Many people struggle to lose weight after age 50. In fact, the metabolism slows down drastically due to hormonal variations typical of this phase. And this is how a whole series of problems arise. In this article, we explain, for example, how to keep skin toned and supple after age 50.
Today the editorial team wants to give some advice to get back to burning calories more easily. In fact, after the age of 50, losing weight by accelerating the metabolism is possible by doing these things.
To speed up the metabolism we need to increase the daily energy expenditure: let’s find out how.
After the age of 50, losing weight by accelerating the metabolism is possible by doing these things
20-minute walking sessions
Walking is an activity that has no contraindications and that we can all do without worrying. If done correctly it has low impact on the joints.
To speed up the metabolism and thus promote weight loss, the editorial team recommends taking 20-minute walking sessions. We will have to keep a fast pace but that does not make us pant.
It is important to start gradually if we are not used to this type of activity. In this way, we will be able to burn 150 calories and lose between 2 and 3 kilos per month.
40 minutes of swimming
Aerobic activities such as swimming allow us to burn a lot of calories and awaken the metabolism. If we swim for 40 minutes 3 times a week, we will get fantastic results.
It doesn’t matter what style we choose, but constancy. Especially after the age of 50, this sport is a real cure-all that shapes the body.
Power walking
Also called sustained walking, this type of activity allows us to tone abdominals, thighs and buttocks by burning calories.
If done twice a week, 25-minute sessions will be enough to speed up your metabolism and lose weight. We can practice power walking in the park, on the street or on the treadmill.
Walk breaks
This activity is very simple but extremely effective. It consists of alternating walking with light running. If done every other day it allows to accelerate the metabolism and to strengthen the cardio-respiratory system.
After the age of 50, practicing this activity helps us to improve circulation, which often becomes a problem at this age.
Yoga
Yoga is an activity that does not help burn many calories, but allows us to increase metabolism and build new muscles. In addition, yoga activates the parasympathetic nervous system and helps manage anxiety and stress situations that can debilitate us.
Advice
We pay attention to our habits. In fact, if we make sure we cycle every day we will get fantastic results. We can lose up to 5 kilograms per month by using the bicycle daily for commuting.
And finally, let’s not underestimate the benefits of dance. In particular, belly dance increases muscle tone by slimming the stomach, hips and legs.
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