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    ScienceDaily: Fitness News

  • Can playing active video games equal moderate intensity exercise?

    18 Nov 2009 | 11:00 am
    One-third of Wii sport and Wii fit activities provide energy expenditures equal to moderate-intensity exercise. Active video games may help prevent or improve obesity and lifestyle-related diseases, researchers said. The study was funded by Nintendo.

  • Some obese people perceive body size as OK, dismiss need to lose weight

    18 Nov 2009 | 11:00 am
    Eight percent of obese people misperceived their body size, believing they did not need to lose weight or that they could afford to gain weight. While those who misperceived their need for weight loss thought they were healthier than others their age, they had the same risk factors for heart disease as other obese patients. Those who misperceived their body size were less likely to exercise and see a physician than their counterparts who accurately perceived their body size.

  • Five exercises can reduce neck, shoulder pain of women office workers

    17 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Strength training exercises using dumbbells can reduce pain and improve function in the trapezius muscle among women suffering trapezius myalgia, a tenderness and tightness in the upper trapezius muscle. The results are the latest findings from an ongoing Danish study aimed at reducing repetitive strain injury caused by office work.

  • Students with a lower socioeconomic background benefit from daily school physical activity

    16 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Daily physical exercise at school positively improves students' body composition and exercise capacity. This is especially true of students with a low socioeconomic status.

  • Exercise-linked ventricular tachycardia is not a risk to healthy older adults

    15 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Healthy, older adults free of heart disease need not fear that bouts of rapid, irregular heartbeats brought on by vigorous exercise might increase short- or long-term risk of dying or having a heart attack, according to a report by heart experts.
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    FITNESS NEWS - Google News

  • Fat college students to take fitness class - United Press International

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    MyFox PhiladelphiaFat college students to take fitness classUnited Press International20 (UPI) -- About 25 seniors at a Pennsylvania university have failed to meet a requirement that all obese students pass a class called "Fitness for Life. Pa. university students upset about fitness classThe Associated PressLincoln U students upset about fitness requirementPhiladelphia InquirerOverweight Pa. students unhappy about fitness class ruleWGMECity Town Info Education Channel -NPR -U.S. News & World Reportall 249 news articles »

  • Broncos Challenge 11: NFL fitness test - Examiner.com

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    Examiner.comBroncos Challenge 11: NFL fitness testExaminer.comCould you pass the NFL Draft fitness assessment? The 10-0 BSU Broncos face off against the Utah State Aggies (3-7) tonight at 7:30 pm in Logan, Utah. and more »

  • Big Ben On Cover Of Men's Fitness - ThePittsburghChannel.com

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    MLive.comBig Ben On Cover Of Men's FitnessThePittsburghChannel.comPITTSBURGH -- Another honor for the Pittsburgh Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger -- the quarterback graces the latest issue of Men's Fitness. Men's FitnessWPXI.comSteelers Notebook: Pro vs. GI games help boost moralePittsburgh Post Gazetteall 10 news articles »

  • Dane County deputy loses weight, inspires others - Chicago Tribune

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    Dane County deputy loses weight, inspires othersChicago TribuneThat moment, and the months of gritty determination that followed, culminated in September at the Anytime Fitness Annual Conference when Herrem walked onto and more »

  • vidaone's New iphone Fitness Application Featured in App Store What's Hot List - PR Web (press release)

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    PR Web (press release)vidaone's New iphone Fitness Application Featured in App Store What's Hot ListPR Web (press release)Austin, TX (PRWEB) November 20, 2009 -- vidaone Inc, a global leader in diet, fitness and health mobile applications, announced today that its new iphone and more »
 
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    Sports Medicine / Fitness News From Medical News Today

  • Sports Nutrition And Dietary Supplements Discussed At Congressional Dietary Supplement Caucus Briefing

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Sports nutrition continues to be a hot topic both in Congress and the news. Because the physical stress from intense exercise increases an athlete's nutrient needs and depletes electrolytes, vitamins and other supplements play a vital role for athletes. However, legal dietary supplements, which are used by more than 150 million Americans, should not be confused with illegal anabolic steroids.

  • Promising Pharmaceutical Agents Emerge As Sports Doping Products

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Researchers from the German Sport University Cologne in Germany found that non-steroidal and tissue-selective anabolic agents such as Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) are being sold on the black market for their performance enhancing qualities. The availability of authentic SARMs was recently demonstrated for the first time by the detection of the drug candidate Andarine in a product sold via the Internet.

  • Too Much Salt, Not Enough Exercise

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    New research has revealed that an alarming number of British people are not following official advice to reduce their salt consumption and take regular exercise in order to reduce their risk of suffering from serious health conditions such as stroke.

  • Oscar Pistorius' Artificial Limbs Give Him Clear, Major Advantage For Sprint Running

    19 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    The artificial lower limbs of double-amputee Olympic hopeful Oscar Pistorius give him a clear and major advantage over his competition, taking 10 seconds or more off what his 400-meter race time would be if his prosthesis behaved like intact limbs. That's the conclusion - released to the public for the first time - of human performance experts Peter Weyand of Southern Methodist University in Dallas and Matthew Bundle of the University of Wyoming.

  • Movea Reveals SmartMotion™ Developer Solution, Accelerating Deployment Of Motion-Sensing Solutions For Healthcare, Sports And Physical Therapy

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm
    Movea, the global leader in technology, patents, and products for motion-sensing applications, unveiled its SmartMotion™ Development Kit (SMDK) at MEDICA 2009. The SMDK allows application developers, OEMs, and healthcare researchers to effortlessly add motion-sensing capabilities to their products or R&D projects. The best-in-class solution applies Movea's patented sensor fusion technology to deliver highly accurate measurement of human body orientation and precisely quantified motion.
 
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    msnbc.com: Fitness

  • Heavy college students must pass fitness class

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:24 pm
    A Pennsylvania university's requirement that overweight students take a fitness course to graduate has raised the hackles of students and the eyebrows of health and legal experts. Pennsylvania - Student - Health - Education - Colleges and Universities

  • Nintendo Wii may provide actual exercise

    16 Nov 2009 | 9:10 am
    The new active Wii video games from Nintendo Co Ltd may be creating a healthier generation of couch potato, according to a new study presented on Monday. Nintendo - Video game - Wii - Nintendo Wii - Games

  • Lack of exercise not to blame for teen obesity?

    11 Nov 2009 | 8:49 am
    Most American teenagers are not as active as they should be but a lack of exercise does not seem to be to blame for the rising rates of teen obesity, according to a U.S. study. Obesity - United States - Health - Diseases & Conditions - Adolescence

  • Can working out wear you out?

    11 Nov 2009 | 5:33 am
    Is it true that exercising will eventually wear out your joints, heart or any other body parts? Should you wait after working out before showering? Smart Fitness answers your queries. Fitness - Health - Shopping - Sports - Gyms

  • Get fit, faster, with short-burst training

    3 Nov 2009 | 5:38 am
    Short-burst interval training has long been a part of the regimen for elite athletes. And now, fitness professionals say, it’s gaining popularity with recreational exercisers.
 
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    fitfiend.com

  • Core Workout and Core Training Tips

    AllAboutAbs
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:29 pm
    Core training is important for overall health, protecting the back from injury, improving posture, and improving sports activity.   Here are some core workout tips. No

  • Pictures of Flat Stomachs and Ripped Abs

    AllAboutAbs
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:13 pm
    Should women get 6 pack abs?  Well some ladies can achieve the ripped six pack abs look and still remain very healthy.  Some women will not be able to get a 6 pack, but a flat stomach is still a great thing for a woman to strive for.   Read this article on women and 6 pack abs. No

  • Killer Abs

    AllAboutAbs
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    If you need a little motivation to push harder in your workouts, check out these pictures of killer abs.   As a society we are vain, and that can be good and bad.  Bad when it demotivates us from trying to live a helahty lifestyle, but good when it motivates us to strive to be better. Here are some pictures of people with great abs. No

  • Fitness News: President Obama and 3 NFL players to appear in PSAs during Thanksgiving Day Telecasts

    Stephen Hans Erickson
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:05 pm
    This Thanksgiving while millions of youngsters are watching NFL football games, public service announcements will air promoting Play 60 and United We Serve, encouraging kids to exercise and adults to volunteer in their community. President Obama and NFL players Troy Polamalu, Drew Brees and DeMarcus Ware will appear in PSAs during each of three NFL games airing nationally.

  • Squats are an Important Exercise to Master

    AllAboutAbs
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:50 pm
    Squats are the most important leg exercise to master.  Squats are a functional movement and you cannot go through a day without squatting.   Squats are a great quadriceps exercises.  And squats are also the king of all lower body exercises, and they are helpful for people who want to increase speed or jumping ability.  They can increase strength and metabolism.  They can add lean muscle or help to tone the thighs. No
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    CrossFit: Forging Elite Fitness

  • Saturday 091121

    21 Nov 2009 | 6:44 am
    For time: 21 Handstand push-ups 400 meter Run 21 Weighted pull-ups 15 Handstand push-ups 400 meter Run 15 Weighted Pull-ups 9 Handstand Push-ups 400 meter Run 9 Weighted Pull-ups Post time and weight used for pull-ups to comments. View image Danny Canon, Kandahar, Afghanistan CrossFit Kids: Inside a Class, by CrossFit Again Faster, CrossFit Journal Preview - video [wmv] [mov] 2009 CrossFit Games: Women's Competition - video [wmv] [mov]

  • Friday 091120

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:01 am
    Deadlift 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 reps Post loads to comments. Enlarge image Jak Grueneberg, San Diego, CA CrossFit Montclair: Think Tank - video [wmv] [mov]

  • Thursday 091119

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:39 am
    Rest Day Enlarge image Shasta Trinity Fly Crew 506 CrossFit Copenhagen, 2009 CrossFit Games - video [wmv] [mov] "The Golden State Isn't Worth It" by William Voegeli - Los Angeles Times Post thoughts to comments.

  • Wednesday 091118

    18 Nov 2009 | 8:12 am
    "Elizabeth" 21-15-9 reps of: Clean 135 pounds Ring dips Post time to comments. Compare to 090430. Enlarge image Cesar Härdfeldt, St. Anton, Austria Dr. Nicholas Romanov, The Pose Method, CrossFit Journal Preview - video [wmv] [mov]

  • Tuesday 091117

    17 Nov 2009 | 2:16 am
    "Fran" Three rounds, 21-15- and 9 reps, for time of: 95 pound Thruster Pull-ups Post time to comments. Compare to 091011. Enlarge image Kabul, Afghanistan Clean and Jerk Part 4 with Mike Burgener, CrossFit Journal Preview - video [wmv] [mov] Jason David, Motor City CrossFit, "Fran" - video [wmv] [mov]
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  • New Favorite Post Workout Meal

    angie5
    6 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    I posted about this a while back on Facebook and got part of the idea from Mike Geary author of The Truth About Abs, but his was for a quick snack and I decided to make mine into a meal. First I took about 1 tbsp of coconut oil and put in pan. When that was melted, I added about 1/4 cup of diced apples and sprinkled some cinnamon on top and sauteed until soft. Then I mixed together 3 egg whites and one whole egg along with 2 tbsp of oats into a bowl. Then I poured the mixture on top of the eggs and continued to scramble up the eggs. And it comes out nice and toasty. I then added about 1tbsp…

  • I’m Gold’s Gym Approved!!

    angie5
    4 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    I got an email from Golds Gym telling me that they wanted to list Fat Burning Tips 4 Women on their “Recommended Sites” page! What an honor! Here is why Fat Burning Tips 4 Women was choosen: The purpose of the “Gold’s Gym Approved” program is to help the general public better navigate the web to find sites that have the most credible, reliable and accurate health and fitness information. Fat Burning Tips 4 Women has been identified by global fitness leader, Gold’s Gym, as one of the top health and fitness sites in the blogosphere. Fat Burning Tips 4 Women was…

  • Nutrition Important In Weight Loss

    angie5
    2 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    Did you know that exercise alone will not cause you to lose weight? Yes you will lose a few pounds but then you notice that you gain those pounds back and a few more. Exercising alone cannot keep the weight off of you.  You must have a life style change and the most important aspect of this is, Nutrition! Nutrition is the process of nourishing or being nourished.  It is the process by which we assimilate food and use if for growth and for replacement tissue. Simply put nutrition- a source of materials to nourish the body It has to do with what you eat as your body requires certain things to…

  • Taking Control Of My Body

    angie5
    30 Oct 2009 | 11:55 am
    I posted this great quote and am using it to my advantage today… As soon as it begins, take control of your day. Decide in detail what you intend to do and commit to making it happen. If you sit around and wait for events and circumstances to pull you along, you’ll end up getting nothing accomplished. If you have no firm and resolute plans, you’ll waste all your time on meaningless distractions and interruptions. Certainly unexpected situations will come up that require your response. Yet you can choose to respond from a position of power and control, rather than from a…

  • Healthy Alternative to Store Bought Snack Bars

    angie5
    28 Oct 2009 | 7:32 am
    Some of the ladies over at Fit Chick Express posted some really good travel  snack ideas! It was then that I decided to make one of my own “snack bars” and make it out of ingredients that I would like to have in my bar. Most of the bars that I find never have enough protein for me. This recipe has a great amount of protein, along with being all natural ingredients! Here is what I added to my snack bars: 22 dried prunes or plums 1/2 cup walnuts 1/2 cup almonds 2 TBSP peanut butter 1/8 cup coconut flakes 1tbsp cocoa nibs 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips If it isnt sticky enough, just…
 
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    T-Nation Articles

  • The Get Lean Quick Scheme

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:54 am
    Oh no! Playgirl has asked you to join Levi Johnston in a Playgirl photo shoot, but you've only got 7 days to prepare!

  • Psycho Killers

    19 Nov 2009 | 6:45 am
    Serial killers aren't cold-blooded killers; they're just distracted, same as you.

  • Brain Blast Volume 4

    18 Nov 2009 | 6:32 am
    The TMUSCLE archives are a lot like Vida Guerra's panty drawer: vast and filled with fascinating things.

  • Five Deadly Strength Errors

    17 Nov 2009 | 6:40 am
    Been a while since you've added some plates to the bar? See if you've fallen victim to one of the five deadly strength errors and learn how to fix it.

  • Specialized Training - One Bodypart at a Time

    16 Nov 2009 | 6:23 am
    Is it better to increase the size of a single muscle group or spread muscle equally over the entire body?
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    Fitarella ~ Food*Fitness*Family

  • Addiction

    Fitarella
    3 Nov 2009 | 4:31 pm
    I thought going to group therapy would be a good thing. There would be other women there that could relate to what I was going through, we’d be able to share without judgment and support one another. But the group I joined wasn’t like that at all. There were 8 of us and the [...]

  • Eeew! Like a girl!

    Fitarella
    2 Nov 2009 | 5:17 pm
    We had seen each other at Starbucks a few times. He was extremely handsome. I had a ritual of getting a latte before work, at a hot new Latin fusion restaurant next door. We had exchanged glances and smiled, but that was it. Twenty minutes later I was always out the door without [...]

  • A Method to the Madness

    Fitarella
    1 Nov 2009 | 7:41 am
    *For background on this series please click here There was a system. I had a system. I couldn’t just be one of those crazy bulimics that snuck down to the kitchen in the middle of the night to binge and purge. That was too messy and way too gross for me. Besides, what if there was [...]

  • My NaNoWriMo

    Fitarella
    27 Oct 2009 | 4:30 pm
    This is my NaNoWriMo page. Welcome. Up until recently I had not heard about NaNoWriMo. Nanowriwhat? huh?! It turns out that a great writer friend participates every year in National Novel Writing Month. Participants begin writing November 1st and the goal is to write a 175-page (50,000-word) novel by midnight, [...]

  • Gold’s Approved!

    Fitarella
    22 Oct 2009 | 12:25 pm
    I’m excited to announce that Fitarella has been given the honor to be one of Gold’s Gym Approved bloggers!  The purpose of the “Gold’s Gym Approved” program is to help the general public better navigate the web to find sites that have the most credible, reliable and accurate health and fitness information.  And since I [...]
 
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    The Fit Shack

  • 5 Ways High Self-Esteem Makes Weight Loss Easy

    JoLynn Braley
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:40 pm
    High self-esteem is the cornerstone of every single area of your life and if you had it you likely would not have much interest in The Fit Shack. Why? Because if you were rockin’ a life in high self-esteem you’d have the accompanying self-worth, inner integrity, and bottom-line respect for YOU to live in a body that you completely love and adore. A fit, healthy, sexy body. However it is possible that you do have high self-esteem and are overweight and therefore the reason you are here is because you are seeking a step-by-step action plan that will get you the results…

  • My Butt Is Disappearing and Other Cool Stuff

    JoLynn Braley
    17 Nov 2009 | 1:58 pm
    I sent an email to my list earlier this week to alert them to the fact that I’m doing a fun, free call for them and yes, you can come, too! What’s funny though, is that when I emailed them (and also wrote the post that I published here yesterday) I shared that I had already dropped 11 pounds in the past 4 weeks. Well today, as I write this, the update is that it’s 12.5 pounds. And that’s without being “perfect”. Yes, that’s 12.5 pounds of fat I released over the past 4 weeks and my butt is disappearing. Well, not totally disappearing of course, but it…

  • Stop Fearing Holiday Weight Gain & Lose Weight Instead!

    JoLynn Braley
    16 Nov 2009 | 4:09 pm
    I’ve dropped 11 pounds in just the last 4 weeks and that was with eating (quite a bit of!) Halloween candy. What’s my “secret”? If you’re fearing the holidays and the yearly holiday weight gain then come join me on the free telecall I’m doing about this very subject. I’ve gotta tell you right now that the coolest thing is that for the first time in over 10 years I am not at all fearing the holidays. Not one bit. Instead I am totally confident without any more lingering: Fear. No more fear of the holiday food that will be around. No more fear of…

  • 5 Ways Low Self-Esteem Affects Your Weight

    JoLynn Braley
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:21 pm
    Are you still thinking that your weight problem is all about the food? Are you still stuck in the cycle of, “when I lose weight, then I’ll be happy”? Well I can tell you from my personal experience, as well as the past experience of my clients, that that does not work. It does not work to take only physical action to lose weight in an effort to “get happy” while ignoring the real reasons you gained weight in the first place. In fact, if you are even able to take physical action without struggle and you do end up reaching your goal weight, you will still be…

  • What Are YOU Worth?

    JoLynn Braley
    9 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    What are you worth? What is your value? If you look at it from purely a spiritual perspective, every human being is worthy of all of the abundance the Universe has to offer. However that is not the topic of my question today. I am asking YOU… what are YOU worth? What ARE You Worth?? Are you worth a trip to the grocery store for some whole foods or are you worth a steady diet of fast food? Are you worth a walk around the block or are you worth laying on the couch, overeating on chinese food and brownies, and watching T.V. all night long? Are you worth a new, cute top, a pair of jeans…
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  • First Person Friday (Lotus Pad giveaway post).

    MizFit
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Im so glad it is finally FRIDAY. I cant even say my week was busier than usual as,  if anything , it was *easier*  and s-l-o-w-e-r than last week. We threw the Tornado an early Im 4, People! Check me out! birthday party last Saturday and it was PINKtastic but the planning was also PINKhectic. (My apologies if you follow me on Twitter.  I should be shedding followers for the amount Ive lamented as of late.  Our heat broke. Our a/c broke. My phone completely died. Yada yada yada Ive been a tremendous Tweetwhiner.) As a result today’s post is short and sweet. It all boiled down to a…

  • National Diabetes Awareness Month: a personal post.

    MizFit
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:55 pm
    Many thanks to Biz for taking the time to write this post and share so much with us. “Diabetes is a Manageable Disease” Whenever I read that sentence in doctors office literature, on-line or in diabetes magazines, I sometimes shake my head.  Yes, diabetes IS a manageable disease – but the left out the “micro” management part! When I was first diagnosed with diabetes, I was put on oral medication and told to diet and exercise.  My sister and I had just finished a year with Weight Watchers – this was 1999 – and both successfully lost 70 pounds.  I felt great! I maintained that…

  • Tweetsgiving 2009.

    MizFit
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    We’ve talked before about the power of gratitude and how much we receive when we make the time to volunteer and help others. Studies have shown that there actually exists a sort of Helpers High which occurs post-volunteering/kind act. This burst of euphoria/endorphins followed by a long period of immense calm is only one of many positive physical manifestation of acts of kindness. Stress related health problems have been shown to decrease following volunteering/kind acts and, amazingly, the health benefits/sense of well being can return for hours or even days merely when the helping act…

  • MizFit Exposed.

    MizFit
    17 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    To be honest, when Michelle from eatingjourney emailed and asked me to join in her Exposed blogger movement I had absolutely no intention of doing my own Exposed post. It wasnt that I didnt think it was an amazing & powerful concept idea because I entirely did. When I worked as a counselor for college-aged women Id launch all of our groups with an exercise Id imagine many of you are familiar with. Id present them with butcher paper & ask them to draw what they though the outline of their body would look like. Next Id have them plop on the paper & Id trace them and we’d…

  • PLAYout not WORKout: hopscotch (video post).

    MizFit
    15 Nov 2009 | 11:56 pm
    Then, as so frequently happens, the student  surpassed… the teacher. UPDATE: Friday’s phone call/teleseminar was really fun. Thanks to all of you who joined us/asked questions live. You can listen to the recording here. How long? Im not sure as it’s not my technology….
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    Fitness Examiner

  • Worldwide Survey Reveals Fitness Trends for 2010

    12 Nov 2009 | 8:55 am
    For the past 4 years, the editors of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)’s Health & Fitness Journal have developed and widely disseminated an electronic survey to determine trends in the health and fitness industry. These results...

  • Can drinking green tea really help you to lose weight?

    6 Nov 2009 | 11:31 am
    Research suggests that drinking tea may have positive effects on body weight, fat accumulation and insulin activity. Gina Wu, of Tea GW, a tea expert agreed to talk to me about the top 5 types of teas people can drink that are believed to help facil...

  • The surprising truth revealed: 5 junk foods disguised as healthy snacks

    3 Nov 2009 | 8:34 pm
    Photography istock When you think junk food, what comes to mind? McDonald’s and Pop Tarts? Try again. Granola, yogurt, protein bars and juices are everyday foods we associate with health, diet and weight loss, but lurking under the wrapper is ...

  • Fit women love chocolate, some more than sex

    26 Oct 2009 | 2:12 pm
    Legend has it that Montezuma drank 50 cups of chocolate a day prior to his medieval dates with 600 women. And to think, you thought all he was responsible for was enacting revenge. In fact, the first people to convert beans into a spicy chocolate dri...

  • 10 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Your Personal Trainer

    22 Oct 2009 | 9:07 pm
    You admire and respect your personal trainer (hopefully). You hold in high regard, their wanton discipline, their discerning diligence and that oh-so dedicated punishment. But, all seriousness aside, trainers are people too, and some even laugh, ofte...
 
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    John Is Fit - Personal Weight Loss Blog

  • A Focus on Health & Fitness – Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event

    john - from fat to fit
    15 Nov 2009 | 9:04 am
    Disclaimer: While Nutrilite is paying the expenses for this trip I am under no obligation to write about the trip or their products. All opinions are my own. I'm in California for the Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event. Friday was travel day and I documented my day in pictures in Walking Around Long Beach. Saturday was the big day of the event and it would be time to get to work. We all met at 7:00am in the lobby of the AVIA Hotel, got introduced to our fellow bloggers as well as the Nutrilite team, and then took a shuttle bus to the Nutrilite Health Institute Center for Optimal Health, where…

  • Walking around Long Beach – Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event

    john - from fat to fit
    13 Nov 2009 | 8:01 pm
    Disclaimer: While Nutrilite is paying the expenses for this trip I am under no obligation to write about the trip or their products. All opinions are my own. Today was travel day for the Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event which means there were no scheduled activities and we were all on our own to do as we pleased. I had a 9:00am flight from Minneapolis that was totally uneventful, even considering I was carrying on my CPAP machine. At the security checkpoint I was pulled aside by TSA as expected but they cleared me through very quickly without any grief. At LAX met our driver along with Steve and…

  • Going to California – Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event

    john - from fat to fit
    13 Nov 2009 | 3:57 am
    Disclaimer: While Nutrilite is paying the expenses for this trip I am under no obligation to write about the trip or their products. All opinions are my own. Earlier this summer I was invited by Nutrilite to a Blogger Event in Los Angeles at the Nutrilite Health Institute Center for Optimal Health. The event looked really fun and educational and included an opportunity to watch a professional soccer match featuring A.C. Milan – having played and coached soccer this is something I would have really enjoyed. Alas, I couldn't make the event fit my schedule and I was not able to go.

  • Good Start to the Week

    john - from fat to fit
    9 Nov 2009 | 7:17 pm
    After getting up the gumption to post my update yesterday I knew today was going to be an important day. Could I stick with the plan and remember that I am supposed to be on a diet? Or was I going to fall right back into the bad habits that have caused my weight to balloon back up over the last year? Well I'm here to report that it's almost bed time and I had a good day. I almost got off to a bad start when I decided I was going to eat leftover pizza for breakfast. We had 3 slices of Margarhita pizza left over from the night before when we went out celebrating my daughter's…

  • Weekly Update – 11/08/2009

    john - from fat to fit
    8 Nov 2009 | 7:31 pm
    Diet starting weight: 299 Week starting weight: 299 Today's weight: 298 Week weight loss: 1 lbs Total weight lost: 1 lbs Well if I'm really going to do this I've got to get back to my Sunday updates, no matter how ugly they may be. I started my diet a couple of years ago at 295 and now this week I've hit my high of 299, so I'm truly starting over and then some. Sucks. But just the act of writing this update is giving me good past vibes and maybe I can learn from that and get going with this weight loss thing once again. Things I did well this week: Did 30 minutes of…
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    Weight-Loss Tip of the Day

  • Do This: Silence the Critics

    19 Nov 2009 | 10:01 pm
    Spending time with family during the holidays may leave you open to comments from family members -- both those who criticize your weight and those who want you to eat more of their homemade goodies and "make them happy." Don't listen to either side; just hold firm with your own healthy-eating plan.
 
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    Weighty Matters

  • Do hockey and curling mix?

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    I might have thought the answer would be self-evident but for Funny Friday you can watch the answer in all of its Youtube glory!Have a great weekend![Email subscribers, you've got to visit the blog to watch]

  • Hamilton Wentworth School Board to show the Province how it's done!

    19 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    Wow.Here's a change for you - a post that's extremely positive.The Hamilton Wentworth School Board recently published their draft new school food policy and I've got to say - those folks get it.Their draft policies calls for: A ban on the use of food as a reward in classroomsThat celebratory food have at least a moderate nutritional valueThat school cafeterias will cook with local food when possible, display calories on menuboards, lose the deep fryers, and serve whole foods as often as possible rather than highly processed boxed mealsThat school events such as "meet the teacher" nights will…

  • Ontario Liberals promise pro-obesity tax breaks!

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    What a train wreck.Back in 2004 Ontario's Premier Dalton McGuinty opened up legislature with a speech regarding his government's promise to bring about, "Real, Positive Change".He reported that, "Our government is committed to working together to build a stronger province with a higher quality of life for all",and with regards to health he promised, "Healthier living - with less obesity, less smoking and more physical activity."In 2007 he opened up legislature remarking that, "Your government will do more to prevent illness by introducing legislation that would ban trans fats from all school…

  • (Podcast) Raise your finger for Chocolate Milk

    17 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    The past few weeks this blog has seen its fair share of posts about chocolate milk.Coincidentally the posting coincided with the launch of a new American Dairy Council sponsored chocolate milk campaign, "Raise your hand for chocolate milk" which has health professionals (dietitians, pediatricians etc.) recommending we raise our hands in support of chocolate milk.Someone who's not raising his hand for chocolate milk is Dr. Barry Popkin.Dr. Popkin is the Carla Smith Chamblee Distinguished Professor of Global Nutrition, has a Ph.D. in economics and is Professor of Nutrition at the University of…

  • Badvertising: Cookies "more nutritious" than milk!

    16 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    Yup. Dare Simple Pleasures Oatmeal and Dark Chocolate Cookies."Why does the milk have to be more nutritious than the cookie."Indeed. Want to go through their badvertising claims?"Source of Calcium"- Yup. Each cookie contains a whopping 3% of your total daily recommended calcium intake."Whole grains"- Yup. If you look carefully at the ingredients you'll notice that not the first (that's refined wheat flour), not the second (that's pure white table sugar) but the third ingredient is rolled oats. "Cholesterol Free"- Yup. So what if the cholesterol a food contains doesn't really have much of a…
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  • Evolution

    Jon Gilson
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:45 am
    by Jon Gilson The contention, like most that endure, made perfect sense.   Get too strong, and your endurance will suffer.  Too much endurance, and your strength will drop.  You can’t have everything. Fortunately, perfect sense and reality do not always occupy the same space, their neat relationship thrown askew by the inexorable march of athletic evolution. The fact that we missed:  previous feats of athleticism will always be surpassed.  Sprinters will sprint faster, lifters will lift more.  Quarterbacks will throw more accurately, batters will hit…

  • A Testament to Audacity

    Jon Gilson
    1 Sep 2009 | 10:28 am
    by Jon Gilson Boston’s Back Bay is surprisingly stable.  Row after row of brick homes, built on top of a dirt-filled marsh, every flagstone basement below sea level.  Logic would dictate that this early nineteenth-century engineering should have calved into the Atlantic years ago, yet it stands to this day, a testament to the audacity of those who built it.  John and I were driving down Beacon Street, the Back Bay’s main artery and canyon of Victorian-era architecture, when he handed me a manila envelope. “This is my knee.” Today marked the first time…

  • After the Gun

    Jon Gilson
    18 Aug 2009 | 9:00 am
    by Patrick Cummings His name was Brett and he was the fastest kid I ever knew. He was shorter than I was, and lighter. He never seemed to get tired. He ran the 400-meter race every meet, and that confused me. I didn’t understand anybody who would want to do that. Every time he did, though, I was relieved. If he ran the 400, then it meant he couldn’t run the 200, and that was my race.Senior year in high school, I only lost the 200 was when he was in it. I couldn’t catch him.The end of the season came, and our team of athletic misfits gathered in the center of the track for…

  • Coaching 101: Center of Gravity, Area of Base, and Torque

    Jon Gilson
    13 Aug 2009 | 11:11 am
    by Jon Gilson Successful lifting depends on four elements: area of base, center of gravity, combined center of gravity, and torque. If the aspiring coach understands the relationship between these elements and how they inform technique, the quick identification of faults and their respective remedies becomes automatic.Area of base is a simple concept. It is the field delineated by the outside of the athlete’s feet and the space between them, length and breadth. It changes in size based on foot position, but is always rectangular. Center of gravity is the point within any body around…

  • Cult

    Jon Gilson
    4 Aug 2009 | 7:46 am
    by Jon Gilson This can’t be a cult; the connotations are all wrong. "Cult" would imply that something foolish or devious is occurring, something motivated by greed or vanity, something to do with stars or demigods, the cosmos or the second coming.The only motivation here is excellence. Caring too much. Pushing the boundaries. All that stuff you say during a job interview and nobody believes you.From outside the looking glass, I can see the disbelief. I can believe the disbelief. Thousands of people, swearing up and down this is the best thing since solar power, lawn irrigation, and…
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  • The Best Low Calorie Snacks: Nutrient Dense, High Protein, 150 Calories

    Amelia Burton
    17 Nov 2009 | 7:26 pm
    Choosing the right snacks for low calorie diets can be really tricky. They need to be tasty, nutritious, filling, and easy to prepare. Here are my favourite 150 cal snacks (600kj). Please note to convert KJs into Cals divide by 4. Nutrient Dense Whole Foods Fruit: One banana and a peach, small-med mango, large orange 15 x medium strawberries, ½ cup blueberries and a dollop of LF yoghurt Nuts: Note nuts are a risk. They are VERY high in fat and more-ish. I don’t recommend them unless it’s a sprinkle in salad. 20 almonds 12 walnuts (1/2 nut shaped like a beetle) 15 cashew nuts 40…

  • Protein Intake: How Much Do I Need and Where do I get it?

    Amelia Burton
    11 Nov 2009 | 10:53 pm
    Protein intake is a passionate topic. Read any body building website and you will be bamboozled by the latest and greatest protein supplements. Then there are the other punters who cry that we are eating too much protein and our health will suffer. So how do you sort through the contradicting press and how much protein do we really need to look great, and feel healthy? Recently I came across a comprehensive article written by The Fitness Spotlight on Protein intake per day. If you are looking for some more detailed insights, read their article. It details techniques such as protein pulsing…

  • The Power of a Training Buddy

    Amelia Burton
    3 Nov 2009 | 10:50 pm
    Do you sometimes feel uninspired to train? Even with a goal or event in mind, you still find yourself training without gusto or skipping sessions. One way to snap you out of this very vanilla phase is to land yourself a training buddy. Like any healthy relationship there can be ups and downs, but the journey is always much more fulfilling when you are sharing it with someone. Recently I ran the Melbourne Marathon. I had the most incredible weekend, not just because I scored a PB of 3hr 16min but because I shared the experience with my new training buddy Michelle Bridges. Although we’ve been…

  • New Exercise Guidelines Released: More Strength and Intensity Training

    Amelia Burton
    2 Nov 2009 | 9:53 pm
    Editors Note: This post is written by our elite performance specialist Andrew Verdon. Andrew has completed a Diploma in Exercise Science, Certificate IV in Fitness, Level 1 Strength Coaching Qualifications with ASCA. He is currently completing a Post Grad Diploma in Applied Science (Elite Sports Training) and will go on to do a Masters in Recovery. The well known “30 minutes a day” exercise guidelines were released back in 1995. These guidelines have recently been updated and new guidelines for physical activity  were released by the ACSM. The ACSM is the American College of…

  • What are the Health Benefits of Tomatoes?

    Amelia Burton
    29 Sep 2009 | 10:18 pm
    Editors Note: This post is written by contributor Gina Ryan. Gina is a licensed nutritionist and Wellness coach from Hawaii. Read her Bio on theAbout pageor visit her blog Lunch Without Ed Depending where you live in the world you may be swimming in tomatoes right now. Traditionally the overabundance of tomatoes leads to the process of cooking sauce and canning it for the months to come. When the more intricate process of canning is not available it is perfectly fine to freeze your sauce and enjoy it just the same. This post explores the health benefits of tomatoes and shows you how to make…
 
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  • Fun Friday: Counting carbons?

    FatFighter
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:06 am
    You know – carbons. As in carbon emissions. Check out Does This Blog Make Us Look Fat? to find out why it’s the new way to watch what you eat. It’s all the rage, so do it! Get your FREE copy of "Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals" Download e-book here. Related posts What do you count? What happens when you hit the diet wall? The Twitter Diet – Are you on it? The Hershey’s Kiss Diet The Hershey's Kiss Diet

  • Movie popcorn and soda like 3 Quarter Pounders and 12 pats of butter

    FatFighter
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:33 am
    You probably know the popcorn at the movie theaters is far from healthy, but did you know having a medium popcorn and soda from a major national chain is like eating three McDonald’s Quarter Pounders with 12 pats of butter? That’s according to a new report from the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI). CSPI says the popular combo from Regal, the country’s biggest movie chain, has 1,610 calories and three days’ worth – 60 grams – of saturated fat. The study is an update to research CSPI did on movie theater popcorn 15 years ago. Here are some…

  • News Nugget: Some obese people don’t know they have a weight problem

    FatFighter
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:43 pm
    As obesity rates continue to climb, new research finds some obese people do not realize they have a weight problem. The study says one in ten people classified as obese do not understand they are overweight, and believe they are healthy. Get your FREE copy of "Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals" Download e-book here. Related posts News Nugget: Overweight preschoolers have signs of heart disease News Nugget: Obesity epidemic hits toddlers News Nugget: Nearly one in four Britons obese News Nugget: MSG linked to obesity News Nugget: More Americans obese than just overweight

  • Super fun Thanksgiving calorie quiz :)

    FatFighter
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    According to the Calorie Control Council, the average American may have more than 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat from eating a traditional Thanksgiving dinner… and snacking throughout the day. Think you know your T-Day numbers? Here’s a fun little quiz to find out. See if you can match these popular holiday foods and drinks with the right number of calories and fat in each one. Popular Thanksgiving Day foods and drinks: 1. Roasted Turkey – (no skin) 4 slices (4 oz.) 2. Cranberry Sauce – 1/2 cup 3. Cornbread Stuffing – 1 cup 4. Green Bean Casserole – 1…

  • News Nugget: Should chocolate milk stay in schools?

    FatFighter
    16 Nov 2009 | 9:16 pm
    A new ad campaign from the dairy industry is stirring up quite a debate. The ads say that without the sugary flavoring in chocolate milk, some kids won’t drink regular milk and won’t get its nutrients. Critics say kids will drink white milk if it’s the only milk offered, and that they already get too much sugar, which is adding to the country’s obesity problem. Should schools serve chocolate milk? What do you think? Get your FREE copy of "Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals" Download e-book here. Related posts Young kids urged to take cholesterol drugs Small…
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  • Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event Day 2 – Quick Recap of Activities

    Israel Lagares
    14 Nov 2009 | 6:27 pm
    Today was day 2 of my time here in California for the Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event. I’m going to keep this update brief, since it’s just too much info to post, plus I have to be downstairs in less than an hour for dinner (dont’ want to hold anyone up). It started with us meeting in the lobby at 7 AM. I met the other bloggers plus some of the Nutrilite Staff. We were driven to the Nutrilite Center for Optimal Health for our health assessments. I am looking forward to those results, which will be mailed to us. Here is a group photo of us in front of the Nutrilite Center for…

  • Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event Day 1 – Late Flight

    Israel Lagares
    13 Nov 2009 | 5:12 pm
    Today was a wack day. I had a late flight from Tampa to California for the Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event. After a long day of flying I finally checked into Hotel Avia. Man, is this place nice! Right in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, it’s a nice looking as their website implies. Yep. It feels like Florida out here. I was flown out here by Nutrilite as part of an inside look into the Nutrilite Health Institute Center for Optimal Health. It’s already late so I haven’t had a chance to meet any of the other bloggers that are here. Some of them you might have heard of: John…

  • Cold Weather Workouts Help Me Train Harder

    Israel Lagares
    2 Nov 2009 | 7:50 am
    Finally! I’m so glad the cold weather is starting to settle-in down here in Florida. Maybe it’s because I can’t stand sweating profusely, but I find that working out in the cold helps me train harder. I think back to my football days and reminisce about practicing in the cold. We’d get out of practice without breaking a sweat, or so it seemed. We did sweat, but it wasn’t as bad as during the Summer. When I’m working out in the cold I feel like Rocky. Remember that scene when he has a full beard and is carrying a log? Or was it dragging it? Well,…

  • Wishy-Washy and…We’re Back!

    Israel Lagares
    1 Oct 2009 | 9:49 pm
    Wow, the site was down for I don’t even know how long. Too much! Somehow we got hacked and our database was corrupted. But Fat Man Unleashed was able to survive! Thanks to my trusty back-ups and through some hard work/countless hours I managed to get us back on track. Sounds like my weight loss journey. Ha. Seriously though, we were down for several days and I was locked out for a long time. Things should be back to normal now. I’m just glad the site is back up, people were probably beginning to think I abandoned them being all wishy-washy. You know, like I am… This is an…

  • Show Off the Fat and Go Shirtless at 284 Lbs

    Israel Lagares
    17 Sep 2009 | 7:02 pm
    Click here to view the embedded video. That’s right. I go shirtless. I made this video back in July and haven’t gotten around to posting it. But I figured I’d do it since NO ONE is going shirtless in the weight loss blog world until AFTER they have lost the weight, and that includes Muata!!! So..there it goes. I went shirtless at 284 lbs DURING my weight loss journey. The video pretty much speaks for itself… Thoughts??? This is an article from FatManUnleashed.com's Healthy Weight Loss and Fitness Blog. Show Off the Fat and Go Shirtless at 284 Lbs
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  • I was RUNNIN’!

    Steve265
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:26 am
    A few weeks ago, I started using the treadmill.  I wanted a change of pace and I needed to switch up my cardio a bit from the ARC Trainer.  I won’t lie, it sucked, but I stuck with it… …this past week, I completed 15 miles on it… …yesterday, I completed a mile in 10:13 minutes, which was a personal BEST… …until today…  …WooT! Read more at www.265andfalling.com.

  • Cardio & Chlorine

    Ron
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:15 am
    It has been months since I’ve had a workout like last night. Sure, I’ve been able to work up a sweat just as intense… but that workout? That was the kind of workout I missed having! I don’t know whether or not it’s the endorphins or the worn out body that lets me feel as if I’ve accomplished something but today I feel pretty good. Granted, I’m still exhausted. My back is a little stiff this morning but I’m not feeling anything that would be considered incapacitating. Want to recap what I did with me? Of course you do! Let’s go! Continued @…

  • The Interview, The Gym, and Anxietyland

    Ron
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:41 pm
    Monday was the big day. Without revealing TOO much about the company, it’s one of Canada’s larger companies that just made a few billion dollars last quarter despite it being a very crappy economy. Yeah… billions. With a B. The position itself is an 18 month internship which will have me performing at all levels at the company with the final 9 months being specialized within the supply chain side of things. The interview itself went fairly well, I think. The person I interviewed for was very friendly and seemed easy enough to talk to which is something I don’t normally…

  • Status Report: Week 6

    Steve265
    17 Nov 2009 | 4:03 am
    First off, I would like to say Hi and give my thanks for being able to be apart of Fatbloggers.  I started this journey at 265 pounds and miserable.  I had yo-yo’d weight wise pretty much all of my life so I knew what it was like to be thinner and (relatively) happier with myself, yet I kept allowing the weight to come back up.  Not THIS time though, this is for good. – Steve Progress Report: Week 6 Weight: 249.8 lbs BMI: 35.8 Weight loss to date: 15.2 pounds WooT! I blew through the 260’s with relative ease, but lingered in the 250’s a bit longer than I would have…

  • The secret to inspiration

    Chris
    16 Nov 2009 | 6:25 pm
    I say this a lot, but it’s a tough journey. And over the past few weeks I’ve come to realize once again what an incredible journey it has been. I’ve been taking some time to reflect on the past 20 months and continue to reaffirm the fact that even though weight loss takes a lot of physical work — the working out, the sweat, the exertion — that it’s the emotional work that can be the toughest to conquer. As I near the fulfillment of my next goal (losing 200 pounds before Christmas), I get more and more people asking me what I’ve done to make this all…
 
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  • Kate Moss in Trouble for "Skinny" Comment

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:13 am
    Photo by Topshop Supermodel Kate Moss is being criticized by eating disorder experts after she told fashion site WWD in an interview that her motto is "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels."When asked in the WWD interview if she had a motto, Moss, who is famous for her skinny, waif-like look, responded: There are loads. There’s “Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels.” That’s one of them. You try and remember, but it never works. Eating disorder experts, as well as models campaigning to stop the use of "Size 0" models in the fashion industry, criticized Moss' comment because the…

  • New Mammogram Advice Upsets Women Everywhere

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:30 am
    We weren't the only ones who were upset this week after a government task force announced that most women in their 40s should no longer get routine mammograms; instead, it recommended that regular breast cancer screening start at age 50. Women (and their doctors) across the country—including here on CafeMom—were confused and uneasy about this dramatic shift in approach to breast cancer detection. That's why I was so relieved to read despite the new mammogram advice, Health Secretary Kathleen Sebelius is telling women to "don't change what you do."In other words, Sebelius acknowledged that…

  • Seasonal Drinks = Lots of Calories

    18 Nov 2009 | 12:45 pm
    Photo from Starbucks I got overly excited when I went into my neighborhood Starbucks the other day and saw that the holiday drinks have returned. Yesss! Nothing says "Happy Holidays" like a grande peppermint white chocolate mocha...with whip.Then I read these articles from That's Fit  and Fit Sugar that told me how many calories were in these delicious drinks. I felt like I had just found out Santa wasn't real. For example, a medium Dunkin' Donuts Pumpkin Latte has 330 calories and a venti size of my favorite peppermint white mocha from Starbucks has close to 700 calories! If you can't…

  • 10 Causes of Lack of Libido in Women

    18 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am
    Sure, there are those times when your partner initiates sex and you just don't feel like it. But many women complain about never wanting to have sex—despite being attracted to their partner. As it turns out, lack of sex drive in women may be more common than you think. Here are some common causes:Are you wondering what a "normal" libido is like? Don't. Comparing yourself to other women, in terms of the number of times you have sex in, say, a week will get you no where fast. What's important is to determine what's "normal" for you. And if your "normal" has decreased in recent months, and…

  • 'The Biggest Loser': Best Makeover?

    18 Nov 2009 | 5:16 am
    Photo From NBC.com Last night was the Biggest Loser makeover show with Tim Gunn and Tabatha Coffey. Before we delve into the recap (SPOILER warning), can we be catty for a minute and comment on who we thought had the best makeover?I'll start: It was hard to pick just one because they all looked so fabulous. But I'd have to say that Allen was my favorite makeover, simply because he looked sooooooooo happy. The runner-up? Definitely Rebecca. That girl is gorgeous! After the makeovers, the six contestants gave motivational speeches to a crowd of 300 before retiring to the ranch for a pulley…
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  • Hippies VS Jocks – Which Group is Healthier?

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:34 pm
    Have you ever noticed that there are two entirely different health movements with very little crossover? There is the group of organic whole foods consumers and the group of people who buy health and fitness supplements. I used to be much more familiar with the typical GNC type of supplements, but didn't know squat about things like Kombucha, Cod Liver Oil, Spirulina, etc. I think both groups have some positive things to offer and I would like to explore that in this post. Note: I was going to name this article "Whole Food Stores vs Supplement Stores", but how boring is that?

  • Should Women Do the Same Type of Workouts as Men?

    admin
    16 Nov 2009 | 7:58 pm
    Today I would like to post an exclusive guest post by Anna Dornier from Path to Fat Loss. Anna was recently certified as a Russian Kettlebell Instructor by Pavel Tsatsouline himself. This is like the Navy Seals of personal training, in my opinion. Not easy at all! This certainly peaked my interest. Kettlebell workouts are tough, but getting certified at Pavel's school is a whole different deal. In this guest post, Anna is going to address whether a woman should train like a man. So many people have various opinions on this, that I predict some serious discussions in the comment section.

  • Make Body Weight Exercises Challenging Without Doing High Reps

    admin
    12 Nov 2009 | 11:17 am
    The problem with many body weight exercises like push ups is that once you get strong, low reps stop challenging the muscle. I am a firm believer in including a decent amount of high-tension lifting to maximize muscle definition. Typically, high-tension is achieved by doing heavy weights for low reps. The problem with body weight exercise is that there isn't really a practical way to add weight to your body. What if I told you there was a way to achieve super-high tension in any body weight exercise, allowing you to build muscle density and increased definition over time? Well that is…

  • Fitness Experts – Who is Right? Who is Wrong? Are you Confused?

    admin
    5 Nov 2009 | 4:45 pm
    I actually don't believe in the term fitness expert. I don't consider myself an expert. I am a student of fitness. I consider the other bloggers, readers, people who comment, and product owners as one big mastermind. I soak up knowledge, look at and consider the newest philosophies and fine-tune my approach over time. What I recommend today is slightly different than what I would have recommended 2 years ago. Two years from now, it will be slightly different than today. [I can easily understand how someone could be completely thrown off by all the conflicting advice online. With the…

  • Your Basal Metabolic Rate – How it Applies to Rapid Fat Loss

    admin
    29 Oct 2009 | 5:24 pm
    Your basal metabolic rate is the number of calories your body burns, not including calories burned from daily activity. I realize that calorie counting and knowing your BMR may seem like an "old school" approach to dropping body fat, but an understanding of these numbers will help if you are stuck. I want to discuss your BMR and why many people simply eat too many calories per day when trying to lose weight. We will also discuss the fact that people overestimate the effect that adding muscle has on increasing the BMR. [I wasn't planning on throwing in another Halloween photo, but…
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  • Great contest sponsored by Stonyfield’s Oikos organic greek yogurt

    workoutmommy
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:16 am
    I don’t know about you, but I could certainly use an an all expenses paid weekend trip for two to the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Lenox, MA. It can be taken anytime in 2010 and has an estimated value of $3000.   The catch? It is only open to bloggers.   (Not much of a catch for me, just lessens the amount of entries, right?!) Here is how you enter– you just need to choose one: A)    Share a brief story about why you need to relax and say “Ohm.” B)    Share a recipe you create or tip using Oikos yogurt – it can be as simple as a holiday dip or dessert or…

  • My top 5 fitness goals

    workoutmommy
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:58 am
    My fitness goals before I had kids are not that much different than the ones I have now.  The main difference is finding the actual TIME to fulfill them!  (In fact, now I’m wondering why I never achieved some of these goals because I really had all the time in the world!) Image via Wikipedia Here are my top 5 goals that I would like to accomplish in this lifetime (in no particular order): 1. Qualify for the Boston Marathon:  any runner/marathoner will probably tell you this is his/her goal.  The older I get, the better my chances since the qualifying time gets more favorable! 2.

  • Freebies!

    workoutmommy
    17 Nov 2009 | 6:37 pm
    I have two reviews/contests up over Workout Mommy Reviews this week.  Have you entered yet? Free Baby Samples ebook and The Shandle. Please go and check them out! Related PostsNo related postscopyright owned by www.workoutmommy.com Please do NOT reprint without permission. Freebies! Tweet This Post 

  • Running away

    workoutmommy
    16 Nov 2009 | 11:55 am
    This weekend has left me wanting to run away. Away from all the drama, stress, arguments, and screaming. I know that isn’t an option though because no matter how far you run, it all just comes with you. So instead I look longingly at my Saucony’s and dream of the time when I can lace them up and run “away” with them. I miss the runner’s high and the way that life just seems a lot less complicated when I am out running. I miss the thrill of the long run. The sweat on my neck. The smell of fresh air and the sound of my feet gently pounding the pavement. The thrill…

  • Foot Facts

    workoutmommy
    12 Nov 2009 | 8:49 pm
    Image by ellenmac11 via Flickr As someone who has had major foot issues, I am always reminding people how important it is to take care of your feet.  This means spending money on quality, well made shoes. (like these!) Please don’t tell me that you are running in a pair of shoes that you bought off the rack at Target.   Visit a running or walking store that will assess your foot and recommend the proper shoe for you. Here is a fun foot facts quiz I came across—how many answers will you get right?  (answers below, don’t cheat!) 1. The average person takes _________ steps…
 
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  • Change up

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:18 pm
    Changed up my workout today. Gave my shoulder a break and worked bi's and abs. Again, I used cable machines. I did the most reps I've ever done for abs this workout. Really feeling it. 4 exercises,1 set at 50ea, 1set at 25ea- 300reps total. My normal ab routine is about 150-175 reps. For bi's I did 3 sets of "21's" and 3 sets of cable concentration curls. I'm really getting a good pump with the cables with lighter weight. Did 30 min of cardio - 10min before workout an 20min after the weights. Diet today: Meal 1- Cheeseburger and fries Meal 2- Healthy Choice Red Pepper Chicken Alfredo Meal 3-…

  • Deceptively Delicious

    19 Nov 2009 | 8:07 pm
    I checked this book out from the library to inspire me to cook so all of us get more vegetables. I have no problem "sneaking" veggies into my sons food, because to be perfectly honest that's one of the main ways Daddy and I are going to eat them too. It has recipes that use cauliflower and beets, 2 things I do not particularly care for or know how to cook. So now maybe I will try them. I tried the gingerbread cake with carrots and (are you sitting down) broccoli! I didn't think it had enough spices in it for my taste, but otherwise it tasted darn good and you really couldn't detect the…

  • Back to normal schedule

    19 Nov 2009 | 3:01 am
    Inspite of my shoulder problem, I'm going to get a full week in the gym this week. Started the week of with a light chest, tri and ab workout, followed by a leg/cardio Tues and chest/ab workout yesterday. Today I'l try back and bi's. I've also done cardio Mon and yesterday. I must say that intensity has been up and down. I think that has to do with taking the week break and restructuring how I have to workout now. Have to find the right combos to give the same intensity that I'm used to. Not being able to use my upper body as before requires a little more thought so I don't injure myself…

  • oooh - forgot those muscles were there

    16 Nov 2009 | 7:46 pm
    I am sore from yesterday's walk/jog. Not sure if it because it has been a few weeks, or because I took a different hillier path, or because I went with out having to push the stroller for once. strange that my shins hurt and I ran on almost all decomposed granite (softer, more like dirt) instead of sidewalk like I usually do. Probably my technique was different sans stroller. Only managed 2 challenges of the cardio coach today. tomorrow is strength training. -Audrey A successful individual typically sets his next goal somewhat but not too much above his last achievement. In this way he…

  • Monday, Nov 16, 2009

    16 Nov 2009 | 3:57 pm
    Monday, Nov 16, 2009 workout, BW=291.6 lbs Bench Press 135x13, 225x8, 315x10 H. Pulldowns 135x10, 225x10, 225x10 Matrix Military Machine 135x10, 150x10, 200x10 Matrix 1 arm curls 50x10, 60x10 Cybex overhead Triceps machine 80x12, 100x10 1 arm db side laterals 50x10, 60x8 finals are still a little over 3 weeks away but I'm already feeling the stress & agitation. I checked my blood pressure after I got home from school today and it was an astounding 212/106, not exactly ideal. I am soooooooo looking forward to Thanksgiving break.
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  • I Don’t Think You’re Ready For This Jelly

    Karen Sugarpants
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:36 pm
    Ever since I-don’t-want-to-admit-when, I have been Lazy with a capital freaking L.  No running, a bit of walking, not at all going to the gym.  Basically I’ve been sucking large in the exercise department.  That must change.  Yanno, next week or so.  Heh. I have no good excuses.  It’ s all Lazy FM, all day, all the time. At BlogHer, I was lucky enough to be one of the brand ambassadors for Yummie Tummie and was given a couple to wear throughout the conference.  They didn’t fit.  They were too large, which YAY! for my ego.  But boo cuz I couldn’t…

  • Gonna Go Get Mah Hair Did, Etc.

    Karen Sugarpants
    12 Nov 2009 | 6:25 am
    Before: Mostly I straighten it, like in the last post, but it is naturally this way.  I’m tired of the colour, that seems to keep getting lighter and lighter.  Going darker today.  Chestnutty, deep brown.  And I might chop off enough to make myself cry, I don’t know yet.  I kinda love having long hair because I am forever traumatized by this. My best friend is coming with me.  The one that had a baby a little while ago.  She’s got a massage booked and SO deserves it. I need this girl time since it’s been a really weird couple of weeks around here, especially…

  • Ask Me Anything

    Karen Sugarpants
    8 Nov 2009 | 7:16 pm
    G’head.  I’ll answer anything. I think. Lay the questions on me!

  • Sugarpants & The Proust Questionnaire

    Karen Sugarpants
    7 Nov 2009 | 4:01 pm
    Like many others, I’m doing this questionnaire first done by the lovely Finn, taken from the Proust Questionnaire from Vanity Fair magazine: What is your idea of perfect happiness? Right here, right now.  My life is happy.  I am lucky to be blessed with a loving home, wonderful family, quality friendships, and we live comfortably.  I continue to seek challenges that interest me and have the freedom to do what I want with my life.  That’s pretty sweet and I could not ask for more. What is your greatest fear? Something tragic happening to anyone in my family. What is the trait…

  • Things I’ve Learned By Being Quarantined To Our House For a Week. Has it Been a Week?

    Karen Sugarpants
    5 Nov 2009 | 2:23 pm
    The dog likes to watch me do laundry.  Her dishes are in the laundry room and at first I thought it was a silent plea for fresh water or new kibble, but even after I take care of her needs, she carefully watches me load, fold and reboot the laundry.  I hope she is studying and will surprise me one day by taking on this dreaded chore. I would like to gather up all the telemarketers in the world, take them to a deserted island and never look back.  That’s pretty much the nicest way I can say that.  What’s hilarious is the Government’s Do Not Call List.  What a bunch of…
 
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  • MM walks into a surgeon's office and asks for a revision.

    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:18 pm
    It's like a joke, you see? What happens next? I was thinking today about the constant blood sugar roller coaster I have been riding since 2005, and the fact that it isn't going away. This simply... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • This is hardcore Friday night action up in here.

    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:55 pm
    As you can tell, we're having big fun over here. Dad took two kids out, and I am home listening to a child who Needs To Get More Tired to pass out, because she's making me nuts. Send duct tape and... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Isopure Smoothie MOUTHGASMIC. Totally.

    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:26 pm
    I am sipping something amazing. TOTALLY MOUTHGASMIC. I warned you. A ready to drink protein smoothie. It has: 100% Pure Whey Protein Isolate 32 grams of protein in 16 ounces No Lactose ALA Omega-3's... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:05 am
    Holy shiz! I CAN GO TO COLLEGE! I can sell my FATS! One pound will get my schooling paid for! Ten more, my kids! The house! Going to find a way to offer it NOW. This reminds me of that story of the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • 101 Medically Proven Tips for Losing Weight - Tip #3

    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:18 am
    When I reached the vicinity of my goal weight the first time, I did something silly. I got a piercing. In some weird way I think it was a commemoration of the event, and to you know, OWN my win. I... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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  • The Statinator Paradox

    mreades
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:48 pm
    Pity the poor lipophobes and statinators.  They’ve just taken another grievous wound to their favorite theory and haven’t even got sense enough to know it.  In fact, not only do they not have sense enough to realize they’ve taken the hit, they’re actually crowing about it. The current issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has an article titled Trends in High Levels of Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol in the United States, 1999-2006 that puts another major dent in whatever validity remains of the lipid hypothesis of heart disease. I’m going to start…

  • Statinators spill the beans

    mreades
    6 Nov 2009 | 3:19 pm
    Oftentimes people become so fixed in their thinking – and in their belief that everyone else thinks the same way – that they unwittingly raise the curtain and expose the wizard of their flawed thinking, showing it for what it really is.  Statinators have done just that in an article in the current issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC). The study, Effects of High-Dose Modified-Release Nicotinic Acid on Atherosclerosis and Vascular Function, compares the increase in carotid artery plaque over a 12-month period in subjects taking niacin versus those…

  • Bonnie & Clyde

    mreades
    2 Nov 2009 | 2:21 pm
    You can see me in the photo at the left kneeling by a headstone in a forlorn, weed-infested graveyard in a bad part of Dallas, Texas.  The remains below that headstone are none other than those of Clyde Barrow, the male half of the notorious duo who ravaged the the southern states in the late 1920s/ early 1930s, and who were made famous to our generation by the hit movie Bonnie & Clyde, starring Faye Dunaway  and Warren Beatty.  In real life, just as in the movie, Bonnie and Clyde drove into an ambush in rural Louisiana where they met their ends in a hail of bullets on May 23, 1934.

  • Sous Vide Supreme tour

    mreades
    23 Oct 2009 | 8:04 pm
    I’m throwing up a quick post just so you all won’t think I’ve been captured and sold into slavery.  MD and I are on the coast-to-coast Sous Vide Supreme introduction tour, which  ends today.  I thought I would have plenty of time to blog and Tweet on this tour, but it has ended up being a huge time gobbler.  What with getting all the stuff set up, checking in and out of hotels, running for flights and flying all over heck and gone, there has been barely any time to keep up with emails let alone fiddling with the blog. As I type these words, we’re at 37,000 feet somewhere between…

  • Low-carb gaining a foothold…with the mainstream

    mreades
    13 Oct 2009 | 10:59 pm
    The video below shows Chris Gardner, Ph.D., researcher from Stanford University, giving a presentation about the data he generated when he compared the Atkins diet to the Ornish diet, the Zone diet and the LEARN diet.  You all probably remember this study, which he published in JAMA in 2007, showing the low-carb diet brought about greater weight loss and better lab value improvement than the other three diets. Click here to view the embedded video. As you watch this long video (and you should watch it; it’s extremely entertaining and filled with a ton of good info), there are a few things…
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  • Get A Lean And Toned Body!

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:36 pm
    The way to get a lean and toned body is not very complicated! Be consistent with your fitness program and you will get and stay lean and toned! Here are some tips to get your body lean and toned: 1. If you want fat loss, weight loss and a lean and toned body then you MUST eat for fat loss! Everyone needs a meal plan! You need to have some sort of idea of what you are going to eat for the day. If you don't have a meal plan, you might eat anything at any time! If you have a plan, you are more likely to follow it or at least eat similar foods. And, record what you eat in a food journal to hold…

  • Farmer's Walk Exercise Builds Core Strength

    18 Nov 2009 | 3:43 pm
    Ever heard of the farmer's walk exercise (think farmer walking with heavy milk containers)!? Do the farmer's walk exercise to primarily improve core strength (especially back strength), grip strength and burn fat. The exercise can be done to improve maximal strength or to improve endurance strength (at a distance, timed or untimed).Do the farmer's walk exercise by picking up a dumbbell in each hand. Pick up the dumbbells by deadlifting them (to protect your back) or lifting them from the weight rack. Hold each dumbbell with your arms extended by your sides and walk! If you are doing the…

  • Quick Weight Loss vs. Optimal Health, Part 2

    17 Nov 2009 | 3:08 pm
    Quick weight loss implies that it's something that probably won't last! Health should be stressed before weight loss and beauty! It does you no good to look great if your body is a total wreck and unhealthy!Optimal health involves making lifestyle changes to improve your:1. health2. fitness3. energy levels4. quality of lifeWe are living longer on this earth so quality of life is important! The "quick weight loss lifestyle" is narrow minded when you compare it to the "optimal health lifestyle!" Quick weight loss leads to slowed metabolism, a weaker immune system, hormonal imbalances, loss of…

  • Quick Weight Loss vs. Optimal Health, Part 1

    16 Nov 2009 | 5:22 pm
    The hazzards of the quick weight loss lifestyle and the benefits of the optimal health lifestyle were on full display this past weekend at Nutrilite Health Institute! Nutrilite has been in existence for 75 years and is the only company that organically grows all its own plants which are used to produce their own nutritional products for optimal health! If you're looking for quick weight loss products, Nutrilite can't help you! Nutrilite researches, grows and produces its own scientifically healthy products! My Fitness Hut and 8 other health bloggers (pictured above) were privileged to be…

  • The Seated Cable Row Exercise

    13 Nov 2009 | 4:01 pm
    The seated cable row exercise should be a staple of your back strengthening routine! For many, too little time is spent on strengthening the back muscles. When you don't adequately strengthen your back muscles, you are affecting your pulling potential. And, to have good upper body muscular balance, you need to work your backside as well as your frontside.The back muscles targeted during the seated cable row exercise are the latissimus dorsi, teres major, middle trapezius and rhomboids. Follow these steps to properly execute the seated cable row exercise: 1) Maintain the natural arch in your…
 
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  • ECU Takes Tulsa by Storm

    15 Nov 2009 | 9:55 pm
    Dominique Lindsay ran for a career-high 172 yards, Darryl Freeney had a career-best 152 yards receiving and East Carolina maintained its lead in Conference USA's East Division with a 44 - 17 victory over Tulsa on Sunday night on ESPN.The Conference USA game was a rematch of last year's league championship game, but featured two teams heading in opposite directions.ECU (6-4, 5-1) is in sole possession of first place in the CUSA East Division. Tulsa dropped to 4-6, 2-4.The Pirates amassed over 400 yards of offense in the first half, then sealed the game with three defensive touchdowns in the…

  • Can Diabetes Be Reversed Naturally - in 30 Days?

    13 Nov 2009 | 8:43 pm
    Until next time,Eat Well. Live Well.Nutrition doesn't have to be hard. That's why there's The Pops™ and ER Fat Burn © 2009 Thanks for reading. Please feel free to peruse my blog for more great content. Websites: The Experts Agree On Something. Finally. | Are Your Vitamins Safe? | WFN Affiliate© 2008 Thanks for subscribing to my feed. Please visit my blog for more great content.My Other Websites: Are Your Vitamins Safe?  Whole Food Nation  Whole Food Nation Affiliate Link

  • Recipe for Seven-Layer Salad

    11 Nov 2009 | 7:07 pm
    When the family gets together for Thanksgiving and Christmas, one of the things my wife makes is a seven-layer salad. It is always a hit and quickly consumed!Following is how she makes it:2 pkgs lettuce of your choice½ cup bell pepper, finely chopped½ cup celery, finely chopped¼ cup green onion, finely chopped16 oz. frozen green peas, thawed1 cup mayonnaise4 Tablespoons sugar2 cups cheddar cheese, grated1 cup real bacon bitsFirst, layer bottom of dish with lettuce. Then layer the following: bell pepper, celery, green onion, and peas. Next combine mayonnaise and sugar and spread over the…

  • AICR: Obesity Responsible for Cancer Cases in U.S.

    9 Nov 2009 | 10:22 am
    The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) announced new estimates, based on the work of their researchers, that excess body fat is responsible for 100,500 cancer cases in the United States each year.Scientists suggest that this link between obesity and cancer is due to excess fat increasing levels of sex steroids and other hormones that promote cancer growth. Also the reduced immune function and elevated oxidative stress associated with excess body fat may contribute to the initiation of cancer by damaging DNA.AICR presented additional data showing that overweight and obesity also…

  • Kellogg's and The Swine Flu - Is This For Real?

    7 Nov 2009 | 9:50 am
    In case you haven't noticed, Kellogg's is attempting to cash in on the swine-flu hysteria - by informing parents that cereals like Cocoa Krispies can help boost their kids’ immune systems.This would be laughable, if it were not true.Until next time,Eat Well. Live Well.Nutrition doesn't have to be hard. That's why there's The Pops™ and ER Fat Burn © 2009 Thanks for reading. Please feel free to peruse my blog for more great content. Websites: The Experts Agree On Something. Finally. | Are Your Vitamins Safe? | WFN Affiliate© 2008 Thanks for subscribing to my feed. Please visit my blog…
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    Starling Fitness

  • PostSecret: Gastric Bypass Hypocrite

    Laura Moncur
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:18 am
    This postcard from PostSecret made me really think. It reads: Six months ago, I had gastric bypass, have lost 100 lbs. and have never felt better. I am terrified that the conversations with my daughter about body image, self-confidence and loving who you are will make me a hypocrite. I think gastric bypass is a bad idea. It’s dangerous (1 out of 200 die within 30 days of the surgery). I really don’t consider the risk of the surgery to be worth it. Then again, we don’t know everything about the human body. It may be that in the future, we will know EXACTLY what causes obesity…

  • Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-17

    Laura Moncur
    16 Nov 2009 | 11:32 pm
    RT @DDRdiva: http://twitpic.com/p0dif – I'm moonwalking with MJ on #Wii We Cheer # RT @whyisjake: I am totally digging these reproduction vintage Health & Safety WPA posters! http://is.gd/4RPHV #

  • Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-10

    Laura Moncur
    9 Nov 2009 | 11:32 pm
    WRONG!! "Get pleasure out of life…as much as you can. Nobody ever died from pleasure." – Sol Hurok http://tqpage.com/2787 # This review from @DDRdiva makes me want to buy We Cheer 2 for my Wii. I haven't had a exergame obsession for a while. http://wp.me/pzT7L-bi # RT @motivation: "The here and now is all we have, and if we play it right it's all we'll need." – Ann Richards http://tqpage.com/39137 # RT @epersonae: Dawn bike ride was beautiful, lots of pink & gold clouds, fog on the lake, plus the just-past-full moon in the west. # RT…

  • A Good Pair of Shoes for Walking

    Laura Moncur
    8 Nov 2009 | 1:28 pm
    When I am wearing a good pair of shoes for walking, I am much more willing to do something active. For example, today, we were trying to decide what to do with our lazy Sunday. When a visit to Park City turned into a marathon walk around the outdoor outlet mall, I didn’t even think about it. Had I been wearing more fashionable shoes, I would have complained and gotten FAR less exercise. Never underestimate the power of sensible shoes.

  • The Perfect Running Video from Michael Verdi

    Laura Moncur
    6 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am
    Michael Verdi has been running a lot lately. While listening to the new Flaming Lips album, Embryonic, he had a musical epiphany that lead to this awesome running video. It’s only a snippet of a song and a really short video, but it feels like running to me. Thanks for such a great video, Verdi! Visit his website and read the whole story here: Embryonic – Michael Verdi
 
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  • Making Sense of Carbohydrates

    Robin
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm
    Your body converts carbohydrates into sugar, which gives you energy. That’s the good news. The bad news is that some carbohydrate foods turn into too much sugar too fast, with too many calories. You can identify which carbohydrates are good for you and which to avoid by checking their glycemic index and glycemic load.Glycemic Index measures how fast the carbohydrates in a food turn into sugar in the body. Foods with a highglycemic index convert into sugar very quickly, with negative physical effects. Foods with a low-glycemic index turn into sugar gradually, helping maintain your body’s…

  • Achieve Better Health

    Robin
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:48 am
    Hello Everybody,I just wanted to share this with you all, an old message from David Heber, M.D., Ph.D.. He inspires me to improve my health and to help others. :-)My experience with thousands of patients over the past 25 years has taught me that a one-size weight-loss plan does not fit all. Individualized approaches to getting into shape work best–approaches in which people use programs customized to their own shapes and body composition, approaches that fit their lifestyles and their personalities.My theories and philosophies of weight loss are reflected in the ShapeWorks™ program. A…

  • Carbohydrates: A Rainbow of Foods

    Robin
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:04 am
    Colorful fruits and vegetables are the foundation of your daily menus. Full of vitamins and minerals, they help maintain your organs and immune system, keeping your body strong as the weight comes off.ShapeWorks™ makes it easy to choose the right fruits and vegetables for your meal plan by organizing them into seven unique color groups. Both men and women should include at least one serving from each group every day.Fruits and vegetables color groups: red/purple, red, orange, orange/yellow, yellow/green, green and white/green. Simply eating more fruits and vegetables is not the answer–…

  • Why Herbalife Kids™ is Better

    Robin
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:33 am
    Herbalife Kids™ products are more natural product choices.Kindermins® Essential nutrients for kids ages 6 months to 3 years. 100% of key nutrients–plus chamomile, ginger, acerola and rosehips. 100% of essential vitamins PLUS a unique blend of herbs and botanicals appropriate for children.MultiVites Essential nutrients for kids ages 4+.Kids Shakes Essential nutrients kids need to grow strong and healthy. 10g of sugar, 6g of protein in powder–optimal combination of soy and whey, 3g of fiber. Herbalife Kids™ Shakes ensure children get the right level of protein and fiber in their diets,…

  • Healthy Nutrition & Weight Management Product

    Robin
    14 Nov 2009 | 4:56 am
    Meal replacement shakes have healthy ingredients and great taste. They’re easy, fast, tasty and most of all, nutritious! Cellular Nutrition means giving your body what it needs–nutrition that is missing from the modern diet. Protein satisfies hunger and many people don’t get enough protein in their diets to control hunger and build or maintain their muscles. The beauty of meal replacements is that portion control is taken care of, and they’re designed to provide great nutrition within a defined number of calories. On top of that, they are simple and convenient for today’s busy…
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  • 10 Minutes, Maybe 5 Minutes To Ultimate Fitness...

    Steve
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:04 am
    This is a post for those of you who just can't get started, or are sporadic in your efforts! Ulimate fitness (whatever that is) can't be built without fitness. In other words you have to get started, you have to lay the foundation - Stephen Covey said "you can't cram for a marathon by training the night before!"What you need to do is get some momentum going, make a deal with yourself to do a certain amount of something to achieve some success and energy around your goal.You can sneak up on something by taking baby steps - what success coach Michael Neil calls "starting small". Here is an…

  • What Did You Have For Lunch Today?

    Steve
    17 Nov 2009 | 7:05 am
    Here is a quick video for you! Ben pounced with his camera just as i was about to tuck in! (A beautiful sunny day in Haywards Heath today which is a welcome change from the floods!)High quality protein (and enough of it) along with a good serving of veggies is how most of my lunch and dinners tend to turn out.If it's a lower fat protein then i don't always feel as satisfied so i may need a handful of nuts at the same meal. Stevewww.sussexbootcamps.co.uk

  • Pumpkin Workouts For Fat Loss And Fitness?!

    Steve
    29 Oct 2009 | 8:45 am
    It's a bit of fun and something a little different! Our Bootcampers enjoyed this experience last year so we thought we would do more of the same this year.We're doing 2 different pumpkin workouts this week and most people seemed to select the right size for them - something around 3 - 8 kgs depending on strength and ability seems ideal for what we have been doing.The great thing is i've had loads of comments today about how the Bootcampers are really feeling the work they did yesterday! As they are only used to doing mostly bodyweight movements, adding some load soon makes a difference.

  • Challenging Your Fitness?

    Steve
    21 Oct 2009 | 3:30 am
    How do you measure your fitness? It could be just where you are at right now or measuring how much you have progressed. Whether you realise it or not, i promise you this relates to your results! You can certainly get an idea of how you are doing based on how you feel and what you are able to do. Other people may comment also. How about coming up with a challenge to give you something to measure your fitness against? There are many ways you can do this depending on what is meaningful for your to measure. This could be how long it takes you to complete a certain number of a particular movement…

  • My Fitness Classes Disappearing.....

    Steve
    18 Oct 2009 | 11:04 am
    I've been teaching a variety of fitness classes at the local 'Olympos' Leisure centres for years and years - as well as many other fitness centres and health clubs.With Sussex Bootcamps taking off in a big way i've needed to adjust and re prioritise my working week. Every one of the classes that i've had to make the hard decision to move on from has been very difficult. I really enjoy teaching and i love the people that come to my classes - they are most often motivated fitness enthusiasts who enjoy some intelligently applied hard work. Ultimately there comes a time when just continuing to do…
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    TubaDuba: Fitness, Health and Sports Technology

  • Winter Sleds for Sale - Peak Snow Sled by Wolfgang Sirch | Be Sportier

    HC Fitness and Technology Solutions
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:41 pm
    Winter Sleds for Sale - Peak Snow Sled by Wolfgang Sirch | Be SportierWinter sleds for sale like this Peak Snow Sled by Wolfgang Sirch will bring back your winter time fun no matter what age you are. These winter sleds for sale are beautiful and fast and made from steam-bent solid ash with stainless steel runners. They feature a strong webbed seat and an adjustable braided cord with a turned acacia handle. High-end winter fun. Buy this sled for a price of $459.About Wolfgang Sirch: "the Sirch family has been producing products in wood for over 300 years in Germany. during the last part of the…

  • Zipp - Speed Weaponry | Wheels | 303 Tubular

    HC Fitness and Technology Solutions
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:29 pm
    Zipp - Speed Weaponry | Wheels | 303 TubularThe latest version of the Zipp 303 Tubular wheelset was engineered for the rough roads and rugged weather of the spring classics. But, at 1171grams, it’s lighter than many pure climbing wheelsets. So we weren’t surprised that Cervélo TestTeam’s Heinrich Haussler picked 303s for the cobbles of Paris-Roubaix and then rode them to win a Tour de France mountain stage by more than 4 minutes.Introduced in April 2009, the current 303 tubular is more than 5mm wider and 1mm deeper than its predecessor. Without adding a gram, these changes…

  • Eco – Twinkle Light by Kenan Wang � Yanko Design

    HC Fitness and Technology Solutions
    13 Nov 2009 | 1:24 pm
    Eco – Twinkle Light by Kenan Wang, Yanko DesignYou do recollect the Crank Up Battery, right? Close on heels to that concept is this Eco – Twinkle Light. Just like how you would crank up the battery or simply sharpen a pencil, you rotate Twinkle’s handle to charge it up. Twinkling fairy lights with loads of imaginary fairy dust, sparkle up this gem of an idea!

  • Wii Skateboard Accessory - Thrustmaster T-Freestyle NW | Be Sportier

    HC Fitness and Technology Solutions
    12 Nov 2009 | 1:39 pm
    "A Wii skateboard accessory like this Thrustmaster T-Freestyle NW works for skateboarding and snowboarding games and is cheaper then getting the Tony Hawk model. This Wii skateboard accessory employs a rolling motion and lateral movement tech, is made from genuine maple, and features a 'skull' design on the top. The included safety stoppers will keep you from breaking your ankle, so that's nice. Buy this Thrustmaster T-Freestyle NW for a price of $30 later this month."

  • ThinkGeek :: Black Ops Throat Mic iPhone Headset

    HC Fitness and Technology Solutions
    11 Nov 2009 | 8:38 am
    ThinkGeek :: Black Ops Throat Mic iPhone Headset Posted using ShareThis
 
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  • Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder

    Robin Plan
    8 Nov 2009 | 2:23 pm
    I drink a lot of green tea. I used to only drink iced tea until I gave up coffee a year and a half ago. I never knew there were so many different teas from green to detox teas. I recently came across Dr. Mercola's article on matcha green tea powder. I had never heard of this tea. I tried it and love the taste along with the health benefits from drinking it. I do still have a cup of regular green tea from time to time and that's OK because green tea is still good for me also.You've likely read about the amazing benefits of green tea for many years. I recently realized that there is an amazing…

  • PetSmart Recalls Two Beef Hooves - Dog Treats, Nov 2009

    Robin Plan
    6 Nov 2009 | 6:17 am
    PetSmart Voluntarily Recalls Dentley's Beef Hooves FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Phoenix, AZ, Nov 4, 2009 - PetSmart (NASDAQ: PETM) is voluntarily recalling two Dentley's Beef Hoof products for potential salmonella contamination. The products were manufactured by Pet Carousel, Inc. in Sanger, Calif. The recalled products include only the following types of Dentley's Beef Hooves purchased between Oct. 2, 2009 and Nov. 3, 2009: Dentley's Bulk Cattle Hoof UPC# 73725703323Dentley's 10 Pack Beef Hooves UPC# 73725736055 No other products are included in this recall. The affected products were shipped…

  • Dog Treat Warning For Pig Ears and Beef Hooves, Nov 2009

    Robin Plan
    6 Nov 2009 | 6:11 am
    FDA Health Alert for Certain Pet Treats Made by Pet Carousel Products may be contaminated with SalmonellaNov 5, 2009The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is issuing this health alert to warn consumers not to use Pig Ears and Beef Hooves pet treats manufactured by Pet Carousel because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The products were distributed nationwide in both bulk and retail packaging for sale in pet food and retail chain stores. Pet Carousel is based in Sanger, Calif. The products were manufactured under conditions that facilitate cross-contamination within batches or…

  • Bisphenol A In Canned Foods Like Soup, Tuna, Green Beans....

    Robin Plan
    4 Nov 2009 | 5:18 am
    Dr. Heidi explained how tomatoes in cans are bad for us. In her words, "Tomato products are acidic and the can liners have toxic chemicals that have been shown to leach into the products, and may affect hormone production."Now Kim and Dr. Heidi report new sources that there are more canned foods to be concerned about.Other studies done with Environmental Working Group.Consumer Reports. Tests of canned foods, including soups, juice, tuna, and green beans, have found that almost all of the 19 name-brand foods tested contain measurable levels of Bisphenol A (BPA).Consumer Reports: Tests Find…

  • Bodybuilding.com Recalls 65 Supplements, Possible Steriods, Oct 2009

    Robin Plan
    3 Nov 2009 | 4:13 pm
    BODYBUILDING.COM Is Conducting a Voluntary Nationwide and International Recall of 65 Dietary Supplements That May Contain Steroids Company Contact:1-866-236-8417service@bodybuilding.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Boise, ID - November 3, 2009 – As part of its ongoing cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"), Bodybuilding.com, LLC (the “Company") announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide and international recall of all lots and expiration dates of 65 dietary supplement products (the "Recalled Products") described on the attached list, that were sold through…
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    A Junk-Foodaholic's Journey to a Healthy LIfestyle

  • Recipe for Seven-Layer Salad

    12 Nov 2009 | 6:24 am
    When the family gets together for Thanksgiving and Christmas, one of the things I make is a seven-layer salad. It is always a hit and quickly consumed!Following is how she makes it:2 pkgs lettuce of your choice½ cup bell pepper, finely chopped½ cup celery, finely chopped¼ cup green onion, finely chopped16 oz. frozen green peas, thawed1 cup mayonnaise4 Tablespoons sugar2 cups cheddar cheese, grated1 cup real bacon bitsFirst, layer bottom of dish with lettuce. Then layer the following: bell pepper, celery, green onion, and peas. Next combine mayonnaise and sugar and spread over the top of…

  • The Truth About The Flu Vaccine

    21 Oct 2009 | 1:40 pm
    Studies show flu vaccines are unsafe and often ineffective.This video is a visual depiction of flu vaccine production. It includes how the flu vaccine is made and what it contains.There are better, natural alternatives to flu vaccines. For example, recent evidence confirms vitamin D is protective against the flu and other conditions.After watching this video, do you still think you should get a shot to combat the flu?Thanks for reading!© 2008 Thanks for taking the time to read A Junk-Foodaholic's Journey to a Healthy Lifestyle. Please feel free to peruse my blog for more great content. My…

  • A Different Way To Fight Colds and The Flu

    8 Oct 2009 | 11:29 am
    As the cold and flu season arrives, so do the commercials for products claiming to relieve the coughing, sneezing, headaches, sore throats and fevers. It's tempting to load up on all the over-the-counter cold and flu medicines and hope they provide some relief.On the other hand, researchers are discovering more about how the immune system works. What they're finding is the complex interaction of nutrients in food helps your body build its defenses against infection and disease.In particular, a diet of fruits and vegetables boosts your immune system and fights off illness. The key is not…

  • Status Update and Low Carb Cupcakes

    3 Sep 2009 | 12:30 pm
    You thought I'd fallen off the face of the earth, didn't you? Well, I've been extremely busy and just haven't taken the time to blog.I've been low-carbing it for over 7 weeks now and have lost 20 pounds! I have also been running on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays so I know that has helped me a bunch with the weight loss.Following is a recipe for low-carb cheesecake cupcakes. The cupcakes don't look like the picture above, it was just the best looking picture I could find of a cheesecake cupcake!Low Carb Cheesecake CupcakesCupcakes:3 - 8 oz. packages cream cheese1-1/2 Tblsp. Stevia (or 1 cup…

  • Conway Wampus Cats Media Day

    17 Aug 2009 | 2:01 pm
    Mothers of The Wampus Cats I am a Wampus Cat Mama!Dylan is The Starting CenterThe Conway Wampus Cats had their Media Day Saturday. Not only did the players get their picture taken, but the mothers did too. We were excited to find out our picture will be included the football program, along with the players.Our son, Dylan, was interviewed by the The Log Cabin Democrat, which is the local newspaper covering the media event. Here is what was written about him, as well as a couple of quotes,Dylan has the responsibility of making the line calls before the snap, and is penciled in as the starter at…
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    A Trail Runner's Blog

  • Boston Marathon is Full!

    Scott Dunlap
    16 Nov 2009 | 6:07 pm
    Wow! 25,000 entrants registered by November 15th, and the Boston Marathon has reached capacity and closed for registration well ahead of schedule. I hope you got the previous notice last week!If not, have no worries. There are plenty of great races going on that same time. You've got the Charlottesville Marathon, the Marin Marathon (following weekend), the Big Sur Marathon (the following weekend), the Salt Lake City Marathon, the Kansas Marathon, the River City Marathon in Sacramento, the Diablo Marathon, the Skyline to the Sea 50k (following weekend), the Ruth Anderson 50k/50m/100k, the…

  • Fast Fun at the Lithia Loop Marathon

    Scott Dunlap
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:10 pm
    Last Saturday, I had the great pleasure of joining 150 marathoners for the Lithia Loop Marathon in Ashland, OR. This year was the USATF National Trail Marathon Championships, so fast runners came from all over the US to check out the awesome weekend put on by the Rogue Valley Runners. Good food, great people, amazing volunteers, and a course that ends in a park where I played every day as a five year old. It would surely be memorable!(Serene Ashland Creek)From the moment you arrive in Ashland, you know it’s a special place. The people are smiling, wildlife abounds, and every organic…

  • Want to Boston in 2010? Better sign up soon...

    Scott Dunlap
    6 Nov 2009 | 5:12 pm
    Are you planning to do the Boston Marathon in April, 2010? If so, you may want to register ASAP. Rumor has it that it's filling up very quickly this year and may reach capacity as early as next week. I know many of you ran some great BQ times this year, so be sure to commit! Especially you crazies going for the Boston2BigSur Double (remember, you need to sign up for Big Sur AND Boston).You can register online here for $130.- SD

  • Kami Semick wins IAU 50k World Trophy in Gibraltar

    Scott Dunlap
    3 Nov 2009 | 3:48 pm
    Kami Semick added a 50k world championship onto her 100k world championship this year, with Michael Wardian getting the bronze for the US. A great showing! Congratulations, both of you.MEDIA ALERT – November 3, 2009 Kami Semick Wins, Michael Wardian Takes Third, At The IAU 50K World Trophy 2009Gibraltar, Spain, set the stage for The North Face athletes to take top honors in 50K race The North Face athlete Kami Semick took first place, women, in the International Association of Ultrarunners (IAU) 50K World Trophy 2009, in Gibraltar, Spain. She won with a time of 3:29:48. The North Face…

  • Tempo Fun Run at the Dean Karnazes Silicon Valley Half Marathon

    Scott Dunlap
    28 Oct 2009 | 3:20 pm
    Last Sunday, I had the pleasure of joining 3,000 runners for the Dean Karnazes Silicon Valley 5k/Half Marathon/Marathon in San Jose, CA. It was a wonderful romp through San Jose that introduced me to some great running areas, and a chance to test my speed at the half marathon distance.Just when I thought Dean's announcement from the Chicago Marathon was big time branding (he thanked his sponsor, Volkswagen...whoa!), lo and behold a marathon that bears his name and face. He's definitely in a whole new stratosphere this year. I said hi to Dean and his wife after he spoke at the Expo on…
 
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  • How to spot a good workout trainer, and Sweden’s stairway to fitness

    robert
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:59 pm
    Before you put someone in charge of your body, they should put your mind at ease Let’s say you’re considering joining a fitness class or exercise group of some kind, and you want to be reasonably sure that you’re being led by a good fitness instructor or trainer. What criteria do you use? What signs do you look for? For the answers, yours truly turned to an article from the Los Angeles Examiner, given that LA is probably the fitness instruction and training capital of the western hemisphere, and the locals should have plenty of experience in this area. In a nutshell, here is…

  • Child nutrition reauthorization gets rolling

    sarah
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:06 am
    Every five years Congress reconsiders the Child Nutrition Act, which lays out the rules for school breakfasts and lunches and reauthorizes other food and nutrition programs. The most recent authorization took place in 2004 and expired at the end of September, and Congress is just getting started on hearings for this year’s reauthorization. The Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Environment Committee had its first hearing on the issue this week, and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack told the committee that the reauthorization presents an opportunity for the government to do…

  • Obesity noted as America’s most pressing health problem

    sarah
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:34 pm
    It doesn’t really seem like news to those of us who follow the staggering weight gain and associated health problems that have been plaguing America for years, but a new study from the United Health Foundation, Partnership for Prevention and American Public Health Association says that obesity rates could rise to 40 percent of the population by 2018, and health spending on the problem will rise to around $344 billion, four times the current rate of spending. That means that 21 percent of healthcare dollars will be spent on obesity and related ailments, up from an already significant 9…

  • Biggest Loser season 8, episode 10: Sporting a New Look

    CalorieLab
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:28 am
    With “The Biggest Loser” finale only a few weeks away, Alison let contestants know that once they left the ranch they’d be an inspiration to others. To prepare them, she said they would give a speech, and then she introduced them to Tim Gunn from “Project Runaway.” First, Tim took the contestants shopping for new outfits, and then they moved on to hair and makeup. Soon after their makeovers, Tim surprised them with a visit from their loved ones, and then they each took the stage and gave inspiring and emotional speeches. Swinging toward inspiration Back at the…

  • Surviving holiday meals: a refresher course for dieters

    robert
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:18 am
    Fun, fellowship and constant challenges to your willpower It’s that time again! In just one week we enter the dreaded Holiday Season, that chunk of the calendar from Thanksgiving Day to whenever they get around to playing the Super Bowl, a period just brimming over with events at which eating is one of the main activities, and in some cases the whole idea. It’s 10 weeks of caloric temptation and overkill, a kind of Bataan Death March for the average dieter’s nutritional good intentions. The challenge for multitudes of us becomes preventing that 10 weeks from translating into…
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    Confessions of a Fitness Diva....

  • Another Cancer Scare

    The Fitness Diva
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:56 am
    Hey, everyone. I had an emergency in my family, and haven't had the time to be here.Yet another member of my family was struck with cancer, and this time it was my brother. I can't tell you how distressing this has been.His wife kept telling him to go and get a checkup, and he finally did. Well, one finding led to another, and then he was advised to get a colonoscopy because they suspected

  • Back to Being More Organized....

    The Fitness Diva
    13 Nov 2009 | 10:51 am
    Years ago I used to be really good at keeping and following to do lists. I am actually a bit OCD when it comes to writing down lists, ideas, business plans, choreography,workouts and all manner of things. I also have sketches of clothing designs (the business I was in before fitness), grafitti, pages of business logos, doodles, random art work, short stories and a few books I started but never

  • Why so PETTY??? Why???

    The Fitness Diva
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:02 pm
    Those of you that attend any gym regularly and take classes know a bit about territorialism. You know...the phenomenon where folks think they own a particular spot because they've been there every week for the past whatever amount of time, and don't you dare try to set up in their coveted space? I have been going to the gym forever and still just don't get it. As far as I'm concerned, a spot

  • The Fit and Sexy....... Shakira!

    The Fitness Diva
    5 Nov 2009 | 6:29 pm
    What you don't know is that Shakira is one of my favorite female performers in the music business. Not necessarily because of her music, (some of which I love, and some of which I pass on) but because she is undoubtedly one of the fittest, most athletic, and most physically creative entertainers out there, and with each album, she demonstrates just how sexy and awesome a truly fit woman can

  • Happy 300th Blog Post To Me!

    The Fitness Diva
    2 Nov 2009 | 2:06 pm
    The Fitness Diva is still blogging like a champ! Say what? Yep, still at it and plan to be until they shut down the 'net!I just want to thank all of you that stop by, read, comment and give some food for thought about what you do read here. Know that I always appreciate it, and that I will continue to fight the good fight to keep this blog reader worthy! The Fitness Diva hard at work:Hey, it
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  • On-Off Fasting: Does It Work?

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:57 am
    A small study carried out at the University of Illinois suggests that "on-off fasting" (fasting on alternate days) may help obese people to lose weight and to lower their cholesterol levels. Continue reading...

  • 400 Calorie Fix

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    19 Nov 2009 | 11:24 am
    Prevention Editor-in-Chief Liz Vaccariello (remember the Flat Belly Diet?) is back with the 400 Calorie Fix. If you read Prevention you are probably aware of the 400 Calorie column - which focuses on menus and meals that total up to 400 Calories.Continue reading...

  • 5 Factor World Diet

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:06 am
    Looking for a new diet? Diet season is almost upon us, and as silly as it seems, January is the month where people go and buy diet books. Publishers know this and hold back releases until January. The 5 Factor World Diet is on its way. It follows on from 5 Factor Fitness and the 5 Factor Diet (I guess it follows that you keep writing sequels every few years to hit all the repeat dieters). Continue reading...

  • Quick Giveaway: Powerhouse Weight Loss Game

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:10 pm
    Powerhouse Performance Coaching have offered a free game (worth $19.99). Hit the Deck is a simple game that uses a timer and cards: "Set the timer, draw your first card, and do as many repetitions as you can. When the timer beeps, draw your next card." The length of your workout will be determined by how many cards you perform and the duration you set on the programmable interval timer. If you are short on time, keep it quick and only choose a few cards. If you've got more time, select more cards and even repeat the cycle over as many times as you can take it! Simple, but actually looks quite…

  • Lola: The Weight Loss Chocolate

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:02 pm
    Weight loss chocolate Lola was unveiled at a European chocolate show (wish I'd had an invite to that). The makers Cocoa Bio claim the consumer will "immediately feel a sensation of pleasure and will detect that we have eaten an appetite satisfying food thus reducing the feeling of hunger and making us feel better" (note this is an English translation). Personally I think it's the slime green color. One look at what you're eating and you're sure to put the chocolate box down.Continue reading...
 
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  • Only in California

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:58 am
    I limped walked down the boardwalk at Venice Beach, California and passed not one, but two medical marijuana consultation offices. The second one was next to the Botox on the Beach studio. Tell me, would you get Botox on the beach? How about Botox in the sterile, environmentally controlled doctor's office? On my way towards these storefronts, I overheard two people talking about the cost of someone's nose job. That was when I knew I was in Los Angeles Copyright Jennette Fulda. Read more at PastaQueen

  • Nutrilite bloggers event: Oh, right, the real reason I was in LA

    19 Nov 2009 | 7:06 am
    What wonders lie beyond the snack bar at the Nutrilite blogger event? Find out behind the jump (where there are no ads as mandated by my ad network agreement).Disclosure: Nutrilite paid for my flight from Indianapolis to LA, two nights in a hotel and transportation to and from the airport and the bloggers event. They also provided some meals and free samples of their products. So, before my bag took a tour of LA without me, and before my rental car got up close and personal with an armored truck, there was the Nutrilite bloggers event. I found a bag of Nutrilite goodies waiting in my hotel…

  • Vacation hangover

    18 Nov 2009 | 8:31 am
    I am back home again in Indiana, but I'm still recovering from my "vacation." I didn't check my email for over 24 hours and now I am buried beneath electronic messages. To tide you over while I dig my way out, here are two pics from LA. I visited the Central Perk set from "Friends" on the WB Studio Tour. The service was really slow though. I'm still waiting for my latte. I sampled the pumpkin ice cream at the Farmer's Market and, DAMN, I wish this flavor was sold in stores. It was dee-lish! ADVERTISEMENT Can Carolyn lose 100 lbs. in a year? Find out at 1940sExperiment.com, where one woman is…

  • Gone to Hollywood

    16 Nov 2009 | 7:18 am
    Hey, everybody! I am still in Los Angeles on the most anxiety-ridden vacation ever. First my bag got lost, now my leg hurts so much I can barely walk, and yesterday my rental car was damaged. Jetta vs. armored truck: armored truck wins. And no, I was not driving the armored truck. At least the driver didn't think I was trying to rob him. No one was injured and my insurance will cover it, but I will NEVER go back to the Santa Monica Pier again. Oh, and did I mention that I missed the Mulholland Drive exit on the 405 and drove all the way to the north side of the Valley before I figured it out?

  • Friday the 13th lives up to its reputation

    14 Nov 2009 | 3:24 pm
    As a chronic sufferer of Paranoid Traveler's Syndrome, it was almost a moment of triumph when the airline lost my bag. Finally I could say, "See? I told you something like this could happen!" It also led me to understand why everyone crowds around the boarding gate trying to be the first one on the plane. Before Friday, I thought these people were stupid. All the passengers are going to leave at the same time, so why spend more time crammed into the plane than you have to? The answer is: So you get space in the overhead bins to store your luggage. I was one of the last ones to board my flight…
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  • New Favorite Post Workout Meal

    angie5
    6 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    I posted about this a while back on Facebook and got part of the idea from Mike Geary author of The Truth About Abs, but his was for a quick snack and I decided to make mine into a meal. First I took about 1 tbsp of coconut oil and put in pan. When that was melted, I added about 1/4 cup of diced apples and sprinkled some cinnamon on top and sauteed until soft. Then I mixed together 3 egg whites and one whole egg along with 2 tbsp of oats into a bowl. Then I poured the mixture on top of the eggs and continued to scramble up the eggs. And it comes out nice and toasty. I then added about 1tbsp…

  • I’m Gold’s Gym Approved!!

    angie5
    4 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    I got an email from Golds Gym telling me that they wanted to list Fat Burning Tips 4 Women on their “Recommended Sites” page! What an honor! Here is why Fat Burning Tips 4 Women was choosen: The purpose of the “Gold’s Gym Approved” program is to help the general public better navigate the web to find sites that have the most credible, reliable and accurate health and fitness information. Fat Burning Tips 4 Women has been identified by global fitness leader, Gold’s Gym, as one of the top health and fitness sites in the blogosphere. Fat Burning Tips 4 Women was…

  • Nutrition Important In Weight Loss

    angie5
    2 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    Did you know that exercise alone will not cause you to lose weight? Yes you will lose a few pounds but then you notice that you gain those pounds back and a few more. Exercising alone cannot keep the weight off of you.  You must have a life style change and the most important aspect of this is, Nutrition! Nutrition is the process of nourishing or being nourished.  It is the process by which we assimilate food and use if for growth and for replacement tissue. Simply put nutrition- a source of materials to nourish the body It has to do with what you eat as your body requires certain things to…

  • Taking Control Of My Body

    angie5
    30 Oct 2009 | 11:55 am
    I posted this great quote and am using it to my advantage today… As soon as it begins, take control of your day. Decide in detail what you intend to do and commit to making it happen. If you sit around and wait for events and circumstances to pull you along, you’ll end up getting nothing accomplished. If you have no firm and resolute plans, you’ll waste all your time on meaningless distractions and interruptions. Certainly unexpected situations will come up that require your response. Yet you can choose to respond from a position of power and control, rather than from a…

  • Healthy Alternative to Store Bought Snack Bars

    angie5
    28 Oct 2009 | 7:32 am
    Some of the ladies over at Fit Chick Express posted some really good travel  snack ideas! It was then that I decided to make one of my own “snack bars” and make it out of ingredients that I would like to have in my bar. Most of the bars that I find never have enough protein for me. This recipe has a great amount of protein, along with being all natural ingredients! Here is what I added to my snack bars: 22 dried prunes or plums 1/2 cup walnuts 1/2 cup almonds 2 TBSP peanut butter 1/8 cup coconut flakes 1tbsp cocoa nibs 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips If it isnt sticky enough, just…
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  • Agave Nectar Complex Carbohydrate Sugar Substitute

    Weight Ladder
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:51 pm
    I may have accidentally stumbled onto the perfect sugar substitute: Agave Nectar. Agave Nectar (or Agave Syrup) is made from the heart of several agave species... It is made from the same starting point as tequila, the heart of the plant known as the piña. It is 3 times sweeter than sugar, but what really makes this a special food is the fact that it has a glycemic index of 32 (very low) and does not affect blood sugar levels. The main carbohydrate is a complex carbohydrate called inulin or fructosan. It is this carbohydrate that gives both the intense sweetness and the very low glycemic…

  • What Time of the Day is Best For Exercise?

    Weight Ladder
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:41 am
    While there are many schools of thought on the subject of what time during the day is optimum, it generally boils down to whether or not you are capable of fitting in a workout during that specific time. We’re all on pretty tight schedules these days and sometimes, it is just not possible to fit a workout in at a specific time. However, there may be a few reasons to consider when it comes to picking your best time for exercise, and this may have bearing on how quickly you lose weight. The majority believe that early morning workouts are best, especially if you have not yet eaten. This means…

  • 3 Day Diet Review

    Weight Ladder
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:46 am
    3 day diets are one of the most popular crash diets still around today. A lot of people try this diet, and they do see results, but it is only a short term weight loss. Sadly the weight is gained back quite soon for many people. The three day diet is pretty much just a really low calorie diet as you can see just by looking at the "meal plan". There is no magic, no mystical reactions or any such nonsense. All of the weight loss that occurs is from the sudden drop in calories only. Some of the weight lost might be from fat, but the majority of it is water. First Day During the first day, the…

  • Which Exercise Type Fits Your Body Best?

    Weight Ladder
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:31 pm
    There are literally hundreds of different ways that you can get exercise, but not all of them are suited for you. Each one of us has different likes, dislikes and capabilities. The problem facing most people who try to adopt an exercise plan is choosing one that does not fit their body's needs. By aiming too high or picking the wrong plan, you can easily doom yourself to failure. In order to avoid this, you're going to need to find your exercise niche. It make take a lot of trial and error, but there are exercises that will keep you motivated and will help you have fun while you're losing…

  • How to Exercise When It’s Hot

    Weight Ladder
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:24 am
    Summer is almost here and if you're trying to get healthy and start exercising more, there are plenty of reasons to get discouraged and stop. If you're not used to exercising in hot weather, it's also very easy to get sick. Let's look at some ways that you can keep exercising, even if the mercury is rising. First and foremost the key to successful exercise in the warmer months is to get plenty of water. You'll be sweating more and you can dehydrate much more quickly. But you can't stop with just water. You'll also need to make sure that your potassium and sodium levels are good so that you…
 
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  • 164th Friday Blog Roundup

    Lollipopgoldstein
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:25 am
    Jeanne Claude, Christo’s wife, died this week.  She was only 74.  They were still working on the same project I heard them speaking about back in 1995–fabric panels over a river in Colorado. I broke up with my boyfriend at the time over Christo and Jeanne Claude.  There had been a limited number of tickets given [...]

  • The 79th Circle Time: The Show and Tell Weekly Thread (yes, it was my anniversary edition)

    Lollipopgoldstein
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:07 pm
    Show and Tell is wasted on elementary schoolers. Join several dozen bloggers weekly to show off an item, tell a story, and get the attention of the class. In other words, this is Show and Tell 2.0. Everyone is welcome to join, even if you have never posted before and just [...]

  • Bay

    Lollipopgoldstein
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:17 am
    A few days after I lost my grandmother, the traveling began and it kept everything at bay for two weeks.  There wasn’t time to sit and think; if I was at home, I was moving the twins through life or preparing for a trip or cleaning up from a past one. And I knew this would [...]

  • At This Exact Moment in Time

    Lollipopgoldstein
    17 Nov 2009 | 7:35 am
    I have been having wonderful luck lately with meeting other bloggers.  Last week, it was Serenity and Somewhat Ordinary.  This week, it was Baby Shmaybe, To Baby and Beyond, and Palemother. Last weekend, I was in Detroit doing a book reading.  What?  You don’t have a copy of Navigating the Land of If?  Well, you should [...]

  • Up, Up, and Away

    Lollipopgoldstein
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:38 pm
    There’s an astronaut, currently on the Atlantis, who will be missing the birth of his child.  Which, you know, sucks hardcore on a base level, but add to that the fact that the couple is infertile and were told she would never be able to maintain a pregnancy and well…I think you all understand. As Josh [...]
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    Mark Salinas, MN

  • Milk

    Mark Salinas
    15 Nov 2009 | 5:24 pm
    As children we are reminded to drink our milk, and I did do just that until adulthood. A few months back I started to drink milk regularly again. Not only did I include milk into my regular diet it has also become a favorite post work out refreshment. If my workout is a high intensity, with lots of sugar burned …I might make it a glass of Chocolate milk . Of course I do still enjoy a cold protein shake as well, but a glass of milk does the job nicely. Why Milk? Milk has Vitamin D and Calcium: Vitamin D - plays a crucial role in maintaining bone health. When blood levels of calcium drop,…

  • Link Love Friday the 13th

    Mark Salinas
    13 Nov 2009 | 4:03 pm
    Link Love Friday on Friday the 13th… Head over to Healing with (Raw) Juices, a fantastic guest post -> Onions-A Pungent Surprise of Natural Healing. Blake shares in Food for Thought…a proud daddy as well! Audra putting it into perspective in The Setup. The Happy Runner gives us a recent snapshot of  her journey with Five things Friday, ep. 4. Check out Sunshine Day and BSI Ricotta Cheese! with Biz. What and why is there so much made about Friday the 13th? The history behind Friday the 13th. Thanks for the visit! Keep moving forward along the journey!

  • Our Body Types and Genetics

    Mark Salinas
    8 Nov 2009 | 11:38 am
    You want to lose weight, but how do you pick a goal weight that’s right for you? Do you find a celebrity whose body you like and try to reach the same weight? Do you aim for a previous weight of your own? Is this a good way to set a weight loss goal? There’s nothing wrong with wanting to look as good as you can. We each have unique genes that determine our basic shape and how easy or hard it will be for us to reach and maintain our goal weight. The more you know about your body type, the easier it is to set realistic goals and expectations for you. Genetics play a large role in…

  • Link Love Friday (11/06/09)

    Mark Salinas
    6 Nov 2009 | 7:40 pm
    It has been awhile since our last Link Love Friday. I want to share some of my favorite visits. Always an eye opener at Jungle of Life with Lance, check out Random Acts of Kick Arse! The journey with Jen at Eating Bender… She Does Exist! A healthy abode of information with the most recent happenings in the world of health and fitness…Sahar in Fat Fighter TV with a News Nugget. Cathy at a Life Less Sweet the continuous journey in eating healthy. Dr. J on Dealing with bullies …always keeping it real. Book Review with Sagan..Living Healthy in the Real World. Thank you for…

  • TV and Exercise

    Mark Salinas
    19 Oct 2009 | 5:46 am
    Hello! The past few months along this life we call a journey we have taken some twisty and bumpy paths. We appreciate those of you that have checked in…the glass is half full!  How about some simple exercises as we try to work our way back into the blogosphere. It is nice to take a break and watch a little TV. For each hour you watch TV, how about some accountability? Three low impact yet very effective exercises: 1. Sit Ups (3 sets of 20) 2. Squats (3 sets 1 minute each) 3. Planks (3 sets at 30 seconds each) Maybe not quite the burn that you are used to but you won’t be losing…
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  • 5 Reasons Why You Should Eat Breakfast

    Mehdi
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    Eat Breakfast. Image credit: Maciej Dakowicz Everyone says breakfast is the most important meal. Even the 8 nutrition rules recommend you to eat breakfast. But what if your instinct tells you to skip this meal. Should you force yourself to eat breakfast anyway? Let’s see what the benefits of having breakfast are. Especially if your goal is fat loss or weight gain. This post will give you 5 reasons why you should build the habit of eating breakfast starting today. 1. Lose Fat. Eating breakfast won’t speed up your metabolism. Research shows fasting does not decrease your metabolism,…

  • 7 Reasons Why You Should NOT Eat Breakfast

    Mehdi
    17 Nov 2009 | 4:44 am
    Breakfast. Image credit: Andreza Pinheiro. I used to wake up, drink coffee and eat nothing until noon. I had nausea’s from having breakfast so I skipped it until I was about 14. But this changed when I began going to school by bike. I always got sick cycling on an empty stomach: cold sweat broke out by the time I arrived at school and I threw up my coffee several times. I thought skipping breakfast was the cause because everybody told me I should eat breakfast, it’s healthier. So I started to eat like an animal on waking up. And indeed: I no longer got sick when I went by bike to…

  • Top 3 Breakfast Recipes for Fat Loss

    Mehdi
    12 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    Breakfast recipes for fat loss. Image credit: nathanborror A healthy breakfast is key to fat loss. By eating a healthy breakfast, you’re less likely to eat something unhealthy the rest of the day. Eating breakfast will also make you less hungry which prevents cravings. But what should you eat for breakfast? The most common fat loss mistake is to start your day with starchy carbs like cereals or muesli or oats. While you need carbs for energy, it’s easy to overdo them and get fat. That’s why the 8 nutrition rules advise to avoid starchy carbs at breakfast. What should you eat…

  • How NOT to Lose Fat This Holiday Season

    Mehdi
    11 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    Today is the last day you can get a free copy of The Holiday Fat Loss Blackbook. This report will teach you how to lose fat during the holiday season, without missing a holiday meal or party and without feeling guilty about indulging. To download your free copy today, click here now. How NOT to Lose Fat This Holiday Season. The holiday season is one of the main causes for people getting fatter as they get older. Most people overdo it and gain several pounds of fat they never work at losing. After a few years they realise they’re fat and so they start watching what they eat. Including…

  • How to Lose Fat This Holiday Season

    Mehdi
    9 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am
    Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year are coming. Lots of tasty foods but which are unfortunately often unhealthy and cause fat gains. So how will you prevent gaining 10-15lbs weight like most people will do and without missing a holiday meal or party (or being guilty for indulging)? My friend & fat loss guru Joel Marion has a new report Holiday Fat Loss Blackbookthat explains why restricting calories doesn’t work and how to lose (instead of gain) fat during the holiday season. All while eating your favorite foods. To download this report for free, click here now. You’ll have…
 
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  • 7 Ways To Burn More Fat In Your Next Workout

    Mark
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:53 am
    This is a guest post by by Barry J McDonald of www.EscapeFromFat.com 1 – Do Weights Before Cardio – To get the best results and burn more calories from your next workout, its best to combine some form of resistance/weight lifting as well to your cardio session. The mistake some people make is to hit the cycling machines first and do weights later but doing the reverse is far better for fat burning. It takes your body 15 minutes to warm up in a cardio session before it starts burning fat. So, for example if you cycle for 30 minutes the first 15 are to get the body temperature up…

  • The Online Fitness Test

    Mark
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:13 am
    Do you know yourself exactly how fit you are? have you got any way of measuring it? I would say the answer to this for the majority of people is they probably don’t know exactly how fit they are or aren’t. But what if there was a way where you didn’t need to be hooked up to various equipment. And walking on a treadmill to see how exactly how fit you are. I came across this site this morning whilst looking for something else, and thought some people might find it useful. The site in question is called the National Fitness Test. You only need a few basic items like a tape…

  • Having a Walk May Stop Chocolate Cravings

    Mark
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:44 am
    If there’s one thing wrong with us human beings, is we can have bad eating habits and eat foods that are not particularly good for us, and as we know one of these particular things tends to be chocolate and there is one big downfall to eating chocolate and that is the amount of sugar that it tends to contain. Because of the ingredients that are used in chocolate such as fat and sugar. It can be very easy to become addicted to these substances, and hence we tend to eat too much of it far more than we should do normally. A lot of people have difficulty in breaking addictions to chocolate,…

  • Does Eating A Mediterranean Diet Stop Depression?

    Mark
    17 Nov 2009 | 2:43 am
    This may be one of those questions that goes around in the health and food industry quite a lot. As to whether what you eat determines how you feel on a day-to-day basis. When people fail to eat certain types of foods they may suffer from the following problems feel stressed or anxious and suffer from depression. Some people may seem to think it’s just pure coincidence about how they are feeling they may not be thinking any negative thoughts. But just feel stressed or depressed and don’t know why. One of the reasons could be a lack of essential vitamins and minerals. Or is there…

  • Quick Reminder For Free Health & Weight Loss Webinar

    Mark
    16 Nov 2009 | 11:52 pm
    Hi this is a reminder for tomorrow nights free webinar Are you free on the 18th of November between the times of 8 p.m. and 9 p.m.  If so then why not join weight loss guru, Pete Cohen on a free weight loss and health webinar. There is no where to go physically you will be able to do it from the comfort of your own home, all you need is access to the Internet and some speakers so you can listen. Here are the details; You are invited to a FREE workshop with Pete. Nov 18th -8pm to 9pm It will be an inspirational event and Pete will introduce you to exciting new tools and techniques to help…
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  • Thanks Grandma

    macdaddy
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    It’s sad that it takes someone dying to make us truly appreciate life. I spent last weekend in California visiting my ailing grandma. She doesn’t have much time left and unless she makes it to Christmas, it was probably the last time I’ll get to spend with her. Spending time with a dying loved one really makes you think. Yeah, it makes you think about death, but mostly it made me think about life. In a recent interview, Zola Budd said, “Running and other stuff passes away…The legacy you leave for your kids, that lasts.” I read that quote on the plane down…

  • Milk–The Only Calories You Should Drink

    macdaddy
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    My family drinks a lot of milk. We average about 6 gallons of skim milk every 7 days. Yep, my family drinks a lot of milk. For the most part, milk is the only liquid that I put into my mouth that contains calories. I’ve often said here calories shouldn’t be drunk–unless those calories come from milk. But what type of milk should you be drinking? There are lots of different varieties–cow, goat, soy, almond, rice, and hemp. The LA Times recently published an article that listed all the pros and cons of each type. If you click on the graphic itself, it will take you to…

  • Mark Bittman’s 8 Tips for Simply Good Food

    macdaddy
    16 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    October’s Runner’s World contained a really good article by Mark Bittman. The foodie/chef/runner and author of How to Cook Everything came up with a list of 8 great nutritional tips for runners. They’re all pretty easy to follow and they’re great advice for runners and non runners alike. Eat what you like, but think about proportion.–Eat the foods that you want to eat, but make sure that you think moderation. Concentrate the majority of your diet on foods that are naturally low in calories. Think fruits and vegetables first, nuts and legumes second, meat and…

  • Boot Camp Fitness–Back To Basics

    macdaddy
    13 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    When I was a kid, I hated PE class in elementary and junior high. Don’t get me wrong, I loved playing the team games like basketball, soccer, volleyball, softball, and flag football. But I hated the exercise part of each class. Pushups, situps, pullups, leglifts, burpees, and cherry pickers were no fun at all. And don’t get me started on the Presidentail Physical Fitness test. I hated that thing and was terrible at it. But those things that I did in school back in the 80’s aren’t so bad anymore. Today, what I dislike the most about exercise is going to the gym where…

  • Sleep Bank–Can You Repay That Debt?

    macdaddy
    12 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    My family loves its sleep. Pam turns into a pumpkin if she doesn’t get 8 hours each night; she’s a princess if she gets 10. Even my kids sleep well. They both still take naps each day. And most nights, they’re in bed by 8 and don’t get up until after 7 the next morning. Now that I’m finding myself up at 4:30 every Friday morning to run with T, I figure that rising early 1 or 2 more mornings per week shouldn’t be that big a deal. So, I’m getting motivated to get back to the gym on Monday and Wednesday mornings to go spinning. But did I mention that I…
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  • Use Am I Hungry to Lose Weight

    Scott
    7 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    Am I the only one that talks to themselves while eating? Self-Talk: http://www.flickr.com/photos/44586678@N00/1459055735 Normally, I am thinking, “mmm, this is good.  I want more of this.  Oh, wow, mmm.  Can I have some more?  This is some of the best food I have had in a while (since lunch).  mmm.  I have to keep eating this.  Good Cook!” You know what, I normally do keep eating it.  I eat and eat until one of two things:  either there is no more food or I am entirely stuffed and full. Obviously, this self-talk is sabotaging my goal of weight loss and weight management…

  • Are you serious about your physical fitness? Six questions to ask yourself now.

    Scott
    3 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    Inside a recent simpleweight conversation. “When are you going to get serious about your weight loss?”, asked my wife I was kind of surprised by the question.  I mean, I measure my activity, my biometrics, and some of my food everyday. I talk about weight loss and overall fitness often.  I think about it, read about it, and sometimes even pray or meditate about weight loss. My response was, ” I am serious.” My wife then asked,  ”Are you?” I have let this stew for weeks.  In fact, I don’t remember the date of the conversation.  It could have been…

  • System is Faster and better than ever

    Scott
    29 Oct 2009 | 1:31 pm
    Hey Everyone. We’ve done some maintenance on Simpleweight.  It is now faster and better than ever. Please let us know if you find any issues, and as always, let us know how we can help you make weight management simple.

  • System Maintenance.

    Scott
    29 Oct 2009 | 11:52 am
    Hi Everyone.  If you reach Simpleweight Now.  We’re going down for some simple maintenance.  All steps on our path to a simpler weight management tool.

  • Tack, Tick, Tick, Tick – Metronome Interval Strength Training Hack.

    Scott
    9 Sep 2009 | 7:09 am
    Use a Metronome for Interval Strength Training I recently began interval strength training as a form of exercise. For those new to different types of workouts, interval strength training is a form of circuit training. Basically, I perform a group of weight training exercises in sequence with little rest in between. I target different muscle groups, and I perform the circuit of exercises twice with little to no rest between exercises. At first, Interval Strength Training was really difficult for me to do. Why? I had to think: What exercise I was doing? How do I do that exercise? What exercise…
 
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  • Choosing The Right Music For Your Workout Can Increase Your Efficiency, Endurance And Lessen Fatigue

    Peter
    30 Oct 2009 | 9:38 am
    When I go running, or workout with weights, I’ve always found that a powerful motivating factor can be the music that I listen to. If I listen to upbeat music that sets a good pace, I’ll often have an extremely good workout. If I don’t listen to music or the music just isn’t as upbeat – the workout isn’t always as good. Now new research is showing why music helps to motivate us when we workout, and looks at the key elements in music that can get us pumped up for our workout. For the last 20 years, Costas Karageorghis, a sports psychologist at Britain’s…

  • Want To Lessen The Pain Of Working Out? Coffee To The Rescue!

    Peter
    14 Sep 2009 | 8:57 am
    The initial results from a new study have suggested that caffeine may have the effects of lessening the pain from intense exercise.  From MSNBC.com That cup of coffee that many gym rats, bikers and runners swill before a workout does more than energize them. It kills some of the pain of athletic exertion, a new study suggests. And it works regardless of whether a person already had a coffee habit or not. The study looked at how caffeine helps to block  a certain biochemical that is important in pain processing. Caffeine works on a system in the brain and spinal cord (the adenosine…

  • Being Active Gives You Hope And Reduces Depression

    Peter
    10 Aug 2009 | 11:46 am
    Have you ever found that when you’re living an active lifestyle, your mood and temperment tend to be better than when you’re more sedentary?  I know I tend to be in a better mood when I’m working out. Now a new study has found that men who aren’t active are more likely to “feel hopeless”. More active men seem to have a rosier outlook on life, new research from Finland shows. Dr. Maarit Valtonen of Kuopio University Hospital and colleagues found that men who spent less than one hour a week doing moderate to vigorous leisure-time physical activity were 37…

  • Weight Loss Success Doesn’t Have To Cost A Lot, But It Depends Upon Your Level Of Motivation And Willingness To Change

    Peter
    7 Jul 2009 | 1:48 pm
    In talking with my wife, we often have conversations about losing weight, getting fit, and finding the “right plan” to help us to lose weight. My wife will talk about how if she just finds the right fitness plan, things will be different. I sometimes feel the same way, thinking if I find just the right workout and nutrition plan I’ll be able to turn the corner. Over the years I’ve lost a considerable amount of weight (40+ lbs) more than once, and on different plans, but never spending a lot of money.   The problem is that I haven’t been able to completely turn…

  • Core Strengthening Exercise For Hip And Knee Pain

    Kevin
    25 Jun 2009 | 5:57 am
    Hip and knee pain are often the result of weakness in the abdominal and glute muscles. Your abdominals (a.k.a “core”) work to keep your upper body stable while your arms and legs move and your glutes extend your hip by bringing your leg back like when you walk or run. But, when your abs and glute muscles are weak other muscles must compensate. This happens when your quadriceps (thigh muscles) and your hip flexors try to perform the work your abs and glutes are supposed to be doing. This is also why you can have knee pain when squatting. The result is often one or more of the…
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  • Did You Take Your Vitamin D This Morning?

    healthhabits
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:51 pm
    Winter is on the way people. And along with the frigid temperatures and slushy sidewalks, winter means less sunshine. And less sunshine means less Vitamin D. And, according to this study, less Vitamin D means you have an increased risk of stroke, heart disease and death. The Study For more than a year, the Intermountain Medical Center research team followed 27,686 patients who were 50 years of age or older with no prior history of cardiovascular disease. The participants had their blood Vitamin D levels tested during routine clinical care. The patients were divided into three groups based on…

  • What does Healthy Look Like?

    healthhabits
    19 Nov 2009 | 11:48 am
    According to research out of the UK, the color of a person’s skin affects how healthy and therefore how attractive they appear. And since the color of a person’s skin is directly influenced by the quality of their diet, the researchers concluded that your diet may be crucial to achieving the most desirable complexion and therefore maximizing your attractiveness. So, it’s true…you are what you eat. Or, in this case, you’re as attractive as you eat. Note - Researchers were looking exclusively at Caucasian test subjects. The research was not concerned with racially…

  • We (almost) have the technology to make you leaner, stronger, fitter…

    healthhabits
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:22 am
    Back in the 70s, Colonel Steve Austin was the Six Million Dollar Man…a NASA astronaut nearly killed during a test flight. But, luckily for him, NASA had the technology to rebuild him…better than he was before..better..stronger..faster And luckily for all of us, we are pretty close to having the technology to help make us leaner..stronger..fitter…and healthier. Thanks to researchers at St. Louis University, we may soon have access to smartphone applications that will help us transform our bodies from fat to fit. And I am not talking about first generation apps that tell you…

  • CrossTraining for Strength

    healthhabits
    17 Nov 2009 | 9:39 am
    Occasionally, I still design training programs for Strongman and Powerlifting competitors. And the hardest thing about designing those programs is that these guys never, ever want to do anything except train for strength. No rehab/prehab work, no HIIT, no flexibility/joint mobility work and certainly no cardio. They are all too afraid that if they do any of that stuff, they will lose strength. Arggghhhh!!! No matter what I say, they don’t want to listen. So, when I read the excerpt to this study, I actually laughed out loud….and then sent out a bunch of emails beginning with…

  • Losing Weight is Simple…but it ain’t easy

    healthhabits
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:10 am
    I just about got my butt kicked at the gym this weekend…by a 50-something, morbidly obese woman with a fetish for unproductive cardio workouts. Here’s what happened. After finishing my workout, I was chatting with some other gym members about the best ways to lose weight, get fit, etc. During the conversation, I made the unfortunate decision to proclaim that losing weight is simple, but not easy. Bad move on my part. Little did I know that our conversation was being overheard by the aforementioned 50-something morbidly obese cardio junkie. And after hearing my comment, she decided…
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  • Is A Calorie A Calorie?

    Muata
    18 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    OK fellas, I want to warn you in advance that this article written by Lyle McDonald is a long one!  It’s so long that I’m not going to post anything on Friday because I’m sure that you guys will still be reading it So, why post such a long article? Well, I think that Lyle, [...]

  • Sometimes You Have To Train Where You Can …

    Muata
    13 Nov 2009 | 10:18 am
    OK fellas, here’s the scenario.  I needed to train, but I couldn’t go to my garage because I needed to help my wife with Junior. Since I really don’t like missing my training sessions, here’s the compromise that I came up with. First, I’d only train for no more than 20 minutes.  And, I would use my [...]

  • Why Do Old People Fall?

    Muata
    11 Nov 2009 | 6:45 am
    I’m fortunate enough to still have my mother alive and kicking at the ripe age of 71!  So, when she was diagnosed with osteoporosis, I knew that she was more at risk for fractures from falling. Well, after she passed 60, I would hear more and more about how she didn’t want to fall and break [...]

  • Focus on Strength & Not Simply Fat Loss

    Muata
    9 Nov 2009 | 6:25 am
    Before the start of the summer I was really obsessed with losing the last bit of stubborn fat covering my lower abs, ass, and thighs.  While I had made some headway with my goal, I still felt as if I was spinning my wheels in the mud. Yes, I could easily maintain my current size/weight, but [...]

  • Here’s A Snapshot of How Prisoners Train

    Muata
    4 Nov 2009 | 7:16 am
    OK, I have to admit that from time to time I watch the various “Lock Down” shows that they have on cable.  But, I watch these shows more with curiosity of how many of the guys are in incredible shape than who is the newest member of the GBG (Gay Boy Gang). Hell, a couple of [...]
 
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  • The Bareable Lightness of Being a Thinner Me

    Carole
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am
    When I stepped on the bathroom scale, I saw the numbers racing upward—153—168—174—before stopping at 183 pounds. I was shocked at the number. The word “flabbergasted” took on new meaning. Then the scale broke. My options were limited: either I was way too short (5 feet 1 inch) for my weight or I was fat and seriously out of shape. I interpreted the broken scale as an unmistakable message from the Universe. Alone, naked and mortified, I looked up at the ceiling and said aloud, “I get it.” In that instant, I knew it was time to get fit and lose weight. Little did I know that in…

  • Gamble Your Way to Fitness

    Carole
    9 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am
    When it comes to health, you have no control over the hand you’re dealt; however, you can choose how to play it. If you’re overweight and out of shape, the odds for achieving optimum health are definitely stacked against you. But you hold the trump card. By gambling your way to fitness, you can realize a sizable payoff. Successful gamblers avoid long shots when it comes to health. Here are three winning strategies for getting FIT: F = Fix the odds by eating foods you enjoy that won’t pack on pounds. Find an exercise you love that makes you feel like a kid at play. Whether the exercise…

  • Get Fit in Six Minutes a Week?

    Carole
    2 Nov 2009 | 9:30 am
    Dr. Martin Gibala, PhD, chairman of the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, is researching the astounding effect of interval training. His studies suggest that “six minutes or so a week of hard exercise (plus the time spent warming up, cooling down, and resting between the bouts of intense work) had proven to be as good as multiple hours of working out for achieving fitness.” This research challenges the longstanding idea that hours of exercise are required to achieve fitness. Even more impressive is the theory that intense interval training helps with…

  • What is Your Dangerous Idea?

    Carole
    29 Oct 2009 | 11:04 am
    What do you believe but cannot prove? What is your dangerous idea? What are you optimistic about? These intriguing questions are the subjects of books whose author, John Brockman, challenges our thinking about almost everything. Each is a collection of essays from some of the smartest people on the planet. When exposed to the innovative thinking in the essays, I remind myself that ideas once considered radical, even heretical, in one century are widely accepted in the next. If nothing else, reading the essays stretches my imagination. So what’s my dangerously radical idea? My idea is that…

  • Waitingitis—Five Symptoms of a Potentially Fatal Syndrome

    Carole
    26 Oct 2009 | 10:00 am
    I tore the meniscus in my left knee playing tennis. I felt the tear as it occurred. Arthroscopic surgery easily fixed the problem but recovery forced me to examine my views on the use of time. Once home and with the worst of the pain dissipating, I immediately became an impatient patient. How long, I whined, would I have to wait before I could resume my life? When I opened my eyes each morning, I asked: “Is today the day I return to normal?” Then I tried to walk. My stiffened knee reminded me I must wait a little longer! In this vulnerable condition, I started thinking about all the other…
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  • Yum Yum Avocado

    Blake Hagen
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:21 am
    Had some turkey burgers for dinner last night topped with some avocado slices.  So good with avocado.  I love those things.  I should’ve taken a picture but I inhaled the food so fast I couldn’t.  Some info about avocados: “Avocados, like olives, are one fo the few foods that are both rich in healthy fats and free of cholesterol.  The fats in the avocado are primarily the heart-healthy monounsaturated type.” “Avocados also contain significant amounts of of B vitamins, vitamin E, and folate, as well as fiber” – William Sears, M.D., et. al. in The…

  • Scam?

    Blake Hagen
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:10 am
    Yeah baby.  More Thanksgiving pie and Christmas cookies for me!

  • Believe

    Blake Hagen
    16 Nov 2009 | 9:19 am
    “Believe and act as if it were impossible to fail.” – Charles F. Kettering (American engineer, inventor of the electric starter, 1876-1958) Happy Monday!

  • Training Week in Review 11/14/09

    Blake Hagen
    14 Nov 2009 | 10:12 am
    I still need to find a way to get to the pool during the week.  Was hoping to run more but didn’t get around to it.  Still a good week though.  Ate pretty well, too. 

  • Crazy Ads

    Blake Hagen
    12 Nov 2009 | 9:30 am
    Are ads like these annoying to anyone else? It seems like every site you visit will have ads like this somewhere on the page.  Always promoting “secrets” that “experts” don’t want you to know about. Really?  Who drinks the kool-aid that these marketers are selling?  Sadly, my guess is a lot of people.  Don’t be one of them.  Don’t let your family, friends, and co-workers be either. 
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  • Marketing

    linda
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:18 am
    In professional development today, we talked about management and marketing. This is an important aspect of business no matter your profession. I came away from today's lecture with a couple of "aha's." First is the 10 biggest mistakes in marketing: 1) Getting wedded to an idea and sticking to it too long. When I hear this, I think of Chik-fil-a. They have beaten the "Eat Mor Chikin" ad campaign to death. Some people still think it's cute, but it's the same idea it was 10 years ago. 2) No marketing plan. Enough said. 3) Not knowing your customers. This is huge. If you are in a…

  • Aging Well

    linda
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:59 pm
    Aging is a natural part of living. But there are things you can do to help you age well so that you can make the most of all of the days in your life. New York Times has a nifty interactive Guided Tour of Your Body. It gives you all kinds of preventive information about the various part of your body. There's also quizzes to test your knowledge, and interactive games you can play with your kids. Fun and educational for the whole family! tags: massage massagetherapy wellness massage therapy bodywork health

  • New Guidelines For Breast Cancer Screening

    linda
    17 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    This is a huge boon for women -- the the United States Preventive Services Task Force, an independent panel of experts in prevention and primary care appointed by the federal Department of Health and Human Services, has recommended that women who are not in the high-risk category for developing breast cancer get mammograms every other year starting at age 50. This is a reversal of the ruling from 7 years ago that recommended women have mammograms every one to two years starting at age 40. Dr. Diana Petitti, vice chairwoman of the task force and a professor of biomedical informatics at Arizona…

  • My Adventure

    linda
    16 Nov 2009 | 3:50 pm
    We live in a highly diverse neighborhood, and, as a result, I enjoy where I live. Not only that, our apartment is close to campus. It's not uncommon to see people walking their dogs, elderly ladies in their Sunday crowns walking to church, and children riding bikes and playing on the streets and sidewalks. Yesterday, some of the neighborhood kids were running around, screaming as children at play are inclined to do. But at one point, the hollering took on a different tone and my mother instinct kicked in. Something didn't sound right. After looking out all my windows, I decided to go down to…

  • Tofurkey!?!

    linda
    12 Nov 2009 | 4:40 pm
    After having read Jonathan Safran Foer's Eating Animals, I have to say that I've lost my desire to sit down to a holiday meal that celebrates the consumption of an animal that likely lived a miserable existence and likely was slaughtered for market that way too. So I'm considering making a vegetarian Thanksgiving instead. I'm not talking about making a Tofurkey the way they did on the classic season 3 of Everybody Loves Raymond Thanksgiving episode. Maire comes out of the kitchen on Thanksgiving day with a quivering, gelatinous blob of tofu that has been turned out of a turkey-shaped mold.
 
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  • 5 Reasons to Start Strength Training

    Brandon
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:06 pm
    If you are a runner, athlete, dieter or general fitness enthusiast and you are not regularly involved in some type of strength training, you are doing yourself a disservice. Until very recently, I was that guy. I could run for hours and would usually stick to a pretty healthy diet, but ask me to do a few pull ups and you’d see me looking very embarrassed. For the first year or so of my fitness adventure, I wanted to LOSE weight, not put it on. Therefore, I stayed away from the section of the gym where they kept all the heavy stuff. Now I know that was a mistake. Here are a few reasons…

  • FitHacks Suggestions

    Brandon
    3 Nov 2009 | 11:53 am
    Since a large portion of this site is intended to be user driven, I would really like to know what you guys would like to hear about. I can go on and on about jogging and Ultimate, but if that’s not totally helpful for you then I’d like to know. That being said, I have decided to experiment with a new plugin called Skribit. In the sidebar of my site you will see a new section labeled “Skribit Suggestions”. In this area you can type your suggestions and we will all be able to see them. Other readers can vote on which topics they’d like to see as well. This will…

  • Weight Training

    Brandon
    2 Nov 2009 | 8:52 am
    One aspect of fitness that has always been lacking in my life is strength training. I’ve learned how to lose weight, jog, and sprint but I’ve never actively trained with weights or done any other strength building exercises. So, a few weeks ago, I decided to begin a weight training schedule. Since I’m essentially starting from scratch here I decided to seek the help of experts. Vic Magary of GymJunkies.com has a great workout plan for beginners (like myself) who want to begin using weights. The program is very straight forward and includes some great exercises that work the…

  • And… I’m Back!

    Brandon
    14 Oct 2009 | 12:36 pm
    I really can’t believe that it was almost been two months since my last post on FitHacks. For this I apologize. However, if anyone is still reading the site or getting updates via RSS, then let me say “thank you” for sticking in there. So, where have I been? In addition to having a rather crazy work/school/life schedule, I have been playing with a competitve men’s Ultimate Frisbee team. We have spent the last few months training for the club series tournament and have had a blast in doing so. We won our section (out of ten teams), took fifth place in the region (out of…

  • Dr. Cox: “I Hate My Body”

    Brandon
    11 Aug 2009 | 2:25 pm
    This is one of my favorite clips from one of my favorite shows, Scrubs. Dr. Cox, a self-absorbed narcissist teaches his younger protege how to get in shape. Hilarity ensues. In all actuality though, I kind of like Dr. Cox’s attitude. Never be content with your level of achievement, whatever it is. Are you a runner? Then run faster. Are you a baseball player? Then play better. There should always be some areas you can improve on whether it’s your fitness or something else. “The only fatal thing is to sit down content with anything less than perfection.”  - C.S.
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  • My favourite online store

    Andrew
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:59 am
    I can strongly recommend Running Warehouse for anyone who is in the market for running shoes/apparel. Note that this is a personal recommendation and I’m not getting anything from them. I just spent $US380 ($US59 was on shipping) which comes to just under $NZ500.  For that price I got three pairs of shoes (2 pairs of Brooks Defyance 2s for me, 1 pair of Mizuno Waves for my lovely wife), 2 Brooks running tops and a pair of Brooks shorts (I like to match my brands – sad I know).  They also threw in a free shopping bag (and another running shirt I think).  I paid exactly the…

  • General Update

    Andrew
    11 Nov 2009 | 12:37 pm
    I’ve finished Week 01 of the 100 push-ups challenge.  It’s good to be doing it again I find.  I did daily totals of 49, 60 & 62 for a total of 171 push-ups for the week.  That can’t hurt the fitness efforts I’m sure!  I’ve found the 100 push-ups iPhone application quite useful in this regard as it provides a timer and a log etc.  I can recommend it for sure. I’m back on the running bandwagon and have done two runs this week so far.  A treadmill run on Monday evening and a run around our neighbourhood with my wife on Wednesday evening.  I’m…

  • Next challenge is an old challenge

    Andrew
    5 Nov 2009 | 10:33 am
    I’ve had a few people ask me what is next in terms of running and I’m going to be doing the Adra Half Marathon on the 29th of November.  I’m going to run this with my wife and I’m really looking forward to it as it will be her inaugural half marathon. However, my next big fitness challenge is to get the 100 push-ups challenge out of the way. I was very fortunate in that Steve Spiers, who is the mastermind behind the 100 push-ups craze, sent me a copy of his book: I found the 100 push-ups website quite useful the first few times that I tried to do this challenge but I have to…

  • Auckland Marathon 2009 Race Report

    Andrew
    1 Nov 2009 | 1:04 am
    I did not sleep much last night.  I guess I was a bit nervous about the event and that got my brain buzzing.  After a lot of tossing and turning I finally fell asleep about 2 minutes before my alarm went off.  Well that’s what it felt like! I have this thing about always being on time and so I like to be ready early so I think I did really well to catch the second ferry of the morning rather than the first – unlike last year! I was in Devonport at about 5am and I almost immediately bumped into fellow blogger Aaron. We had a good chat about the upcoming event and then headed…

  • Last Minute Marathon Tips

    Andrew
    27 Oct 2009 | 10:42 am
    I saw this on Ted’s blog and had to share: Last Minute Marathon Tips: shot with Nikon D90 from Mike Kobal on Vimeo. © ebsfwan for Andrew is getting fit, 2009. | Permalink | 5 comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Who is linking? Feed enhanced by Better Feed from Ozh
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  • Strength Training - 0.8 hours - 11/20/2009

    nmurphy
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:13 pm
    Workout: Type: Strength Training Date: 11/20/2009 Time: 18:00:00 Total Time: 00:45:00.00 Calories: 440

  • November 20, 2009

    kelownagurl
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:36 pm
    Finally got out for a run, although not as I had hoped. Tried to get organized quickly after school so I could get home in time to run the trails before it got dark, but just as I packed up to leave, a big wind/rain storm darkened the skies. By the time I got home, it was pouring and too dark to go run in the hills so I hung out at home for a bit then got ready to run at about 4:30. By then the wind had died down and it had stopped raining, but it was still a cold 4C, 39F. Since I was running in the neighbourhood, I took it easy. My shins/calves/ankles felt a bit sore but nothing serious and…

  • November 20, 2009

    kelownagurl
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:36 pm
    Finally got out for a run, although not as I had hoped. Tried to get organized quickly after school so I could get home in time to run the trails before it got dark, but just as I packed up to leave, a big wind/rain storm darkened the skies. By the time I got home, it was pouring and too dark to go run in the hills so I hung out at home for a bit then got ready to run at about 4:30. By then the wind had died down and it had stopped raining, but it was still a cold 4C, 39F. Since I was running in the neighbourhood, I took it easy. My shins/calves/ankles felt a bit sore but nothing serious and…

  • Familiar run…

    run45
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:59 pm
    …straight from home today.  Steep hills in the first mile and a quarter–especially on the way back!  I’m feeling a lot stronger on them than I used to! Wish I’d gotten out earlier, though–cars were starting to come out of the “woodwork!” So had to move off the road a few times where there wasn’t much shoulder (either had to stop or proceed very slowly). But in other areas with a nice level or slight downgrade away from the main road, I got up some good speed…. Wanted to do a couple more miles or so, too, but just ran out of time, as I…

  • Hi, I just joined the Sweat365 community

    patsmartin
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:09 pm
    I’m a man from Pensacola FL US, born in 1967. This is my training blog which I am using to keep track of my fitness progress. Please come by and read my blog. It will help me stay motivated and keep me on track as I achieve my fitness goals!
 
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  • Running in the Dark

    15 Nov 2009 | 8:46 pm
    My running partner, Joanna, likes to run in the dark. I'm usually busy with dinner and kids and Twitter and stuff by the time dusk rolls around, but sometimes she convinces me to go with her. She says it's easier to run at night, because you forget about the distance up ahead, and concentrate on where your feet are going to land next, so you don't trip. And if you're a self-conscious runner, your shape blends in with the shadows of the night, so you can jiggle all you want and no one sees it, or cares. Tonight we ran through the trails in the woods at dusk, and watched the sky turn pink, then…

  • Missing Sissy: No Hoop Running Tonight

    12 Nov 2009 | 6:36 pm
    I'm supposed to go to dinner with my friend Sissy tonight but I'm in bed, instead, because I was feeling a little fainty. Last time I felt this way, I got the flu. But I won't get it again, I'm not the type. Once is enough for me. This is a fluke, I swear.Sure wish I had a fainting couch, though. I love those things. I'd prefer a red velvet one, as long as we're asking for presents. Except you aren't.Anyway, Sissy's the friend who's even goofier than I am. Except she'd say I was lying. Sissy's just her nickname, because she's the youngest of 9 children. I'm the youngest of 4, so I can't even…

  • Cold Weather Running - 1980's Style

    11 Nov 2009 | 12:09 pm
    I went skating yesterday. I meant to go running, but the thin sheet of ice on all the paved trails near my house forced me to tread carefully until I got to the dirt trails a mile away. I need advice for ice running, so please send ideas. I do have some of those nifty thingys you slip on the soles of your shoes for snow, but they seem a bit spiky for bare pavement. I'm afraid I'll screw up my knees if I run 4 or 5 miles in them without the cushion of the snow.Meanwhile, look what I found at the bottom of my snow gear box! It's my wool North Face headband from 1989. Stylish, and upside down to…

  • The One About New York

    8 Nov 2009 | 2:27 pm
    I went to Manhattan. I loved it. I didn't want to leave. I want to go back.For the record, I did go to Manhattan once, when I was 11. It was in 1976, when we went to Washington DC to visit my cousins for the bicentennial. We went to NYC for one day. It was a hot, sticky, miserably muggy gray day in August, I think, and the crazy people in the subways scared me.So, from 1976-2009, I didn't really want to go back to Manhattan. It seemed nice in movies and books, if you're very rich and very thin, and obviously brave enough to live there. I figured I wasn't any of those things.But then, these…

  • Twist Pop Media Goes to Vegas

    28 Oct 2009 | 1:09 pm
    So. We went to Vegas. We took Francine the Mannequin to the U2 concert, we worked with one of our Twist Pop Media clients, and we goofed off.(photo by Dave Russell)We're now working on the second "TwistPop Media Goes to Vegas" video (here's the link to the "before" video) and we'll post it to You Tube soon.(Dave took a lot of good pictures!)It should be a hoot.Francine had a great trip, she even had to go through the TSA airport scanner (we bought her a plane ticket.)The security people loved her, and captain of the airplane was thrilled to meet her and be in the video. On the flight home,…
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  • Getting That Crunch Naturally

    Chris
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:22 am
    mezuni Getting a nice crunch when eating is something we all crave, unfortunately most of the main stream “Crunch” foods out there are refined junk. Things like crackers, baguette or potato chips….. Although with a bit of know how we can all get a crunch from healthy nourishing foods we just need to know where to look. Celery Seen as a healthy “weight loss” food the humble celery stick is usually shunned by a lot of people, probably thanks to its acquired taste and stringy texture. Celery is crunchy and makes for a superb snack food, smear it with some almond…

  • Get The Most Out of Your Workout

    Chris
    13 Nov 2009 | 11:46 pm
    Marco Gomes This is a guest post from Rafi Bar-Lev, a former combat medic and founder of the community fitness site, Passionate Fitness. Check it out! Thanks to Rafi for the contribution and please check out his website, packed with great stuff! How to Get The Most Out of Your Workout With only 24 hours in a day, it can be really hard to find the time to work out. That’s why when you actually do make the time to work out, you want to make every second count. Here are 5 tips to help you get the most out of your workout. 1. Try Interval Training Instead of Cardio.  Experts have found…

  • Natural Antioxidants In Your Diet

    Chris
    8 Nov 2009 | 11:05 am
    epSos.de All foods to some extent or another are filled with anti-oxidants which are essential to the body for fighting off infection, reducing inflammation and improving general health. The problem is many of us overlook simple and effective ways to boost our anti-oxidant intake. Including some of these simple things in your diet will significantly boost your intake, leaving you with more vitality and a healthier mind and body! 1- Green Tea If your not already drinking your Green Tea then your missing out. The stuff is packed with EGCG which is one of the most powerful anti-oxidants known to…

  • Laughing Your Way To Fitness

    Chris
    2 Nov 2009 | 8:28 am
    Scootie Fitness, Health and all the clippings can become a tiresome task, somewhat of a chore rather than the joy its supposed to be given the need to workout at certain times,  and eat a certain way we can forget to have fun while staying or getting into great shape…. When it comes down to it sometimes we fail to see the absurdity of it all. The fact that most people don’t exercise at all or exercise in excess (marathons or doing hours of cardio), they eat all kinds of frankenstein foods and steer clear or the sun should be seen as something abnormal or weird. Yet it is…

  • The Path To Great Shoulder Health

    Chris
    24 Oct 2009 | 6:20 am
    giopuo Many of us have struggled with shoulder niggles at one point of time. Shoulders are a delicate and complex thing and need to be treated with care, avoiding all kinds of excessive and unfamiliar movements which can wear down the rotator cuff and deltoids. 1- Stick to Basics Basic exercises like shoulder presses, pull-ups, and pushups should be at the core of anyone’s training regime. The beauty of these movements is that they work the shoulders how they are supposed to and therefore allow you to go heavy without doing any damage (so long as you keep form in check). The moment you…
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  • Healthy weight loss- fact or fiction?

    fitness guy
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:31 pm
    Nowadays healthy weight loss is a major topic of discussion and with good reason. Healthy weight loss is really an attempt to reduce excess body fat. Many simply wish to lose weight before an important event, like an upcoming vacation or a wedding, while others are willing to accept the fact that permanent, healthy weight loss [...]Post from: Fitness Tips For LifeHealthy weight loss- fact or fiction?

  • The best weight loss method

    fitness guy
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:31 am
    What is the best weight loss method? That question was asked by over 201,000 people in the month of September, 2009 alone, and one we’re going to try our best to answer in this article. After hours of research, along with consultations with my own family doctor, I have constructed the following hypothesis: the most beneficial weight [...]Post from: Fitness Tips For LifeThe best weight loss method

  • Effective weight loss

    fitness guy
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:31 pm
    Before we get into the methods of effective weight loss, let’s make sure we understand that when we say “lose weight”, we really mean “lose fat”. A tape measure is much more important than scales when it comes to assessing fat loss. Effective weight loss means not losing precious muscle along with the fat when you [...]Post from: Fitness Tips For LifeEffective weight loss

  • Guide to Weight Loss supplements

    fitness guy
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:31 am
    Weight loss supplements are a craze among multitudes of people looking to shed excess body fat. Weight loss supplements and Fat burners and are a huge industry everywhere you look. This has brought about a proliferation of diverse weight-loss supplements, making people who struggle with weight problems wonder what the top weight loss supplements really [...]Post from: Fitness Tips For LifeGuide to Weight Loss supplements

  • Weight Loss Programs

    fitness guy
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:31 pm
    Weight loss programs are as numerous as stars in the sky; there are so many of them around it’s difficult to decide which one to choose. You normally start these programs with a bang; excited at the idea of getting back into your skinny jeans lickety split. The thing about these weight loss programs is that they’re [...]Post from: Fitness Tips For LifeWeight Loss Programs
 
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  • Do This: Silence the Critics

    19 Nov 2009 | 10:01 pm
    Spending time with family during the holidays may leave you open to comments from family members -- both those who criticize your weight and those who want you to eat more of their homemade goodies and "make them happy." Don't listen to either side; just hold firm with your own healthy-eating plan.
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  • Sports Science Weekly Gym Bag - 10-28-09

    28 Oct 2009 | 9:25 pm
    Welcome to a World Series edition of the Weekly Sports Science Gym Bag, a collection of some of the best stuff I've found in the last week.  A few more baseball stories are included, while you watch the Yankees lose in 6 games! The Overmanager: Why the New York Yankees' Joe Girardi is too smart for his own good To play in the NFL, you have to make a show of going to college. To play in the NBA, you have to get through high school. To sign a contract with a major league baseball team, all you have to do is convince someone you're 16, provided you weren't born in a country with…

  • Running To The Right Beat

    21 Oct 2009 | 8:29 pm
    With the Fall marathon season in full swing, thousands of runners are gearing up for the big day.  Just as important as their broken-in shoes and heart rate monitor is their source of motivation, inspiration and distraction: their tunes. Running with music has become so common that the two biggest names in both industries, Nike and Apple, have been joined at the hip with the Nike + iPod combination. So, what is it about music and running, or any exercise, that feels so right? Several recent studies try to chase down the connection between our ears and our feet. For the last 20 years,…

  • Sports Science Weekly Gym Bag - 10-7-09

    7 Oct 2009 | 7:56 am
    Time for another edition of the Sports Science Weekly Gym Bag. (Yes, a Wisconsin Badger football gym bag this week...they're 5-0!) If you ever run across something that you would like to share, just add it to the comments below! Marathon Runners Mull the ‘D Word’ This is the time of year, after marathoners have logged their longest miles, that any kind of pain, nagging or excruciating, can send runners into a panic about whether they will make it to the starting line. Or if they should even try... Faster tunes make you bike faster, even if it hurts a bit more Researchers have been…

  • I Run, Therefore I Drink?

    2 Oct 2009 | 1:44 pm
    Here’s a question for your buddies at the next golf outing or bowling league night: Are we more active because we drink more or do we drink more because we’re more active? Recent research showed that there is a correlation between the two, but could not offer a solid reason. Either way, another study claims the combination of moderate alcohol use and exercise will help our hearts more than just choosing one over the other. Michael French, a health economics professor at the University of Miami, and his colleagues dug into data from the 2005 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, a…

  • Sports Science Weekly Gym Bag - 9-28-09

    28 Sep 2009 | 8:39 pm
    Here's a new feature of Sports Are 80 Percent Mental: A weekly round-up of some of the best blog posts, articles and other interesting stuff that I've found on sports science and fitness research. If you find anything else, please just add it as a comment to this post!  Aging Muscles: 'Hard To Build, Easy To Lose' Have you ever noticed that people have thinner arms and legs as they get older? As we age it becomes harder to keep our muscles healthy. They get smaller, which decreases strength and increases the likelihood of falls and fractures. New research is showing how this happens —…
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  • Presenting a powerful webinar with Jay Bennett on WEB CAM: Saturday November 21st

    gabby
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:45 am
    Presenting a powerful webinar with Jay Bennett on WEB CAM: Saturday November 21st, 8:00am PST / 11:00am EST Join us in the Online Conference Room Enter your First and Last name in the Username field when requested … NO Password is required. or call: 1-949-333-4806 pin 9462412# Let’s close out [...]

  • Fish Oil Not Only Helps You Lose Weight, It Might Help Keep the Pounds Off for Good

    gabby
    11 Aug 2009 | 1:46 pm
    Omega-3 fatty acids as found in fish oil have been found recently in studies to assist people with weight loss by helping them to satisfy hunger cravings and maintain healthy blood pressure. Now an Australian study just published in the British Journal of Nutrition has revealed a possible link between intake of omega-3s and how much you weigh. itself. Researchers found: That among 124 adult subjects, those [...]

  • Isageix Results

    gabby
    13 Jun 2009 | 7:23 am
    Can you believe that it’s been so long since your first Isagenix order? For me it’s been three years and I can’t imagine a day with out my Isagenix shake or my Ionix. So, what’s your Cleansing story?  We truly would like to know how you’re doing so please leave a comment :) Please feel free to [...]

  • Improved Mental Focus

    gabby
    25 May 2009 | 8:26 am
    Have you researched all the Isagenix Ingredients? Many people do before they try Isagenix because they want to know if Isagenix is the real deal or just the latest fad diet scam. When reviewing each Isagenix product you’ll find that many list as a benefit “Improved Mental Focus”. Well, the truth is [...]

  • Why do I feel so good after my Cleanse Days?

    gabby
    20 May 2009 | 10:03 am
    It’s wonderful, isn’t it? When you eliminate harmful impurities and excess pounds from your body, you naturally feel fantastic. You’re on your way to being healthy, clean, and lean. Tell us your story.  It will inspire other to get healthy too. The Isagenix 9 Day and 30 Day Programs, or the Isagenix Cleansing and Fat Burning [...]
 
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  • Benefits of exercise on mental health

    Angie
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Exercise is not only great for physical aspects like losing weight, building muscle and becoming lean but it’s also great when it comes to mental health. Today’s Tip:  Benefits of exercise on mental health 1)  Helps to control emotions especially when  sad or feeling down about something. 2)  Helps to manage stress and relieve anxiety.  Less tension should help put you in a better mood too.  Once I get moving it feels like I’m just releasing all stress which leads me into the next benefit 3) Helps with  your ability to think straight and process stuff.  I definitely…

  • Whittle My Middle with Turbulence Training

    Angie
    18 Nov 2009 | 10:26 am
    The Whittle My Middle 30 day challenge (video included) over at Oh She Glows blog sounds like fun so I’m going to do my best to take part.  They started last week but my 30 days starts today.  I’ll complete this challenge the day before we leave for Jamaica so I’m excited to see what I can accomplish until then.  I am having more tooth issues but I am going to just do the best I can and try to not let it bother me. I took measurements back on November 1st and will measure again on Dec. 17th. Sure hope to lose inches because that will give me the incentive to keep up my…

  • Took too many days off this week

    Angie
    15 Nov 2009 | 4:08 pm
    This week I took too many days off from exercise.  I really have no excuses, I was just extra exhausted this week for some reason.  And I have been off schedule with business stuff and just wanted to make sure I got that stuff done but in the meantime didn’t focus on myself as far as exercise.  Gotta get back into the swing and make it work! Here are the workouts that I did accomplish this week.  I was super excited to get in one Turbo Jam workout.  I miss kickboxing sooooo much! Monday- *Elliptical Time: 25 min. Calories burned: 302 *Spin class Time: 1 hr Calories burned: 713…

  • How to stay healthy during holiday party season

    Angie
    13 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    This week’s Friday Fit and Healthy Lifestyle Tips article is written by my friend Judy who will become a regular guest blogger here on my weight loss blog.  Judy has been in the health and wellness field for many years and I’m happy that she’s willing to share her expertise with us.  Judy has a blog about living a healthy lifestyle called Quick Steps to Health. Please help me welcome Judy! Today’s Tip: Tips on eating healthier and ways to stay active during the holiday party season source Are your eating plans ready for the Holiday party season? With the holiday…

  • Weekly Weigh In: November 11

    Angie
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:23 am
    It’s been a crazy few months that is for sure.   I’m still pretty bummed that the clothes I have to order for vacation is going to be a size up from what I currently have but I am happy to say that I lost THREE pounds this past week! I have to just keep my eye on the goal and choose my foods wisely.  Major dental work has kept me from my full potential in the workout arena but I do what I can.  So here are the stats for the week. Last week’s weight: 239 Current weight: 236 Goal weight: 140 Pounds left to go: 96 Still off schedule as far as the workouts were planned…
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  • My 38th Birthday Workout Video

    Vic Magary
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:16 am
    It’s lighter and more fun than my usual videos, but damn this workout was a bitch! If you’re thinking of buying me a belated birthday gift, you can pick up the 31 Day Challenge Manual (which is actually a present for both of us Let me know what you think of the video… - Vic If you think your friends or coworkers would enjoy this post, use the buttons below to share it

  • My 38th Birthday – I Need Your Help!!!

    Vic Magary
    12 Nov 2009 | 8:06 am
    My birthday is this Saturday, November 14th, and I’ll be turning 38 years old. Accordingly I plan on doing 11 exercises (3 + 8 = 11) for 38 reps each. What exercises would you like to see me do? And oh yes, there will be video. Leave your exercise suggestions in the comments below and I will add them to my workout! - Vic If you think your friends or coworkers would enjoy this post, use the buttons below to share it

  • What Can A Drill Sergeant And A Few “Broke Dicks” Teach You About Working Out?

    Vic Magary
    11 Nov 2009 | 2:55 am
    It was our final day under the rule of the Drill Sergeants at Ft. Benning. And they wanted to give us something to remember them by. Drill Sergeant Fowler yelled over to a group of “broke dicks”, Army slang for soldiers who had an injury or other medical restriction that prohibited them from physical training. He ordered the broke dicks to go to the laundry room and fill up the water jugs. He ordered the rest of us who were fit for duty to “the hill”. It was obvious that he intended on giving us a physically exerting and muddy farewell. So there we stood on the…

  • 7 Laws To Be Fit For Life

    Vic Magary
    4 Nov 2009 | 12:05 pm
    It’s all well and good to do a 31 Day Challenge to see how lean you can get in a month. But the truth is that most of what is recommended in my 31 Day Challenge Manual is what you should do all of the time. For life long health and fitness, follow my 7 Laws To Be Fit For Life. 1. Fight For Your Life. Do you know what it’s like to stalk your prey with nothing more than a spear and your wits? Neither do I. How about run for your life from a saber tooth tiger that is trying to make you his next meal? Me neither. But this kind of survival stress followed by a corresponding burst of…

  • How To “Stay On Track” With Your Home Workouts

    Vic Magary
    27 Oct 2009 | 8:55 am
    Back when I was in the ARMY, I learned the importance of being able to train anywhere and everywhere.  We did burpees, push ups and pullups in every situation imaginable. If you’re short on time, doing a home workout is a great way to get in a killer workout in less than 10 minutes.  I’ve posted a few home workouts on the blog before, and I also post 2 new ones each month in my Personal Coaching Program (you can trial it for $1). The biggest problem I’ve seen with home workouts is that people don’t commit to them like they do a gym workout.  Once you’re at the…
 
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  • Unfair advantage from prosthetics?

    Chef Emanuela
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:51 pm
    Blaine Moore wrote a rather thought-provoking post about Oscar Pistorius and his alleged unfair advantage in racing because he has a prosthetic limb. I’m afraid I’m too ignorant on the matter to offer any credible commentary, nor should anyone care if I did. What got me thinking about this, however, was why we’re not seeing this kind of “challenged athlete” performance in endurance sports like the marathon, triathlon, etc. Is the purported advantage only an advantage in sprints? No related posts.

  • Words to live by…

    Eric Cressey
    10 Nov 2009 | 9:40 am
    “Leave all the afternoon for exercise and recreation, which are as necessary as reading. I will rather say more necessary because health is worth more than learning.” — Thomas Jefferson Related posts:Off to live La Nordica Vida With about four weeks until the Mt. Taylor Winter Quadrathlon,...Some words about my semi-retirement… Allow me to start this off with an apology. I... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.

  • Crossing the finish line looking like a figure competitor

    John
    2 Nov 2009 | 9:12 am
    Rachel Cosgrove has a great blog post about training for an Ironman or Half-Ironman and still having a great-looking physique at the end of the race. It’s a goal she’s been challenged to meet for the past few years when she competed in powerlifting (she set a national record) and the world championships in triathlon. Her conclusion? It can’t be done. Rachel posits that to look “good” (muscular, defined abs) your body has to be kept-off balance so it is forced to change. To be competitive in endurance events, your body has to learn how to adapt. To be more…

  • Being bored

    John
    1 Nov 2009 | 10:17 am
    “Time is the coin of your life. It is the only coin you have and only you can determine how you spend it. Careful, lest others spend it for you.” – Carl Sandburg // So starts a great post on boredom and the human mindset from TOJ contributor Craig Weller of Barefoot Fitness. Definitely worth two minutes of your time to read. Related posts:Never quit This morning while making my blog rounds, I came across...Authors Dr. John Berardi Bio coming soon! Chef Joseph T. Bonanno...An interview with New Zealand’s fittest woman Our friend and contributing author Craig Weller recently…

  • Are you 3-6 weeks from being competition ready?

    John
    28 Oct 2009 | 8:36 am
    Dr. John Berardi’s online newsletter has a great article from Coach Krista Schaus on how to stay competition ready. She works with runners, lifters and physique competitors and has a great philosophy that’s worth a few minutes of your time to learn more about. We share a common goal of being 3-6 weeks from being able to enter ANY competition. Great goal, a bit of a challenge to implement! Click here to read the full story. Related posts:Ready for a Wee Bit of Winter Fun? Yes, the Mt. Taylor Winter Quadrathlon has opened its doors...Getting ready for the 2007-2008 season What a…
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  • Why are Crash Diets Bad?

    LifeMojo Team
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am
    It is not surprising that many people wonder why fad diets are bad when they seem to get results. You will find many sites on the internet claiming significant weight loss in just a few days. However, this type of weight loss is always temporary. It is usually 90% water which will be put straight back on as soon as your body rehydrates, which it must do if you are not going to suffer severe health problems. Any eating or exercise pattern that causes you to eat fewer calories than you burn will lead to weight loss. However, some diets lead to a rapid weight loss that is quickly regained when…

  • Low Glycemic Index Diet (GI Diet)

    LifeMojo Team
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am
    The "glycemic index diet" or "GI diet" or "low glycemic diet" are more of a way of eating rather than a diet. Originally developed as a tool to help diabetics manage blood sugar control, the glycemic index has found its way into the mainstream weight loss market. The glycemic index is the basis for many popular diet plans, such as South Beach Diet and the Zone diet. What is GI (Glycemic Index)? Not all carbohydrate foods are created equal, in fact they behave quite differently in our bodies. The glycemic index or GI describes this difference by ranking carbohydrate foods according to their…

  • Cycling Cadence

    LifeMojo Team
    18 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am
    As a cyclist, you're probably familiar with the term "cadence," but what is it and how can you use cadence to train for cycling? Cadence measures how many times you pedal per minute, or your revolutions per minute. You can use cadence as a tool during your workouts to help you train. Whether you're a complete beginner with questions about a cost-effective, entry-level bike or an elite athlete looking for world-class coaching to take you to the next level, invreasing cadence can help. What is Cadence? In cycling, cadence is the number of revolutions of the crank per minute; roughly speaking,…

  • Five Easy to Cook Healthy Foods

    LifeMojo Team
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am
    When you're too tired to cook and too rushed to think about it, it's too easy to make bad decisions on what to eat; takeaways and fast food seem an easy option. With a little bit of planning, however, you can cook a quick nutrient dense food that give you more nutrition per minute! Eating healthy doesn't have to take a lot of time. You can prepare a healthy meal just as quickly as an unhealthy one. Yes, you really can have a meal on the table in thirty minutes, from start to finish. The key to cooking a healthy meal is a little pre-planning. Read through the recipe and make sure you have all…

  • Home Remedies for Acne (Pimples)

    LifeMojo Team
    16 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am
    Acne is a skin disorder resulting from the action of hormones on the skins sebaceous glands (microscopic glands in the skin which secrete an oily/waxy matter, called sebum, to lubricate the skin and hair) which leads to blocked pores (blackheads and whiteheads), and outbreaks of cysts or nodules commonly called pimples. They may occur on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and even the upper arms. What is Acne? Acne is a disorder that causes skin eruptions and inflammation. Acne lesions can appear as whiteheads, blackheads, small pink bumps called papules, or pimples (pus-filled red…
 
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  • Cycling Cadence

    LifeMojo Team
    18 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am
    As a cyclist, you're probably familiar with the term "cadence," but what is it and how can you use cadence to train for cycling? Cadence measures how many times you pedal per minute, or your revolutions per minute. You can use cadence as a tool during your workouts to help you train. Whether you're a complete beginner with questions about a cost-effective, entry-level bike or an elite athlete looking for world-class coaching to take you to the next level, invreasing cadence can help. What is Cadence? In cycling, cadence is the number of revolutions of the crank per minute; roughly speaking,…

  • Tips for Long Distance Runners

    LifeMojo Team
    5 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am
    Long distance events are great for those athletes who enjoy running and have a desire to maintain dedicated training throughout the week on a long-term basis. Success in the distance events comes from planning. Training must be consistent and progressive. The training sessions are designed to physiologically and psychologically enhance an athlete's potential to maximize his/her competition experiences. However there is risk involved with demanding too much from the body too soon. If a runner wants to reach the point where long distances become very manageable and less physically stressful,…

  • Types of Strength

    LifeMojo Team
    3 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am
    Strength training is an essential element of fitness for virtually every sports man and woman. The benefits of strength training to athletic performance are enormous and many. Not only is it an integral conditioning component for power athletes such as cricket and football players, performance in the pure endurance events can be improved with a well-structured strength routine. Mention strength training, and weight lifting or using machines immediately comes to mind. But there are many types of strength. But before we get into that let us see what strength means. What is Strength? Well, a…

  • Facial Exercises to Tone and Lift Your Face

    LifeMojo Team
    30 Oct 2009 | 11:30 am
    Your face has more than ten bones and 12 muscles, with numerous branches of nerves, arteries, and veins. As a person ages, the skin on their face begins to sag. This can be caused by loss of muscle tone and elasticity. Facial exercise can help in all of these areas. It is typically used to stimulate blood flow and circulation, to better prepare skin for a facial treatment, relieve tension, or assist in treating medical conditions. What is Facial Exercising? It is a series of contractions and applied resistance to specific muscles in the face, sort of like body building but for the face and…

  • Cardio vs. Strength Training

    LifeMojo Team
    26 Oct 2009 | 11:30 am
    It's hard to believe that exercise, which seems to be a relatively simple topic, can cause so much debate. However, when assessing the efficacy of weight training vs. cardiovascular exercise, there are plenty of conflicting opinions on which is better and this debate may never get resolved. The difference between strength training and cardio workouts is like the difference between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lance Armstrong, simply said. Comparing the two is absolutely pointless. And while both may be different, they each have their strengths. You'll find the same thing with these workouts, and…
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  • You’re Wecome

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:02 pm
    It’s Thanksgiving and you know what that means: food, family, friends and sexy pilgrims. Check out Muscle Milk’s foray into the world of branded entertainment with the world’s first Thanksgiving R&B slow jam. The video stars Tenacious D member JR Reed and tells the story of the pilgrim who never made it into the history books. Enjoy. Happy Thanksgiving You’re Welcome via The Sexy Pilgrim WPvideo 1.10 Share this on FacebookStumble upon something good? Share it on StumbleUponEmail this to a friend?Tweet This!Share this on del.icio.usDigg this!Add this to Google…

  • Holiday Body Transformation Challenge to You

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:14 am
    Warning: stripos() [function.stripos]: Offset not contained in string in /home/freedom2/public_html/bodybuildingsecretslive/wp-content/plugins/wp-affiliate-pro.php(11) : eval()'d code on line 935 Photo Credit: Jasonlam Every year as Thanksgiving gets closer, you’ve probably seen the depressing reports: “Most people gain between 5 and 10 pounds of body fat in the six weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas.” “This is the time of year when people celebrate their slowly depreciating life expectancy, via large bottles of whiskey and through gluttonous consumption of very large turkey…

  • Get Leaner While Others Pack On Holiday Pounds?

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    16 Nov 2009 | 3:03 pm
    A few days ago, fat loss author/expert Tom Venuto issued a bold challenge to hundreds of thousands of people… Basically, he “called them out,” but in a motivating sort of way, that is. Tom was making an announcement about a new type of fitness transformation challenge contest that will run – get this – through ALL the holidays: Thanksgiving (US), Christmas and New Years. He actually suggested that now is the BEST time to transform your body and that procrastinating until New Year’s is a pointless waste of time. If you wanted a better body, why wait, right?

  • The #1 Muscle Building Workout Tool

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    15 Nov 2009 | 3:35 pm
    The Most Important Musle Building Tool Imagine, for a moment that it’s 6 months from today … You are frustrated, confused and almost ready to quit the gym.  Everybody is ramping up for the slew of holiday fitness challenges.  You feel compelled to make some kind of change in your fitness routine as you feel nothing works.  You’ve tried everything.  You glance around and see 12 or more “fitness pimp” workout plans.  Those guys.. you want to throw a stone at them.  You’ve spent more money trying to reach your goals through workout plans and dietary…

  • 5 Big Reasons Why Everyone Should Train Like Athletes

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    14 Nov 2009 | 2:47 pm
    Elliott Husle: Pro Strongman By Elliott Hulse Co-Creator of Lean Hybrid Muscle If you’re like me, you probably want nothing more than to feel like a ’super-stud’ every time you take your shirt off in public. You want to have the confidence to say, ‘Boy, this sweaty shirt is chaffin’ me’, then reach over your shoulder and tear your shirt off like Brad Pitt in Fight Club. When you know that your pecs look like two soup bowls inserted beneath your skin, and your abs are as hard the asphalt you stand on, it’s tough to keep your shirt on! Today you are…
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    The Fitness Center

  • 10 tips for dieters to surviving Thanksgiving dinner

    Audrea Huff
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:05 pm
    Food, food everywhere. I love the holidays, I really do. But for someone like me, who has bounced back and forth between "borderline overweight" and "obese" for most of her life, the thought of being surrounded by delicious food during the holidays also has me quaking in my boots. I can try all I want to eat small portions, but when there's a work, family or friend's party offering troughs of food virtually every weekend, it's going to be near impossible to keep the calories down for the next six weeks. (And there's just no way I'm going to refrain from…

  • Sink or swim -- or watch Michael Phelps on YouTube

    Martha Phifer
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:59 am
    In retrospect, I'm not sure why I thought I would pass the American Red Cross's lifeguard certification course several months ago. To say that I overestimated myself is an understatement.  But at the time, I was sure that being in good shape had to count for something.  And what about the swim team race I won third place in back in fifth grade? That winner was still in me -- evidently somewhere very deep!  I won’t bore you with the details (though you probably wouldn’t find them boring . . .  in fact, you’d probably…

  • Heidi Klum surprises with walk down Victoria's Secret runway

    Rebecca Williams
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:33 pm
    Heidi Klum is at it again. The model/TV host surprised guests at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show on Thursday night, strutting her stuff on the runway a day after saying she would only be hosting the show -- and just six weeks after giving birth to daughter Lou, her fourth child. Klum was wearing a plum corset and full skirt of tulle poufs, and People.com reports she drew screams from the crowd as she made her way down the runway. Klum said Wednesday that hosting the show would mean less pressure on her. "You definitely have less pressure when you don’t shake your booty in front…

  • Paying someone to make me sore? It's worth every penny

    Audrea Huff
    16 Nov 2009 | 6:20 am
    My left calf stings a little with each step, and the muscles on the front of my shoulders refuse to let me reach behind my head. But I love it. I'm still sore from my workout from two days ago, a session with my personal trainer. The sessions have been a mix of weights and plyometrics training, designed to increase speed, power and agility (picture at left is a girl performing a box jump, one of the exercises I do). He's been careful never to push me so hard that I start to feel ill, which I respect. I’ve had trainers who operated with the philosophy that their job was to get me…

  • Scale gets social with automatic Twitter updates

    Rebecca Williams
    16 Nov 2009 | 6:03 am
    It's one thing to have an accountability partner when you're trying to lose weight. But what if anyone with Internet access could keep up with your weight-loss progress (or lack thereof)? Meet the WiFi Body Scale.  Developed by a start-up French company called Withings, the scale records your body weight, lean and fat mass, and calculated body mass index (BMI), and through wireless Internet automatically sends the information to a secure Web page, your iPhone and, if you so choose, your Twitter account. You've heard of people tweeting about the food they've eaten? Well,…
 
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  • Are You Ready For The ePatient Era?

    Greg
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:22 am
    There is a new class of healthcare consumers emerging that I’ve been reading about over the last few days.  They’ve been dubbed ePatients.  With the constant chatter about reducing the expense of healthcare, a logical, and much debated topic has been the subject of patient records.  Specifically, the transition to electronic healthcare records. These “ePatients” are a growing class of healthcare consumers that are pushing their healthcare providers to move toward electronic records, and promote free flow of information directly related to their healthcare.  This…

  • Book Review: The Gathering Storm by Robert Jordan & Brandon Sanderson

    Greg
    18 Nov 2009 | 8:30 am
    As a long-time fan of Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time series, the decision by Mr. Jordan’s wife to have the series completed by another author was met with some level of trepidation.  Robert Jordan has been considered by many to be one of the modern-day leading authors of science fantasy, and his Wheel of Time series has no peer when it comes to storyline complexity and character development.  So, what author could possibly hope to match his writing style? The announcement that Brandon Sanderson had accepted the offer to complete the Wheel of Time prompted me to study this author.

  • Healthy Harvest Muffins

    Greg
    16 Nov 2009 | 8:52 am
    A few days ago, my wife was baking cakes for her mother, and decided to take a crack at a new recipe for harvest muffins.  These turned out to be excellent, and at 153-calories and 2-grams of fiber per muffin, they’re actually relatively healthy as well. Healthy Harvest Muffins Photo credit sling Ingredients Wheat flour – 1 cup Oats – 1 cup Baking Soda – 3 tsp Cinnamon – 2 tsp Sugar – 1 cup Apple butter – 3/4 cup Buttermilk – 3/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder – 3 tbsp Eggs – 3 Raisins – 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts – 1/2 cup…
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  • Jorge's Best Tummy-Toning Workouts

    11 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Jorge Cruise, Chief Diet and Fitness Expert What’s the secret to looking younger, being healthier and having more energy? A flat stomach! It sounds crazy, but a small waist can improve your looks and cut your risk of diabetes. Find out how and learn 5 fun belly-blasting moves. Plus, test your diabetes IQ with our quiz… Plain and simple, your belly fat is getting in the way of a fuller, healthier life. Ab flab has been linked to depression in women. And it increases the risk of heart disease and diabetes. True, excess weight any place in the body is bad for your health, so why…

  • Jorge's Best Tummy-Toning Workouts

    11 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Jorge Cruise, Chief Diet and Fitness Expert What’s the secret to looking younger, being healthier and having more energy? A flat stomach! It sounds crazy, but a small waist can improve your looks and cut your risk of diabetes. Find out how and learn 5 fun belly-blasting moves. Plus, test your diabetes IQ with our quiz… Plain and simple, your belly fat is getting in the way of a fuller, healthier life. Ab flab has been linked to depression in women. And it increases the risk of heart disease and diabetes. True, excess weight any place in the body is bad for your health, so why…

  • Banish Thigh Jiggle

    11 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Carly Young, Special to LifescriptNeed to firm up those jiggly thighs? Try the lunge. To perform a traditional lunge, stand tall with your feet together, hands on your hips. Step forward with your right leg and bend at the knee to form a 90-degree angle over your ankle. Your left leg should remain straight (but not locked), and you should be balancing on the ball of your left foot. Return slowly to a standing position by stepping your feet back together and then repeating on the other side to complete one rep. Like the squat, this move has a lot of different possibilities. Experiment…

  • 7 Succulent High-Fiber Recipes

    11 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    Looking to boost your fiber intake? Who says you have to stick with prunes and beans? Read on for 7 delicious high-fiber recipes for every meal of the day… Grilled Filet Mignon with Herb Butter & Texas ToastsThis dish is simply luxurious: grilled beef tenderloin smothered in a vibrant herb butter served on top of a garlicky slab of whole-grain toast. And yes, with only about 303 calories and 14 grams of fat total, this steakhouse-worthy entrée can be part of a healthy diet. If you like, make extra herb butter to top chicken, fish or even a grilled pork chop. Serves: 4Preparation time:…

  • Jorge's Best Tummy-Toning Workouts

    11 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Jorge Cruise, Chief Diet and Fitness Expert What’s the secret to looking younger, being healthier and having more energy? A flat stomach! It sounds crazy, but a small waist can improve your looks and cut your risk of diabetes. Find out how and learn 5 fun belly-blasting moves. Plus, test your diabetes IQ with our quiz… Plain and simple, your belly fat is getting in the way of a fuller, healthier life. Ab flab has been linked to depression in women. And it increases the risk of heart disease and diabetes. True, excess weight any place in the body is bad for your health, so why…
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    Strength Training Blog

  • Definition of Strength Training

    31 Oct 2009 | 11:07 pm
    Definition of Strength Training

  • Calf Muscles

    13 Oct 2009 | 10:47 pm
    calf muscles: what is their function and exercises to prevent injury and relieve tightness and pain.

  • Best Strength Training Programs

    1 Oct 2009 | 4:39 pm
    What are the best strength training programs? The best ones are the ones you stick to and more.

  • Ipod Workouts

    6 Aug 2009 | 1:45 am
    Ipod Workouts: Image based workouts to burn fat, tone, build muscle and much more for your hand held devices.

  • Strength Training

    6 Aug 2009 | 12:47 am
    Strength training workouts to shape, tone, lean down, and prevent inury. Information from a certified personal fitness trainer, supported by simple diagrams and information on nutrition.
 
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    Nicki Anderson

  • Holiday Survival Tips

    Nicki
    19 Nov 2009 | 12:01 pm
    After being in the health and fitness industry for close to 30 years, trust me, I know what goes over well and what drops like a lead balloon. Telling people to “abstain” during the holidays is one of those lead balloons. I recently had a conversation with one of my clients who asked, ” I know I’m going to want to eat certain things during the holidays, but what can I do not to pack on weight?” I knew if she had that question, so did many others working to stay as healthy as possible during a high stress, high food season. Following are your  Top Holiday…

  • Myths That Prevent People from Realizing Good Health!

    Nicki
    15 Nov 2009 | 1:06 pm
    In my last post, I shared a blog that two friends of mine have started. They are using my book as a way to develop a healthier lifestyle. I’m not sure what they thought when they started, but anytime you try and change your lifestyle, it is never, ever easy. It’s work, it’s focus and yes, it’s hard, sometimes very hard. This past week I visited the LivingNicki Blog to see how they were doing and I noticed nothing was posted other than, “To be continued…..” I kept checking back and noticed no new posts. I immediately thought of myself and the hundreds…

  • When the Going Gets Tough….Keep Moving Forward!

    Nicki
    10 Nov 2009 | 1:48 pm
    I have a couple of friends that purchased my book in order to change their life to a more healthy one. It’s been fun reading their blog and following their progress as well as their challenges. This past week Lisa wrote a  post in which she said that she ignored “Living Nicki” and would write about it later. So it got me to thinking (I’m always thinking), how many people eventually quit any healthy living attempts after they have a bad week or a bad day? I bet you’ve done it, I know I have. The problem here is when people try to lose weight, it’s the…

  • Obsession Rarely Results in Success!

    Nicki
    1 Nov 2009 | 9:53 am
    This past week my daughter called me from college in a panic, “My roommate has Swine Flu! What am I going to do? Should I scrub down my entire room?” I reminded her that her best defense against getting the flu is common sense which includes, getting plenty of rest (yeah right, she’s a freshman in college), washing hands before eating, rubbing eyes or nose and eat well. I reminded her that every desk she sits in, every bit of change she gets after paying for her meals, every button she pushes to get to her dorm room has been touched by someone else. So, you can put yourself…

  • You Want to Change Healthcare? Care for Your Health!

    Nicki
    29 Oct 2009 | 12:58 pm
    People have spent so much time focusing on weight loss,  diets and gimmicks, that they’ve left the most important thing behind, their health. For over 20 years I have been coaching people on ways to move beyond the “diet head” and in to the “healthy head.”  Since the 60’s,  when commercial diets hit the scene, they were designed simply to help people lose a few unwanted pounds. However, now that it has become a billion dollar industry, the focus is no longer on helping people get healthy, rather to create repeat customers. Study after study shows that…
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    Yum Yucky

  • Sexy Man Fitness Formula

    Josie
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:00 pm
    Yum Yucky says a sexy man is a healthy man. Here is the recommended list of activities a smart & savvy man will do to be healthy while increasing his sexiness in the eyes of the woman. Sexy Man Fitness ListThese activities incorporate cardio and/or strength training, so it's all healthy exercise to promote sexiness. Rub the woman's feet. Mow grass without shirt as man-sweat glistens in the sun. Lift heavy laundry baskets (& do laundry since it's already in your hands). Chase after kids to get them in bathtub, ready for school, etc.. Mall day with the woman to carry large shopping…

  • Dear Mr. Fast Food.....

    Josie
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:48 pm
    I did not really eat this. It was only a stunt" ~ Josie Dear Mr. Fast Food,It's just about over between us. You are not sexy anymore. Your greasy goodness and fried fanfare used to sparkle like the sun and hypnotize my digestive tract. I was hungry like the wolf for your love, but now, not so much. Remember when I adored you? It began as puppy passion with those 20 chicken nuggets. I was damn proud to polish off every single one. Then it turned teenage crush when I feigned for you each weekend. But then you brought the horror. Ugly, rotten, gastric horror.   Why did you give me food…

  • "Tasting!" Odwalla Pink Poetry Fruit Smoothie

    Josie
    18 Nov 2009 | 4:06 pm
    Yo, Odwalla! You've got some explaining to do! My Greedy Gland never goes overactive for the good stuff that grows on trees, but all of a sudden my taste buds are spastically rejoicing over Odwalla's Pink Poetry Fruit Smoothie. What's the deal?    My tasting intuition knew it was going to be good, but hot dang! This stuff tastes like my own personal Fruit Servant grew the food out back, harvested the healthy-ness, then presented it to me real fresh and lovely in a smoothie formulation. The ingredients read like Healthy Hippie love: "Plum puree, apple juice, orange juice, banana puree, dark…

  • Snake Woman Reveals Medical Secrets

    Josie
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:35 pm
    I deserve congratulations. I just discovered I inherited some snake DNA. My jaw has the ability to open wider than humanly possible to ingest meals whole (that's my long lost brother in the pic).I was visiting the doctor for a well visit when I took a peek at my chart. I saw secret notes about my gifted medical condition. Notes From the Chart of Dr. Eadie Utt"Josie can move her jaws left to right, front to back, and open her mouth over 180 degrees to accommodate the ingestion of extra large foodstuffs such as whole pies, bread loaves, and moose legs. The left and right sides of Josie's lower…

  • Beware the Evil Sloth! He Does Not Love You. Okay?

    Josie
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:30 pm
    Gaze into the eyes of the pompous, Evil Sloth. See that smirk on his face? He's eyeballing me; conjuring ways to make me fall on my ass. Evil Sloth is so very confident he can pull me back into my former days of lazy couching and slouching around lethargic. He is a cunning creature indeed. Today I was minding my own business, getting ready to eat more food exercise, when he implanted an evil thought into the very fabric of my brain cells.... "Eh, I don't wanna exercise today. I'll do it tomorrow."You see! That is a dangerous and evil thought, especially when there is no good excuse to NOT…
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  • A No-BS Approach to Looking Great Naked

    JC
    18 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm
    Last month was the one-year mark for JCDFitness. Time really seems to fly by doesn’t it? Over the last year I have become somewhat acquainted with a few in the fitness field who have been a big influence on my philosophy. Thanks to this website I have been able to connect with them on [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessA No-BS Approach to Looking Great Naked

  • Get Jacked – The Muscle Building Guide for Skinny Guys Part II

    JC
    9 Nov 2009 | 11:35 am
    Image Credit:  d_vdm Last week I discussed the way you need to eat in order to turn yourself into the un-skinny guy.  Now knowing how to eat is all fine and dandy but without some sort of training involved, the extra kcals are not going to be partitioned in your favor; that is unless you want [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessGet Jacked – The Muscle Building Guide for Skinny Guys Part II

  • Eat More Sammiches – The Muscle Building Guide for Skinny Guys Part I

    JC
    2 Nov 2009 | 12:03 am
    Image Credit: garritron Alright, I did some searching online, trying to find a really good guide for the skinny guys interested in building muscle.  While I found some decent stuff, most of it was pseudo-intellectual bullshit, making things more complicated than they needed to be.  I even found a few articles on getting abs for a [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessEat More Sammiches – The Muscle Building Guide for Skinny Guys Part I

  • The Former Fat Boy Syndrome

    JC
    19 Oct 2009 | 12:59 am
    Image Credit:  d_vdm I must admit I am a FFB (Former Fat Boy).  I am willing to bet many of the guys reading this were FFB’s.  As a FFB I know we tend to think our metabolisms are subpar or we can’t build muscle efficiently due to our endomorphic proportions.  This is what’s known as the [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessThe Former Fat Boy Syndrome

  • How Sustainable Is Your Diet Approach?

    JC
    11 Oct 2009 | 11:09 pm
    Photo Credit: April Greer ……….. Model: Jen Turnbull About six weeks back, I received an email from a female who has been strength training for the last 5 years.  She started when she was an overweight, out of shape college graduate who had added quite a few pounds since starting her new 9-5 desk job.  After [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessHow Sustainable Is Your Diet Approach?
 
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    Strive Performance Training

  • Product Review : Weider PowerBell

    Kyle Harrell
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:25 pm
    Got an email from a friend today asking about the PowerBell from Weider.  So Dr. K, here it goes.  Here is a quick look at Weider’s attempt at an adjustable kettlebell.  Decent idea but the Powerbell is way over-priced. Weider’s PowerBell is an adjustable stack kettlebell ranging from 5 to 20 lbs. in 2.5 lb. increments.  If you’ve logged anytime with kettlebells you’ll understand, “2.5 lb increments is pretty insignificant and mostly lipstick and marketing.” Price: $100 is too much. Better and more cost effective options include Walmart’s…

  • Macebell

    Kyle Harrell
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:18 pm
    The macebell is a long handle with a weighted ball on the end.  Another old time strength tool that is a tremendous for improving grip strength, shoulder mobility, and core strength. Countless multi-plane and multi-joint exercises can be performed to train the entire body. When watching the sample exercises shown below one might ask, “why not use a sledgehammer?” Sure the sledgehammer would provide an inexpensive alternative to the macebell, but the length of the handle is the big difference.  Try out some of these exercises with a sledge.  Check out this link for pictures and…

  • Kettlebell exercises : Juggling

    Kyle Harrell
    15 Nov 2009 | 7:56 pm
    Add a new wrinkle to your training with some kettlebell juggling.  Juggling kettlebells is a fun way to challenge yourself, increase grip strength, and improve conditioning.  With a partner or by yourself, flips, switching grips, tossing between hands or your partner are just a few ideas.  Variations are endless.  Try some of these to get started or make up your own.

  • Abdominal exercises : Towel Swings

    Kyle Harrell
    3 Nov 2009 | 1:15 pm
    I had someone ask me the other day, “What about some alternative abdominal exercises?”  Well here you go…  Towel Swings. 1. Grab a towel or rope, and a weight or object with a hole in a it.  Kettlebells are ideal, but a 10 lb plate will work just fine. 2. Thread your towel/ rope through the handle of the kettlebell or the hole in the plate, some room,  and you are in business. Towel swings of all varieties between the legs and overhead can be performed with a towel/rope and a weight, all great alternatives to your tired old crunches.  The low stance towel swing or towel…

  • The dirt on Soy protein

    Kyle Harrell
    30 Oct 2009 | 10:51 am
    Soy protein like most everything else has pros and cons. Simply put soy is a low cholesterol source of protein, but is not as complete as egg or whey protein.  The best source is as usual in it’s natural bean form, and there are some drawbacks to the processed powder  or milk form.  I don’t believe that in moderation soy is bad, but would not replace animal, or your protein powder with it.  The beef on soy stems from it’s production and the use of pesticides. In short, I’ll leave the debate up to you, but my recommendation is go ahead and enjoy your edamame, but…
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  • How To Get Vitamin D In The Winter Months

    Andrea
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:01 pm
    Vitamin D is a vital part of bone health, this means that for individuals at risk for low bone density and osteoporosis getting enough vitamin D every day is necessary.  Vitamin D helps to maximize calcium absorption into the body and also helps to maintain good strong an healthy bones, and the prevention of some [...]

  • Celebrity Workout Routines: Get Heidi Klum’s Legs

    Marc Lavender
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:01 pm
    Walking down the catwalk takes courage, style, and a great set of legs.  Heidi is well aware of all of the requirements and takes a lot of pride into each of them.  Her workouts are frequent, intense, and very specific to her goals.  If you want to get lean, long legs like Heidi try her [...]

  • Get An Energy Boost: Nuts

    Andrea
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:01 pm
    With the holidays just a week away we are all drained and over worked.  Getting the energy needed to keep up with your daily routine, prepare for Thanksgiving, get ready for Christmas and still get in your workouts can seem impossible.  The food you choose to eat can have a major effect on your energy [...]

  • Celebrity Workout Routines: David Beckham On Back

    Marc Lavender
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:01 pm
    Soccer is a very demanding sport that requires a very strong core and a solid physique.  David Beckham has managed to have a lot of success because he posesses both of these most important qualities.  His core strength is legendary and his ability to kick the ball with that much force and that much accuracy [...]

  • Celebrity Workout Routines: Jessica Simpson’s Chest

    Marc Lavender
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:01 pm
    Looking your best on and off the camera takes hard work and dedication.  Jessica Simpson is known for having a naturally beautiful looking chest which is a combination of good genes and great workouts.  Here is an example of one of her workouts that you can try to get the best looking chest you could [...]
 
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    Priority Fitness

  • The Times

    Benjamin Kessel
    13 Nov 2009 | 4:57 am
    Here are links to two very insightful New York Times articles. They both focus on how the human body can endure long distance exercise and still remain injury free. Long distance exercise can become complicated when the body starts to fatigue. When muscles tire out, proper form is compromised which can lead to injury. Some people may feel that the human body isn't meant for long duration exercise because of all the harmful risks.These risks of injury can be prevented if you listen to your body. Distinguishing between the difference of joint pain and muscle pain is the first step. If your…

  • Bodies- Check'em out!!... No, seriously

    Benjamin Kessel
    29 Oct 2009 | 6:40 am
    There are two different ways you can work out these days. One way is to do your exercises and finish them as quickly as possible, which is basically just "going through the motions". The other way is to take some time, focus on each muscle moving, and understand how your body works together. This is better than just "going through the motions" because you can engage your muscles more efficiently for a better work out.I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to go to the Bodies exhibit this past weekend with a good friend of mine (also a fantastic client and triathlete). The bodies exhibit…

  • Core Muscles-- they don't just stem from abdominal crunches

    Benjamin Kessel
    23 Oct 2009 | 1:15 pm
    Plank, Side Plank, Bridges, Trunk Twists ... These are all Core Muscle exercises that engage a lot more than just your rectus abdominis . There are many muscles that require activation if you want to train your "true core". Your "true core" is comprised of various muscles such as the transverse abdominis, external obliques, internal obliques, rectus abdominis, multifidus, erector spinae, quadratus lumborum, which are surrounded by supporting muscles (psoas major, psoas minor, glutes and more). The benefits of core training exceed much more than a flat stomach or defined 6 pack. Core strength…

  • Prevent a New Year Resolution!

    Benjamin Kessel
    1 Oct 2009 | 4:44 am
    --Much apologies for the posting delay of this blog. Priority Fitness' move was a lot more demanding than expected. Thanks for waiting. Ok, enjoy!--We have all turned a corner. Summer is now over. Yeah, I said it. Some of us still may be in denial... but it's the truth. The transition from long sunny days to longer, colder nights is now in effect. It's ok. We've all been through this before. But there's a catch... We are about to hit a change in our lifestyles. As the weather gets colder, and the days become shorter, we naturally stay indoors more. Even the types of food that we eat differ.

  • The Muscles Behind the Tour de France

    Benjamin Kessel
    22 Jul 2009 | 6:35 am
    I rarely watch TV these days. I have nothing against it, I just haven't made the time to watch it. That is, until the Tour de France started this year... What an amazing example of pure (for some not always pure) athletic talent. Despite the controversy of steroids and blood doping, the use of certain muscle fiber types is represented so well. We have two main types of muscle fibers Type I (slow twitch) fibers, and Type II (fast twitch fibers). Type I fibers are used for repetitive, long endurance activity. They don't fatigue very easily and make the body seem leaner. Type II fibers are used…
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  • What Happens With Pre-Stress During Competition?

    Joe
    10 Nov 2009 | 8:56 am
    It’s common knowledge that stress can both help and hurt one’s performance.  The extent that stress actual affects you is based on physiological components and how well you can cope.  This post will examine this issue from an evidence based approach. // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // [...]

  • Genetics & Psychology in Sports

    Joe
    2 Nov 2009 | 5:07 am
    Genetic engineering in sports is becoming a more popular issues in the fitness/performance world.  One area that is not being discussed with this issue is the psychological concerns for the athlete and even the fan.  Knowing that individuals may be genetic enhanced would put a different perspective on cheating.  How would we now define [...]

  • Using Virtual Reality To Improve Performance

    Joe
    27 Oct 2009 | 9:39 am
    Video games are just to waste time anymore.  As technology improves it is important to begin to understand the potential uses of virtual reality.  Virtual reality (VR) has been used for therapeutic purposes for years.  Most commonly it is used for anxiety disorders such as PTSD and phobias. “The advantages of this technology are that unlike [...]

  • Some Baseball Playoff Notes

    Joe
    21 Oct 2009 | 10:33 am
    Playoffs, or any type of potentially high stress situation, lead individuals down different paths.  A story came out about how Manny Ramirez went to the showers after being taken out of the game.  There was still more baseball to be played and he didn’t care to see the end.  He only realized that they lost [...]

  • What Do These Words Mean & Why Are You YELLING?

    Joe
    13 Oct 2009 | 9:34 am
    Halftime speeches are a staple of American football.  They are there to pump up the team when they are losing, to motivate them to finish the job when they are winning, or to refocus the team when things are getting out of control.  They usually involve one or more people yelling or speaking passionately (sometimes [...]
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  • The Times

    Benjamin Kessel
    13 Nov 2009 | 4:57 am
    Here are links to two very insightful New York Times articles. They both focus on how the human body can endure long distance exercise and still remain injury free. Long distance exercise can become complicated when the body starts to fatigue. When muscles tire out, proper form is compromised which can lead to injury. Some people may feel that the human body isn't meant for long duration exercise because of all the harmful risks.These risks of injury can be prevented if you listen to your body. Distinguishing between the difference of joint pain and muscle pain is the first step. If your…

  • Bodies- Check'em out!!... No, seriously

    Benjamin Kessel
    29 Oct 2009 | 6:40 am
    There are two different ways you can work out these days. One way is to do your exercises and finish them as quickly as possible, which is basically just "going through the motions". The other way is to take some time, focus on each muscle moving, and understand how your body works together. This is better than just "going through the motions" because you can engage your muscles more efficiently for a better work out.I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to go to the Bodies exhibit this past weekend with a good friend of mine (also a fantastic client and triathlete). The bodies exhibit…

  • Core Muscles-- they don't just stem from abdominal crunches

    Benjamin Kessel
    23 Oct 2009 | 1:15 pm
    Plank, Side Plank, Bridges, Trunk Twists ... These are all Core Muscle exercises that engage a lot more than just your rectus abdominis . There are many muscles that require activation if you want to train your "true core". Your "true core" is comprised of various muscles such as the transverse abdominis, external obliques, internal obliques, rectus abdominis, multifidus, erector spinae, quadratus lumborum, which are surrounded by supporting muscles (psoas major, psoas minor, glutes and more). The benefits of core training exceed much more than a flat stomach or defined 6 pack. Core strength…

  • Prevent a New Year Resolution!

    Benjamin Kessel
    1 Oct 2009 | 4:44 am
    --Much apologies for the posting delay of this blog. Priority Fitness' move was a lot more demanding than expected. Thanks for waiting. Ok, enjoy!--We have all turned a corner. Summer is now over. Yeah, I said it. Some of us still may be in denial... but it's the truth. The transition from long sunny days to longer, colder nights is now in effect. It's ok. We've all been through this before. But there's a catch... We are about to hit a change in our lifestyles. As the weather gets colder, and the days become shorter, we naturally stay indoors more. Even the types of food that we eat differ.

  • The Muscles Behind the Tour de France

    Benjamin Kessel
    22 Jul 2009 | 6:35 am
    I rarely watch TV these days. I have nothing against it, I just haven't made the time to watch it. That is, until the Tour de France started this year... What an amazing example of pure (for some not always pure) athletic talent. Despite the controversy of steroids and blood doping, the use of certain muscle fiber types is represented so well. We have two main types of muscle fibers Type I (slow twitch) fibers, and Type II (fast twitch fibers). Type I fibers are used for repetitive, long endurance activity. They don't fatigue very easily and make the body seem leaner. Type II fibers are used…
 
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  • Thanksgiving Week Fat Loss

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:15 pm
    Happy Thanksgiving week to my American friends.   This week, I'm giving you a new bodyweight workout program that you can do WITHOUT any equipment.   Anytime, anywhere.  Perfect for the holiday season.   Click here for the bodyweight abs workout   Plus, you'll get...   - The 300 Abs Workout (Intermediate level) - Surprising research on how money can motivate you to transform your

  • Bodyweight Workout & Simple Nutrition Tip

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:32 pm
    Had dinner with a good buddy of mine last night and he said, like most people, that he was getting way off track with his nutrition on the weekend... ...so make sure you plan ahead to have the right food available for meal times, plan out your "cheat/reward" meals, and remember this: The harsh TRUTH is... "If its in your house, you're going to eat it." So get rid of the junk, and don't let

  • Get Lean and Jacked Workout B

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:18 am
    I love putting together the TT Meathead programs and here's:Get Lean and Jacked Workout BIf you get bored following traditional workouts, but hate to sacrifice results just for the sake of variety, then this is one workout you will want to follow. In this workout you will use kettlebells, bodyweight, and barbells fused together into supersets and circuits to deliver a super fast and ultra

  • Bodyweight Workout & Filming

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:22 pm
    Last around midnight we finished up 3 hours of filming the beginner portion of the Turbulence Training Express workouts...3 more hours tonight...dang! We'll be filming the advanced portion. I earned my cashew butter and blueberry sandwich on flax bread midnight snack. Earlier today, I had a blender drink: 1 banana, blueberries, raspberries, almond milk, pumpkin seed butter, walnuts, spinach.

  • Nutrition Challenge

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:49 am
    Just did a short interval training workout outside in the fresh fall air. having a bowl of dorset cereals "nutty muesli" with almond milk. Big TT filming session tonight - putting together the December workout of the month - a 15-minute workout program (beginner and advanced versions). Earlier today I had a big salad: spinach, onion, orange and green peppers, broccoli, salsa, tomato, avocado and
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  • Ironman Dreaming

    Jamie
    4 Nov 2009 | 6:49 pm
    It has only been 2.5 weeks since my last race and my race mojo tank is already filling up! I’ve been giving my body plenty of TLC in the form of good food, yoga, stretching and self massage. I knew for sure that my training mojo was coming back when I had a dream/nightmare about racing a tri with some of my blogger buddies, got my bike stolen and frantically ran around my home town in Connecticut trying to find it. I think my legs miss my bike and are trying to convince me to hop back on. I’m still sticking with my “purposeful nothingness” training plan for another…

  • First Endurance Joins The Trakkers Family

    Jamie
    29 Oct 2009 | 7:19 pm
    With the offseason in full swing, lots of 2010 planning is still in motion. A major part of that is making plans for my involvement with Rev3 and Trakkers for 2010. There  is more news in the works that I will share when the time is ready, but I just got the green light being able to make our first big announcement. First Endurance signed on to Team Trakkers as our official nutrition nutrition sponsor! I’m brand new to the company, but I’m digging their philosophy: “Our goal is to have 100% of our members finish Ironman with no cramps, no bonk and no gastric…

  • Purposeful Nothingness

    Jamie
    27 Oct 2009 | 6:13 pm
    Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the offseason. The fun part is that I’m taking it just as seriously as my mid-season peak training. After Timberman and then cramming in lots of run training for Ragnar, I was pretty beat up and worn out. During August and September, I was itching to race every single weekend. It is all I wanted to do: beat up my body and challenge the clock. Now, things couldn’t be any more opposite. I barely have any motivation to work out, and I love it. I’m milking every single day of it. Normally my schedule outside of work is filled with lots of…

  • Gifts From The Big Island

    Jamie
    19 Oct 2009 | 5:46 pm
    Today I’ve decided that Hawaii might be the nicest state. First Bree Wee helped me out with my career as a spinning instructor before we even met and now Jason Lester sent me some sweet swag from this year’s Ironman World Championship. I came home from work today to see a package with a with a Kona return address. Ta-Da! It may be decades before I’m ever able to claw my way into racing Kona, but at least I have a sweet water bottle to motivate me to keep going until that day comes. I know, only a major geek would get all psyched about a water bottle. Right? Lame. Oh well. I…

  • Amica Half Marathon Relay Race Report

    Jamie
    18 Oct 2009 | 5:21 pm
    One word: Epic. It all started when Sam’s aunt signed up for the Amica Half Marathon in Newport, RI to celebrate being cancer-free for 10 years. To show our support along the way, a group of us (Sam’s parents, uncle and I) decided to do the marathon relay that went along the same course at the same time. Looking at the weather forecast, it was supposed to be pretty cold and rainy, so I tested out some race outfit options. This was one of my favorites (except I obviously  be racing in jeans). The tri top/arm sleeve combo is the best combination of ridiculous and bad-ass.
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    Stefan Pinto's PintoFactory

  • Video Interview with Naughty Americans’ Dallas Dolly on Fantasies and Role Models

    Stefan Pinto
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:36 pm
    Dallas Dolly believes fantasies are timeless, with no end date, “your body may age, but your mind is always you — for the rest of your life.” Dallas Dolly is the hot voice behind the NaughtyAmericans.com, a site Harpers Bazzar recommends as the little naughty in each of us “needs to be explored.” Being no stranger to shock and surprise, Dallas Dolly believes that fantasies save marriages, “you really need to be with someone that understands your fantasies and doesn’t judge, but instead makes it fun.” On her blog, she muses on monogamy and whether it is outdated, why…

  • Toxic Home: 4 Hush-Hush Harmful Products You Use Everyday

    Stefan Pinto
    15 Nov 2009 | 12:56 pm
    Common, everyday household items contain chemicals that are harmful and dangerous to our health. Although governing authorities relentlessly advise that these chemicals are “safe in low doses,” more and more evidence seems to suggest — even advise — otherwise. Products that contain BPA, phthalates and PBDEs are prevalent in body washes, deodorants, children’s toys, perfumes, body and hand lotions, automobile interiors, shower curtains and hundreds of other ordinary household products. A national study has now revealed these chemicals present in the blood and urine samples of…

  • 5 Common Junk Foods You Thought Weren’t

    Stefan Pinto
    3 Nov 2009 | 11:23 am
    When you think junk food, what comes to mind? McDonald’s and Pop Tarts? Try again. Granola, yogurt, protein and juice are everyday foods we associate with health, diet and weight loss, but lurking under the wrapper is excessive sugar content, saturated fats and mysterious ingredients with little or no nutritional value — collectively making up what is commonly referred to as “junk food.” The ten common offenders: 1. Granola bars Oligofructose, sorbitan, monosterate, polysorbate 60, sodium caseinate, FD&C Red 40, dextrose, lactate pentahydrate. And now, the ingredients you’ve…

  • Six Pack Abs: a Combination of Genetics, Diet and Exercise

    Stefan Pinto
    30 Oct 2009 | 8:26 am
    © 2009 Stefan Pinto and PintoFactory “How do I get a six pack?” is quite possibly the most commonly asked question when it comes to working out, and according to fitness guru, Paul Chek, “Most people working for a washboard six pack abs stomach are making one or more major mistakes in their application.” Check authored How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy, and asserts that “for the body to reduce fat content enough to actually appreciate the muscles you’ve worked so hard to show off, it has to be absolutely convinced that you can safely get by with a low body fat percentage.” As the…

  • Are You Talking to the Fifth Guy? Fact: 4 Out of 5 People Wash their Hands

    Stefan Pinto
    29 Oct 2009 | 10:55 am
    “One of the curses of American society is the simple act of shaking hands,” Donald Trump wrote in, Comeback. And, every time someone shakes my hand, I can’t help but wonder if they washed theirs. Flu Germs Can Live for Up to Eight Hours “The backseat of a taxi; the pole in the subway; the keyboard on an ATM; bathrooms; phones; elevator buttons, there are germs everywhere,” said Dr. Philip Tierno, Director of Clinical Microbiology and Immunology at New York University Medical Center. “The worst are ATMs and don’t ask about the money… they are teaming with growth.” In…
 
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  • What Happens With Pre-Stress During Competition?

    Joe
    10 Nov 2009 | 8:56 am
    It’s common knowledge that stress can both help and hurt one’s performance.  The extent that stress actual affects you is based on physiological components and how well you can cope.  This post will examine this issue from an evidence based approach. // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // < ![CDATA[ // [...]

  • Genetics & Psychology in Sports

    Joe
    2 Nov 2009 | 5:07 am
    Genetic engineering in sports is becoming a more popular issues in the fitness/performance world.  One area that is not being discussed with this issue is the psychological concerns for the athlete and even the fan.  Knowing that individuals may be genetic enhanced would put a different perspective on cheating.  How would we now define [...]

  • Using Virtual Reality To Improve Performance

    Joe
    27 Oct 2009 | 9:39 am
    Video games are just to waste time anymore.  As technology improves it is important to begin to understand the potential uses of virtual reality.  Virtual reality (VR) has been used for therapeutic purposes for years.  Most commonly it is used for anxiety disorders such as PTSD and phobias. “The advantages of this technology are that unlike [...]

  • Some Baseball Playoff Notes

    Joe
    21 Oct 2009 | 10:33 am
    Playoffs, or any type of potentially high stress situation, lead individuals down different paths.  A story came out about how Manny Ramirez went to the showers after being taken out of the game.  There was still more baseball to be played and he didn’t care to see the end.  He only realized that they lost [...]

  • What Do These Words Mean & Why Are You YELLING?

    Joe
    13 Oct 2009 | 9:34 am
    Halftime speeches are a staple of American football.  They are there to pump up the team when they are losing, to motivate them to finish the job when they are winning, or to refocus the team when things are getting out of control.  They usually involve one or more people yelling or speaking passionately (sometimes [...]
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  • Pre-Holiday WOD: Kettlebell/Hill Sprint/Bodyweight Pyramid That Kicks Butt

    Sincere
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:27 am
    The holidays are right around the corner. However, I’m not worried, and neither should you. We have kick-butt training like the following, so tell Aunt Annie Mae to put down the sweet potato pie & come “Get Some Of This!” 1a. Kettlebell Clean & Press 1b. Hill Sprint x 25-50 yards 1c. Burpees (at top of the hill) 1d. [...]

  • Houston’s Premier Fitness BootCamp & Underground Training For Fat Loss

    Sincere
    20 Oct 2009 | 12:38 pm
    Folks always ask what we do in our fitness bootcamp and what makes us different than the gazillion bootcamps in Houston (especially in our park location). Trust me, it’s not just about the workouts (because, we don’t workout…we play). It’s not just about the tools we use (it seems like everyone is trying to go [...]

  • The Last “Warrior’s” Supper: Before The Urbanathlon in Chicago

    Sincere
    16 Oct 2009 | 7:52 pm
    The warriors of Team AM celebrate months of preparation for the Men’s Health Urbanathlon. This is our dinner the night before the race. It has been an honor to train with these strong men, and I look forward to sharing this experience with them again, very soon. I am extremely proud of their efforts, and ability [...]

  • Behind The Scenes of Mike Mahler’s “Kettlebell Training in the Age of Quarrel” Seminar in Santa Monica

    Sincere
    15 Oct 2009 | 12:14 am
    I know I’ve been M.I.A. for a few days. However, I spent last weekend attending one of the best kettlebell-centered seminars, during my career as a strength & conditioning coach. While, I finally just received the feeling in my legs, and the full body soreness has subsided, I am still ridning high from the energy [...]

  • How To Eat & Snack Healthy Like A “Road” Warrior

    Sincere
    8 Oct 2009 | 8:04 pm
    Making the right food choices, that fit “your” program, while on the road, does not have to be that hard. You just have to do your due diligence. In this video, I am in Cali, attending Mike Mahler’s Kettlebells in the Age of Quarrel seminar, and just returned from a quick trip to a local [...]
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  • Hot yoga nightmare

    KLJ
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:49 am
    Last night I tried out a Bikram yoga class at a local Toronto studio. It has been about five years since my last Bikram experience, so I thought I would give it another go. The only thing I really remember about the last time I did this type of yoga was that I got a [...]

  • Back at Core Studio

    KLJ
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:08 am
    I finally took the plunge and signed up for an 8 week Pilates boot camp at Core Studio. Parting with $200 last night was a bit sad, but when you break it down $25 per 70 minute class is pretty reasonable for a reformer based Pilates class. The class size is also really small (5 [...]

  • Life is too short for the treadmill

    KLJ
    15 Nov 2009 | 1:42 pm
    As I was walking by Lululemon today I stopped and paused when I saw their new window display. Yes I was admiring their new line of winter clothing, but I also liked the message they had on the window - Life is too short for the treadmill. I would go a step further and add the words [...]

  • A little fusion to start my weekend

    KLJ
    14 Nov 2009 | 12:30 pm
    As soon as I entered the Shas Yoga and Pilates studio this morning I felt like I was in a smaller version of my beloved Core Studio. Very modern, clean and soothing atmosphere. It turns out the founders of Shas and Core Studio did their Pilates teacher training together.   The Fusion class I took was taught [...]

  • Circuit 60 at Track Fitness

    KLJ
    11 Nov 2009 | 12:22 pm
    Oh. my. god. That is pretty much what is going through my mind after taking a Circuit 60 class at Track Fitness. Having a day off during the work week is a rare treat and one of the things that I love do when this happens is to take a daytime fitness class. There is just [...]
 
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  • A No-BS Approach to Looking Great Naked

    JC
    18 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm
    Last month was the one-year mark for JCDFitness. Time really seems to fly by doesn’t it? Over the last year I have become somewhat acquainted with a few in the fitness field who have been a big influence on my philosophy. Thanks to this website I have been able to connect with them on [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessA No-BS Approach to Looking Great Naked

  • Get Jacked – The Muscle Building Guide for Skinny Guys Part II

    JC
    9 Nov 2009 | 11:35 am
    Image Credit:  d_vdm Last week I discussed the way you need to eat in order to turn yourself into the un-skinny guy.  Now knowing how to eat is all fine and dandy but without some sort of training involved, the extra kcals are not going to be partitioned in your favor; that is unless you want [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessGet Jacked – The Muscle Building Guide for Skinny Guys Part II

  • Eat More Sammiches – The Muscle Building Guide for Skinny Guys Part I

    JC
    2 Nov 2009 | 12:03 am
    Image Credit: garritron Alright, I did some searching online, trying to find a really good guide for the skinny guys interested in building muscle.  While I found some decent stuff, most of it was pseudo-intellectual bullshit, making things more complicated than they needed to be.  I even found a few articles on getting abs for a [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessEat More Sammiches – The Muscle Building Guide for Skinny Guys Part I

  • The Former Fat Boy Syndrome

    JC
    19 Oct 2009 | 12:59 am
    Image Credit:  d_vdm I must admit I am a FFB (Former Fat Boy).  I am willing to bet many of the guys reading this were FFB’s.  As a FFB I know we tend to think our metabolisms are subpar or we can’t build muscle efficiently due to our endomorphic proportions.  This is what’s known as the [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessThe Former Fat Boy Syndrome

  • How Sustainable Is Your Diet Approach?

    JC
    11 Oct 2009 | 11:09 pm
    Photo Credit: April Greer ……….. Model: Jen Turnbull About six weeks back, I received an email from a female who has been strength training for the last 5 years.  She started when she was an overweight, out of shape college graduate who had added quite a few pounds since starting her new 9-5 desk job.  After [...]Post from JC at JCD FitnessHow Sustainable Is Your Diet Approach?
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  • How Do You Make Brussel Sprouts Taste Good?

    jennifer
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:05 pm
    Hey there! So what happens when you work 10 hour days Monday-Thursday?  You spend your Fridays running all of the errands that you would have during the week. Yes, that is exactly what I did today, I ran errands for practically the entire day. After an awesome outdoor 4-mile run, I chomped on a hearty bowl of Honeynut Cheerios… I really want to get some new dishes to jazz up my food pictures. But quite honestly, I have so much dishware that it’s hard to justify spending money to buy more. And I really don’t have much more space to put it. Post-breakfast, it was off to: Post Office —…

  • Vote For Your Favorite Cooking/Food Magazine!

    jennifer
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:17 pm
    Hi All! I don’t know about you but today seemed to go by so SLOW! This is sort of our “slow season” at work, or rather a slower season. People are starting to go on vacation, some are working from home. As a result, it’s been very quiet at the office and the hours just seem to drag by. Luckily, I always have work to keep me busy, but when I see everyone else taking vacations or chatting with coworkers to pass the time, it’s hard to focus on work.  Anyway, my day started with a great run on the treadmill. I tried to do a split — 1/2 treadmill, 1/2 running outside, but when I…

  • A Theme For Holiday Decorating

    jennifer
    18 Nov 2009 | 8:43 pm
    Hey out there in Bloggerland! Hope all is well. I just came back from a whirlwind shopping excursion. In just 1 1/2 hours, I went to 4 stores, including Target. But, before I get to the shopping details, I want to tell you about the awesome dinner I had… Scott made mesquite-rubbed chicken with crisp green beans. But, the real star of the show was the spinach risotto! He browned the rice just right which gave the whole dish a ton of flavor, plus adding spinach was a great way to get more veggies into the meal, and add a little color to the risotto. As far as the recipe, we just follow the…

  • The Thanksgiving Spirit

    jennifer
    17 Nov 2009 | 7:45 pm
    Hi There! And now, the moment you’ve all been waiting for…the Winner of the Running With Cake Explorer’s Bounty Giveaway is: #5 Christy from SweetiePotato. Christy wrote: my favorite type of organic chocolate is newman’s own… i’ve had the espresso dark chocolate and it was amazing! anything with a little bit of coffee flavor (especially chocolate) is fantastic, in my opinion  Thank you to Christy and all of those who entered my first giveaway. And a special thank you to all of those who gave me great ideas for organic chocolate! I’m hoping to do a few more giveaways before the…

  • Last Chance For The Explorer’s Bounty Giveaway!

    jennifer
    17 Nov 2009 | 2:26 pm
    Don’t forget to enter Running With Cake’s first giveaway for a load of Explorer’s Bounty organic goodies! Enter by 9 PM Eastern tonight and I will announce the winner shortly thereafter. Good luck!
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  • Deadly Holiday Drinks, Acai Berry Scams and Seasonal Weight Gain Survival Guide

    Mike OD
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:41 am
    Here is the holiday time of year. Where people are running around shopping, going to social gatherings, and unfortunately adding on some extra pounds. Why wait till New Years to make some promise to lose weight when you can get back in control right now? Here’s some simple things to be aware of and a free survival guide at the end to keep you on track during the holidays. Do You Know What You Are Really Drinking? One of the deadliest calorie bombs around the holidays comes from sources that most people won’t even count, that being what you drink. Yes sad to say that drinks also…

  • The Truth on How Much Protein You Really Need Per Day to Build Muscle

    Mike OD
    9 Nov 2009 | 8:59 pm
    How much protein do you REALLY need per day to build muscle? Chances are that you may be actually overeating. But how much is enough to help maintain and build muscle?  Is there a limit per meal that the body can use? Lets get started with 2 more recent studies that currently have many high protein eating bodybuilding communities panicking….. Six healthy young men reported to the laboratory on 5 separate occasions to perform an intense bout of leg-based resistance exercise. After exercise, participants consumed, in a randomized order, drinks containing 0, 5, 10, 20, or 40g whole egg…

  • Cooking With Antonio From Healthy Urban Kitchen And A FREE Giveaway

    skustes
    2 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    Alright, we have two little fun things today. First, it’s recipe time. But I want to give you all something different than the regular old recipe in a PDF. So I talked to Antonio at Healthy Urban Kitchen about putting together a cooking video showing you all how to actually put together one of his recipes. He grabbed the beautiful Donna Sonkin to put together this video for you, exclusively for Fitness Spotlight readers. (The password is “cooking”.) Fitness Spotlight Cooking Video from Antonio Valladares on Vimeo. For those wanting a run-down, here are the things that Donna…

  • How Our Modern Lifestyle Causes Vitamin And Mineral Deficiencies

    skustes
    27 Oct 2009 | 5:00 am
    Lately, I’ve been collecting articles with a theme, mostly accidentally. I was glancing through my list of articles and noticed that I had come across several studies on vitamin and mineral deficiencies. That got me to thinking about why there are so many nutrient deficiencies today. What is it about our lifestyle that is causing this? I can’t imagine that evolution would have allowed our species to thrive as it has were this a regular occurrence over the past few million years, so I’m assuming it’s a fairly recent occurrence. So why not look at them all together and…

  • Links: Modern Man is a Wimp, Meet Mrs Grok, and Debunking Cholesterol

    Mike OD
    22 Oct 2009 | 6:39 am
    We have been busy around here (and have many more things coming down the pipeline as well), so here’s just a quick recap of the new/coming soon updates at Fitness Spotlight. Also are some links to other articles (and videos) from around the web worth taking a look at. News and Updates Yep…we are at it again. If you are on the main site you may notice a new look. We have taken your feedback and cleaned up to have the info you need with no clutter. Also you will notice down the bottom we will always be rotating in 4 random posts (every time you refresh or go to a new page) from all…
 
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    The Home Fitness Revolution

  • Type 2 Diabetes: Are You At Risk?

    Timothy Carter
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm
    The prevalence of adult-onset type 2 diabetes has been increasing rapidly over the past several years. Some even consider the type 2 diabetes increase to be an epidemic in the United States. However, it is possible to delay or prevent diabetes by knowing your individual risk. Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factors Age – Type 2 diabetes usually develops gradually and is typically diagnosed after age 40, particularly in people who are overweight. Family History – If someone in your immediate family has type 2 diabetes, you are more likely to eventually develop the disease yourself. Blood…

  • 21 Universal Rewards of Exercise

    Timothy Carter
    31 Oct 2009 | 2:26 pm
    The number one reason that most people are out-of-shape is that they don’t exercise enough. I’ve often wished that I could give each and every one of you a personalized pep talk to get you up off the couch and into the gym, day after day. So here’s my pep talk in bullet form – 21 rewards that you will gain from regular exercise. Do yourself a favor and print this list and post it where you’ll see it every day. When you need motivation or encouragement simply read over this list and feel your motivation soar. 1.You’ll reset your body: Exercise has been…

  • Jeremy Camp and Natalie Grant Doing P90X

    Timothy Carter
    27 Sep 2009 | 7:06 pm
    Image via Wikipedia Last week I put together a list of More Athletes and Hollywood Celebrities Love P90X. I ended up finding two more people who are doing P90X this week…Christian singers Jeremy Camp and Natalie Grant. Jeremy Camp admitted on Twitter that he was really sore after starting P90X. And then today I see that Natalie Grant posted on her blog that said, I Hate Working Out! because she started doing the P90X workouts with Jeremy while on tour. Accompanied that blog post was some video footage of them doing P90X she posted on YouTube of her and Jeremy Camp doing a P90X workout.

  • Get P90X Peak Results

    Timothy Carter
    24 Sep 2009 | 3:55 am
    A while back I wrote about how You Can Buy The P90X Workout DVD For Cheap. I mentioned that there were certain basics you needed to do P90X. The P90X Workout DVDs obviously. LOL The P90X Pull-up Bar and Resistance Bands were foundational to doing the workouts. Around the same time last year I wrote another post, What Do You Need For The P90X Workout …because I needed to break down the essentials needed to get started with P90X and what specifically to get because there wasn’t a package designed for what was needed that you could just click a single button and I was getting so many…

  • [Tony Horton Laws of Fitness] List of Eleven Laws of Lifetime Fitness

    Timothy Carter
    23 Sep 2009 | 1:50 pm
    A few weeks ago, I finished a series of blog posts of Tony Horton called, 11 Laws for a Lifetime of Fitness. I figured that I should put a list of them together for reference in one place…so, here it is! 1.) Variety Variety is the spice of life and fitness. A lifetime of health and fitness is achievable when you can think outside the box. You have to mix it up all the time. Stay curious, creative, and stick with the kinds of workouts that you enjoy. A variety of exercises, workouts, and sports will allow you to avoid injuries, plateaus, and boredom. 2.) Consistency Improvement and…
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  • Consistency is the truest measure of performance.

    20 Nov 2009 | 11:25 pm
    Consistency is the truest measure of performance. Almost anyone can have a great day or even a good year, but true success is the ability to perform day in and day out, year after year, under all kinds of conditions. Inconsistency will win some of the time; consistency will win most of the time: Consistency requires concentration, determination, and repetition. To be at your best all the time,

  • Arnold Schwarzenegger's Secret Supplement

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:42 pm
    Want to know Arnold Schwarzenegger's secret?  Here it is:

  • Burn the Fat Holiday Challenge Contest

    19 Nov 2009 | 11:52 pm
    Needs some extra motivation to get in shape?  Maybe you should try Tom Venuto's Burn the Fat Holiday Contest. Winners and Prize Packages Overall winners to be chosen based on greatest body composition improvement in 50 days: judged based on body composition numbers (weight, body fat, lean body mass), visual appearance (before and after photographs) and transformation essay (each component 1/3

  • Stop Smoking Ash Tray

    19 Nov 2009 | 7:43 am
    This ash tray gives a nice visual.

  • The Flu Vaccine/Dystonia Controversy

    19 Nov 2009 | 6:44 am
    You may have seen this video floating around about Desiree Jennings, a 28 year old cheerleader who reportedly had a reaction to the flu vaccine: I did a little research and here's what I came up with: The movements and symptoms that Ms. Jennings displays on the public videos I have seen (linked to above) are not compatible with the diagnosis of dystonia, or any other movement disorder.
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  • The Low Fat Lie - Why You Must Eat Fat To Lose Fat

    Lose Fat At Work
    2 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    Hey! I hope you’re having a great time getting in shape, burning away that body fat and generally living life to it’s fullest. Today I want to share with you another video that I recently recorded that busts a commonly accepted diet myth way out of the water. It’s one of those widely accepted ‘truths’ that really are just complete nonsense, and as you know, I’m on a mission to read the world of all of the lies and untruths that we are fed about fat loss. So without further ado, here is my take on one of the biggest myths around - the idea that you have to…

  • Nutrient Timing - The ONLY Times To Eat Carbs If You Want To Lose Fat

    Lose Fat At Work
    18 Sep 2009 | 10:02 am
    One of the trickiest aspects of losing fat is knowing how to manipulate carbs the RIGHT way in your diet. And that means that not only do you need to know the right kind of carbs to eat, but you also need to know the right time to eat them. Last week we talked about the right kind of carbs, so this week I want to talk more about when to eat them - otherwise known as nutrient timing. Check out the video below where I spill the beans about it all: So there you go. If you want to lose fat, you must restrict carbs to ONLY those two times during the day: First thing in the morning Immediately…

  • FREE Audio Mp3 Download: Living The Fat Loss Lifestyle - Exercise, Nutrition, Motivation and Wellbeing Tips From Fat Loss Expert Scott Tousignant

    Lose Fat At Work
    14 Sep 2009 | 8:00 am
    Here’s The Biggest Mistake That People Make When It Comes To Losing Fat… They don’t turn their fat loss journey into an exploration of how they can improve themselves and their lifestyle all at once. Most people approach fat loss with the mindset that they have x amount of weight to lose in y amount of time and that’s all they care about. They have a narrow minded focus on simply losing weight, usually with the idea that they’ll have to slave and struggle and go through hell to make it happen. And by doing that, they’re missing the point entirely! One of…

  • The Spot Reduction Myth - Why You Can’t Lose Fat From Just One Part Of Your Body

    Lose Fat At Work
    7 Sep 2009 | 7:00 am
    If there’s one thing about fat loss that always annoys me, it’s the junk and lies that are perpetuated by the mainstream media. If you pick up just about any consumer magazine or book out there (with a few notable exceptions), you’re likely to find all manner of crap being spewed at you. Here are some examples: “Do crunches to lose belly fat” “Sit on that weird inner thigh machine to lose fat from the inside of your legs” “Do tiny isolation exercises like tricep kickbacks to tone up your arms” Lies, lies, LIES!!! All of it! I read this…

  • Fat Loss Nutrition Tips - Healthy And Delicious Alternatives To ‘Bad’ Carbs

    Lose Fat At Work
    3 Sep 2009 | 7:49 pm
    Everyone knows that you need to cut those refined and processed white carbs out of your die if you want to lose fat. But one problem that many people have is that they don’t know what foods to eat instead. If you want to lose fat but you love eating bread, pasta and rice and can’t imagine not having them in your diet then you need to check out this video. In this video I share: What exactly  ‘refined’ carbs are and why they are so bad for you A healthier (and tastier) alternative to regular bread that is also packed with protein The BEST substitute for white rice…
 
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  • Easy Clean And Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... Valerie Matyskiel... & Dan Boyle)
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:39 am
    One Week! One week till the official holiday madness begins Thanksgiving (here in the US)! And yet I feel like already it’s piling up… stores are stocked with their best red, greens, silvers, golds, you get it… and meal planning! What are you fixing Thursday for this years Turkey Day? Here are a few of my favorite easiest holiday recipes! Clean Eating Thanksgiving Recipes 15 minute Cranberry Sauce Antioxidant Rich Cranberries! 1 bag ripe cranberries 1 1/2 cup water 1/2 tbsp honey 1/4 cup sugar In a sauce pan put in all ingredients. Heat on med-high and bring to a boil. Boil…

  • In The Magazines: 15 Minute Ab Workout

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... Valerie Matyskiel... & Dan Boyle)
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:03 am
    I was going through a my favorite magaizines this morning with the goal of finding something fun and maybe even a few sex tips of something for the holidays… but I came across this (of course it’s still fun though)… just not sexy. A recent magazine (Women’s Health) as posted an article giving a 15 minute ab workout that will give abs quick. Yes, I will agree that the exercises are pretty good but the big issue comes from the fact that to get abs you have to lose body fat. This doesn’t come from a 15 minute ab focused workout session. It comes from intense full…

  • Strength Train To Ward Off Alzheimer’s

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... Valerie Matyskiel... & Dan Boyle)
    17 Nov 2009 | 4:38 am
    A new report was just released out into the world… bringing the score to: Weight training- 1,562,111,457 and Laziness-0 In US News yesterday they released new research showing that strength training may help to prevent or decrease odds of getting Alzheimer’s disease. This is still in its infancy of research but it’s pretty cool. We already know that the disease messes with the sufferer’s cognitive mind but now it might seem as if muscle strength is affected as well as one of the possible first signs of the terrible disease. According to US News: Among the 900 older…

  • Chocolate, Shoes And Women’s Fitness

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... Valerie Matyskiel... & Dan Boyle)
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:30 am
    I am so excited Dan and I just finished up our first podcast. This is a great way to start your week off… get the latest hot topics in health and fitness and it’s a fun way to get to know us more. Reebok EasyTones Fitness Podcast #1 In this podcast learn why if you eating chocolate is not only good for you, it could help everyone around you be happy too… plus learn about the newest trend in shoes to burn more calories, tone your butt and legs Eat up to help yourself and others! during the day… and much more! Just listen below and let us know what you want to hear or if…

  • Best Workout Music EVER

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... Valerie Matyskiel... & Dan Boyle)
    15 Nov 2009 | 3:25 pm
    Dan and I were jamming out to a few oldies but goodies last night and some great songs came on that are simply timeless for working out. If you’re getting fed up with the newest top hits that play over and over and over then just look back over the years in your itunes library and go back to what had you dancing around the house 5 years ago or even longer! Keep in mind the huge benefits of listening to music during your workout, of course it helps the time pass, it makes weird gym guys stay away, but it also has you working out at a more intense, higher calorie burn level than without!
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  • Green Smoothie Revolution

    Ingrid
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:05 pm
    With a growing understanding of its incredible health benefits, green smoothies are gaining the attention of health seekers and people who love the delicious taste of a smoothie. The raising popularity of the green smoothie is due in no small part to the dynamic work of Victoria Boutenko. Victoria Boutenko is a passionate advocate of healthy living and to me a mentor on the topic of green smoothies. She shares her knowledge and teaches nutritional classes and workshops around the world, helping people gain the knowledge to support optimum health. Green Smoothie Revolution is the much…

  • Shiitake Sushi

    Ingrid
    16 Nov 2009 | 3:54 pm
    This was lunch today. There was some advance prep work done so making these wasn’t too time consuming. I made the “raw” jicama rice three days earlier, and this morning I marinated the shiitake mushrooms. Mmm, I just love the rich woody flavor and meaty texture of these mushrooms. When it was almost time for lunch, I started gathering the goodies. I pulled the jicama rice from the fridge to bring it to room temperature, and then about a half hour later had fun making… Shiitake Sushi Rice 3 medium jicama, peeled, roughly chopped Process chopped jicama in a food…

  • Brian James Lucas aka Chef BeLive :: An Interview + Giveaway

    Ingrid
    13 Nov 2009 | 10:16 am
    Today is our lucky Friday for the “People” series. I am happy to interview one of the pioneers of the 90’s gourmet raw living cuisine movement and chef I admire, Brian James Lucas, who also is known as Chef BeLive. Brian infuses his raw vegan recipes with a lot of heart and personal style, he is indeed a culinary artist. If you have ever read the title of one of his recipes, that alone is enough to send you into a hunger spell, just imagine tasting his creations. Currently, Brian is working on opening a raw restaurant in the Los Angeles area, that will offer raw vegan…

  • Eating For Pleasure

    Ingrid
    10 Nov 2009 | 9:44 am
    Written by Mila Ilina We know that eating a raw diet is healthy with all its nutritional and healing benefits, but how often do we actually take the time to enjoy eating raw foods? Ever think to yourself, “If only I could just get used to the taste of greens”? Luckily, there are many wonderful ways to delight our senses and satisfy the palate eating a healthy raw diet! Adding a dose of love and pleasure to the foods we eat can really complete the experience! Here are a few ways to start enjoying healthy eating. Let’s start by… Connecting back to nature Getting a better sense of how…

  • Peppercorn :: Herb of the Month

    Ingrid
    5 Nov 2009 | 12:30 am
    Piper nigrum, Schinus molle or Schinus terebinthifolius, Piper longum Peppercorn is one of the most popular of spices. It is universal in appeal; a must have staple in any kitchen. When pepper runs low in our house I don’t know who gets to the store quicker, me or my husband, neither one of us can image eating without it. A pinch or more adds hot taste without the “heat”. We use pepper in every type of recipe imaginable. Varieties Here’s the breakdown: Black, green, red, and white peppercorn are all from the same flowering vine plant, Piper Nigrum. Green peppercorn is…
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  • Happy 1st Birthday Fat Loss By Eating What You Want!

    nctrower
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:54 am
    Wow! I can’t believe that a whole year has passed since I started this fitness blog. I know that I should have a contest to celebrate but I just have so many other projects going on right now. So I just decided to write about what the past year has brought me in terms of my fitness goals. Yes, the resources featured here on this blog are all catalysts that have helped me to lose my belly fat, trim my thighs, and tone my arms again. My results didn’t come from some magic pill or a fad diet. My results are from a focused nutrition plan (eating supportive foods every 3-4 hours) with…

  • Interesting Belly Blasting Facts…

    nctrower
    13 Nov 2009 | 10:56 am
    As many of you know, I started this fitness blog with a specific focus on my belly fat. I have been a lean athlete all of my life and my beautiful kids ruined my perfectly flat belly. Since then I’ve been providing some of the best information that I’m using that has helped me to lose my belly fat. I ran across these facts from Jayson Hunter, a registered dietitian for over 10 years and owner of Prograde Nutrition. I am amazed at the wealth of information that I receive in regards to nutrition from him. Anyway, let’s get to today’s easy lesson. Check this out: -…

  • Fitness Blogger Twitter List

    nctrower
    10 Nov 2009 | 1:06 pm
    My friend and colleague, Denise Wakeman, a business and fitness blogger, jump started my idea for this post.  Twitter lists are the hottest new topic in the social media arena right now. I was honored to be included in her fitness twitter list. I am already huge fans of Craig Ballantyne and Holly Rigsby who she has included in her list. You will notice that I have a few of their articles featured here on Fat Loss By Eating What You Want. It is on my “To Do” list to check out the others that she has listed as well. Do you have any suggestions to add to this list? I would love to…

  • 3 Ways to Avoid The Cold & Flu Season

    nctrower
    30 Oct 2009 | 7:31 am
    Can you believe that it has been 2 years since I’ve had a cold or the flu? I have friends all around me that are getting sick (including my husband) and yet I still make it through the seasons with my health intact. What have I been doing to keep this streak alive for so long? 3 Ways to Avoid The Cold & Flu Season Drink More Water – It’s amazing how much water that our bodies really need which is so much more than the typical 8 glasses a day. That is a great start but we need a large intake of water to flush out all of the toxins and impurities out of our system. My goal…

  • MyNetDiary.com Best Fitness Phone Application

    nctrower
    15 Oct 2009 | 5:11 pm
    Need a way to keep track of your fitness on the go? MyNetDiary.com is one of the best fitness and weight loss phone apps that I’ve found that keeps track of my calorie counts, exercise regimen and body measurements. I’ve tried Calorie Counter and some other applications but MyNetDiary.com is the most comprehensive application for the Blackberry or Iphone. There is a food catalog (88,000 food database) to choose from various food types as well as an option to add in your custom foods. It is fast and easy to enter your foods and it stores previously entered food for you. The…
 
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  • Weekly Jokes & Something Special! – Part 3

    - Fit Jerk -
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:40 am
    What’s up everyone? Today we have another lil installment of funny shit that is bound to crack you up, giving you a hardcore ab workout. Before that though, be sure to check out my featured article Why You Shouldn’t Stick To Your Niche on menwithpens.ca. It’s a fellow Canadian site, so drop some comment love. The only thing is that their main editor (James) is a Habs fan, and I’m all about the leafs so make sure that in the comments you say: Go Leafs Go! On with the jokes…

  • Product Review: Power Pushup 3 By Lifeline USA

    - Fit Jerk -
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:30 pm
    Product Name: Power Pushup 3 Company: Lifeline USA MSRP: $39.95 Click To Check Lowest Prices Availability: Medium-Low (Lifeline & Other Websites) Warranty: 6 Months Ahh the all mighty pushup… it was the very first exercise I ever bothered to do extensively. This was mainly due to karate classes where I was driven to punch faster and harder than the bigger boys (which was most of them). Needless to say that after being able to do like 50 in a row, it just got boring, so that’s when I turned to the iron… and fell in love. Now, don’t get me wrong, I still incorporate body weight…

  • The Best Shoulder Exercise In The World

    - Fit Jerk -
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:13 pm
    The shoulder is an interesting joint. It’s construction allows your arm to have some serious ROM (range of motion) letting you to do some incredible shit. But then on the other hand, that also happens to be it’s downfall since biomechanically it’s a very vulnerable joint… it’s only surrounded by muscle at the top, under the armpit area there is nothing, which is why it’s so easy to injure and dislocate. Just look at football players… when they tackle, the ram their shoulders into the person, which (biomechnically) is the stupidest thing to do since there is no muscle under the…

  • Product Review: Manta Ray By Advanced Fitness Inc.

    - Fit Jerk -
    16 Nov 2009 | 9:15 am
    Product Name: Manta Ray Company: Advanced Fitness Inc. MSRP: $39.95 [Click Here To Check Lowest Prices!] Availability: Medium (Many Online Stores & Distributors) There is an old saying when it comes to weight training… and it goes like this: “If you don’t do squats, then you don’t know squat about working out!” And it’s actually pretty true. In the fitness community, there is a constant argument as who which is the “king” of all exercises… the squat or the dead-lift? Personally, I believe it’s the dead-lift but the squat comes in at a mighty second place. The odd thing…

  • Setting Goals Isnt Enough, You Need To Overcome Inner Conflicts!

    - Fit Jerk -
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:52 pm
    If there is one thing I’ve realized as a trainer and a coach… its that knowing techniques, tactics and theories is only a minor part of the equation. Sure, I can tell you HOW to drop the pounds. Sure, I can tell you how to gain some serious strength without forcing you to change weight classes and sure, I can tell you how pack on some muscle if need be, but that “how” only counts for 30… maybe 40% at BEST. The other 60-70% is all mental! Make no mistake about it. See, people know how to read information but they can’t get themselves to apply jack shit! We are in the age of…
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  • Insights on Cardiovascular Benefits of Omega-3

    Michelle Kruse
    14 Nov 2009 | 9:16 am
    We talk a lot about the cardiovascular benefits of omega-3, and for good reason! However, I thought I’d show everyone an article written by my eye doctor, Dr. Thomas Anderson, of Smithville Eye Center. Omega-3 has terrific benefits for your eye health. I discovered one of the benefits by accident. Several years ago, my contacts were bothering me so badly that I simply stopped wearing them. My eyes were so dry that my contacts were unbearable. Around the same time, I upped my omega-3 fish oil intake. All of a sudden, it didn’t hurt to wear my contacts. I really didn’t relate the two…

  • Tips For Traveling “Light”

    Michelle Kruse
    5 Nov 2009 | 9:52 am
    As I type this, I am sitting in the airport waiting to leave New Orleans. Happily, this is the first time I’ve ever left this town feeling well. In the city of excess everything, it’s hard to come away not feeling heavier, bloated, and worn out. What’s different? This time I made a conscious effort to eat well, avoid salty junk, and avoid smoky jazz joints and smoky restaurants. I traveled with my dietitian colleague, Sally Brown. That helped, too. My tips for traveling “light:” 1. BYOWP: Bring Your Own Whey Protein!!! CardioWhey comes in single serve packets…

  • Fall recipe favorite: pumpkin pancakes

    Michelle Kruse
    28 Oct 2009 | 11:25 am
    Download Michelle Kruse’s delicious pumpkin pancakes recipe for fall. A nutritional and tasty recipe that is kid-tested and approved! Download – Fall recipe favorite: pumpkin pancakes Suffix: CNP DC DrPH EdD LPN MD MPH PharmD RN First Name: Last Name: Email: Phone: Privacy Policy

  • Exercise and my Redbox love, find your own motivation to maintain an active lifestyle

    Michelle Kruse
    22 Oct 2009 | 1:49 pm
    Redbox Junkie, I don’t watch much TV, with the exception of Go Diego Go and Hannah Montana.  If it weren’t for The Office, I wouldn’t watch it at all.  I haven’t seen many movies since having kids – no time and I can’t stay awake long enough!  However, the constant rain and dark mornings are leaving me no choice but to hit the basement treadmill.  BORING!  I would rather run in sub freezing temperatures outdoors than have to do even 10 minutes on a treadmill.  During the winter, I have to have major motivation to stay on the treadmill. Last year, it was Sex and the City. …

  • Omega-3 fatty acids are key in America’s brainiest states

    Michelle Kruse
    15 Oct 2009 | 8:58 am
    And the Winner is….. A recent study was performed to discover which states were the top 10 “brainiest” states in the nation. Unfortunately, it looks like my home state of Missouri has a way to go. (I’m originally from Nebraska and they didn’t fare much better.) So who were the winners? The study determined that the following ten states have the healthiest brains: 1. Washington, D.C. 2. Maryland 3. Washington state 4. Vermont 5. Connecticut 6. Colorado 7. Massachusetts 8. New Jersey 9. Maine 10. New Hampshire Researchers reached their conclusion by devising a score based on over 21…
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  • How To Really Live a Happy, Healthy Life

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:15 am
    Normally I refuse to open the FWD: Fwd: Fwd: emails that normally inundate our inboxes. But for some reason I chose to look at an email from a new connection. I was quit humored by the video and entertained by the nature of the reversal of prescription drug medication. It’s recommending that we prescribe a drug for someone who is excessively happy and optimistic. But the reverse is definitely true. We would rather give someone a pill to help them feel better as opposed to having them exercise, eat right and feel better naturally. I wrote earlier about the health care reform, and stated…

  • Why is it Important to Train Power Correctly?

    admin
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:38 pm
    How does an individual slow down and accelerate or change directions so quickly? That is the beauty of speed, power,strength and stability all coming together to create, you guessed it AGILITY. At an instance the muscles of the body are firing to create the stability, muscles are shortening and their antagonists are lengthening. The bones are being placed at positive angles and the foot is properly planted on the ground to generate the pressure to accelerate. The leg creates a triple extension; the hips or glute muscles extend the thigh bones, the adductors and abductors are ensuring proper…

  • Update from China 2

    admin
    17 Nov 2009 | 7:28 pm
    Guest post by Brook Hamilton C.S.C.S. Last time I wrote I mentioned that we were going into the playoff bracket of the Chinese National Games.  Three more wins and we had a gold medal.  In the first round, we were matched up with the team that we had beaten by 64 in the group stage.  They came out as a different team and gave us a test in the first half.  We readjusted at the half and came out to gain the victory and on to the semifinals. We were up against the Army team that had won the basketball gold medal since the inception of the games.  They have a really tough team with a lot of…

  • Is Speed Training, Power Training?

    admin
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:43 pm
    I always wonder why we seperate speed training from power? Is speed training power? I watched Saturday night as a young freshman running back from Pitt ran 53 yards for a touchdown against Notre Dame. (sorry Irish fans) As they replayed the run, the announcer mentioned how he was impressed how he kept accelerating through his cuts. That is actually my definition of agility; the ability to change direction without the loss of speed. Acceleration by definition is: In common speech, the term acceleration commonly is used for an increase in speed (the magnitude of velocity); a decrease in speed…

  • Are You a Player or an Athlete?

    admin
    13 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    I spent part of the day yesterday educating potential golf instructors the benefits of analyzing physical motion to determine swing imperfections. It is somewhat amazing to me how coaches and parents avoid or neglect the importance of developing athleticism when looking to improve sport performance. To this day I have not seen a golf club, baseball bat, football, soccer ball or any other sports equipment move without the aid of a human being. (ok the wind may blow a few things around but you get my point) So why is it that the often neglected improvement in teaching and coaching is physical…
 
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