There are so many opinions concerning working out that most of it can be considered “bro-science.” Today, we explore the different ways in which we can make the most out of our workouts by relying on the wonderful world of science. It’s time for us to forget what everyone’s saying, especially if it’s not backed by science, and listen instead to the following 3 exercise tips that are!
You Are What You Eat
More often than not, people don’t realise that the most important part of working out is what happens in the kitchen, because it dictates whether you lose weight or gain muscle. There are such things to consider as the right protein, and you have to consume fat if you want to have a killer physique.
One of the biggest problems facing a lot of people who work out is their constant need to calculate calories. The issue with this system is that it just counts how much energy you need versus how much is expelled.
The right way is to count your macros. Fats, proteins, and carbohydrates all have a different effect when it comes to building a system for you to gain muscle or lose weight. Thus, always make sure that you know the percentage of how many carbohydrates, fats, or protein your diet should consist of. This is the only way that you can get anywhere with the work you’re putting in at the gym.
Don’t listen to people who say you don’t need fat. In fact, fat is an important part of your cell structure, and without it, you’ll not be able to function. Also, do your research when it comes to what diet suits you.
The Intensity Matters
How much time you spend at the gym doesn’t matter. What matters is the intensity of your workout. HIIT, or High-intensity interval training programs, have risen in prominence because of their performance-inclined processes that maximize your workouts.
This will result in less time being spent on your workouts, but a greater focus being placed on the intensity of your workout, in general. So, it’s time for you to skip the leisurely pace at which you do your cardio, and opt for something more hard-hitting to burn those calories and get more work done.
You’ll find that you feel fitter and healthier than when you’ve been spending hours upon hours at the gym. Another benefit is that you get to maximize your time. Instead of wasting so much time in front of weights, you can use this time doing something else.
There are different types of HIIT workouts you can try to make sure you make the most out of your exercise time. Combine this with a killer playlist, and you’ve got the scientific backing to make sure you maximize your weight loss program and get some actual work done at the gym. If you want, you can even time your playlist to your intensity in order to fully utilize the use of music.
You Need To Rest
Resting is probably one of the most important things that you can do while working out because it’s the only way that your muscles can grow. People who are new to bodybuilding – or even some people who’ve been working out for some time – underestimate the value of rest.
Although there’s the temptation to work out every day, it can actually be counterproductive to the physical goals that you have in mind.
When you work out, you cause tears to your muscles, which often results in some soreness. The repair of these fibres results in stronger and bigger muscles. According to experts, you need at least 48 hours of rest for a muscle group that you’ve worked out for it to fully recover.
This is why workout splits are used to maximize the healing of one muscle group, while another group is worked out. For example, when the chest and triceps are worked out on day 1, you can work out your back and biceps on day 2. This way, you give both groups the maximum time to recover.
Without adequate rest days, you’ll be unable to build muscle mass or get stronger properly. It’s only through rest days that you can reap the benefits of your workouts.
Conclusion
It’s time for us to stop relying on anecdotal evidence and start using science to back up our bodies at the gym. This way, we become smarter with our workouts and more efficient with the way we exercise. Harnessing science is the best way for us to maximize our healthy choices in life.
*collaborative post
