We can’t believe we’re already nearing the end of 2017! This year we’ve recognized a selection of incredible Burn Trainers who go above and beyond to strengthen the minds and bodies of our clients.

To finish out the year, we’re recognizing Colton Woyak, Head Trainer of Burn Boot Camp Middleton, Wisconsin!

Check out what makes Colton such a strong Burn Trainer in his Q&A below!

Burn Trainer

Colton Woyak

Location

Middleton Wisconsin

How long have you been a Burn Trainer?

“1 1/2 years!”

How did you learn about Burn?

“I first learned about Burn when I started applying for jobs where I could make a meaningful impact. Burn without a doubt was the place!”

What’s your go-to workout routine?

“High-intensity interval training is 100% my favorite type of workout! To me, there is no better feeling than reaching that moment when you think to yourself, ‘I just might puke!'”

What’s your favorite workout song?

What’s your favorite inspirational quote?

“Never Satisfied.”

What’s your favorite healthy meal?

“Ezekiel bread with almond butter and a sliced banana!”

What’s your favorite athletic apparel?

“Lululemon”

What’s your favorite strength training workout?

“I’m always looking forward to training the posterior side of my body every week! I enjoy doing heavy deadlifts and all types of back exercises.”

I want to help educate you on ways to help burn fat faster, as part of a lifestyle change, not a quick fix that is promised to you that will create miracles 3 weeks before your next planned vacation. I want to help bring out the healthier, stronger version of you through these methods which all can almost be grouped into two categories… you guessed it… diet and exercise. So here it goes, 10 Simple Ways to Burn Fat Faster.

1. Increase your protein intake – Increasing the amount of protein you get in your diet will help boost your metabolism and also help maintain your muscle mass which we will talk about later. Both increased metabolism and increased muscle mass are catalysts for burning fat. 
2. Drink more water – The more hydrated you are, the more efficiently your body will run. If you are not properly hydrated, your body will not do its job efficiently and will in turn slow down your metabolism. Slower metabolism = slower fat burning process. 
3. EAT BREAKFAST – Kick start your metabolism from the get go! Eating breakfast will get your metabolism going early, so that your body will process properly for the rest of the day. Also, if your first meal is early, you are less likely to overeat/over snack during the rest of the day as a result of being hungry. 
4. Increase fiber – Increasing your fiber through clean, healthy sources (fruits and vegetables) will help keep you fuller longer. Dark colored vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, and artichokes are all great sources of fiber. 
5. Increase good fat intake – When you increase one macronutrient (protein, fat, carbohydrate) you must decrease another to reach your caloric goals. By decreasing carb intake, and increasing fat, you lower insulin levels in your body. By doing this, you allow your body to access fat stores and use them for energy, while “also allowing fat to enter and fuel your muscles (https://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/how-eating-more-fat-helps-you-lose-more-weight.html) 
6. Eat smaller, more frequent meals – By doing this, you allow your metabolism to be continuously running smoothly throughout the day. 
7. Take a look at when you are consuming your carbs – The timing in which you consume your carbs, as well as the source of carbs can play a role in fat loss. Try and keep your carb consumption to the morning, and/or after your workout. This way your body will use those carbohydrates as fuel instead of storing them as fat. Also, try and get your carbohydrates form clean sources such as sweet potatoes, oatmeal, other vegetables, etc. 
8. Increase lean muscle mass (LIFT WEIGHTS! That means you too ladies!) – Increasing lean muscle mass will allow your body to burn calories even after you are done working out! Simply put, the more muscle you have, the more calories you burn even at rest. 
9. Incorporate HIIT into your training – High Intensity Interval Training will give you a better bang for you buck when it comes to cardio. Adding short bursts of high intensity followed by brief rest periods will allow you to burn more calories, in a shorter amount of time. 
10. SLEEP – How great is it to be told you need to sleep more!? This means going to bed earlier for those of us who wake up before the sun. Studies show that people who get more sleep make better food choices, and consume less extra calories than those who are sleep deprived.
    

So, as you can see, these are not necessarily easy lifestyle changes to incorporate into your every day, however they are simple, necessary steps that need to be taken in order to increase fat loss. Try adding 2-3 of these methods into your daily routine to start, and see what differences you notice! Eat clean, train mean, burn fat, and become a stronger, more confident, more energetic version of you.

Much of our time is spent connected to the internet in some way, shape, or form. With the advancements that have been made in technology, it is easier than ever to search information on any subject we desire. We are connecting through out computer, cell phone, and now even our watch. Who would have imagined that we would be able to do the things we can on the devices we hold so dear to us? However, is the the internet the best place to search for information?

The Internet is not always right. Not everything that is put on the internet is accurate. You are probably wonder why you are reading this in a blog that’s related to exercise, well let me tell you why.

Some of the things that has made its way to the World Wide Web are Work Out Programs, Nutrition Plans, & Fitness Tips. It is great that everyone is trying to help each other, however the majority of fitness related topics on the internet are not accurate. Even worse, there is no one to police this information.

But now you can!

Trust Your Trainer Not Google, when it comes to anything related to Fitness and Nutrition. Searching google is easy, convenient, and you don’t have to be embarrassed to ask questions. The majority of the content online is written by people who are not qualified to be writing about the topics they are.

At Burn Boot Camp our trainers are held to the highest qualifications in the business. All of the trainers are Educated, Certified, and Experienced before they come on board with Burn Boot Camp. Then we are trained some more and molded into the BEST TRAINERS in the business.

The Internet Is Not Always Wrong. There is good information out there, but how do you know what is wright or wrong. Let me tell you!

• Ask Your Trainer. My first recommendation when you are looking for Fitness info is Always Ask Your Trainer. That’s what I am here for. I love nothing more than when someone comes to me and ask me for advice about anything related to fitness. Even if its to find out what sites are good sites to turn to for information. I have been in this industry for a while, and my first priority to help you meet your goals.
• Check Out Our Blog. I guarantee if you check out our blog you will find the answers that you are looking for and you just might learn something new. Check our blog!
• Check Out Burn TV. Did you know that Burn Boot Camp has its on YouTube Channel? On this channel you can find anything you would need in relation to fitness. We have workouts you can follow along with, ways to meal prep, and much much more. Educate Yourself With Some Burn TV!
• Check The Sources. If you are going to research your fitness related topics online, make sure to check your sources. One thing I always check is, who wrote the article, and I check their qualifications. Yes, I Google the person who wrote the article to find out as much about them as possible, and if they are not a credible author, I toss it out the window. Remember quality over quantity.
  

I want to challenge you to follow these steps so you are getting the right information. Burn Boot Camp is more than just a gym for you to come sweat out some calories. Burn Boot Camp is your one stop shop for anything you would ever need fitness related. We provide all the tools you would ever need to crush your fitness goals and set new ones to crush.

Make Sure To Get Better Every Day!

Mike Hazel

P.S. If you have any questions for me regarding, fitness, nutrition, or anything at all, please don’t hesitate to ask. It is what I am here for. You can reach me at my email at mhazelbbc@gmail.com.