People try to lose weight all the time. Following a diet is essential and exercising is the best way to burn more calories and lose weight faster. Here are the top 7 exercises for weight loss.
7. Walking
Some people consider walking the best exercise for weight loss since it is the easiest. Walking does not require equipment and you don’t have to feel overwhelmed about it. For the best results, walk for 30 minutes, 4 days per week. (1, 2)
6. Running and jogging
Running and hogging can be considered the best exercises to help you lose weight. Studies show that jogging can help burn fats rapidly, especially belly fat which is associated with a lot of chronic diseases such as diabetes. (3, 4, 5, 6)
5. Cycling
Cycling helps people to lose weight and reach their fitness goals faster. Studies show that people who cycle regularly have better overall health. In addition, cycling improves insulin insensitivity, decreases heart diseases, and lowers the risk of cancers. (7, 8, 9)
4. Weight Exercises
Weight exercises are specific for people who want to lose weight. They help in building more muscles, promoting their strength, and raising resting metabolic rate (RMR). Even after finishing your exercises, your body keeps burning calories. (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
3. Interval Exercises
Interval exercises are intense bursts of exercises followed by recovery periods. Studies show that this training burns more calories than any other type of training. It is convenient for busy people; you will burn more calories while spending less time training. (17, 18, 19, 20)
2. Swimming
Swimming is a great and funny way to lose weight and build more muscles. Studies show that swimming burns a lot of calories in a very short time. It is also easy on the joints and perfect for people who suffer from injuries or joint pain. (21, 22)
1. Yoga
Yoga is great for relieving stress. It is not popular as a weight-losing exercise but it can burn good amounts of calories. Studies show that people who participate in yoga classes lose weight faster. They also don’t feel overwhelmed or anxious during exercises since it enhances mental well-being. (23, 24, 25, 26)