For weight loss, a combination of cardio and strength training exercises is ideal. Cardio helps burn calories, while strength training builds muscle, which supports a higher resting metabolic rate.
How often should you use a workout plan for weight loss? According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, you need both aerobic exercise and strength training as part of a workout plan.
The American College of Sports Medicine recently published a consensus statement summarizing the latest research on physical activity and excess body weight. Exercise has long been recommended as ...