Less Recovery Time via Massage Means More Workouts and Rapid Weight Loss
Massage helps to shorten the recovery time needed between workouts. Waste products such as lactic and carbonic acid build up in muscles during and after exercise. Increased circulation to these muscles helps to eliminate toxic debris buildup caused by these waste products and in doing so shorten recovery time. Shortened recovery time means participants can safely have more workouts over a given period of time, which in turn means that you have the opportunity to burn more total calories in an effort to achieve individual weight loss goals.
Massage improves range of motion and flexibility. This allows for the ability to maintain maximum power and performance while active, and burn the maximum number of calories in the process. Improved range of motion and flexibility also reduces muscle soreness during periods of recovery and muscle repair. Having a wide range of motion and maximum muscle flexibility also reduces the danger of experiencing injuries during exercise which can severely limit activity, exercise and weight loss progress.
Massage has the following benefits that can directly influence losing weight, starting with the fact that massage improves circulation and the supply of nutrition to the muscles. Massage increases the interchange of vital substances between the blood and tissue cells, which increases tissue metabolism. After muscles are exercised, vital nutrients must be supplied to them so that they can recover and rebuild themselves. Massage maximizes the supply of these nutrients and oxygen though increased blood flow, which helps the muscles to grow and burn more calories as a result.
Massage can also help reduce the chance of you over-training. Massage has a relaxing effect on the muscles and a sedative effect on the nervous system. By helping rest, which is a very important element of any exercise program, massage can reduce the likelihood of over-training syndrome, which is known to limit the ability to build strong healthy muscles and therefore lose weight with maximum efficiency.
Massage directly aids in fat loss. Massage is thought to be able to burst the fat capsule in subcutaneous tissue so that the fat exudes and becomes absorbed. When combined with proper nutrition and exercise, massage actually assists in weight loss.
According to Maria Herrera, a Broward Country massage therapist for almost ten years, “Massage feels great. Massage also relieves stress helps people recover from hard physical activity or injury and even reduce anxiety. Importantly massage helps people achieve weight loss goals when combined with an effective nutritional program.
Massage has a positive effect on muscle-building capabilities and fitness levels, which increases the capacity to lose weight. Healthy strong muscles burn calories and provide the freedom to participate in activities; more activities can help burn excess calories and improve overall fitness and well-being.”
Regular massage is just as important a component as regular workouts and correct nutrition in any comprehensive fitness and weight loss program, which is great news for those of us who thought that exercising and loosing weight was all hard work! Remember, weight loss is all about leading a balanced lifestyle and massage is an essential part of any balanced lifestyle. This is precisely why Herrera developed the Broward Weight Loss Massage.
Currently Herrera is accepting reservations for August 2009 and beyond; July is Sold Out. The Broward Weight Loss Massage consists of two components during eight weeks: one weekly massage and a comprehensive nutritional weight loss program that includes vitamins, protein shakes, and other specific components to ensure that participants lose the maximum number of pounds during the two month program. The cost of the two month program is $1200 and a $420 non-refundable deposit is made via credit card at the time of booking the reservation (to purchase the nutritional products needed.) The balance, $780, is paid at the first session.
Herrera is losing her last fifteen pounds; she was excited to report, “The Broward Weight Loss Massage” has seen more than 1000 combined pounds lost over the first six months of 2009.” To reserve space in the eight-week Broward Weight Loss Massage program for August enrollment call 954-471-4592.
6 Secrets to Optimum Health & Rapid Weight Loss
If you are trying to lose weight, gain lean muscle, and improve your overall health, there are 6 rarely spoken of things through out the “Lose Weight” community you need that effectively and rapidly improve your health. Losing weight and embarking on a healthier lifestyle is a battle, inputing the following six weapons into your arsenal can help you win the battle outright!
The first is: Apple Cider Vinegar: Lower cholesterol, weight loss, increase metabolic rate are just some of the benefits of this great supplement, and to top it all off, it’s natural! You can take ACV up to three times daily. It’s best to take it before each meal as it will help in curbing your appetite thus reducing the amount of portions you would usually get with your meals. The recommended amount to take is 1-3 tablespoons (3 is recommended), mixed with a glass of water and a little honey to lower the acid taste. Make sure to consult a physician before taking this or any other supplement.
Second: Fish Oil or (Omega 3 Fatty Acids) Fish oil have two main fatty acids: DHA (docosahexanoic acid) / EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid). Make sure the supplements you purchase contain an adequate amount of these two fatty acids. They are also found in fish such as salmon. Fish oil is important to take on daily basis as it helps with mental health, helps in prevention of colon, prostate & breast cancer, also, heart health, and overall health. Make sure to consult a physician before taking this or any other supplement.
Third: Multi-Vitamin Just about everyone has heard of Multi-Vitamins. But, most don’t realize how important taking this supplement actually is. Due to busy lifestyles, and/or poor eating habits, most of us are lacking in important vitamin and mineral intake that our body need for optimum functionality. Choosing multi-vitamin brands can be a little tough. I recommend to search around and do good research on the different types of vitamins on the market today. Also, try to get multi-vitamins that are more tailored to you, i.e. (active lifestyle, for men, for women, for seniors, etc.). Make sure to consult a physician before taking this or any other supplement.
Fourth: Ice Cold Water I know, I know, who else doesn’t know that you need to drink plenty of water daily if you want to stay/get in great health! But, did you know that drinking ICE COLD water is really what does the trick with helping you lose weight? When you drink ice cold water your body begins to burn fat so that it can warm the water you’ve just drunk to body temperature. This is also known as the thermogenic effect. You won’t burn a large amount of calories, but drinking large amounts is still incredibly important for your health.
Fifth: Olive Oil Olive oil consist of unrefined monounsaturated fats, which is healthy for your body. Olive oil can also increase fat burning, healthy HDL cholesterol levels and more! Replace all of your usual cooking oils with olive oil. You can also use it as a base for salad dressing. Refer to healthy salad dressing recipes for more information on how to make this healthy alternative dressing to the usual high calorie and carb dressings on the market today. Before you take any type of supplement, even Multi-Vitamins, it’s important to consult with your physician first.
Sixth: Green Tea Green tea is highly recommended daily. Powerful antioxidants that helps cleanse your body, plus lowering cholesterol levels, weight loss, speeding up your metabolism, helping in treatment is skin disorders and so much more!
In conclusion, as with any program, supplements, etc., nothing is going to work correctly without maintaining a consistent routine of exercising.
