I'm sure you have seen them: endless infomercials with in shape models demonstrating the most ridiculous contraptions on earth.
And the most surprising aspect of all of this is that people actually pull out their credit cards in the wee hours of the morning and order these things!
So here is a review and analysis of gadgets to avoid in your fat loss quest:
1. Circular bosu trainers: Ok, these are not indicated for the fastest rates of fat loss, period. Challenging your balance is not a good way to burn the maximum amount of fat. So make sure the bulk of your fat loss program consists of challenging total body movements.
2. Circular disc trainers: I'm sure you've seen the endless oodles of personal trainers using these contraptions in commercial gyms. Again, do you want to increase balance or burn the most amount of fat? If you goal is fat loss, then stick with free weights.
3. Stability balls: Another stabilization device, stability balls are very effective for training your core and abdominal musculature. And when used sparingly, they are good for fat loss as well. But the key here is sparingly. You should sprinkle your workouts with stability ball movements, nothing more.
4. Lifting straps: Now lifting straps should be used only when you are using very heavy weights that you wouldn't be able to move otherwise. The key here is to not abuse the straps because you will limit forearm and grip development. And you don't want this to happen, especially if you have carpal tunnel.
5. TRX-like trainers: Working out while suspended by straps may be fun and a great portable solution, however it's not the best way to lose weight. Again, never forget that using complex free weight movements is the best way to lose fat.
Look, you can expect to keep on being exposed to fitness gadget marketing. So always remember that outlandish claims never hold up to the hype. Stick to the basics with high levels of intensity and you will be just fine!
Writer Katherine Crawford, an exercise physiologist and recent arm fat sufferer, instructs women on how to shake weight off. Unearth how to get sexy arms by exploring her blog about how to shake weight now!
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