Resistance Training Vs Cardio Vascular Training in the Aid of Weight Loss

Resistance training vs cardio vascular training in the aid of weight loss

In life if you look good then you feel good, “your body image will affect how you think, feel and act in certain situations”, says (Wilhelm, S, 2006, p. 5.) Losing weight if you are not happy with the way you look can lead to a healthier lifestyle. Research suggests that having a healthy mind and body contributes directly to what success we have in life. The world has evolved in such a way that people generally do not have the time to prepare a healthy diet or regular exercise plan which can then result in weight being gained. “ With the trend of obesity on the rise, great amounts of money and attention have been directed toward regimens for losing weight and maintaining healthy lifestyles,” says (Anderson L, 2007, online), however when it comes to losing weight each individual is different, each individual has different goals in the way that they want to lose weight.

One of the most fiercely contested debates in the sports industry is what is the best method of losing weight, people in all fields whether it be the media, or exercise and health professionals have there opinions but unfortunately the message is inconclusive (Westcott W, 2006). However, it is vitally important that you know which path you want to take whether it be cardio vascular exercise or resistance training. Both of these methods have pro's and con's, and in my paper research and my own background knowledge will be backed up using references from different sources. Research suggests that both methods of exercise are vitally important but you as the individual must be able to distinguish the difference between one an other and use this knowledge to effectively achieve your own personal goals. The type of exercise to be integrated is where the debate begins, is resistance training or CV exercise more effective for weight loss.

Dieting is now a proven way of losing weight in a short space of time but unfortunately most of the weight people are losing isn’t actually fat, “In fact only about 58% of the weight lost is fat and 42% is lost from our Lean Body Weight”, says (Manky G, 2004, online). Therefore I think it is a paramount that we have a suitable exercise plan to go with our diet.

To lose weight using any type of exercise has many factors, for example age, gender, weight and metabolic rate. Doing cardio vascular training is convenient for most people because of our busy work schedules and hectic lifestyles. Going for a run or cycle can be done at your own convenience and you don’t have to wait for a sports centre to be open or wait for a gym partner.

“ Exercise reduces levels of the body’s stress hormones, such as adrenaline and cortisol”, says (Simons T, 2011, p. 8). Doing cardio vascular exercise gives you a great sense of pride and