Susan Dopart - Nutrition and Fitness Consultant Susan B. Dopart, M.S., R.D. 2336 Santa Monica Blvd. Regular activity is a major component to any type of weight management program. Exercise plays an amazing role on appetite suppression, increasing one's metabolism, and insulin sensitivity to maximize fat loss.
Exercise helps with managing stress levels, alleviating depression, and increasing immunity.
A combination of aerobic and strength training is ideal for most individuals. Aerobic activity 4 or more times per week improves cardiac function and is essential for fat metabolism. Strength training two or three times per week can assist in increasing ones metabolism, protecting muscle and bone loss during weight loss, and toning.