Metabolism is the term used to describe all the chemical processes in our body that our organism needs for life. Age, gender, diet – these are just a few factors that influence metabolism. People who have a good metabolism tend to burn fats faster and thus have a slimmer figure. If you too are looking for tips to boost your metabolism, you’ve come to the right place.
Do not go to bed hungry
Many people make the mistake of going to sleep with an empty stomach. Maybe you imagined that this will make you lose weight faster, but actually hunger slows down the process because the body lacks the energy it needs to burn fat. Now, of course, this doesn’t mean that you should overeat before bed. Eat a light meal to allow your metabolism to do its work while you sleep.
If you’re still looking for inspiration for a nourishing dinner, you’re sure to find something that will make your mouth water in our recipes.
Do not skip breakfast
If you haven’t learned it yet, it’s high time – breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Every day brings with it many obligations, and in order to fulfill them well, food and the energy it provides are indispensable. Therefore, don’t forget to prepare a protein-rich breakfast, such as oatmeal, toast or eggs, early in the morning.
You can find delicious recipes for a healthy breakfast here.
The more muscle mass you have, the better, since muscles are responsible for burning fats. Make your training plan more intense and include changes such as heavier weights or explosive training. In case you need suggestions for your training plan, you can read them in our I train section.
People try to deal with stressful situations at work or in their personal lives every day. What happens in our body during such situations slows down the metabolism. More specifically, there is increased secretion of cortisol – the stress hormone. When cortisol levels are elevated, it sends signals to the body to store fat tissue, giving it an easy source of energy. This is one of the reasons why fat deposits occur easily.
The next time you feel like you’re in over your head, go for a walk or do something else to lower your stress level and thus your cortisol level. This way you can boost your metabolism again.
Coffee is good for metabolism
Coffee contains a number of stimulants, one of which is caffeine. Caffeine not only speeds up your metabolism, but can also help your body in situations where you feel slowed down or listless.
Here you can find the recipe for the trendy and healthy Dalgona coffee.
What are your tips to boost your metabolism?