Do the hard things

I was talking to a guy at a gym the other day and he had asked me about endurance cardio training in regards to fat loss. I had told that although you burn more fat during an endurance -low intensity session, it was more beneficial to perform high intensity intervals and burn more calories post workout.

He acknowledged the difference but started to come up with reasons as to why he didn't want to do HIT (high intensity intervals):

• Didn't want to sweat
• Liked moving at a slower pace
• Takes less effort and concentration
  

I went on to explain to him that if he were to rise above those excuses, he could burn fat for up to 48 hrs after his workout and finish his workout and 1/3 of the time.

This particular guy, like many other people, desire to lose weight but do not have the desire to do the hard things it takes to make that goal a reality.

It's the hard things that will lead to the real deal changes.

Off the top of my head, here are some hard things you should be doing:

• Pull-ups/chin ups (yes girls too)
• Push-ups (again ladies)
• Squats
• Deadlifts
• HIT cardio
• Sweat every day even if you only have four minutes
• Consult with a fitness professional