When surrounded by the same old information, same old people, same old routines that keep you in your rutt.. It’s time to step out and replace the old with the new. It can be challenging during the winter months, healthy habits and routines can go on the wayside. We know it takes approximately 66 days to cultivate a habit… but there are times when a shorter push in the right direction also results in powerful outcomes. May I introduce:
The 4 Week Winter Blast Weight Loss Program
Why people might want to make changes to their lifestyle:
This time of year is a good time to make some significant changes to your lifestyle. Here’s a few examples why:
A recent diagnosis of ill health, or symptoms heading in this direction- Loss of energy and zest for doing things you love
- Tiresome routines
- The desire to look and feel good when out socialising
- Difficulty knowing how to navigate through the season of rich food
- A recent loss of motivation in the lull after the summer holidays
The 4 Week Winter Blast Program
Here, we turn our focus to helping to increase metabolically active tissue on the body (A.K.A MUSCLE!!!). The reason being, skeletal muscle is supportive of our joints and involved in glucose metabolism (a concern in the case of metabolic disease). There are numerous other benefits:
Effectively building muscle will:
- Enhance metabolism – skeletal muscle burns more calories at rest compared to fat tissue
- Improve insulin sensitivity – the body is better able to regulate blood sugar
- Manage weight – helping with body composition; as you build muscle and lose fat, your body may become leaner and more toned
- Improve bone health – resistance training stimulates bone growth and increases bone density. This is especially important as you age, as it can help prevent conditions like osteoporosis and reduce risk of fractures
- Enhance strength and functional capacity – increased muscle mass helps improve function and ability to carry out everyday activities, also reducing risk of injury during physical tasks/sports
- Improve posture and balance – stronger muscles, particularly in the core and back, can improve posture and balance and reduce risk of musculoskeletal problems and back pain
- Better cardiovascular health – combined with aerobic exercise, strength training improves cardiovascular health by reducing blood pressure, improving cholesterol levels and enhancing overall heart function
- Support mental well-being – regular strength training has positive effects on mental health by reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. It also helps boost self confidence and body image
- Increase longevity – Studies suggest individuals with greater muscle mass may live longer and have lower risk of mortality
- Help functional independence – maintaining muscle mass as you age can improve your ability to perform daily tasks independently, such as lifting bags of shopping, climbing stairs or getting up from a chair
- Hormonal benefits – strength training increases the production of hormones like testosterone and growth hormone, which play crucial roles in overall health
