losers, but the rate of energy consumption in the body depends on a variety of factors. While you can't control age, gender, and genetics, there are other ways to boost your metabolism and improve your physique. Here are 10 methods to accelerate your metabolism.
1. Fitness
Even when we're not moving, our bodies still consume energy (basal metabolic rate). The more developed your muscles, the higher your basal metabolic rate. Each pound of muscle burns about 6 calories per day to maintain, while each pound of fat only burns 2 calories per day. This small difference will make a big difference over time. In addition, after a set of endurance training, all the muscles in the body are activated, which also increases the average daily metabolic rate.
2. Aerobic exercise
Although it doesn't build large muscle groups, it can increase metabolic speed for a few hours after exercise. Active participation is key. High-intensity exercise has a stronger and longer-lasting effect on resting metabolic rate compared to medium or low-intensity exercise. To achieve this goal, you can attend high-intensity training classes at the gym or add short sprints during your regular walks.
3. Drink more water
The body needs water to participate in energy metabolism. If you're mildly dehydrated, your metabolism will slow down. A study showed that adults who drink more than 8 cups of water a day burn more calories than those who drink only 4 cups. Drinking a glass of water or other sugar-free beverages before each meal or snack keeps the body hydrated. Moreover, eat more fresh, water-rich fruits and vegetables instead of pretzels or chips.
4. Add ice to your drinks
Iced drinks can cause the body to burn more calories during digestion. Studies suggest that drinking 5 to 6 glasses of ice water a day can burn an extra 10 calories. It may seem like a small amount, but if you keep it up for a year, it's equivalent to losing 1 pound of weight without dieting. Drinking iced tea and iced coffee without cream and sugar can also achieve the same purpose.
5. Add ice to your drinks
Iced drinks can cause the body to burn more calories during digestion. Studies suggest that drinking 5 to 6 glasses of ice water a day can burn an extra 10 calories. It may seem like a small amount, but if you keep it up for a year, it's equivalent to losing 1 pound of weight without dieting. Drinking iced tea and iced coffee without cream and sugar can also achieve the same purpose.
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