Tag: weight training

What’s the Obsession with Protein?

What’s the Obsession with Protein?

I’ve never understood why so many people are obsessed with protein.  Are these people training to be football players?  Do they want to be bodybuilders?  If you’re trying to stay in shape and healthy, there’s no need for extra protein.  If you’re consuming an average diet, there’s enough protein to meet the daily allowance.  Protein builds muscles.  So, if you’re…

Best Way to Burn Calories

Best Way to Burn Calories

I’m a big believer that cardio is more beneficial than lifting weights. There are many other advantages to cardio training, but all you have to do is search online or see the chart below to view how many calories are burned during cardio versus weight training. I have a friend who is around my same height but used to be…