Fat Loss Is Your Goal: How Should You Train?

If fat loss is your goal, don’t get caught in the novelty trap. Instead, learn how consistent training with a solid plan can deliver real results and help your clothes fit better. At OC Gym, we’re here to guide you with proven methods that work.
What Is Zone 2 Training?
Zone 2 training is exercise performed at 65% of your maximum heart rate. This level, often called a conversational pace, is easy to sustain and doesn’t leave you feeling drained. At OC Gym, we incorporate cyclical movements—like biking, rowing, or walking—to help you achieve this heart rate zone without overtaxing your body.
Zone 2 Workouts at OC Gym
At least once a week, we program Zone 2 workouts into our schedule. These sessions last 30-45 minutes and focus on steady, sustainable activity. In a typical week, you’ll find Zone 2 training on Wednesdays and Saturdays in our group classes. This consistency is key to long-term fat loss.
Why Lifting Weights Is Essential
Zone 2 alone isn’t enough. For effective fat loss, you need to lift weights regularly. At OC Gym, our program includes two lower-body and two upper-body strength days each week.
Strength training not only helps build muscle but also increases metabolic flexibility—your body’s ability to efficiently burn fat. While Zone 2 burns calories and promotes fat loss, lifting weights ensures you’re building the muscle necessary to keep the weight off and improve overall health.
The Novelty Trap: Why It Fails
High-intensity daily workouts might feel productive, but they often lead to frustration. These programs rarely include proper strength training or recovery, leaving you tired and stuck in a cycle of minimal progress. This is the novelty trap—it looks exciting but doesn’t deliver lasting results. At OC Gym, we focus on sustainable, science-backed methods for long-term success.
Make 2025 Your Year for Fat Loss
If fat loss is your goal, the combination of Zone 2 training and consistent strength work is the path to success. Stop chasing quick fixes and start building a sustainable routine.Need help getting started? Book a Free Intro today! At OC Gym, our mission is to help you become strong, happy, and healthy—and 2025 can be the year you make it happen.