Weight training exercises for weight loss

The larger the muscle group, the more energy needed to use those muscles, the more calories burned = maximum weight loss!

The squat: The squat is always associated with body builders, but people wanting to lose weight are avoiding a key exercise. The squat utilizes the biggest muscles in the body, the legs and glutes! The squat uses maximum energy and therefore burns maximum calories, its also great for toning the mid section and losing weight from the legs, bums and tums if you use correct form.

The lunge: Just like the squat the lunge is great for weight loss and toning the lower body as it uses the large muscle groups and is a high calorie dependant exercise. Try holding dumbbells at your side as you perform lunges and experience great weight loss and toning benefits.

The lat pull down: This exercise is great for toning and uses another large muscle group, the back. Several muscles are needed to pull the bar down therefore a lot of energy from calories is needed, great for losing weight and burning that stubborn fat!

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