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Best Workouts for Women who want to lose fat

by — Last updated: 2013-09-17 in Workout & Exercises

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Is there a difference between mens and women's workouts? Many women worry that if they lift weights –traditionally a man's workout- that they will develop a manly body. Is this a valid argument?

Even if your instincts tell you otherwise, be aware that women who lift weights as a part of their workout routines have lower average body weights and less body fat percentages. Studies have shown that lifting weights and high intensity interval training is the quickest way to burn fat off the body.


Both of these styles of exercise require heavy loads to be moved at a fast pace. If you are looking to lose weight, get rid of that treadmill and hit the gym.

The difference between men and women

The only real difference between men and women is the hormone balance, as mentioned before.

This gives men a natural strength and muscle building advantage over women. However, women have better average cardiovascular capacities, and flexibility.

If you're working out with your guy friend, be aware of what your strengths and weaknesses are, and work to change these.

Read More: Women And Weight Lifting: Will We Grow Into Huge Muscle-Beasts?

Though you may not be able to lift as much weight as your guy friend, don't be afraid to lift heavier weights, and finish at 5 to 8 repetitions. More repetitions will not “tone” your muscles. It will simply teach the muscle to be able to contract for a longer period of time. The more you lift, the stronger you'll become, and the more your muscles will eat away at your body fat.

What is HIIT

High intensity interval training is used by cross-fit and other fitness organizations who have taken recent research into account when programming. Research shows that big bursts of intensive exercise is the best way to beat your fat.

HIIT causes the greatest after burn, and helps to challenge the muscles.

An example of a HIIT workout would be:

3 rounds (without stopping)

  • 10 jump squats

  • 10 burpees

  • 10 medicine ball slams

This is short and sweet. You'll go from 0 to 100 in a matter of seconds, challenging your body to keep up. While it may take some people 1 to 3 minutes to finish, it may take others 5 or 10 minutes, depending on muscular and cardiovascular condition. This is the perfect workout for a guy or a woman to try out, on their path to losing the last few pounds.

Training with your workout buddy

While a lot of folks might recommend training with a partner who is at your fitness level, you can also consider training with a person who has the same goals in mind as you. Define your goals carefully and give yourself a deadline to measure them in. If you want to lose weight and your partner wants to build muscle, its probably not the best match up. If you both want to lose body fat, this is likely the best partner for you, man or woman! Use the same workouts, and even find a trainer for you both.