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  • Dr. Stuart McGill on Kettlebell Swings

    Pilates Goddess Blog
    lyndalippin
    25 Feb 2012 | 4:10 pm
    Image via Wikipedia Over the past couple of decades I have built up a reputation as a very back-safe and back-friendly Pilates and Fitness teacher, so I was always amused when guests who didn’t know me would question the safety of certain modalities for their backs. One that consistently came up was the kettlebell general and the swing in particular. “My trainer told me to never work with kettlebells because I have a bad back and you swing them.” “Those swings look dangerous for the back.” “I can’t do that with my back.” To which I would respond…

  • Exercise Early, Sleep Better

    Experience Life Magazine
    noauthor
    1 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    Want to sleep better? Get moving earlier. In a recent study at Appalachian State University, led by Scott Collier, PhD, participants ran on treadmills for 30 minutes, three times a week — at 7 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. When working out in the morning, the study subjects experienced better-quality sleep that night, spending up to 75 percent more time in “deep sleep,” the reparative third and fourth stages of the five-stage sleep cycle, than when the subjects exercised in the afternoon or evening. This, says Collier, has some very real physical and psychological benefits. “When you spend…

  • High-Definition Abs: Build And Tighten Your Core!

    Bodybuilding.com Articles
    15 May 2012 | 6:50 pm
    People discern fit-status based on whether you flex a ripped core or bounce a fat gut. Build abdominal muscles, then tone them and show off your definition!

  • Making Weightloss Affordable

    John Is Fit - Personal Weight Loss Blog
    John's Weight Loss Blog
    5 May 2012 | 10:42 am
    This is a guest post by Lisa. Contrary to popular belief, losing weight does not have to be expensive. There are many ways things that people can do to lose weight without putting a hole in their pockets. Saving money also eliminates the need to apply for one of the best cards for bad credit. Below are some tips for saving money and losing weight: Skip the gym membership Many people think that they will increase their chances of losing weight if they join the gym. However, a gym membership can cost anywhere from $20 to $50 a month. Many gyms today also require that one sign a contract. If a…

  • Five Ways Eating Nuts Can Help You Lose Weight

    Naturally Intense High Intensity Personal Training™ Blog
    Kevin Richardson
    3 Apr 2012 | 9:35 am
    Five Ways Eating Nuts Can Help You Lose Weight   Losing weight can appear to be a relatively simple affair- reduce your calorie intake to the point where you consume less calories than your body uses and you will lose weight. Easier said than done for a mountain of reasons, but this concept of striving for a negative energy balance is nonetheless the key rationale behind most weight loss endeavors. To that end, it makes sense to eliminate or restrict the intake of high calorie and high fat foods like nuts. A logical step since it would appear to be all too easy to go over your daily…
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    ScienceDaily: Fitness News

  • Scientists identify protein that stimulates brown fat to burn calories

    10 May 2012 | 11:28 am
    Scientists have identified a protein which regulates the activation of brown fat in both the brain and the body's tissues.

  • Long commutes may be hazardous to health

    8 May 2012 | 9:39 am
    As populations move even further away from urban centers, more people spend longer hours behind the wheel on their way to and from work. While sedentary behavior is known to have adverse effects on cardiovascular and metabolic health, the impact of long commutes by automobile are less understood. A new study has found that greater commuting distances are associated with decreased cardiorespiratory fitness, increased weight, and other indicators of metabolic risk.

  • Eating fast increases diabetes risk

    7 May 2012 | 8:00 pm
    People who wolf down their food are two and a half times more likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes than those who take their time according to new research.

  • Exercise slows muscle wasting from age and heart failure

    7 May 2012 | 3:53 pm
    A four-week exercise program for heart-failure patients slowed muscle-wasting and improved their exercise capacity, regardless of age, according to new research. The study confirms that exercise can reduce inflammation in skeletal muscle. Findings offer a possible avenue for future drug therapy to treat muscle-wasting in heart failure patients.

  • Kids with cerebral palsy may benefit from video game play

    7 May 2012 | 9:22 am
    Like their healthy peers, children with disabilities may spend too much time in front of a video screen. For children with cerebral palsy (CP), this leads to an even greater risk of being overweight or developing health issues such as diabetes or musculoskeletal disorders. A group of scientists has found that video games such as Nintendo's Wii offer an enjoyable opportunity to promote light to moderate physical activity in children with CP, and may have a role to play in rehabilitation therapy.
 
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    Pono Life

  • Video: How to be kind to yourself

    14 May 2012 | 12:48 pm
    Cardio is just one way to be kind to yourself. Permalink | Leave a comment  »

  • Video: Biathlon DONE!

    12 May 2012 | 6:03 pm
    VIDEO0100.mp4 Watch on Posterous Summary of how we did. Too tired to say anything else. Lol Permalink | Leave a comment  »

  • Why People Procrastinate

    12 May 2012 | 5:26 pm
    <blockquote class='posterous_long_quote'><p>Let’s take a look at the results:</p> <h3 class="alert">Procrastination Survey Results</h3> <p><img title="procrastination-reason-put-things-off" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4470" src="http://cdn.sidsavara.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/procrastination-reason-put-things-off.jpg" height="221" alt="" width="500" /></p> <p>By far, the number one reason people procrastinate is <strong>they simply don’t feel like doing the things they need to do</strong>.</p>…

  • Video: The Last Beach Training Day

    8 May 2012 | 11:30 pm
    VIDEO0097.mp4 Watch on Posterous The biathlon is this Saturday... Aaahhh! Permalink | Leave a comment  »

  • Video: Biathlon Trial Run Time & Lesson

    5 May 2012 | 1:10 pm
    VIDEO0095.mp4 Watch on Posterous 1:15 is our time to beat! Good thing we did this. This is what we learned:1) Watch out for man-o-war2) Have small goals to shoot for in the water & on land3) A game of tag is a great motivator4) Jogging with sandy feet doesn't feel good5) Clothes rubbing on wet skin over time = rash6) Having Energy & Endurance drink before the race worked Permalink | Leave a comment  »
 
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    Health - iVillage

  • Dinosaurs May Have Suffered From Arthritis

    HealthDay
    16 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    WEDNESDAY, May 16 (HealthDay News) -- Dinosaurs may have suffered from arthritis, new research says.

  • Palpitations May Signal Future Heart Rhythm Problem

    HealthDay
    16 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    WEDNESDAY, May 16 (HealthDay News) -- Heart palpitations and high blood pressure are strong risk factors for a common heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation, a new study reports.

  • Education Is Key to Health: Report

    HealthDay
    16 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    WEDNESDAY, May 16 (HealthDay News) -- The better educated you are and the more money you make, the healthier you're likely to be, a U.S. government report released Wednesday shows.

  • 10 Everyday Stressors and How to Conquer Them

    The Cleveland Clinic
    15 May 2012 | 4:27 pm
    When it comes to stress, it’s the little things that matter. A seemingly tiny mishap — such as a lost set of keys — can trigger a tidal wave of negative reactions on an emotional, physical and even cellular level as stress hormones spike. The flip side of this unfortunate truth is that even small steps can go a long way toward soothing — or even circumventing — the stress response. We took a good look at the 10 moments during the day when stress is most likely to flare, then asked our Cleveland Clinic experts and reviewed the research, to offer up proven…

  • These Celebs Get Paid $33,000 For Every Pound Lost!

    Ragen Chastain
    15 May 2012 | 4:13 pm
    What if the motivation for your next diet was money, lots of it, for every pound you lost? Celebrity endorsers like Jennifer Hudson and Mariah Carey are paid salaries ranging from $500,000 to $3 million. Jessica Simpson has reportedly just signed a $3 million contract with Weight Watchers to lose the 40 pounds she gained during pregnancy. The payout averages about $33,000 per pound lost. Yup, you read that right, they make more for losing a pound than many Americans earn in a year.
 
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    msnbc.com: Fitness

  • Need a little 'fitspiration'? Try TODAY tips

    6 May 2012 | 11:28 am
    Have your healthiest summer yet! Ease into the dreaded "swimsuit season" with healthy tips from TODAY experts. All throughout May, we'll offer smart do-it-yourself ways to look, eat and feel better. So stop stressing about that swimsuit, and read on.

  • What are the 25 best cities for walking?

    1 Apr 2012 | 11:24 am
    Even though putting one foot in front of the other is the easiest form of exercise there is, it's still hard to find the motivation to bypass the car and head out on foot in your everyday life. Here are 25 cities to get started.

  • Do ice baths really prevent muscle aches?

    21 Feb 2012 | 5:52 pm
    Taking a dip in a tub of cold water after exercising may prevent muscle soreness, but a new look at past research says little is known about its side effects or even how long to stay in the water.

  • Get off your butt and exercise, orders your doc

    9 Feb 2012 | 7:22 pm
    A new study shows more and more U.S. adults are being told by their doctor to get off their duffs and exercise.

  • Marathoners' cardiac arrest risk quite low

    11 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pm
    According to a new study examining 10 years of marathon and half-marathon races in the U.S., the risk of cardiac arrest in such long distance races is actually quite rare
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    CrossFit: Forging Elite Fitness

  • Wednesday 120516

    16 May 2012 | 5:00 pm
    Rest Day Enlarge image Bella Clayton. "Killing The Fat Man: Episode 9" with Gary Roberts, free CrossFit Journal video [wmv] [mov] [HD mov] District CrossFit Plans for "Hope" - video [wmv] [mov] [HD mov]

  • Tuesday 120515

    15 May 2012 | 5:00 pm
    "Brian" Three rounds for time of: 15 foot Rope climb, 5 ascents 185 pound Back squat, 25 reps Christy Phillips 11:36 (135lbs), Gretchen Kittelberger 12:07 (135lbs). Post time to comments. Enlarge image U.S. Navy Special Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Brian R. Bill, 31, of Stamford, Connecticut, assigned to an East Coast-based Naval Special Warfare unit, died on August 6, 2011, of wounds suffered when his unit's helicopter crashed in Wardak province, Afghanistan. He is survived by his mother Patricia Parry and her husband Dr. Michael Parry, his father Scott, and siblings…

  • Monday 120514

    14 May 2012 | 5:00 pm
    Overhead Squat 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 reps Gretchen Kittelberger 200lbs, Jenn Jones 195lbs. Post loads to comments. Compare to 110202. Enlarge image CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Courses: CrossFit Hampton Roads, Mundo CrossFit, Alamo CrossFit, Reebok CrossFit One, CrossFit Verve, CrossFit Morristown. "Scaling the Pull-Up With Ring Rows" by Julie Barnes Maurer, CrossFit Journal preview video [wmv] [mov] WOD Demo with Jenn Jones and Gretchen Kittelberger - video [wmv] [mov] [HD mov]

  • Sunday 120513

    13 May 2012 | 5:00 pm
    "Jag 28" For time: Run 800 meters 28 Kettlebell swings, 2 pood 28 Strict Pull-ups 28 Kettlebell clean and jerk, 2 pood each 28 Strict Pull-ups Run 800 meters Jeff Leonard 18:58. Post time to comments. Enlarge image U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mark Forester, 29, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, assigned to the 21st Special Tactics Squadron, based in Pope Air Force Base, North Carolina, died on September 29, 2010, while conducting combat operations in Uruzgan province, Afghanistan. He is survived by his parents Ray and Pat, and siblings Terri, David, Joseph and Thad. WOD Demo with CrossFit Pleasanton -…

  • Saturday 120512

    12 May 2012 | 5:00 pm
    Rest Day Enlarge image Poster at St. Jude. CrossFit for Hope supports treatment for catastrophic children's illness at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. "Killing The Fat Man: Episode 8" with Gary Roberts, free CrossFit Journal video [wmv] [mov] [HD mov] The village of Mkanyeni, Kenya - video [wmv] [mov] [HD mov]
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    T-Nation Articles

  • 4 Steps to Fix Your Triceps

    16 May 2012 | 8:54 am
    Your quest for big, strong arms can get stopped in its tracks if you suffer a triceps injury. Here's how to prevent it.

  • A Sure-fire Way to Learn the Snatch

    15 May 2012 | 8:53 am
    Learning this Olympic lifting staple isn't nearly as hard as it looks, you just need a simple step-by-step approach like this.

  • Kroc Rows 101

    14 May 2012 | 8:53 am
    A step by step guide to performing the most bad-ass upper back exercise in existence.

  • Hard Ab Training

    11 May 2012 | 8:55 am
    Forget the complicated "core" workouts, here's a quick and dirty old school routine that will make your abs feel like someone sliced them open and dumped sriracha sauce on them.

  • Training Variations for Mass Gain

    10 May 2012 | 8:55 am
    Who says getting big requires cable machines and 3 sets of 10? Here's a fun program that delivers explosive results in size and strength.
 
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    Experience Life Magazine

  • Exercise Early, Sleep Better

    noauthor
    1 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    Want to sleep better? Get moving earlier. In a recent study at Appalachian State University, led by Scott Collier, PhD, participants ran on treadmills for 30 minutes, three times a week — at 7 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. When working out in the morning, the study subjects experienced better-quality sleep that night, spending up to 75 percent more time in “deep sleep,” the reparative third and fourth stages of the five-stage sleep cycle, than when the subjects exercised in the afternoon or evening. This, says Collier, has some very real physical and psychological benefits. “When you spend…

  • Give the Mother in Your Life the Gift of Health

    noauthor
    30 Apr 2012 | 3:42 pm
    Order a gift subscription to Experience Life magazine for Mother's Day.

  • PIlar Gerasimo Talks About Healthy Living and Business Building on Womenetics.com

    Jocelyn Stone
    25 Apr 2012 | 12:33 pm
    The founding editor of Experience Life shares the inspiration and history behind how the magazine started.

  • The Truth About Antibacterial Soap

    noauthor
    24 Apr 2012 | 2:00 am
    MYTH: Antibacterial soap is the most effective way to kill bacteria and prevent disease. FACT: University of Michigan researchers have found that antibacterial (also referred to as antimicrobial) soaps are no better at germ removal or disease prevention than ordinary soap and water. Further research at Columbia University showed that people who use antibacterial soaps are no healthier than those who don’t. But that’s not all. The active ingredient in antibacterial soaps (a synthetic chemical called triclosan) may actually be harmful to your health. Triclosan may disrupt normal endocrine…

  • Sportaneous App

    noauthor
    18 Apr 2012 | 11:00 pm
    On the road and in search of a pickup game or a fitness class? The Sportaneous app tells you where things are going on. You can also customize your fitness preferences so you don’t end up with a lot of information you don’t need. Free from www.sportaneous.com.
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    MizFitOnline

  • What 3 words would others use to describe you?

    MizFit
    15 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    A couple of months ago I stumbled upon this post at Mommalogues. I rarely visit the site yet when I saw a tweet containing the link/teaser below it caught my attention. What three words would your kid(s) use to describe you? For two reasons. First, it reminded me how long it had been since I asked someone to define my MizFit brand for me. Im a believer in the importance of defining one’s brand and in remaining consistent in all facets of brand messaging. The best way (in my opinion) to learn if you’re conveying the “brand-message” you think you are is ask someone to…

  • What I wish for the Tornado on Mother’s Day 2012.

    MizFit
    13 May 2012 | 3:40 am
    Before I was a mom I assumed parents only stopped to think about what they wanted for their children on special days. I presumed on birthdays or graduations parents might ponder what kind of life they hoped their child would lead.  Day-to-day, however, I erroneously assumed this concept was not in the forefront of parents’ minds. Now that I’m a mom I realize the exact opposite is true. Not a day goes by where I don’t play with my daughter and wonder how her life will unfold.  Not a 24 hour period passes where I don’t think, at least once, of all the many things I hope she will…

  • 28 day DETOX (guest post)

    MizFit
    11 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    A few weeks ago I bumped into a friend at the grocery.  She glowed. She radiated energy. She exuded happiness.  After I begged her to share She told me why.  I asked her to come here and share with you, too.   I’m 45 years old and my face has been broken out for over 9 months.  I’d been to my dermatologist and have tried a myriad of topicals and antibiotics.  Nothing seemed to work. I started wondering if my skin issues was hormone related so I decided to venture out of what I would call the main stream doctors and went to see a health and wellness doctor. That decision took me…

  • I miss my home-food (AKA what do you do when traveling?).

    MizFit
    10 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    Oh misfit home-food. I heart ye.   There are truly no words to express how happy I am to be in NYC. Im honored Fitness Magazine asked me to speak and I may or may not have smuggled a six year old here, too. I adore my at home/work routine but GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY I was ready to git out of it for a few days… Except for the food. I love me my home-food and, since Im not one to give it all that much though on a daily basis, this is a fact which surprises me each time I go away. Im an intuitive eater I pretty much eat what my body demands and when it requests it (I know Im lucky to work…

  • A practice of patience in the process of change (guest post).

    MizFit
    9 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    A few weeks ago, our favorite MizFit posted over on the Facebook asking what we were choosing for ourselves that day to be *ready* for the week ahead.   I had an immediate answer to Carla’s question: “I’m choosing to be kind to myself. To believe I AM stronger than I think I am. To be present, be open & not rush the process of change.”   My last statement was most important. The practice of patience during the process of change has been a challenge for me lately.   That particular span of days had been the epitome of new beginnings. The Thursday…
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    John Is Fit - Personal Weight Loss Blog

  • Making Weightloss Affordable

    John's Weight Loss Blog
    5 May 2012 | 10:42 am
    This is a guest post by Lisa. Contrary to popular belief, losing weight does not have to be expensive. There are many ways things that people can do to lose weight without putting a hole in their pockets. Saving money also eliminates the need to apply for one of the best cards for bad credit. Below are some tips for saving money and losing weight: Skip the gym membership Many people think that they will increase their chances of losing weight if they join the gym. However, a gym membership can cost anywhere from $20 to $50 a month. Many gyms today also require that one sign a contract. If a…

  • Proper Posture Pays Off

    John's Weight Loss Blog
    5 May 2012 | 10:10 am
    This is a guest post by Jenny Ellis. You probably heard it a million times growing up from your mom, “Stand up straight! Your shoulders are hunched over! You’re going to turn into the Hunchback of Notre Dame if you don’t start paying more attention to your posture!”… At least I did. I never really paid too much attention to it either, until I started noticing the drastic hunched over look in kids I saw doing homework and adults bent over their desks. My initial thought: it’s really not attractive to be hunched over like that. Eventually though I started wondering how posture…

  • Walking: An Inexpensive Path To Health and Wellness

    John's Weight Loss Blog
    23 Apr 2012 | 8:11 pm
    This is a guest post by Nina Bernice. When looking for a physical activity to do for fitness, it’s important to consider how much of an effect it will have on your overall health and if you will most likely be able to continue doing it for most of your life. Additionally, you’ll want to choose an activity that burns fat and also tones muscle. One of the best exercises that anyone can do for physical fitness and well-being is simply walking. Walking is one of the easiest exercises that promotes health, offers countless benefits, and is one of the few exercise routines that can…

  • How Bad Is Sitting?

    John's Weight Loss Blog
    15 Apr 2012 | 12:41 pm
    This is a guest post by Maire. Did you know that sitting for 11 or more hours a day makes you 40 percent more likely to die within the next three years? If that is not enough to scare you out of your desk and onto the walking path over your next lunch break, then consider that sitting for eight to 11 hours a day increases your overall mortality risk by 15 percent. These are scary statistics, yet in a technology-driven world, many people are, often out of necessity, sitting for hours on end. Still there are products that help curb your sitting time. Treadmills and standing desks help long-term…

  • What is ZMA?

    John's Weight Loss Blog
    14 Apr 2012 | 5:18 am
    This is a guest post by Sally. zma, which stands for Zinc monomethionine asparte and Magnesium Asparte is a health supplement which is most commonly used by athletes and bodybuilders as it is considered to improve the strength of the muscles and overall body strength. The ZMA supplement, the trademark of which is owned by SNAC System Inc., was originally created by the founder of the BALCO Laboratories, Victor Conte and it is formulated from two different minerals – pyridoxine, otherwise known as vitamin B6 and magnesium and zinc. The effects of the ZMA supplement have been the subject of a…
 
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    Weight-Loss Tip of the Day

  • Do This: Mind Your Waistline, Not Your Manners

    15 May 2012 | 10:11 pm
    As you make the rounds of holiday parties, remind yourself to eat only the foods you like best. Don't feel obligated to sample every dish at the potluck or buffet. Pick a few favorites -- even a sweet, in moderation -- and fill the rest of your plate with vegetables.
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    Weighty Matters

  • The Truth? Healthy Living Requires Effort.

    16 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    (I want to preface this post by explicitly stating it isn't about weight. Healthy living isn't determined by your weight and this post applies to everyone regardless of their weight - being skinny is no more automatically synonymous with living a healthy life than being fat is with living an unhealthy one)I need to expand a bit on my last few posts.The unfair truth is that living a healthy life requires effort. It requires making time to include regular exercise. It requires making time to cook real food. For most, those two things will require reorganizing schedules, taking long hard looks…

  • A Single "Food Product" That Encapsulates the Entirety of the Problem.

    15 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    "Fast Franks".Fast? Because cooking a hot dog and putting it in a bun is "slow"?But this Frankenfood speaks volumes.As a society we value convenience and speed over nearly everything else. Consequently there's a demand for products like "Fast Franks", or more commonly for health washed products that people feel give them the same benefits as from scratch but quickly and conveniently.Is there anything in life that's valuable that requires little or no effort?Cooking, and perhaps slightly more specifically, prioritizing and finding the time to cook healthful meals - at this point, there's no…

  • McDonald's Helping Kids Get Their "5 A Day" With Fruit Soda?

    14 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    They're selling it on the backs of the ridiculous notion perpetuated by the likes of Canada's Food Guide, MyPlate, and virtually every national eating guide that juice counts as a fruit. It's called "Fruitizz", and it's a carbonated fruit juice being promoted by McDonald's as being a healthy choice for kids.What's in it?6 teaspoons of sugar per cup. For those counting, that's more than Coca-Cola. Oh, and they serve it in 500mL cups, so 12 teaspoons of sugar accounting for 98% of the drink's 200 calories.But the best (worst) part?They're rolling it out on the basis of national food guides and…

  • Saturday Stories: Disease Screening and an HBO Related Double Shot

    12 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    Alan Cassels on how screening tests (for prostate cancer, breast cancer, etc.) over promise, under deliver and may cause more harm than good.Jezebel's Lindy West and her Weight of the Nation inspired plea to stop shaming fat people.John Hoffman, Executive Producer of HBO's Weight of the Nation discusses the basics of his documentary series.[While a great many have been quick to condemn the documentary sight unseen, I'm looking forward to watching it. Certainly John's post suggests it'll be a far cry from individualized blame and instead  may well be a first mainstream and literally prime…

  • Just in Time for Mother's Day - Labor Reparations!

    11 May 2012 | 7:26 am
    I can't help it.I have to post a second Funny Friday video - in honor of Mother's Day.Another must watch (with some cursing thrown in so turn down the volume).
 
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    Again Faster - Latest entries

  • The Boundary Between Boredom and Anxiety

    Patrick_Cummings
    11 May 2012 | 10:23 am
    Without acknowledging this duality, that we are both student and the teacher, it's easy to think ourselves a failure and find the goal unattainable. Expecting to learn anything complex without some self-imposed structure is like expecting the pretty girl with the barbed wire neck tattoo to be emotionally stable. You could do it. But you'll be disappointed.

  • The Power of a Smile

    Juli_Bauer
    11 May 2012 | 8:02 am
    In the CrossFit world, we tend to be a bit serious. We are serious about what we eat, how we train, what we wear. Everything is serious. It seems to be unspoken law, that if you don’t look mad, you’re not a badass CrossFitter.

  • Again Faster Team Barbell

    Jon_Gilson
    7 May 2012 | 12:30 pm
    Thousands Again Faster Team Barbells are in use in CrossFit Affiliates worldwide for one simple reason: They hold up to high intensity training and repeated dropping without bending or breaking, and they exhibit the performance of bars that cost twice as much.

  • Again Faster Grips

    Jon_Gilson
    3 May 2012 | 12:54 pm
    In this product video, Jon Gilson, owner of Again Faster and a CrossFit Level One trainer, describes the Again Faster Grips. Again Faster Grips were made to protect athletes' hands during high-repetition workouts and replace expensive athletic tape. If you are doing a lot of bar work like pullups, toes to bars, or knees to elbow, these grips help to reduce friction on your skin and keep your hands from ripping, helping you to train longer.

  • Tweaks and Geeks of the Lower Back

    Dave_Lipson
    2 May 2012 | 10:27 am
    As soon as it was done, I Googled chiropractor...a stupid move! Twenty minutes later, I was in the office of Dr. Mike. He laid me down and jerked around my already damaged spine, getting a buffet of cracks and pops out of my SI-joint, thoracic spine and neck. But my problem wasn’t alignment. I had a ligament issue and a bruised and inflamed disc. Going to a chiropractor may have exacerbated the injury.
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    Lisa Johnson Fitness

  • Fitness Fears: What Are You Afraid Of?

    Lisa Johnson
    16 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    Oh yeah, this isn't gonna end well ... There’s a commercial that’s a couple of years old now that brought tears to my eyes when I saw it because I was laughing so hard.  A guy is down in the basement chugging away on a treadmill.  It suddenly stops, he kneels down to tie his shoe, it starts up again, and he smashes a delicate area.  The treadmill stops dead again and he stands, relieved.  Then it starts up again super-fast and throws him backwards into a shelving unit which crashes down hard on top of him.  Here, enjoy it for yourself. The reason I laughed so hard is…

  • Solo Workouts: Do You Need to Step It Up?

    Lisa Johnson
    15 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    A recent Spin class reminded me to step it up! I was given a visceral reminder of slacking off this past weekend when I attended a Spin class.  Now, I have a Spin bike in my house and I happily pedal away on a regular basis, usually while watching TV.  I do sprints, I do hill climbs, I do jumps, the whole she-bang.  Even so, taking someone else’s Spin class absolutely kicked my tushie! I’m a fairly self-motivated exerciser.  I love to move and I’ll do it whenever I can slide in a few minutes here and there.  That’s the good news.  The bad news is I still…

  • The Reluctant Hubby: My Honey-Do List

    Greg Wymer
    14 May 2012 | 10:24 am
    The honey do list of a fitness entrepreneur's spouse is a bit different than yours Being married to an entrepreneur is always interesting, a fitness entrepreneur doubly so. While couples who work for “the man” in average office 9-to-5ers enjoy weekends of respite, Lisa and I are often conducting work related to her studio or business or whatever else is required when the buck stops with you. I’ve painted, packed, constructed, and sherpa-ed more than my share of items in the dozen-plus years she’s been in business. And this weekend was no exception. On Saturday, it…

  • Simple Home Workouts

    Lisa Johnson
    11 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    You might have to work around the furniture for an at-home workout What are the best at-home workouts?  This is the question I get asked the most on social media.  My answer is always the same: “Whatever  you choose that you actually do!”  But there’s only so much you can say in a short post.  I’d like to elaborate a bit. There are a lot of factors to consider when you’re developing an at-home workout routine.  How much space and time do you have?  How much equipment should you buy?  What do you enjoy doing?  Should you exercise outdoors or inside?

  • O’Neill 365 Review

    Lisa Johnson
    10 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    I really like the O'Neill 365 Endurance Bra. I recently got a full workout ensemble from O’Neill 365 and I’ve been testing them out for a few weeks now.  Specifically, the company sent me a pair of capris, a hoodie with built-in earphones, and a sports bra. I’m quite picky about my sports bras and was very skeptical (as I always am) that O’Neill 365′s would work for me.  I’m, um, not petite in that category, so I really need my bra to work.  After several Spin sessions and two-mile jogs, I can happily say this bra does what it needs to do.  I also…
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    Amelia Burton - Health and Fitness Coach

  • Tough Mudder Comes To Australia

    Amelia Burton
    13 May 2012 | 8:32 pm
    It’s the latest fitness trend to hit Australian shores, also dubbed as probably the ‘toughest event on the planet’ and it is capable of making marathon training look easy! Tough Mudder challenge is where it’s at, and if you haven’t already acquainted yourself to this international fitness phenomenon, then prepare yourself for the information that’s about to launch at you. I’m doing it, are you brave enough to join me!?! What is Tough Mudder? Tough Mudder is 18-20 km race challenge, designed over a series of military-style obstacles involving fire, icy-cold water, muddy trenches…

  • Hidden Kilojoules In Our Drinks

    Amelia Burton
    10 May 2012 | 1:06 am
    Whether your goal is weight loss, performance, or simply to be the healthiest version of you – what I’m about to tell you is REALLY IMPORTANT! We, as a society, are drinking way too many kilojoules in unhealthy, energy dense drinks – it’s scandalous! Ok maybe I’m being a slight drama queen but it shocks me that we can gulp down ¾ of our daily kilojoule intake in a few minutes and it not even register on our satisfaction-o-meter. Really, the only drinks that should pass through your lips are: Water: Do I need to explain? Tea: Good old English breakfast (although, I love Earl Grey),…

  • Is There Such a Thing as a Safe Crash Diet?

    Amelia Burton
    23 Apr 2012 | 4:59 am
    Here’s a task for you: stand in the magazine aisle of a supermarket and see the words “supermodel diet”, “diet secrets” and “top ten crash diets” jump out at you. If Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston and Demi Moore allegedly swear by these so-called crash diets, should we be doing it too? Short answer – no! Long answer – keep reading. Why Traditional Crash Diets Cause More Harm Than Good When Beyonce popularised her infamous liquid ‘master cleanse’ (comprising of water, lemon juice, maple syrup, and cayenne pepper only), all the ladies re-evaluated their eating habits.

  • Workout Music: Current Playlist

    Amelia Burton
    16 Apr 2012 | 7:52 pm
    You don’t require a credible study or a detailed thesis to reinstate that listening to pumping music while training boosts your performance and endurance. Circuit training, a sweaty cardio session or even a calming yoga practice, all the aforementioned need the loyal company of a humble iPod and headphones. But you know what kills a good workout? That very moment when you know that Rihanna will come on after Akon’s stop singing followed by a good dose of Pitbull. Oh, the sadness of song prediction! There’s nothing worse than anticipating songs while you’re concentrating on your core…

  • A Healthy Easter Survival Guide

    Amelia Burton
    4 Apr 2012 | 7:01 am
    You successfully bounced back on the health train after the obvious indulgence post Christmas and New Years. The last thing you want is a four-day long weekend to hamper that sculpted waistline. Guess what, it has come to life – the Easter weekend is well underway. As joyous and exciting this mid-year break is; this time off can also prove to be dangerously harmful for our blood sugar levels and the bum. Due to the commercialisation of Easter, chances are 70 per cent of you just know Easter to be a chocolate-eating time off work and school. Imagine undoing all your hard work at training…
 
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  • Top 5 reasons for not eating healthy (and how to overcome them)

    FatFighter
    15 May 2012 | 10:26 pm
    Do you have a hard time eating healthy? A new national poll in the June 2012 issue of Consumer Report’s ShopSmart magazine finds a lot of people do. Why? Here are the top five reasons from the women surveyed… and tips from FatFighterTV on how to move past them. 57% – Healthy foods are more expensive FFTV tip: They can be, but there are plenty of deals out there, too. And when you find them, stock up, especially on frozen produce. Plus try Trader Joe’s if there’s one near you – the prices are very good. 47% – Social settings present too many…

  • Moving Words: Lou Holtz

    FatFighter
    13 May 2012 | 9:10 pm
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  • News Nugget: Applebee’s and Chick-fil-A join Kids LiveWell

    FatFighter
    13 May 2012 | 8:40 pm
    The National Restaurant Association added Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar and Chick-fil-A to its Kids LiveWell program this week, bringing the number of restaurants in the program to 96. To be a part of Kids LiveWell, restaurants have to offer at least one children’s meal (an entrée, side and beverage) that is 600 calories or less and has two or more servings of fruit, vegetables, grains, lean proteins and/or low-fat dairy. Chat with FFTV on Twitter Like FFTV on Facebook

  • Southwestern Salad with Black Beans

    FatFighter
    10 May 2012 | 11:30 pm
    I’m always looking for new salad dressing combinations that are fresh and healthy. Here’s one that includes avocado and nonfat yogurt for a creamy cool blend. Thanks to our friends at EatingWell Magazine for sharing.    From EatingWell: Here we top salad greens with black beans, sweet corn and grape tomatoes and bring it all together with a tangy avocado-lime dressing for a Mexican-inspired salad. Try this salad for a take-along lunch. To keep the salad greens from getting soggy, pack the greens, salad toppings and dressing in separate containers and toss them together just…

  • High cholesterol… who me???

    FatFighter
    9 May 2012 | 11:43 pm
    I’m still a little numb from the words: You have high cholesterol. The lab results from my doctor’s office were in. And I was stunned. High cholesterol? Me??? How is this possible? I eat healthy. I exercise. But my genes. Those dang genes. I’ve always known my healthy lifestyle was my ammunition to fight them. But something’s not working. I have to fight harder. I’ve shared with you here how my mom died of heart disease. And here about my dad and his two heart attacks. He takes medication to lower his cholesterol. The fact that heart disease runs in my family…
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  • Squats and Deadlifts are Not the "King of Exercise" for a Lot of People.

    admin
    9 May 2012 | 7:10 pm
    I want to explain my stance on limiting the use of squats and deadlifts. I don't believe they are terrible exercises. I think they have a place in the routines for some people, depending upon their goals. Do I believe that either of these should be labeled the "king of exercise" that so many people claim them to be? Not by a mile. [Here's a fit couple walking down the beach. Both of them could probably add quite a bit of mass to their legs with a routine based around squats...but should they?] Squats: The Best Exercise to Add Mass to Your Lower Body Want to add a lot of mass to…

  • Fasting vs Dieting: Lose Fat Without Lowering Testosterone Levels

    admin
    10 Apr 2012 | 7:18 pm
    This is a guest post from Brad Pilon about a topic that I think doesn't get addressed enough: getting lean without destroying your testosterone levels. Testosterone is important for women as well (so don't skip this article if you are a woman). I've messed up in the past by dieting in a way that killed my testosterone levels. "Low T" is a bad deal…so Brad is going to show you how to get lean, while easily avoiding this common problem. Fasting, Dieting, and Testosterone by Brad Pilon Juice. Sauce. Crank. When most people think testosterone, they think about the…

  • Avoiding the Sun to Avoid Skin Cancer? Recent Studies Challenge That Advice.

    admin
    20 Dec 2011 | 7:09 pm
    My perfect day involves an 85-90 degree day at a beach (preferably with waves), my girlfriend, other friends, a lounge chair, a cooler full of sandwiches and beer. Honestly…I could repeat that day 10,000 times on various beaches of the world an never get bored. The thing is, I'm a fair skinned German-Irish-Scandinavian mixed breed. I've always felt a bit of guilt for going out in the sun, because we've been trained that it is like playing Russian Roulette with skin cancer. Fair skinned people like me are especially warned to avoid sun exposure. Is that sound advice? [Why…

  • How to Build Muscle If Your Joints Hurt

    admin
    3 Nov 2011 | 7:20 pm
    When I was first training back in the late 80's I assumed that to build bigger muscles I would have to constantly lift heavier and heavier weights. To a certain extent that is true, but there are ways to make a lighter weight "work" your muscles much harder than normal. The guy with the most impressive chest I have ever seen in person never benched more than 205 pounds. He told me that anything heavier "made his joints hurt"…so he used lighter weight to get the job done. This past summer I got stronger than ever at chin ups and shoulder pressing, but my elbows…

  • One Exercise Per Muscle Group?

    admin
    26 Sep 2011 | 9:08 pm
    Today, I'd like to look at the idea of focusing on just one exercise per muscle group, compared to using a variety of exercises. If you have never tried a workout where you do 8-10 sets of the same exercise, you will probably be in for a shock. This is a tough workout! It looks basic in nature, but is simply another tweak you can add to your routine if you are at a sticking point. I'll discuss how limiting your exercises down to one per muscle group can help with both increasing strength as well as muscle size. ["There Can Be Only One!" I Had to throw in a quote from one of the…
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    Workout Mommy

  • My Experience with Barefoot Running (guest post)

    workoutmommy
    16 May 2012 | 12:17 pm
    ******Today’s guest post is by Amanda.   I wrote about my experience with barefoot running over here.   Thanks for reading gang!******* I noticed the call for personal barefoot running experiences you posted a while back, and thought I’d share some of my experiences so far with the new running trend. About six months ago, I finally began looking for new diet tips and exercises to help me lose some of the pounds I put on in my second pregnancy.  I’d tried the whole running/jogging routine briefly before becoming pregnant with my son, but it didn’t last long.  My knees often…

  • Kettlebell love

    workoutmommy
    11 May 2012 | 8:06 pm
    I have found a new kettlebell home.  If you are not training with kettlebells, you are missing out.   They offer a FANTASTIC strength and cardio workout that can be done anywhere. I’m lucky to have found a new kettlebell class, with an awesome instructor,  and a supportive group of training friends.   If you are in my area, be sure to check out Rogue Kettlebell Fitness and Matt Kull. Tell me–do you go to  kettlebell classes?  Where?  How is it? Never underestimate the power of a workout gang! copyright owned by www.workoutmommy.com Please do NOT reprint without…

  • TFAL Actifry Review (and giveaway!)

    workoutmommy
    4 May 2012 | 8:51 pm
    ***contest is closed and winner has been notified** When I got the pitch for this one, I initially thought there is no way I want a product that has “fry” in the title.    For some reason, this made me think of the deep fryer that my mom had when I was growing up.  She made these absolutely delicious corn muffins there were…uh….deep fried!  Ack!  I, of course, thought they were healthy because I was eating corn.  My, how times have changed! Anyway,  after further investigation I realized the TFAL Actifry is the actually the IDEAL product for my family because:…

  • Confession

    workoutmommy
    26 Apr 2012 | 9:07 pm
    I’m a LIAR!! Guess what I am usually doing when I am typing up inspiring fitness posts?  I am OFTEN shoving crap food down my throat and thus completely defeating the entire point of this blog.  (sigh) Yes, I am a fraud.  After reading Jen’s “honesty” post,  I realized that I needed that big ole SMACK in the face. I’m not being honest with myself.   How can I continue to eat garbage food and still expect to lose the lingering baby weight?! I can’t. I need to own up once and for all and MAKE CHANGES! So the next time I go to reach for some junk…

  • Prevent Mommy Malfunction: 3 Tips to Prevent Workout Injuries

    workoutmommy
    25 Apr 2012 | 9:49 am
    Thanks to Amanda for the following guest post. I always need a good reminder to stretch,  how about you? Now that you’ve got working out on the brain, it’s hugely important to get into good pre, mid, and post-workout habits right off the bat. While jumping right into a workout routine shows great enthusiasm and determination, taking the time to research proper stretching and safety habits is the best way to avoid senseless and debilitating injuries. These three tips should help any mommy out there avoid injury and stay on the path to healthy, proper fitness: 1. Stretching We’ve all…
 
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    Karen Sugarpants

  • My Kids Are Better Than Your Kids

    Karen Sugarpants
    11 May 2012 | 5:39 am
    I came home this morning* to this note, written by my oldest son, posted on the fridge: I had just come off a long and difficult night shift, and this made me laugh out loud and wash away the stresses of the previous 8 hours. That is only one reason why my kids rule so hard. Also, the same kid responsible for this note pointed me to this hilarious video last night, which I can’t stop watching & laughing at. *Lest you assume that because I am coming home in the morning, I am some sort of hussy, or perhaps a hooker of sorts, I’ll have you know I was working the night shift,…

  • Unh… Krispy Kreme… The Baddest

    Karen Sugarpants
    10 May 2012 | 8:30 pm
    Best. Ever. It’s Rebecca Black meets Lil Suburban Boy in his Mom’s unfinished basement. I can’t tell you what I like the best: his snotty nose, his hilarious lyrics, or the UNH…Krispy Kreeeeeme… at the end.  

  • Growing Up All Over Again

    Karen Sugarpants
    9 May 2012 | 9:38 am
    Britt wrote a post this morning that I needed to read. In it, she says, “When we go back to school as adults, we give up the confidence of knowing who the hell we are and what we became when we grew up.” Britt’s Mom, Melissa, has been an inspiration to me as I embark on the journey to becoming a nurse. I’ve been thinking a lot about who I have become in the last two years of school, and although I’m proud of my marks: and my skills (not shown here): You can probably see the uncertainty on my face. It’s there. It’s there ALL the time.  This nursing…
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    Melting Mama - Bariatric Bad Girl

  • Bariatric Immunity Dated For Freshness

    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    16 May 2012 | 12:32 pm
    I just stumbled on a super old "what did you eat today"-type post of my own while looking for a protein bar review.  It shocks me to see how I ate at former stages of this journey.  I remember my thoughts back then, about how I thought I was eating too many calories.  Or even how random people would tell me how I was doing it wrong. My first thought now is -- "If these same commenters knew how I am eating today, at eight years one month post surgery, they would really shit their pants."   And that is honesty.  Those judgy commenters who found my eating offensive, out of control, not by…

  • TRY Wellesse B-12 Fast Absorbing Sublingual Liquid

    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    16 May 2012 | 11:07 am
    Wellesse B-12 Fast Absorbing Sublingual Liquid  Wellesse B-12 Fast Absorbing Sublingual Liquid - 1000 mcg Calibrated Dropper, Easily Adjusted Dosage Natural Berry Flavor Naturally Sugar Free with Stevia Gluten Free B12 is an essential B Vitamin that plays a role in the entire nervous system, promotes energy metabolism and supports healthy heart function. B12 is a key contributor to the body's proper use of iron. B12 becomes increasingly important with age with risk of decreased absorption which can lead to deficiencies in both B12 and Folic Acid. The ASMBS  (2010) explains that after…

  • Bariatric Surgery = increased likelihood of ALCOHOLISM.

    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    16 May 2012 | 9:31 am
    Timely, as nearly one thousand of us descend upon Las Vegas today through the weekend for a weight loss surgery related event. I am already seeing the alcohol posts on Facebook IN. THE. AIRPORTS. Hello, my name is Beth, and I don't have a problem with alcohol (...and I thank my lucky stars every single day...) however, I AM SURROUNDED BY ALCOHOLICS AND OTHER ADDICTS POST WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY. In full, from Medscape - May 15, 2012 (Lyon, France) — Bariatric surgery is associated with an increased likelihood that patients will report and be diagnosed with problems related to alcohol…

  • Rare Genetic Disorder After WLS

    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    15 May 2012 | 11:44 am
    I have copied and pasted this article in full, because I think we need to see all the details of this story.  I have never heard of this issue before, "Urea Cycle Disorder" in gastric bypass patients.  Hilary Lane,  a young vibrant music teacher passed several years after her gastric bypass surgery due to this rare genetic disorder. I do not post this to frighten anyone, it's just somethng that interests me greatly since I am also a medical mystery since my gastric bypass. Tennessean - A year after gastric bypass surgery, she was no longer a size 24 and was fast on her way to fitting into…

  • Dear Bariatric Eating, Susan Maria Leach, SML, Bariatric, http://www.susanmleach.com/

    meltingmamamelted@gmail.com (Beth aka MM)
    15 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    ‎Dear Susan Maria Leach of Bariatric Eating.com, and Susan M. Leach.com  It has been 30 days 7 hours and counting since my order was made!  BariatricEating.com, where is my sh-t? I paid $47.00 for EXPRESS TWO DAY SHIPPING, for a case of protein and a box of protein bars. I could be STARVING TO DEATH by now woman!  Look at me, wasting away over here (obvious overt sarcasm, I am actually obese, please see previous post) waiting for your sh-t!  When I am in the hospital with malnutrition, I will send you updates.  Will you send a card?  Will that take a month plus, too? Love and…
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    My Fitness Hut Blog

  • 10 Habits Travelers Keep to Not Gain Weight

    16 May 2012 | 1:25 am
    If you travel for work or take a long vacation, you are at risk for weight gain. You can exercise when you travel but you may have to be a little creative. And, avoid weight gain while you travel by packing more than just your clothes. Some of you travel as much as 200 days a year. You have to get your eating and exercise under control or your weight will quickly get out of control. Here are 10 habits that keep frequent travelers lean and mean: 1. If you are a frequent flyer or driver, you know the food traps found in airport or roadside restaurants. The food choices are usually high-calorie,…

  • 10 Training Habits that Help Athletes Burn More Fat

    14 May 2012 | 7:50 am
    Every one is an athlete. So, you can burn fat like one. You can train your body with the intensity that athletes train with. Speed and explosive strength training are the same for both females and males. While males do have more physical strength than females, the same biomechanical motions are used by both sexes. So, females need to train the same way as males while allowing for differences in gender make-up. And women shouldn't worry about getting too bulky. You would have to lift very heavy weights for a long time to get bulky. Athletes in speed and power sports are usually very cut and…

  • 10 Habits of People Who Avoid Exercise Injuries

    13 May 2012 | 11:21 pm
    It is possible for you to burn fat and lose weight relatively injury free. But, you can also wreck your body with injuries while training to lose weight. You won't hear this information in a weight loss commercial because they're selling you a product. So, here are 10 habits to help you avoid exercise injuries: 1. Warmup properly and do exercises with correct technique. This is crucial every workout. Walking for 2 minutes or talking to your friend is not a good warm-up. A good dynamic warm-up prepares your body best for intense workouts. A sample dynamic warm-up could be a 5-10 minute jog,…

  • 10 Habits of People Who Burn Belly Fat

    12 May 2012 | 8:27 am
    Burn belly fat for your health. Burn belly fat to sculpt your six pack abs and look better naked or in your clothes. You won't burn belly fat by chance even though you can surely gain it without trying. Use these 10 tips on most days and you won't "battle the bulge:" 1. Get a healthy, managed meal plan and comply with it at least 90% of the time. If you are trying to burn fat and lose weight, nutrition is critical. Eat mainly whole, natural foods that have one ingredient--the food itself. For example, fruits and vegetables have one ingredient. I don’t ever encourage any diet that…

  • 10 Habits of People Who Keep a Lean Body

    11 May 2012 | 6:16 am
    Shape your lean body and keep it that way with consistent daily habits. The main flaw with quick weight loss programs is that you can't continue those programs for very long. So, you will likely gain the weight back. Here are 10 habits that lean-bodied people keep on most days: 1. A positive attitude. Everything goes better for you when you are optimistic each day. A positive attitude does wonders for your health. Make your best days even better and make your bad days better by adjusting your attitude. 2. Get a healthy, managed meal plan and comply with it at least 90% of the time. If you are…
 
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    PaulsHealthBlog

  • Do Vitamins Boost Brain Power?

    17 May 2012 | 10:29 am
    There is something you can take right now to get your brain going. It's something you should be taking every day - your daily vitamins. A series of new studies in the British Journal of Nutrition, Psychopharmacology and Human Psychopharmacology finds that vitamins can boost your brain power. If you're not taking anything now, it's not too late to start because the benefits begin almost immediately. In one of the studies, researchers found that women given multivitamin and mineral supplements improved in both accuracy and speed on multitasking tests. Children between the ages of eight and…

  • The Skinny on Obesity Part 5: Generation XL

    16 May 2012 | 10:18 pm
    A trend of obese infants is one indication that obesity can be passed on from mother to fetus. This video looks towards the next generation, with an emphasis on preventive care and pre-natal health. To see the previous video in the series, Part 4, click here.© 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

  • Brr! Can Frigid Temps Lead to Weight Loss?

    15 May 2012 | 12:10 pm
    Finally, an upside to the frigid temperatures that have gripped much of the nation - all the shivering could help shed a few pounds. "The body wants to maintain a balance, a homeostasis of 98.6 degrees," said author Tim Ferriss, who promotes this type of "thermal dieting." "If you make it cold, the body will do everything it can to get back to 98.6. And it has to burn calories to do that - heat equals calories." Ferriss, the best-selling author behind "The 4-Hour Workweek" and the just-released "The 4-Hour Body," is known for his lessons on how to manipulate the body to your advantage. Using…

  • “Vegebals are poisonus says sciencetists”

    14 May 2012 | 6:02 pm
    Are your kids veggie haters too? What if they could get eighteen fruits and vegetables a day - without taking a single bite? To learn more, click here.© 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

  • How To Cook Bacon

    12 May 2012 | 11:49 am
    Animal fats have lots of good fatty acids that fight disease, absorb vitamins and lower cholesterol. It's a myth that eating animal fat makes you fat. Best of all, it tastes good! One way to make sure you're getting enough fat in your diet is to eat fatty cuts of meat. If you don’t already, learn to love bacon. And when you cook it, don't wait until all the fat is gone. If the bacon droops over a finger and hangs down on both sides, then it passes the test. Life is good. God is good. And bacon is good!© 2008 Thanks for subscribing to my feed. Please visit my blog for more great…
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    See Corey Run: A Fitness & Nutrition Journal

  • Penguin in Motion :)

    22 Apr 2012 | 1:26 pm
    A digital stock image from my new photography business, Cyberpenguin Studios. (All rights reserved.) Hello All, There's been so much going on lately! For the last several months, I 've been hard at work, entrenched in book writing and other projects, so that's why you haven't heard from me in a while. :) In addition to these projects, I've just recently started yet another new business, Cyberpenguin Studios, (yes, that makes a total of four businesses thus far), as a commercial portal for my digital stock photography. Things are just a tad bit busy to say the least. ;) As mentioned in a…

  • A New Literary Partnership

    10 Oct 2011 | 8:19 am
    I'm excited to announce that I've recently joined forces with friend and athlete, Mauricio Sanchez, as a contributing writer for his wonderful website, Triathlon at 55, on the topics of sports and general nutrition for the endurance athlete. Here, Mauricio offers information relevant to the sports of running and triathloning, as well as his own personal reflections of his experiences, including his journey to become an Ironman competitor. At last count, he's completed one Ironman 140.6, two Ironman 70.3's, one Ironman 69.1 (the swim had been cancelled), three…

  • Thank You For the Mention!

    31 Aug 2011 | 3:31 pm
    Just a quick post to say thank you to MSN Degree for listing See Corey Run as #5 on their "50 Top Blogs for Marathoners" list. I really appreciate the mention! I see lots of friends on this list as well: Steve Runner of Pheppidations, Ann Brennan of Ann's Running Commentary, and Tim Wilson of 26.2 Quest, et al, as well as well-known luminaries like Dean Karnazes (Dean's Blog), Coach Jenny Hadfield (Active Expert: Coach Jenny Hadfield & Ask Coach Jenny), and popular blogs like RW's Daily and the like. Wow, thank you. It's great to be in such good company. :)

  • Race Training Strategies: Why Basic Readiness is Only the Beginning

    24 Aug 2011 | 4:33 pm
    When it comes to race training, I believe that a runner can never be too well-prepared. :) To race your best, your body and mind need to be in peak condition, and that takes a carefully constructed, well thought-out, long-range plan. Conversely, a person who races without proper preparation, no matter what the distance, is simply courting folly. Underprepare and you're just asking for it. It's almost as if karma's just winding up its baseball bat to smack you right in the tush. :) You can't hurry along your race training either, or you're bound to find injury along the way. Even if you…

  • The Car: A Runner's Mobile Preparedness Unit :)

    22 Jul 2011 | 1:13 pm
    Can we say "hot"?! Phew! It's certainly been a heatwave lately. In fact, I write this, it's just reached 100°F here in DC, with a heat index of 115°F! Of course, as the mercury keeps rising, it becomes all the more important to be prepared for summer running. And what better way than to properly stock your car with essential items and turn it into a "mobile preparedness" unit. :) Aside from equipping your car with all of the obvious general "survival" essentials -- umbrellas, a GPS unit, a first-aid kit and an emergency car repair kit containing jumper cables, tools, a funnel, a…
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    Starling Fitness

  • Donut Queen: What A Strange World We Live In

    Laura Moncur
    16 May 2012 | 8:40 am
    This photo of a donut queen from Found in Moms Basement just highlights bad food to me. Every day I am bombarded with images of beautiful people eating food that is poison to me. Some reptilian part of my brain believes that if I eat that food, I would be thin and beautiful, too. Maybe I could even be the Donut Queen. The saddest thing is, the Donut Queen doesn’t become the queen by eating the donuts. She becomes the queen because she DOESN’T eat the donuts. If you think this is a fluke, this Donut Queen thing went on for quite some time. I’ve seen photos from 1948-1951. In…

  • Water: My Only Drink

    Laura Moncur
    14 May 2012 | 12:00 pm
    Since I’ve started my Nothing Sweet Campaign, my beverage choices have been limited. At any restaurant, I’m pretty much restricted to just water. At home, there are various herbal teas I could drink, but really, it’s just easier to fill my glass with tap water. I’ve gotten to the point where I feel as if all other drinks are contaminated water. They’re kind of what I need, but have been contaminated with sugar or artificial sweeteners. It’s not nearly as bad as sewage water, but I have the same feeling about it. If Diet Coke came out of my kitchen tap, I…

  • Low Carb Living: An Introduction Video

    Laura Moncur
    12 May 2012 | 12:00 pm
    This is a LONG video (27:34 mins) interviewing Dr Stephen Phinney, MD, PhD. It’s a great video talking about how to stay on low carb for the rest of your life. My biggest problem with Atkins was increasing the carbs after Induction. Every time I increased my carbs, I would start craving them again and go completely off the rails. This video talks about how to live on low carb for a long time. He’s promoting his book, The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living, so I downloaded the book on Amazon, but I haven’t had a chance to read it. I really like in the video how he…

  • Thinspiration or Anorexic Porn? I Can’t Tell…

    Laura Moncur
    11 May 2012 | 12:00 pm
    I found this video on YouTube and I was strangely inspired by it. It shows images of starkly thin girls and peppers in a few quotes and advice. The advice and quotes were both helpful and disturbing to me. Eat less, weigh less, fail less, feel less This one was disturbing. I don’t want to FEEL less. If anything, I feel as if I’m wrapped in cotton when I’m fat. I want to feel MORE. Eat slower, full faster That’s true. I wish I could learn how to slow down my eating. Eat only when needed. Occupy your mind This one was helpful. I tend to eat when I get bored. It really…

  • Portabella Pizza Bites

    Laura Moncur
    10 May 2012 | 12:00 pm
    I was looking for something interesting to eat that was still low carb and I came across these Portabella Pizza Bites. The recipe was made all low fat, so they had to add an egg to help the low fat cheese melt. I took all that out and I’m going to make it FULL fat and low carb. Ingredients: 6 mini Portabella mushrooms (or 2 large Portabella mushroom caps) 1/2 cup marinara sauce (Get the kind without any added sugar. Tomatoes have enough carbs on their own.) 1/2 oz. pepperoni (approx. 6 slices) 2 oz. black olives 3 oz. Mozzarella cheese Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Clean…
 
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    Sussex Personal Trainer

  • From Sussex Bootcamps To Physical Path - My Evolution Continues...

    Steve
    24 Apr 2012 | 8:54 am
    From Sussex Personal Trainer, to Sussex Bootcamps very recently, i'm about to launch my new website and venture! The website is not really one to shout about at the moment - more to get the basic info out there in a hurry - but it will gradually turn into something more exciting to visit. 'Physical Path' is the name i came up with for how i will be working with people going forward, both in groups and individually. The next block of sessions will get started on May 21st and full details will be on the site. The website should be live in the next few hours and this is stricly version 1!

  • Take a step on your physical path...

    Steve
    17 Apr 2012 | 6:16 am
    The analogy of a path works well for me - it seems we are all influenced today by what we have experienced before today, and what we do today will decide where we are at tomorrow (and if we are likely to enjoy that or not).There are likely clear steps that led you to your experience, beliefs, and results today. You can continue to take similar steps, or alter your course to move in a better direction.Once you are clear about where you are going and where you want to go, you can evaluate your choices as either getting you there in a positive way, or not. Then choose accordingly!Sounds simple…

  • Effort Vs Struggle

    Steve
    11 Apr 2012 | 10:19 am
    Here is a concept that came to me during a few sleepless hours last night. Approaching what you do in your training as giving it energy and effort seems pretty positive and proactive. Being aware of the difference between putting in the hard work or effort that you can today vs going through a struggle might well be a worthwhile distinction to make.(Not quite what i wanted to illustrate!)If we cross the line into 'stuggle' i think we are more likely to experience a mental or physical 'panic'. It won't necessarily be a state that many people want to expeience on a regular basis to build an…

  • A Simple Formula To Get More Out Of Your Fitness...

    Steve
    4 Apr 2012 | 9:00 am
    The vast majority of people could benefit from enhancing the following areas. Mobility(do mobility to avoid the above version)Movement Skill(Balance being one example)Strength(Get off the hamster wheel and get stronger!)PlayI think that spending a good chunk of your time in the above areas (including combining some or all of them at the same time!) will take you a long way. It may even transform your experience of movement and fitness well beyond what you currently do.Unfortunately a lot of people's first thoughts are still about how much 'cardio' and 'ab' training they are doing.Have a…

  • Try these on for better fitness results.....

    Steve
    27 Mar 2012 | 7:46 am
    Not a magic pair of pants or wonder trainers! Not even some tight fitting base layer that seems to have become all the rage.I'm talking trying something on mentally and noticing how it feels before your next training session.I want you to engage and get in a better state for enjoying what you are doing, bringing the experience more to life, and ultimately getting more rewards - internally and externally!Firstly i want you to relax and breath, take a conscious deep breath and notice how your body is feeling today.While you continue to do this, start to picture one of your most compelling or…
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    Mamavation

  • Keep on swimming…keep on swimming…

    LilacCityMomma
    16 May 2012 | 9:15 am
    It is Week three of Mamavation, and I’m trying hard to keep up with everything. Being a Mamamvation Mom is not easy. We have to get in 10,000 steps a day, 100 oz water, circuits, and stick to our nutrition plan. With everything else going on around me, it’s been a little hard trying to get everything done daily. I’m trying though, and that is a lot more then I could have said, before Mamavation. This past week, the scale did not cooperate as well as I would have liked. But dammit, overall I have lost over 9lbs since applying to be a Mamavation Mom, woohoo! Even more exciting…

  • Keeping Motivated and Excited

    WeightsOver
    15 May 2012 | 9:44 am
    It’s the beginning of week 3 of the Mamavation Mom campaign 12. I’m a little scared. Somebody hold me! All I have heard about it  “Weeks 2 & 3 stink, and  don’t worry, you’ll get through it”. The reason why that scared me is that  the past week has been pretty terrific,so what happens next week? In fact,  I HAVE LOST 12.2 POUNDS SINCE APPLYING TO BE A MAMAVATION MOM!I haven’t seen this side of 240′s for over a year. Maybe two. SO HOORAY FOR ME! The video was shot on Mother’s Day which was an example of how our lives have changed.

  • Mamavation Monday: Let’s Go Camping

    Elenka29
    13 May 2012 | 12:19 am
    It doesn’t take much to start geting results when it comes to wait loss – small changes will take you a long way. However, when it comes to Mamavation Mom bootcamp, things move very fast – ladies make drastic changes to their every day lives. Moreover the lives of their entire families get an extreme 7 week makeover. Just check out what our Mamavation Moms’ recent posts: Hanan (@LilacCityMomma)has noticed that her oldest is asking questions like “Are we going to the gym today?” and the girls just love to exercise with her. “It’s just a great feeling…

  • Golden Beet Slices with Goat Cheese and Walnuts

    InspiredRD
    11 May 2012 | 9:42 am
    A fancy-looking appetizer that is a cinch to put together.  Impress your guests with this simple recipe! Print Golden Beet Slices with Goat Cheese and Walnuts Rating: 51 Ingredients1 large golden beet, washed and trimmed from stem (multiply based on how many you want to serve - one beet will give you about 7 slices) 1 small log soft chevre goat cheese 7 raw walnut halves (I used California walnuts)InstructionsPlace beet in a medium or large pot and cover with water. Set over high heat until boiling. Boil 25-35 minutes until fork tender. Remove beet from water. When cool enough to handle,…

  • Attachment Parenting, Mommy Wars & Time Magazine

    Mamavation
    11 May 2012 | 1:12 am
    When I saw this picture today, it was through the eyes of a group of bloggers in Los Angeles that personally knew the 26 year old mom in this photo, Jamie Lynne. I’ve personally never met or interacted with Jamie. I do think she is drop dead gorgeous and the picture definitely plays up all her “assets.”   These were my first honest impressions. –Wait, that’s a 3 year old? He looks closer to six to me. –Is he breastfeeding? Oh, he is. Why aren’t they more comfortable in a chair or something? That’s kinda weird. –I have a feeling this…
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    Trying Fitness

  • Glycemic Index Explained – How to Lose Weight with the Glycemic Index

    Guest Blogger
    16 May 2012 | 12:12 am
    The Glycemic Index diet (or G.I. diet for short) is your best ally if you’re looking to lose weight and get into the best shape of your life. In fact, most of popular diets out there are based on the glycemic index diet. Its premise is simple and straightforward: Foods with high G.I. rankings have [...]

  • How to Get Fit, Lean, and Strong…Like We Used to Be

    Guest Blogger
    7 May 2012 | 12:38 am
    Exercise science is an amazing thing and top athletes certainly are performing at higher levels than they ever have, the results prove it with world records being pushed continually. But what about us guys that aren't professional athletes, has our health and fitness improved in the same fashion? Take a look at any of the [...]

  • Running for Weight Loss – How to Eat Properly When Running to Lose Weight

    Guest Blogger
    25 Apr 2012 | 10:56 pm
    When it comes to shedding the extra pounds for good, running is the way to go. According to countless studies and my own experience, running burns more calories than most other training regimes out there. In fact running on a regular basis improves sex drive, wards off heart-related problems, boost overall health and fitness levels, [...]

  • How to Make Exercise a Habit – Tips

    Guest Blogger
    24 Apr 2012 | 1:28 am
    Turning your fitness vision into a concrete reality requires long term discipline and consistency. And the best way to do so is by making your exercise routine a daily habit. Let’s face it: Human beings are creatures of habits. This mechanism evolved over 1000’s of years to conserve energy and optimize performance so instead of [...]

  • How to Burn More Calories…A Lot More!

    Guest Blogger
    20 Apr 2012 | 1:59 am
    When it comes to losing body fat, and getting a leaner, more athletic body it’s really important to understand some basics about how this happens. Don’t panic, this won’t get too heavy (no pun intended). Armed with the information in this post you will start to see how the body works when it comes to [...]
 
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    TubaDuba: Fitness, Health and Sports Technology

  • DBS Ultimate - Aston Martin

    Aaron Usiskin
    16 May 2012 | 7:20 am
    If you have the money, really have the money than this is the ultimate car, period. This shows that you are not to over the top (OK), you are free and really wanted a daily driver. Boy what I would not give to be driving this.DBS Ultimate - Aston Martin

  • L.L. Bean 100th Anniversary Maine Hunting Shoe, Go Retro!

    Aaron Usiskin
    16 May 2012 | 7:16 am
    Everyone should own a pair of these, if you lived on the east coast during the 80's you most likely did.

  • Fun With laser's, Not What You Think!

    Aaron Usiskin
    15 May 2012 | 1:24 pm
    Ashley Love and Tucker Thompson were down in the British Virgin Islands at the Bitter End Yacht Club for their annual Pro Am Regatta. On one of the days where there was not enough wind to go properly sailing, a rule 42 relay race in lasers with Olympians and World Champions ensued...

  • Lunar Rock Climbing and Computerized Boxing!

    Aaron Usiskin
    9 May 2012 | 8:18 am
    Well things are getting cooler and cooler in the fitness market. It doesn't matter how much money you hav, maybe you can talk your gym into buying one of these cool devices.NexersysNexersys is leading a fitness revolution, and pioneering the expanding “Exergaming” market with the iNTELLIGENT and iNTERACTIVE Nexersys. Combining the latest in exercise equipment and interactive gaming, Nexersys is a professional-grade multimedia fitness product that delivers the motivation of a personal trainer, the benefits of a mixed martial arts high-intensity interval training workout, and the…

  • iPad Case, Hammerhead

    Aaron Usiskin
    3 May 2012 | 9:43 am
    You might not do this everyday, hopefully never but having a Hammerhead Carpo case could be a savor.The Hammerhead Capo Case is a hard case that protects both the front and back of your iPad.Hammerhead products are designed to keep you connected and protect your investment.FeaturesAutomatically wakes and sleeps the iPad display when opened or closedDurable hard case shields front and back of the iPadReinforced borders provide added protection against scratches and impactLightweight polyurethane construction protects without bulkCutouts offer easy access to all ports, switches and cameraFolds…
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    Whole Food And More

  • Organic GMO-Free Corn - From WI Farms

    Robin Plan
    27 Apr 2012 | 7:58 pm
    Organic Heirloom Cornmeal, Popcorn, and Whole Kernel corn from small-scale family farmers Tropical Traditions Press Release April 25, 2012 Springville, CA Tropical Traditions announced today that they were offering a new line of organic heirloom corn grown by small-scale family farmers in western Wisconsin. These organic heirloom corn products include Pride of the North cornmeal, whole kernel corn, and Lady Finger popcorn. Organic Corn that is Truly GMO-free Pride of the North organic heirloom corn and Lady Finger open pollinated organic popcorn is grown on small family farms with buffer…

  • Apple Cider Recall - Pepin Heights Orchards (Jan. 2012)

    Robin Plan
    11 Jan 2012 | 10:29 am
    Pepin Heights Orchards Issues Cider Advisory Consumers: Pepin Heights 800-652-3779 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 6, 2012 -Pepin Heights Orchards is advising consumers to discard Pepin Heights brand Honeycrisp Apple Cider with a “Use By” date on the label of Feb 09 2012. The product was packaged in half-gallon plastic jugs and sold and distributed in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin. This advisory is precautionary. No illnesses have been reported. The advisory applies only to Honeycrisp cider with the “Use By” date of Feb 09 2012. No other batch of Honeycrisp cider or any other Pepin…

  • McDonald's and Target Cuts Ties to Sparboe Farms After Video of Animal Abuse

    Robin Plan
    18 Nov 2011 | 3:15 pm
    I just watched a newly released undercover video from Mercy For Animals showing abuse of hens at the largest restaurant egg producers, Sparboe Farms. This farm supplies eggs to McDonald's. The Sparboe eggs were on recall last year due to Salmonella. I've eaten these eggs for several year so I contacted the company and got a reply within minutes with this link: http://www.sparboeupdate.com/ McDonald's Corp. said Friday the behavior shown on the video is "disturbing and completely unacceptable." The fast food chain says it demands humane treatment of animals by suppliers. * Update * Late…

  • FDA Warns Bio Gaudiano Brand Organic Olives Stuffed with Almonds May Put Consumers at Risk For Botulism

    Robin Plan
    7 Nov 2011 | 12:54 pm
    FDA Warns Consumers Not to Eat Bio Gaudiano Brand Organic Olives Stuffed with Almonds FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Nov. 4, 2011 - FDA warns consumers not to eat Bio Gaudiano brand Organic Olives Stuffed with Almonds This product may put consumers at risk for botulism Fast Facts FDA is warning consumers not to eat any Bio Gaudiano brand Organic Olives Stuffed with Almonds. Pure Italian LLC of Watertown, Mass., the U.S. distributor, in conjunction with the manufacturer and packer, Bio Gaudiano of Italy, is voluntarily recalling all sizes and lots of Bio Gaudiano Organic Olives Stuffed with Almonds.

  • Rice - A - Roni Recall - Rice Pilaf Flavor

    Robin Plan
    7 Nov 2011 | 12:47 pm
    Rice-A-Roni Issues Voluntary Recall on a Small Quantity of Specific Family Size Rice-A-Roni Rice Pilaf Flavor Product Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - November 4, 2011 - Rice-A-Roni has initiated a voluntary recall on a small quantity of specific family-size boxes of Rice-A-Roni Rice Pilaf flavor due to an undeclared milk allergen.  This product was originally distributed to stores located in California and Arizona. People who are allergic to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The affected product is…
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    A Junk-Foodaholic's Journey to a Healthy LIfestyle

  • When You Eat Right... It Works!

    9 May 2012 | 11:57 pm
    Here's my 1 week Progress Report: I've lost 9-1/2 pounds! That's right, folks, in one week, I have lost an entire dress size! Being curious, I took my measurements this morning just to see if I had lost any inches. Would you believe I lost an inch from my waist and an inch from my hips?! In total, I lost 2-3/4 inches! I was shocked but excited to see these results in only 7 days! And the best part is, I didn't suffer doing it. There was not one time when I felt depressed or deprived. Like Tony the Tiger says, "I FEEL GREAT!!!" Following is a typical day of what I ate this past week: An hour…

  • A New Way of Eating

    2 May 2012 | 9:06 pm
    Guess what? I started a new way of eating today! I'm excited to see the results and I will share my progress along the way. Here's my plan: 1.) Take 7 BarleyLife® capsules. 2.) Breakfast: Eat bacon and eggs. 3.) Lunch: Drink a ProPeas®/fit'n fiber® shake. 4.) Take 7 BarleyLife® capsules. 5.) Dinner: Eat a low-carb meal or if short on time... drink another ProPeas/fit 'n fiber shake. 6.) Drink lots of water. 7.) Dessert: Eat one Low-Carb Cupcake. I mean, life isn't worth living without dessert! Following is some background as to why I am taking AIM's BarleyLife® as well as ProPeas® and…

  • Recipe for Low Carb Lasagna

    28 Sep 2011 | 7:49 pm
    Following is an example of how you can take a favorite 'high-carb' recipe and transform it into a wonderful low-carb dish.What I did is substitute spinach for the lasagna noodles. My family loves it so consequently, I make this yummy dish once every other week.Another great thing about this recipe is that it makes 2-9x13 pans of lasagna so you cook once and have dinner for several nights. And trust me, no one complains about eating these leftovers!Low Carb Green Chili Lasagna5 pounds Ground ChuckSalt and Pepper to taste16oz fresh Mushrooms, sliced1 stick Butter4 - 8oz cans Tomato Sauce (with…

  • The Craziest Thing I've Ever Done

    2 May 2011 | 12:36 am
    Well, I didn't win anything, but I did accomplish something. If anyone ever asks me, "What's the craziest thing you've ever done?" I can tell them, "I was stuck on a truck for 62.5 hours!"I went into the competition prepared to win. Along with my shorts and 'Stuck on a Truck' t-shirt, I wore compression socks (much to my husband's chagrin) . I bought a back brace, though I never had to use it. I had three pairs of tennis shoes, a pair of Timberland's and a pair of Crocs flip flops to rotate throughout the contest. But the most important thing I did (and the reason why I hung in there for 62.5…

  • It's On... Thursday, 4/28/2011 is the Big Day!

    27 Apr 2011 | 10:03 pm
    Hey everybody!Tomorrow is the big day! In less than 14 hours I will be 'Stuck on a Truck'! The Toad Suck Daze festival actually kicks off at noon Friday but the Stuck on a Truck contest starts a day earlier.I have spent the last two and a half weeks preparing for the big event. I bought a 9 ft x 10 ft tent, an inflatable mattress, a lantern, and other paraphernalia.The reason why I need all this stuff is so that on my breaks, I have a place to rest. All the contestants get a five minute break every hour and a fifteen minute break every six hours.I am gathering everything together to take down…
 
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    A Trail Runner's Blog

  • Calfornia's Longest Party - The 194-Mile Relay

    Scott Dunlap
    11 May 2012 | 12:24 am
    Last weekend, I had the great pleasure of joining 200 teams of twelve runners for The Relay, a 194-mile team race from Calistoga to Santa Cruz in Northern California. Dubbed "California's Longest Party", this was going to be my first foray into the team format, and with the great weather, it was bound to be an adventure! As we headed up to Napa in Van #2, the six runners in Van #1 were already running their way from Calistoga in 4-6 mile segments on a hot and steamy afternoon. The two vans would trade off every 40 miles or so, going straight through the night. Team "Follow You, Follow Me" was…

  • Micah True's Death - Turns Out It's Heart Disease

    Scott Dunlap
    10 May 2012 | 11:47 am
    USA Today put out a story this week saying the autopsy reports for Micah True, known to many as Caballo Blanco from the book Born to Run, has found that heart disease was the likely culprit for his untimely death while trail running last month. (Micah True with friend Mike Nutall) Seize the day, my friends. If your last day is a surprise, wouldn't you want to be trail running at the time? Micah would...and did.

  • Does Excess Training Lead to Mental Decline?

    Scott Dunlap
    7 May 2012 | 9:14 am
    Runner's World reported on an interesting study that measured effectiveness on mental tasks after a hard couple of weeks of training. No surprise, effectiveness goes down. But it's nice to see it returns during the taper! Good to factor in on that training plan. ;-)

  • Scott Jurek Profiled in Team Clif Bar Video

    Scott Dunlap
    30 Apr 2012 | 2:35 pm
    There's even a cameo from the late Micah True...

  • Kenyan Marathon Olympic Team Selected - Mutai, Makau Won't Go

    Scott Dunlap
    25 Apr 2012 | 9:57 pm
    Oh, to have the problems of Athletics Kenya. With multiple world record holders and sub 2:05 marathoners to select from for the men's team, choosing the three to represent Kenya is a tricky thing. The news has unofficially been released, with recent London champion Wilson Kipsang (with a near-course record run of 2:04:44), world champion Abel Kirui, and 25,000m and 30,000m world record holder Moses Mosop all making the team. Passed over were three world class athletes - last year’s world #1 ranked marathoner Geoffrey Mutai (who won Boston and NYC in 2011, both in course record times), world…
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    CalorieLab - Health News & Information Blog

  • Lab Notes: American French Fry Brother Inspires Chinese; Tripling of PhDs on Food Stamps

    labnotes
    16 May 2012 | 4:10 am
    On our Lab Notes page CalorieLab’s editors select and rank the day’s essential health news items in real time. Readers can suggest, vote and comment on items. Below are brief summaries of yesterday’s (May 15, 2012) Lab Notes items. To see today’s items, visit Lab Notes. 1. American French Fry Brother Inspires Chinese Jason Loose, or Lu Jiesen in Chinese, has become a sensation in China after performing a simple good deed that got recorded a bystander. 2. Tripling of PhDs on Food Stamps The number of graduate degree holders who’ve had to apply for food stamps,…

  • Lab Notes: Sunscreen Makers Get Extension for New Rule; Man Gets Rattlesnake Bite Inside Walmart

    labnotes
    15 May 2012 | 4:10 am
    On our Lab Notes page CalorieLab’s editors select and rank the day’s essential health news items in real time. Readers can suggest, vote and comment on items. Below are brief summaries of yesterday’s (May 14, 2012) Lab Notes items. To see today’s items, visit Lab Notes. 1. Sunscreen Makers Get Extension for New Rule Sunscreen makers now have another six months to comply with label changes ordered by the FDA. 2. Man Gets Rattlesnake Bite Inside Walmart Walmart customer Mica Craig, 47, was bitten by a rattlesnake at a Walmart store in Washington State. 3. Testosterone…

  • Stand Up Straight: Intelliskin Performance Clothing and the Benefits of Good Posture

    dr-j
    14 May 2012 | 4:01 pm
    Contributor: “Dr. J” Dr. J offers his irreverent, slightly irrelevant, but possibly useful opinions on health and fitness. A Florida surgeon and fitness freak with a black belt in karate, he runs 50 miles a week and flies a Cherokee Arrow 200. (CC) Joshua Sudock/OC Register Stand up straight! I’m sure most of us have heard that admonition encouraging us to have good posture when we were children. The Benefits of Good Posture You read everywhere about people extolling the virtues of good posture. The American Physical Therapy Association writes, “Posture is important in…

  • Lab Notes: Washington State Has Whooping Cough Outbreak

    labnotes
    13 May 2012 | 4:10 am
    On our Lab Notes page CalorieLab’s editors select and rank the day’s essential health news items in real time. Readers can suggest, vote and comment on items. Below are brief summaries of yesterday’s (May 12, 2012) Lab Notes items. To see today’s items, visit Lab Notes. 1. Washington State Has Whooping Cough Outbreak Washington state is experience an epidemic of whooping cough and taking steps to make people aware of the highly contagious bacterial infection and buying large quantities of the vaccine so teens and adults can get boosters to protect themselves. (By…

  • Lab Notes: Scientists Learn How to Read a Dog’s Mind; Student Fights Flesh Eating Bacteria

    labnotes
    12 May 2012 | 4:10 am
    On our Lab Notes page CalorieLab’s editors select and rank the day’s essential health news items in real time. Readers can suggest, vote and comment on items. Below are brief summaries of yesterday’s (May 11, 2012) Lab Notes items. To see today’s items, visit Lab Notes. 1. Scientists Learn How to Read a Dog’s Mind Dogs can be trained to lie still inside an MRI machine long enough to get brain scans, learn researchers from Emory University in Atlanta. 2. Student Fights Flesh Eating Bacteria Aimee Copeland, 24, is fighting a rare, flesh-eating bacteria called…
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    Healthy Eating Tips

  • What A Degree In Dietetics DIDN’T Teach Me About Saturated Fat

    Melanie
    16 May 2012 | 6:00 am
    nazreth What does bloodletting, scurvy, and our understanding of saturated fat have in common? Before I share the answer with you, allow me to say that while we live in an era of unparalleled educational opportunities, there are some things that are still undervalued, and often unappreciated. Skepticism, curiosity, and the ability to think and research for oneself, are not always met with enthusiasm. Even when there’s concrete evidence to support the view of the minority, popular opinion is not something that likes to go away without a fight. Take, for example, the advice, “Eat…

  • If Your Job Is Like This Then It Could Be Killing You

    Melanie
    8 May 2012 | 4:14 pm
    fuzzcat Yes, I know. It seems like everything is a potential killer nowadays. But, this one is particularly disconcerting for many of us. You see, for years we’ve been led to believe that as long as we follow a regular exercise program, our health should be okay. At least, it should be much better than those who don’t follow a regular exercise program. Makes sense, but it’s not telling the whole story. The sobering news I’m bringing to you today, is that your basic exercise regimen may not be enough. Depressing, or what? So, what’s the problem? Well, according to…

  • The Big Lie Called BMI

    Melanie
    1 May 2012 | 5:06 am
    Image Credit: Arinas74 Even if you don’t know precisely what it is, or how it’s worked out, I’ll hazard a guess that you’ve heard about body mass index, or BMI before. If you’ve ever had a health check with your doctor or dietitian, they probably made a note of your BMI. They may even have used it as ‘evidence’ in their case to help you realize that you need to improve your physical health. But, is it a reliable indicator of your body composition and overall wellness? What Is Body Mass Index? Basically, it is a calculation which uses your weight…

  • What Are Polyphenols?

    Kiko Rex
    25 Apr 2012 | 4:00 am
    With so many “natural” branded foods on the shelves these days, it can be somewhat difficult to weed out the decent foods from the junk posing as healthy food. But, I have some good news to that end. Some of the very best foods for you do not need to be branded as “natural,” and the things that make these foods aesthetically pleasing (in this case, giving them their color) also make them good for you. The “things” in question are polyphenols, which are found in all fruits, vegetables, legumes, and seeds (this includes chocolate). What Are Polyphenols?

  • Is Chocolate Healthy?

    Nadia Jones
    18 Apr 2012 | 4:00 am
    Please welcome Nadia Jones to Dietriffic today by leaving her a comment below ~ Melanie Chocolate, while wonderful and delicious, it’s usually the first thing to get the boot when we try to lose weight. It’s notorious for being high in calories and sugar, making it every dieter’s nightmare. Is Chocolate Healthy? You may have heard that chocolate can be a health food. So, is chocolate healthy? Well yes, some chocolate can actually improve your overall health. This is because it is rich in flavonoids. These are antioxidants that promote healthy skin, and reduce the risk of…
 
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    Weight Loss Journal

  • 22 Tips for Weight Loss pt 4

    Weight Ladder
    16 May 2012 | 8:39 pm
    Here is a quick no nonsense guide to what you can to in order to get healthy and lose weight. This is part 4 in a 5 part series. (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5) 13 - Avoid trans saturated fats and foods with high fructose corn syrup in them. These food items are really not good for you any way, no matter how you look at it. Additionally, by avoiding foods that contain these things you are going to be eliminating a lot of bad types of foods from your diet right away. By becoming more selective in your diet regarding the types of foods that you eat, you will be becoming healthier…

  • How to Protect Your Ankles While Jogging

    Weight Ladder
    16 May 2012 | 8:34 am
    Jogging injuries are very common and can strike everyone from beginners to seasoned pros. One area of the body that is frequently injured during jogging are ankles. Few of us think about our ankles until we’re hobbling around, incapacitated due to a strain, sprain or crack. You rely on your ankles every day and you owe it to them to practice sound techniques to avoid injury. Here are some tips on how to protect those ankles while you’re jogging. Before you even start running, focus on lower leg stretches. A lot of runners make the mistake of focusing more on their quads and upper legs,…

  • Do You Need to Lose Weight on the Inside?

    Weight Ladder
    15 May 2012 | 8:31 pm
    So many of us focus on losing weight externally that we forget that there is an entire mentality that goes with being overweight. This is perhaps one of the biggest reasons that permanent weight loss is so elusive for many people, and it may be keeping you from success. Before you think about losing weight on the outside, don’t forget that you may need to lose weight inside first. For example, how do you view yourself? Is one of the first things you think about anything associated with being large, or being heavy? If it is, then you may need to start thinking thin before you get thin. If…

  • Five Healthy and Permanent Weight Loss Tips

    Weight Ladder
    15 May 2012 | 8:22 am
    Your weight reflects many things including how many calories you consume, how much you work out, and what your individual metabolic rate is like. The composition of the food you're eating is also important as well. Here are some tips for achieving healthy and permanent weight loss. 1 - You need you reduce your carbs. It is almost impossible for you to lose weight and then turn around and keep it off unless you are eating substantially less carbs than you used to, especially when it comes to carbs with a high GL or glycemic load. The consumption of carbs with a high glycemic load can lead to a…

  • More Essentials for Good Health

    Weight Ladder
    14 May 2012 | 8:14 pm
    Here is a look at ten essential tips for good health, which involve diet, weight loss, good nutrition, fitness and movement and other aspects of your health. Tie these ten essential tips together and you will have a picture of good health and wellness. Essential Tip #7 - You need to make sure that you are taking care of your teeth in order to improve your health all over. Recent studies have been making direct connections between your longevity and how you take care of your teeth. Nobody is sure exactly why there is such a strong correlation between dental health and overall health, but here…
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    Stirrup Queens

  • The Undoing of Things

    Lollipopgoldstein
    16 May 2012 | 9:52 am
    I smacked myself in the head with the side of the car door on Sunday.  After the initial writhing around, holding my temple, cursing everyone around me, the pain lowered to a dull throb that lasted for several days*.  All I wanted was to undo the moment, go back in time, not open the car [...]

  • Be Paranoid: People are Talking about You

    Lollipopgoldstein
    15 May 2012 | 10:33 am
    Karen made a very interesting point on my post about the drop in comments.  She writes: Before blogs, we read newspapers, and we did not write a letter to the editor for every item we read, but we talked about interesting stories at work, school, the dinner table or over the back fence. The conversations [...]

  • Your Drop in Comments Explained: The Incredible Shrinking Blog

    Lollipopgoldstein
    14 May 2012 | 6:45 am
    One of my favourite movies growing up was The Incredible Shrinking Woman with Lily Tomlin.  The main character, Pat Kramer, is an ordinary woman who gets sprayed by some perfume that causes her to shrink.  Shrink to the point where she tumbles into the garbage disposal in the sink.  Shrink to the point where she [...]

  • MFA Sunday School (Five: Sestinas; Chopped Edition)

    Lollipopgoldstein
    13 May 2012 | 6:58 am
    Welcome to MFA Sunday School, a once-a-week, free, online writing workshop. MFA Sunday School posts are uploaded on Sunday mornings, though you can read them or participate any time — the comment section is always open for people to post a link to their work or ask a question. You can subscribe to blog posts [...]

  • 392nd Friday Blog Roundup

    Lollipopgoldstein
    11 May 2012 | 6:45 pm
    So. Now I’m really late with this.  But I consider it all Lori’s fault because she’s a distraction.  Watch out if you swing by her blog because she will (1) turn you all healthy and then (2) give you mad coping skills and then (3) teach you something interesting.  And that will use up the [...]
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  • Study Finds Eat Slowly to Prevent Diabetes

    Mark
    10 May 2012 | 10:11 am
    Image by mamchenkov One of the things that we can do in order to help with weight gain is to eat our food slowly. This has been common knowledge now for some years, although some people might not know this. The reason behind it is simple. It can take up to 20 minutes before your brain receives the full signal telling you to stop eating. So if you eat your food  your brain automatically assumes that you’re still hungry, when, in fact, this might not be the case if you’re eating your food to fast, some recent research has come to light that says if you eat your food to quickly,…

  • Why Google Why Me ?

    Mark
    30 Apr 2012 | 5:43 am
    This post may seem quite a digression from what I normally write about. However, there is a very good reason for it. I can assure you during last week I noticed something rather odd had happened concerning my stats of my blog traffic they had taken quite a nose dive and as the week progressed, they got worse and worse. At first I thought there was something else wrong. But then when I started checking other sources of my blog traffic they seem to be saying all the same thing during the course of last week. From what I understand, there were two updates to Google’s algorithm. And for…

  • Does Exercise Makes You Eat More or Less

    Mark
    24 Apr 2012 | 4:33 am
    Image by yourdon Scientists have often wondered about what happens when we exercise when it comes to eating some people eat more. Others eat less. It would seem, for quite sometime now; scientists thought that certain hormones were turned on and off when people exercised, but now that train of thought has been changed  as other evidence suggests otherwise. It seems that exercise may affect your desire to eat. This is due to how certain parts of your brain work when they see food, the culmination of this research has come from two studies which we will look at now. In the first study,…

  • How to Get Yourself a Running Habit

    Guest Poster
    23 Apr 2012 | 4:38 am
    Image by lululemonathletica This is a Guest Post By Julian on behalf of JTX Fitness The health benefits of running are well known and documented across literature and the web. Running regularly makes us slimmer, healthier and fitter and even better, it helps us to balance our stressful lives, relax our minds and makes us overall happier as well. All we need to do is to start running, right? Well, as I am sure many will agree with me it’s just not quite that simple. Running, and especially running regularly requires a vast amount of mental strength particularly during the first few months…

  • The 4 Reasons Why (and How) You Should Incorporate Fat into Your Diet

    Mark
    9 Mar 2012 | 5:37 am
    Image by greatlettuce This is a guest post by This post was written by Ella Davidson of Coupons.org. In modern times, our society is often overly focused on physical appearance so much so that many people forget about staying healthy. However, the truth is that even if you are trying to lose weight it is important to incorporate fat into your diet. Despite popular belief, deciding to remove all fat from your diet is actually a move that is bad for your health, rather than good for it. It is not the total amount of fat in your diet that affects your weight or susceptibility to disease;…
 
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  • Best Body Workout – 2012 – Week 16 – Day 2

    healthhabits
    16 May 2012 | 1:22 am
    Best Body Workout – 2012 – Week 16 – Day 2 is a post from: Doug's Health & Fitness Blog.Today’s workout uses the same framework as Monday’s… A combination of HIRT & Tabata Uses bodyweight-only exercises Is all aboutMore… No related posts.

  • OMG!!! Maqui Berries Are Awesome

    healthhabits
    14 May 2012 | 2:33 pm
    OMG!!! Maqui Berries Are Awesome is a post from: Doug's Health & Fitness Blog.Being a parent is hard work…especially in the morning….as you’re trying to get your little sleepy heads out of bedMore… No related posts.

  • Best Body Workout – 2012 – Week 16 – Day 1

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    14 May 2012 | 1:01 am
    Best Body Workout – 2012 – Week 16 – Day 1 is a post from: Doug's Health & Fitness Blog.Today’s workout…. Is a combination of HIRT & Tabata Uses bodyweight-only exercises Is all about speed (with good form) &More… No related posts.

  • 45 Reasons Why America is Obese

    Douglas Robb
    11 May 2012 | 1:59 am
    45 Reasons Why America is Obese is a post from: Doug's Health & Fitness Blog.America…like other countries… is getting fatter day after day after day. And if you listen to the mainstream media /More… No related posts.

  • Best Body Workout – 2012 – Week 15– Day 3

    healthhabits
    11 May 2012 | 1:24 am
    Best Body Workout – 2012 – Week 15– Day 3 is a post from: Doug's Health & Fitness Blog.It’s Week #15…Day #3….and it’s the last Tabata of the week. All new stuff next week….so let’s get at it.More… No related posts.
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  • My Open and Candid Interview with Anthony Colpo

    Muata
    2 May 2012 | 11:55 pm
    Yes, yes, I know I said I wasn’t going to blog for the whole of 2012, but I don’t think this counts as a post since I’m only posting a link to a recent interview I did with Anthony Colpo  Nevertheless, I hope you guys enjoy reading this very candid and open interview, as I [...]

  • My First (and Last) Blog Post of 2012

    Muata
    3 Jan 2012 | 9:15 am
    First of all, Happy New Years to those still following my damn near defunct blog!  As always, I’ve appreciated the support and wish you all much success in all your endeavors, be they health-oriented or not. Now that the obligatory “Have A Great 20-dozen” is out of the way, let me just jump right into [...]

  • Jack Lalanne’s Video: “Unhappy People”

    Muata
    6 Dec 2011 | 8:11 am
    Here’s yet another classic from Elder Lalanne …
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  • Nuts and Phytic Acid: Should You Be Concerned?

    Worker Bee 2
    16 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    Who doesn’t like nuts? They’re crunchy, fatty, nutritious, and convenient. They travel well. Tossing them into the air and catching them with your mouth is a fun way to impress any onlookers (this effect is enhanced if you sit in a chair backward at the same time). They even turn into butter. Nuts are the common bond between all dietary sects, it seems. Vegans love them for the protein. Ancestral eaters accept them, some begrudgingly. Weston A. Pricers have to soak, sprout, dehydrate, and ferment them before they’ll even consider eating nuts, but in the end, they love them.

  • Why We’re Missing Out on Real Life (plus a Primal Health Challenge)

    Mark Sisson
    15 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    Over the past couple weeks, I’ve identified two deficits in our modern lives – the lack of sprinting and the lack of walking – and proposed a series of corresponding challenges to address (and hopefully fill) those deficits. Judging from the responses, I think these articles were  successful. Today, I’m trying my hand at highlighting another problem, this time one that has nothing to do with physical fitness. In fact, it deals with perhaps the most physically inactive activity you’ll ever do: staring at a smartphone as the world gets on around you. Don’t…

  • Dear Readers: What Do You Want?

    Mark Sisson
    14 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    It’s Monday and that usually means another round of Dear Mark, but today I have something a little different in mind. Today I have some questions for you (along with a chance to win a Primal prize). Since I launched Mark’s Daily Apple way back in 2006 it’s been my goal to help 10 million people take control of their health. While MDA now reaches hundreds of thousands of people every month I’m always looking for new ways to do a better job, so I’m coming to you for ideas. Over the years I’ve put together and given away numerous freebies (the 7-Day Course on…

  • Weekend Link Love

    Mark Sisson
    13 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    Some guy named Jerry Tobbs (I might have that wrong) recently explained why he thinks the campaign to stop America’s obesity crisis keeps failing. Here’s the winning entry from last month’s “ethics of meat eating” NY Times essay contest. What do you think? Don’t eat green bacon (unless it’s St. Patrick’s day). Amish farm kids are “remarkably immune” to allergies, a new study has found. Something tells me Amish moms aren’t slathering their kids with Purell. We Want Paleo!, a new organization devoted to getting restaurants to…

  • Banh Mi Salad

    Worker Bee
    12 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    Banh Mi is an increasingly popular Vietnamese sandwich with a sweet, savory, tangy and sometimes spicy blend of meat, raw vegetables and herbs. Freed from the confines of a baguette, the bold flavors and contrasting textures of Banh Mi also make an incredible salad. In this simple Primal version, peppery seared pork is tossed with a crunchy cabbage and carrot slaw and topped with cilantro, mint and a tangy mayonnaise dressing. Pork is the type of meat that most typically fills Banh Mi sandwiches. This Primal version eliminates the sugar often used to sweeten the pork and instead coats the…
 
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  • An Innovative Approach to the Sitting Epidemic: Chairish Your Health

    Carole
    15 May 2012 | 9:12 pm
    Unless you are employed in landscaping, agriculture, construction, fishing or manufacturing, chances are good that you are sitting in front of a computer for eight hours a day. On average, American employees spend two-thirds of their working hours seated. And even when employees are seated, technology is reducing their calorie expenditure. For example, inputting content on a manual typewriter 30 years ago required 100 more calories a day than inputting the same content on an electronic keyboard requires today. Once home, American families enjoy over five hours of daily television. Add the…

  • Eating Done Right: Dandelion Greens—Food of the Week

    Carole
    11 May 2012 | 9:19 pm
    Now that spring is here and your grass is green, you may not have to go to the grocery store for salad ingredients. Instead, gather some dandelion greens from your yard. If you don’t have a lawn, walk around the neighborhood. No doubt you’ll make new friends who will want to know what you are doing when they see you on your hands and knees gathering up dandelion greens for dinner. My mother frequently assigned the chore of gathering greens to whatever kid was the handiest. Since we lived on a farm in Iowa, our yard could hardly be described as landscaped. Consequently, we didn’t have…

  • Unraveling the Mystery of Weight Loss

    Carole
    8 May 2012 | 10:24 am
    If you try to stay current on the latest insights on weight loss, you quickly realize how multifaceted the issue is. Like a three-dimensional kaleidoscope, the picture is constantly changing. The following items provide insight into obesity as the new social norm, the impact of yo-yo dieting, one person’s 300-pound weight loss and the surprising success of virtual weight-loss programs:Is Obesity the New Norm? Surplus weight and sedentary behavior are becoming increasingly common among Americans, yet our oversized bodies concern us less than ever. According to a national survey conducted by…

  • Four Tips for Achieving Weight Loss

    Carole
    4 May 2012 | 11:43 pm
    Now never seems like the right time to focus on weight loss and fitness. Yet the present moment is all we ever have. Whatever the season or whatever the reason, losing weight always begins with a single thought that leads to a private decision to get fit. Maybe a health problem triggers the resolve, or maybe the number on the bathroom scale has become worrisomely high. Whatever sparks the initial decision, to succeed in achieving our goals, we must take action. Here are four tips that others have used to empower themselves in their pursuit of fitness and weight loss: Manage your appetite.

  • Are You NEAT Enough to Stay Trim?

    Carole
    2 May 2012 | 8:46 pm
    If you think I am talking about tidiness, you’re wrong. NEAT refers to Non-exercise Activity Thermogenesis.That’s a mouthful. To understand the concept, think about it this way. You’re sitting in a chair, watching television—a sedentary state. The effort of sitting upright burns about five extra calories an hour compared to the calories you would burn if you were sleeping. Or you walk briskly for one mile and burn 100 calories. This activity is exercise. Everything else is NEAT.NEAT is important because it significantly influences whether we gain weight or stay trim and fit, according…
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  • A Mathematical Formula for Explaining Obesity

    linda
    15 May 2012 | 7:09 am
    A New York Times article interviews mathematician Dr. Carson C. Chow about the formula he created to figure out the obesity epidemic. His answer is based upon the increase in the American food supply since 1970. If more food is available, we'll eat it. Other gems his model reveals is how the body changes as we lose or gain weight. Cutting 3500 calories does not equal one pound of weight loss. A horrifying revelation: An extra 10 calories a day puts more weight onto an obese person than on a thinner one. For those dieters out there, it takes about a year for your body to reach equilibrium…

  • Let Food Be Your Medicine

    linda
    16 Apr 2012 | 7:00 am
    According to a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, purified fish oil supplements may not offer health protection against heart disease. The new report, a large meta-analysis that pooled and then analyzed data from various clinical trials involving thousands of patients, found that taking omega-3 fatty acids did not reduce the risk of further cardiovascular problems in patients who already had heart disease. This study examined people who already have heart disease, so researchers don't know if fish oil acts to protect people who don't already have heart disease. Also, these…

  • When a Patient Dies

    linda
    5 Apr 2012 | 7:04 am
    Every once in a while, I lose a patient. Thankfully, it hasn't happened on my watch, but it can be someone who is "on program" for physical therapy, that I've treated or evaluated. Often, the death is expected, the patient is being care for by hospice, or is unconscious and unresponsive when PT goes to visit them. Sometimes, their passing is a shock, such as a patient who is alert and oriented, talking and walking, and something goes bad over night like an uncontrollable liver bleed. Sometimes their passing is really upsetting. I discovered during one of my internships that there is a…

  • Pet Ownership Good For Your Health?

    linda
    2 Apr 2012 | 9:54 am
    For years there has been a belief that pet ownership is good for your health. Studies in the past report that having a pet boosts mental health in the elderly by offsetting feelings of loneliness and improving self-esteem. In younger populations, as well, dog ownership correlates with increased exercise from taking the dog for a walk. Harold Herzog, professor of psychology at Western Carolina University (my alma mater!), has recently publish a report in the journal Current Directions in Psychological Science, that refutes the claim that animal ownership is always beneficial. Herzog has…

  • Talking About Weight Control

    linda
    22 Mar 2012 | 7:12 am
    I've recently attended a continuing education course and read a book regarding habit formation. In simplest terms, habits require a cue that encourages people to act a certain way that results in some sort of reward. Technically, habits are neither good nor bad, they simply are a loop system of cue, routine, reward. However, when we begin applying habits to healthcare, we define habits as "bad" when they result in long-term harm. Drug abuse, whether illegal or prescribed, comes to mind. But in a health atmosphere where obesity is epidemic, eating habits must also be address by health care…
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  • 4 Tricks for Getting Buffed Quickly

    Brandon
    14 May 2012 | 12:28 pm
    Many systems and trainers nowadays promote “secret” systems that will make you grow muscles quickly and with little work. Most of these systems don’t work and only get you to spend more time at the gym and more money on supplements. In this article I will describe 4 easy tricks that will speed up your muscle gains right from the first workout. Go for High Intensity High intensity training was first introduced by Arnold Jones (the inventor of the Nautilus workout machine), and was considered an extreme but highly efficient training method. It was then revised, improved and…

  • Controlling Your Thyroid: A Balancing Act

    Brandon
    1 Apr 2012 | 10:21 pm
    The quest for rock hard abs isn’t as straightforward as you think. The most common myths aroundbuilding abs assumes that everything is about being on a straight line. If you eat right (whatever that is supposed to mean), work out properly (again, very vague), and really just think about all of the supplements that you could possibly buy (a waste of money when you have no plan), you’ll not only burn fat, but you’ll have some rock hard abs that everyone will be excited about. That’s just not the case at all. You’re going to need to make sure that you go beyond…

  • How to Lose Weight

    Brandon
    3 Nov 2011 | 9:13 am
    There are probably just as many excuses to not get into shape, as there are reasons to get into shape. The difference is those excuses can lead to less mobility, more illnesses, and possibly an earlier death. The gain in overall health and fitness makes the effort to lose weight worth it. Please remember to visit a doctor before starting any exercise program. Exercise Tips There are different exercises and different exercise programs, and it seems that someone somewhere is promising that their program is the best. The truth is that the best exercise program, especially for the person…

  • 4 Ways to Train Like a Zombie

    Brandon
    28 Oct 2011 | 2:01 pm
    The grotesque, animated bodies of the recently dead are among the most horrifying creatures in all the world. However, were you aware that zombies also serve as fantastic fitness role models? While the slow shamble of the undead may strike a deep fear in your heart, try to learn as much as you can from them before they tear the flesh from your bones. Here are 4 quick lessons we can learn from reanimated corpses. Be Persistent: Think about it. A zombie stops at nothing. He will pursue you to the end of the world if it means one more bite of living meat in his mouth. His legs will break off…

  • FitGear: BTB Sunglasses Review

    Brandon
    24 Oct 2011 | 11:25 pm
    DISCOUNT CODE: Use code FITHACK20 for 20% off any product at BTBSunglasses.com I recently had a chance to review a pair of sunglasses from an up-and-coming distributor, BTB Sunglasses. This company has some unique styles for very active people. The BTB guys were kind enough to give me a pair of my own to take for a test drive; however, the opinions presented here are completely my own. So- the verdict: Pros: Comfort – I can honestly say that I’ve never had a more comfortable pair of sunglasses… seriously. Even after wearing them for hours, I was comfortable- no pinching…
 
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    saly
    16 May 2012 | 3:23 am
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    16 May 2012 | 3:18 am
    This new handbag out of Viktor & Rolf’s Pre-Fall Next year group is certainly unusual . . . and i want it. sac paillettes vanessa bruno noir gris Which happens to be kind of a astonishment. Who would need believed I’d turn out to be right travelling bag the fact that jogs my memory in the front panels however the Ny city friends’ residences?! It understand signs and symptoms regarding it: you’ve got a sliding-chain shut for security using a door…and pertaining to protection with regards to your case! That Paranoia was basically inspired via the duo’s “vision of this…

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    16 May 2012 | 3:16 am
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    saly
    16 May 2012 | 3:14 am
    I’m a woman from newyork US, born in 85-01-19. My favorite sports include: swimming yoga 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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  • Portion Control

    Chris
    7 May 2012 | 12:55 am
    There have been many emails from readers asking about portion control – and more specifically whether or not to actually take it into account when trying to live a healthier lifestyle. And while I think portion control is important to health it is not important in the conventional ways and needn’t be consciously controlled when sitting down to eat. Our bodies have several hormones which work to control our appetite and tell us when to eat. The three most important are Insulin, Gherlin and Leptin. Insulin is a storage hormone which also satiates and controls appetite –…

  • The Incredible Power of Small Fitness

    Chris
    26 Apr 2012 | 5:43 am
    Editors Note: This is a contribution from Jake O’Callaghan of Slow Change and Zenteen. People tell me they’re excited about developing fitness, but just can’t seem to start. They lace up their shoes but can’t make themselves step out the door. They get into push-up position but can’t force themselves to go down. They don’t have a problem once they get started, they just have a problem starting. It’s almost as if they are afraid of the “pain” of the workout. I think all of us, even fitness veterans, have witnessed this problem at some point.

  • The Beauty In being Tenacious

    Chris
    16 Apr 2012 | 8:03 am
    Editors Note: This is a Guest Post from Nate Pennington. And while a bit longer than the average post is well worth your time! The picture above is Nate competing in the world armed forces cross-country championships in Switzerland. The one word I think of when I think of anyone working toward a goal, whether athletes, entrepreneurs, all the way to steel workers working in the mills of my hometown of Mingo Junction, Ohio, is tenacious. Let’s look at the definition of the word - Not easily pulled apart; persistent in maintaining, adhering to, or seeking something valued or desired This…

  • Leaning Out For Summer

    Chris
    10 Apr 2012 | 5:13 am
    We all want to a bit leaner for the summer right? it just feels better and its the time of the year when we are no longer wrapped up and the luckier amongst us hit the beach… As summer approaches everyone is looking for a quick fix to lean out and be in better shape. This article is not aimed at getting you a quick fix, but rather to show you realistic and effective solutions that will help you get leaner and feel more energetic. - Don’t Eat Less, Eat Cleaner. When it comes to leaning out it is the little things that make a difference – simply switching the majority of your…

  • Simple Stress Management

    Chris
    26 Mar 2012 | 5:39 am
    In the world we live in its common place to be subject to stress – whether pshycological, or physical it all compounds as stress on the body in one way or another. The key is learning to manage it effectivly and get the right amount. Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one. – Hans Seyle Stress is not always a bad thing and quite simply something that triggers an internal reaction and response in the body, namely triggering our HPA axis (hypothalamus-pitutary-adrenal) and produces stress hormones. When we have too much stress these hormones…
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  • High Fructose Corn Syrup Makes You Dumb?

    fitness guy
    16 May 2012 | 11:59 am
    I heard this story on the news this morning and it makes a bit of sense to me, even if I am not a rat. High Fructose Corn Syrup is pretty bad for you anyway and this study seems to show that. A new UCLA rat study is the first to show how a diet steadily high in fructose slows the brain, hampering memory and learning — and how omega-3 fatty acids can counteract the disruption. The peer-reviewed Journal of Physiology publishes the findings in its May 15 edition. “Our findings illustrate that what you eat affects how you think,” said Fernando Gomez-Pinilla, a professor of…

  • Time Magazine Breastfeeding Cover

    fitness guy
    15 May 2012 | 10:15 pm
    So what do you think? Are you shocked? This cover of Time magazine is sparking support and outrage all over the country and I guess for good reason. Everyone is a fan of breastfeeding until kids get a bit too old for their comfort. Why is Breastfeeding Important? Well first of all lets get to the root of the issue here. I have never seen a case where any study has said anything bad about the effect of breastfeeding on kids or their parents. Not only is breast milk very healthy for babies but it also helps to create that bond between mother and child helping them to protect the baby and to…

  • Why Does Exercise Sometimes Not Help Weight Loss?

    fitness guy
    13 May 2012 | 4:41 pm
    There’s no doubt that exercise burns calories. So why has study after study found such modest average weight loss even after subjects follow relatively vigorous, well-designed exercise programs? The usual answer is that you unwittingly eat more to compensate for your workout. That’s partly true, but it skims over a vital detail: Few of us are “average.” Break down the study results, and you find that exercise is highly effective at melting off pounds for some people, and ineffective for others. Scientists are now teasing out the factors that explain these different responses – and…

  • Health Risks of Childhood Obesity

    fitness guy
    13 May 2012 | 7:44 am
    There is a lot of concern over the growing rate of childhood obesity today.  In the United States, at least one child in every five is overweight or obese.  Genetic factors play a role but the primary causes of obesity are consumption of high-calorie foods and inadequate physical activity. Due to the rising rate of obesity, weight-related diseases are becoming common among children and adolescents.  There are many health risks of childhood obesity, including the following. Health Risks of Childhood Obesity Type 2 Diabetes – Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease linked to childhood…

  • Causes of Childhood Obesity

    fitness guy
    11 May 2012 | 6:40 am
    Strictly speaking, there is only one causes of childhood obesity, and that is consuming more calories than the body can burn each day.  However, there are certain factors that increase the risk of your child becoming obese.  It’s important to take the necessary steps to decrease these risk factors in order to avoid health problems that may arise from obesity. There are many factors that cause obesity in children and adolescents.  Oftentimes, these factors work in combination to increase the risk of your child becoming overweight.  Below are some of the causes of childhood obesity.
 
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  • NBA Fans Hurt Their Home Team's Free Throws

    25 Apr 2012 | 10:25 pm
    Ask any NBA player or coach where they would prefer to play a high stakes game, home or away, and the vast majority will choose being in the friendly confines of their home arena.  Overall, the win-loss records of most teams would support that, but they would do even better if they taught their home fans a lesson in performance psychology. When it comes to sports skills, research has shown that we’re better off to just do it rather than consciously thinking about the mechanics of each sub-component of the move.  Waiting for a pitch, standing over a putt or stepping up to the free…

  • A Better Way To Evaluate NFL QB Draft Prospects?

    7 Apr 2012 | 7:36 pm
    Andrew Luck - Robert Griffin III Your favorite NFL team breaks the huddle for the first time in 2012 and your shiny, new first-round draft pick quarterback comes to the line.  As he peers out over the defense, everyone, from the general manager to the fans, is confident they chose the right player in the NFL draft because of his dead-on answer to this question, “A train travels 20 feet in one-fifth of a second.  At this same speed, how many feet will it travel in 3 seconds?” Although he struggled with the next question, “What is the ninth month of the year?”, his overall…

  • Daniel Wolpert On Why You Have A Brain

    31 Mar 2012 | 8:35 pm
    Daniel Wolpert is absolutely certain about one thing.  “We have a brain for one reason and one reason only, and that’s to produce adaptable and complex movements,” stated Wolpert, Director of the Computational and Biological Learning Lab at the University of Cambridge.  “Movement is the only way you have of affecting the world around you.”  After that assertive opening to his 2011 TED Talk, he reported that, despite this important purpose, we have a long way to go in understanding of how exactly the brain controls our movements. Daniel Wolpert The evidence for this is…

  • Michel Bruyninckx Trains Soccer Brains

    22 Jan 2012 | 6:22 pm
    Michel Bruyninckx When describing what’s wrong with today’s youth soccer coaching, Michel Bruyninckx points to his head. “We need to stop thinking football is only a matter of the body,” the 59-year old Belgian Uefa A license coach and Standard Liège academy director recently told the BBC. “Skillfulness will only grow if we better understand the mental part of developing a player. Cognitive readiness, improved perception, better mastering of time and space in combination with perfect motor functioning.” We’re not talking about dribbling around orange cones here.

  • "Quiet Eye" Can Help A Surgeon's Patients And Golf Game

    13 Dec 2011 | 2:33 pm
    Surgeons now have a really good excuse to be out on the golf course.  Researchers have shown that the same training technique that will improve their putting can also improve their operating skills.  Dr Samuel Vine and Dr Mark Wilson, from Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Exeter, tested both elite golfers and surgical residents in two separate experiments using the gaze control technique known as the “Quiet Eye.” First, they divided 22 elite golfers, (handicaps less than 6), into two groups after their baseline putting performance was measured.  The control…
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    Losing It & Loving It

  • Grilled Asparagus

    Angie
    15 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    Last week I talked about healthy grilling and how to grill salmon on a plank.  Grilled vegetables is another great way to grill healthier foods and grilled asparagus is ideal.   Today I’m going to tell you a super easy way to grill asparagus. To begin with, you need to prepare your asparagus by snapping the woody part off near the bottom of each spear.  If you hold the asparagus at the end with one hand and an inch or two up from the bottom with the other and just bend, the stalk will naturally break in the right place. Next, make a glaze to brush onto the asparagus before grilling.

  • Menu Plan for Week of 5/14/12

    Angie
    14 May 2012 | 10:53 am
    Time for this week’s menu plan.  We’ll keep trying to follow a menu but it’s not been working out so great for us. It’s mostly me with the issue because I never know what I ‘m going to feel like having for dinner.  Trying not to be too specific this week so it gives me a little room to play with. So here we go!  We’ll see how we do this week. Monday- Tuna and Soup Tuesday- Dinner out Wednesday- Breakfast for dinner Thursday- Fish/veggie (hopefully we’ll pick up some salmon so we can have some grilled salmon on planks) Friday- Buffalo tempeh for me,…

  • 2nd Annual Better Healthy Living Challenge

    Angie
    12 May 2012 | 8:56 am
    The Challenge The 2nd annual better healthy living challenge is coming up next month.  I can’t believe it’s been a year already but I’m ready for it, are you?. Last June, the challenge was a hit.  Sure hope you’ll jump in and participate!  The rules have changed just a bit this year and are much easier than last. Since my readers are a nice mix from beginners to advanced when it comes to fitness, weight loss and healthy living, we are going to keep it simple.  Simple is good! Your goal for this challenge is to focus on doing ONE new thing every week that will…

  • Eat Smart Digital Kitchen Scales Review

    Angie
    11 May 2012 | 4:11 pm
    Have you heard of the Eat Smart Precision Pro Digital Kitchen Scale?  I was sent one to review and I really like it. I have had a scale in the past but this one is much easier.  Two buttons and small enough that it doesn’t take up counter space. We keep it out of the way by putting it on top of our microwave. Our old scale had to be plugged in and I prefer that this one is battery operated.  Thank goodness the old one bit the dust. You can measure anything on a plate or in a bowl because the tare option eliminates the weight of the plate/bowl.  But you can also measure directly on…

  • Benefits of Almonds

    Angie
    9 May 2012 | 4:16 pm
    Do you love almonds as much as I do? There are a lot of ways to use almonds.  You can just pop them in your mouth for a quick and healthy treat and you can get sliced almonds to use on oatmeal or other hot cereal, in yogurt and much more. What about using your food processor to make your own almond butter?  I have seen a lot of people do that and I want to try it sometime.  Almonds have so many great nutritious benefits too.  But as with anything else, eat them in moderation. Benefits of Almonds Packed with fiber Helps reduce risk of heart disease Helps lower bad cholesterol and raise the…
 
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    Natural Bodybuilding with Marc David

  • Can You Gain Weight from Coffee?

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    13 May 2012 | 7:39 pm
    Can you gain weight from coffee? What a peculiar question I thought.   Who would gain weight by simply drinking a cup of coffee?  Then I realized that maybe it’s not common knowledge about what types of coffee people are referring to or in particular, how that coffee is prepared. Can You Gain Weight from Coffee IF: … you drink straight black coffee (caffeinated or decaffeinated) without anything added?  The answer is NO.  Like drinking water, straight black coffee without any additives of any sort, contains no calories and therefore you cannot gain weight.  You might over…

  • Squats with Resistance Bands

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    11 May 2012 | 12:00 pm
    If you’re stuck trying to get past a plateau and looking for alternative and unique methods to dig yourself out of a workout rut, you might want to keep reading. With the explosion of the modern internet and growing number of experts giving you rehashed but slightly twisted fitness information, we’re all way past fitness overload. Getting past a plateau can be a huge hurdle if you are trying to continually make some type of progress in your workouts. This means that you should use every option at your disposal and be as efficient as possible in the gym in the time allotted.  Even…

  • Poll: Why are kids fat?

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    9 May 2012 | 12:00 pm
    Map of Energy consumption (kcal/person/day) per country in 2001-2003. World average was 2800 kcal/person/day. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Why are kids fat? The other day I overheard two people at my gym talking about why they think kids today are fatter than 20 years ago. I think it’s a bit more complicated than pointing to more access to a soda.  But what do you think? Why are kids fat? Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. I’d like know your thoughts on the issue. Marc David – CPT “The NoBull Muscle Guy”…

  • Shed Some, Gain Some: How to get your body in its Right Shape

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    8 May 2012 | 12:00 pm
    This is a guest post by Krisca Te, Australia’s leading provider of TAFE courses A friend told me the other day: “What’s the point of dieting? I go on a diet, I avoid certain food that I like, I eat less and watch the pounds fall off. I am very happy with myself; with my dedication, with my success over my appetite. Then it takes a few months or a few years and I’m right back where I’ve started. So why go through all this? My body apparently is happy to be at this weight. ” But are you? It is not only about the way you look, it’s about health. Research shows over and over…

  • Pan Fry Salmon

    marc@justaskmarc.com (Marc David)
    6 May 2012 | 3:07 pm
    Pan Fry Salmon – Walnut Crusted Salmon from the best bodybuilding cookbook around, Anabolic Cooking. Pan Fry Salmon from Metabolic Cooking It’s late on a Friday night and I suddenly get “volunteered” to make dinner.  I’m an honest person and truth be told … I’m not a chef I don’t like to cook I eat because I need fuel I’ve never ever attempted to pan fry salmon I look around the kitchen and without an idea, I think to myself… “You know Marc, you printed out that Anabolic Cooking cookbook and it’s in the bottom…
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    The Fitness Center - Orlando Sentinel

  • Healthy Monday Tip #20 — Reduce stress with spring cleaning

    Wesley Alden
    14 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    The Healthy Monday Campaign has designated Monday as the day to start and sustain healthy habits. Why Mondays? It’s the January of the week, the perfect time for a fresh start. By setting a day (Monday) every week for people to think about and focus on their own health and the health of their families, the campaign aims to change the public’s attitude on overall health. Tip #20 — DE-CLUTTER, DE-STRESS It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re surrounded by clutter; it’s just one more reminder of what needs to get done. However, taking the time to clear and organize even one space…

  • Free gym membership offered to teens for summer months

    Audrea Huff
    11 May 2012 | 8:43 am
    Lifestyle Family Fitness is offering a free two-month membership to kids aged 12-17 this summer. The offer runs from May 1 to August 15 and includes all-day access on weekends and until 4 p.m. weekdays and free strength and cardio clinics. Kids, bring your parents to the first visit to the club to complete the signup process. For more and to register online, visit www.lff.com/teen. And click here to find a LFF gym in your area.

  • Healthy Monday Tip #19 — Develop a diverse work out

    Wesley Alden
    7 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    The Healthy Monday Campaign has designated Monday as the day to start and sustain healthy habits. Why Mondays? It’s the January of the week, the perfect time for a fresh start. By setting a day (Monday) every week for people to think about and focus on their own health and the health of their families, the campaign aims to change the public’s attitude on overall health. Tip #19 — WHAT’S YOUR INTENSITY There are varying degrees of exercise intensity. Light-intensity activities, like cooking or shopping, don’t require much effort.  Moderate-intensity activities, like a brisk…

  • To be fit and fabulous, take a bite out of the Big Apple

    Wesley Alden
    1 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    Eileen Daspin will discuss her book at Barnes & Noble at Colonial Plaza Market Center on Saturday, May 5 at 1 p.m. In spite of the fact that there’s more temptation on the tiny isle of Manhattan — more four-star restaurants, food carts, bakeries and pizzerias than anywhere else on the globe — women in Manhattan are a lot thinner and healthier than they are in Orlando (or in most areas of the country according to author Eileen Daspin, who grew up in Orlando).  Her book “The Manhattan Diet: Lose Weight While Living a Fabulous Life” aims to explain this phenomenon. Since most my…

  • Healthy Monday Tip #18 — Fresh is best

    Wesley Alden
    30 Apr 2012 | 3:00 am
    The Healthy Monday Campaign has designated Monday as the day to start and sustain healthy habits. Why Mondays? It’s the January of the week, the perfect time for a fresh start. By setting a day (Monday) every week for people to think about and focus on their own health and the health of their families, the campaign aims to change the public’s attitude on overall health. Tip #18 — IT’S GOOD TO GO BAD A food’s expiration date is a good indication of how processed it is. If your food takes years to expire, it’s probably full of preservatives and artificial ingredients.  Fresh…
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    Nicki Anderson

  • Mother’s Day is a Celebration of All Women

    Nicki
    9 May 2012 | 10:56 am
    I always felt like a Queen with a towel wrap. (Me at 3 yrs. old) I have had an interesting and blessed life, really. I know some people say “My life is blessed,” and it seems empty. I mean it. My life has been blessed because I’ve had the good fortune of having some incredible people in my life. My life has been interesting in that I was a product of “War of the Roses”  long before Hollywood made it the norm. It was in the early 70′s when normal marriages stayed together despite any arguments or differences within the unit, except for mine. Today, people…

  • Dissecting Diets

    Nicki
    11 Mar 2012 | 12:28 pm
      I admit, my first attempt at weight loss as an overweight teen was a diet. In fact, it was Weight Watchers.  However, back in 1978, WW was significantly different. It really wasn’t a “diet” like we know today, it was an education in healthy eating, a healthy diet. For the first time in years, I abstained from eating fast food, started moving more and ate fruits and vegetables every day. Since that time, weight loss strategies and the ridiculous number of fast-n-easy diets has dramatically changed people’s relationship with food. Instead of discovering how food…

  • It’s March, Do You Know Where Your Resolutions Are?

    Nicki
    1 Mar 2012 | 2:36 pm
    Well, it’s March 1st. New Year’s resolutions have been shelved as guilt settles in to each sedentary day. We’re reminded of our lost commitments as weight loss programs dominate advertising space on television, magazines and in our head. It’s the time of year when we wished we had held tight to our resolutions, but as history shows, other priorities have strong-armed healthy intentions. All is not lost, however; there are things to consider before you get back on the horse and ride your way into the healthy living sunset. Most people abandon their resolutions when the vision of…

  • Living in a Judgement Free Zone

    Nicki
    9 Feb 2012 | 10:59 am
        I was all ready to post a blog I wrote regarding the hoopla surrounding Demi Moore. Sad situation, but fortunately, she has the  means to get the best resources to help her get her life together. I opted not to post the blog because after a meeting I attended today, I realized that there are amazing women out there, with problems as deep if not deeper than Ms. Moore’s, yet without the means or access to help. It doesn’t make her issues insignificant, it simply makes the struggles of every day women and their ultimate survival seem incredibly significant.  When…

  • Kids and Obesity- Who Is To Blame?

    Nicki
    29 Jan 2012 | 1:49 pm
    If they were looking for volunteers, I’d be the first one in line to help teach kids about healthy living. There is clearly a shortage of health education for kids these days, and if it is being taught, it’s not being taught well. Full disclosure, years ago, I fed my kids fun fruits and fruit roll-ups. Yes, we went to McDonald’s and Burger King. I potty trained my kids with M&M’s, yes, I did all the things I shouldn’t have done. But that was before I knew something wasn’t right. When I was pregnant, I made every effort to eat whole, pure food. Why…
 
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    Yum Yucky

  • Ten Little Things That Mean A Lot To Your Fitness Goals

    yumyucky
    15 May 2012 | 9:53 am
    One less hour of staying up way too late at night.Two less bites of your favorite decadent food.Three more reps to go! Don’t stop now. Just finish it.Four excuses you kill and don’t allow to hinder you anymore.Five consecutive days of consistency with your fitness.Six minutes to plan tomorrow’s workout and healthy food choices.Seven reasons you’re going to make it happen for real this time.Eight ways you end the self-neglect and finally make yourself a priority.Nine extra gulps of water throughout the day.Ten less minutes of bullshitting, procrastination and staying…

  • Picture Show! The Greedy Family Does Mother’s Day

    yumyucky
    13 May 2012 | 11:01 pm
    Welp, I didn’t achieve a picture with the entire Greedy Family. This is the best I could do: Me, Greedy Baby, and Greedy Kid #3, chillin’ outside in the afternoon. But let me back up and start the day from the beginning….My first order of Mother’s Day business was to banish all family members away from my presence so I could accomplish the entire 50-minutes of Totally Ripped Core in sweaty solitude. DONE!Then I moved on to my morning fro down. I passed on the pancake breakfast to indulge in Tropical Shakeology instead. This was my first time using “frozen…

  • My Workout Log Explained, and How Logging Can Make You More Badass

    yumyucky
    12 May 2012 | 12:00 am
    do you like my chicken scratch?I pretty much always Tweet and Facebook my workout totals. What you see in the pic is how I log my workouts in real time as they happen. Everything gets tracked.I pull out my interval timer and my agenda book. And in that book is a record of every workout I do. Even if it’s a rest day, I write it down “rest day” in the book. A lot of it comes out looking like chicken scratch (scribbling down numbers in the few seconds in-between intervals), but it’s my own form of fitness hieroglyphics to help me stay accountable.What do all those cryptic…

  • Get ‘Da Funk Out! How to Rid the Ongoing Smell of a Stank Sports Bra

    yumyucky
    10 May 2012 | 11:01 pm
    These women prefer topless due to Stank Sports Bra Syndrome.Alas! You no longer have to waste cash on special detergents or inflict voodoo exorcisms upon your sports bra to get the fitness funk out. The issue originates with a brand spankin’ new sports bra. But over time? My bras were getting stankier and stankier, no matter how many times I washed them. You, too?While wearing a supposedly fresh ‘n clean sports bra, by 10-minutes into my workout, the stanky ghost of 15 workouts past would release itself from the fibers of my bra, causing many odorous offenses that made my nostrils…

  • Yum Yucky Style: Do What You Love

    yumyucky
    9 May 2012 | 11:01 pm
    New feature, everybody! The more fit I get, the more awesome and confident I feel on the inside & out. Don’t you feel the same? This new-found freedom makes me wanna get all swaggerrific ‘n stuff. Here’s the first of many-to-come Style Sets for your viewing pleasure. The theme is “Do What You Love”.Nike 6.0 Legacy Bikini Swim Top: I’ve been shopping for swim tops recently. I have 2 so far, but this one right here is the sexiest I’ve seen yet. I put in a demand to get it as one of my mother’s day gifts. Oh yeah! I’m gonna have…
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    Revenge of the Curves

  • This Week In 'What Is Wrong With Black Women' - Why Black Women Are Fat

    Nichelle Gainer
    7 May 2012 | 6:15 pm
    Josephine Baker, in March 1951 at age 45, singing into a mic which conceals her hand-held corsage onstage at the Strand theater in New York during her US tour. Photo: Alfred Eisenstaedt//Time Life Pictures/Getty Images. It just so happens that I've been reading Alice Randall's latest book, "Ada's Rules: A Sexy, Skinny Novel," on my daily commute for the last few days and, lo and behold, she writes an op-ed in the New York Times with the incendiary click bait-ish title "Why Black Women Are Fat." And, she dares to answer that question: "Many black women…

  • Soul Food Junkies & Nikki Giovanni

    Nichelle Gainer
    10 Jul 2011 | 10:22 pm
    Byron Hurt, the filmmaker who is probably best known for the documentary, Hip Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes, has started an online fundraising campaign to complete his latest project, Soul Food Junkies. Nikki Giovanni on beer, government secrets and the first black woman in space. And food: We are foodies, my family and I. My grandmother was an extraordinary cook. Her miniature Parker House rolls have been known to float the roof off a flooded house in hurricane season. Grandpapa made pineapple ice cream so rich and creamy, with those surprising chunks that burst with citrusy flavor. My…

  • Secret Weapon: MD SolarSciences Mineral Screen Tinted Gel SPF 30+

    Nichelle Gainer
    4 Apr 2011 | 6:36 pm
    I am still surprised by the number of  people who need to be convinced to use sunscreen in this day and age.   We are more likely to die of melanoma (like Bob Marley), the deadliest form of skin cancer, because it is more likely to develop undetected. Cancer worries notwithstanding, my vanity has made me a regular sunscreen user for the better part of twenty years now.  I have my staples, but I am always happy to try something new.  I usually avoid any sunscreen that contains titanium dioxide (aka "black girl's kryptonite) but I was pleasantly surprised with the selection from…
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    JCD Fitness

  • Get Your Butt Out of the Hole – How To Improve Your Squat

    JC Deen
    16 May 2012 | 9:51 am
    Today’s article comes to us courtesy of Jarlo Ilano, PT, MPT, OCS, physical therapist and co-founder of Gold Medal Bodies. Squats.  I love ‘em.  There are probably some states and municipalities where they’ll let me marry them.  I’m sure my wife would understand, she knows what they mean to me. Like with any great love, [...]

  • A Case for Frequent Squatting

    JC Deen
    10 May 2012 | 11:05 am
    You know, it’s funny. If you were to ask me two years ago about how to improve my squat, I would’ve replied with something like “cycle your intensities,” or “don’t train the movement more than twice per week,” or “drop the movement altogether and replace it with a variation for a short period,” only to [...]

  • FitSmart Episode #5

    JC Deen
    10 May 2012 | 10:29 am
    FitSmart Episode #5: Today Roger and JC cover the following topics: Lifting shoes – check out Nick Hortons article called The 5 Best Oly Lifting shoes under $200 in 2012. Squat Depth – going to parallel, what matters and why. Roger mentions how Bulletproof Knees helped him with his knee issues. Best Way to find [...]

  • Fitness and the Internetz: Battling Objectivity, Rationality, and Even Our Own Psychology

    JC Deen
    23 Apr 2012 | 12:15 pm
    image credit: 4johnny5 A few days ago, my good friend Dick Talens of Fitocracy.com graciously tagged me in a Facebook thread he started that opened many a can of worms.  When I read his questions the first time through, I knew it would yield a ton of opinions, thoughts, rants, and some eventual trolling. Dick’s [...]

  • FitSmart Podcast #4

    JC Deen
    19 Apr 2012 | 9:51 pm
    What’s up everybody?  Roger and I just got done with our 4th podcast.  Below are the topics we discussed.  Please excuse us for the audio – lots of stuff going on outside when we recorded… What we do for our own training and nutrition How to go about setting goals Bulking or cutting? – Bret [...]
 
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    Shrinking Sisters

  • Weight of the Nation: Please watch it

    Gail Gedan Spencer
    16 May 2012 | 10:09 am
    I'm giving you Part 1 of HBO's documentary series "The Weight of the Nation." The cable network wants as many people to see this as possible, so if you don't subscribe, you can watch the entire series on HBO.com. I'm making it even easier -- watch Part 1 right below, then head over to HBO's Weight of the Nation website and watch the rest there. I just watched the last two parts this morning and spent a good time of it either yelling at the bureaucrats and food companies or slapping my face, "Home Alone"-style at some of the statistics. Have you watched it yet? What do you think?

  • Tunes for Tuesday: Give Me All Your Luvin', by Madonna

    Gail Gedan Spencer
    15 May 2012 | 10:14 am
    In honor of my recent Madonna dream, here's her new single, which is fun to run to (I did yesterday). Just don't stop and start doing a cheerleading routine in the middle of the sidewalk (unless you want to).

  • Analyze this: My Madonna dream

    Gail Gedan Spencer
    11 May 2012 | 5:13 pm
    I'm not really into dream analysis -- just too "woo woo" for me. But the dream I had Sunday night had me waking up Monday morning with a big smile on my face and a renewed sense of purpose to get to my Happy Weight. {Cue the "dream sequence"...} OK, not that Madonna dream. Here was mine: I was organizing a huge aerobics class in a football stadium, and Madonna was going to lead the exercisers. I was concerned that there wouldn't be enough room to move around up in the stands so we could only use the floor area of the stadium. After Madonna had her routine nailed down, I went into the green…

  • Wordless Wednesday: Spin with Schmidt

    Gail Gedan Spencer
    9 May 2012 | 7:14 am
    Max Greenfield's character Schmidt on New Girl is hilarious in its self-absorption. Check out Schmidt's thoughts on teaching a spin class and remember, it's all acting (or is it?).

  • Tunes for Tuesday: La Vida Es Un Carnaval, by Celia Cruz

    Gail Gedan Spencer
    8 May 2012 | 9:58 am
    I know -- more Zumba music. But hey, I just got back from a Zumba class at the gym and I'm still smiling and sweating. Also, this song is the last cut on a FREE running mix from Rock My Run. I jogged it yesterday and it's super fun.
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    Turbulence Training

  • Legs will be sore

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    16 May 2012 | 8:46 am
    My training today: Squat, box jumps, bulgarian split squats, glute ham raises. Later today I'm off to Cleveland for a Dan Kennedy seminar where I'll have little access the Internet to answer emails. Once I sneak back into Canada on Saturday, it will be time to enjoy a well-earned holiday weekend... Today's QnA from

  • Protein and Success QnA

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    15 May 2012 | 9:06 am
    After a set of 6 hill runs in the forest by the farm, I sat back for a fitness and success QnA session. Q: Craig, are you taking in any supplements (protein shake, amino, creatine)? what's your take on 1gram of protein per 1lb of weight to gain muscle as being mentioned in a lot of fitness magazine? are you following the same? Answer: 1g per pound

  • How to train for a tough mudder

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    14 May 2012 | 8:03 am
    We did a reverse QnA on my Facebook page today where I asked people who had done a Tough Mudder or Warrior Dash race to post about their experiences. Here were the replies. 1) I did the dash in Minnesota. I would say the heat, and hills were the worse. It was held at a ski resort, so lots of hills. I would have done more hill sprints in advance. - Adam

  • Classy Craiggy in San Diego

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    13 May 2012 | 10:34 am
    Friday was a late night in San Diego with Matt Smith, Bedros Keuilian, and 30 awesome personal trainer friends of mine. We had a great dinner at Donovan's Seafood restaurant. We ended up going to Donovan's for dinner five nights in a row. If you go there, get the sea bass...after you train at Fit Athletic, of course. This morning I did

  • San Diego Workout and Motivation

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    11 May 2012 | 9:12 am
    Another great workout at Fit Athletic in San Diego. Watching the sun come up over Petco Park is a pretty good training view. Meathead Friday workout of DB Press, Pullups, Bench, Row, Triceps, and and Lateral Raises. Great start to the day. Now off to hang out with over 35 trainers and learn from Bedros Keuilian and Matt Smith. Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
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    Swim Bike Run Live

  • Sudbury Sprint

    Jamie
    8 May 2012 | 11:21 am
    My first shot at earning another spot at the Age Group Nationals starting line. 5:30am came early. I was up, out the door and on my way to the start line with fellow Rev3 teammate, Julia, in tow. While I tried not to put too much pressure on this race, it had the potential of completely changing my race schedule for the year. I could either lock down a qualifying slot at one of the first local triathlons of the season, or I could scramble to try to enter race after race for the next 2 months in hopes that I can grab it somewhere else. To avoid getting too strung out, I tried to focus on it…

  • Three Things Thursday: Fox – Clocks – Knox

    Jamie
    3 May 2012 | 11:27 am
    Blogging has been light lately, but except for a few hiccups, training has been solid.  Coach Hirsch is happy with the work that I’ve done, and that makes me happy. Plenty of serious and steady training all the way back to mid-December. I think I’m in the best swim/bike shape that I’ve ever been in at this point in the season. The run? Meh. We’ll see if I can pull that together, but it is definitely coming along. Race season is coming up quickly and that is the true test of my training after all. In lieu of actual real SwimBikeRun updates, here are three random…

  • Caption Contest: Slippery Edition

    Jamie
    18 Apr 2012 | 12:38 am
    I stumbled on this picture and it was too funny not to share. Between the chick laughing in the back and the tons of aero gear sprawled out over the ground, I got a good chuckle. I feel bad for the guy (because this is exactly the kind of thing that will happen to me one of these days) but that doesn’t mean we can’t have some fun with it. You know what that means? CAPTION CONTEST! The person with the funniest caption suggestion wins a high five from me. Here are a few to get you started. “My coach’s plan is to swim all out until I get on the bike. He said nothing about…

  • BAA Deferment and Triathlon Elitism

    Jamie
    17 Apr 2012 | 4:17 am
    Let’s face it. Even if most triathletes are incapable of excelling in any one sport and instead decide to be mediocre at three, we still have this elitist mindset when it comes to single sport athletes. Take the Boston marathon expo for example. While it is practically tradition across all endurance sports to don gear from other big races you’ve done on the days before a big event as a badge of honor, there is a growing trend of triathletes wearing Ironman gear at the Boston expo. It is the clothing equivilent of screaming. “Most of my marathons have been after a 2.4 mile…

  • Starting of the season right

    Jamie
    16 Apr 2012 | 10:08 am
    While it seemed like every Boston runner that isn’t doing the marathon decided to do the BAA 5k yesterday, the idea of doing a 3 mile race with 5,000 people makes me throw up in my mouth. Just a little bit. NOT my kind of race. Instead, I picked out a local 5k just down the street from my house for a little run fitness test. It could not have been any more different than the craziness going on downtown. I registered 30 minutes before the race. Just walked up and handed over cash in exchange for a bib and timing chip. Then Sam and I decided to just lay in the shade on a soft patch of…
 
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    Fat to Fit by Stefan Pinto

  • The “C” in “C Diet” does not stand for “Cinco de Mayo”

    Stefan Pinto
    5 May 2012 | 2:30 pm
    Did you know, the “C” in the “C Diet” stands for “choice”? Since the Facebook C Diet was created in January, people have learned to make mindful food choices simply by taking a picture and describing what they see. Sometimes, what they see makes them happy, sometimes it makes them not so happy, regardless if they choose to admit it or not. You see, the whole point of the C Diet is realizing that the choices we make surrounding the food we eat are really our own. It is not up to a restaurant, nor is it up to your spouse, your bff, or the party host — or even your children.

  • The Facebook C Diet vs. “Meal Plans”

    Stefan Pinto
    22 Apr 2012 | 5:11 pm
    One person who signed up for my Facebook C Diet — and paid — sent no photos on the first day of “class.” They mistakingly thought I would be sending everyone individualized, daily meal plans. Actual Participant on my new Facebook C Diet Here’s why I don’t send meal plans: What happens if you’re on an airplane, during a long flight — or any flight? Or, say… God forbid, you’re visiting someone at the hospital. Or, you get invited to your sister’s / brother’s / daughter’s / son’s / best friend’s wedding? Would you kiss the bride with Lean Cuisine?

  • Can You Lose Weight with a Camera Phone?

    Stefan Pinto
    13 Feb 2012 | 11:54 am
    Can your camera phone help you to lose weight? The Facebook C Diet is a social media experiment in mindful eating using a cell phone camera and Facebook. It was created to see if food craving compulsions could be controlled through community-based, online coaching.Over 100 people sent requests to sign up; twenty were selected in the beta round. Participants wanted to find out if their food choices were based on convenience, calories, cost or a combination of all three. [See their remarkable transformations on Facebook] Unlike a written food journal, the act of imminently photographing what…

  • Is Spandex Keeping you Fat?!

    Stefan Pinto
    1 Feb 2012 | 1:27 pm
    When I was fat, I was convinced that all dry cleaners were shrinking my clothes. Mei (May in American), my newest dry cleaner would cheerfully promise “no possible no shrink” as she quickly shook her head and took my bundle.Yet, suddenly it seemed, my suit pants made my butt look big, my dress shirts were too constrictive and wearing a tie made breathing impossible. “Years ago, when we made a suit or a coat, it was built like a battleship. Today, it’s beautiful clothes but high comfort level,” said George Simonton, professor at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology…

  • Transformation isn’t something that you get around to doing

    Stefan Pinto
    8 Jan 2012 | 4:58 pm
    To all of the unique people who want(ed) their transformation to begin on January 1st because everyone else is doing it, remember: if you go with the flow, you might miss the boat. A transformation isn’t something that happens when you find the time. It isn’t something you can add to your calendar; begin my amazing transformation – and then drag to a new day because there’s a scheduling conflict. Because the calendar says it is time, will not bring about a transformation, because time is not a factor that will change your life. Time is simply a measure of existence and…
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  • Get Your Butt Out of the Hole – How To Improve Your Squat

    JC Deen
    16 May 2012 | 9:51 am
    Today’s article comes to us courtesy of Jarlo Ilano, PT, MPT, OCS, physical therapist and co-founder of Gold Medal Bodies. Squats.  I love ‘em.  There are probably some states and municipalities where they’ll let me marry them.  I’m sure my wife would understand, she knows what they mean to me. Like with any great love, [...]

  • A Case for Frequent Squatting

    JC Deen
    10 May 2012 | 11:05 am
    You know, it’s funny. If you were to ask me two years ago about how to improve my squat, I would’ve replied with something like “cycle your intensities,” or “don’t train the movement more than twice per week,” or “drop the movement altogether and replace it with a variation for a short period,” only to [...]

  • FitSmart Episode #5

    JC Deen
    10 May 2012 | 10:29 am
    FitSmart Episode #5: Today Roger and JC cover the following topics: Lifting shoes – check out Nick Hortons article called The 5 Best Oly Lifting shoes under $200 in 2012. Squat Depth – going to parallel, what matters and why. Roger mentions how Bulletproof Knees helped him with his knee issues. Best Way to find [...]

  • Fitness and the Internetz: Battling Objectivity, Rationality, and Even Our Own Psychology

    JC Deen
    23 Apr 2012 | 12:15 pm
    image credit: 4johnny5 A few days ago, my good friend Dick Talens of Fitocracy.com graciously tagged me in a Facebook thread he started that opened many a can of worms.  When I read his questions the first time through, I knew it would yield a ton of opinions, thoughts, rants, and some eventual trolling. Dick’s [...]

  • FitSmart Podcast #4

    JC Deen
    19 Apr 2012 | 9:51 pm
    What’s up everybody?  Roger and I just got done with our 4th podcast.  Below are the topics we discussed.  Please excuse us for the audio – lots of stuff going on outside when we recorded… What we do for our own training and nutrition How to go about setting goals Bulking or cutting? – Bret [...]
 
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  • Oh My Abs Burn 4.6 Minute Core Workout Plus Jury Duty Sucks

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... & Dan Boyle)
    16 May 2012 | 10:57 am
    Out of all the areas of my body to wake up and feel sore the day after a workout, I will admit sore abs brings me the most satisfaction. When you wake up with sore abs there is an immediate feeling of achievement, as if you feel you’re one step closer to a flatter stomach… “wait I think I see more defined abs”… may have crossed my mind this morning when I woke up and felt the post exercise soreness. Of course I know it’s all mental, because no matter how many crunches or plank holds you do or how sore your abs are you aren’t going to see them if you…

  • 5 Reasons Why You’re Still Feeling Fat In Front Of The Mirror And How Not To

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... & Dan Boyle)
    15 May 2012 | 8:33 am
    I can give you all the health and fitness knowledge that I know, but what you do with it is up to you. I hear it all the time, people asking why they aren’t seeing results. After all, they’re showing up, they’re working out. What’s the problem? Why doesn’t your body reflect the effort that you’re putting into it? Read over these suggestions and give each some serious thought. Could this be you? And if so, what can you do about it? 5 Reasons Your Not Seeing Results From Workouts You are training too much.  There is such a thing as overtraining, and I know because I’ve done…

  • Playing Hometown Tourist

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... & Dan Boyle)
    14 May 2012 | 7:36 am
    But Your Honor, I Don’t Wanna! Wish me luck today, I will be hanging out in the Charleston Court playing jury duty. I am hoping this is a one day thing, because let’s face it does anyone actually enjoy jury duty? It would really be wonderful if I showed up and was told that the case had settled out of court… a girl can dream! Finding My Love For Charleston I was born and raised in this beautiful city. But as many people can relate sometimes you miss the beauty of things that are right in front of you. I’ve always loved it, but I haven’t take the time to really appreciate…

  • The Best Total Toner Thigh Exercise For Women

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... & Dan Boyle)
    13 May 2012 | 4:27 pm
    Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there. I hope that you’re relaxing and having the kids pamper you like crazy today, because that’s what you deserve! Mom’s Day Recap I really need to get some updated pictures of my family.  I don’t even think that Dan and I have taken pictures together since our honeymoon! Blogging project?? For my mom, grandmother and sister-in-law I put together a luncheon. I showed up at my parents loaded with with Whole Food Goodies! To match everyone’s taste and keep it somewhat light I put together: A salad bar (make your own…

  • Barre Burned My Butt!

    kdg.charleston@gmail.com (Taylor Ryan... & Dan Boyle)
    12 May 2012 | 3:58 pm
    Thursday morning after teaching boot camp, I made my way to Barre Evolution in Mt. Pleasant. They invited me in to try a workout and I was all over it. I was even more excited when I did my research and learned about the two woman entrapreneurs behind Barre Evolution. Once upon a killer workout, two driven and dynamic women—a former New York City marketing executive and the owner of a Charleston-area Pilates studio—found themselves sidling up to the same barre.  Nancy Meyer, a 12- year barre fitness veteran, was hungry to find a great workout south of the Mason Dixon line and Nicole…
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    Fat Loss By Eating What You Want

  • Forks Over Knives Food Documentary – My Thoughts & Musings

    admin
    27 Apr 2012 | 9:41 am
    Forks Over Knives is a 2011 American documentary film directed by Lee Fulkerson, an American independent filmmaker. The film examines the “profound claim that most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting our present menu of animal-based and processed foods,” principally by tracing the careers and research of American physician Caldwell Esselstyn and professor of nutritional biochemistry T. Colin Campbell. (source: wikipedia) WOW! I was very impressed with this movie which I watched on Netflix. I also saw it…

  • Refreshing Cool Yogurt Treat

    admin
    26 Apr 2012 | 8:55 pm
    Recipe reposted from Prograde Yum! 2 of my favorite things: Lemon + Mint Take a spin in your food processor (or use an immersion blender): 6 oz. container of plain Greek Yogurt 1/4 cup of frozen raspberries zest from a 1/4 of a lemon (more or less, depending on your preference) a sprig of spearmint leaves 1 scoop of Prograde Vanilla protein powder. Nutrition Data: Calories: 187 Protein: 27gms Carbs: 17 gms Fat: 0 gms Eat this as a refreshing, cool yogurt treat, or freeze in a small container for delicious frozen yogurt! Tip: For an even more intense citrus punch, as well as more color, use…

  • Is Your Nutrition Plan Customized For YOU?

    admin
    26 Mar 2012 | 4:11 am
    So you have heard it many times before, “Eat 5 to 6 small meals a day to boost your metabolism and jump start your weight loss.” But what does that REALLY mean for your particular body type? Did you know that for optimal results these factors need to be taken into consideration? Your current height Your current weight Your current body fat percentage  (Get Your Body Fat Stats Here) Your current physical activity level I have found that I need to eat 300 calories at every meal if I have 6 meals / day just to start losing weight. I wasn’t eating enough and I was just…

  • Why Should I Eat Greek Yogurt?

    admin
    3 Feb 2012 | 10:47 am
    I really hate the taste of regular yogurt. There was only one low fat vanilla yogurt that I really loved. I later learned that it contained a lot of high fructose corn syrup which isn’t good for losing my belly fat. I started to hunt around for other alternatives. Greek yogurt was the top alternative.  I noticed that regular yogurts are still high in sugar and fats but I noticed less in Greek yogurt. Benefits of Greek Yogurt It is higher in protein than regular yogurt It is lower in carbohydrates than regular yogurt It is thicker and creamier than regular yogurt It has less sodium than…

  • 3 Ways To Instantly Improve Your Breakfast

    admin
    17 Sep 2011 | 8:04 pm
    Article reposted from Prograde Nutrition By Cassandra Forsythe-Pribanic, PhD, RD For some [horrible] reason, today’s breakfast has turned into a sugary, processed-carbohydrate, empty-calorie, fat-promoting mess. This is not a breakfast of champions Typical breakfast foods that most people now eat include: •    Skim Milk and a Sweet Cereal •    Toast and Jam •    Bagel and Cream Cheese •    “Breakfast Bar” •    Pancakes and Syrup (usually sugar-free/artificially flavored) •    1 Egg with Toast In most of these meals (other than the one with the egg), the…
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  • How I Overcame Low Back Pain & Broke A National Deadlift Record

    FitJerk
    13 May 2012 | 12:59 pm
    There are two schools of thought when it comes to being the best. One theory says that aiming for the top is hard, tedious and difficult since everyone wants to be up there. Another theory says that it’s easy, since there is less competition at the top because most are trying so hard to be mediocre instead. Truth is a funny thing, specially once you achieve something at a high level, and the truth is that both those statements are true. The work involved is tough as shit, you better have some dedication. But once you’re there, the snowball effect works in your favor and you keep getting…

  • Why Starting A Workout Sucks – And What To Do About It

    FitJerk
    3 May 2012 | 1:45 pm
    My Swedish brother from another mother, Dr. Bojan recently said on facebook “what you feel is a lie”. He was referring to the fact that although he felt like pure shit, when the managed to finally hit up the gym, he crushed his workout. In fact, he hit PR’s (Personal Records) on two out of his 3 lifts.Now mind you, being a doctor who lifts heavy, he is one crazy f*cker and was doing a self experiment where he ate around 650 calories per day. And yet, somehow the workout was a success. How? Well as you’ll soon see, pushing past limitations has nothing to do with your…

  • Here’s A Testimonial Most Fitness Trainers Would KILL For

    FitJerk
    28 Apr 2012 | 12:50 pm
    What lies below is a direct cut-and-paste of an email form one of my clients who has, after some serious work,  achieved bad-ass status. Some might call it a tear-jerker. I call it life changing… because after you’re done reading this, you will walk away a different person from when you started. Count on it…“There are times in life when decisions are crystal clear. Like the day we buried my father. To this day, 15 years later, I can still remember the precise thought as the first shovel of dirt hit his urn, that I had a choice; to bury my sadness and grief and fill the cavernous void…
 
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    Quick Weight Loss Blog

  • Examples of Carbohydrates

    15 May 2012 | 5:31 am
    Here are some examples of carbohydrates and an explanation of the effects they have in our body. We will also cover high carbohydrate low fat diets and the impact they have as well as answering the questions: How do low carbohydrate diets work?

  • Desperate To Lose Weight Quickly | How To Lose Weight Quickly

    15 May 2012 | 5:27 am
    If you're desperate to lose weight quickly, then here are 3 simple and fun ways to lose weight. These principles will help you to lose weight quickly, get in great shape and improve your overall health.

  • Cure Insulin Resistance | Insulin Resistance Symptoms

    15 May 2012 | 5:23 am
    In most cases it is possible to cure insulin resistance by following a protocol that includes a specific nutritional plan, a range of supplements and a regular exercise program. In this article we will cover each these areas so you can overcome insulin resistance quickly and easily.

  • Calories Needed Per Day to Lose Weight

    15 May 2012 | 5:21 am
    The number of calories needed per day to lose weight is slighlty less than the number of calories needed for a person to maintain weight. In determining the number of calories burned in a day

  • Best Weight Loss Supplement | Fat Burning Supplement

    15 May 2012 | 5:18 am
    In this article we will discuss how you can identify the best weight loss supplement, what are the top fat burners and how to identify the best fat burner supplement for you!
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    Guide on Fitness and Diet

  • Why Do People Love The Acai Berry?

    Fitness Diet Insider
    16 May 2012 | 3:18 am
    Many people love the Acai Berry. This remarkable small fruit can revolutionize that means to be happy and healthy, because taste is very big and very good for you also. Let’s talk a little about why it only recently have been found out “the miracle foodstuffs” so important for sew diets, and also to loss [...]

  • How Do I Lose My Belly? Find The Answer Here

    Fitness Diet Insider
    15 May 2012 | 3:17 pm
    A very common question for many of us is “how do I lose my belly fat?” Let’s face it belly fat is a huge problem for mankind. Especially for those of us who live in the United States of America. Our society is an over weight group. It really does not matter what our age [...]

  • Higher Energy With Fitness Diet

    Fitness Diet Insider
    15 May 2012 | 3:16 am
    Tons of people are having numerous troubles connected to nutrition programs and diet routines. After having the complete dinner they will not be able to get up and do their labor correctly. The basic explanation for this dilemma is that people do not take fitness diet for getting better energy. Fitness diet is the main [...]

  • Muscle Building Foods To Build Muscle Fast Quick Meal Ideas

    Fitness Diet Insider
    14 May 2012 | 3:17 pm
    One of the hardest parts about building muscle and exercising to get great results is a nutrition plan. On occasion eating literally becomes a chore between shopping, food preparation, and wondering what to eat next. Bodybuilding Meals ought to be enjoyable and easy to make up. If you want to Build Muscle Fast you must [...]

  • Great New Fat Burning Method. Find Out More Here.

    Fitness Diet Insider
    14 May 2012 | 3:17 am
    We all dream about a perfect body and a good health. And wouldn’t it be great to have a product that can help burn body fat and build muscle with no nasty tricks? And also a fun read and user friendly book? Help arrived because this product can make your dream come true when it [...]
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    Living The Fit Life

  • The Best Exercise for a Bangin’ Booty (video)

    Kimberly
    14 May 2012 | 10:52 am
    If you are trying to get a nice looking butt, spending all day doing hamstring curls ain’t gonna cut it! In order to have a nice looking rear view, you have to work all 5 of these muscles… Read more on The Best Exercise for a Bangin’ Booty (video)…

  • The Toughest 15 Minute Workout Ever…

    Kimberly
    15 Mar 2012 | 9:12 pm
    Want to get in a challenging workout but short on time? Try this t-shirt drenching 15 minute circuit I came up with today… How to do the workout: Set your timer for 2:1 = 2 minutes of cardio followed by 1 minute of abs Read more on The Toughest 15 Minute Workout Ever……

  • 5 Moves to Burn Off Those Super Bowl Calories

    Kimberly
    6 Feb 2012 | 10:18 am
    There were an estimated 120 million people watching the Super Bowl yesterday… And I know there were alot of nachos, dips, burgers, pizza, beer, potato skins, hot wings and other tasty treats being passed around. Read more on 5 Moves to Burn Off Those Super Bowl Calories…

  • How to Gain Muscle with Supersets

    Kimberly
    23 Jan 2012 | 1:09 pm
    “I’m not seeing results anymore.” The reason why you reach a plateau is because your workout consist of the same old stuff! Your body needs new stress loads which slightly tears the muscles. During rest time, your muscles rebuild and become even stronger (sorta like a scab growing on the muscle). Now your muscles are able to handle new stresses– which keeps the muscle growth/recovery cycle going. Read more on How to Gain Muscle with Supersets…

  • Could Weight Loss Be a Stick of Gum Away?

    Kimberly
    29 Nov 2011 | 11:15 am
    I’ve heard of having an “after-dinner mint” to settle your stomach, but a stick of gum to lose weight? That’s exactly what research out of Syracuse University believes. But don’t go buying Trident just yet… Read more on Could Weight Loss Be a Stick of Gum Away?…
 
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  • I’m balding, so what?

    mustafahatwadi
    10 May 2012 | 11:19 am
    We’ve seen Hollywood stars and pop idols like Jason Statham and Pitbull carry off the “bare” look impeccably. It’s something I’ve been playing with since I spotted a bald patch at the back of my head about two years ago. It triggered off a personal crisis of epic proportions. I found myself lost in thought regularly, wondering why this was happening to me. All that thinking didn’t help, though. It only made me lose more hair. The hair loss has slowed down, but I still keep my hair shorn short today.read more

  • Run For Fun

    sherwinchua
    25 Apr 2012 | 10:02 pm

  • Coachella - Connecting People (Even Dead Ones)

    khazminj
    16 Apr 2012 | 9:07 pm
    I spent much of the weekend watching the live streaming of the Coachella music festival on YouTube. How awesome is technology when it can connect people half the world away, and across multiple timezones, to share the same musical experience simultaneously with thousands (maybe even millions) of other music fans.read more

  • MH Runners: HPB Healthy Coffee Shop Run

    leonardlai
    20 Mar 2012 | 9:44 pm

  • Join Men's Health Singapore On Pinterest!

    khazminj
    18 Mar 2012 | 8:36 am
    If you've not tried it out, go ahead and check out Pinterest. It's probably the hottest online trend right now. What is it? It's basically a visual way to bookmark all your favourite online things, from products to infographics, as well as videos and websites. read more
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  • Should I Let My Son Play Football?

    michael
    8 May 2012 | 9:29 pm
    Our ten year old son absolutely loves football. While our other kids have gravitated toward other sports, this one has always been drawn to football. While he enjoys the physical aspects, he’s also attracted to the mental aspects of the game. The degree to which he analyzes games is really remarkable, and it’s a blast to watch them with him. He’s quick to recognize offensive formations, the subtleties of various defensive schemes, etc. He plays pickup games every day during recess, carries a football wherever he goes, and spends hours in the backyard honing his throws. Given…

  • Obesity, Smoking, and the Cost of Healthcare

    michael
    3 May 2012 | 1:00 am
    I recently ran across an interesting article on the high cost of obesity. In it, they detailed all the unanticipated costs that society faces due to the growing obesity epidemic. It was pretty eye-opening — and a little depressing. The costs that they highlighted included having to replace wall-mounted toilets with floor-mounted toilets in hospitals to support obese patients, increased fuel consumption (to the tune of nearly a billion gallons of gas per year), etc. They also touched on medical costs, and compared obesity to smoking. As it turns out, smoking doesn’t influence…

  • Exercise and Alzheimer’s Disease

    michael
    2 May 2012 | 9:02 am
    My dad was recently diagnosed with something called Lewy body disease (a.k.a., Lewy body dementia, or dementia with Lewy bodies). It’s sort of like a cross between Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. Not a good combination. Given the above, I’ve been reading a lot about dementia and related maladies. In doing so, I recently ran across an interesting study in the Archives of Neurology on the connection between exercise and Alzheimer’s disease. Before you freak out, I should say that it’s a positive connection… As it turns out, a regular…

  • How to Use the “Zombies, Run!” App with RunKeeper

    michael
    20 Mar 2012 | 11:55 am
    As a followup to my review of “Zombies, Run!”… I just wanted to answer the question “Does Zombies, Run! work with RunKeeper?” After a bit of testing it appears that answer is “yes.” Here’s how. As a reminder, my iPhone crashed the first time I tried to use Zombies, Run! and RunKeeper together. To be fair, however, my iPhone is running the Absinthe jailbreak and a ton of tweaks, and I think one of the last tweaks I had installed made it a bit unstable. So… I uninstalled that tweak and tried again. This time, it worked beautifully. I started by…

  • Zombies, Run! — Review and First Impressions

    michael
    18 Mar 2012 | 8:08 pm
    Hmmm. It’s been awhile, huh? Well, this afternoon I found something worth writing about, so I thought I’d plunk down on the couch and do just that. That “something” is the “Zombies, Run!” app for iOS. In case you’re not aware, this is a new (and somewhat pricey @ $7.99) app for the iPhone and iPod. And possibly the iPad, too, if you’re willing to run with a 10 inch tablet. Anyhoo… Zombies, Run! is sort of an interactive audiobook game-type thingy that mixes (yep, you guessed it) zombies and running. You’re the star of the story, and…
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  • Uses of Coconut Oil: Tropical Traditions Gold Label Coconut Oil Giveaway

    Fitness Training Programs
    15 May 2012 | 9:16 am
      For those of you who’ve been following my blog for any length of time you know my affinity for coconut oil. I use it on just about everything from cooking to baking to moisturizing my skin. It’s one of the most versatile oils out there and it’s also healthy for you. In case you don’t know why coconut oil is healthy for you take a look at an old post called Cuckoo for Coconut Oil. Today, I wanted to discuss some uses of coconut oil you may not know about and then give you a chance to sign up for my Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil Giveaway. I won’t bore you…

  • Help…I’m Sensitive To Food!

    Fitness Training Programs
    25 Apr 2012 | 8:18 pm
    I can’t deny it, I’m sensitive to food but I know I’m not the only one! For those of you who have been reading this blog for any length of time, you know my personal battles with gluten and milk. I thought I would forever be able to gouge myself on Papa John’s Pizza and Frosty’s from Wendy’s but all “unhealthy” good things come to an end. I don’t miss them but I do miss the convenience of having it delivered to the door or pulling in the drive thru and saying, “I’ll have a #2.”   Yes, the convenience thing was a…

  • Are You To Busy Working Out to Work In?

    Fitness Training Programs
    17 Apr 2012 | 8:01 pm
        I know what you’re thinking, what is working in? I didn’t know what working in was myself until I heard fitness guru Paul Chek mention it on a radio show I was listening to a couple of months ago. In that interview, Paul described how he would have power lifters go through the motion of lifting without any weight. He would stress that they breathe correctly and really concentrate on what they were doing. He also talked about how he did Tai Chi as his way of “working in.”   It sounded like a great concept but I thought to myself, “Why do I need…

  • What’s The Connection between Protein Consumption and Vitamin A?

    Fitness Training Programs
    10 Apr 2012 | 7:50 pm
    What’s the connection between protein consumption and Vitamin A? I dare you to pick up any mainstream fitness magazine and not see a gazillion ads for protein in the form of whey or bars. Go ahead… I dare ya! The truth is there are countless ads in fitness magazines for protein. Why?   Well, for starters everybody knows protein builds muscle and the more protein you take in the bigger the muscles, right? That is what the fitness magazines want you to think. If you don’t believe me, then ask yourself this: why do their ads always contain a big bodybuilder dude with a big…

  • The Truth About Enzymes

    Fitness Training Programs
    28 Mar 2012 | 3:28 pm
    What’s the truth about enzymes? I guess, I’ll have to tell you. This is Truth from the Trainer, right? First, I want to tell you about my experience and how I learned about enzymes. About 5 years ago, anything I ate seemed to give me gas and make me bloat. I know…too much info but I had to share and its for a purpose..can you cut me a little slack this time? I thought the gassy, bloated feeling I was experiencing was something that just came with age.   It wasn’t until I decided to take a proactive approach to my health that I realized this wasn’t the case. If…
 
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  • Mom Goes From Flab to Fab!

    pradeep
    30 Apr 2012 | 6:22 am
    Nymphia Vishin, professional & new mother shares her experience on how Fitho weight Loss plan helped her get from flab to fab with an easy to follow and practical diet & exercise routine.   Story as shared by Nymphia Vishin: “I had put on weight post my pregnancy.  After undergoing a C-sec for the delivery [...]

  • Best Energy Drink

    prachi
    3 Apr 2012 | 1:14 am
    Have you ever wondered why people carry energy drinks or bars to the gym for an hour of workout? Sometimes gyms also promote the sale of such products reinforcing the importance of these energy stimulants for the workouts.  Does this habit help you burn more calories or add calories instead of burning them? Let us [...]

  • Skeptic Javed Loses 7 Kg in 2 Months

    prachi
    19 Mar 2012 | 7:02 am
    Fitho weight loss program’s success story as shared by Mr. Javed Khan. “My Name is Javed Khan. I am a senior executive at a IT company in Bangalore. Few years back I used to weigh around 70 to 72 kg, but due constant work pressure and sedentary life style I put on some extra 5 [...]

  • Blood Type Diet Explained

    prachi
    14 Mar 2012 | 5:48 am
    The most popular weight loss formula followed by leading dieticians, especially in India, is the blood type diet. This blood type diet is based on Peter D’Adamo, a naturopathic physician, and the writer of  Eat Right 4 Your Type, findings that ABO blood type is the most important factor in determining a healthy diet, and [...]

  • Hindustan Times Feb 25 : Defying Vertical Limits

    pradeep
    25 Feb 2012 | 2:43 am
      Fitho is in news again with its latest in fitness: 12 minute workout & BootCamp at Lodhi Garden. Our 12 minute workout is a power packed exercise routine that not only saves time but gets your blood pumping. Based on leading researches that confirm exercising just 15 minutes a day can have many health [...]
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  • Most people brush their teeth the wrong way

    16 May 2012 | 7:26 am
    Almost all Swedes regularly brush with fluoride toothpaste, yet only one in 10 knows how to wield the brush to prevent tooth decay.

  • Diabetes screening in schools, says Azad

    16 May 2012 | 6:14 am
    Concerned over the increase in diabetes among children and adolescents, the union health ministry has initiated a school-based screening programme for diabetes  on pilot basis in six districts in the country, Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad said Wednesday.

  • Cut out 300 calories to avoid piling pounds after dieting

    16 May 2012 | 4:43 am
    Despite the best of intentions, many dieters pile the pounds straight back on. Now experts think they know why – and it’s nothing to do with a lack of willpower.

  • A 53 millions Americans might develop diabetes by 2025

    16 May 2012 | 4:42 am
     Diabetes, mainly type 2 diabetes, will affect 53.1 million Americans by 2025, an increase of 64 percent from 2010, researchers have warned.

  • Binging on sweets may make you stupid

    16 May 2012 | 4:06 am
    In a new UCLA rat study, researchers including an Indian have for the first time shown that a diet steadily high in fructose slows the brain, hampering memory and learning.
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    Lose Fat, Gain Muscle: STRONGandFIT.net

  • Home Abdominal Workouts Turbulence Training Sale

    7 May 2012 | 10:31 pm
    Turbulence Training is having another promo!  This week you can get the Home Abdominal Workouts program for only $7.  Just click here to check it out.

  • Xtreme Fat Loss Diet

    1 May 2012 | 5:43 am
    Joel Marion is relaunching his best-selling program. This is an intense diet/exercise plan to lose fat in 25 days (Five cycles of five days).  You can learn more about it here: Xtreme Fat Loss Review

  • Eat Stop Eat 5th Edition

    10 Apr 2012 | 2:50 am
    Brad Pilon Brad Pilon has updated his extraordinary book on intermittent fasting.  I have expanded my Eat Stop Eat Review to include some of the new stuff.  It's pretty amazing to look at the level of leanness he personally achieved with this diet. 

  • Turbulence Training Adventure Race Training+Bodyweight Cardio $4.95

    10 Apr 2012 | 1:04 am
    Turbulence Training is offering a new promo: Adventure Race Training and Bodyweight Cardio 3.  You can get both for only $4.95 (workout of the month promo).  Just CLICK HERE to check it out. Note:  You can check out my Turbulence Training Review for information on the whole program.

  • Visual Impact Cardio (Rusty Moore)

    22 Mar 2012 | 8:47 pm
    Rusty Moore's in-depth fat loss program is here. You can read my review of it over on my other blog: Visual Impact Cardio Review 
 
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  • A List Of People I Learn From

    Dan Blewett
    12 May 2012 | 5:07 am
    Back in 2009 I started this website, before I started what has become a fast-growing strength training and velocity development business. My friend and mentor Nick Tumminello suggested I start a blog. I did, but for months I was embarrassed by it, feeling as though I had no business having a web presence. Who was I? But, I found that people started reading and they, thankfully, told me that they both enjoyed and were helped by what I wrote. I kept going. That said, much of what I write about is a blend of: My own experience as a player who has tried most everything to improve. Experiences…

  • What To Do After Pitching

    Dan Blewett
    10 May 2012 | 5:24 am
    More questions….”What should I do after I pitch?” Here are my suggestions, in order: 1. Immediately Get Some Quality Nutrition. People who know nutrition for athletes know that the post-workout window is the most important meal of the day. Proper supplementation after strength training and/or competition gives the body the building blocks to stimulate a positive hormonal response and jumpstart reparative processes. In simpler terms, getting good nutrition after competition allows the body to better heal itself and grow stronger for the next game or practice. Here’s…

  • “The Baseball Gods Reward The Pious”

    Dan Blewett
    9 May 2012 | 5:58 am
    This line has become my unofficial mantra of late. What does it mean, you ask? I was first introduced to the Baseball Gods by my good friend and ex-coach of T-Bolt Nation, John Duffy. The Duff-Man explained away many Karmatic occurrences as the work of the Baseball Gods, the deities who keep the game in check. Here’s an example: -Umpire blows a call for Team A. Team A is mad and was clearly wronged. -Batter on Team A subsequently hits a 19-hopper that hits the base and shoots over the fielder’s head. Team A got retribution for the out they lost…because the Baseball Gods like…

  • Pitching: To Ice or Not To Ice?

    Dan Blewett
    7 May 2012 | 7:35 pm
    A question I am often asked is, “Should I ice my arm after I throw?” Well, it depends. Here’s the thought behind it… What Ice Does Slows bloodflow to an area, thereby reducing local swelling and inflammation. This is a good thing for acute injuries. However, continuously reduced bloodflow can also reduce healing time, as bloodflow is required to shuttle reparative processes to distressed tissue. This is why you only ice for about 15-20 minutes at a time, after which you must allow the tissue to return to normal temperature before icing again. If you’ve ever had…

  • 1=1000. An Equation For Mental Success

    Dan Blewett
    4 May 2012 | 10:12 pm
    Making it to the Major Leagues? It’s an impossible journey. 1=1000 Throwing a complete game? That’s an awful lot of flawless pitching. 1=1000 Writing a book? I don’t even know where to start. 1=1000 Losing 50 pounds? That’d take too much work. 1=1000 Running A Marathon? I think I’d die. 1=1000 Adding 10 miles per hour to my fastball? That’s a big jump. 1=1000 A Journey of A 1000 Miles Starts With One Step. Life seems unmanageable when you consider the magnitude of any worthwhile undertakings. I want to be a big leaguer. I have to dominate this and every…
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  • Bennett clinches Olympic berth in San Diego

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    12 May 2012 | 12:26 pm
    Many consider San Diego to be the birthplace of the triathlon. Whether it is or not, the sport was focused on the city this weekend as it played host to the 2012 International Triathlon Union (ITU) World Triathlon Series. Although...

  • Raelert and Lidbury take titles home from Mallorca

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    12 May 2012 | 11:30 am
    Around 2,300 athletes from 63 different countries answered the starting gun today for the 2012 Ironman 70.3 Mallorca. This was the second running of this event on the Spanish island of Mallorca. Last year, German pro Andres Raelert...

  • 2012 Knoxville Rev3 results: Bennett and Williamson take titles

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    6 May 2012 | 12:25 pm
    Another Revolution3 Knoxville is in the books. A talented pro field came to eastern Tennessee for the Olympic distance race consisting of a 1,500 meter swim, a 40 km bike ride and a 10 km run. Last year&nbsp...

  • Naeth takes 2012 Ironman 70.3 St. Croix women's race

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    6 May 2012 | 11:06 am
    Several of the women entered in this long-standing event were strong podium contenders. Angela Naeth and Mary Beth Ellis already have 70.3 wins this year. Naeth won the 70.3 Panama, and Mary Beth Ellis successfully defended her...

  • 2012 Ironman 70.3 St. Croix results: Potts takes men's race

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    6 May 2012 | 10:21 am
    The Ironman 70.3 St. Croix has roots back to the 1988 America's Paradise Triathlon, making it one of the older races in the series. Much of the attention in the men’s race was focused on...
 
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  • May race planner for Southwest Florida

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    28 Apr 2012 | 10:10 am
    May provides local runners a number of opportunities to race. Let’s run through some of the events scheduled for the month.May 5- Englewood YMCA County Line 5K: This event raises funds for scholarships for needy children in...

  • Healthy recipes: Dark Chocolate Espresso Granola Bars

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    30 Nov 2011 | 10:00 pm
    It has been a while since we looked at a clean eating recipe. Fortunately, Ana from Estero sent the Fitness Examiner a recipe that sounds pretty tasty. Today we are going to find out how to make Dark Chocolate Espresso...

  • Southwest Florida races for Thanksgiving 2011

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    31 Oct 2011 | 7:47 pm
    The November 2011 race planner finishes out the month with three races on Thanksgiving Day.Click here for early November races.Click here for November 19 races. November 24: Cape Coral Turkey Trot- This is the 32nd year for this...

  • 2011 Race planner for Southwest Florida: November 19

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    31 Oct 2011 | 6:55 pm
    Our round-up of November 2011 races in Southwest Florida continues with 3 race opportunities on November 19.Click here for early November races.Click here for Thanksgiving Day races.November 19: Pumpkin 5K- This 7:30 am race is...

  • Race planner for Southwest Florida: early November 2011

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    31 Oct 2011 | 6:03 pm
    As the weather cools down, the number of race opportunities in Southwest Florida increase. November 2011 offers up several races, including some less common distances. This article will cover races in the first half of the month. Click here for...
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  • Fitness Roadblocks: 3 Things Blocking Your Success

    Joyce
    5 May 2012 | 1:30 pm
    Flickr: hbp_pix After a gazillion years of doing this health and fitness stuff, you end up hearing lots of reasons people never lose that weight they’ve been battling with for years. The typical “I don’t have time or money excuses” are really, I think, excuses for excuses. So I wanted to dig a little deeper into what might be holding you back.   3 Reasons You Haven’t Found Success   1. You don’t want to be a party pooper:  You’re out with your friends and everyone is ordering all the yummy stuff on the menu and buying rounds of cocktails.

  • A Travel Workout to “Reset” Your Body (Guest Post) by @WorkoutNirvana

    Joyce
    27 Apr 2012 | 11:15 am
    Now that you have some ideas from my Healthy Traveler: 10 Do’s and Don’ts post that I hope will help you be happier and healthier on your travels, all you need is an exercise plan and you’re set.  So I asked fitness expert and one of my favorite workout-creating friends Suzanne Digre to design an awesome workout you can do anywhere in any size space with no equipment necessary! From the desk of Suzanne… Sometimes it seems like there’s no way to avoid feeling dehydrated, sleep-deprived, and bloated while traveling. Ironically, travel is usually when we usually need…

  • Can my Weight Gain Destroy my Marriage? (Guest Post) by @kodjoworkout

    Joyce
    23 Apr 2012 | 6:09 pm
    It is a fact that America is getting heavier by the day. According to statistics, 2 out of 3 Americans are currently overweight, and more than 1 out of 3 are obese. This mind-blogging rise in weight is clearly the byproduct of the proliferation of fast food restaurants across the country, coupled with our lack of exercising. Evidently, we love putting the blame on our busy schedules, and occasionally we find comfort in the belief that some of us have been biologically predisposed to be overweight. Whether we like taking full blame for our poor health habits, or shifting the blame on other…

  • Healthy Traveler: 10 Do’s and Don’ts

    Joyce
    18 Apr 2012 | 3:01 pm
    Flickr: rickharris Frequent travelers face a different set of health challenges than most of us do. For some, travel is on a weekly basis, so those challenges become somewhat a normal part of their lives. The food selections (I use the word food loosely) on planes, in terminals, and at rest stops and roadside restaurants are most often highly processed, heavy on the sodium and sugar, trans-fat laden, and fiber poor. Couple that with lots of sitting and you’ve got yourself an unhappy, unhealthy traveler. With a couple of my own trips coming up, I thought about the challenges and…

  • What’s Driving Your Emotional Eating?

    Joyce
    3 Apr 2012 | 1:02 pm
    Even though I blog about healthy living and promote the lifestyle does not imply that I’m 100% on the mark all the time. I’m far from perfect. Just ask my husband, my kids, and my friends. So when asked recently if I’ve ever struggled with emotional eating, that would be a definite Hell to the yes! I am after all, human. I tend to NOT have an appetite when stressed or anxious or worried, but the times when I felt sad, unloved, or alone I felt hungry. …For something… Deep down I knew I was trying to feed a hunger; but it wasn’t hunger of the nutritional…
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    Pilates Goddess Blog

  • Learning Pilates from YouTube

    lyndalippin
    1 May 2012 | 9:50 am
    You may know that I have a YouTube channel and free Fitness Sanity Podcast, with good basic Pilates workouts and some discussions on basic biomechanics and how they relate to the Pilates exercises. Every once in a while I wonder if they really do any good; if people really watch them, use them, and get any value from the videos. Yesterday I checked my Facebook Page and there was this lovely private message from a fan in Australia. This MADE MY DAY! Hi Lynda, I would like to thank you SO much for your amazing Pilates youtube videos! I am from Melbourne, Australia and have been doing short…

  • Off-Topic Rant on Occupy Wall Street

    lyndalippin
    23 Apr 2012 | 3:50 pm
    I was walking through City Hall park last Thursday evening around 6:15pm and happened to notice an interesting grouping of one white woman who looked to be in her early 20s, who was sitting at one of the chess tables and talking to two homeless African american men in the same age group. As I walked past I heard the words, “it can be a lifestyle choice” leave her mouth, and was compelled to slow down and listen. It sounded like things could get interesting! One of the men replied, “I haven’t chosen this. If I had a place to sleep, I would sleep there. If you want to…

  • Learning How to Eat Properly

    lyndalippin
    2 Apr 2012 | 12:50 pm
    I have a huge confession to make. Really. Huge. Since I returned to NYC with all of it’s fabulous foods, I have lost all control over what, when, and how I eat. Seriously, I went from being a highly controlled and regimented eater to all over the place. Now instead of grabbing my quick yogurt, berries, and seeds bowl for breakfast I have choices, and not all of them are good. Bagels with cream cheese and lox? Cheese omelets with home fries and bacon? Waffles? Biscuits with sausage at Kitchenette? Even a good old Egg McMuffin can be great when you haven’t had one in years. I find…

  • Love Yourself Like a Great Guitar

    lyndalippin
    25 Feb 2012 | 4:38 pm
    Image via Wikipedia Not many people know this, but I actually learned how to play acoustic guitar from my third grade homeroom teacher, who was the music teacher. She taught us how to play Gloria Gaynor’s I Will Survive as our first major song project and my parents very lovingly took me to the local music store and bought me my own guitar! Even to this day, I have special place in my heart for acoustic guitar, and especially great sounding instruments like rogue acoustic guitars. A well maintained and tuned acoustic guitar produces beautiful music. Today I started thinking about how…

  • Dr. Stuart McGill on Kettlebell Swings

    lyndalippin
    25 Feb 2012 | 4:10 pm
    Image via Wikipedia Over the past couple of decades I have built up a reputation as a very back-safe and back-friendly Pilates and Fitness teacher, so I was always amused when guests who didn’t know me would question the safety of certain modalities for their backs. One that consistently came up was the kettlebell general and the swing in particular. “My trainer told me to never work with kettlebells because I have a bad back and you swing them.” “Those swings look dangerous for the back.” “I can’t do that with my back.” To which I would respond…
 
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    Smooth Fitness Exercise Blog

  • Ways to Make Your Diet Easier

    Smooth Fitness
    16 May 2012 | 8:10 am
    While dieting is a very rewarding process, it can be a difficult one. Many individuals struggle with staying on track, weight loss plateaus, and resisting temptation. Sometimes it may seem as if you need to make a major dietary change, but in many cases small changes over time almost always lead to healthier and longer lasting results. Overcoming these obstacles and knowing what to change is difficult on your own; therefore, we have come up with some tips to keep your diet simple and easy.   5-6 Small Meals a Day This is a very common dietary change that has time and time again proven to…

  • Using the Right Running Gear

    Smooth Fitness
    8 May 2012 | 2:55 pm
    If the shoe doesn’t fit, don’t wear it. It is that simple. Finding the appropriate athletic gear for running and/or working out can seem a bit daunting, but don’t let it be. Just be realistic about your needs and goals. When it comes to doing anything with your body, you must take everything into account. We hate to be blunt, but just like getting dressed for work, a hot date or a gym work out, you must take into account how your body will react to the clothes that you wear. Your weight, the way in which you run and where you are extremely important. Whether you are running indoors, on…

  • Temptation Strikes: Strategies to Boost your Willpower

    Smooth Fitness
    19 Apr 2012 | 10:54 am
    Willpower can be a limited resource when it comes to diet and exercise. Every person struggles with willpower in some capacity. Temptations are around every corner and the ability to make the right choices directly correlates to the strength of an individual’s willpower. But willpower is not static. With the use of some simple strategies willpower can be improved, strengthened and used to achieve fitness goals and overcome dietary obstacles. Finding the willpower to start exercising can sometimes be the hardest step. Going from spending little to no time exercising to exercising regularly…

  • Quick Tips for Marathon Training

    Smooth Fitness
    30 Mar 2012 | 11:32 am
    Checking off things on our bucket list feels great, but running an entire 26.2 miles can be a feat. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced, keep reading to gain tips on preparing for your goal marathon. Beginners Start out with Walk/Runs. Set a distance and start the workout by walking twice as long as your running sets. Gradually increase the running distance and the ratio of running to walking as you get more comfortable. Prior to training for your marathon, you have to be in decent shape. Get comfortable with running at least 25 miles a week for at least 6 months.

  • A Beginners Guide to Motivation

    Smooth Fitness
    20 Mar 2012 | 10:41 am
    Is getting motivated really that easy? Why yes it is that easy. Let’s hope that motivates you to keep reading. Get psyched! The first step, which may be the hardest, is making the decision to get up and work out. Telling yourself that you will work out creates a positive chain of reactions that will shape the rest of your life. Making the decision to work out will prompt you change other aspects about your life like eating better foods, taking your health seriously and omitting bad habits like smoking cigarettes. Getting psyched also involves passion. That inner fire to do better for…
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  • Transformation Potential | Genes or Environment…or both?

    Kate Galliett
    12 May 2012 | 4:57 pm
    Follow @kgalliett I’ve honestly re-written this post 8 times and each time I read it back and think, ‘you sound insane Kate, how does any of this relate to someone reading who wants to be awesome, and fit, and happy, and healthy?’ Be forewarned – if you’re totally not down with the concepts of beliefs, energy & Universal Intelligence, and often find yourself in the “its all in your genes” camp when discussing health or personality traits, you may want to just close your browser page now. But, if you’re at least marginally open to those…

  • If you can’t explain it in a few sentences, you’re not ready to speak about it

    Kate Galliett
    8 May 2012 | 8:47 am
    Yep, I’ve been failing you as a blogger lately. My apologies. I’ve been reading some new material and it’s sort of blowing my mind…therefore, I’m not super confident to write or teach about it yet – and to avoid the dreaded “talking-out of-my-butt-syndrome” that afflicts many, I’ve been holding off on blogging until I’m a bit smarter, a bit more prepared. What am I reading about? Quantum physics. Yes, that relates to helping people be as healthy & fit as possible. Am I feeling like I’m in college again? Yes. You’ll…

  • What to Eat Instead of Eggs or “Release your Death-Grip on the Eggs”

    Kate Galliett
    20 Apr 2012 | 3:48 pm
    Follow @kgalliett I used to think I’d never survive without eating steel cut oatmeal or eggs for breakfast. Now, after learning about how inflammatory grains are to our bodies, and how they create leaky gut syndrome via compounds within them…and after discovering via an elimination test that eggs are a problem for me…I eat breakfast 7 days a week that aren’t eggs or oatmeal. And for all you little cheaters who try to count “eggs” or “oatmeal” as your lunch/dinner…you’re cheating and you know it and you can do better. (Ok, maybe you…

  • Food Relationships | Are You “Emo” About your Food?

    Kate Galliett
    18 Apr 2012 | 7:41 pm
    Follow @kgalliett Remember being ga-ga for some boy or girl in your youth who you’d literally go to the ends of the Earth for…in a kind of unhealthy, young & stupid/sweet kind of way? Surely most of us have had that relationship that made us lose our damn minds for the person in those initial ‘shiny new thing’ moments of the connection…the relationship that possibly even convinced you some momentous tribute of affection, such as the one below, was a good idea. (Youth of the 80′s…here’s your rom-com John Cusack moment…enjoy) Click image…

  • You’ll have better success if you stop dieting

    Kate Galliett
    6 Apr 2012 | 2:56 pm
    Two things struck me in conversation with clients this week. Both highlighted just how backwards Americans have it today when they think of ‘getting healthy’ and ‘living healthy’. One client has adopted paleo for her nutrition almost 1 year ago – and has been successful in incorporating the anti-inflammatory diet into her life. And she’s reaped many health & wellness benefits from it. As Robb Wolf says, she’s “looking, feeling, and performing better” since removing grains, dairy & legumes from her diet, adding more fat (including…
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  • Got Lower Back Pain? Try These Stretches for Lower Back Pain Relief…

    Sukie
    9 May 2012 | 7:44 pm
    If you’ve been standing or walking on a hard surface like concrete, or sitting for a long period of time without moving, you likely have some achiness in your lower back.  Not to worry, this lower back stiffness can easily be remedied with a few simple movements that decompress your lumbar spine, restoring flexibility. Lower [...]

  • How to Eat Your Greens (Even if you Hate Them)

    Sukie
    25 Apr 2012 | 8:07 pm
    There isn’t a doctor on the planet who won’t tell you that green veggies will do a body good.  They’re chock full of vitamins and minerals, not to mention antioxidants.  Green veggie consumption will boost your immune system, skyrocket your energy and give your skin a glow that sunshine just can’t beat. But all those [...]

  • How Can I Keep My Diagnosis From Creeping Into My Belief System?

    Sukie
    11 Apr 2012 | 2:56 pm
    Reader question… “My energy levels are not what they used to be and I have physical limitations. I’m curious how much those physical limitations are simply ‘labels I’ve accepted from a doctor’ or if I can overcome them? We’re talking weak heart and poor lung function due to years ago childhood heart surgery. I think [...]

  • I Know You’re Confused About What to Eat, So Let’s Get That Cleared Up Once and for All, Shall We?

    Sukie
    4 Apr 2012 | 1:52 pm
    Many people advocate eating an entirely plant-based diet, i.e. being vegan.  There’s this attitude like just because it’s a plant, it’s better for you.  I’ve got a newsflash: not all plants are good for you.  Opium comes from a plant.  Belladonna a deadly nightshade.  Stinging nettles, well, sting. Just because it’s vegan, doesn’t make it [...]

  • How to End Leaky Gut Syndrome Naturally and Recover Your Clarity, Focus and Vibrant Energy

    Sukie
    21 Mar 2012 | 1:28 pm
    What is Leaky Gut Syndrome? Leaky Gut Syndrome is condition whereby your intestinal wall becomes damaged, allowing large molecules of partially digested food to enter the bloodstream.  When these molecules come into contact with healthy tissue, they cause an immune response called dietary leukocytosis which puts an excessive strain on your immune system.  Now your [...]
 
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  • Zane’s 2012 SPF Ohio State Meet Write-Up

    Zane Geeting
    16 May 2012 | 10:59 am
    2012 SPF Ohio State Meet Write-Up Where to start? How about the day after my last heavy pull? Haha! If you were following my log, you noticed that I briefly mentioned that I was feeling “a little under the weather” the next day. Well, that was a little bit of a front. In reality, I was sick in bed all day Wednesday and lost over six pounds. Needless to say, these aren’t prime conditions less than 10 days out from a meet. To make it worse, I never really fully recovered and I’m still sick. Luckily, it turned into more of a sinus infection and nasty cold than the…

  • The Darden Diaries: Have I Wasted My Life? A Look at a Third-Tier Strongman’s Last Two Decades

    Clint Darden
    16 May 2012 | 10:40 am
      Have I Wasted My Life? A Look at a Third-Tier Strongman’s Last Two Decades Sometimes we get asked the hard questions. Sometimes those questions hurt because the hard part is the truth inside of them. After 18 years of training and 10 years as a Pro Strongman, being a Third-Tier Strongman can make it all just seem like a wasted life. Each and every day we get a choice. Make the most of it. Make Millions. Read Clint’s Training Log HERE Read Clint’s Blog HERE

  • Iron Sport: More Stories from the Hood

    Steve Pulcinella
    15 May 2012 | 10:43 am
    More Stories from the Hood Here’s just a little story about a bit of street justice that happened to me today. It will also give you an example of what a “ghetto” my town is becoming. I was driving in on my way to the gym this morning. I drive an old beat-ass Dodge pick-up truck because it gets amazing miles per gallon…ok, that’s not true, it was the only thing my broke ass could afford. I stopped at a red light and right next to me some f*ing hobo is walking down the street carrying what clearly looks like a glass with a mixed cocktail in it. He looks at me and…

  • Kroc’s NPC Michigan State Championships Show

    Matt Kroczaleski
    15 May 2012 | 10:04 am
    NPC Michigan State Championships As many of you probably ended up hearing already, I took second last night. It was a huge disappointment for sure, but has motivated me more than ever. We often learn more from our failures than we do from our successes and I definitely feel this is the case here. Improvements First, my legs suck and I’ve known this and was working on it, but now I’m determined to improve them dramatically before my next show. My quads lack a lot of size compared to my upper body and have zero sweep. Getting them way bigger and bringing up the sweep will be my main…

  • The Thinker: Sport Training Program Management – The Criminal Nature of its Absence

    James "The Thinker" Smith
    14 May 2012 | 10:19 pm
    Sport Training Program Management  The Criminal Nature of its Absence  The problem must be identified before the solution is drawn. If you are currently employed in a capacity that is contributing to the problem it is your choice as to whether you will recognize and perpetuate the problem or change your course in favor of long term athlete development and the improvement of your sporting organization. The Problem The “strength and conditioning” profession has a brief history in the United States. On a large scale, the team sports industry didn’t formally include its use until the…
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    Fitness B&W

  • Does Cardio Burn Muscle Mass Or Fat? Don’t Be Scared Of Doing Cardio!

    Kevin McMillian
    8 May 2012 | 3:16 pm
    Does Cardio Burn Muscle Mass Or Fat? Don’t Be Scared Of Doing Cardio!I’ve been asked a few times now if I’m worried about losing muscle from doing cardio. To be honest, I’m really not. Yes, you can burn muscle from doing too much cardio, but you can also not burn muscle. It … Continue reading →Fitness B&W

  • What Is Lactate Threshold And How Can You Measure And Increase It?

    Kevin McMillian
    20 Apr 2012 | 11:00 am
    What Is Lactate Threshold And How Can You Measure And Increase It?In last week’s post, I interviewed Rusty Moore about his newly released cardio/fat loss workout. While he gave some very eye-opening replies about Visual Impact Cardio, there was definitely one answer that stood out most … except for the one … Continue reading →Fitness B&W

  • Interview With The Author of Visual Impact Cardio – Rusty Moore

    Kevin McMillian
    13 Apr 2012 | 1:29 pm
    Interview With The Author of Visual Impact Cardio – Rusty MooreAn interview with Rusty Moore, the author of Visual Impact Cardio. By way of a background, Rusty Moore is the author of Visual Impact Muscle Building, Visual Impact for Women and now, Visual Impact Cardio. As you may know, Rusty’s … Continue reading →Fitness B&W

  • My Visual Impact Muscle Building & Cardio Results After 2 Months … To Inspire You To Get Fit

    Kevin McMillian
    16 Mar 2012 | 12:57 pm
    My Visual Impact Muscle Building & Cardio Results After 2 Months … To Inspire You To Get FitThe results and before & after pictures of others can be some of the most motivating, inspiring and influential forces pushing one to get in shape (as long as they’re real Furious Pete’s video). If you are on the edge … Continue reading →Fitness B&W

  • What Is The Best Cardio To Lose Weight And … What Is Not?

    Kevin McMillian
    29 Feb 2012 | 5:15 pm
    What Is The Best Cardio To Lose Weight And … What Is Not?Losing weight can be a tricky subject. For some, it comes easy. For others, it can seem nearly impossible. But really, losing weight comes down to only a few things. Your diet, which I’ve talked quite a bit about recently, … Continue reading →Fitness B&W
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  • The 30 day ‘Rip off the Fat with the Best Foods for Fat Loss’ diet…

    jghethe
    12 May 2012 | 4:22 am
    Here's how to eat for 30 days to strip fat off, stay healthy, not wreck your metabolism and still eat well... Continue reading →

  • Fat Loss & Alcohol – It’s not all bad news…

    jghethe
    5 May 2012 | 2:39 am
    Common wisdom has it that you can't have any alcohol when you are trying to drop body fat - but maybe it's not as black 7 white as that... Continue reading →

  • The 4 Fat Loss Principles You Must Know to Drop Fat Fast…

    jghethe
    28 Apr 2012 | 3:05 am
    It has been shown in a number of studies that lifting heavy weights once or twice a week makes your body preserve if not add to) your muscle mass and gets it to burn more fat - even if you are in starvation mode due to calorie cuts. Continue reading →

  • Top 5 food rules for fat loss

    jghethe
    21 Apr 2012 | 1:57 am
    To support your metabolism, gradually replace bad fats with healthy fats. Adding things like olive oil, avocados, nuts, seeds and fish oils to your diet will help speed up your metabolism and lose bodyfat. Continue reading →

  • 4 Ways to Speed Up a “Slow” Metabolism

    jghethe
    6 Apr 2012 | 10:44 pm
    In fact, a number of studies show as much as a 14+ hour increase in metabolism after a high intensity bout of exercise. This boost burned an additional 190 calories! Continue reading →
 
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    Ben Greenfield Fitness

  • How To Dig Yourself Out Of The Hole – What To Do When You’re Overtrained

    ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com (Ben Greenfield)
    14 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    Recently, I raced the Wildflower triathlon in California (that’s me running in the picture above). Wildflower is know for being a tough, hilly event – designed to chew up triathletes and spit them out. So I knew that if I wanted to do decently in this race, I needed to train hard. Typically, leading up [...]

  • Travel Like Ben – 27 Essential Items to Pack for Healthy Airplane Travel.

    ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com (Ben Greenfield)
    11 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    Airplane travel can make you or break you. Between disrupting your circadian rhythms with multiple time zones crossings, throwing your hormonal system out-of-whack with surges in stress and cortisol, and keeping you sedentary for long periods of time, airplane travel makes being healthy, fit and trim extremely difficult. But I personally travel an average of [...]

  • A Quick Announcement From Ben

    ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com (Ben Greenfield)
    9 May 2012 | 12:39 pm
    Ben stopped into the home office during a quick 10 hour layover en route from the Wildflower triathlon in California (pictured above) to the Superhuman workshop in Dubai, and recorded a short audio for you in lieu of the normally scheduled weekly podcast…

  • Everything I Have Ever Recommended For Performance, Fat Loss, Recovery, Digestion, Brain, Sleep & Hormones – All In One Place.

    ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com (Ben Greenfield)
    7 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    As promised, I want to give you instant access to every tool that I recommend in my podcasts, blogs and articles. You can use these recommendations to become Superhuman, and I promise to keep this page updated as I discover new cutting-edge resources for you. If you are subscribed to my newsletter, be sure to add [...]

  • How You Can Use Sound And Music To Change Your Brain Waves With Laser Accuracy And Achieve Huge Focus And Performance Gains.

    ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com (Ben Greenfield)
    5 May 2012 | 4:29 am
    Most of us know that workout songs and music can help you to exercise harder. But if you understand how sound and music actually change your brain waves, you can use this knowledge to alter your mental and physical performance states with laser accuracy. It sounds geeky, but I’m going to explain how… At first glance, [...]
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    WeSoSlim

  • Beachbody Ultimate Reset

    Maryam Remias
    25 Apr 2012 | 2:06 am
    I just ordered my Ultimate Reset tonight. I’m a bit nervous but very excited at the same time. This will be a 21 day cleanse, I have absolutely no idea how difficult it will be but I’m gonna find out very soon and share my experiences here with you. I’m super excited about that. To be truthful I’m really having a hard time with my diet. I can’t seen to stick with clean eating since Thanksgiving!! I’m shocked at my lack of self control and discipline and I’m really hoping that Beachbody Ultimate reset will change this. I have a strong addiction for…
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    Cube Dweller Fitness

  • How Does Interval Training Help You Get Ripped Abs?

    Guest
    14 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    Get Abs like Brad.Contrary to the general expressed opinion, men also think about the way they look and most do want to have 6 pack abs like they see on athletes or movie stars. In my case it all started after watching Fight Club. I wanted to have the body of Brad Pitt. That was my motivation and even if it was really hard, I managed to get ripped. Besides dieting and regular training, I also understood the importance of interval training during that time. This is what I would like to express here.There are so many men that believe they can get six pack abs by just doing crunches. Anyone that…

  • Smart Grid Fitness – Get stronger, stay balanced, and enjoy fitness

    Joe Pawlikowski
    10 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    In the process of improving our fitness, we must set goals. It’s easy, however, to set goals that are too lofty. We want to do it all. We want to burn fat, gain strength, and build muscle. All too often these desires work against us. Since we want it all we try for it all at once, and we fail on all fronts. We get frustrated that we don’t have a six pack, bulging biceps, and superhuman strength after just a few months. This is the point, as you might imagine, when many fitness routines die. But it doesn’t need to be that way.Smart Fitness options - image by James…

  • Infographic | The Killer Commute

    Troy Pesola
    9 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    Why is work more often than not on the opposite side of town? It creates a killer commute. Driving that much just isn’t good for our mind, our health, nor our marriages. Check out this week’s infographic – The Killer Commute.Cube Dweller CommutesFor much of my career I spent my morning and evening commuting through Minneapolis. I lived in the northwest suburbs and worked in the south or south-west suburbs. Crazy. Most of the time I learned to relax and enjoy the ride. It was my decompression-time. I tried not to time my commute so I didn’t get frustrated, or stressed,…

  • Hill Sprints For Fat Loss

    Troy Pesola
    8 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    Sprint training with new gadgets keeps getting lots of press. Run with a sled, sprint with a parachute, sprint with bungees attached, push a Prowler, etc. But I say, “who needs a Prowler?” Sure having a sled (or other sprinting gadget) is great, but I don’t have space to store it or use it. So how can you do sprint training for fat loss, explosive strength, and power in your legs? Hill sprints while hiking. Hill sprints will help you burn fat fast, so find ways to build them into your training; even if that means adding some side-adventures to life. Look a HillI’ve…

  • Contest Winner

    Troy Pesola
    7 May 2012 | 9:00 pm
    The winner of the Interval Training Bundle is … Dr. Grove HigginsAfter running the very first blog contest on the site we have a winner. Here is the video from the Google Hangout of the amazing drawing. Such suspense.You would not believe the technical difficulties attempting to record a webcam and a web page at the same time.Even after my repeated efforts the video just didn’t work. So you get to see two screenshots from the video.I used Randomizer.org to pick three winning number from the 9 entries we had. Here is the setup. After pressing “randomize” the winning…
 
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    Free Form Fitness Blog

  • Why a Metabolic Circuit Will Burn More Fat

    Jean Luc Boissonneault
    10 May 2012 | 12:07 pm
    What does metabolic training mean? Your “metabolism” is the process through which your body absorbs and uses the foods you consume. If you have a fast metabolism, you might be able to eat more than others without gaining weight, and if you have a relatively slow metabolism you are likely to gain weight easily. The great thing is that any metabolism can begin to be controlled through a well-chosen diet and through proper exercise. This means that metabolic training is a series of exercises performed quickly and with many repetitions in order to complete the process in less than 30…

  • Spot Reduction Can Work

    Jean Luc Boissonneault
    4 May 2012 | 6:25 am
    Have you been dealing with “stubborn fat”. You know the kind we mean, that fat that refuses to leave your thighs or your abdominal area? This is a common problem for those seeking to lose weight, but I’m here to let you know that you can reduce certain area’s with some dietary, lifestyle and exercise “tricks” taken from Charles Poliquin‘s Biosignature course. The body has many hormone receptor sites in different areas of the body and research shows that where you hold your fat is determined by imbalances in these hormones. The stronger the hormone…

  • We Want to Hear You

    Jean Luc Boissonneault
    2 May 2012 | 9:11 am
    I’ve resisted opening blog comment for many years now because when I did in the past I had to manage a lot of spam and my time could be better spent helping people. But now that there are cool tools that make this easier, I’ve decided to open them up for each article. Feel free to ask or answer questions, offer your thoughts about the article, connect with other health enthusiasts and/or like and share the posts you like best.

  • Chair Posture Improving Exercises

    Jean Luc Boissonneault
    25 Apr 2012 | 1:23 pm
    What is good posture? Most people will automatically situp in a “ram rod” straight position and may even pull their shoulders back a bit too. This, however, is NOT good posture. A good posture refers to the “three natural curves that are present in a healthy spine. From a front to back view, the 33 vertebrae in the spinal column should appear completely vertical. From the side view, the cervical or neck region of the spine (C1-C7) is curved anteriorly, the thoracic or upper back region (T1-T12) is curved posteriorly, and the lumbar or lower back region (L1-L5) is curved anteriorly.

  • Baby Does Pullups

    Jean Luc Boissonneault
    19 Apr 2012 | 10:16 am
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  • 10 Ways To Get Fit For Summer

    Jacques Laventure
    16 May 2012 | 9:31 am
    Editor Note: It’s almost  time to put on a bathing suit and head for the beach.  The Meltdown is the best way  get you in shape in just 3 weeks. With the Meltdown program you will accomplish your goals . On the Meltdown Program  you will have healthy meal plan you will combine with consistent exercise in order to drop that extra weight. The Meltdown Program is a designed total-body fitness program to get you into your best bikini body in the shortest amount of time possible using lean muscle-building exercises and an easy, realistic healthy eating plan. Don’t wait get…

  • Get Ready For Your Summer Workout

    Jacques Laventure
    7 May 2012 | 10:03 am
    Editor Note: Summer’s coming, and it’s time to lose body fat, get in shape and look good. Try the Meltdown diet and training program can help you do just that. The Meltdown program is designed  to get you into your best  body in the shortest amount of time possible using lean muscle-building exercises and an easy, realistic healthy eating plan. Try the Meltdown Program and  look spectacular in just 21 days. High Knees (15s – Low intensity, w/ Twist: 15s – Moderate, w/Twist: 15s – High) Jabs Superman Low Plank Leg Extensions Windmills Accordion Abs  Wide Froggers Floor…

  • How To Do Jumping Knee Tucks

    Jacques Laventure
    3 May 2012 | 12:09 pm
    Editor Note:  The Fitness JOQ 21 Day Meltdown Program is design to give a strong core. Preforming plyometrics exercise Jumping Knee Tuck , this ensure you with a  stronger core and also jump higher. The  plank is an exercise that can done in variation. “It targets the core of your body, the abdomen and back. The plank also strengthens your arms and shoulders. Jumping knee tucks are very important in building plyometric strength.”  Preforming planks and  plyometrics will increase your core strength and give you other skills that are important to have a strong core. How…

  • How To Perform Standing Bicep Curls

    Jacques Laventure
    30 Apr 2012 | 10:59 am
    Editor Note: To get sleek strong arms  for the summer you should add bicep curl to your exercise routine. This is one of the best exercises to strengthen and tone your upper arms. A stronger upper body makes it easier for you to do everything. You do bicep curls with dumbbells, barbell, or resistance bands. Doing bicep curls allows you to work each arm individually.                   How to do Dumbbell Bicep Curls Stand up with your torso upright while holding a cable curl bar that is attached to a low pulley. Grab the cable bar at shoulder width and keep the elbows close to the…

  • How to do an Ab Workout With A Partner Outdoors

    Jacques Laventure
    25 Apr 2012 | 10:44 am
    Editor Note: No matter how hectic a schedule is, anyone can do this Meltdown Abs Workout Routine. This  workout hits the entire ab panel as well as the obliques, and is a fun combo of  different High Intense moves and variations on traditional situps. Consistency is key when it comes to working out your abs. “While 8 minutes is not a long time to spend exercising, making priority of quick abdominal routines like this one 4-5 times a week can help you get a lean, toned, flat stomach.” How to do this Routine: If muscles are not already warm, do 5-10 minutes of cardio (walking,…
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  • Setting Realistic Expectations

    Pamela
    14 May 2012 | 10:54 am
    image by Lee Carson I have another new nickname. I call myself Slow Burn. It’s because my methods are slow and steady. I never promise anyone quick weight loss or dramatic overnight transformations. This can be a challenge when competing with the unrealistic expectations set by weight loss TV shows and advertisements for fat burning pills, fad diets and weight loss centers. Clients say they understand that when we first meet and they start their programs. Yet sometimes, at that first weigh in, she may step on the scale and sigh that she’s “only lost 3 lbs”. Meanwhile I want to jump…

  • What Counts as a Sweet Treat Ep 57

    IPBrian
    11 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    Personal Trainer Pamela Hernandez talks about what she considers a sweet treat and how often you should have them. In this video is advice for: How Pamela defines a "sweet treat". How often you should have one.

  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Backpack Kisses Recipe

    Pamela
    10 May 2012 | 11:02 am
    We all like a treat now and again. I like to tell my clients if you do the right things 90% of the time, the other 10% will be fine. It’s okay to celebrate your birthday or have the occasional indulgence.  I felt like I ate my way through Paris because I knew it wasn’t something I would be able to do again next month or even next year. I do not like to call treats “cheats”. I don’t like “cheat meals”. Cheating implies there is something, like a diet, to cheat on. Cheating implies guilt and guilt has no place in a healthy and fit relationship with food . I prefer splurge. It’s…

  • Monthly Workout Playlist May 2012

    Pamela
    7 May 2012 | 11:09 am
    My goal is to ride in our local Tour De Cure in June. I don’t usually ride and listen to music but if I decide to participate in the ride, I am going to need something to keep me entertained for the long training rides and the ride itself. Cycling has a much different pace than running. I certainly pedal faster than I run. This month’s playlist is a little more high energy, great for longer rides. Have fun cycling, running, lifting or whatever you do to stay active this month! Evacuate The Dancefloor by Cascada: One of my clients turned me on to this one. Thanks Jennifer! The House That…

  • Progress Not Perfection

    Pamela
    3 May 2012 | 11:06 am
    I was recently honored to be chosen to do a guest post for my Eat Clean Hero, Tosca Reno. This post appeared on her blog on  April 27, 2012. I wanted to share it here, just in case you missed it. Go to Tosca's blog to read all the other outstanding vegetarian and vegan guest posts. image by W Brian Duncan I am a vegetarian. I eat clean. I am a personal trainer. I am not perfect. My whole fitness journey, now in its 14th year, has been a work in progress. First, learning how to manage portions and find balance in my early meat free but carb heavy diet. Then learning being fit doesn’t mean…
 
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    True Living Fitness

  • The true mindset of a Sheepdog!

    Thomas Ballard
    14 May 2012 | 10:00 pm
    “I dislike death, however, there are some things I dislike more than death. Therefore, there are times when I will not avoid danger.” - Mencius   Thoughts? PHP Freelancer

  • Stereotype or Fact?

    Thomas Ballard
    14 May 2012 | 10:50 am
    If a picture tells a thousand words, here’s 40,000 words as to why I am passionate about Cop Fitness! PHP Freelancer

  • This Is How Winners Are Made

    Thomas Ballard
    29 Apr 2012 | 12:20 pm
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  • Best Kettlebell Exercises for Abs

    Thomas Ballard
    26 Apr 2012 | 11:33 am
    The creator of the TT Kettlebell Revolution program, Chriz Lopez, has helped thousands of people around the world attain the body physique that they want and more importantly, get rid of all the unwanted fats on their body. He has combined efforts to work with Craig Ballantyne, the owner of the Turbulence Training system. His [...]

  • Flat Stomach Core Strength and Tight Ab Workout Exercises

    Thomas Ballard
    23 Apr 2012 | 12:02 pm
    As you know, I am always looking at and evaluating workouts and sources of information for you. I like this video and if you want more information go to http://empoweryourbody.com PHP Freelancer
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  • Jewels 4 God Jewelry

    Sheila
    16 May 2012 | 10:30 am
    Jewels 4 God Jewelry with a Cause   100% of company’s net profit is used to restore victims of human trafficking and other forms of abuse. 100% of consultant commission is donated to a local charity. Jewelry has a life time guarantee against defect. More consultants are needed in all states to help introduce this new line of jewelry! I am so happy with my jewelry I received from Jewels 4 God.  I ordered a beautiful Dragonfly Pendent of Faceted Blue Topaz and Sterling Silver Wings.  It is totally beautiful! I also got a black satin cord and a black 4 strand cotton cord to go with…

  • Get Your SciTech News Daily!

    Sheila
    14 May 2012 | 2:27 pm
    Do you like to keep up on the latest info and news regarding science, technology, space and biology?  Get your science daily news fix easily and all in one place.  No matter what you are looking to learn you can surely find it at SciTechDaily. SciTechDaily has been offering the latest science and technology news since 1998 and continues to do just that every single day.  Check them out for some awesome articles on space, and what we can look forward to in the coming years.  Very interesting stuff that I knew nothing about. Not only will you find all the latest news on science and…

  • The Ugly C Word ~ Cancer

    Sheila
    14 May 2012 | 1:38 pm
    Cancer is one of those words that can bring tears to my eyes.  Well, not the word itself but what it does to many many people every single day all over the world.  Life is hard enough for people and then when one has to throw an illness such as Cancer into the mix it puts a whole new spin on life and trying to survive.  It is a hard struggle for anyone who is diagnosed with it.  Family and Friends can only lend support and sit and wait as the people we love struggle so hard to stay with us and fight this terrible disease. My husband is now 1 year Cancer free.  He found out in April of…

  • It’s Coffee Time ~ Organo Gold Coffee

    Sheila
    9 May 2012 | 3:45 pm
    Organo Gold Organo Gold’s mission is to improve the health, wealth, and balance in people’s lives by sharing the knowledge of a healthy alternative to regular coffee. By partnering with thousands of people along the way, we have become a global family growing and thriving as we take part in a better future.  Choose from a selection of gourmet coffees and teas.   There is surely something to suit all taste buds. Gourmet Cafe Mocha Our aromatic coffee combined with the finest cocoa brings about our guilt-free “Dessert in a Cup”. OG’s Gourmet Mocha combines a…

  • How to Eat Healthy Without Noticing

    Sheila
    9 May 2012 | 1:30 pm
    How to Eat Healthy Without Noticing: A Non-Dieter’s Guide to Eating Better. Unlike the many dieting books on the shelves, this one caters to those who want to eat healthy but are turned off by the difficulty and commitment involved in following a regimented diet. As busy mothers who juggle family priorities and hectic work schedules, we recognized the need for a simpler approach to healthful eating.  Having both tried a variety of eating plans that were too complicated, too time-consuming or just unsatisfying, we discovered that maintaining a nutritious diet doesn’t have to be…
 
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    The Fitness Enthusiast

  • Consistency is Key

    The Fitness Enthusiast
    5 May 2012 | 12:08 pm
    Forget the supplements, trainers, gyms, tricks and tools – you want to know the real secret to losing weight? Be consistent. Some air, the outdoors and a bit of will – will go a long way. -TFE

  • Can I lose Weight With Laxatives? Will They Help?

    The Fitness Enthusiast
    5 May 2012 | 6:43 am
    Will Laxatives help me lose weight? Can I lose Weight with laxatives? When I noticed the popularity of this particular question: will laxatives help me lose weight? I thought what the heck? I mean, what person in their RIGHT mind would risk their credibility, as well as everything they have worked for telling you that you can lose weight with laxatives? A thief. A advertisement. A lie. So, will taking laxatives help you lose weight? NO, taking laxatives will not help you lose weight. Losing Weight With Laxatives? Bad Idea but? NO, you can’t lose weight with laxatives. why? 5 Reasons You…

  • Healthy Low Fat Zucchini Bread Recipe

    The Fitness Enthusiast
    13 Mar 2012 | 10:19 am
    Super Moist n’ Delicious Healthy Low fat zucchini bread with High Protein and High Fiber You have to try these to believe how delicious and moist this healthy low fat zucchini bread is for being so low in calories and so high in protein (and fiber!). Amazing healthy low fat zucchini bread I’ve been on a quest to merge my love of baking with my passion for health and this is my second stab at it (and I think I did a good job!). My high protein waffles being the first adventure I took and my husband and I both want to watch our diet but these are the perfect treat for breakfast, snacks or…

  • Motivational Tips for Weight Loss

    The Fitness Enthusiast
    19 Feb 2012 | 8:59 am
    The Best Supplement is your self confidence, your passion, and your willingness to finish what you start. Motivational Tips for Weight Loss Motivational Weight Loss Tips When it comes to losing weight, out-of-these-world claims and bogus studies are all you hear nowadays . I suppose people figure the bigger the claim and the more ridiculous it sounds, the more attention it will receive, yet I believe weight loss is simple and it starts with the right foundation – confidence. See, most people go and listen to supplement companies, magazines, commercials, bogus trainers, who cite all…

  • Legend Fitness Half Rack Review

    The Fitness Enthusiast
    16 Feb 2012 | 5:49 pm
    I don’t really see a lot of legitimate reviews on half cages or any type of squat rack in general so I decided I would write one considering I looked for a half rack for about a year for the best option before making an investment on a legend fitness half cage. I found Legend Fitness full squat racks and half cages after searching for a new half rack for almost a year. One thing that I remember from that whole process was being dissapointed that the only Half racks I ever saw were your generic looking full racks and half racks with little to no personal customization options. This is…
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  • Best Foods For Getting Six Pac Abs

    ipadedwin
    28 Apr 2012 | 12:06 am
    If you’re trying to get that cut, washboard look to your abs, what may be holding you back is what you’re eating. You could do all the crunches in the world but it won’t show up if it’s hidden beneath a layer of fat. The only way to get a chiseled 6 pac is to eat the right foods. If you’re looking to get your abs to show up you’ll want to make sure this list of foods is in your diet. Complete Proteins Chicken Eggs Beef Milk Complete Proteins (Vegan) Barley Nuts Broccoli Whole Grain Breads High Fiber Carbs   Pasta Brown Rice Whole Wheat Bread Fruits…

  • Exciting Ways To Burn More Fat

    ipadedwin
    6 Mar 2012 | 9:40 pm
    Patients considering weight loss surgery typically need to begin an exercise program before the procedure. This not only helps to breed good habits which will make the surgery more successful but also improves overall health, reducing the risk of complications during the surgery. Unfortunately, exercise has gotten a bum rap. While traditional activities like running, aerobics and weightlifting are all excellent ways to burn fat, there are a number of other ways to achieve a trimmer you. Furthermore, many have a very different feel from going to a gym and running on a treadmill. Here are a few…

  • How To Stay Motivated

    ipadedwin
    15 Dec 2011 | 12:30 am
    Often times we start a new workout plan but quit before reaching our goals. Every year we start with a New Years resolution but never continue with it past the first month. So what can you do to ensure that you continue to stay motivated? Here are a few suggestions. - Don’t do it alone. Enlist at least one other friend who has a similar goal as you. Go to the gym with them. When one of you doesn’t want to go the other will encourage them to go with them. You may be willing to let yourself down, but not your friend. This also works well because you can compete with them to see who…

  • Reverse Ab Curl

    ipadedwin
    13 Nov 2011 | 12:11 am
    The reverse ab curl exercise is specifically designed to work on the lower abdominal area. Here’s how you do it. Lie down on your back with your hands on the floor next to your hips. While contracting your abs, raise your rear end and gently roll your hips off the floor. Return back to the bottom slowly. Exhale while lifting your hips and inhale while returning back to the bottom. Concentrate on the lower abs rather than on your legs to make sure you’re working on the lower ab muscles.

  • Checklist To Get Firm Abs

    ipadedwin
    19 Oct 2011 | 5:26 am
    You can’t have the abs of your dreams without following the items in this checklist.. - Eat the right foods. Keep the carbs low and the protein high. - Exercise regularly. Burn the fat off. Cardio exercises get rid of fat everywhere on your body. - Ab exercises. Work your ab muscles so they can show when your body is slim enough. - Other factors. Reduce stress, don’t drink alcohol, drink lots of water.
 
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  • THE LAB is Now Open

    Chris Ritter
    30 Apr 2012 | 8:40 am
    We’ll relocated our physical location from the east coast to the west coast. Our main location is now in the heart of the Pacific Northwest in Portland, Oregon. More on that in posts to come but the big news is what we’re now offering at RITTERSP. THE LAB is now officially open at a great facility to meet all your needs – no matter what your goals involve. What’s unique about this program is both the format and the cost. Over the many years that I’ve worked with different athletes one goal that I’ve always had when implementing a program is empowering the…

  • The Year of ACL Tears

    Chris Ritter
    29 Apr 2012 | 1:26 am
    This year in sports it seems as every few weeks there’s news of another athlete tearing their ACL. Whether it be during the NFL or NBA season, and it seemed to happen to a lot of talented athletes too. Just this weekend two players in the NBA suffered this injury. After watching some playoff basketball I heard a few commentators blame the increase ACL injuries on the fact that this NBA season was shortened with so many back-to-back games. That the intensity of the schedule was just too much to take, even for a high conditioned athlete’s body. Hearing misinformation always fires me up…

  • The Prohibitive Favorite in Swimming

    Chris Ritter
    14 Mar 2012 | 11:49 am
    I love this time of year, but not for the reasons you may think. Yes I’m a swim fan just like you, but I’m also a huge fan of March Madness and the NCAA Tournament. It’s great entertainment and drama because you never know what will happen. You may not even realize it but the Opening Round (Play-in) games have already started. And in both games on the first night of the tournament there were huge comebacks. The first team came back from a 16-point deficit and in the second game the eventual winner was down by 24-points at one point! That doesn’t happen ever day, nor is it very common…

  • Wait Your Turn and Success Will Come

    Chris Ritter
    7 Mar 2012 | 1:57 pm
    Since I’m not actively on the deck coaching swimmers day in-and-out I’m not as on top of catching results in “real-time” as I used to be. It’s actually kind of nice to quickly breeze through a meet’s results once it’s completely over. You get a good view from 30,000 feet. I was going through the Men’s Pac-12 results the other day and something caught my eye. One of the swimmers that I used to coach when he was 12-years old was making the “A” and “B” Finals. Now I wasn’t surprised to see him doing this well. He was an awesome swimmer when I had the chance to coach…

  • Lessons from the Super Bowl for Swimmers

    Chris Ritter
    6 Feb 2012 | 1:16 pm
    As many swimmers start to compete in their championship meets what better way to gain some valuable lessons than from the Super Bowl? Whether you’re a football fan or not you can always take away lessons from athletes competing at the highest level in the sport. Train well for your meet and good luck! Don’t panic at the start From the Patriots point of view the first quarter went about as bad as it could’ve played out. I mean when was the last time a team’s first play in the Super Bowl resulted in a safety? But they stayed patient and persistent and came back to at least make it a…
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  • Why You Should QUIT Smoking

    Nathan Tieppo
    3 May 2012 | 5:00 pm
    Quitting smoking is the best thing you can do for your health. Half of all long-term smokers will die of a smoking-related illness and smoking affects every organ in your body. What happens to your body after quitting       • Within a month your immune system begins to show signs of recovery. | • After two months your lungs will no longer be producing extra phlegm caused by smoking and blood flow to your hands and feet improve. • After twelve months your blood pressure returns to normal. • After ten years of stopping your risk of lung cancer is markedly lower than that of a…

  • So You Wanna Lifts Some Weights?

    Nathan Tieppo
    2 May 2012 | 8:15 pm
    It’s a story I have heard a hundred times: “I want to get in shape so I’ll join a gym and start lifting some weights”. Well that’s fantastic but why are you lifting weights? It’s all well and good to get into the gym, but did you know that the number of sets, repetitions and type of exercise you do will alter the results you are going to get? While there are many different variations on the type of resistance training you can do, we are just going to focus on four of them: strength, hypertrophy, power, and strength endurance. This article is only a generic guide and…

  • Carbohydrates: The Low Down on Loading Up

    Michela DiTocco
    2 May 2012 | 4:30 pm
    Carbohydrate loading can be a confusing term and is often misinterpreted in the sporting world. It is defined as a change in your training and nutrition that allows you to maximise your muscle glycogen stores prior to an endurance event, to perform better. Many people think that if they are involved in a sports team or a sporting event they need to “Carbo load” the night before. This is only necessary for people who are planning to compete in endurance events (longer than 90 minutes). Any individual who will be exercising continuously for over 90 minutes at a constant pace will benefit…

  • Exercise Myth Busters: Exercise is useless for weight loss

    Luke Scott
    19 Apr 2012 | 8:57 pm
    Well, this blog post has been inspired by the recent article on The Age website titled : The exercise myth that I have had brought to my attention yesterday. The article is goes on to talk about exercise and weight loss and new book which claims that exercise is useless for weight loss. The article then shares a number of great points from David Driscoll an exercise physiologist and sports dietitian. My summary of this would be that as many of you may have found when you exercise you can have an increased appetite.  Keep this in check and you will go a long way to dropping the kilos and…

  • Nutritious Snacks

    Michela DiTocco
    12 Apr 2012 | 5:30 pm
    Many people choose to snack between meals, others not so much. Each individual is different in what their body needs, but most importantly, if snacking throughout the day, you need to choose healthy and nutritious snacks. Snacking between meals is extremely important for people who are diabetic, people who want to lose weight, young children and active people. There are many positives to consuming small amounts of food throughout the day, including managing hunger pains, maintaining blood sugar levels, refuelling your body, preventing overeating at main meals, and obtaining more nutrients.
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    How To Workout With Bodyweight Exercises

  • Cool Shoulder Exercises

    Admin-Ray
    16 May 2012 | 6:36 am
    Today I have some cool shoulder exercise variations. I’ve put a video from the Busy Womens Weight Loss Workout at the end of the article so you can see the exercises I’m talking about.Good stuff for when you find yourself out on a road trip for work or are simply into working out at home. So the first one you’re gonna be in a little squat type position. And you’re just gonna place your hands on the floor, rock forward, put some weight on there, and then just push back to the squat. The higher you lift your arms when you push back, so lift up, if you went all the way up there…

  • Leg Workouts At Home Without Weights

    Admin-Ray
    10 May 2012 | 3:59 pm
    Now we’re going to do some legs. So if your knees hurt it’s great to hold onto something in front of you. This could be a sink, or a bar, or two doorknobs as long as they’re secure. And that keeps you from falling backwards initially just so you can keep that real 90 degree angles at the knee, because as soon as your knees start going way over your toe that’s when the knee pain happens. So you just go down as low as you can, now I’m just going to show you as if I had the box here, just the front view. My feet are gonna be about shoulder width, they can be a little bit wider but…

  • Calgary Out Door Boot Camp Info

    Admin-Ray
    10 May 2012 | 3:39 pm
    There have been many changes lately! So I thought I would send out this info to the group. Please let me know if you have any further questions please. First, let me say THANK YOU. I really appreciate all the hard work and how everyone has stuck to it and supported the new location. The cats pretty much out of the bag now so here is how it’s going to roll out from here on out with Commando Fitness. There is no more indoor boot camp as of the 30th of this month. We are outside now at the Glenmore reservoir twice a week. You can see the map location here:…

  • Using Pushups In A Womens Weight Loss Workout

    Admin-Ray
    8 May 2012 | 4:21 pm
    Do you get a lot of issues trying to get pushups? I know in my boot camps that women often come in with less upper body strength then they want and have difficulty getting their pushups up to speed so here is how we go at it. Alright, let’s do some pushing exercises, I usually start my women off on the wall just in case you have sore shoulders. Put your hand in line with your lower chest line. Now measure up off of the wall by laying again the wall first, then putting your hands by your lower chest. This makes sure your upper arms are at the right angle. Now, if your feet are close to the…

  • Training To Be A Bear In A Regular Gym

    Admin-Ray
    3 May 2012 | 4:23 pm
    Thought this 2 day workout was great. It’s real. It’s honest and it’s practical. Awesome stuff. Just press play and enjoy, I don’t need to say anything.
 
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    Belly Fat Loser

  • Get My New Healthy Eating Cookbook and Delicious Nutrition Secrets Guide Free on Amazon – Limited Time

    Steve
    9 May 2012 | 6:57 pm
    New Cookbook and Delicious Nutrition Guide Reveals Insiders’ Secrets to Losing Weight While Enjoying Mouth-Watering Meals Everyday   You can get this free on Amazon for the Kindle for a very limited time, so grab a copy now. If you don’t have a Kinde, just get the Kindle reader for the PC…. It costs nada, [...]

  • How to Get Rid of Belly Fat Once and For All and Get an Early Start on Your New Year’s Resolution

    Steve
    23 Dec 2011 | 1:42 pm
    ‘Tis the season to get rid of belly fat. Actually, that starts next week. This is still the season to gain it for most people. They’ll be making all sorts of promises they have every intention of, but little chance of actually keeping vis-a-vis their fat loss goals for the new year. Here is how [...]

  • Rotator Cuff Strengthening – It Can Make Your Whole Upper Body Stronger

    Steve
    4 Sep 2011 | 11:46 am
    If you’ve been training for some time or involved in almost any sport, there’s a good chance you’ve felt that pain knifing through your shoulder that accompanies a rotator cuff injury. The rotator cuff is a little muscle group that few people bother to train, yet it gives nearly everyone who does anything athletic a [...]

  • Fun Ways to Lose Weight – Can Sex Lead to Weight Loss?

    Steve
    8 Aug 2011 | 1:30 am
    There’s no question that losing weight can be the toughest of struggles. Watching what you eat, huffing and puffing for hours on a treadmill, or finding a place to go for a run as the snow is swirling about, or the mercury rises into the triple digits is nobody’s idea of a good time. What [...]

  • How to Lose Belly Fat – Six Foods Everyone Should Avoid.

    gassaveradmin
    6 Aug 2011 | 7:48 pm
    Kiss these tasty eats goodbye forever, you’ll thank yourself for it later! Here are six foods that everyone should avoid. 1)    CRISPS As a nation we chomp our way through about six BILLION bags of crisps every year. They might be ok for Gary Linker and he might even get you believing they’re good for [...]
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    Learn How to Build Muscle Blog

  • Can Fat Turn Into Muscle Or Muscle Into Fat?

    admin
    12 May 2012 | 2:14 am
    Can muscle turn into fat or fat turn into muscle? How many time have you heard this hilarious fats and muscles myth? Yes, this is one fats and muscles myth that will never go away. Get this straight. Fat will never turn into muscle and muscle will never turn into fat. The reason is simple. Your body fats and muscles are made up of completely different cell structure and they are so different that they cannot be converted to each other. Your muscle is very much alive and work very hard whereas fat just sits there doing nothing and just plain looking ugly. How can they be the same or can be…

  • Correct activation and use of the gluteal muscles in a dancer.

    admin
    2 May 2012 | 2:14 am
    Your ‘Gluteal Muscles’ are actually extremely important when you are dancing, and the correct use of them will help you in everything from jumps, to your work en fondu, your arabesque line, your back, and even your flexibility into the splits. It is important to work out the correct way to use these muscles, and to avoid the downside of over-using them such as tight turnout muscles, poor hip mobility, and a ‘too perky’ bum under your tutu! The first thing you have to understand is the difference between your turnout muscles and your gluteals. In ‘The Perfect…

  • Can Antioxidants Help You Build Muscle? Free Radicals Destroy Your Muscles

    admin
    28 Apr 2012 | 2:07 am
    Many people these days take antioxidants to counter the detrimental effect of free radicals. Antioxidants mopped up free radicals and convert them into harmless substances. Free radicals are known to cause body cell decomposition and therefore are the main culprit in our aging process. Free radicals are linked to aging diseases such as cancer and heart problems besides making us age more quickly. Since free radicals cause our cells to decompose, then free radicals will also degenerate our muscle cells. Staying clear of situations that cause a surge of free radicals to surge is one way of…

  • Calcium helps the heart, nerves, muscles, and other body systems work properly.

    admin
    18 Apr 2012 | 2:07 am
    Common Forms: calcium citrate, calcium carbonate, calcium gluconate, calcium lactate, calcium chloride, calcium malate, calcium aspartate, calcium ascorbate Overview Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. It is essential for the development and maintenance of strong bones and teeth; roughly 99% of calcium in the body is deposited in these two places. Calcium also helps the heart, nerves, muscles, and other body systems work properly. To function correctly, calcium must be accompanied by several other nutrients including magnesium, phosphorous, and vitamins A, C, D, and K. The best…

  • Buy Steroids For Bodybuilding!

    admin
    8 Apr 2012 | 2:07 am
    You can buy steroids, if you want to look like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Dorian Yates, Lou Ferrigno, Franco Columbu, Frank Zane, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman, and Jay Cutler. Certainly, you can’t reach at their level by just working in your gyms, without using juices. You certainly need anabolic steroids, if you want to be a top bodybuilder. Bodybuilding, you know, is not an easy business. It’s all about maximizing your muscle hypertrophy by doing a lot of weight training and sufficient caloric intake. My dear friend, the competition in bodybuilding is extremely high. You can’t just go on…
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    Hive Health Media

  • Could Oxygen Therapy Slow the Onset of Type 1 Diabetes?

    Kalen Smith
    16 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    A new study conducted at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine found that oxygen therapy can slow the onsetMore…Could Oxygen Therapy Slow the Onset of Type 1 Diabetes? is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!

  • Permanent Solutions for Missing Teeth

    VanessaK
    15 May 2012 | 10:00 pm
    If you have a missing tooth or teeth you may feel like your only solution to fix the problem wouldMore…Permanent Solutions for Missing Teeth is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!

  • Female Hair Loss Treatments – Surgical and Non Surgical

    Christina Appleworth
    15 May 2012 | 9:37 pm
    Female hair loss is always traumatic, but can be helped with loss treatments that can cover everything from surgical proceduresMore…Female Hair Loss Treatments – Surgical and Non Surgical is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!

  • Demand for Sleeping Pills Increases Substantially in the UK

    Kalen Smith
    15 May 2012 | 8:38 am
    Sleeping disorders have become much more prevalent in the UK in recent years. According to health experts, this is largelyMore…Demand for Sleeping Pills Increases Substantially in the UK is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!

  • What is Nutrition? – A Chef’s View

    Gavan Murphy
    14 May 2012 | 9:56 am
    Put in simple terms, nutrition is the way the body uses food. Every living thing needs food and water toMore…What is Nutrition? – A Chef’s View is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!
 
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    DailyBurn Life

  • Improve Your Body Composition With Branched Chain Amino Acid Supplementation

    Kate Brown
    14 May 2012 | 11:54 am
    If you are working to improve your body composition by shedding fat and increasing lean muscle mass, research suggests that you should consider taking branched chain amino acid supplements. Branched chain amino acids are a

  • 5 Ways To Use Protein Powder When Shakes Get Boring

    Kate Brown
    11 May 2012 | 10:11 am
    Drinking a protein shake is an excellent way to meet your daily protein requirements and stay energized throughout the afternoon. But shakes aren’t the only way to get a little extra protein boost in your

  • 5 Avengers Workouts To Get You In Superhero Shape

    Kate Brown
    9 May 2012 | 2:32 pm
    Comic book movie fans are raving about The Avengers movie that came out last weekend. The film brings together our favorite Marvel superheroes in an epic battle against Loki. I love superhero movies for two

  • Keaira LaShae #TeamSuperhero Photo Contest

    Kate Brown
    8 May 2012 | 11:10 am
    No matter how big and tough you think you are, you owe it all to your mother. Mothers are the original superheroes. They take care of us when we are too young to take care

  • We Don’t Do It Because It’s Easy

    Kate Brown
    4 May 2012 | 11:40 am
    Working out is not easy. Pushing your body to the limit is not easy. Saying “no thanks” to a plate of nachos being passed around is not easy. Going to bed at 9pm because you
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    The Fitness Center - Orlando Sentinel

  • Healthy Monday Tip #20 — Reduce stress with spring cleaning

    Wesley Alden
    14 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    The Healthy Monday Campaign has designated Monday as the day to start and sustain healthy habits. Why Mondays? It’s the January of the week, the perfect time for a fresh start. By setting a day (Monday) every week for people to think about and focus on their own health and the health of their families, the campaign aims to change the public’s attitude on overall health. Tip #20 — DE-CLUTTER, DE-STRESS It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re surrounded by clutter; it’s just one more reminder of what needs to get done. However, taking the time to clear and organize even one space…

  • Free gym membership offered to teens for summer months

    Audrea Huff
    11 May 2012 | 8:43 am
    Lifestyle Family Fitness is offering a free two-month membership to kids aged 12-17 this summer. The offer runs from May 1 to August 15 and includes all-day access on weekends and until 4 p.m. weekdays and free strength and cardio clinics. Kids, bring your parents to the first visit to the club to complete the signup process. For more and to register online, visit www.lff.com/teen. And click here to find a LFF gym in your area.

  • Healthy Monday Tip #19 — Develop a diverse work out

    Wesley Alden
    7 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    The Healthy Monday Campaign has designated Monday as the day to start and sustain healthy habits. Why Mondays? It’s the January of the week, the perfect time for a fresh start. By setting a day (Monday) every week for people to think about and focus on their own health and the health of their families, the campaign aims to change the public’s attitude on overall health. Tip #19 — WHAT’S YOUR INTENSITY There are varying degrees of exercise intensity. Light-intensity activities, like cooking or shopping, don’t require much effort.  Moderate-intensity activities, like a brisk…

  • To be fit and fabulous, take a bite out of the Big Apple

    Wesley Alden
    1 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    Eileen Daspin will discuss her book at Barnes & Noble at Colonial Plaza Market Center on Saturday, May 5 at 1 p.m. In spite of the fact that there’s more temptation on the tiny isle of Manhattan — more four-star restaurants, food carts, bakeries and pizzerias than anywhere else on the globe — women in Manhattan are a lot thinner and healthier than they are in Orlando (or in most areas of the country according to author Eileen Daspin, who grew up in Orlando).  Her book “The Manhattan Diet: Lose Weight While Living a Fabulous Life” aims to explain this phenomenon. Since most my…

  • Healthy Monday Tip #18 — Fresh is best

    Wesley Alden
    30 Apr 2012 | 3:00 am
    The Healthy Monday Campaign has designated Monday as the day to start and sustain healthy habits. Why Mondays? It’s the January of the week, the perfect time for a fresh start. By setting a day (Monday) every week for people to think about and focus on their own health and the health of their families, the campaign aims to change the public’s attitude on overall health. Tip #18 — IT’S GOOD TO GO BAD A food’s expiration date is a good indication of how processed it is. If your food takes years to expire, it’s probably full of preservatives and artificial ingredients.  Fresh…
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    FITBLOGGER

  • Mountain Kait

    Guest Contributor
    15 May 2012 | 6:00 am
    FITBLOGGER - Fitness Blog|Fitness Blog CommunityI was dubbed “Mountain Kait” at the tender age of 16 while on a high school trip to Ireland. A group of us, including my longtime friend (since preschool and still best buds today), were hiking to an Abbey at the foot of a lake. While everyone was walking down a double track dirt road, I chose a different route, high on the mountainside. People worriedly asked where I had gone, and my girl gracefully and without hesitation told them, “she’s Mountain Kait, and I am sure she is up there somewhere” and pointed to the mountains. The…

  • Running Escapades

    Guest Contributor
    14 May 2012 | 6:00 am
    FITBLOGGER - Fitness Blog|Fitness Blog CommunityRunning is my adventure. I began writing about my running when I found myself intimidated by my new living environment. I’m a midwest girl now residing in the northeast. The weather and especially the hills chased me inside to the treadmill. One day, after seeing and passing runners in my car (again), I decided if they can do it, so can I. So I set a date to transition from my basement “dread-mill” to the great outdoors. I decided to document my journey as a form of motivation for myself. Publishing my experiences for others…

  • Trying to Tri

    Guest Contributor
    11 May 2012 | 6:00 am
    FITBLOGGER - Fitness Blog|Fitness Blog CommunityAre you a runner? Cyclist? Swimmer? Are you looking for a new challenge? Injured, and have discovered that you actually enjoy your cross training swim or bike workouts? As someone who learned to love running late in life, I rediscovered the sport of triathlon in an effort to find new ways to challenge myself physically. I say “rediscovered” because I remember watching the Ironman triathlon broadcasts on TV growing up as a chubby kid who did no real activities! Triathlon is a challenging sport that combines a swim, bike and run leg…

  • The Long Road

    Guest Contributor
    10 May 2012 | 6:00 am
    FITBLOGGER - Fitness Blog|Fitness Blog CommunityThe Long Road is a journey in words.  It refers to the entirely delayed gratification of learning to be a healthier person and the challenging long term commitment that life long weight loss entails. Simply put, that road is a very long one – and like each of us the correct one for each person is 100% unique.  My blog is the story of my road, my path, and the things I’ve learned along the way. I’m 37 years old and weigh a little less than 300 lbs.  According to the American Medical Association, I need to cut that number in half. …

  • Fiterature

    Guest Contributor
    7 May 2012 | 6:00 am
    FITBLOGGER - Fitness Blog|Fitness Blog CommunityLiving a healthy life can be intimidating.  There are so many voices telling us how to eat better, look better, and feel better.  And we listen to all of them, only to abandon another diet of eating only mint leaves and grape chapstick or get electrocuted by the latest fat blasting gadget that was supposed to be safe for the pool.    So where do we begin?  Who do we listen to? After many years of listening to all of the difference voices, I think I have it figured out.  Instead of trying to be healthy, we need to live healthy.  And the…
 
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    Supplement Reviews -- Product That Work

  • Viviscal Reviews

    Supplement Reviews
    15 May 2012 | 12:59 pm
    Viviscal, produced by Lifes2good Natural Healthcare, is a very popular hair supplement that is now available in most of the professional hair salons and clinics. The ingredients include Shark, Cod, English Whiting, and Acerola Cherry, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Glycerol, Microcrystalline Cellulose and Natural Orange Flavor. It promotes hair growth in people suffering from hair thinning problems. The main active ingredient that is present in this product is Amino C Marine Complex. It also contains Acerola cherry, which with its antioxidant properties nourishes the scalp. The horsetail…

  • Superior Amino 2222 Reviews

    Supplement Reviews
    15 May 2012 | 12:40 pm
    Superior Amino 2222, by Optimum Nutrition, is an amino acid and a protein supplement that consists of a wide array of both essential and non- essential amino acids. The BCAA (Branched Chain Amino Acid) present in this supplement is great for recovery and for anyone looking to build lean muscles. The protein present in the Superior Amino 2222 comes from whey protein concentrate, and isolates of whey protein, and soy protein. They come in a variety of form that includes tablets, capsules, softgels, and liquids. Along with providing high quality essential and non essential amino acids, Superior…

  • Insu-Pro Reviews

    Supplement Reviews
    9 May 2012 | 10:32 am
    Insu-Pro developed by Empyrean Nutrition is a workout shake that is supposed to increase muscular growth! How does Indu-Pro do this? Well it has fast acting carbohydrates in it which can help quickly deliver enzymes and nutrients to muscle cells. Which is why Insu-Pro is also full of antioxidants (150mg precisely)! Insu-Pro contains hydrolyzed casein protein; this is a main nutrient in a mother’s milk. It allows you to absorb proteins, and also allows you to heal from workouts quicker. Insu-Pro is a great workout shake because it has an active acting ingredient called tri-peptides.

  • Finaflex 1-Andro Reviews

    Supplement Reviews
    9 May 2012 | 10:09 am
    Finaflex 1-Andro brought to you by Redefine Nutrition is a great pro-hormone supplement. This supplement is delivered to you via a capsule, and can be taken one to six times a day. The usual dosage for someone using this supplement is three a day. Finaflex 1-Andro (60 capsules) contains: 160mg of 1-androsterone, 110mg of 3-hydroxy-5alpha-androst-1-en-17-one(which to put simply is the pro hormone ingredient in Finaflex 1-Andro), and finally 50mg of Bergamottin (breaks down the other ingredients in your body quicker). Minor ingredients include: Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, and…

  • Diesel Test Hardcore Reviews

    Supplement Reviews
    5 May 2012 | 1:09 pm
    Diesel Test Hardcore created by Get Diesel Nutrition is a very diverse herbal supplement. This supplement has tons of features! Diesel Test Hardcore not only is a supplement to promote muscle growth, but because it increases your testosterone levels your sex drive is also increased! Diesel Test Hardcore increases your sperm count and erections. It also prevents too much Cortisol from being produced in your body. This supplement is delivered in 200 tablets and can be taken two to six times a day. Diesel Test Hardcore main ingredients: 2mg of Vitamin B6, 13mcg of Selenium, 5mg of Zinc, and…
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    Hive Health Media

  • Could Oxygen Therapy Slow the Onset of Type 1 Diabetes?

    Kalen Smith
    16 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    A new study conducted at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine found that oxygen therapy can slow the onsetMore…Could Oxygen Therapy Slow the Onset of Type 1 Diabetes? is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!

  • Permanent Solutions for Missing Teeth

    VanessaK
    15 May 2012 | 10:00 pm
    If you have a missing tooth or teeth you may feel like your only solution to fix the problem wouldMore…Permanent Solutions for Missing Teeth is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!

  • Female Hair Loss Treatments – Surgical and Non Surgical

    Christina Appleworth
    15 May 2012 | 9:37 pm
    Female hair loss is always traumatic, but can be helped with loss treatments that can cover everything from surgical proceduresMore…Female Hair Loss Treatments – Surgical and Non Surgical is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!

  • Demand for Sleeping Pills Increases Substantially in the UK

    Kalen Smith
    15 May 2012 | 8:38 am
    Sleeping disorders have become much more prevalent in the UK in recent years. According to health experts, this is largelyMore…Demand for Sleeping Pills Increases Substantially in the UK is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!

  • What is Nutrition? – A Chef’s View

    Gavan Murphy
    14 May 2012 | 9:56 am
    Put in simple terms, nutrition is the way the body uses food. Every living thing needs food and water toMore…What is Nutrition? – A Chef’s View is a post from Hive Health Media, a Health News Site. Submit your guest blog post today!
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    Adonis Index Systems

  • AT8 Announcement

    John Barban
    16 May 2012 | 9:30 am
    The 8th Adonis Index transformation contest is upon us and it’s time to lay out the ground rules. This time around the categories have changed. Category # 1 — 12 Week Transformation – Start Date: May 21st End Date: Aug 12th Contest entry submissions will now be through an interactive web form that will be [...]

  • Squatted 396 Pounds at the Age of 14, Now Trains with Adonis Index

    admin
    14 May 2012 | 9:00 am
    Today we have an interview with Carl Thomson who placed 5th in the Open Level 1 Division in our latest Adonis Index Contest. Check out his pictures: At the beginning Carl was like most of the guys, he was skinny and wanted to put on some muscles. He went on the web and found a local [...]

  • Adonis “Effect” on CMT’s Singing Bee

    Brad Howard
    9 May 2012 | 4:58 pm
    Watch this quick video, I’ll explain 2 interesting things below as well as why this is being posted. (Fun starts at 14 second mark) Now you may be wondering why I’ve posted this video. Well, there are 2 big reasons: Scotty is one of our clients.  Yes, that’s right, he’s been with us from the [...]

  • Gain Muscle and Stay Lean

    admin
    7 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    Today we have an interview with Ross Goldsack who won the Open category level 1 in the latest Adonis Index Contest. Check out his pictures: Ross looks great and he was really happy with his look and how the pictures turned out. Here’s one more: Ross has a very common story and experience with fitness. A few [...]

  • Give Yourself Permission to Lift Light

    Vaclav Gregor
    4 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    We have talked about the permission to be light a lot lately, especially it comes up in the interviews, because guys are starting to realize that being 200 pounds might not be the answer to a great looking body. You would have to be about 6’2” and train for at least 10 years in order to be lean and ripped at [...]
 
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    Girl Heroes

  • Movement Matters : Week Two Results and Why I’m Not Writing a Workout Plan This Week

    jennincat
    15 May 2012 | 11:38 am
    This week has been a blur. We have been in Washington D.C and I’ve been trying to pack in as much as possible every day. The boys and I have been getting up every morning (except one) to go into the city around 9 am and returning home around 9 pm. While visiting D.C. has made it fairly easy to get in my steps, it hasn’t left me much time for blogging or editing videos. Or workouts. I didn’t get in the three workouts I had planned last week. I’m a little disappointed in myself but all I can do is admit I didn’t make working out a priority last week. My priority has been seeing…

  • Movement Matters – First Week’s Results and Weekly Workout Plan

    jennincat
    9 May 2012 | 9:34 am
    I have trouble with “following through”. I can’t even count the number of things I’ve started to only give up on halfway through and it wears on my confidence. I’m determined to follow through my “Movement Matters” challenge this month and get in 10,000 steps a day. Here are my the first week’s results. 5/1 – 10,706 5/2 – 10,504 5/3 – 9522 5/4 – 10,247 5/5 – 10,334 5/6 – 11,169 5/7 – 11,086 That’s an average of 10,509 steps a day. (Wow. I can use a calculator.) It feels great to follow through…

  • Girl Hero Mo

    jennincat
    2 May 2012 | 8:29 am
    Mo Talbot is a student, stay at home mom and a weight loss ambassador. Take one look at her before and after pictures on her Facebook page and you’ll see why. I “met” Mo when a friend of mine shared one of her motivational wall posts. I liked what I read and clicked through. I’m so happy I did. Mo is kind, bubbly, encouraging and committed to her goals. Not only does Mo spend time encouraging others with her if-I-can-do-it-you-can-too-atttitude on her very well liked Facebook page, I Got Tired of Being Fat and Got in Shape, she is also a busy mom with two kids…

  • Movement Matters May – 10,000 Steps a Day Movement Challenge and the Health Benefits of Walking

    jennincat
    1 May 2012 | 10:43 am
    May is the last full month of spring before summer “officially” kicks off with Memorial Day. Longer days make summer the perfect time for evening strolls. If you are like me (and most Americans) you could use a little more movement. This month in anticipation of my summer strolls (and if I’m honest, swimsuit season), I’m focusing on the most basic form of movement— walking. I’m taking on a personal 10,000 steps, the number most experts recommend, a day challenge. Movement Matters May – A 10,000 steps a day challenge A few years ago, I discovered just how…

  • How to be Honest with Yourself

    jennincat
    23 Apr 2012 | 11:00 am
    I haven’t been honest with myself. The other day while on a walk with one of my sons, I saw a long stretch of green grass stretching through the empty campground. Sprints? But… Well… Okay. Late that afternoon, before the mosquitoes came out, Brent and I walked over to the empty length of lawn. I carried my Gymboss set for 10 rounds of 30 seconds work/30 rest. Just 10 minutes. I hit start and took off.  I have loved sprinting since I saw the Black Stallion movie as a child. Yep, 30 years later I still occasionally have thoughts of being a horse galloping down the beach while…
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    "Get Up and Get Moving"

  • Health Monitor Magazine

    jillknapp
    15 May 2012 | 8:12 am
    Click on the 2nd photo to see larger so you can read the article.  I am very blessed to have been featured on the Guide to Diabetes put out by Health Monitor.   Thank you everyone who reads my blog.  I appreciate all of the support you have given to me through the years.  Please help me pay it forward by sharing this on your Facebook page or send it to anyone you know who needs a boost of “YES YOU CAN!! Because truly anyone that has the desire can change their life if they truly want to.  Photos done by Chad Case a wonderful photographer.  

  • Eat What You Want Day!!

    jillknapp
    11 May 2012 | 9:17 am
    This could be a very dangerous day!!  LOL!! So even though I could eat anything and everything I want all day long I am going to stick to my plan and eat healthy!! How about you? What will you be eating for the day?? Do share? Click here to view this Holiday!!

  • YOU can win at weight loss!!

    jillknapp
    9 May 2012 | 8:23 am
    I had some requests via e-mail wanting me to share how I lost the 100 pounds.  So I wanted to post this at the top so it’s easy to find.  Remember You can Win at weight loss! weight loss – Plan When selecting a low fat diet plan, make sure you are getting a balanced and complete diet Full of everything you will need to fuel your body. You will need to set realistic goals so you will get where you want to be. You can start by following some guidelines I listed below. Guidelines for a nutritional, low fat diet. 1. You must commit to consuming 6 small meals a day. I consider a…

  • Thursdays Thought! Which one are you?

    jillknapp
    3 May 2012 | 10:47 am
    From the:  Nutrition, Health & Fitness Resource Center

  • Jill’s Fit Tip Tuesday!

    jillknapp
    1 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    May is National Physical Fitness & Sports Month    May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month sponsored by the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, which started National Physical Activity and Sports Month in 1983. I urge you to take the challenge and “Get Up and Get Moving “ for your health, get active, and get fit starting now. It’s known that Adults need at least 30 minutes of activity 5 days a week.  You can choose using a bike or walk instead of driving, take the stairs instead of the elevator. Or you can come take a class at Nampa…
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  • Setting Realistic Expectations

    Pamela
    14 May 2012 | 10:54 am
    image by Lee Carson I have another new nickname. I call myself Slow Burn. It’s because my methods are slow and steady. I never promise anyone quick weight loss or dramatic overnight transformations. This can be a challenge when competing with the unrealistic expectations set by weight loss TV shows and advertisements for fat burning pills, fad diets and weight loss centers. Clients say they understand that when we first meet and they start their programs. Yet sometimes, at that first weigh in, she may step on the scale and sigh that she’s “only lost 3 lbs”. Meanwhile I want to jump…

  • What Counts as a Sweet Treat Ep 57

    IPBrian
    11 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    Personal Trainer Pamela Hernandez talks about what she considers a sweet treat and how often you should have them. In this video is advice for: How Pamela defines a "sweet treat". How often you should have one.

  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Backpack Kisses Recipe

    Pamela
    10 May 2012 | 11:02 am
    We all like a treat now and again. I like to tell my clients if you do the right things 90% of the time, the other 10% will be fine. It’s okay to celebrate your birthday or have the occasional indulgence.  I felt like I ate my way through Paris because I knew it wasn’t something I would be able to do again next month or even next year. I do not like to call treats “cheats”. I don’t like “cheat meals”. Cheating implies there is something, like a diet, to cheat on. Cheating implies guilt and guilt has no place in a healthy and fit relationship with food . I prefer splurge. It’s…

  • Monthly Workout Playlist May 2012

    Pamela
    7 May 2012 | 11:09 am
    My goal is to ride in our local Tour De Cure in June. I don’t usually ride and listen to music but if I decide to participate in the ride, I am going to need something to keep me entertained for the long training rides and the ride itself. Cycling has a much different pace than running. I certainly pedal faster than I run. This month’s playlist is a little more high energy, great for longer rides. Have fun cycling, running, lifting or whatever you do to stay active this month! Evacuate The Dancefloor by Cascada: One of my clients turned me on to this one. Thanks Jennifer! The House That…

  • Progress Not Perfection

    Pamela
    3 May 2012 | 11:06 am
    I was recently honored to be chosen to do a guest post for my Eat Clean Hero, Tosca Reno. This post appeared on her blog on  April 27, 2012. I wanted to share it here, just in case you missed it. Go to Tosca's blog to read all the other outstanding vegetarian and vegan guest posts. image by W Brian Duncan I am a vegetarian. I eat clean. I am a personal trainer. I am not perfect. My whole fitness journey, now in its 14th year, has been a work in progress. First, learning how to manage portions and find balance in my early meat free but carb heavy diet. Then learning being fit doesn’t mean…
 
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  • Stand Up Straight: Intelliskin Performance Clothing and the Benefits of Good Posture

    dr-j
    14 May 2012 | 4:01 pm
    Contributor: “Dr. J” Dr. J offers his irreverent, slightly irrelevant, but possibly useful opinions on health and fitness. A Florida surgeon and fitness freak with a black belt in karate, he runs 50 miles a week and flies a Cherokee Arrow 200. (CC) Joshua Sudock/OC Register Stand up straight! I’m sure most of us have heard that admonition encouraging us to have good posture when we were children. The Benefits of Good Posture You read everywhere about people extolling the virtues of good posture. The American Physical Therapy Association writes, “Posture is important in…

  • Be Brave in the Attempt: Dr. J’s Favorite Olympics Memory

    dr-j
    7 May 2012 | 3:02 pm
    Contributor: “Dr. J” Dr. J offers his irreverent, slightly irrelevant, but possibly useful opinions on health and fitness. A Florida surgeon and fitness freak with a black belt in karate, he runs 50 miles a week and flies a Cherokee Arrow 200. This is an Olympic year. In the upcoming summer, the world’s most accomplished athletes will converge on London, England to continue the greatest competition humanity has ever conceived. I’ve known several Olympians over the years, and each and every one of them was a dedicated, impressive and quality individual, yet when I…

  • Sign Spinning and 10 More Ways You Can Put More Activity Into Your Workday

    dr-j
    30 Apr 2012 | 11:23 am
    Contributor: “Dr. J” Dr. J offers his irreverent, slightly irrelevant, but possibly useful opinions on health and fitness. A Florida surgeon and fitness freak with a black belt in karate, he runs 50 miles a week and flies a Cherokee Arrow 200. I was driving across town today and was awestruck upon seeing a young woman holding a sign advertising apartments for rent while hula hooping and never missing a beat. I don’t know how long she kept it up, but I’m guessing it’s still happening as I type this column! On the way home from town today, driving a different…

  • Numbers, Weight, Quality of Life and the Best Proven Strategies for Weight Loss

    dr-j
    23 Apr 2012 | 3:52 pm
    Contributor: “Dr. J” Dr. J offers his irreverent, slightly irrelevant, but possibly useful opinions on health and fitness. A Florida surgeon and fitness freak with a black belt in karate, he runs 50 miles a week and flies a Cherokee Arrow 200. (CC) Bark/Flickr Numbers have long been the gold standard in medicine. In medical school, I was once asked by my attending physician what the laboratory’s Complete Blood Count (CBC) was on a patient I was following. Holding the patient’s chart at the time, I said, “Sure, I have them right here!” His stern response…

  • Facial Surgery: Separating People From the Disease

    dr-j
    16 Apr 2012 | 1:42 pm
    Contributor: “Dr. J” Dr. J offers his irreverent, slightly irrelevant, but possibly useful opinions on health and fitness. A Florida surgeon and fitness freak with a black belt in karate, he runs 50 miles a week and flies a Cherokee Arrow 200. Surgery of the face may need to be done for several reasons. In the past, I have discussed facial reconstruction and gunshot wounds. Another area requiring surgical intervention involves treating a variety of tumorous growths that can form in most any region of the face. In these cases, the facial surgeon often has the advantage of being…
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  • Why Do You Need Oats in Bodybuilding and Fitness?

    musclespro
    1 May 2012 | 5:45 pm
    As stated in the product’s name, Natural 100 Percent Oats and Whey by Optimum Nutrition, combines two powerful sources of the nutrients you’ll need to fill your muscle-building and fitness requirements – oats and whey. There are other fitness supplements in the market today that combine these two ingredients, instead of just having whey. Why do you need oats in bodybuilding and fitness? There are a number of good reasons and among the best ones are weight control, energy, and general health. People who consume oats regularly are less likely to become obese. In fact, studies…

  • An Effective And Progressive Workout Plan

    musclespro
    13 Apr 2012 | 7:05 am
    Many people workout, and go to the gym for a long time and do not see much improvement. Many more people join the gym after making their New Year’s resolutions and try to get quick results but many do not make it. Many people go often to the gym and they feel they are not getting the results equivalent to the amount of work they put in. Most of the time the new year’s resolutions people will drop out of their workout plan and go back to the. The other kind who go to the gym often will either continue to go and look the same for the next few years or they will also eventually stop…

  • Physical Therapy Linked to Strong Recovery for Bodybuilders

    musclespro
    11 Apr 2012 | 6:50 pm
    Bodybuilding is an artistic process of sculpture, as much as it is a strength-training sport. The athlete carves his body out from his own raw material, much the way a sculpture might chisel at a pillar of granite to form the sinewy details. Concentrating on specific muscle groups, the bodybuilder painstakingly focuses on muscle group isolation, whole body fluidity, and above all, symmetry. So when he sustains an injury, it might seem counter-intuitive to his sense of artistry when his physical therapy suddenly dictates that he must train unilaterally. Training unilaterally means training one…

  • Which Protein Supplement And When?

    musclespro
    10 Apr 2012 | 7:50 pm
    The most used supplement in the sports nutrition market is without question protein. These days, there are so many variations available, the question is deciding which type is ideal for you. This obviously depends on a variety of instances which include timing of consumption (morning, post workout), end goals (improved strength, lose weight), and whether any additional nutrients are needed via supplement form in your day-to-day diet (more carbs, vitamins and minerals). By considering your end goals to begin with, if you are wanting to achieve plenty of size then a weight gainer is probably…

  • Greek Yogurt – Why you need it?

    musclespro
    9 Apr 2012 | 3:40 pm
    In recent years, the yogurt aisle at the supermarket has experienced something of a cultural revolution. Made by straining away liquid, Greek yogurts are packed with twice as much muscle-friendly protein and fewer carbohydrates as regular versions. One key amino acid that Greek yogurt has in spades is leucine, a branched-chain amino that appears to be an anabolic activator and a vital part of muscle protein synthesis. Choose lower-fat plain varieties (which are just as creamy and thick) for a better protein-to-fat ratio, and less gut-busting sugar and calories than flavored yogurts. Expect to…
 
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  • The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective Asskickers

    Jamin Thompson
    28 Apr 2012 | 3:42 pm
    Success in life doesn’t just “happen”. You make choices and you perform certain actions, which in turn, give you various outcomes based on those choices and actions. You choose to eat healthier. You choose to go to the gym. You choose to stay faithful to your partner. You choose happiness. You choose success – and YOU choose failure. It's all YOU baby. I don’t really believe in destiny, or in any sort of secret force that makes some people successful if they “discover it within them”. That sort of stuff may sell books and fill auditoriums for…

  • Be All You Can Be

    Jamin Thompson
    23 Apr 2012 | 4:17 am
    Rewind 20 years and I was a young kid with crazy dreams and aspirations. (Check me out, I'm on the right) One day I wanted to be a professional wrestler, the next day an astronaut, and the next day a dinosaur. I honestly think that I wanted to be everything cool as a kid from a superhero to an insect to a garbage man back then. Funny thing is, out of all of the "you can be whatever you want" choices, I decided I wanted to become a garbage man. Yes, I said garbage man. The logic all made sense to me: (1) I would get to ride on the back of the garbage truck (aka superhero status);…

  • Don’t Play In Traffic – Powertec Interview

    Jamin Thompson
    20 Apr 2012 | 2:10 am
    In case you've never heard of Powertec (aka the world's best plate loaded home gyms), they are, in my humble opinion, one of the top fitness companies out there. I'm not just saying that because I'm associated with the company – I'm saying it because I truly believe it. From the ownership to management, to the creative & media team, to the office staff, to the equipment…it's rare to find their level of integrity, honesty, and quality anywhere else. This goes without saying but it's a true honor for me to have the opportunity to represent them as a…

  • The Truth About Food Additives

    Jamin Thompson
    16 Apr 2012 | 1:55 am
    It’s no secret, many of the ingredients and additives found in our food supply can be extremely controversial, even downright scary. In fact, sometimes it almost seems as if making sense of a food label requires a degree in food science or environmental chemistry… For example, some commonly used food additives include: Sulfated butyl oleate, Diethylenetriamine, Methacrylic acid-divinyl benzene copolymer, Succinic acid, and 2,2-dimethylhydrazide to name a few… (Do you know which one of the previously listed ingredients is commonly used in nutritional supplements? Here's a…

  • 10 Tips For Better Digestion

    Jamin Thompson
    11 Apr 2012 | 1:49 am
    I've said it before and I'll say it again – all diseases start in the gut. If you have poor gut health (which usually begins with poor digestion) you will constantly feel run down and sick, your body will function at less efficient levels, and your risk of chronic disease increases significantly. As discussed in previous posts, good digestion is critically important, not only your overall health but for your fat loss and muscle building efforts as well. This goes without saying but it’s not what you eat that counts, but what you digest and absorb. If you don’t absorb…
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  • May race planner for Southwest Florida

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    28 Apr 2012 | 10:10 am
    May provides local runners a number of opportunities to race. Let’s run through some of the events scheduled for the month.May 5- Englewood YMCA County Line 5K: This event raises funds for scholarships for needy children in...

  • Healthy recipes: Dark Chocolate Espresso Granola Bars

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    30 Nov 2011 | 10:00 pm
    It has been a while since we looked at a clean eating recipe. Fortunately, Ana from Estero sent the Fitness Examiner a recipe that sounds pretty tasty. Today we are going to find out how to make Dark Chocolate Espresso...

  • Southwest Florida races for Thanksgiving 2011

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    31 Oct 2011 | 7:47 pm
    The November 2011 race planner finishes out the month with three races on Thanksgiving Day.Click here for early November races.Click here for November 19 races. November 24: Cape Coral Turkey Trot- This is the 32nd year for this...

  • 2011 Race planner for Southwest Florida: November 19

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    31 Oct 2011 | 6:55 pm
    Our round-up of November 2011 races in Southwest Florida continues with 3 race opportunities on November 19.Click here for early November races.Click here for Thanksgiving Day races.November 19: Pumpkin 5K- This 7:30 am race is...

  • Race planner for Southwest Florida: early November 2011

    Alan Hughes, Ft. Myers Fitness Examiner
    31 Oct 2011 | 6:03 pm
    As the weather cools down, the number of race opportunities in Southwest Florida increase. November 2011 offers up several races, including some less common distances. This article will cover races in the first half of the month. Click here for...
 
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  • Horizontal Shoulder Press John Meadows

    Gregor
    16 May 2012 | 10:15 am
    Big man struggling with little weights. Doesn’t look that hard, but try it for yourself. These are really tough. I am actually trying to keep my wrists lined up with my elbow (held high), but even with 5 lbs it’s tough. These are great to develop external rotation strength, and they also compliment shoulder workouts well. Share This!TweetHorizontal Shoulder Press John Meadows is a post by Gregor from All Things Gym.

  • Correct Standing MWOD

    Gregor
    16 May 2012 | 6:23 am
    Ok, so I stand corrected. Share This!TweetCorrect Standing MWOD is a post by Gregor from All Things Gym.

  • Cook Bacon in Water for Extra Tenderness

    Gregor
    16 May 2012 | 3:19 am
    If you are not the “baking bacon in the oven” kind of guy, here is a quick tip to improve your favorite breakfast food. Instructions: place the bacon in just enough water to cover it in a skillet over high heat initial water keeps the initial cooking temp low, so the meat retains its moisture and stays tender once the water boils lower the heat to low medium when all the water is boiled away, turn heat to medium low and continue to cook until bacon is crisp & brown What it does: while the water is boiling, bacon fat is almost completely rendered less likely to burn the bacon…

  • Wu Chao 190kg Clean & Jerk @ 69kg

    Gregor
    15 May 2012 | 9:35 pm
    At the 2012 IWF Junior World Championships Wu Chao (69kg) equaled the junior clean and jerk world record with 190kg. First place in the 69kg with 152kg + 190kg (14kg more than the 2nd in the c&j). Share This!TweetWu Chao 190kg Clean & Jerk @ 69kg is a post by Gregor from All Things Gym.

  • Old School Russian Weightlifting Technique Drills

    Gregor
    15 May 2012 | 10:47 am
    Check out this Russian weightlifting technique video from 1989. The title translates to something like “Methods of improving the technical skills”. One of the drills they show is a jump onto a box while snatching and cleaning. Anybody used this before? Also, check out this split jerk foot position device. I wonder how many people rolled their ankles on this one. Share This!TweetOld School Russian Weightlifting Technique Drills is a post by Gregor from All Things Gym.
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  • Gymchat 169 - Recovery Foods

    Scott Andrew Bird
    14 May 2012 | 8:04 pm
    Chas Melichar.Quick reminder : we've noted a number of forms of recovery over the years - everything from sleep to the various forms of 'active recovery'. In this week's Gymchat we'll be taking a look at the nutritional side of things; the various foods and drinks to consume (and when) which help keep your post-workout soreness to a minimum. And naturally, if you've got any questions on your own nutritional needs, we'll be more than happy to go through as many as possible. Join us for Gymchat 169 - Recovery Foods. When you've pushed your body to the limit, how do you recover? This week we're…

  • Looking At : May 13, 2012

    Scott Andrew Bird
    12 May 2012 | 7:03 pm
    Echo Point, Blue Mountains. During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, the Forums and so on. Here are a few of my favourites. Brown fat, white fat : Brown fat expends energy, white fat stores it. Is it possible to make white fact act brown? Yep. Info on ketosis | interview with Dr Stephen Phinney : during the week we watched a great video describing the theory of a low-carb diet (including a thorough description of ketosis), as well as a very interesting interview with the co-author of The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living, Dr Stephen Phinney.

  • Gymchat 168 - Workout Nutrition II

    Scott Andrew Bird
    7 May 2012 | 11:13 pm
    Maik Wiedenbach.Quick reminder : in this week's Gymchat we'll be returning to a critical area that's often overlooked (or at the very least, not given a great deal of thought); the various things we consume before/during/after our time in the gym. Maik will help to clarify what particular types of foods do during these periods, why and how. And naturally, if you've got any questions on your own nutritional needs, we'll be more than happy to go through as many as possible. Join us for Workout Nutrition II. The other side of training - nutrition. This week we're returning to our conversation on…

  • Looking At : May 6, 2012

    Scott Andrew Bird
    5 May 2012 | 6:56 pm
    Echo Point, Blue Mountains. During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, the Forums and so on. Here are a few of my favourites. The MotivePro Suit, and a Workout Shirt : these two ideas give us taste of what workout clothing could be like over the next few years. Good stuff. Reset your Body Clock : this is a very interesting idea. Although there are natural ways to achieve similar results (we looked at a couple of them here), there will always be a reason to tweak things on a more temporary basis. Nice one. Organ Donation via Facebook : a fascinating…

  • Quael dich, du Sau! (Talent Alone Means Nothing!)

    Maik Wiedenbach
    5 May 2012 | 7:53 am
    Udo Boelts (on the right).Today I want to touch again on the topic of genetics, since that is something I encounter often when speaking with trainees. The above saying could be loosely translated as "make yourself suffer, you piglet". These wise words were spoken by Udo Boelts, the gentlemen on the right, to his teammate, Jan Ullrich, wearing the yellow jersey during the 1997 Tour de France. The roles were pretty clear, Ullrich was the captain of Team Telekom and in command of the tour. Boelts, on the other hand, was his assistant, his job was to get him over the Alps and safe to Paris.
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  • Bennett clinches Olympic berth in San Diego

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    12 May 2012 | 12:26 pm
    Many consider San Diego to be the birthplace of the triathlon. Whether it is or not, the sport was focused on the city this weekend as it played host to the 2012 International Triathlon Union (ITU) World Triathlon Series. Although...

  • Raelert and Lidbury take titles home from Mallorca

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    12 May 2012 | 11:30 am
    Around 2,300 athletes from 63 different countries answered the starting gun today for the 2012 Ironman 70.3 Mallorca. This was the second running of this event on the Spanish island of Mallorca. Last year, German pro Andres Raelert...

  • 2012 Knoxville Rev3 results: Bennett and Williamson take titles

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    6 May 2012 | 12:25 pm
    Another Revolution3 Knoxville is in the books. A talented pro field came to eastern Tennessee for the Olympic distance race consisting of a 1,500 meter swim, a 40 km bike ride and a 10 km run. Last year&nbsp...

  • Naeth takes 2012 Ironman 70.3 St. Croix women's race

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    6 May 2012 | 11:06 am
    Several of the women entered in this long-standing event were strong podium contenders. Angela Naeth and Mary Beth Ellis already have 70.3 wins this year. Naeth won the 70.3 Panama, and Mary Beth Ellis successfully defended her...

  • 2012 Ironman 70.3 St. Croix results: Potts takes men's race

    Alan Hughes, Triathlon Examiner
    6 May 2012 | 10:21 am
    The Ironman 70.3 St. Croix has roots back to the 1988 America's Paradise Triathlon, making it one of the older races in the series. Much of the attention in the men’s race was focused on...
 
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  • Stair Workouts for Endurance Athletes

    admin
    16 May 2012 | 11:46 am
    ASEA and its foundational technology are completely protected by U.S. patents 5,334,383;  5,507,932;  5,674,537;  5,731,008;  6,007,686;  6,117,285. ASEA athletes are finding they can go farther, faster, longer without red-lining their heart rate or going into critical oxygen debt Redox Signaling molecules are the key to cell efficiency ASEA athletes increase cell efficiency, giving them a competitive advantage Clinical studies show 12% average increase in time to VT (ventilatory threshold) Tested athletes report shorter recovery time and less soreness and fatigue Clinically proven, 100%…

  • ASEA Frontiers: Metabolites

    Mike
    7 May 2012 | 8:40 pm
    View the FAQ for the ASEA Frontiers: Metabolites Research ASEA and its foundational technology are completely protected by U.S. patents 5,334,383;  5,507,932;  5,674,537;  5,731,008;  6,007,686;  6,117,285. Q. Who conducted this research? (Want a full 20 page Summary of the Research?  Get it Here!) A. This research took place at the North Carolina Research Institute, a collaborative entity involving seven universities (Duke, UNC Chapel Hill, NC State, UNC Charlotte, NC Central, NC A&T State, UNC Greensboro, Appalachian State). The research was led by the Appalachian State…

  • Clinical Trial on ASEA confirms Athletic Advantage

    Mike
    27 Apr 2012 | 6:19 pm
    New Research Shows Link to Drinking ASEA and Likely Glycogen Sparing for Athletes Study finds that after drinking ASEA for one week, athletes experienced shift in 43 metabolites ASEA, LLC has announced the release of findings at the Experimental Biology 2012 Conference in San Diego of a new study from the Human Performance Laboratory showing increased power output and endurance among competitive athletes. The study, released April 25, 2012, supervised by Dr. David C. Nieman, DrPH, FACSM at the Human Performance Laboratory, Appalachian State University, found that after drinking ASEA athletes…

  • ASEA Science

    Matt
    25 Apr 2012 | 10:56 am
    More than 16 years ago, a group of medical professionals, engineers, and researchers discovered a proprietary method for creating Redox Signaling molecules native to the human body. This work led to the creation of the foundational technology behind ASEA, providing a way to deliver to the body these stabilized Redox Signaling molecules necessary for optimal cellular health. Building on this foundational technology, ASEA scientists and researchers improved and expanded the proprietary process, further stabilizing these Redox Signaling molecules and making them commercially available to…

  • The Emerging Field of Redox Signaling

    Matt
    24 Apr 2012 | 10:19 am
    Volumes of research from independent scientists around the world confirm the vital nature of Redox Signaling to cell health. And every day more research and published articles are appearing about Redox Signaling, making it one of the fastest growing research fields in science. ASEA is the first and only stable, perfectly balanced mixture of these Redox Signaling reactive molecules that exists outside of living cells, and can be used to help maintain proper balance inside the body to support the immune system and healing process. Redox Signaling Research Links: Critical Care 10(208) (2006),…
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  • Are cravings a sign?

    Luke
    14 May 2012 | 9:55 am
    How often do you have a craving? How intense is it? For many people, perhaps for yourself, cravings can be a disruptive part of every single day, and they can be hard to ignore. Though sometimes we just feel like having a treat, there could be a much more serious message that a craving is sending to you. Find out now what that is, and how to take action to correct the problem.

  • Why Does PAGG Work So Well?

    Luke
    9 May 2012 | 7:32 am
    I hear the question "Does PAGG work?" pretty often these days. And it's not a hard question to answer. But one that came up recently was 'Why does PAGG work so well?' - and I wasn't well prepared for that one. So, I decided to investigate and little further, and get to the bottom of it. Here's what I found.

  • Look amazing this summer

    Luke
    24 Apr 2012 | 6:24 am
    Have you looked at the calendar recently? Starting to count the weeks, not the months, until those warm summer days give you a great reason to head to the outdoors, cook a delicious BBQ and unwind with friends? Maybe you're thinking you'd like to enjoy some outdoor activities this year, more than you've been able to in recent years? Whatever your reason, there's only a couple of precious months left before summer, and now's a perfect time to focus in on losing fat, and feeling great, so you're ready for those warm days, and fun nights. Read on to discover how you can look your best all…

  • Lose more fat with this antidote to stress

    Luke
    12 Apr 2012 | 7:58 am
    Stress, stress, stress. The word almost makes you feel more of it. So today I want to take a look at one antidote to stress that is proven to help reduce those stress levels, and in turn potentially help you lose fat that's hanging around due to stress. Read on for the very simple antidote you can use every day (hint: it's not exercise).

  • Does this muscle growth hack work for you?

    Luke
    11 Apr 2012 | 6:48 pm
    This is a little trick that I've been testing over a number of months, and I can conclude that it's working for me. With some science to back up the idea, I want to know if this muscle growth hack works for you too.
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  • ICON Twitter Updates for 2012-05-15

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 6:02 pm
    Rhodiola Rosea is the best adaptogen for shift workers and med students renormalizing levels of dopamine, serotonin, GABA, and acetylcholine # If the back squat far exceeds results in the power snatch or power clean, this suggests a strength imbalance in the hamstrings # Powered by Twitter Tools

  • 8 Creepy Mystery Ingredients in Fast Food

    jeff
    14 May 2012 | 7:18 pm
    Among all of the apocryphal tales of disgusting items found in fast food, some of the truths (crushed beetles?) may be more disturbing than the myths. By Melissa Breyer Would you like a cow eyeball with your burger? One of the more-enduring urban legends about McDonald’s is that their hamburgers contain cow eyeballs. While this has not proven to be the case, the company’s Baked Hot Apple Pie does contain duck feathers, or at least an ingredient commonly derived from such. Truth can be just as strange as fiction. How have duck feathers become a viable ingredient in apple pie? Welcome…

  • ICON Twitter Updates for 2012-05-14

    admin
    14 May 2012 | 6:02 pm
    Protein represents a mere 11% of the calories that Americans consume-Does not take a genius that the other 89% come from fat+carbs # Consuming the equivalent of 2 cups of coffee (5 mg/kilo of BW) 1 hour before training can reduce post-workout muscle soreness by up to 48% # Powered by Twitter Tools

  • ICON Twitter Updates for 2012-05-13

    admin
    13 May 2012 | 6:02 pm
    The average American eats 200 grams of sugar per day. So basically a cup a day. # Baskin Robbin’s Heath Bar Shake-Ranked it the unhealthiest drink in all of America-2,310 calories, 266 gr of sugar and 108 gr of fat! # Powered by Twitter Tools

  • ICON Twitter Updates for 2012-05-12

    admin
    12 May 2012 | 6:02 pm
    The top 3 things to raise the cardioprotective fractions (The good fractions of HDL) niacin (500 mg)-panthetine (900 mg)-Resveratrol (400mg) # Incorporate some stretching… http://t.co/XHxz8Vts # Need more activity? http://t.co/hE0RLwB2 # Alternative medicine? http://t.co/lbku8nZP # FATigue… http://t.co/qIi1FXWm # There in the US – 72 million obese people. I repeat obese, not overweight. Basically the combined population of Australia and Canada # Powered by Twitter Tools
 
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  • The 5 Do's of Getting Fit

    RomyRome
    14 May 2012 | 11:19 am
    Are you looking for a secret to success, a magic pill that will burn all of your fat and sculpt your body? Well sorry to say these do not exist. However, I will provide you with some tips that will help you get the body you've always wanted. Earn your body with my 5 Do's of Getting Fit: Do eat clean: Eating clean is not only good for your health, it also brings great benefits for your body. If you want to look lean and fit, keep your  diet as clean as possible. Make sure you keep high fatty foods to a limited amount in your daily diet or remove them completely! People think that eating clean…

  • Top 10 Bodybuilding Show Tips for Bikini Competitors

    RomyRome
    9 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    Candice Perfect is this week’s guest writer for FitBodyHype!  She is a rising NPC bikini competitor and a member of Team EDGE (a professional fitness team coached by Ingrid Romero and Joe Discuillo). Candice placed 4th at the 2012 LA FitExpo/IRON MAN Magazine Naturally Bodybuilding Championships, and just placed 2nd at the NPC Amateur Grand Prix.  Look for her on the stage at the NPC USA National Championships in July. Here are 10 tips for Bikini Competitors #1:  Practice your stage presence and posing BEFORE the day of the show!  You should practice posing a little bit every day so you…

  • 4 Tips to Lose Fat & Get Fit

    RomyRome
    9 May 2012 | 8:55 am
    Diet, Diet, Diet- This is the key to successful weight loss. The better foods you eat will help you burn those extra pounds. Have a clean diet full of lean protein sources, as well as healthy fats, and carbohydrates. Lean protein sources can be chicken, fish, turkey, tofu, eggs, and extra lean cuts of beef. Many people think a low-fat diet should be a no-fat diet, but you actually need to include fats in your diet to be healthy and for your body to function efficiently. The best kind of fats are polyunsaturated fats which can be found in plants. Some foods that contain these healthy fats are…

  • Personal Health PhD: 8 Practical Living Tips to Keep the Doctors Away

    Drew
    27 Apr 2012 | 2:07 pm
    Health spending in America reached $2.6 trillion in 2010, according to the latest analysis - and spending is speeding up. Averaging over $8,000 per person, per year, are expected to rise to $9,000 before long, and despite the fact people are getting enough medical care to qualify for some accredited online doctoral programs, people seem to be deteriorating further. For 39% of Americans, stress levels are continuing to rise. This may paint a grim picture, but the good news is that personal health can be changed with only a few simple choices. Here is a handy list to get you started on dropping…

  • Fitbody Model: Candice Perfect Photo Gallery

    RomyRome
    27 Apr 2012 | 1:28 pm
    I was recently approached by Candice Perfect, one of the NPC bikini competitors from Ingrid Romero's Team Edge. She sent her bio and after talking to her I learned that she is a really cool person with an awesome story. She has great things coming in her future with her fitness career as well as her educational & professional goals. Candice is a very positive woman and has a lot to offer. Check out some of her pictures then go Read her interview here.    
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    Finding My Fitness

  • Add Years To Your Life With This One Simple Change

    jason
    15 May 2012 | 9:00 am
    There’s a simple change you can make today – even right now, possibly – that will do more to save your life than you realize. It’s surprising, too, how natural and perfectly normal it is and yet how many people will think you’re odd for doing it (but who said being odd was a bad thing, eh? ) For example, the first week I did it people would stop by, laugh a bit, and ask me why in the world I’d want to do it. Others would spot me, chuckle, shake their heads, and walk away. Who would have thought standing was so controversial?! Sitting too much could kill you We all know that people…

  • 3 Great Prizes and the E-Book Winners!

    jason
    27 Apr 2012 | 9:00 am
    We’re doing a challenge this month, and it’s awesome to have several people involved! We’ve already got some signups for the list (that’s how I’m keeping track of everyone who is doing the challenge with us), so if you still want to join up, you can do so here (link). Here are the cool prizes you can get if you win the challenge: The Paleo Solution by Robb Wolf The Paleo Solution does a fantastic job at explaining the “why” questions that The 4 Hour Body left a lot of us with. No, slow-carb and paleo aren’t the same thing, but they’re…

  • 30 Days To Your Fitness Successes

    jason
    25 Apr 2012 | 9:00 am
    Last week I offered you, for free, a guide that will help you maximize your fitness results in 30 days. (FYI, that offer is still open until Friday – go check it out!) I asked Robb Wolf’s team for that guide because I wanted to get you involved in a fitness challenge I’m putting together because my wife will make me stop blogging until I meet my goals unless I do it by June 1. There are even prizes for winning participants! But I’ll get to that later. Why should you participate? This is my first attempt at building a community around the idea of Finding Your Fitness.

  • Heat It Up: How to Look Great For The Summer!

    jason
    18 Apr 2012 | 9:00 am
    The summer’s right around the corner, and that can only mean one thing: You’re freaking out about putting on your bathing suit! Ok, hopefully you’re one of the lucky ones that doesn’t have to worry about it, but the rest of us do, so bear with me. Oh, and towards the end I’ll tell you about the free stuff I mentioned last week. Everyone wants to look good in a bathing suit (or less) Even though I never have (from my perspective), I still hope to one day not jiggle too much. If you’re here, you might be thinking about that too. The good news is with some…

  • I Might Have To Quit Blogging (And You Can Get Free Stuff)

    jason
    10 Apr 2012 | 9:00 am
    Don't let me quit! They say one of the best ways to make sure you’re reaching your goals is to keep yourself accountable to someone for those goals. Well, I did that with my wife and it could bite me in the butt. It’s probably no secret to you that I’ve been stalling again. At least I think I am. I make small progress, but it’s not the consistency that I want. In February we made a deal. If I didn’t lose 40 lbs by June, I had to stop “playing with the blog” until I did. Well, crap! It worked for a while I did well at the beginning, dropping about…
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    Exercise and Nutrition Tips

  • Training Less To Gain More Muscle

    trainermike
    13 May 2012 | 9:50 pm
    Gain More Muscle by Training Less The extra work you fit into anything, the better success you will accomplish. This has often been a commonly recognized truth that is true in several parts of life. If you study harder, you will get better grades. If you practice your athletic skills more, you will become a better athlete. The more time you spend figuring out how to play an instrument, the better musician you will become. For this reason, it simply makes sense to spend more time in the gym because the stronger and more muscular your body will turn out to be, correct? In contrast to what you…

  • How Exercise and Meditation Can Help With Delivery Day

    trainermike
    13 May 2012 | 6:00 am
    In honor of Mother’s Day and May being Pregnancy Awareness month , here is a guest post written by Katie Moore  about two alternative ways to prepare for delivery day. Two Alternative Ways to Prepare for Delivery Day Many preparations go into making delivery day a happy welcoming of baby into the world. Mom has likely spent weeks with a to-go bag packed full of essentials, and the entire pregnancy eating the recommended, balanced diet. The nursery is prepared with things the baby is likely to need for the first few weeks. Mom has become familiar with the general procedures for…

  • Stay Hydrated: Know How Much Water To Drink

    trainermike
    6 May 2012 | 7:23 pm
    How Much Water to Drink to Stay Hydrated There is certainly no correct answer to just how much water you need to consume everyday. Just like the fact that you are unique, your needs for water are also. The amount of water you need to have to consume depends on several factors such as your health condition, how active you usually are and the climate you live. However there isn’t a single formula will be for all people, as there are a few guidelines that are available to assist you. The important thing is to stay hydrated and by knowing how much water to drink this will eliminate ever…

  • A Review of the TRX Pro Pack and Door Anchor

    trainermike
    2 May 2012 | 7:13 pm
    TRX Pro Pack and Door Anchor Review Product Description: The TRX Pro Pack and Door Anchor is really a suspension training device that uses the force of gravity as well as your own bodyweight to provide you with with a full entire bodyworkout. It can support as much as 1000lb in weight and it is backed by a one month, 100% satisfaction guarantee. It’s also very compact and may fit inside a lunch time bag whilst weighing under 2lb. The TRX Pro Pack and Door Anchor includes: 65 Minutes… Basic Instruction DVD. 35 Page, Full Color Workout Manual. 2 Bonus Workouts which include TRX…

  • Keeping Motivated When Working Out at Home

    trainermike
    29 Apr 2012 | 10:15 am
    Keeping Motivated While Working Out at Home An exercise workout program is not going to be successful for anyone unless they can stay focused and motivated on their goal. Keeping motivated may be tough at home as their are focused. Although many may like the atmosphere of not worrying about people watching them work out, their tends to be some distractions that you are faced with that may cause you to lose your wanting to work out. Because of this, many people favor working out at home for comfort reasons, but they may find staying motivated to be more difficult. Here are a few tips about…
 
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    Live Fitness Now

  • Shakeology or P90X Recovery Formula – Which One Should You Use

    Coach Lisa
    15 May 2012 | 4:06 pm
    So what should you use, Shakeology or P90X Recovery Formula? Many people mix these up and don’t know the difference. If you are you serious about your workouts and looking for the best recovery drink, giving your body the right nutrients can make all the difference in your fitness results and muscle recovery. In this [...]

  • Brazil Butt Lift Can Help Tone Your Bum

    Coach Lisa
    9 May 2012 | 3:53 pm
    If you are reading this, chances are you want to find out if Brazil Butt Lift can help tone your bum and thinking about buying it. There comes a time in every woman’s life when our rear starts sagging, it’s just too big, or flabby! Forget about butt augmentation! It’s time to reshape your buttocks [...]

  • 5 Tips to Lose Weight

    Coach Lisa
    4 May 2012 | 3:41 pm
    If you are reading this, you must be looking for tips to lose weight. With so many crazy diets out there, you may have tried some but did not lose weight and keep it off. That can be so frustrating! The truth is, when you use gimmick ways to shed pounds, you usually gain it [...]

  • Les Mills Flow Review

    Coach Lisa
    2 May 2012 | 5:56 pm
    In this Les Mills Flow review, you’ll learn why this workout is a must to maximize your Les Mills Pump workout. Although most Yoga workouts are about 60 minutes, not everyone has time to do that. At only 20 minutes, you can easily make time for it too. This length of workout cannot replace an [...]

  • Les Mills Pump Sports Attack Review

    Lisa J.
    27 Apr 2012 | 1:18 pm
    In this Les Mills Pump Sports Attack review, you will find out why this workout is a must-have. It’s part of the Les Mills Pump deluxe package or the upgrade. Using your own body weight, these high-energy cardio moves will challenge you with athletic agility training. If you want to burn fat, this workout is [...]
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    Fab Fit Squad

  • 5 Ingredients Clean Grill Recipes

    Kim
    3 May 2012 | 8:54 am
    We are just 4 short weeks away from the unofficial start of summer Memorial Day. For some of you that means pulling out the grill and hosting your first BBQ. Personally I grill year round provided it’s not snowing or raining to hard =). I really enjoy the way food tastes on the grill, put it make cleaning up a cinch! Here are 2 of my favorite recipes. Grilled Steak Tips In Sweet Balsamic Marinade 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tsp dark brown sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 pound steak tips, trimmed salt and pepper In a large glass bowl, whisk together the…

  • The Power Of Consistency

    Kim
    24 Apr 2012 | 8:11 am
    I’ll be the first person to admit that when I was competing my off season consistency was a bit of a battle.  I would finish doing a show in June and wouldn’t compete again until the following April.  Here’s my dirty little secret.  I didn’t stay consistent.  It took me about 2 seasons of this consistent non-consistent behavior for me to realize that if I was consistent with my off-season nutrition and workouts getting it together for a show wouldn’t be as hard. For those of you don’t compete. You know what I’m talking about you know you watch what you are eating to…

  • Are you being lazy?

    Kim
    30 Mar 2012 | 9:47 am
    Did you know that humans are the only living things on earth that can stunt their own growth potential?  Think about a tree just grows as tall as it can it doesn’t care that it’s ripping up the sidewalk or getting into septic system it just grows!  Not us humans!  Our minds have a way of limiting are beliefs in what we will be able to accomplish.  If a human were that tree we’d think we couldn’t possible grow big enough to rip up a sidewalk and it would be so bad if we ruptured someone’s septic tank.  We are AWESOME at getting in our own way. Do you what really gets in way is…

  • 9 Ways To Change Your Fitness Habits — pt2.

    Kim
    29 Feb 2012 | 5:06 am
    Last week I talked about how to change your perspective to get fit. This week I give you the rest of the tips — you are either moving forward toward your goals, treadmilling — plugging away but going now where or standing still. My hop is that these goals will help propel you forward into taking action. GET A SUPPORT SYSTEM. Find someone or many someones who could help hold you accountable and I’m talking someone who isn’t afraid to call you on your stuff — I’d like you to insert your own expletive. You don’t have someone like that in your life…

  • 9 Ways To Change Your Fitness Habits

    Kim
    22 Feb 2012 | 5:59 am
    Spring is less than 30 days away. We are all thinking about spring/summer events that are happening that we want to be in our best shape.  Here are 10 core commitments that if you follow will get you to where you need to be. DECIDE WHAT YOU WANT! I’m talking be really firm with yourself, say I want to rock my bikini on vacation, I’m going to look fantastic in my wedding dress, I’m going to fit into my skinny jeans.  I don’t want to hear I’m going to give it a month and see. I’m going to cross my fingers and hope this will work. Not going to cut it. Living a healthy lifestyle…
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    Stay Fit

  • Responding to a Fitbuggers Request

    Shaun
    16 May 2012 | 3:33 pm
    Responding to a Fitbuggers Request >>>Click here to sign up to the email newsletter>Stay stacked up on your bodybuilding resources (Supplements/Fitness equipment/Books)

  • Bodybuilding Basics – Hard Gainers Overtaining Rules

    Shaun
    16 May 2012 | 3:33 am
    Bodybuilding Basics – Hard Gainers Overtaining Rules >>>Click here to sign up to the email newsletter>Stay stacked up on your bodybuilding resources (Supplements/Fitness equipment/Books)

  • Happy Thanks Giving 2009

    Shaun
    15 May 2012 | 3:33 pm
    Happy Thanks Giving 2009 >>>Click here to sign up to the email newsletter>Stay stacked up on your bodybuilding resources (Supplements/Fitness equipment/Books)

  • Stay-Fit Bug Best of the Month – September

    Shaun
    15 May 2012 | 3:33 am
    Stay-Fit Bug Best of the Month – September >>>Click here to sign up to the email newsletter>Stay stacked up on your bodybuilding resources (Supplements/Fitness equipment/Books)

  • Surfing Bug: Look What the Bug has found

    Shaun
    14 May 2012 | 3:33 pm
    Surfing Bug: Look What the Bug has found >>>Click here to sign up to the email newsletter>Stay stacked up on your bodybuilding resources (Supplements/Fitness equipment/Books)
 
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    James Kerrison

  • Eat Stop Eat Winners Announced

    james
    23 Apr 2012 | 10:26 pm
    First of all I want to say a big thank you to everyone that left a comment in the Eat Stop Eat giveaway. It was awesome to read each of the comments to see what people had experienced using Intermittent Fasting as part of their lifestyle. The first winner is Sue who commented: Omg eat [...]

  • Win A Copy Of Eat Stop Eat

    james
    18 Apr 2012 | 10:26 pm
    When you’re on a good thing you’re on a good thing. When that good thing gets even better, then you know life is good. This would explain in brief my experience with Brad Pilon and Eat Stop Eat. From trying my first experimental fast back in 2009 through to incorporating fasting into my everyday lifestyle, [...]

  • Benefits Of Deadlifts

    james
    18 Apr 2012 | 1:09 am
    Hey there, today I’ve got a guest post from Jason Paris who is a strength and conditioning coach in Atlanta. In addition to training people Jason runs Fitness Doctrine, a website that cuts through the hype to bring you the best information from the leading experts in the fitness world, to help people lose weight and [...]

  • Quick and Easy Waldorf Salad

    james
    16 Apr 2012 | 12:41 am
    If you know me, then you’ll know that I like things to be simple. Not too much fuss, planning or preparation required. This holds true espeecially when it comes to food preparation. One of the first things I look for in a new recipe is how many ingredients it has. More than a handful and [...]

  • Are You Digging Deep Enough For Results?

    james
    28 Mar 2012 | 4:45 pm
    There’s a saying I heard the other day that went something like this: When looking for oil, you can dig 100 holes 1 foot deep, or you can dig 1 hole 100 feet deep. A subsequent Google search found nothing, so either I heard it wrong, or I totally misunderstood something along the way. Either [...]
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    The Fit Mommy Blog

  • Have you seen this?

    3 May 2012 | 8:15 pm
    If you haven't checked out this page on my website, you really should...it's filled with great workout programs and ideas! Click here to check it out!

  • Another great find!

    22 Apr 2012 | 1:04 pm
    Hello there! Today I wanted to let you know about a fantastic website I've come across, Amanda-Russell.com. Amanda is an Olympic-trained-athlete-turned-fitness-model with a passion for health and fitness. I love Amanda's site, it contains a lot of great info, including an article written by yours truly called 5 Tips for a Safe and Effective Workout. Another great thing about Amanda's site- she offers free workout videos! These workouts are so great that I've been doing some of them the past couple of weeks :) The best thing about Amanda's workouts is that you can do them anywhere, and most…

  • The Food Revolution

    10 Apr 2012 | 12:48 pm
    Recently I embarked on a 21 day detox that involved lots of juicing, raw fruits and vegetables. It was challenging at times, but definitely worth it. Fruits and vegetables are the mainstay of my diet and I have become even more fascinated with the correlation between diet and health. Recently I was invited to the first ever Food Revolution Virtual Summit, and I wanted to let you in on this little secret too! Bestselling author John Robbins is personally interviewing 21 people who are leaders in movements for healthy, sustainable, humane and delicious food. And you can join in -- for FREE!

  • 20 Minute Workout for Busy Moms

    23 Mar 2012 | 6:59 pm
    This 20 minute workout for moms was designed by Amanda Russell - perfect for any busy mom!

  • Helpful Links

    19 Mar 2012 | 9:43 pm
    Fit Mommy Links - Your online resource for other great websites devoted to health and fitness.
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    Coach Calorie

  • 15 Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate

    Coach Calorie
    16 May 2012 | 8:29 am
    You really can have your cake and eat it too. After reading these 15 health benefits of dark chocolate, you might just be tempted to buy a bar the next time you’re at the grocery store. Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate Improves insulin sensitivity [1] [2]. Decreases blood pressure [1] [2] [3] [4]. Improves B-cell function for better immune response [1]. Improves endothelial function [3] [5]. Lowers total and LDL cholesterol, and raises HDL cholesterol [4] [6]. Significantly lowers C-Reactive protein, which reduces inflammation [7]. Increases blood concentrations of epicatechin –…

  • 10 Muscle Recovery Tips For Improved Performance

    Coach Calorie
    15 May 2012 | 8:28 am
    The faster you recover, the sooner you can start building muscle and losing body fat. Here are 10 muscle recovery tips to speed up the process. Optimize Your Post-Workout Meal Your post-workout meal is your most important meal of the day. No other meal will have as big of an impact on your recovery as the first meal after your workout. What should this meal look like? Including carbohydrates in your post-workout meal decreases muscle protein breakdown [1]. Carbohydrates are protein-sparing, which means they enable a higher amount of protein to do its job of repairing muscle tissue. A meal…

  • Sleep and Weight Loss: Does Sleep Help You Lose Weight?

    Coach Calorie
    14 May 2012 | 8:32 am
    Many people hinder their weight loss by not getting enough sleep. Does sleep help you lose weight? What’s considered an optimal amount? Sleep and Weight Loss The amount of sleep you get and the quality of it directly influences your body composition. Getting too little or even too much sleep can negatively affect your body fat levels and even your health. When it comes to weight loss, most people only focus on their diet and exercise program. Instead, they should be focused on their diet, exercise, and rest/recovery. Leaving out any one of those three pillars will negatively affect your…

  • Healthy Recipe Roundup | 6th Edition

    Coach Calorie
    12 May 2012 | 8:49 am
    One of the hardest things about eating healthy is finding delicious tasting food to keep your taste buds stimulated. I got tired of finding so-called “healthy recipes” that were actually loaded with sugar, flour, or other unhealthy alternatives. I’ve done the hard work for you and and have scoured the internet to find you the best healthy recipes to fit into your lifestyle. Welcome to the 6th Edition of the Healthy Recipe Roundup. All of these healthy recipes and more can be found on my Pinterest page. If you haven’t done so already, follow me on Pinterest. (click the…

  • Calorie Cycling for Weight Loss

    Coach Calorie
    11 May 2012 | 8:33 am
    Using calorie cycling for weight loss can be a more effective way to achieve your fat loss goals than the typical consistent daily calorie deficit. What is Calorie Cycling? Calorie cycling is one of many methods for achieving weight loss. Instead of creating a daily 500 calorie deficit, you instead create varying days of calorie deficits mixed in with days of calorie surplus. Doing so has many benefits. Some of these include: Resetting of Hunger Hormones – “Hunger” hormones like leptin and ghrelin are reset after periodic refeeds. Psychological Boost – Being able to…
 
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    Sports Upgrade Blog

  • Why Junction Boys Syndrome Still Exists

    Mark
    10 May 2012 | 6:17 am
    The May issue of the Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research has an excellent article called “The Junction Boys Syndrome”.  The syndrome title is based on the book and movie called “The Junction Boys”.  These both tell the story of the year that “Bear” Bryant took over as head coach at Texas A&M.  He took his players off-campus for a brutal pre-season camp.  Numerous players were injured and/or quit the team during the camp. The article by Scott Anderson discusses the fact that modern football “training regimens are too often built on…

  • A Healthy Breakfast?

    Mark
    30 Apr 2012 | 7:35 pm
    You know what?  Most teens eat horribly, especially when it comes to breakfast!!  While there could be numerous reasons for this, many times it just comes down to laziness.  Yes, I know that there are some people whose eating habits are affected by their current financial situation.  I understand that fully.  However, most of the time when you ask kids why they didn’t eat breakfast, some version of the phrase “I didn’t have time” is what you get.  In other words, “I didn’t get my lazy self out of bed early enough to eat”. So, how does this…

  • Plan Management

    Mark
    26 Apr 2012 | 9:59 pm
    Sometimes you've got to go to plan "b" A Kink In The Plan Have you ever been several weeks into a team’s off-season training program a new kid suddenly shows up?  Sometimes its a kid that has moved into the area, but a lot of times it’s a kid who is coming from another sports season.  He or she has been playing sport B while his teammates in sport A have been putting in time and effort in their strength and conditioning program.  We all like working with multi-sport athletes, but it does create some interesting challenges for us as coaches. Things To Consider…

  • Who Needs A Doctor???

    Mark
    23 Apr 2012 | 8:57 pm
    Here is a short post that I put on my other site, My Kid Plays Sports. While it’s more geared to sport coaches and parents, it still might be worth a quick read. You’re Out How Long??? Mark

  • Simple Workouts

    Mark
    19 Apr 2012 | 3:51 pm
    What do you do if you don't have all of this to work with? All Of That Equipment Sometimes we can become overwhelmed when we have a variety of equipment to use during training.  We discover exercises that we “must” include often.  We also have lots of others that we like but can only fit in occasionally.  Then we seem to have the “like them but never seem to work them into the plan” exercises.  Of course, we all have some exercises that we choose not to use for one reason or another.  I’ve been in situations before where we had so much equipment that we…
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    Exercise Menu - How to Exercise, Workout Routines, Health and Fitness by Jacques Courseault, M.D.

  • C5 Tetraplegia Upper Body Workout Routine

    Jacques Courseault, M.D.
    1 May 2012 | 7:09 am
    Meet your Physician Personal Trainer! You have overcome many challenges in your life thus far in learning to adapt to your environment with physical limitations. Fortunately, having C5 tetraplegia still allows you to have good biceps and shoulder function, which can be utilized in a strength training workout. Because these are the [...]Get Started with an Exercise Menu Workout Plan!

  • Shoulder Flexion in a Wheelchair

    Jacques Courseault, M.D.
    1 May 2012 | 6:55 am
    Meet your Physician Personal Trainer! The shoulder flexion exercise is a beneficial exercise to work your deltiods, your neck muscles and part of your pectorals or chest muscles. Since your injury, you have mastered the use of shoulder flexion to perform transfers and to complete your activities of daily living. Therefore, keeping [...]Get Started with an Exercise Menu Workout Plan!

  • Shoulder Abduction Exercise in a Wheelchair

    Jacques Courseault, M.D.
    30 Apr 2012 | 11:57 am
    Meet your Physician Personal Trainer! Since your spinal cord injury, you have learned how to use your shoulders in ways your never thought possible. I cannot over express how important it is for you to keep your shoulders strong and healthy, as they are used to propel your wheelchair, transfer and complete [...]Get Started with an Exercise Menu Workout Plan!

  • Biceps Curl in a Wheelchair

    Jacques Courseault, M.D.
    30 Apr 2012 | 11:41 am
    Meet your Physician Personal Trainer! Your biceps muscles serve a larger purpose in your life than they ever have. Now you have learned how to use your biceps muscles to perform transfers and complete your activities of daily living. Because this muscle group is instrumental in helping you to take care of [...]Get Started with an Exercise Menu Workout Plan!

  • Minimalist Exercise Is Key to Getting and Staying in Shape

    Jacques Courseault, M.D.
    24 Apr 2012 | 9:45 pm
    Meet your Physician Personal Trainer! Minimalist exercise is the answer to getting in shape and staying in shape over the long-term. Let’s face it. For most of us, exercise is hard to fit into our busy schedules, and may not be the most exciting activity that we can do with the little [...]Get Started with an Exercise Menu Workout Plan!
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    World of Diets

  • 5 Steps To Starting Your Running Group

    Jonathan
    14 May 2012 | 6:59 am
    5 Steps To Starting Your Running Group is a post from: world of dietsI love running. It was what made the big difference for me when I began to really lose weight. I found running to be a worthy challenge to pursue and an effective way to lose weight. While I did most of my running alone, I never enjoyed it as much as running with company. This [...]

  • Is the Feeding Tube Diet (A.K.A. The Nasal Drip Diet) crazy or sane?

    Jonathan
    11 May 2012 | 9:41 am
    Is the Feeding Tube Diet (A.K.A. The Nasal Drip Diet) crazy or sane? is a post from: world of dietsGod bless the New York Times. They certainly know how to dig up interesting stories. One which made my mouth drop (and sinuses seize up) talks about the crazy diets that soon-to-be-brides use. One diet which seemed crazier than most is the Feeding Tube Diet (A.K.A. The Nasal Drip Diet or the K-E Diet), a [...]

  • Health Benefits of Sleep – A Real Eye-Opening Analysis

    Jonathan
    10 May 2012 | 5:27 am
    Health Benefits of Sleep – A Real Eye-Opening Analysis is a post from: world of dietsFor anyone who loves sleeping, this article will make you feel good about it. For those of you who try to cut down your sleep time as much as possible, this is going to be an eye-opener (excuse the pun). The health benefits of sleep extend far beyond the mere fact that they help you [...]

  • 15 Fitness Motivation Tips To Make You Train Hard And Burn Fat

    Jonathan
    2 May 2012 | 8:26 am
    15 Fitness Motivation Tips To Make You Train Hard And Burn Fat is a post from: world of dietsIf you feel like you lack sufficient fitness motivation, the following tips are going to make a big difference for you. I have been training for a long time and I know what it’s like to feel like you don’t want to train. I have managed to restart my passion for fitness many times over [...]

  • 7 Ways Acting Like a 10 Month Old Baby Helps You Lose Weight

    Jonathan
    28 Apr 2012 | 4:22 pm
    7 Ways Acting Like a 10 Month Old Baby Helps You Lose Weight is a post from: world of dietsHaving a baby is a wonderful thing. Babies are innocent, cute, cuddly, and express a love towards you that is pure and complete. A baby comes into the world ready to learn from his or her parents and family. However, there are also a lot of things that you can learn from a baby, things [...]
 
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    My Athletic Life - Olympic Athletes and Weekend Warriors

  • Bryan Clay: Redeemed and Resolute

    Tim Huntley
    10 May 2012 | 10:39 am
    Bryan Clay isn’t exactly your prototypical decathlete.  He is all of five feet ten inches tall and approximately 180 pounds, a good six inches shorter and 20 pounds lighter than most of his competitors.  That smaller frame should be a big disadvantage.  But for the better part of a decade Bryan has been proving his doubters wrong.  In 2004 he won a silver medal in Athens and in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, he climbed to the top of the podium.  He was the gold medalist in the most demanding event in track and field, the decathlon. And it wasn’t just Bryan’s physique that made his…

  • 2012 CrossFit Games: Predicting Performances at the Regionals

    Tim Huntley
    2 May 2012 | 7:53 am
    Are you participating in or following the 2012 CrossFit Games?   If so, I have some awesome news - RxAnalytics has created a new application that can estimate how you might perform at the Regionals.  And this applies to everyone, not just the the actual competitors.  Best of all, this application is part of a broader service that allows you to enter, track, and analyze all of your CrossFit workouts. How does it work? Utilizing results from previously completed workouts, RxAnalytics crunches your data and creates an “estimated work curve.”  This information can then be…

  • Swim Across America

    Tim Huntley
    26 Apr 2012 | 11:40 am
    Has cancer has impacted your life?  Perhaps it has not affected you directly, but you certainly know of a close family member or a dear friend who is dealing with the disease.  We all want to do what we can to reduce the likelihood that anyone we love has to suffer with this menace. For some of us, this means raising money and supporting charities that provide funding in the fight against cancer. (My wife Jenny will be participating in an Avon Walk for Breast Cancer this summer). However if walking 40 miles isn’t for you, and the idea of paddling in the pool or the ocean is more…

  • Amy Yoder Begley Practices Perseverance

    Tim Huntley
    19 Apr 2012 | 4:26 pm
    When American middle distance runner Amy Yoder Begley talks about preparing for the Olympics, she knows what she is talking about.  In 2008 she qualified for the Beijing Olympics in the 10,000 meters by crushing the last 800 meters.  However, her performance at the Games left her unsatisfied.  And, given her aspirations for London, in an ideal world she would be well into her preparations for the Olympic trials on June 22, 2012. But this is not an ideal world.  To say that 2012 is not going according to plan would be an understatement.   Amy is recovering from a nagging lower leg injury…

  • 99% of Health-Related Newspaper Headlines are Bogus

    Tim Huntley
    10 Apr 2012 | 9:13 am
    Well actually, I made that up.  But what if I were to cite a scholarly, peer-reviewed journal article to back up my headline?  Would that make it true?  Apparently that is what many journalists believe. Recently, the Harvard School of Public Health published the results of a study on Red Meat Consumption and Mortality.  And a number of respected newspapers published sensationalized, attention grabbing headlines like these: From the LA Times:   And the Chicago Sun Times:   And lastly, the BBC:   This is a complete failure of basic scientific literacy!  Didn’t everyone…
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  • How to Improve Balance: Tips for Baby Boomers and Seniors

    LeeAnn Langdon
    13 May 2012 | 7:39 pm
    You spent your thirties and forties trying to sort out your work/life balance. But suddenly you're in your fifties or sixties, and maintaining physical balance becomes a much more important consideration. Maybe you or someone you know has taken a spill on the stairs or an icy sidewalk. It only takes one balance scare to make you limit your activities and feel suddenly old. It's surprisingly easy to regain your sense of balance, and like so many things, it mostly requires attention and practice. Here are six tips to help you regain a feeling of stability. 1. Check with your doctor. First, rule…

  • 5 Reasons Boomer Women Should Lose Weight SLOWLY

    LeeAnn Langdon
    18 Apr 2012 | 3:07 pm
    When it comes to weight loss, everyone wants a miraculous quick fix. You've probably heard--and maybe even fallen for--the breathless claims: "Lose a dress size in a week!" "Lose 20 pounds in four weeks!" If you have weight to lose, you're right to get started now, but I always urge my Baby Boomer clients to plan for slow weight loss--much slower than they want--because fast weight loss just comes with too many drawbacks. Here are my top 5 reasons Baby Boomer women should plan to lose weight slowly. Your muscles and bones will thank you. To lose weight quickly, you have to make dramatic cuts…

  • How to Choose the Right Personal Trainer for You

    LeeAnn Langdon
    22 Mar 2012 | 11:02 am
    So you started the year with lots of resolve to get your fitness program back on track, but spring has sprung, and you're no closer to achieving your fitness goals than you were three months ago. You're thinking about hiring a personal trainer to help you meet your goals, but how do you choose from the hundreds of personal trainers in your area? (A search of the American Council on Exercise directory found 840 ACE-certified personal trainers within 25 miles of downtown Denver--yikes!) Know What You Need Before you can make a good decision about which personal trainer to hire, you need to have…

  • Exercise and Memory Loss: 6 Things You Need to Know

    LeeAnn Langdon
    18 Mar 2012 | 7:31 pm
    As the Baby Boom generation ages, one thing is certain: memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer's disease and related conditions will become the focus of a great deal of attention in American society. According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.4 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer's disease, and by 2050 as many as 16 million Americans are projected to have the disease. There is currently no cure for Alzheimer's disease, only a few treatments to lessen or delay symptoms, and no definitive guidelines for how to prevent the disease. That said, if you ask researchers what they…

  • Workout Routines for Seniors

    LeeAnn Langdon
    18 Feb 2012 | 10:21 pm
    Workout routines for seniors are on the minds of many Baby Boomers who are watching their parents getting older and less able to manage their activities of daily living. Although exercise can't turn back time, it is just about the best fountain of youth we have available. Getting your aging parents or another beloved senior to begin exercising can be tricky, though, because injuries, illness and other limitations can make movement difficult or painful. An ideal workout routine for seniors includes several essential components: Doctor's clearance. You'll rarely find a doctor who will advise…
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  • 4 Months + 57 pounds Lost = One Happy Groom

    Staci
    14 May 2012 | 2:30 am
    It’s amazing what you can accomplish when you have a clear goal in mind. Six months ago, I received an email from a reader named Stephen who told me that he had a wedding coming up in May 2012, and that he hoped to get in shape for it.  After managing to go in the opposite direction through most of the Holidays, Stephen finally woke up in early January and said “enough is enough.” Since then, he’s become an absolute machine, day in day out, dominating his workouts and putting a huge focus on eating right. Yesterday, he got married weighing in at 213, a full 57 POUNDS…

  • A Nerd’s Guide to Healthy Drinking

    Steve
    10 May 2012 | 12:29 pm
    Oftentimes, when I’m at a Nerd Fitness meetup, a rebel will ask me, “Do you mind if I have a beer?” I usually laugh and say, “Nope! Will you get me one too?” Yeah, I run a fitness website, but as you’ve hopefully been able to tell up to this point, it’s not normal.  I write about Optimus Prime, Office Space, and the Legend of Zelda.  I generally do my workouts on a playground and run around the world for fun. I happen to also enjoy the occasional adult beverage. I’ve been getting a lot of emails lately from people with questions like, “I…

  • Have You Ever Time Traveled? Because I Just Did

    Steve
    8 May 2012 | 2:04 pm
    I time-traveled yesterday. Over the weekend, my friend/design Yoda Mike Bridgman wanted to give Nerd Fitness headquarters a more nerdy, retro look that screamed “NERD FITNESS!” Boom – I honestly get giddy just looking at it. Seriously, if you’re reading this in an email or RSS reader, come check out the site Anyways, during the weekend we also updated a whole bunch of other stuff and plugins on the site; one of those new services managed to revert EVERYTHING back to November 2011 yesterday. Things SHOULD be back to normal now, but for a few hours there I felt like I…

  • An 8-Bit Kick in the Ass

    Steve
    3 May 2012 | 11:16 am
    Mega Man is going to blow your mind today.   Well, him and dozens of his side-scrolling friends. Last week, a friend of mine emailed me a link to a video that instantly made my day and almost brought me to tears (seriously).  If you’ve ever played an old school NES game, or grew up with a Sega or Super Nintendo, this video will take you on a nostalgic adventure down memory lane. On top of that, if you’re anything like me, it’ll inspire the HELL out of ya.   Now, if you’ve been reading Nerd Fitness for a while, you’ll understand my obsession with drawing…

  • Nerd Fitness Just Got Nerdier…

    Staci
    30 Apr 2012 | 12:20 pm
    What did you accomplish in the past 6 weeks? Did you quit smoking like Spauracchio and Oystergirl? Did you run a half marathon like ImUnaware? Did you lose 26 pounds like BGvanbur? Every six weeks here at Nerd Fitness, we house a completely free 6-week challenge over on the Nerd Fitness Message Boards…and we’ve seen hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of people make drastic life changes in just six-weeks.  Our goal with these 6-week challenges is to push you outside of your comfort zone, help you build new habits, and support you to make positive changes that influence every…
 
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  • Portion Control

    Chris
    7 May 2012 | 12:55 am
    There have been many emails from readers asking about portion control – and more specifically whether or not to actually take it into account when trying to live a healthier lifestyle. And while I think portion control is important to health it is not important in the conventional ways and needn’t be consciously controlled when sitting down to eat. Our bodies have several hormones which work to control our appetite and tell us when to eat. The three most important are Insulin, Gherlin and Leptin. Insulin is a storage hormone which also satiates and controls appetite –…

  • The Incredible Power of Small Fitness

    Chris
    26 Apr 2012 | 5:43 am
    Editors Note: This is a contribution from Jake O’Callaghan of Slow Change and Zenteen. People tell me they’re excited about developing fitness, but just can’t seem to start. They lace up their shoes but can’t make themselves step out the door. They get into push-up position but can’t force themselves to go down. They don’t have a problem once they get started, they just have a problem starting. It’s almost as if they are afraid of the “pain” of the workout. I think all of us, even fitness veterans, have witnessed this problem at some point.

  • The Beauty In being Tenacious

    Chris
    16 Apr 2012 | 8:03 am
    Editors Note: This is a Guest Post from Nate Pennington. And while a bit longer than the average post is well worth your time! The picture above is Nate competing in the world armed forces cross-country championships in Switzerland. The one word I think of when I think of anyone working toward a goal, whether athletes, entrepreneurs, all the way to steel workers working in the mills of my hometown of Mingo Junction, Ohio, is tenacious. Let’s look at the definition of the word - Not easily pulled apart; persistent in maintaining, adhering to, or seeking something valued or desired This…

  • Leaning Out For Summer

    Chris
    10 Apr 2012 | 5:13 am
    We all want to a bit leaner for the summer right? it just feels better and its the time of the year when we are no longer wrapped up and the luckier amongst us hit the beach… As summer approaches everyone is looking for a quick fix to lean out and be in better shape. This article is not aimed at getting you a quick fix, but rather to show you realistic and effective solutions that will help you get leaner and feel more energetic. - Don’t Eat Less, Eat Cleaner. When it comes to leaning out it is the little things that make a difference – simply switching the majority of your…

  • Simple Stress Management

    Chris
    26 Mar 2012 | 5:39 am
    In the world we live in its common place to be subject to stress – whether pshycological, or physical it all compounds as stress on the body in one way or another. The key is learning to manage it effectivly and get the right amount. Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one. – Hans Seyle Stress is not always a bad thing and quite simply something that triggers an internal reaction and response in the body, namely triggering our HPA axis (hypothalamus-pitutary-adrenal) and produces stress hormones. When we have too much stress these hormones…
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  • Kettlebell Workout – Build Muscle And Lose Fat Fast!

    Curt
    14 May 2012 | 11:20 am
    Here’s an fairly advanced kettlebell workout that you can do with a single kettlebell or dumbbell. It combines two exercises, the 1 arm snatch and overhead squat. What you get from this combination is a total body workout that you can quickly do to build muscle, increase your strength, lose weight, and get into great shape. Muscles Trained & Benefits The kettlebell snatch-overhead squat complex trains all of the major muscles in your body. This includes your calves, quads, hamstrings, glutes, abs, lower back, upper back, and shoulders. Your biceps and triceps get a workout too. The…

  • High Protein Meals – Grilled Steak With Chimichurri Sauce

    Curt
    7 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    Who doesn’t love grilled steak? There’s no other high protein meal that I enjoy eating more. The smoky, rich flavor of grilled red meat tastes great, fills me up, helps me build muscle, and energizes my body and mind. Steak has lots of healthy benefits too. Eating just 4 ounces has almost 30 grams of protein and a good dose of heart healthy monounsaturated fat. You don’t have to worry about its saturated fat content either since the type that steak has (stearic acid) is good for you. Eating steak also helps you get lots of vitamins and minerals including B vitamins, zinc, and…

  • Single Leg Squats – Build Your Best Lower Body

    Curt
    4 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    Dumbbell and bodyweight exercises that train one leg at a time should always be a part of your leg workouts. This is because they have many benefits. Single leg exercises help you: strengthen each leg equally, correct weaknesses, build more muscle, and help improve your ability to perform your best in sports especially those that require you to forcefully push off with one leg (i.e. hockey, sprinting, soccer, and tennis). Single leg exercises will help make your legs look better too. One of the best single leg exercises you can do are Single Leg Squats a.k.a. Pistols. While they’ve been…

  • The Best Weight Loss Workout For Women

    Curt
    3 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    If you are one of our female readers who is looking for a workout to increase your energy, lose weight, and look your best and feel healthy keep reading. The information in this article will help you accomplish all of these goals. In it, I review recently published scientific research to show you the best way to work out to get rid of excess fat and get into shape fast. Also included are 2 workouts that use the findings from this cutting edge research. Weight Loss Workouts For Women – What The Research Says The latest research finds that the more intense your workout, the better it is…

  • How To Perform Reverse Lunges

    Curt
    2 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    Lunges are a great exercise for strengthening, building, and increasing the flexibility of your lower body, especially your hamstrings, glutes, and quadriceps. They also train your calves and ankles. Since they’re performed one leg at a time lunges are also great for correcting strength imbalances and training for many sports. This article describes how to perform a variation of the typical lunge called the reverse lunge. We’ve also included a video from YouTube to further demonstrate how to do this exercise. The reverse lunge is done just the way it sounds. Instead of stepping forward as…
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    The Glowing Edge

  • 3 Completely Counterintuitive Boxing Secrets

    Lisa Creech Bledsoe
    8 May 2012 | 3:27 pm
    Boxing doesn’t always work like you might think. Last night I was training at Second Round, my home gym. The afterschool crew was working through their paces with Sinclair, so I did my jump rope rounds, stretching, and shadowboxing alone. Mostly I thought hard about very specific moves I was working on, particularly my (nearly non-existant) left hook. Over and over again I stopped, moved through the motions, and tried again at speed. Shadow rounds, then heavy bag rounds. It wasn’t coming together. I slipped left, hooked, feh. No power. I knew something was wrong, but I…

  • The Geography of Boxing Guts

    Lisa Creech Bledsoe
    6 Apr 2012 | 12:57 pm
    There is a visually simple way to understand where you are — and change your position — on the fear scale in boxing. Sparring can be scary, of that there’s no doubt. And there’s always dread to overcome when making the decision to roll under those ropes. But there’s actually a very physical way to shift yourself forward and make it into the ring. The first thing you need to understand is the difference between a regular sparring night and a hard sparring night, because if you are going to see the absolute truth about where you stand and make real progress in…

  • When Sparring is Magic

    Lisa Creech Bledsoe
    16 Mar 2012 | 3:13 pm
    I can’t remember when I last had one of these days, but this week it all came back to me in one of those clear, beautiful, pristine experiences of pure sparring magic. Sparring is always hard boxing work. It’s actually much more pleasurable than having a fight in many ways — less stress, less endless waiting, more actual time in the ring, and you often learn more as well. But in the sporadic sparring experiences I’ve had in the past 6 months or so, I haven’t had one of these surreal days in the ring where everything came together like magic. This week they…

  • From 5 to 50: Celebrating Boxing Women

    Lisa Creech Bledsoe
    8 Mar 2012 | 9:02 am
    It’s International Women’s Day, and two very interesting things are on my mind. The first is this awesome video of a 5 year old girl working the pads with style and power. I wish I had more information about her, but I know this: someone, somewhere, has exposed her to boxing and has allowed and encouraged her to build up formidable skill for one so young. You don’t get this good at pads by showing up at the gym a time or two; this is passion and practice, and no 5 year old gets here unless there are some adults supporting it. It makes me feel incredible to think that very…

  • Boxing Training After 40

    Lisa Creech Bledsoe
    2 Mar 2012 | 9:52 am
    If you’re over 40 and in the amateur ring, boxing most likely isn’t (and isn’t going to be) your career. But you can pretty much guarantee that it will change your life. I’m not trying to convince you of something, I’m mostly reminding myself. It helps to remind myself, because boxing will gobble up your life and body and leave you with little, if you let it. Being an amateur boxer after 40 is sort of like owning an exotic, voracious racing beast. Only weirdos like you love these things, can’t get enough of them, and are willing to put the incredible amount…
 
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  • Fitness Articles of the Week #59 – The Best Margarita, Starting a Bag Garden and 9 Detox Herbs

    Alex Juel
    11 May 2012 | 8:34 pm
    * image courtesy of Cillian Storm Here’s a recap of the best health and fitness articles I’ve read over the past week. How To Make The Best Strawberry Margarita Recipe Ok, this one isn’t healthy, but most of us like to drink occasionally, and I made this the other day and it was delicious. I don’t drink much myself actually, but everyone was talking about margaritas last weekend during Cinco De Mayoso I looked up an easy recipe for myself. I’m sure you could replace the limeade concentrate with lime juice if you wanted, too. A Comeback for Lat Pulldowns? If you…

  • Fitness Articles of the Week #58 – Hip Thrusts, Shoulder-Friendly Presses and Sleeping to Lose Weight

    Alex Juel
    4 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    Here’s a recap of the best health and fitness articles I’ve read over the past week. Hip Thrust Instructional Video I was just listening to the Weightlifting Academy podcast and the guest was Bret Contreras, who is known as “The Glute Guy” because he’s done so much research into the glutes. This guy really seems to know his stuff. I definitely want to add the Hip Thrust into my routine to help me increase my deadlift strength. Protein in a Plant-based Diet: A Vegan Bodybuilder’s Perspective A lot of omnivores will tell you that vegans don’t get enough…

  • Fitness Articles of the Week #57 – Bulletproof Fasting, Vegetarian Pho and Deadlift Correction

    Alex Juel
    3 May 2012 | 9:56 pm
    image courtesy of Bart Howard Everts I had this post all ready to go last week and I thought I had posted it, but it turns out that I didn’t. So now you get twice the amount of posts to read this week. I hope you have lots of time to read this weekend! I’ll post my usual update tomorrow morning. How To Lose 75 Pounds in 75 Days with Bulletproof Fasting This is definitely something I would try if I was extremely overweight. I’m much too lean to do something like this, but I hope by sharing this, someone will read it and change their life and health for the better. Make sure…

  • Fitness Articles of the Week #56 – Bulking Do’s and Don’ts, Natural Pesticides, and Squatting to Poop

    Alex Juel
    20 Apr 2012 | 12:41 pm
    image by Benjamin Marshall (Public domain), via Wikimedia Commons Here’s a recap of the best health and fitness articles I’ve read over the past week. Warning: Do This & You WILL Get Fat If you’re thinking about bulking and you’ve never done it before, I would highly suggest that you read this article. I’m victim of using the old school advice of eating tons of food to bulk, then trying to cut the weight to end up being the same size. I’m not actually the same size as before, but I’m not far off. If I had the chance to do it again, I would have…

  • Fitness Articles of the Week #55 – Endurance Lifting, Swimming Technique and Learning to Meditate

    Alex Juel
    13 Apr 2012 | 8:47 am
    Here’s a recap of the best health and fitness articles I’ve read over the past week. Build more muscle and experience better pumps with only one exercise This is the type of workout that only the very dedicated would be able to stick with. I can only imagine how tired my body would be after training one body part for so long. It sounds very interesting though. I don’t know if I’ll ever try it, but I would like to if I had more time. Keep Your Plants Warm Over a Chilly Night with a Bucket of Water I just might have to try out this clever trick. For me, it depends on how…
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  • What’s Your Workout Sign?

    LiveForTheRun
    15 May 2012 | 7:21 am
    Here’s a bit of fun for y’all. I don’t mind checking out my monthly horoscope or grabbing a fortune cookie. But how about instead of what’s your love sign, what’s your workout sign? Health.com asks, What’s Your Workout Personality? They have an awesome star guide to help you find the right fitness regimen. Mine was actually pretty spot-on. Although I think I’m more of a biker than a dancer, ha. Sagittarius Your adventurous spirit craves scenery changes and new, exciting workout goals. Watch out for: Static, repetitive exercises. They’ll lose their luster in no…

  • Happy Mother’s Day – To My Running Mom!

    LiveForTheRun
    11 May 2012 | 5:09 am
    Time to celebrate our moms this weekend! I just had to share a sweet poem from my local Big Peach Running Company. How awesome are our moms? And how much of a double bonus is it that I know I got my running gift from my mom. Wishing all you mamas, nanas, and great grans a very Happy Mother’s Day! With apologies to country music lovers, and with Happy Mother’s Day wishes to all our running moms… Mamas, please let your babies grow up to be runners
 Don’t let ‘em watch TV and sit on the couch
 Make ‘em go run and not be a slouch

 Mamas, please let your babies…

  • Under Armour What’s Beautiful?

    LiveForTheRun
    9 May 2012 | 7:40 am
    Show of hands if you sport Under Armour. It’s a fantastic brand and I know I have a few pieces of tops and headbands that I adore. Under Armour recently debuted their latest campaign, What’s Beautiful? After watching the What’s Beautiful short video, I had goose bumps…and immediately wanted to hit the gym. The women are insanely gorgeous, fit and all-out hawt! What’s Beautiful encourages women to declare a goal that challenges their personal fitness and athletic aspirations. Gals can then post videos, photos and diary entries to share their progress. DECLARE A GOAL. DOCUMENT…

  • iRunner Blog – Running to Me

    LiveForTheRun
    7 May 2012 | 9:04 am
    Well looks like we have some real pistachio enthusiasts among us:) Hope y’all had an amazeballs weekend. I interrupt our regularly scheduled Monday post to let you know I’m moonlighting over at the fantastic iRunner Blog. I am a massive fan of this site, the authors, the content, and I have learned an ample amount about running and health from the team. I have the distinct honor of now being a part of the team. [blushing] No, I didn’t have to pay them to let me join, but I should have! Seriously, this is a damn cool plus-up. So, if you don’t mind, please check out my…

  • Friday Five

    LiveForTheRun
    4 May 2012 | 7:58 am
    Cinco de Mayo, The Kentucky Derby…woowee, this weekend is going to be mucho busy. 1. I’M WATCHING: To promote an upcoming campaign, Discovery Channel has set up an intimate 24-hour camera at the “Penguin Encounter” exhibit at SeaWorld San Diego. Watch a Live Cam of the Most Entertaining Penguins Ever – it’s totes adorbs. 2. I’M READING: I am highly addicted to Entertainment Weekly. My brother is a subscriber so I collect them in bulk once he’s done. This week’s cover – Dark Shadows. Adore Johnny & Tim Burton. Cannot wait to catch this flick! 3.
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  • The Food Industry And Its Bad Rap

    evilcyber
    14 May 2012 | 3:22 pm
    When health-conscious people start talking about food, it only takes moments before the “food industry” is marked as the culprit for our bad eating habits. Like no other, one company exemplifies where that bad reputation comes from: Ferrero. Deciding Between Healthy And Unhealthy No, this is not going to be one of those diatribes where the author heralds the supposed superior qualities of Peruvian lettuce hand-picked by indigenous virgins over the offers at your local supermarket. It is about us, the consumers, sometimes cluelessly following the latest health fads. More…

  • What To Do About Depression?

    Tatianna
    11 May 2012 | 9:39 am
    If you suffer from depression, what to do about it?  It’s easy to give in to the idea of simply popping a pill to fix it, but pills are only a crutch on the way to feeling better, not the entire solution. A Depressing Flame War Several months ago I was reading an article about bipolar disorder on the Huffington Post. It went something like this:  Depression is a chemical imbalance in your brain, you are not alone and the good news is you don’t need to feel depressed anymore, because now there are plenty of medications to treat your depression and anxiety.  And it went on pretty…

  • Squatting And Bench Pressing For Bodybuilding

    Wolf
    10 May 2012 | 11:28 am
    The squat and the bench press are at the top of the pecking order when people discuss powerlifting and strength training. But what role do they play in bodybuilding? Intro A plain title for an important issue, not just regarding squats and bench pressing in bodybuilding, but this training paradigm I’m writing about all the time as a whole. What kind of disturbs me is that people who train like I do seem to be on an unfavorable middle ground. On one side, you have the mainstream bodybuilding, whose goals generally equal to our own, both in terms of physique-oriented long-term goals and…

  • Decline Push-Ups For The Upper Chest

    evilcyber
    9 May 2012 | 2:44 pm
    Training your upper chest doesn’t require using dumbbells, a barbell or a bench. All you really need is a chair to do decline push-ups. Decline Push-Ups A little while back I did a video about doing inclined benchpresses without a bench, which helped you out if you didn’t possess a bench and wanted to target your upper chest (the clavicular head). But what if you don’t have dumbbells? Once more, a variation of the good ole’ push-up comes to the rescue. Here it is, the decline push-up: Click here to view the embedded video. After Your Main Chest Exercise As I said in…

  • Bottled Water Vs. Tap Water

    evilcyber
    7 May 2012 | 12:52 pm
    These days, you see people with bottled water everywhere. But is it really better than tap water? In the battle between bottled water vs. tap water, you may want to say no to paying the premium price. Once Upon A Time Let us get a bit into the history of bottled water to set things into perspective: it was in Europe, in the middle of the 17th century, that the first bottled water appeared. At that time, the rich had made it a fashion to visit natural mineral springs, drinking and bathing in them, believing the mineral contents to have some reinvigorating effect. Of course, it was never…
 
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  • Healthy Summer Recipes for a Deliciously Healthy Summer

    smartworkoutmidtown
    11 May 2012 | 3:46 pm
    Now that we are approaching the middle of May, Summer is coming in full force. In many ways the beginning of summer marks the start of sun, sand, and little more down time. With this down time can also come a lot more food and booze too! So, to help you stay on track with . . . → Read More: Healthy Summer Recipes for a Deliciously Healthy Summer

  • New Study Shows exercise for Cancer patients is beneficial

    smartworkoutmidtown
    3 May 2012 | 7:05 am
    It’s unfortunate, but all of us know at least one person that has been diagnosed with some form of cancer. The treatment, therapy and recovery when going through a form of cancer can be such a draining time both mentally and physically. Since we’ve been lucky to have guest Blogger, David Haas from the Mesothelioma . . . → Read More: New Study Shows exercise for Cancer patients is beneficial

  • Vibram 5 Fingers: Pros and Cons and do they really work?

    smartworkoutmidtown
    24 Apr 2012 | 9:19 am
    Anybody seen those weird shoes with the toes?! On the subway, in the park, shopping in SOHO, in the restaurant, they are everywhere! This new craze in fitness footwear is growing exponentially. The real question is, are they practical, efficient, or just a fashion fad? Vibram 5 Fingers were created to simulate a barefoot running . . . → Read More: Vibram 5 Fingers: Pros and Cons and do they really work?

  • Body Part of the Month: Triceps

    smartworkoutmidtown
    10 Apr 2012 | 1:06 pm
    Haven’t we all admired our first ladies beautifully sculpted arms? You can bet Michelle Obama does quite a few tricep exercises! The triceps are muscles located in the back of the arm, and are responsible for flexing your elbows. This month we are featuring the Triceps as our Body part . . . → Read More: Body Part of the Month: Triceps

  • Volumetrics or “Crowding Out; ” How this principle can help you lose weight

    smartworkoutmidtown
    30 Mar 2012 | 12:58 pm
    Do you feel like every time you go on a “diet” you are never satisfied? Always hungry and looking for the next snack or meal? When weight loss is your main goal to starting or maintaining a healthy life, the Principle of Volumetrics or “Crowding Out” can be a useful tool to your success. . . . → Read More: Volumetrics or “Crowding Out; ” How this principle can help you lose weight
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  • Simple Exercises To Stimulate Weight Loss

    Jason Camacho
    7 May 2012 | 1:47 pm
    This is a guest post by Marj, who knows the key exercises that truly can stimulate fast weight loss. Thanks for the article Marj! Do you want to learn some of the best exercises that will allow and help you not only to improve your endurance but also to lose weight fast? Then you have come to the right place because this article contains the best training tips that you will surely need if you want to lose weight fast effectively. Learning about these training tips and incorporating them into your daily routine will surely help you to achieve a healthy body that’s free from any risk of…

  • What Causes Obesity

    Jason Camacho
    7 May 2012 | 2:43 am
    This is a guest post by Tony Rovere, and this happens to be the absolute best guest article I’ve received on this blog, so thank you very much Tony! Great article! What causes obesity in our society is simple enough. If you consume more calories than you burn, you will start to put on weight. Keep up this pattern for an extended period of time, and in months you become overweight. Over years, you can become obese. This is what all of the government reports and findings will tell you. But I feel that I have a better answer as to what causes obesity. Neglect! Neglect to…

  • How To Learn Your Running

    Jason Camacho
    26 Apr 2012 | 2:05 pm
    This is a guest post by Kashif Raza of weightsbenchtraining.co.uk. Thanks Kashif for an awesome article and I hope you guys enjoy! Want to know more about the sport you love? It’s as easy as ABC with our top, expert training tips Aerobic exercise  Any training method that uses oxygen as the primary fuel source, such as jogging, is aerobic. It improves your cardiovascular health, lowering your resting heart rate and blood pressure. Incorporating sprints into your runs, or doing interval training, is anaerobic, and can increase your fitness levels fast. Backwards running You don’t…

  • The Power Of Sharing To Get Far

    Jason Camacho
    24 Apr 2012 | 1:25 am
    I know this is very abnormal for those of you that are loyal readers of this blog, and I don’t usually post things like this, but for once I’m asking for help from you guys instead of providing the content to you guys. As you know I love writing for you guys and helping you overcome all of your health and fitness obstacles in every way that I can. I’m constantly looking for new information and awesome workouts that I personally use, and I love doing it, but this time I need help from you guys. All I ask is that you would view the video below and help our channel known as…

  • Egg-Planted Out

    Jason Camacho
    8 Apr 2012 | 2:49 pm
    Thanks To Roman May, I have been doing some research on spring planting using my wireless internet in independence. I found a great guide on Pintrest.com that tells you when to plant what and then when you can expect it to mature depending on the region of the country that you are in. I have always loved to have fresh herbs and veggies. I have never had a green thumb though. Some years, a few of my things will do great, but others the ones that thrived the year before will do terribly. Last year, my eggplants did wonderfully. I think that my husband got sick and tired of eating eggplant all…
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  • Just Purchased New Gym Equipment ? Here Is How to Stay Motivated!

    dean
    5 May 2012 | 6:13 pm
    How To Stay Motivated With Your New Gym Equipment Purchase Have you ever had one of ‘those days’? Those days where it takes you an eternity to get out of bed? Those days where your legs are as heavy as lead? Those days where you try to convince yourself you’ll go to the gym ‘later’ but somehow never get there? Those days where you just lack motivation? Everyone does….. Fear not! Here are 10 tips to get you back on track! Happy Tuesday! 1 Have an accountability partner.  The only thing worse than letting yourself down is letting someone else down. There is a massive difference…

  • Used Gym Equipment

    dean
    15 Apr 2012 | 11:28 am
    Used Gym Equipment Review In today’s difficult economy everyone is looking for ways to save money and buying used gym equipment is definitely an option. Buying used gym equipment gives you the ability to buy first grade quality commercial fitness equipment at almost half the price of brand new. Many people don’t realize that you can even purchase used exercise equipment and the industry used to not have the best reputation but that has changed dramatically. There are some points that you need to pay attention to when looking to purchase used fitness equipment. YOu will want to…

  • Rent Gym Equipment

    dean
    15 Apr 2012 | 11:27 am
    Fitness Equipment Rental There are many people that prefer to exercise from home for a variety of reasons and you can purchase your own gym equipment for this purpose. However, it’s a fact that these gym machines are very expensive and you may have other financial priorities. If you still want to keep fit to do all your daily exercises then one alternative is to rent gym equipment. In today’s fast paced lifestyle, people neglect to take care of themselves. They often make certain excuses of having busy work schedules and hectic home chores to finished 24/7 of their lives. But,…

  • Gym Equipment Hire

    dean
    15 Apr 2012 | 11:24 am
    Gym Equipment Hire Hiring gym equipment is a highly smart move for anyone hoping to start up their own gym. This is true whether you’re a small business hoping to provide gym facilities for clients, or whether you’re an individual who just wants to have access to their own private gym to save themselves the commute that so often puts people off from doing the workout that they had planned. The thing about buying gym equipment is that it’s hugely expensive and that you need an awful lot of equipment to have anything approaching a full house. You can’t just buy yourself…

  • Shop Equipment With Innovation

    dean
    15 Apr 2012 | 11:22 am
    Shop Equipment With Innovation First impressions count when potential customers walk into your shop equipment store and immediately, they are making subconscious comparisons regarding your store presentation. It is a fact, that shoppers prefer having everything under one roof, but at the same time, a convenient and attractive layout is crucial. The element called frustration sets in if they are forced to wander around seeking a seemingly elusive item. This could lead to losing a buyer, no matter the price. Innovative customer impact is a huge contributor to bringing in the customers and…
 
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  • Gluten free

    8 May 2012 | 11:29 pm
    A new trend among those wanting to be healthy is to go gluten free.  What is it?  According to Wikipedia it is a protein composite found in food made from wheat and other grains.  It helps dough to rise and produces a chewy texture. There are an increasing number of people who have developed an allergy to Gluten.  This is Celiac disease.   It is an autoimmune disorder of the small intestine.  The reactions can include fatigue, and chronic diarrhea.  Celiac disease is caused by a reaction to a gluten proteins found in many grains.  When a…

  • Milk as Recovery Drink

    3 May 2012 | 12:06 am
    There is quite an industry based on recovery drinks.  What is a recovery drink?  Basically it is a something that you take after a workout to replace water, minerals, protein, and carbohydrates you lost during your exercise.  You probably can think of several brands you can buy.  Such as, Gatorade, Powerade, All Sport, etc.  You may just say “why not just drink water?  It is natural.”  Water is of course necessary to replace what is lost while sweating.  The only problem is that is basically all it does.  You sweat out electrolytes and…

  • Walking Your Way to Fitness

    23 Apr 2012 | 11:42 pm
    One of the factors that stop people from getting started on the road to fitness is that they don’t know where to begin.  There are fitness ”gurus” all over making appearances on talk shows, infomercials, magazines, and especially the internet.  If you listen to two different trainers you will get two different opinions and ideas as how to begin.  Many also feel intimidated to go to a gym or exercising with other people.  One of the best things a beginner can do to start exercising and to develop an exercise routine is to start walking.  It is an easy and…

  • Ginseng for Health and Weight Loss

    17 Apr 2012 | 1:09 am
    There is a plant that has been used for centuries for our health, Ginseng.  Perhaps you have heard of it being used.  Ginseng is part of the Panax family and can only be found in certain parts of the world.  It is typically found in climates where there is a cold winter.  There is one exception Panax vietnamensis, which was found in Vietnam.  It has been used in Asian medicine to treat arthritis, sexual dysfunction, listlessness, and as an over body pick-me-up.In modern times it is being studied.  Ginseng is what is knows as an adaptogen.  They help the body…

  • Exercising Can Make a Difference for Cancer Patients

    3 Apr 2012 | 11:17 pm
    Exercising Can Make a Difference for Cancer PatientsIn life sometimes we are faced with obstacles that are out of our control; however, eating a diet high in protein and nutrients and getting adequate amounts of exercise has been claimed as significantly beneficial to people who have been diagnosed with cancer.  Mesothelioma treatment, chemotherapy, and other common cancer treatments can leave the body feeling lethargic and the person feeling very ill.  Many times, the treatments to cancer actually make the patient feel sicker than the disease itself.  Although this can be by…
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  • Video: HS Teachers Pull Dancing Prank on Students

    Stephy
    15 May 2012 | 2:51 pm
    As my friend Jenny said: Teachers + Whitney = comedy gold. Video: HS Teachers Pull Dancing Prank on Students is a post from: Live Fit and Sore Tweet This Post

  • Creating Neurological Connections

    Stephy
    15 May 2012 | 2:40 pm
    When you learn about CrossFit and the theory behind it,  you review how you create and restore neurological connections as you learn how to lift and body awareness. It’s why you try a movement over and over again, helping develop muscle memory Although the precise mechanism of muscle memory is unknown, what is theorized is that anyone learning a new activity, or practicing an old one has significant brain activity during this time. The walking child is gradually building neural pathways that will give the muscles a sense of muscle memory. In other words, even without thinking, the…

  • Work and Commitment

    Stephy
    15 May 2012 | 8:02 am
    When I heard the alarm this AM, I hit snooze and decided “today, is a rest day”. I am entitled to it and I am tired. Don’t fool yourself into believing that it’s ‘easy’ for me to get up. I love to sleep, I love napping, I love the REM stage, I love the feeling of being all warm and cozy in my bed — all the things that go along with sleeping. I was given the gift of napping and I am thankful for it every day.  You give me time in the day to nap – I will take it and have no issue falling asleep. I am just that lucky. Ok, enough gloating –…

  • CrossFit Games Athlete: Jeremy Kinnick

    Stephy
    14 May 2012 | 7:14 am
    This is Jeremy Kinnick – an amazing athlete and person who just made it to the CrossFit Games for the FOURTH time! (08,09,11,12) He has worked hard all year, upped his game, shed some weight, focused his plan and guess what? It worked —  he knew what he wanted, and is going after it with focus AND hard work. If you put in the time and energy, you can get what you want. He really believes in helping change people’s lives as well – a true coach and athlete. If you can’t tell, I’m a big fan of good people who use their talents to help others. I love his story…

  • Inversion: Method to the Madness

    Stephy
    14 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    I had the most wonderful day yesterday. My kids were so loving and Scotty made me breakfast and left the day open for me to be as free as I wanted.  Now that’s a great day.  I did some shopping, met a friend for some coffee, took a short nap, and ended it with a great dinner with the kiddos and Scotty. How lucky and blessed I am to have the family I have. My brothers and sisters called – It was a stress free day. I didn’t workout – took a rest day – and yes, I had dessert at the restaurant! It was that kind of day. Of course, I realize the havoc dairy wreaks on…
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  • What I Ate at Seed Kitchen & Bar {Review}

    Heather
    16 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    This is a bit unconventional for WIAW, but I am excited to share my experience at Seed Kitchen & Bar last Thursday evening. I hope Jenn will forgive me from deviating from the traditional post style just a bit to share this great restaurant with you!   I avoided this restaurant for months when in opened in East Cobb. I was immediately intrigued by the name, but disappointed by the menu. From the name, I expected a list of choices with tons of veggies and easy to customize. Instead, I found a very meat-centric menu. I had visited once with a friend for drinks and was extremely…

  • Drinks Throughout the Day

    Heather
    15 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    I’m not suggesting that you drink all these in one day, but I do have drinks to share for different parts of your day – from brunch to dessert! I’ve been saving up these drinks for a few weeks now and I think 3 sounds like a good number, don’t you? So the next time you have a special occasion or a relaxing evening at home, you’ll have some fun drink options to choose from! Brunch First up is a slightly sweet, but savory twist on the traditional Bloody Mary. I’m calling this one a Bacon Ginny and it was one of the first things I made with my favorite Torani Bacon Syrup. Bacon Ginny…

  • Baaa! Painting Sheep on Mother’s Day

    Heather
    14 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    On Friday evening, my parents were in Atlanta and we were able to go to dinner. Sushi dinner, to be exact, where the sushi chef made me a special (and delicious) veggie sushi! I was a bad blogger (and daughter) and didn’t take any photos to share of that celebration (sorry Mom!!). On Sunday evening, I went to a painting class at Just for Giggles with my Mother-in-law, Jean! Although my camera issues continued (dead battery this time), my phone filled in to capture the action! :) The photo is the professional version that served as our “finished” example throughout the night. This…

  • Wrapping up Blend 2012

    Heather
    11 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    I promise this is the last Blend Recap post of the year. I am specifying the last post of THIS year, because I will be going next year. I have no idea when Blend will be in 2012, but I WILL make it happen. :) Sunday morning came early after a really fun evening. I slept terribly for some reason (actually, it’s because I stayed up late – that always happens with me). When we woke up, Katie and I sat in bed for a while and played on our phones. My initial thought was “No way am I going to bootcamp!”. I was so incredibly sore – there was no way I could survive another bootcamp. Peer…

  • Cinco de Mayo–Blends & Mexican Crumble Tostada {Recipe}

    Heather
    10 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    Cheers!! I’m so thankful you’ve come back today to read more about the Blend Retreat! To reward your patience with my recap, we’re going to be focusing on food and drinks today (since that’s what we did the rest of Saturday!). And if you make it to the bottom of today’s post, you’ll even get a new recipe!! We left off yesterday with a hike – which means I was starving after a morning filled with awesome workouts! After getting cleaned up and looking a little more presentable, a group of us headed out to Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery for some food and beer. They had a long wall…
 
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  • Minimum Effective Marathon Training: or how to complete a marathon with the least amount of effort (part #3)

    admin
    14 May 2012 | 1:00 am
      by  darkmatter  In my earlier post I revealed that I’ve decided to run yet another marathon. In this post I’m musing about what causes muscle fatigue and how this could be possibly offset. Read on to find out more: The feeling is common; you exercise really hard, lactic acid is produced when your muscles go into “oxygen debt”; this means they’re burning oxygen less efficiently because they just can’t get enough. This is what makes your muscles feel like they’re on fire, which ultimately makes you want to stop. The next day you feel stiff and you’re aching; why?

  • Minimum Effective Marathon Training: or how to complete a marathon with the least amount of effort (part #2)

    admin
    7 May 2012 | 1:00 am
    In my earlier post I revealed that I’ve decided to run yet another marathon. In this post I’m going to present my training plan, which you can download, and some ideas on running form which I’m going to try. Read on to find out more: Training Plan As mentioned in the introduction I’ve decided that I’m going to run in the Liverpool Marathon at the end of October 2012. I bought Mastering the Marathon: Time-Efficient Training Secrets for the 40-Plus Athlete (see below) in the hope that I can develop a structured plan to maximise every single training session. Scroll…

  • Minimum Effective Marathon Training: or how to complete a marathon with the least amount of effort (part #1)

    admin
    30 Apr 2012 | 12:00 am
    I’ve decided to run yet another marathon and while lots of cardio is generally founded upon in the paleo world I enjoy them and I still believe I can beat my PB of 3 hours 45 minutes. However, instead of running and running and running as I have done previously to train I’m going to try something different. Read on to find out more: Edinburgh Marathon May-08 (Photo credit: sirchutney) Why I decided to run another marathon After the 2011 Edinburgh Marathon I decided never to run another marathon again. Looking back now I was burnt-out, exhausted and just generally pooped. I’d spent three…

  • The Not So Sweet Facts About Sugar

    admin
    23 Apr 2012 | 12:00 am
    I’ve posted before about how to cut or drop sugar intake and even suggested you could combine this with a program of healthy paleo compliant eating. So, with this in mind and after reading this post, I thought I’d share this infographic from the Total Health Blog: It outlines some clear reasons about why sugar isn’t so great and why you might want to cut down or cut it from your diet. What do you think? Does the infographic make you want to cut back on sugar? If not why? Leave a comment below: Related articles 14 Mind-Blowing Facts About Sugar (Infographic)(magicsandbox.com)…

  • Quick & Easy Tuna

    admin
    1 Dec 2011 | 12:00 am
    This is an awesome recipe which is both filling and nutritious. It is based on this original recipe, but I’ve removed the olives and the anchovies (both of which I hate) and added black beans on a purely functional – level to boost both the protein and fibre levels (see my note on beans below). I find that the tomatoes, capers, celery, and basil combine to create bold sunny flavours in the sauce which nicely complements the tuna steaks. Nutritional Highlights low in Sodium a good source of Thiamin, Vitamin B6 and Phosphorus a very good source of high quality Protein (scoring 146)…
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  • Simon Bourne: Training for Decaman and Beyond

    orbana
    15 May 2012 | 6:05 am
    Simon Bourne, the ultra-distance triathlete currently working towards competing in Decaman this November (that’s 10 Iron Man races in a row!), is cranking up his training to the next level. Not only is Simon now putting in 50 miles of cycling a day he is already combining Decaman training with preparations for Badwater 146 in [...]

  • Secrets to preventing Cramp

    orbana
    10 May 2012 | 7:06 am
    What Causes Cramp? Muscle cramp has a number of main causes, the most frequent of these are fatigue, low sodium and potassium, low blood sugar. Loss of electrolytes through sweat is the most common one for athletes. Sodium and potassium are macrominerals (organic compounds found in the earth’s crust). Along with carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins [...]

  • Karina Bryant – Counting down to London 2012

    orbana
    8 May 2012 | 9:54 am
    As one of the most successful Team GB Judo athletes of recent times, and with three Olympic competitions under her belt, Karina Bryant knows exactly how to prepare for this summers’ Olympics and is leaving no stone unturned in her preparations. As a Judo heavyweight there are few training partners available in the UK for [...]

  • Matt Sheeks – Endurance Sports Junkie – Seattle, Washington

    orbana
    30 Apr 2012 | 10:44 am
    Endurance sports junkie Matt Sheeks grew up in the bicycle racing world, riding the road and track in high school. He transitioned to distance running in college, and ran under Coach Rob Conner at the University of Portland. The Portland Pilots were 9th in the 2005 Division 1 National-Cross Country Championships when Matt was on [...]

  • Tor Young: Wakeboarding

    orbana
    27 Apr 2012 | 9:25 am
    At 19 years old Tor Young is one of the most exciting prospects in the wakeboarding world, and with the 2012 season starting next month, Tor has been training hard during the winter – so expect big things! Tor has been wakeboarding for 8 years and competing for 7! She has represented the British Wakeboarding [...]
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  • 18 Of The Greatest Athletes On Earth Share Their Insights On The Sacrifices It Takes To Get To The Top

    Todd Kuslikis
    14 May 2012 | 4:52 am
      Snow Days, Driveways & Basketball I remember the day like it was yesterday. It was early morning before school started. My big brother Tom and I were both glued to the television screen watching the list of school cancellations scroll up. “Please, let their be a snow day! PLEASE!” we both pleaded to God. Then suddenly… all that could be heard were shouts of exultation as we both simultaneously leaped into the air… letting our victory cries ring free. Hurray!!! No School!!! Ahhhh… There is nothing like the feeling of having a day without restrictions,…

  • The 4 Most Common Mistakes Beginners Make When Training With Kettlebells & How To Avoid Them

    Todd Kuslikis
    9 May 2012 | 4:19 am
    “All men make mistakes, but only wise men learn from their mistakes.” – Winston Churchill   *Special Note: This is a guest post by Joe Vennare of TheHybridAthlete.com   Kettlebell training is one of the fastest growing and most popular fitness trends since Spinning. Take a look around and you can find them anywhere; on the Biggest Loser, on the shelf at Wal-Mart and in the corner of your local fitness center. Unlike most fat loss or muscle building fads, kettlebell training is deserved of the hype.  Instead of hopping on and off exercise machines at the gym, you…

  • 3 Simple Truths You Can Immediately Use To Get A Rock-Hard Body: An Easy To Follow Guide & My Personal Commitment To You

    Todd Kuslikis
    7 May 2012 | 4:04 am
    “It takes as much energy to wish as it does to plan.” -Eleanor Roosevelt Are you confused about how to get the body of your dreams? You’re not to blame. Last time I checked, there were 26,300,000 results for “Workout Plans” on Google. The words “Diet Plans” brought up 89,300,000 results. I am blown away by this. Give me the “needle & haystack” challenge any day! Sheesh! It seems we are bombarded with exercise and diet information from every direction. Who do we trust? How do we know what actually works? A Little About My Story (I’ll get to…

  • 24 Elite Navy Seals Reveal The Secret To Their Toughness & How They Made It Through Hell Week

    Todd Kuslikis
    30 Apr 2012 | 5:34 am
      Hell Week may be the toughest, most grueling training in the U.S. Military. Its an extreme test of physical endurance, mental fortitude, intense pain, frigid temperatures, attitude, teamwork and an individual’s capacity to perform under high physical and emotional stress in the midst of sleep deprivation. Imagine being bitterly cold, constantly wet, learning insanely difficult operational training for 5 1/2 days straight… all with only four hours of sleep. On average, a candidate will consume 7,000 calories a day… and still lose weight. Only 25% will make it through. What…

  • SOA’s Extreme Online Workout Channel – Are You In Or Out?

    Todd Kuslikis
    23 Apr 2012 | 5:10 am
    Workout From The Comfort Of Your Own Home… Stay Accountable To Other Fitness Enthusiasts… Never Again Worry About What Fitness Routine You’ll Have To Do… Many people have a hard time creating their own workout plan. Others spend hours online and get confused with all the contradictory information about what they should do, how often, number of reps/sets/weight, etc. etc. After receiving so much feedback from the SOA community expressing how much they like the workouts I have created, I thought, “Why don’t I just workout WITH the community?” This post…
 
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  • Exercises for Pear Shaped Women

    Mark
    14 May 2012 | 5:25 pm
    We get a lot of requests these days from women who are just starting out their exercise routine and are looking to not only get in shape but also change THE shape of their bodies. One of the often asked questions is ” What you got for Pear Shaped Women?”  Well….today we have a post from Teiko that is a perfect set of exercises for pear shaped women who are just beginning their quest to change their bodies. You can get more of Teiko and a lot of other great exercise content of pear shaped women, apple shaped women, or if your freshman year at college has caught up with you at…

  • Shoulder Exercises: Get results!

    Mark
    4 Mar 2012 | 10:12 am
    In my mind, nothing tops off a great physique better than a great set of well defined shoulders. We are going to spend some time in  the days ahead focusing on shoulder exercises that will get you the workout results you are looking for. Today, we bring a video to you from Kris Bierek of ShapeFit.com. This video is from ShapeFit.com’s weight training workouts video series. The video provides different exercises to target specific muscle groups so you can gain lean muscle mass and increase strength levels. This workout routine needs to be the foundation of all your shoulder exercises.

  • Awesome Sexy Leg Workout

    Mark
    27 Feb 2012 | 9:14 pm
    So here is our latest installment in our February Lower Body Blast. Kristin from the Perfectfitnesstv channel on YouTube did this awesome video for our review. This workout incorporates 5 great leg exercises that will hammer your gluteus, calves, hamstrings, and quads: Burn those thighs and get long lean pins. 1. Squat to reverse lunge alternating legs x16 2. Lateral lunges with dumbbells x16 3. Bulgarian split squats with dumbbells x16 each leg 4. Sumo squat jumps x16 5. Pelvic tilts (aka Pelvic Thrusts or Bridge) with single leg raised (or two feet on ground) x16 each leg Music by James…

  • Sexy Leg Workout

    Mark
    26 Feb 2012 | 7:35 pm
    Ladies! Workout Program Results hears you! We keep hearing that you want us to keep bringing you more of the best lower body exercises we can find. You want a toned and tight butt and sexy shapely legs.  Today we bring you a sexy leg workout from Danielle Chevalier from axfit.com : We love workouts that offer a range of exercises that target the muscles groups but hit them from different angles and with different stresses. We love it more if you work through the workout with a high degree of intensity. In this workout Danielle took us through a wide variety of leg exercises: Sprinters,…

  • Lose Weight & Burn Belly Fat – 15 Minute Workout

    Mark
    20 Feb 2012 | 6:22 pm
    Rebekah Borucki (AKA Bex) of Bexlife.com is one of our favorite trainers here at Workout Program Results. She has been at it for a long time and has a beautiful consistent message of hard workouts + solid eating habits = results. I keep hearing about people struggling with losing belly fat, how the want to lose belly fat fast, and how they hate their belly fat. Enough already! Check out Bex below for a sweet fat bustin workout: The best way to lose weight fast (along with a healthy whole foods diet) is combining cardio with explosive strength-building exercise. Do each of these 4 exercises…
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  • The Time Is Now

    Rob Lagana
    29 Apr 2012 | 3:52 am
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  • 15 Ways To Live Longer

    Rob Lagana
    17 Apr 2012 | 2:23 pm
    Living longer doesn’t just mean boosting your life span. It means living a better quality of life that you love. Exercise on a daily basis Eat good healthy foods that give you well balanced nutrition. Eat sparingly throughout the day and use portion control Get a Reiki or chiro session Get a massage or active release technique session Spend less time in front of the T.V at night. You’ll get a better sleep. Enjoy all types of music. Explore different music artists and sounds. Learn how to communicate with others in their social language. Always get a second opinion Don’t…

  • Best Steps to Overcome Water Weight and Bloat

    Rob Lagana
    17 Apr 2012 | 1:36 pm
    There are a few causes  of water retention but for many an increase in sodium through the diet ( mainly salt intake ) is a common cause and research suggests it may contribute to high blood pressure and other health complications.  Sodium is present in virtually all food products, so when a person consumes more food it’s inevitable they also consume more sodium.  Weight gains  are very often a combination of fat stores, glycogen and water retention. Understand that there’s a difference between water weight and fat weight.  Even if you lose the water, your body won’t…

  • Diet Myth Busted – Don’t Eat After 6 PM to Lose Weight

    Rob Lagana
    17 Apr 2012 | 1:18 pm
    Don’t Eat After 6 PM to Lose Weight Pros:  You will lose weight.  You’ll cut your calories, if you don’t make up for them during the morning or afternoon.  You’ll get your body use to not eating after 6 PM, which normally makes you more head strong. Cons: To create an anabolic environment in order to promote fat loss, you must feed your muscles every 2-3 hours.  Fat loss is different from weight loss.  Weight loss is a general term that means your losing body weight.  The type of body weight that you want to lose is not muscle. Not eating past 6 PM, can work for…

  • Productivity in the Gym also Shapes You in other areas of Life

    Rob Lagana
    19 Mar 2012 | 8:46 pm
    “An idea not coupled with action will never get any bigger than the brain cell it occupied.” –Arnold Glasow If many could only SEE NOW the LOST accomplishments that died in the dark recesses of their minds because of lack of Action, no doubt they would step forward with unwavering passion. Click here to view the video on YouTube.      
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  • Fitness Model : Catherine Boshuizen

    arswino76
    27 Apr 2012 | 8:52 pm
    Since Catherine Boshuizen was young, she really liked fitness and sport. During high school, she played in volley ball team for 4 years, joined the softball team on the first and second year, and joined the pole vault team on the first and third year. On summer, she really enjoyed improving her skill on water skiing. She had realized from the start that she wanted to work in health field and had a good physic and health was to be the biggest part of her life. Catherine continued her college at Oregon University and earned 2 degrees, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in…

  • Women of WWE : Amy Weber

    arswino76
    5 Apr 2012 | 2:51 am
    As an actress, model, and producer; Amy Weber has shown her great intelligence in and outside the screen that she has from years of hard work, learning and natural talent. Amy’s friendly personality and natural talent has made her receive some roles on television, including the “Porcelain Bidet” character on Fox’s “Son of the Beach”. Since her regular appearance on ABC soap “Port Charles” that helped her start her acting career, she often appeared in movies such as “CSI”, “Seventh Heaven”, “Pacific Blue” and also “Andy Richter Controls the Universe” and also…

  • Fitness Model : Eva Andressa Vieira

    arswino76
    17 Mar 2012 | 10:39 pm
    Eva Andressa Vieira was born in Curitiba, Parana State. She was one of the best representatives from Brazil for bodybuilding. Eva Andressa began her bodybuilding career when she was 17 years old to improve her body esthetic; because her body was too skinny. However because of lack support, she quit her training until she finally met Jardel Barros, an athlete who later became her husband and her personal trainer Through Jardel Barros, Eva Andressa was taken to attend bodybuilding competition. Her first competition was in 2005, in Figure NABBA. She later became the Brazilian champion in 2006.

  • Fitness Model : Kim Lyons

    arswino76
    26 Feb 2012 | 4:39 am
    Kimberly Lyn “Kim” Lyons is an American athlete, nutritionist, and fitness model who often appears on health and fitness magazines, and also stars in the American version of a competitive reality show “The Biggest Loser”. She replaced her co-trainer, Jillian Michaels on season 3, but on season 4, Jillian became her opponent. She did not appear on season 5, and never appeared again since then. Then, she appeared on Miss America Pageant 2008 as a panelist, and wrote a book called “Kim Lyons: Your Body, Your Life”. Though at first Kim wanted to become a pilot, she decided to enter…

  • Women of WWE : Celeste Bonin aka Kaitlyn

    arswino76
    12 Feb 2012 | 9:43 pm
    Celeste Bonin is an American fitness model who turned to a professional wrestler, using the name “Kaitlyn” for her role in WWE season 3. Celeste began to compete on fitness competition at the age of 19 and trained hard every day to keep her weight and size. Now, she becomes one of the six Rookie Divas who is competing as a WWE Diva and for the title “Next Breakout Star”. She signed a developmental contract with World Wrestling Entertainment on July 2010. She was trained at WWE’s developmental teritory Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW). At first she was using her own name, Celeste…
 
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  • Important Information

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    2 May 2012 | 10:30 am
    As of this week, I am no longer a Team Beachbody Coach.  I have decided to focus my energy on other things.  This website will still be available.  I am making some changes and will still post articles. Please check back for some exciting things to come.

  • P90X Kenpo

    admin
    16 Apr 2012 | 1:34 pm
    P90x Kenpo X is one of three cardio routines included in the P90x dvd’s.  If you have never done martial arts before, this is a good introduction.  It teaches you the basics of Kenpo Karate while giving you a good calorie burn.  This workout will get you moving and grooving and having fun while learning some basic kicks, punches, and blocks. As a martial artists, I hold a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, I was a bit skeptical of the P90x Kenpo.  The main reason being how could Tony Horton teach Kenpo Karate to the masses through a dvd?  He succeeded and this dvd became one of my favorite…

  • P90X for Weight Loss

    admin
    30 Mar 2012 | 2:47 pm
    Is P90x for weight loss?  The answer is a resounding YES.  Not is only is P90x for weight loss, it is also for building muscle.  More importantly it is a life style change.  You will find out during your P90x journey that P90x becomes a part of your life. You will make time for P90x, because it makes you feel so good about yourself and makes you realize that anything is possible! When I started my P90x journey, my goal was to lose 20 pounds.  I lost about 15.  What I gained was a better understanding of how to work out, how to make time for exercise, and how weight lose isn’t the…

  • My P90X Blog

    admin
    29 Mar 2012 | 12:40 pm
    Welcome to My BLOG On my P90x blog you will find almost everything about P90x and much more.  You will also find information on other Beachbody programs as well as information on the Team Beachbody Coaching Opportunity. Feel free to look around my P90x Blog and leave comments on things you like and don’t like.  If you would like more information on a topic or for me to add something you think is missing, please let me know by clicking here. My #1 priority is to help you to reach your health and fitness goals.  I am a P90x graduate and have done the program more than once.  I have…

  • P90X Cardio – Cardio X and Plyometrics

    admin
    26 Mar 2012 | 12:30 pm
      There are two P90x cardio routines, Cardio X and Plyometrics.  Each workout will get you sweating, and burning calories right out of the box.  Until I purchased P90x, I had never done exercises like the ones in Cardio X and Plyometrics.  I have done several types of aerobic classes, but nothing compares to the P90x cardio routines that come with p90x.  I burn more calories in one hour doing Plyometrics than I ever have dong other exercises.  The only thing that comes close, for me,  is my martial arts training.     Cardio X Cardio X is a P90x cardio routine that…
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  • TOP NEWS IN FITNESS [SPEED-READ] 5/16

    16 May 2012 | 6:00 am
    You're fast.  Speed Read is faster. HOT OFF THE PRESSES MAY 11, 2012    [ CYBEX SPEED READ ]  YOUR SHORT-CUT FOR FITNESS NEWS.  [ IN THIS ISSUE ]   SOCIAL JET LAG LEADS TO TIRED MORNINGS AND WIDER WAISTLINES, DOGS NEED EXERCISE TOO, HBO’S NEW OBESITY CAMPAIGN, AND STUDY SHOWS EXERCISE BENEFITS METABOLIC SYNDROME.   [CLICK TITLES FOR FULL LINKS] [FEATURED STORY] HBO: THE WEIGHT OF THE NATION This week, HBO launches Weight of the Nation, a four part documentary series about obesity.  If you would rather scrape paint off the…

  • Getting older? Try acting your age!

    14 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    Longevity enters overtime Human bodies are designed with a limited shelf life. Depressing as this sounds, recent news tells us the tide may be changing sending longevity into overtime. With so many extra innings, the situation leaves us to wonder: what do we do with all those extra years? [Growing Older] It's a Growing Trend Over the past century life expectancy has increased dramatically and the world will soon have more older people than children. Such a shift is also changing the way in which we view the role, responsibilities and ways in which we treat older adults - a topic worthy of our…

  • Exercise Takes Shape [INNO-VENTIONS]

    13 May 2012 | 9:18 am
    WHAT DO YOU THINK? Is this "for real" or "really fake"?  Cast your vote and share your thoughts in the comment section below.  Let us know if you think this is a real piece of equipment or just a graphic designer's rendering.  The answer to our exercise inquiry will be revealed later this week. Stay Healthy and Go Strong! Cybex Editorial Team  

  • How Much Does That “Value Meal” REALLY Cost?

    11 May 2012 | 10:07 am
     VALUE MEAL DEVALUES YOU Next time you’re tempted to tack another enticing item (usually fried) onto your lunch tab at a fast food restaurant because it is “only” $1 more, contemplate the true costs of consistent supersizing by the American population. I think the following abbreviated statistics illustrate the true cost of gradual, yet constant, caloric excess from adding just one more 5-pack of chicken “nuggets” over time:     Costs of obesity and overweight The economic impact of obesity and overweight population in terms of illness, diseases…

  • Bike your Way To Better Health [GEAR CHECK]

    7 May 2012 | 1:08 pm
    BIKE BODY 101 Your "Get in Gear" guide to biking bliss PICTURE IT:  the great outdoors, you, and your two wheel friend (pure bliss!)  With the wind in your hair, the world around you zipping by – and the lovely breeze on your face that would fail to exist if you came to a stop - you practically forget that you’re exercising.  You may even feel a bit guilty because it feels so good.  Riding the wave of guilty pleasure can be a life long love affair when you follow these smart cycling road-rules. BENEFITS:  TOP 3 REASONS TO RIDE If your primary…
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  • Oh My Abs Burn 4.6 Minute Core Workout Plus Jury Duty Sucks

    TaylorR
    16 May 2012 | 10:57 am
    Out of all the areas of my body to wake up and feel sore the day after a workout, I will admit sore abs brings me the most satisfaction. When you wake up with sore abs there is an immediate feeling of achievement, as if you feel you’re one step closer to a flatter stomach… “wait I think I see more defined abs”… may have crossed my mind this morning when I woke up and felt the post exercise soreness. Of course I know it’s all mental, because no matter how many crunches or plank holds you do or how sore your abs are you aren’t going to see them if you…

  • 5 Reasons Why You’re Still Feeling Fat In Front Of The Mirror And How Not To

    TaylorR
    15 May 2012 | 8:33 am
    I can give you all the health and fitness knowledge that I know, but what you do with it is up to you. I hear it all the time, people asking why they aren’t seeing results. After all, they’re showing up, they’re working out. What’s the problem? Why doesn’t your body reflect the effort that you’re putting into it? Read over these suggestions and give each some serious thought. Could this be you? And if so, what can you do about it? 5 Reasons Your Not Seeing Results From Workouts You are training too much.  There is such a thing as overtraining, and I know because I’ve done…

  • Playing Hometown Tourist

    TaylorR
    14 May 2012 | 7:36 am
    But Your Honor, I Don’t Wanna! Wish me luck today, I will be hanging out in the Charleston Court playing jury duty. I am hoping this is a one day thing, because let’s face it does anyone actually enjoy jury duty? It would really be wonderful if I showed up and was told that the case had settled out of court… a girl can dream! Finding My Love For Charleston I was born and raised in this beautiful city. But as many people can relate sometimes you miss the beauty of things that are right in front of you. I’ve always loved it, but I haven’t take the time to really appreciate…

  • The Best Total Toner Thigh Exercise For Women

    TaylorR
    13 May 2012 | 4:27 pm
    Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there. I hope that you’re relaxing and having the kids pamper you like crazy today, because that’s what you deserve! Mom’s Day Recap I really need to get some updated pictures of my family.  I don’t even think that Dan and I have taken pictures together since our honeymoon! Blogging project?? For my mom, grandmother and sister-in-law I put together a luncheon. I showed up at my parents loaded with with Whole Food Goodies! To match everyone’s taste and keep it somewhat light I put together: A salad bar (make your own…

  • Barre Burned My Butt!

    TaylorR
    12 May 2012 | 3:58 pm
    Thursday morning after teaching boot camp, I made my way to Barre Evolution in Mt. Pleasant. They invited me in to try a workout and I was all over it. I was even more excited when I did my research and learned about the two woman entrapreneurs behind Barre Evolution. Once upon a killer workout, two driven and dynamic women—a former New York City marketing executive and the owner of a Charleston-area Pilates studio—found themselves sidling up to the same barre.  Nancy Meyer, a 12- year barre fitness veteran, was hungry to find a great workout south of the Mason Dixon line and Nicole…
 
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  • Choose a Proper Cardio Routine to Lose Weight

    admin
    3 May 2012 | 8:36 pm
    If you are serious about losing weight, and keeping it off, then adding a cardio routine that fits into your schedule is a must. Weight loss occurs when you burn more calories per day than you eat, and cardio exercise is an effective way to help create that deficit. In fact, the best way to lose weight is a combination of cardio exercise, strength training, and a healthy diet.What is considered cardio exercise and what are the benefits?Cardiovascular is defined as something that pertains to the heart and blood vessels, and cardiovascular exercise is an activity that increases your heart rate…

  • Calculate Your Daily Calorie Intake to Lose Weight

    admin
    21 Mar 2012 | 8:59 pm
    Whether you weight loss goal is five pounds, 20 pounds, or more the same basic principal applies when you are trying to lose weight.A daily caloric deficit is required for you to lose weightBasically this means that you need to burn more calories each day then you consume in order to lose weight. Sounds simple enough, right? But wait, first you need to figure out your daily calorie maintenance level. This is the amount of calories your body needs each day to maintain your current body weight. Your daily calorie maintenance level is calculated by summing the following:Your Basal Metabolic Rate…

  • 5 Healthy Snack Ideas to Suppress Your Hunger

    admin
    10 Mar 2012 | 6:27 pm
    Planning your meals is the key to eating healthy, and yes this also includes planning your snacks. Whether its between breakfast and lunch, or between lunch and dinner your growling stomach may be telling you that it is time for a snack. In fact eating a healthy snack in between meals has several positive benefits: it will increase your energy and metabolism levels, it will likely keep you from overeating on your next meal, and of course it will make your stomach stop growling.So whether you are at work, school, or on the go you need to have a snack plan in mind so that you are not tempted to…

  • Benefits of a High-Fiber Diet for Weight Loss

    admin
    5 Mar 2012 | 8:14 pm
    Whether its your doctor, your mom, or just some wise aunt, you have probably been told once or twice to eat more fiber. Yes, you probably know that fiber in your diet is generally healthy for you, but did you know that a high fiber diet can actually help you lose weight as well?Before we dive into the topic of fiber and weight loss, lets first looks at some of the other benefits of fiber, types of fiber, and how much fiber you should include in your daily diet.Benefits of FiberAccording to the National Fiber Council, a high-fiber diet has the following benefits:Helps keep your body regular…

  • Why a Full Body Workout is Best For Fat Loss

    admin
    22 Feb 2012 | 10:18 pm
    If you want to firm and tone your body while melting off that excess body fat that’s been troubling you for as long as you can remember, a full body workout is the way to go.Many people are overwhelmed with the number of different workout program options out there and while there are many that will work to get you to your end goals, the full body workout is going to get you there the fastest.The full body workout offers a number of key advantages over other split set-ups, so let’s walk you through these right now so that you can see why this is a workout transition that you definitely…
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  • Carnitine benefits

    Hard2Gain
    26 Apr 2012 | 2:52 am
    Now summer is nearly upon us you want to get as ripped as possible and by supplementing with Carnitine it can point you in the right direction. This supplement transports fat into your muscle to be burned as energy to save your nutrients for building lean muscle mass, it has also been shown that if taken before your workouts it can decrease fatigue.  And it doesn't stop there it also increases the responses of the androgen receptors to stimulate growth within the body so get your hands on some Carnitine and get beach body ready.

  • Mega mass shake

    Hard2Gain
    23 Apr 2012 | 8:21 am
    When trying to pack on some serious mass you don't have to stick to your traditional mass gainers. try this home made mass shake that it packed with all the calories and nutritional value to kick start your lean muscle growth. 80g of oats 100g why protein 1 tbsp peanut butter 250ml of water Totals approx: 770 Calories, 100g Protein, 70g Carbs, 20g Fat To get a smoother texture it is advised to mix in a blender, you can also add water for desired thickness.  

  • Off season doesn't mean off shape

    Hard2Gain
    23 Apr 2012 | 3:30 am
    Just because your in your off season doesn't mean that you should start getting sloppy, of course your trying to gain weight so next year your bigger and better than before but there is a difference between gaining muscle mass and gaining excess fat that your just going to have to lose when it comes to the time to get shredded again. So instead of concentrating on getting your weight on the scales to go up think about taking in foods that has good nutritional value because in the end its your shape that matters and not your weight.

  • negative reps positive muscle

    Hard2Gain
    22 Apr 2012 | 10:06 am
    Many people under estimate the importance of the negative rep during an exercise even though when used correctly it can significantly benefit your muscle size and strength, many power lifters use just the negative rep as a big part of there training to increase there strength and when it comes to body building the stronger you are the more overload you can place on your muscles and more overload equals greater muscle growth. By adding sets of negative reps into your workouts you can stimulate muscle fibers that are usually neglected in your training to shock your muscle into submission of new…

  • L-carnitine benefits

    Hard2Gain
    22 Apr 2012 | 3:13 am
    Without a doubt L-carnitine should be one of every body builders vital supplements, this amino acid has a number of great benefits from assisting to speed up your metabolism by burning excess fat to use as a source of energy as well as helping to delay muscle fatigue while training. It also help the trainer to promote muscle growth and recovery post training. It is recommended to take between 500mg to 1500mg a day. Take it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach as well as half hour before your workouts.
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  • CRAZIEST HEALTH & FITNESS GADGETS EVER INVENTED

    Glenn Mitchell
    19 Apr 2012 | 3:08 pm
    There have been some inspired gadgets created over the years to keep us fit. Things like pedometers, heart rate monitors and games console fitness products like Wii Fit are all widely used throughout the world. However, there have also been … Continue reading →

  • MOTIVATIONAL MONTAGE

    Glenn Mitchell
    19 Apr 2012 | 1:34 pm
    Here is some inspiration and motivation to KILL your negativity and keep you on the right track……..

  • WEIGHT LOSS BY NUMBERS

    Glenn Mitchell
    17 Apr 2012 | 3:15 pm
    Loosing weight can undoubtedly be one of the hardest things you will ever try to do. So to make it a bit easier, here are my magic numbers to weight loss: 9-10-90-2000-3-7…… Ninety: You should eat healthy, fresh food 90% … Continue reading →

  • 10 THINGS NOT TO DO AT THE GYM

    Glenn Mitchell
    15 Apr 2012 | 12:39 pm
    Although you may feel at home in the gym, there are some things that you just dont do. Here are 10 gym crimes, are you guilty of any of them? 1. Keep it to yourself: Yes, you may be elated … Continue reading →

  • HOW TO ENSURE A PERFECT NIGHTS SLEEP

    Glenn Mitchell
    13 Apr 2012 | 1:21 pm
    Having enough sleep, and more importantly having good quality sleep, is vital in ensuring that  both you mind and body get the recovery they need. Adults should be having 7-8 hours of sleep every night. Studies have shown that the … Continue reading →
 
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  • Drop It Low – Booty Lifting Workout

    Cori Ann Lentz
    16 May 2012 | 1:20 am
    Today we are going to fight gravity. We are going to fight cellulite. We are going to work our asses off. Literally. All of my workouts help to firm you, tone you and fight gravity, but this one is especially focusing on lifting your booty! Worried that you can’t do some of the exercises? There’s a modification for you. Change the range of motion. Don’t go as low, don’t step as high. We all start at the beginning. As you get stronger, you will be able to do more. The trick is to start. For all of the workouts, you can always find a way to do the full exercise, even…

  • Are You Going to Gain the Weight Back?

    Cori Ann Lentz
    13 May 2012 | 7:34 pm
    Am I going to gain the weight back? I think everyone who has ever lost any weight asks themselves this question with fear and trepidation. It is a scary question once you have lost a good amount of body fat. What now? Am I going to gain it right back? Are You Going to Gain the Weight Back? Are You Going to Gain the Weight Back? Easy to Gain, Hard to Lose The fact is, as we all know, it takes a lot longer to lose body fat and inches than it does to gain. Yes, I could easily gain it back. Am I going to? No. Not all of it. Over the course of 8 weeks I was able to lose almost an inch from my…

  • Illusion – Back Building Workout to Make Your Waist Look Tiny

    Cori Ann Lentz
    11 May 2012 | 12:19 am
    It’s all an illusion! Want a tiny waist? One of the best ways to make your waist look smaller is to build the muscles in your back. Here’s an awesome back building workout to make your waist look super tiny! Guys, if you have been just watching the workouts, this is a good one for you to actually DO! I am a tiny little girl. If I can do more pull ups than you, then you have some work to do! Ladies, don’t be intimidated by pull ups! If you can’t do one yet I explain how to build up in the previous post, “Can’t Do a Pull Up Yet? Here’s How to Build…

  • Am I Still “In Season” as a Figure Competitor?

    Cori Ann Lentz
    10 May 2012 | 1:35 pm
    Is there really a ‘season’ for healthy living, or is it more of a lifestyle? I have been taking you on my journey to become a figure competitor and I would love to continue to take you on this journey with me by answering your questions. I’m trying to get to as many of your questions as I can! Here’s a great one, “Cori, now that you’re done with your first competition, are you still ‘in season’ with your diet and your training?” There are quite a few different schools of thought when it comes to being ‘in season’ an ‘off…

  • Sweat – 9 Minute Total Body Workout

    Cori Ann Lentz
    8 May 2012 | 8:59 pm
    I’m just gonna make you sweat today in under 10 minutes! We are going from upper to lower body, then back to upper body, getting a total body workout and working up a great sweat! What a nice way to get back into a workout routine! Can’t do a push up with your feet elevated? That’s OK, do regular push ups. Can’t do those quite yet? Drop your knees to the ground. Can’t do a bulgarian split squat? How about a regular lunge? No? How about getting up and down out off of a bench with a single leg or even with both legs? There are always modifications. You can do the…
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  • Losing Weight Can Make You Gain Weight- Understanding The Paradox

    Kevin Richardson
    16 May 2012 | 12:50 pm
    One of the cruelest paradoxes of weight loss is that losing weight can actually make you regain it. Losing Weight Can Make You Gain Weight- Understanding The Paradox     One of the most frustrating aspects of losing weight is the inherent difficulty in sustaining weight loss over an extended period of time. A difficulty that is perhaps most pronounced among those who are severely overweight and use a combination of calorie restricted diets and aerobic exercise. Regardless of whether the goal is to lose twenty pounds or fifty pounds, the experience for most people is an early (and…

  • Exercise Induced Headaches & Migraines- Causes & Observations

    Kevin Richardson
    2 May 2012 | 10:28 am
    Exercise Induced Headaches & Migraines- Causes & Observations   Even after all these years, the pain is still easy to recall: I was finishing up my last set of bench presses- a skinny but enthusiastic teen who had just started weight training a mere three weeks before, when it hit. In the final throes of my last set, pushing as hard as I could to overcome the forces of gravity I felt a sudden pain on the right side of my head. I finished the set and the workout, but as I kept going I felt the pain growing and growing in intensity. With every repetition sending a searing pulse of…

  • Eating More To Lose Weight- An Evolutionary Precedent Against Low Calorie Diets

    Kevin Richardson
    20 Apr 2012 | 10:31 am
    Eating More To Losing Weight- The Evolutionary Precedent Against Low Calorie Diets   Losing weight is usually associated with the practice of eating less and thus the idea of eating more for many appears almost counter-intuitive. The standard practice for weight loss has traditionally been an attempt to create a negative energy balance by eating fewer calories- which forms the basis of almost all popular diets. However as universal as this practice may be, it has not enjoyed much in the way of success as it is in many ways contrary to natural human behavior. In spite of numerous…

  • Five Ways Eating Nuts Can Help You Lose Weight

    Kevin Richardson
    3 Apr 2012 | 9:35 am
    Five Ways Eating Nuts Can Help You Lose Weight   Losing weight can appear to be a relatively simple affair- reduce your calorie intake to the point where you consume less calories than your body uses and you will lose weight. Easier said than done for a mountain of reasons, but this concept of striving for a negative energy balance is nonetheless the key rationale behind most weight loss endeavors. To that end, it makes sense to eliminate or restrict the intake of high calorie and high fat foods like nuts. A logical step since it would appear to be all too easy to go over your daily…

  • Exercise Addiction- Understanding How It Occurs & The Risk Factors (Part 2 of 2)

    Kevin Richardson
    21 Mar 2012 | 10:24 am
    Exercise Addiction: Part 2- The Steps Leading To Exercise Addiction   Originally thought to be an obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), exercise addiction distinguishes itself from impulse control disorders in several important ways. With compulsive disorders the individual obsesses about performing ritualistic activity that revolves around unrealistic outcomes. Take the common OCD example of an individual who can’t stop washing their hands out of a need to remain germ free.[1] It’s not possible nor realistic to not have germs on your hands, nor is it rational to spend…
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  • Vilma Račienė – 2012 Jurbarkas Championship Figure Class Winner

    Zirunas
    9 May 2012 | 12:23 pm
    Vilma Račienė – 2012 Jurbarkas Championship Figure Class Winner. What a year for this incredible athlete. Vilma Raciene is taking All Baltic States like a storm. Congratulation to Vilma from Rebodybuilding.com Team!

  • Success Tips for Women In Business

    Zirunas
    9 May 2012 | 11:33 am
    By: Melonie Dodaro Why do so many people find true abundance elusive? Most of them are missing the key ingredient: complete and utter confidence in themselves, which is inseparable from complete confidence in their physical self: their body. Of course, getting that total body confidence can be a tall order, especially if you have a long way to go. Yet it’s crucial that you make the commitment to get there if you want to achieve true success and abundance. How a lack of body confidence can hold you back Just think about it… If you are concerned about how you look, you’ll…

  • Dania Gargano – 2012 NPC Europa Show of Champions Bikini Short Class and Overall Winner

    Zirunas
    9 May 2012 | 11:21 am
    2012 NPC Europa Show of Champions Bikini Short Class Photos 1. Dania Gargano 2. Nina Mendez 3. Carolina Hurst 4. Mardi Scott 5. Tina Picun 6. Katlynn Ellington 7. Julia Souza 8. Cristina Ortiz 9. Natasha Love 10. Elisa Tavara 11. Megan Smith 12. Kayla Jindra 13. Emma Kyle 14. Alison Heinz 15. Maizee Demske 16. Kierstin Flores 16. Kerrie Stumpf 16. Michelle Moody Press HERE to see full Bikini Short Class Photos

  • Kara Harding – 2012 NPC Europa Show of Champions Bikini Medium Class Winner

    Zirunas
    9 May 2012 | 11:17 am
    2012 NPC Europa Show of Champions Bikini Medium Class Photos 1. Kara Harding 2. Anna Prettyman 3. Ashley Mabe 4. Diana Samusemko 5. Shayla Twit 6. Stephanie Phillips 7. Erin Tate 8. Melissa Monahan 9. Gina Nicole 10. Fiorella Seguel 11. Miche Dietz 12. Lyndsay Carrus 13. Lisa Dailaire Press HERE to see full Bikini Medium Class Photos

  • Cassandra Marshall – 2012 NPC Europa Show of Champions Bikini Tall Class Winner

    Zirunas
    9 May 2012 | 11:13 am
    2012 NPC Europa Show of Champions Bikini Tall Class Photos 1. Cassandra Marshall 2. Monique LeClair 3. Jodi Harbert 4. Joanna Dara 5. Dawn Magnuson 6. Trina Huettl 7. Priscilla Anderson Press HERE to see full Bikini Tall Class Photos
 
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  • The Most Dangerous Diets

    admin
    16 May 2012 | 10:40 am
    Atkins, Zone, South Beach … names diets that promise rapid petite. What is the price? Often the exclusion of important products and other overuse lead to damage in the normal function of certain organs. A healthy diet should help maintain a good weight but also to supply the body with necessary substances.However, these diets are [...]

  • Chronic Fatigue – What You Should Know About It

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 11:03 am
    The main symptom of chronic fatigue syndrome is a constant feeling of tiredness and fatigue, which even after rest and sleep is not improving. Suffer from the condition about 17 million people worldwide, according to statistics.Fatigue is so heavy that it starts to hinder effective job performance concerns and social activities. Fatigue and other symptoms [...]

  • Food for Young and Beautiful Skin

    admin
    11 May 2012 | 11:28 am
    You know that “You are what you eat” and that “beauty comes from within” and when it comes to skin care, both sayings are true. Healthy eating keeps your skin in top shape and has the potential to address specific skin problems. Here’s how:Low-fat dairy products against acne and wrinkles Vitamin A contained in them [...]

  • Berries Slow Aging of Brain

    admin
    1 May 2012 | 7:01 am
    Consumption of berries helps to slow brain aging and the development of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study among more than 16 000 women aged over 70 years. Researchers found that regularly consuming delicious fruit preserve your memories with an average of 2.5 years longer than women who do not eat them so often. There is [...]

  • How to Avoid Weight Gain During the Holidays

    admin
    28 Apr 2012 | 9:11 am
    Modern resorts are known for their abundance of food they offer, especially if they are on an “inclusive ol ‘where from morning till evening several times with face covered with many different dishes block tables. Even food is not the most taste, in tourists take advantage of the abundance and it affects at least the [...]
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  • Fitbit launches their Aria Wi-Fi Smart Scale in the UK

    Stewart Rogers
    15 May 2012 | 8:44 am
    Fitbit, the people behind the Fitbit Ultra fitness tracker, launch their Aria Wi-Fi Smart Scale in the UK. The Fitbit Aria is a Wi-Fi smart scale that tracks weight, body fat percentage and BMI. The Aria then automatically uploads this information to your Fitbit profile, in the same way that the Fitbit Ultra currently uploads activity and sleep data. “The launch of the Aria scale reinforces Fitbit’s continued commitment to bringing affordable health and fitness products to the mainstream with simple, innovative, easy to use products that keep people engaged and motivated on their…

  • The Best Free Workout Plans on the Internet

    Stewart Rogers
    14 May 2012 | 12:49 pm
    Workout plans. There seem to be hundreds of free and paid-for options out there on the Internet… Forever trying to save you time so you can focus on getting fit, UsFitties has scoured the ‘net to find the best free workout plans, covering all levels of ability. Which will you try? MyFreeTrainer MyFreeTrainer is a simple website that offers a good amount of content. When you visit the site, you are met with a black box in the middle of the screen. Hover over it and you get to choose your gender, followed by your fitness level (three choices). Once selected, you’re taken to…

  • Fat-burning Foods; Swap and Upgrade Today

    Stewart Rogers
    11 May 2012 | 12:09 pm
    Using fat-burning foods and drinks are an effective way to lose weight and gain a number of health benefits. We’ve picked four of the most common items people use in their daily meals and beverages. We then found a way to swap them for something better, and go a step further with an upgrade to the swap. Which of these can you start using today? You use sugar in your coffee… Swap the sugar for cinnamon. This will stabilise your blood sugar levels and leave you less likely to indulge in treats thanks to the ‘crash’. Cinnamon is highly effective for lowering the glycemic…

  • Get Lean Muscle that Doesn’t Cut the Mustard!

    Stewart Rogers
    10 May 2012 | 4:55 pm
    Mustard has been shown to aid lean muscle growth, while boosting your metabolism for an extra fat burning effect. Two different studies show some amazing results from adding a relatively small amount of mustard to your diet. Let’s take a look at both sets of research. Research conducted at the Plants for Human Health Institute, FBNS at North Carolina State University, shows that mustard triggers a similar response in the body as anabolic steroids do, only without the life-threatening side effects of course. The research found that the effect of homobrassinolide, which is a type of…

  • Running Free – 5 Top Tips for First-time Runners

    Stewart Rogers
    9 May 2012 | 12:22 pm
    Running is fantastic exercise but for first-time runners it can be fairly daunting. Whether you are unsure about how to start, or you’re worried about something you’ve heard about running, don’t worry. UsFitties is here to help… Running is great for a number of health benefits. It helps with weight loss, improves respiratory function, increases cardiovascular health, reduces cholesterol and helps with bone strength. But running can be daunting too, and novices are often put off by all the talk of pace, gait and shin splints; make no mistake, running injuries can happen…
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    Every Diet Blog

  • Apr 19, Life Diet - The Guide to Your Everyday Diet

    19 Apr 2012 | 2:48 am
    Life Diet - Ever wonder why your previous diet didn't work? Is getting healthy your first priority? Come browse through our everyday diet tips page at everyday-life-diets.com today. Step 1 to life-long happiness!

  • Feb 3, Watermelon Nutrition

    3 Feb 2012 | 11:12 am
    Ever eaten a lot of watermelon but never stopped to wonder what potential nutrition it has? Visit our watermelon nutrition page here at Everyday-life-diets.com, we will show you exactly what will want to know.

  • Feb 3, Veggie Tales

    3 Feb 2012 | 11:05 am
    Are you a vegan and looking for easy diet plans that will work for you? Then veggie tales is the place for you. Stop by today. Step 4 to happiness!

  • Feb 3, Eat While Traveling

    3 Feb 2012 | 10:59 am
    Getting ready for a long trip? Are you worried about what foods to eat while traveling? Everyday-life-diets will show you how to manage your diet while on the road

  • Feb 3, Fat Substitutes

    3 Feb 2012 | 10:49 am
    Looking for ways to avoid fats and increase more fat substitutes? Everyday-life-diets recommends doing this.
 
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    PhysicalBLUE

  • How to Upgrade Your Abs or Get a “Six-Pack”

    Chase
    2 May 2012 | 9:40 pm
    There are thousands of abdominal and six pack workout articles out there so you may wonder why it deserves a spot in the specialty workouts. Having a flat stomach is arguably the most referenced spot on the body when it comes to looking good though, and the whole point of the PhysicalBLUE specialty workouts are [...]

  • What It Is and How to Build Up the “V” or “Pelvic” Muscle

    Chase
    25 Apr 2012 | 7:05 am
    This was the very first muscle ‘trouble spot’ that motivated me towards developing feature focused workouts or any of my specialty workouts for that matter. You might say that it was because of what you read below that led to the creation of the entire PhysicalBLUE website in the first place. The trouble spot that [...]

  • How to Jump Higher or Improve Your Vertical Leap

    Chase
    18 Apr 2012 | 12:36 am
    The height of the human jump varies significantly from individual to individual. Have you ever wondered why some people can jump higher than others? Let me rephrase that, have you ever wondered what physical and scientific factors contribute to a high vertical leap? This article covers how to go about increasing your vertical, it consists [...]

  • Calorie Spikes: What They are and How to Really Use Them Properly

    Chase
    13 Apr 2012 | 1:36 am
    What if I told you that you could eat a whole tub of Haagen Daaz drowned in as much whipped cream or chocolate syrup you wanted and that you would be dieting? If it sounds too good to be true, well, it kind of is. The concept here I am referring to is called a [...]

  • Concepts 101: Fitness Science (Part 2/2)

    Chase
    12 Apr 2012 | 2:58 am
    This article is a continuation of PhysicalBLUE 101 and is an expansion on the #2 Concepts. This is part 2/2. These concepts of fitness science could easily have research papers written about them and their applications (and there are!). Though it may seem long, this is actually a highly condensed list of highly advanced concepts. [...]
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    Chad Anderson, CSCS

  • Exercise of the Week: Hip Bridge

    Chad
    11 May 2012 | 2:43 am
    Name: Hip Bridge Uses: Glute Strengthening

  • 3-Exercise Conditioning Ladder

    Chad
    10 May 2012 | 4:58 am
    Here is a tough conditioning ladder you can add to your exercise routine. It consists of three exercises: Reverse Lunge, Push-Ups, and V-Ups. You will be performing 10 rounds of exercise, starting with 1 repetition each exercise and building up to 10. It may start off easy, but by the time you reach the 10th round you’ll be feeling the effects! The Exercises: 1. Reverse Lunge 2. Push-Ups 3. V-Ups The Ladder: Note: Perform each round continuously without any rest between. Round 1 Reverse Lunge x 1 rep each side Push-Ups x 1 rep V-Ups x 1 rep Round 2 Reverse Lunge x 2 reps each side…

  • Exercise of the Week: Tuck Jumps

    Chad
    27 Apr 2012 | 2:50 am
    Name: Tuck Jumps Uses: Plyometric/Conditioning

  • Swiss ball exercises you’ve never tried

    Chad
    26 Apr 2012 | 9:15 am
    The swiss ball (physio ball, stability ball etc) is a dynamic exercise tool I love to incorporate into my workouts. Although it has somewhat developed the reputation of an exercise fad due to it’s skyrocketing popularity, it’s still effective for challenging the body in a unique way. So while I’m sure you’ve seen the swiss ball and may have even used one yourself, here are several exercises you may have never seen before. 1. Swiss Ball Pike Start facedown on the swiss ball and roll yourself out until just your feet are on the ball. Keeping the legs as straight as…

  • Exercise of the Week: Side Lying Leg Raise

    Chad
    20 Apr 2012 | 3:23 am
    Name: Side Lying Leg Raise Uses: Core strengthening
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