Shed Winter Weight with Trainer Tips!

BOSTON - May 15, 2013 - PRLog -- (BOSTON, MA) – With summer just weeks away, it is crunch time when it comes to getting that perfect beach bod. Instead of becoming overwhelmed by the scale, Equinox Tier 3+ Personal Trainer and Nutritionist, Patrick Allen has put together a list of simple dietary and lifestyle tips that will help ease the stress of shedding winter weight:  

Keep on a consistent weight lifting program: Lifting weights will maintain healthy lean muscle and keep them toned. If aesthetics are what you are looking for then losing body fat will mean nothing without lean muscle to show. Ladies, don't worry about bulking up because females lack the testosterone to build muscle like males. Another great benefit with weight training is an increase in your metabolism which will help you maintain your body fat loss

Up your Tempo: Performing total body circuits and interval training will help keep your heart rate up and therefore burn more calories. Not only are you burning calories while you do circuits, you will also create an elevated "After Burn" effect, meaning you continue to burn more calories for a longer period of time after your workout.

Healthy Snacking: Instead of wandering to the vending machine have some fruit or veggies. Having fruits and veggies prepared and with you at work will be an much healthier and calorie saving snack. Try some berries or a cut up medley on red, orange and yellow bell peppers.

Keep yourself active: It will be sunny and warm outside, so go out and enjoy it with some active activities. Go on hikes, ride your bike or walk instead of driving, do some gardening or other yard work. Anything to get you up and moving will be benificial.

Earn your carbs: This may be the toughest one to adhere to but it is the most important. If you are like me and love your carbs, set it as a reward after a good hard work out. Your body will be craving these carbs after you work hard so your body will use the carbs for fuel rather than storing it as fat. Always go for the whole grain carbs such as whole grain breads, steal cut oats and quinoa  

Keep your exercise routine: You have worked hard leading up to the summer to get the looks you want, so don't lose it! Continue to keep an exercise routine during the summer so you don't lose and of the gains you have made. This doesn’t have to be at the gym, you can choose outdoor workouts such as running or biking, but make sure you stay active.

Enjoy the summer: We just endured another winter and ready for it to be done. Get out there, unwind, hit the beach, have cookouts with friends and family, and most important enjoy it and have fun!  


About Equinox
Equinox operates 62 upscale, full-service clubs in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Boston, Dallas and Washington, DC, as well as a new international location in London and one to open in Toronto spring 2013.  The company offers an integrated selection of Equinox-branded programs, services and products, including strength and cardio training, group fitness classes, personal training, spa services and products, apparel and food/juice bars.  Since its inception in 1991, Equinox has developed a lifestyle brand that represents service, value, quality, expertise, innovation, attention to detail, market leadership and results.

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