How to Fix Your Sluggish Metabolism

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The fat loss journey is often an arduous, slow process. We live in a super, fast paced world with instant messaging, fast food, apps for just about everything, etc.

We are so used to fast results that when we try to lose weight, we just cannot accept that it’s taking so long.

The body does what the body wants. You can’t rush it to burn more fat, and if you do try to rush the weight loss process, you’ll probably end up hitting a plateau.

In a worst case scenario, you may injure yourself or become sick in the process.

There is no app available to speed up your fat loss.

However, there is one secret technique you can use to keep your metabolism up throughout the day. The rate at which you burn fat is directly related to your metabolic rate.

The higher it is, the more fat you will burn. Plain and simple.

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You should note that even when your metabolism is high throughout the day, your fat loss will not be instant. It will be faster but it won’t be microwave fast. So, do not have overly high expectations.

If you follow this technique, you will maximize your fat loss and that is good enough.

Every time you exercise, either with a hard cardio session or resistance training session, your metabolic rate gets a boost and stays in fat burning mode for a while after you stop exercising.

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This is known as an “afterburn” effect.

The more intense your workout session is, the longer the afterburn lasts. That is the reason so many trainers prefer short, hard sessions over slow, moderate cardio that goes on too long.

In some cases, an intense full-body weight training session can have an afterburn effect that lasts 12 to 14 hours.

Your body is burning fat for hours and hours. But, engaging in hard training sessions daily will take a toll on your nervous system.

That’s where this secret technique training session comes in.

Throughout the day, anytime you have 5 minutes to spare, you can do a quick workout. It could be 30 push ups followed by 40 mountain climbers. Or 3 sets of 10 burpees.

These are extremely quick workouts that have only one purpose. To elevate your heart rate and give your metabolic rate a quick boost.

They do not take long and can be done anywhere. Bodyweight exercises are all you need. You just need to do them rapidly for 2 to 4 minutes.

What this does is that it keeps your body in fat burning mode constantly. After a few hours, when your metabolic rate is starting to drop, another quick 3 minutes of exercise will perk it up again.

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Do this throughout the day and not only will your metabolic rate be at an all-time high, but you will also feel more active, fit and alert.

Daily life can be draggy and monotonous. These little workouts will challenge you and even if you are tired, once you do a quick workout, you will be all pumped up and ready to take on the world.

Yours in Health,

Danette

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Pizza is something we often think of us an unhealthy and fattening food but it doesn't HAVE to be.

I have some great news for pizza lovers, a few simple modifications can turn this seemingly guilty indulgence into a regular part in a healthy meal plan.

You can buy the pre-made gluten free pizza crusts but I like to make my own in big batches and freeze them so that we can thaw and top for a quick healthy lunch on the run.

It can be fun to make smaller ones and let my hubby and girls choose their own toppings.  They look like colorful works of art coming out of the oven and taste just as indulgent as the less healthy version!

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INGREDIENTS

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (*I use the full fat type)

1 egg

1 tbsp cream of buckwheat (or flax meal)

1 tbsp coconut flour

1/8 teaspoon baking soda

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DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven at 425. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined.

Line a cookie tray with parchment paper & spread cheese mixture on paper as thinly as possible, using the back of a spoon.

Reduce heat to 400 and bake on the top rack for about 15 minutes or until the crust is starting to look golden in places.

Remove from the oven and add desired toppings.

Bake for a few minutes, just to melt cheese on top

NOTE: This makes a crispier, delicious pizza crust.

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So now you have a fresh, healthy pizza crust to top with tomatoes, basil, feta, onions, mushrooms, peppers or any other favorites you have on hand. It's a great feeling knowing you don't have to give up the foods you love to keep your body in great shape.

Yours in Health,

Danette

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Ever have one of those days…

You struggle to get out of bed, you’re running late for work, you miss your morning workout, the kids are screaming, you have a fight with your spouse, etc.

We ALL have days like that once in a while. So I have a secret I want to share with you in this video to immediately snap out of it and put a smile on your face.

Here's a link to the song I want you to listen to:

Sending you love and wishing you an amazing day ahead!

Yours in health & happiness,

Danette

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It goes without saying that we all want an attractive backside, but your butt also plays an IMPORTANT role in improving your posture and reducing injury.

So whether you're 20 years old or 80 years old, you NEED to strengthen your backside…even if you don't think you do!

My husband is very active and athletic, and he still LOVES doing these moves because they target your butt in a way that other activities simply can't.

Much Love,

Danette

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