Think of your metabolism as a furnace—protein is the wood that keeps it burning. Eating high-protein foods like lean meats, eggs, and legumes helps preserve muscle mass, which is key to keeping your metabolism active.
Cardio is great, but don’t skip resistance training. Lifting weights or doing bodyweight exercises builds muscle, and muscle burns more calories even when you’re resting. More muscle = a faster metabolism!
Drinking cold water can slightly increase your metabolism as your body works to warm it up. Plus, staying hydrated helps your body efficiently break down fat and process nutrients.
Cutting too many calories too fast signals your body to go into survival mode, slowing your metabolism to conserve energy. Instead, aim for a moderate calorie deficit and eat balanced meals.
NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) includes all the little ways you move during the day—walking, fidgeting, even cleaning. Standing more and taking short walks can add up to big calorie burns!
Lack of sleep messes with hunger hormones and slows metabolism. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep to keep cravings in check and fat-burning hormones in balance.
Certain foods, like chili peppers, green tea, and coffee, contain compounds that slightly increase calorie burn. Adding a little spice or sipping on green tea can give your metabolism a natural lift.
Chronic stress leads to high cortisol levels, which can cause fat storage, especially around the belly. Manage stress with meditation, deep breathing, or activities you enjoy to keep your metabolism running smoothly.
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