How to speed up your metabolism to lose weight

  Do you want to lose weight and see results quickly? However, you don't know what to do to help your body get rid of those extra pounds that have stuck around since the holidays. We are here to help you speed up your metabolism. Don't worry! Here are some simple tips to assist your body and help you return to the way you were before the holidays. Move more From walking to doing more household chores, the more you move, the more calories you will burn, and this will only make your metabolism use what it has in excess to carry out all these new tasks. Take the stairs instead of the elevator, carry grocery bags, take a short walk during your lunch break, and get up from your seat if you've been in front of the computer for more than two hours. Everything contributes. Even if you find it hard to see an increase in your daily activity, you can use a step counter and set a daily goal. Drink water If you are dehydrated, your body operates less efficiently and may not be digesting well or getting rid of what it needs to dispose of in the best way. To know if you are drinking enough water each day, the best reference is your urine. If when you go to the bathroom it is dark or very smelly, you are not drinking enough water and need to have more glasses throughout the day. Aim for your urine to be nearly clear. This way you know you are doing well. Weight training There are good reasons to sign up for a gym. One of them is having access to the weight area. Try to incorporate strength and resistance exercises into your week. These exercises help improve your bone density and have stronger and larger muscles. Remember that the more muscle you have in your body, the more “metabolically active” you are, which means you burn more calories, helping you burn fat while preserving muscle. If weights are not your thing, there are always other exercises you can try; how about a crossfit or pilates class?