A recent study by the University of Granada in Spain has revealed a simple way to dramatically increase the amount of fat burned during exercise.
The researchers found that drinking a strong cup of coffee (3mg of caffeine per kg of bodyweight) half an hour before exercising significantly increased fat oxidation during the exercise session. If this protocol was done in the afternoon rather than the morning, the benefit was even greater.
This week, try to have a cup of coffee before an exercise session to increase the amount of fat you burn.
Importance
While burning fat is generally more important for aesthetic purposes rather than health, keeping fat levels to a minimum has many health implications.
From obesity to stroke, excess body fat can wreak havoc on the body. This simple practice may help you increase the fat burning efficiency of your workout.
Implementation
Before heading out for your workout, have a cup of strong coffee (3mg per kg of body weight). For example, if you’re 70kg (154 pounds) you’ll need to have 210mg of caffeine. This would be about 1.5 standard cups of coffee.
For added benefit, do this in the afternoon. Fat oxidation is naturally higher in the afternoon compared to the morning, and adding a cup of coffee prior to exercise in the afternoon dramatically increases fat oxidation.
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I don’t drink coffee- could green tea be a substitute?
Great tip!