Metabolism Fact and Fiction

 

True. People who exercise at very high intensities experience a post-exercise boost in resting metabolic rate that is larger and lasts longer compared with those who work out at a low or moderate level. Up the effort of your workout and you can expect to burn at least 10 percent of the total calories used during the workout in the hour or so after exercising. So, if you do a combo of walking and jogging for 4 miles (about 400 calories) instead of just walking, you may burn an extra 40 calories in the next few hours.

Tip: Infuse your workout with bursts of speed. Gradually work your way up to 2 minute intervals, 3 days a week.