How to Increase Your Metabolism

Your metabolism rate is based on several factors, including age, gender, amount of muscle versus fat, and activity level.

Things You'll Need

• Exercise Mats
• Exercise Equipments
• Exercise Weights

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Instructions

• 1

  Get into a regular exercise program. Exercise at least 30 minutes a day, five days a week.

• 2

  Do aerobic exercise such as walking, biking or using a stair-climbing machine for at least 30 minutes.

• 3

  Incorporate weight lifting or other muscle-building or maintenance programs. The more muscle mass you have, the faster your metabolism.

• 4

  Exercise twice a day if possible. Do your vigorous workout in the morning, and then take a walk after dinner. This way you will continue to burn calories at a higher pace for almost the entire 24 hours.