Whether you’re looking to burn a few lbs, or need to tackle that beer belly for good, its frustrating when the results don’t seem to come fast enough.
We have all been there, from trying to hit the gym and sticking to your new resolution to attempting to make healthy choices at meal times… Chiseling that body is a lot harder than bulking up!
Today we will be revealing personal trainer secrets which help average Joes turn dad bods, into something you can be proud to strut at the beach. More precisely we will be looking at what causes men to gain weight, and the most efficient weight loss pills for men you can take to reverse these processes.
Factor #1: Before taking any supplement clear out the junk from your fridge!
There are many factors which can cause you to gain weight, and before you take any supplement your first call to action should be to clear out all the junk out of your fridge and pantry.
Here is what you should be looking out for:
- Processed foods
- Ready made meals
- Syrups
- Sweet & salty snacks
- Sodas
- Sugar & artificial sugars
If you can’t read the words on the label, try and clear it out…
Instead you want to invest in simple whole foods which will provide your body with clean proteins, carbohydrates and fats which will fuel your day.
These foods will slow down your metabolism, trick your body into storing more fat, and will sabotage all your hard work.
If you feel bloated, constipated or find it difficult to go for a #2 at least once a day you may want to try a detox supplement such as CoreFlush for 30 days to reset your system.
Combined with these simple dietary changes you’ll be helping your body burn fat naturally on its own.
Factor #2: Is age slowing you down?
Testosterone is often thought of as the “fountain of youth” hormone, and is responsible for many functions including regulating our metabolism. Unfortunately once we reach our 30’s, our levels of Testosterone drop by 1% a year according to the Mayo clinic.
This means that by the time you reach your 40’s, you have 10% less testosterone, by your 50’s 20% less, and by the age of 60 you’re looking at 30% less testosterone than in your prime.
As a result, it becomes gradually more difficult to burn fat the older you get, more difficult to build muscle, and this can impact your energy levels and sexual desire.
The good news is that you can naturally increase your testosterone levels, which can help mitigate some of the symptoms associated with low testosterone levels:
According to research presented at the Endocrine Society’s 2012 meeting. Overweight men are more likely to have low testosterone levels, so by losing weight and optimising your diet you can effectively boost your body’s testosterone production.
A study lead by Anthony Hackney from the University of North Carolina found that high intensity interval training resulted in a greater turnover rate of free testosterone. Therefore you can boost testosterone production by prioritising high intensity interval workouts over cardio or aerobics.
You can also boost your metabolism and testosterone levels by taking advantage of Forskolin, which promotes cAMP production, a unique process which stimulates fat burn and encourages lean body mass. This is becoming a popular choice in the bodybuilding community, and the great news is that its 100% natural with no side effects.
Our Forskolin XL supplement features 250mg of 100% pure Coleus Forskohlii, standardised to 20% Forskolin, the same dosage as used in the studies for optimal results.
Factor #3: Is stress short circuiting your metabolism?
If you find that you’re highly stressed out on a daily basis, this is doing a lot more harm than you might realise. Not only is stress going to set you up for some serious health concerns such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and potentially even diabetes due to its influence on blood glucose sensitivity, but high stress individuals are also far more prone to weight gain.
When you’re stressed, your body releases a hormone called cortisol. This is the ‘fight or flight’ hormone that is going to prepare you to escape from danger. This dates back to ancient times when you may have had a predator after you and needed to get away quickly.
But, in today’s world, we’re hardly ever trying to outrun tigers. In today’s world, our stressors are not putting us in physical danger, thus we don’t need this high amount of energy to escape them.
Here is how you can tame stress and reduce its impact on your waist:
Get some daily exercise: Exercising is a perfect way to combat stress because it’s going to release a positive stream of endorphins in the body, which have a natural calming effect.
Don’t worry, It doesn’t have to be a 1h workout, even a 7 minute workout has been found to have beneficial effects on stress and weight gain. Start small and increase the length and intensity as you go.
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter which plays an important role in sleep, appetite, memory, learning, mood, sexual behavior, cardiovascular function, muscle contraction, and endocrine regulation.
The problem is that serotonin production declines with age, and at any age its abundance can be compromised further by stress.
According to Michael T. Murray, America’s leading naturopathic doctors, 5-HTP is a natural amino acid which can safely and effectively regulate low serotonin levels, which have been linked to depression, obesity, insomnia, migraines and anxiety.
Need a boost? Then check out our 100% natural 5-HTP supplement made from the seeds of Griffonia simplicifolia.
Factor #4: Need to curb your appetite?
If you have ever gone grocery shopping on an empty stomach you know how easy it is to fill up your shopping cart with snacks. The same applies during the day at work when you feel hungry and need a boost… its tempting to go for something sweet or savoury to fuel the day
From our experience the most effective way of reducing hunger is to bulk up on dietary fiber which helps slow down the digestion time, meaning it’ll take longer for food to pass through the stomach.
In addition to this, fiber can also help to stabilize blood glucose levels, so if you typically experience highs and lows after your meals, this is one very easy way to control that issue.
The top sources of fiber include fresh fruits and vegetables, which often contain 3-8 grams of fiber per serving as well as oatmeal, bran, buckwheat, as well as brown rice.
You can also take advantage of the benefits of fiber in a convenient supplement format. For example Yacon Root is a rich source of dietary fiber and in particular inulin which has been linked to improving glycemic indices, boosting antioxidant capacity and helping reduce body weight.
Alternatively, Glucomannan is a water soluble dietary fiber which can absorb 200 times its body weight, and acts as an expanding gel when combined with water helping you feel fuller for longer between meals.
Factor #5: Need to supercharge your metabolism?
If you want to supercharge your metabolism nothing beats vigorous exercise, especially high intensity interval workouts (HIIT).
HIIT workouts are not only super efficient (a 15 minute workout can be as effective as an hour jogging), but they also enable you to take advantage of the after burn effect in the 24h after the workout as your body recovers.
Another great way of boosting your metabolism is by taking a slimming pill packed with fat burning compounds. These will work on their own, as well as in synergy to your workouts.
Our current favourite for men is Garcinia Complex which combines the benefits of Garcinia Cambogia, with Green Coffee (45% GCA), Green Tea, Guarana, and Capsicum for optimal results.
Combine these strategies, with those powerful supplements and you have a recipe for faster and longer term results.
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