Re: Protein Diets
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I felt the need to embark on writing an essay on metabolism but that link explains well the take home message: restrictive diets are counter-productive!
Not sure that I like some of the terminology used - these trainer types can't seem to see beyond reverse psychology as a motivational tool. Anyway, here is some more scientific info for those that care.
Our muscles are comprised many muscle fibres, of which there are several types. For simplicity I will call them red and white. These differ in their 'fuel' preference - red fibres preferentially burn fat. It follows then that more red fibres means more fat burning, even at rest. This is the basis behind raising the BMR.
Weights are one way to do this but cycling and walking are also excellent. Cycling also gives your cardiovascular system a good workout!
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