When it comes to wanting to lose body fat, lots of people often turn to the treadmill or elliptical. “One of the biggest mistakes I see when it comes to losing body fat is an overemphasis on cardio-type training and an underemphasis on loaded training (so resistance training and using weights),” says Gareth Sapstead, founder of Elite Physique Training.
Not only does lifting weights help your body continue to burn calories after you’ve finished your workout, but it also helps you preserve muscle when you’re in a calorie deficit (which is important when trying to lose body fat). Plus, it's easier on the joints than pounding the pavement. This five-move kettlebell workout is one of Gareth’s favourite for fat loss. It focuses on loaded carries, where you carry a weight for a set distance/time.
