HIIT Exercise
Exercise is an important component of overall health. Exercise burns calories, increases immune function, improves mood, boosts energy, and much more! So why do some many people continue to lead sedentary lives? There is a common misconception that exercising requires carving out a large chunk of time in your schedule each day. It can be overwhelming to try to fit in 30-60 minutes of exercise among an already busy schedule. The good news is that working out for long stretches of time all at once isn’t necessary! Moving your body and getting your heart rate up for 5-10 minutes several times a day is a great way to get your daily exercise in. Recent research shows that high intensity workouts done in short spurts may actually be more beneficial to your health. HIIT, or High-Intensity Interval Training, allows you to exercise in a way that challenges your body and improves your health in less than 10 minutes at a time!
Here are a few benefits from HIIT:
1. Increases Your Metabolism
Combining high intensity with interval training speeds your metabolic rate and creates a metabolism boost for up to 48 hours after you complete a HIIT routine. This means you’ll still be burning fat even after your workout is done.
2. Quick and Convenient
Long gone are the days of not having enough time for exercise. HIIT workouts can be done anywhere: at home, in a hotel room, in a park, at a gym, etc. Can you find 10 minutes to exercise before you hop in the shower each morning?
3. No Equipment Necessary
No dumbbells? No problem! HIIT workouts generally use only your body weight, since the focus is on getting your heart rate up and keeping it there. These workouts result in optimal muscle building and muscle retention coupled with fat loss and increased calorie burn.
*If you are in your first few weeks of the 5&1 program, please consult me to see if it’s time to incorporate exercise into your plan.
Be Inspired!
Italian Shrimp and Broccoli
Ingredients:
* 7 oz frozen cooked shrimp (should yield one 7-oz cooked serving)
* 2 cups raw broccoli, chopped
* ½ cup (4 medium) cherry tomatoes, chopped
* 2 Tbsp of Ken’s® Lite Northern Italian with Basil & Romano
* 1 Tbsp parmesan cheese, grated or shredded (optional condiment)
* 1 tsp olive oil
* ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
*For flavor variety, you can substitute 2 Tbsp Newman’s Own® Parmesan & Garlic Dressing.
Directions:
Thaw frozen shrimp following directions on package (about 5-7 minutes). In a skillet, heat olive oil and add broccoli and chopped cherry tomatoes; sauté 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are al dente (tender crisp). Remove from heat, cover and set aside. Spoon salad dressing into a skillet; add shrimp and black pepper. Sauté until shrimp is cooked (or opaque in color). Combine shrimp and vegetables; cook an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat vegetables, if necessary. Place shrimp and vegetables on plate, add parmesan cheese (optional condiment), and stir.
Makes 1 serving
Provides:
1 leanest
3 green
2 healthy fats
2 condiments
100 lbs Gone Forever
Brad is an absolute inspiration! He decided to take control of his health and in just 6.5 months he’s lost 100 lbs already!! This is what’s possible when you create a fundamental shift in the way you live your life.
I hope you have a wonderful week! Please reach out if I can assist you!
Health and Happiness,
Cathy and Jeff
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