If you are keen to improve your metabolism then these handy tips will certainly give you a kick start:

1. Have a more active lifestyle. Go by foot instead of taking the bus, cycle to work, walk up the stairs instead of using the lift, visit the shops instead of shopping online – just a few examples of activities that can impact your metabolism, substantially increasing your daily energy expenditure and fat-loss.
2. Modify your workout routine. Alongside cardiovascular training, focus on building muscle through big compound body weight exercises (squats, press-ups, pull-ups etc.) and strength exercises. Switch part of your steady-state aerobic workouts to HIIT protocols.
3. Sleep more.The amount of rest you get each night doesn’t only affect your mood and productivity the next day but it also affects your metabolism. Required sleep levels differ but as a general rule try not to sleep less than 6 hours per night, and ideally around 7-8 hours.
4. Improve your breathing. The way we breathe affects our metabolism since the amount of oxygen we make use of determines how many calories we burn. Make sure your breathing system is all right, learn the proper breathing basics and breathing exercises to increase metabolism.
5. Drink enough water: Proper hydration is key to a fast metabolism, since all the metabolic processes require water. The amount a person needs to drink to avoid getting dehydrated will vary depending on a range of factors, including their size, temperature and how active they are. As a general guideline drink at least 30ml water per kg of body weight.
6. Get enough protein. It has been demonstrated that those taking in adequate levels of protein have higher energy expenditure at rest. Make sure you get your portion of lean proteins alongside vegetables and fruit.
7. Drink caffeine and theine. A cup of coffee or green tea may give you more than just an energy boost midday. One of the benefits of caffeine and theine consumption is a short-term rise in your metabolic rate that means a temporary higher caloric expenditure. Downside: they tend to dehydrate your body, so make sure you are drinking adequate quantities of water as well.
8. Spice up your meals. Spicy foods have natural chemicals that can kick your metabolism into a higher gear. Cooking foods with a tablespoon of chopped red or green chili pepper is a good idea to boost your metabolic rate. The effect is temporary and not massive, but if you eat them often and combine with the previous tips, the benefits add up.

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