It takes great determination to lose weight. The fat has just been adding up for months or years, as the case may be. It is important to follow a good diet and not to go for the overkill on diet.

'How to get started' is a major cause of concern. Whether it is sweating it out at the gym or going for long jogs, it is a tough call for most fitness novices. At such a juncture it is imperative to understand ones body and its fitness requirement. And accordingly zero in on a work-out routine. Here's a look at two fast fat burning moves...

Cardio Exercises

Cardios are the best form of exercise for beginners. There is no refuting the fact that to blast calories one needs to break a sweat. One can not get a lean body without sweating out the excess flab. And cardio exercises help achieve just that; they boost stamina, make you energetic and flexible to take up an even rigorous fitness regime. Running on the treadmill, cross-trainer, cycling, swimming and skipping are the most popular forms of cardio. While a treadmill exercises the whole body, cross-trainers are for the hips and thighs.

Diet

Once the routine is set up, it is crucial to gradually cut down on red meat, fries, butter, cheese and junk food of every kind. Taking a good dose of water depending on body requirement is also important. Coconut water and fresh fruit juices too can be taken post meals.

Spinning

One might complain of lack of variety in a spinning class, as the exercise routine can get a tad monotonous. However, spinning is a wonderful way to burn calories and keeps muscles toned. Agreed, cycling in the open is a far viable option as it lets enjoy the local sights and take in fresh air, but rainy season and foggy winters can put a dampener on a fitness schedule. At a spinning studio, with the help of background music and varied lighting, a soothing and happy atmosphere is recreated. Not to mention, spinning works best when alternated with cardio exercises. It helps lose fat and build muscles. One can do 30-45 minutes of non-stop spinning once in eight days, if you are combining it with cardio.

Diet