Is There a Method to Your Madness?

Do you ever wonder how much you have to workout in order to shed that greasy pizza you ate for dinner last night?  Do you get frustrated when your exercise routine doesn’t yield the results you want to see?

Of course you know how important it is to monitor what you eat. You know about portion control, calories in, calories out and all that. You (hopefully) exercise because it helps to balance you and burn calories. However, if you aren't seeing the results you're aiming for, then maybe it’s worth taking a look at what you're doing and how long you're spending on a particular exercise.

Here’s an example. A 130 lb. woman who does aerobics for one hour will burn about 351 calories. It’s about the same if she opts to walk briskly for an hour. If she spends an hour lifting weights, she will burn about 405 calories.

Becoming more aware of what you eat and how you expend calories will move you closer to your goals. Here’s a great activity calculator from the Calorie Control Council that will help you determine a method to your madness.