As a result, you may not be able to sustain an intensity level that burns a significant number of calories during your workouts. However, as you become more fit, your workouts will have a greater impact upon your weight. Another way to impact your metabolism is to incorporate some strength training into your workouts. Utilize amounts that will cause your muscles to fatigue completely within 12 to 15 repetitions per exercise. If you can do more than 15 consecutive repetitions then you need to increase the weight you're using.
Muscle is very metabolically active, burning calories all day long in order to sustain itself.
The addition of a little bit of muscle can go a long way toward helping you lose weight and shed inches. Closely monitor what you eat and drink. Many individuals who believe they have sluggish metabolisms are shocked by the true number of calories they consume. Keep a journal of everything you eat and drink for a few days and examine it for unnecessary calories like sodas, candy, etc. This is a great way to get a picture of what you eat, when you eat it and why.