Group: General Diet & Nutrition

General Diet & Nutrition
Created: 2011/12/31, Members: 399, Messages: 16719

With such a topic so broad we truly try to cover the basics from all angles in this group. Nothing too big or too small. Nutrition is as significant if not more as exercise is to reaching your goals so learn all you can.

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Weight Loss-More cardio or weight train

beachstud
beachstud
Posts: 3
Joined: 2005/07/06
Canada
2005/07/08, 08:15 AM
Hello everyone. I am new to the site and have a question. I have been working out for about a year now and want to tone up more and loose more weight. I have already lost about 40 pounds, but want more loss. What would be better: increasing the weight in my routine or increasing the cardio (I already do about 45 minutes 3-4 times a week). If anyone has any suggestions they would be greatly appreciated.
flyonthewall
flyonthewall
Posts: 1,823
Joined: 2005/01/18
Canada
2005/07/08, 08:20 AM
Sounds to me like you're already doing enough cardio. To tone up more, an increase in the wts or changing up your training routine should help...BUT...if you're trying to lose more weight, look at your diet! If you haven't already, fill out your nutrition profile and make sure your eating a clean and appropriate diet for your current wt and exercise level. There is some excellent info on this site regarding proper diet for wt. loss.

Good Luck.

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bropie
bropie
Posts: 1,084
Joined: 2004/12/04
Canada
2005/07/08, 03:06 PM
i would say increasing the weight.. as you build muscle, you will burn more calories from an enhanced metabolism. stick with the cardio you have.
beachstud
beachstud
Posts: 3
Joined: 2005/07/06
Canada
2005/07/09, 08:50 AM
thank you