What is M.I.T?  

MIT is a specialized form of interval training that involves short intervals of maximum intensity exercise separated by longer intervals of low to moderate intensity exercise. Because it involves briefly pushing yourself beyond the upper end of your aerobic exercise zone, it offers you several advantages that traditional steady-state exercise (where you keep your heart rate within your aerobic zone) can’t provide.

How long is MIT ? 

 A MIT workout will help you lose up to 9 times more fat than a similar cardio workout. It is mostly used for individuals trying to lose weight fast or are training for a event. It has a number of distinct goals and differences which make it unique.

Benefits of MIT

One of the advantages to MIT is that it can be applied to almost any form of cardio imaginable and can even be custom tailored to fit any exercising level, from beginners all the way to Olympic athletes!  You can even burn up to 1000 calories in a short period of time. MIT is a very effective way to get in shape quickly and stay in shape. The key to MIT’s success is that it constantly keeps your body guessing.  MIT can be strenuous for the first time so make sure to go at your own pace and stay hydrated. MIT is all about changing it up and fighting the ever looming “plateau effect”, and if used properly,MIT is one of the best ways to reach your fitness goals. Not to mention it keeps your body burning fat for hours well after you are done with MIT.

The Key Elements

The key element of MIT that makes it different from other forms of interval training is that the max intensity intervals involve maximum effort, not simply a higher heart rate. There are many different approaches to MIT, each involving different numbers of high and low intensity intervals, different levels of intensity during the low intensity intervals, different lengths of time for each interval, and different numbers of training sessions per week. If you want to use MIT to improve performance for a particular sport or activity, you’ll need to tailor your training program to the specific needs and demands of your activity.

Notice that I didn’t say HIIT would be easier, just that it would take less of your time. In fact, the MIT approach to cardio exercise is very physically demanding and isn’t for everyone. If you have any cardiovascular problems or other health concerns that limit your ability to exercise at very intense levels, or if you are relatively new to aerobic exercise or not already in good shape, MIT is not for you—at least for now. If you have any doubts or concerns about whether it might be safe for you, check in with your medical professional before trying MIT.

You don’t need to swap all of your aerobic exercise for MIT to gain the benefits. A good balance, for example, might be two sessions of MIT per week. Along with 1-2 sessions of steady-state aerobic exercise. Moderation is the key to long-term success, so challenge yourself! Get ready to see major changes in your body and your fitness level!!!! 

The six meals per day diet actually started with bodybuilders.  And people who read about bodybuilding. Unfortunately, this method of dieting was designed for one group. Only those who were interested in muscle building.  A six meal a day diet may be efficient to a 265 pound body builder who wants to lose weight. He might start by lowering his calorie intake to around 2,400- which is much more than a average person needs. If my math is right he would be eating 400 calories per meal. This man could actually lose weight by eating a six -inch steak and cheese sub for every meal!!

In my opinion I don’t agree with eating six meals a day. People shouldn’t have to force themselves to eat on a set time. It’s a inconvenience you definitely don’t need. My clients always ask me what is the best way to lose weight. My answer would be just put a deficient in there calorie intake. For a example, if you have a daily calorie intake of  2700. Then you should be putting in 2600 calories per day to create a  deficient. Remember this is a example, I picked those numbers to keep it simple and so you can grasp the concept of putting a deficient in your calorie intake.

Intermitted Fasting is another way to keep the weight off! Yes I figure I throw you a curve ball.  There are a lot of benefits to intermitted fasting. Its natural, and from a evolutionary point of view, our ancestors fasted when food was scare or they returned from a unsuccessful hunting trip. So it’s very possible that our bodies are actually designed to fast. Studies on intermitted fasting have shown that it:

• Slows down aging
• Reduces oxidative stress
• It changes your body chemistry resulting in storing less fat.
• Saves money
• Increase your body’s growth hormone production
• You can continue to enjoy your favorite foods.
• Lowers your insulin levels and increase insulin sensitivity. ( Makes it more difficult to gain weight)

 How Long Should You For?

24 hours of fasting will give you the most weight loss results. It is not recommended that you fast longer then 24 hours. Frequency should be once to twice a week. Fasting reduces your calorie intake and takes the pressure of from counting calories during each meal. Its a very simple method to weight loss and very easy to maintain long term.

Very important make sure you keep your self hydrated while you fast..