Larry Wheels broke down five different tips that can help you shed fat!
Larry Wheels is one of the biggest fitness stars on the planet. He has taken on different challenges in powerlifting, bodybuilding, and even arm wrestling over the course of his career. This has led to different physique goals and Wheels has accomplished all of them.
Recently, he shared five different tips to shedding fat ahead of the holiday season.
Larry Wheels Talks 5 Tips To Lose Fat
Larry Wheels broke down his five quick ways to lose fat ahead of the holiday season:
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HIIT Training
Larry Wheels began with HIIT training as a preferred method to help burn unwanted fat.
“HIIT training burns fat more effectively than steady-state cardio.”
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). It differs from the high intensity training of Mike Mentzer, where he would utilize heavy sets and the utmost intensity on each rep. Instead, HIIT became quite the popular form of cardio during the 1990s. A well-known researcher in the field at the time was the Japanese sports scientist Izumi Tabata.
Tabata conducted extensive research on interval training and concluded that the health benefits from traditional cardio can also be achieved by combining high intensity and low intensity intervals in the same workout.
Calorie Deficit
Wheels urges those to take in fewer calories in order to help aid in weight loss.
“Eat fewer calories than you consume.”
Being in a caloric deficit is the MOST important thing to losing fat. It doesn’t matter how hard you work out, if you’re eating countless meals and snacks, then the chances are that you’re going to gain weight.
Don’t be that person! Focus on eating in a caloric deficit and eating clean foods, make sure that your protein, fat, and carbohydrate sources are all coming from legitimate food sources and not junk blends.
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Avoid Processed Foods
Avoiding empty calories in processed foods is next on the list.
“Cut back on processed foods. Focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods to cut back on empty calories.”
You can’t out-train a bad diet. You can train all you want, jump on the treadmilland do all of the cardio you want, but if you are eating massive amounts of junk food then you are not going to be losing weight. A cheat meal here and there is fine, but continuing to eat junk is no good.
Stay Hydrated
Staying hydrating is an important art of health both in and out of the gym.
“More often times than not, your body mistakes thirst for hunger.”
Hydration affects nearly every aspect of physical performance. Water is essential for regulating body temperature, lubricating joints, and transporting nutrients to provide energy and keep you healthy. Proper hydration helps:
- Maintain Muscle Function: Muscles are about 75% water. Adequate hydration ensures they function properly, reducing the risk of cramps and fatigue. Hydrated muscles are more pliable and less prone to strains and tears during intense activity.
- Regulate Body Temperature: During exercise, your body temperature rises. Sweating is the primary mechanism for cooling down, but it also results in fluid loss. Staying hydrated helps maintain optimal body temperature, preventing overheating and maintaining performance levels.
- Optimize Cardiovascular Health: Dehydration reduces blood volume, making the heart work harder to pump blood and deliver oxygen to muscles, which can diminish performance and increase fatigue. A well-hydrated cardiovascular system ensures efficient circulation and endurance.
- Improve Cognitive Function: Hydration is crucial for maintaining mental sharpness, focus, and reaction time. Dehydration can impair decision-making and concentration, leading to slower response times and decreased performance in strategic aspects of sports.
- Enhance Recovery: Proper hydration aids in the recovery process by helping remove metabolic waste produced during exercise and reducing muscle soreness. Hydrated tissues recover faster, allowing for more consistent training sessions and performance.
Prioritize Protein
The fifth and final tip Larry Wheels prioritized was taking in protein.
“Protein keeps you full, builds muscle, and boosts your metabolism.”
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