Monday, June 19, 2006

Summer socializing

It's the time of year for BBQs, summer picnics, and a variety of other gatherings of family and friends. It's also the time of year when it's easy to overeat. If you attended a BBQ and ate one too many of Uncle Joe's greasy burgers, you're probably kicking yourself right now. My best remedy?

Hit the gym first thing the next morning. You'll feel better about yourself, you'll be burning off some of those extra calories, and you'll be jump-starting your metabolism for the new day. High intensity cardio is the most effective way to burn fat. Do it consistently, work hard while you're at the gym, and a few little indiscrepancies will be forgiven.

A 130 pound woman can burn over 400 calories in 40 minutes at a good clip on the elliptical. Gotta be in the shower by 6:30am to make it to the office on time? Most gyms now open at 5:00am and many cities offer 24-hr fitness clubs. There's no excuse. Set the clock an hour early and burn those greasy burger calories away. I know you can Get Your Body Back...

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