Did you know that after completing an intense workout, your muscle cells keep working hard to burn fat?
This magical process is known as the “afterburn effect.”
Your metabolism revs up and expedites weight loss during this post-workout rest period.
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Pretty cool, right?
Yeomans compares EPOC to the engine of a car.
After the car runs for a long distance, its engine stays warm for a while after.
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“In the context of human metabolism, consider muscles as the ‘fat-burning engine.’
Hence, after your workout is a very productive calorie-burning time that you totally want to take advantage of.
Now, let’s get back to the car engine comparison.
Another excellent way to harness the afterburn effect is by engaging in a regular strength training routine.
This involves working with your body weight, resistance bands, or weights like dumbbells or kettlebells.
