Men Build Lean Muscle Mass More Easily

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During middle age, a man’s hormone (testosterone) levels tend to drop, which can lead to an increase of fat cells in the abdominal area. However, men more easily build lean muscles that can burn more calories even when they are at rest.

Anytime you take in less energy than your body uses, the deficit calories causes the body to fulfill its needs for fuel by metabolizing energy from fat deposits stored in the body’s tissues. This triggers weight loss due to the loss of tissue mass.

For those of us living in the real world, a perfectly fit woman will have around ten percent more body fat than a perfectly fit man. That's just Mother Nature allowing for the difference in energy consumption and fat storage between the sexes. Limiting consumption of saturated fat found in meat, high-fat dairy products, and processed foods can help with weight loss. Create a menu plan that is high in plant-based foods like vegetables, fruits, and whole grains can boost weight loss.

Prevent Weight Gain Around the Waist

Preventing weight gain around the middle may be easier for some than others. Although men are more prone to add belly fat, it is important to take measures to avoid accumulating abdominal visceral fat deposits. Listed below are some helpful strategies to get you started:

Increase Cardio Exercise – Aerobic exercise is an effective weight loss method and studies suggest it is particularly effective at reducing belly fat. But, both the frequency and duration of exercise may be more important than intensity.

Limit Intake of Sugar – If your goal is to get rid of belly fat, it is important to recognize that even natural sugars like honey or fructose should be consumed in moderation, and refined sugars should be avoided.

Try Fasting – A study in Cell Metabolism indicates that in the state of ketosis, the body metabolizes fat. Similar to the way the keto diet helps with weight loss, intermittent fasting can put you into a state where you are using ketones as fuel.

Drink More Water – Along with water, unsweetened green tea is an exceptional beverage that may help you lose belly fat. Green tea contains both caffeine and antioxidants that are believed to boost your metabolism.

Better Sleep to Reduce Stress – Sleep deprivation is linked to an increased risk of weight gain. Getting enough high quality sleep should be a priority for men trying to shed unwanted belly fat.

Following a Personalized Menu Plan

The most effective solution for dealing with a beer belly or muffin top is a combination of following a caloric-deficit menu plan and increasing physical activities, including cardiovascular and resistance exercises to firm up and tone your muscles. The deeper fat found insider your abdominal cavity can be extremely harmful to your health.

In a recent study reported by Medical News Today, an increase in exercise can reverse a man’s amount of visceral fat deposited in his abdominal cavity, while a moderate approach to exercise can help visceral fat deposits from mounting up. Metabolic Research Center has been helping men lose weight and restore their good health for more than three decades. Contact the MRC nearest you for a free weight loss consultation and start losing dangerous belly fat today.