Does lifting weights burn calories longer/while resting?
Yes. Strength training is essential for calorie burning. Lean muscle is your metabolic furnace that will burn extra calories/energy 24 hours daily and not just when you are exercising. Q: Does caffeine/coffee boost metabolism? A: Actually, caffeine does the opposite. If you are trying to lose weight, it is recommended to stay AWAY from caffeine. Caffeine increases your appetite, increases your insulin resistance (making weight loss harder) and will have the opposite reaction of what you really want. Q: How can I boost my metabolism? A: To build metabolism, build lean muscle, stay away from sugars, eat breakfast, drink lots of water and get a good nights sleep. See photos of the most-discussed star bodies of all time Q: Can stretching boost metabolism? A: Stretching is part of a complete exercise plan. After a 5 minute warm-up, take another 5 minutes to stretch all of the muscles of the major muscle groups. Hold each stretch for about 30 seconds without bouncing. After your workout, tak