A FITNESS chef has revealed five popular fat loss trends that you need to forget about.
Only by ditching them and sticking to a more simple plan will you actually shed the pounds, he explained.
An expert has revealed five popular fat loss trends that don’t work
Being in a calorie deficit is really one of the only ways to lose weight, he said
Graeme Tomlinson, AKA The Fitness Chef, has become renowned for encouraging people to bring weight loss back to the basics.
The social media star told his one million Instagram followers “it’s time to throw these fat loss lies in the trash once and for all.
“Doing so will make you happier and fat loss more sustainable.”
1. Drinking lemon water
Some studies suggest drinking lemon water before meals may help promote and improve digestion.
However, Graeme said the drink will do nothing for you weight loss goals.
2. Abs trainers
Ab trainers have been touted by celebrities as a fast and easy way to tone your stomach.
The devices allegedly work by contracting muscle – mimicking the body’s “natural response” to exercising.
“Abs trainers do not burn belly fat or give you a six pack”, the expert said.
“If you think these work, you might as well attach your abs to a tumble dryer.
“At least doing that won’t cost you £159.99,” he added.
3. Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar that is often acknowledged as the quick-fix and secret to shedding pounds – and fast.
Celebs including Victoria Beckham have reportedly relied on the “diet hack” to keep their trim figures in check.
But the fitness guru says the drink doesn’t actually shift any weight “unless you burn the extra calories shouting ‘yuck’ 1,700 times”.
4. Skinny coffees/teas
Weight loss teas and coffees were once loved and promoted by celebs including Kylie Jenner and Michelle Keegan.
Some, contain senna, which is a laxative, and other chemicals which have similar effects on the body.
Laxatives are a type of medicine that can help you empty your bowels if you’re having trouble going to the toilet.
However, using laxatives for weight loss is not safe or effective, Graeme said.
If a person weighs less after taking laxatives, this is likely to be due to water loss – not weight loss, he explained.
5. Extreme workout DVDs
Regularly using weight loss DVDs may well burn calories which results in fat loss, but they are completely unnecessary.
“Viewing exercise as punishment is disordered and unsustainable,” the expert said.
How to actually lose weight
Being in a calorie deficit is really one of the only ways to lose weight, meaning you’re consuming fewer calories than you burn.
“You must do this for a significant period,” the fitness expert said.
“To sustain this you need to include as many of your diet and lifestyle preferences as possible,” he adds.
Exercise is a great way to burn calories, but also has lots of other benefits including boosting your mental health.