Exploring Additional Calorie-Burning Habits to Boost Exercise Effectiveness.

Balanced meals and regular exercise are essential for a healthy lifestyle. Particularly for weight loss, exercising to shed pounds within the same timeframe is crucial. But what methods can be chosen to burn more calories within that time? Let's explore some ways.

 

By implementing these simple methods during exercise, calorie expenditure can be increased more effectively.

 

Listening to Fast Music

Listening to fast-paced music while exercising is one way to enhance workout efficiency. According to research from the University of Verona in Italy, individuals who listened to fast music (170-190bpm) during high-intensity resistance or aerobic exercise had higher heart rates and improved endurance compared to those listening to slow music (90-110bpm). This is attributed to fast music stimulating the sympathetic nervous system, resulting in greater energy expenditure during exercise. However, it's important to note that using earphones may increase moisture and temperature in the ear canal, potentially leading to otitis externa, so caution is advised.

 

Chewing Gum

Chewing gum during exercise is also effective. Chewing gum can burn an additional average of 2kcal per minute. Experts explain that chewing gum increases heart rate due to external stimuli, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of exercise.

 

Drinking Coffee Before Exercise

Having a cup of coffee before exercising can promote calorie expenditure by stimulating metabolism with caffeine. According to research from Coventry University in the UK, individuals who drank coffee before exercise showed higher performance and calorie expenditure compared to those who did not. Additionally, caffeine stimulates muscles to use fat as an energy source. It's recommended to consume plain coffee such as Americano or espresso, without additives, 30 minutes to 1 hour before starting exercise.

 

Checking Body in the Mirror

Checking the body in the mirror during exercise is also effective. This is called 'eye-body' and visually confirming changes in the body can increase motivation for dieting. Observing external changes in the body can provide greater motivation than internal data.

 

By implementing these simple methods during exercise, calorie expenditure can be increased more effectively. However, it's important to consider individual health status and exercise capacity when applying these methods.