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OverEating Survival Guide

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:43:00 +0000

Certain foods are powerful.

They cast a spell over the most well-meaning dieter, and cause logical people to overeat until their sides hurt.

They occupy your thoughts to the point of obsession as you try to ignore a plate of cookies. And when it's all said and done, they accumulate on your body in the most obtrusive way as a result of dozens of unused calories.

Why does food hold such power? And, most importantly, how can you control your eating?

The End of Overeating

David A. Kessler, MD set out to answer these pressing questions in his instant bestseller, The End of Overeating. Despite being a pediatrician, a former FDA commissioner, and former dean of the medical schools at Yale and the University of California, San Francisco, Dr. Kessler struggles with his weight.

Observing the current obesity epidemic, he knew that he wasn't alone. Dr. Kessler, with the insight of some of the brightest minds in medicine and science, discovered the following three reasons that most of us are compelled to overeat.

1. An Irresistible Combination Rewires Your Brain:

Think of your favorite treat - most likely it can be broken down into the basic building blocks of sugar, fat and salt. This combination is known of as the ‘three points of the compass', a combination that has been shown to literally alter the biological circuitry of your brain. Sugar, fat and salt give food a high hedonic value which gives you pleasure. This pleasure reinforces you to return to your favorite foods time and time again.

2. The Food Industry Targets You:

Everywhere you go you'll see the clever work of the food industry, tempting you with highly palatable creations. Food has become a science, and your taste preferences the guiding light. The food industry has one goal - to get you hooked. By constructing food items that are high in sugar, fat and salt they know that you will come back time and time again.

3. Conditioned Hyper-eating Becomes a Way of Life:

Humans are conditioned to seek more reward. When readily available, hyper palatable food become our reward a pattern of hyper-eating quickly emerges. Dr. Kessler describes the cycle:

"Foods high in sugar, fat, and salt, and the cues that signal them, promote more of everything: more arousal...more thoughts of food...more urge to pursue food...more dopamine-stimulated approach behavior...more consumption...more opioid-driven reward...more overeating to feel better...more delay in feeling full...more loss of control...more preoccupation with food...more habit-driven behavior...and ultimately, more and more weight gain."

Breaking the Cycle

The good news is that you don't have to remain trapped in a cycle of overeating. The following three tips will put you back in control.

1. Set Your Rules:

In order to resist overeating in today's tempting food environment, you must eat by a set of self-imposed rules. Predetermined rules take away the need to make food decisions in vulnerable moments.

Dr. Kessler thinks these rules should be, "simple enough to fit with your busy life, but specific enough to remove uncertainty from the food equation." For suggestions as to what rules you should adopt, let's turn to another authority on eating, bestselling author of ‘In Defense of Food', Michael Pollan:

Don't eat anything your great grandmother wouldn't recognize as food.

Pay more, eat less. Look for quality of food over quantity.

Eat meals. Cut out constant snacking, stick with a structured meal plan.

Don't get your fuel from the same place your car does. Gas stations are great for fueling your car, but the food they sell are not suited to fuel you.

Try not to eat alone. Eating can become mindless when alone, leading to overeating.

Eat slowly. Eat foods that have been prepared slowly – that means no fast food.

2. Make Negative Associations:

When was the last time you peeled a lemon and ate it whole? Probably never. That's because your taste buds have a negative association with the sour taste.

Our taste buds have traditionally been our guide when it comes to food selection, but this must change for you to successfully avoid overeating. Since the food industry purposely crafts food items to please your taste buds (not waistline) what tastes good can no longer dictate what you eat. It's up to you to create negative associations with unhealthy food - despite their pleasing taste.

Here are some negatives to focus on:

Those extra calories will accumulate around your waist.

Your health will suffer.

You will become more disappointed with your appearance.

You'll feel sluggish.

3. Give Yourself a Real Reward:

The bottom line is that we eat unhealthy food as a reward, even though it causes more harm that good. It's time to give yourself a truly beneficial reward – exercise.

Exercise is a healthy reward that will not only release endorphins into your system, but will also give you the benefit of weight loss and improved health.

I truly believe that you can overcome your pattern of overeating with healthy eating and regular exercise. Call 401.732.6400 or email me today to get started on a program that will truly change your life.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

The 21 Day Fitness Solution

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:29:00 +0000

Hey, Todd Cambio here,

I’ve been getting a lot of emails asking if we have fast solution to help with the shrinking the waist, hips and buns area…

… while there is no quick fix (I don’t care what the infomercials claim) I did go to the drawing board and crafted a NEW 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Program that’s right up your alley – if you want fast results.

You probably know that our Fat Burning Boot Camp is pretty much full, but we do have room for another small group so I thought I’d let you know that my NEW 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss program starts Monday, October 26th and the best part is that the 21 day program is discounted to only $97 and INCLUDES a 21 day meal plan program.

The only catch is that the camp is almost full and we can only take on 10 more participates. So if you’re ready to fit into your skinny jeans again and want to firm and tone your body all while dropping inches and pounds then make sure to register for our 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Boot Camp.

Here’s how to register…

Just call my office at 401-732-6400 and let Myself, Laura or Callie know that you want in on the 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Boot Camp and we’ll get you all dialed and ready for Monday or simply click the "Buy Now" button below and your are guaranteed a spot!

The class will take place Monday – Friday at 9:00 AM Precision Fitness in Warwick.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Todd M. Cambio, CSCS

401-732-6400

21 Day Rapid fat Loss Program!

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

P.S. Like I said we only have room for 10 more participants for the 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss program and since this email is going out to 642 local residents I’m sure it will fill out quickly

Health Tip: Grill Your Veggies!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:09:00 +0000

Looking for something delicous to grill that won't derail your weight loss goals?

Look no further than the produce section.

Onions, bell peppers, eggplant, carrots, asparagas and zuccini are all great options to throw on the grill – and they can all be eaten guilt free.

Rub a little olive oil on them, season with salt & pepper and they are good to go!

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Health Tip: Use a Small Plate Instead of a Full Size One.

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:47:00 +0000

Here's a quick and easy Health Tip to lose weight:

For dinner tonight use a small plate instead of a full sized dinner plate.

It sounds simple, but you will actually eat less off a small plate than you would a full sized plate.

This is a great way to encourage smaller portion sizes without feeling like you are being deprived.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Blueberries Are a "Super Food"

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:23:00 +0000

Blueberries are being called a "super food" by many nutritionists.

Recent research has shown that blueberries are the fruit with the highest antioxidant activity. They are high in fiber and reduce inflammation in the body.

Blueberries have even been shown to improve memory and coordination and to slow the development of degenerative diseases.

Snack on fresh or dried blueberries instead of processed sweets – not only are they healthier, you'll also lose weight.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Want to Burn Fat Fast, Build Strength and Have Fun?

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:13:00 +0000

If so, visit our exclusive by appointment only private membership facility for a FREE trial class:

9 am Fat Burning Boot Camp M, W, TH
9 am Cardio & Core Tu & Th
2 pm Fat Burning Boot Camp M, W, F
2 pm Kettlebell class Tu & Th
6:30 PM Kettlebell class M - Th
7:15 PM Fat Burning Boot Camp M - Th

We are Rhode Island's Fat Burning Specialists because we build your lean muscle mass and speed up your metabolism through cutting edge interval strength training.

If you are serious about getting in shape and want to have fun, then this program is for you!

FIRST 10 PEOPLE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES GET A FREE T-SHIRT and NUTRITION CONSULT ($59 VALUE)!

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Check Out the Hottest Toys to Train with!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:52:00 +0000

Alternative Methods Training Symposium at the NSCA World Headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO opens eyes!

I attended this conference to learn some new twists on training with odd implements. Boy did this open my eyes to what you can use to train with:

Flipped 200 lb tractor tires for strength

Swung sledge hammers at them for core work

Used 4" thick x 30' long ropes as giant wax on/wax off cardio/core tools

Threw 50 lb sand bags around like frisbees

Lifted kegs and water logs

Hung on for full body TRX suspension training (pictured)

Check out some of my pictures. Sorry though - I dropped my carmera and only got a few action shots. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/album.php?aid=144988&id=697208782

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

FREE Fat Burning Fitness Classes Thursday!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 01:39:00 +0000

Limited spaces left!

ONLY 5 more people that's it!

Come try our:

9 am - Cardio & Core

6:30 PM - Kettlebell class

7:15 PM - Boot Camp

email us back or call 732-6400 to secure your spot now! Thursday Sept. 17th.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

If You Own a Business or Want to - Go to the "We Mean Business Expo!"

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 11:31:00 +0000

With all the back to school stuff going on, I forgot to mention that there is a fantastic business expo next week. If you own a business or want to, get to this expo!

Precision Fitness will be there for "How To Eat Healthy In The Corporate World"

3rd Annual We Mean Business Expo

September 10, 2009
10am-4pm

Renaissance Hotel Providence, R

We Mean Business Expo 2009 Agenda:

10:00 am- Expo Kick-Off with Secretary of State A. Ralph Mollis and RI Economic
Development Interim Executive Director, Michael Saul

10:00 am- Expo Floor Opens

10:30 am- How to Start and Run a Successful Small Business with David Nash and David
Lucier, CPA

11:00 am-3:00 pm- Onsite registration of LLCs (Limited Liability Companies) and
Trademarks.

12:30 pm- Image Impact: Set yourself apart from the competition! with Margaret Batting
of Elevé.

2:30 pm- Introduction to Facebook for Small Business with Seth Resler of
Quickwhatsup.com

4:00 pm- Expo Floor Closes

4:30 pm- Keynote Address by Bill Rancic (at Veterans Memorial Auditorium) Free
and Open to the Public

For more information call 278-9174 or email scarrera@riedc.com

Register Today!

http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102690687713&s=7392&e=001za6b_rdkwtkfXXsChC1k0VA3I_KvZ6B-lgYzL12P0qKAYUn7hCzDl3mRaYjfd-Gm5rUxmSuHmMyVOpGQenhL9wKJU72pz9OT98Ma5-BBKKhoebqbuQwRLKKOQVbgAURShoEM8Zo5skFfsBVWWtmQBw

One lucky winner will receive two tickets to a private reception at State Ultra
Lounge with Bill Rancic following his keynote address. The winner will be announced
at We Mean Business prior to Bill Rancic's address. Register today to be eligible!
Winner will be chosen from pre-registrations only!

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Join the Back to School Weight Loss Challenge

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 01:00:00 +0000

Are you tired of fad diets, yo-yo dieting and never maintaining your past weight loss?

Join our Fall Weight Loss Challenge and educate yourself on the most current and up to date nutritional science that will help you finally lose weight the healthy way and keep it off for good.

It is only $35.00!!

Your registration money is paid out to participants with the most percent weight loss and donated to the imPOSSIBLE DREAM.

Win cash plus raffle prizes!

9 WEEK Nutrition Class with private weekly weigh-ins

Learn all about health and nutrition to help you live a long and healthy lifestyle.

Learn your % Body Fat

Find out how much Lean Muscle Mass you have

You will know your Resting Metabolic Rate

Get daily individual calorie and protein requirements to lose weight safely with long-term results

On going support from your personal coach!

Make a commitment to your health and join our weight loss challenge.

Starts week of September 7th.

Classes are either Thursday or Saturday at 10 am at Precision Fitness.

Hope you can make it.

Our Summer Challenge Highlights:

1st place winner lost 21.4 lbs and $300 cash!
2nd place winner lost 12.4 lbs and 6" off her waist and $180 cash!
3rd place winner lost 13.2 lbs and over 7% of her body weight and $120!

We also donated $300 to the imPossible Dream.

Call 401-489-0551 and ask for myself or Brooke.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Exciting Nutrition Business Opportunity: Full or Part Time!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 13:51:00 +0000

Exciting Nutrition & Health Business Opportunity for motivated people who enjoy helping people improve their overall health and well being.

Ask yourself:

Do you enjoy what you do for work now? Could you use more income? Do you want to lead a healthier lifestyle?

Do you simply want a profitable part job that brings in extra income?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, take the next step and check out this website and let me know what you think.

Go to http://www.excitingbizop.com/

1. Enter your Name, E-mail and Phone Number

2. Enter my email: tcambio@GoPrecisionFitness.com

3. Hit "Get Started Now" button

4. When prompted, enter username and password, which are both: freedom

People who thrive in this business enjoy:

- Helping others
- Educating

- Proper Nutrition

- Weight Loss

- Healthy Supplements

- Fitness

- Beauty Supplies

- Children's Nutrition

- being their own boss

- making their own schedule

- work from home or where ever you like

Email or call me for this exciting opportunity at 401-489-0551

Answer the 3 Questions About the Web Video & We’ll Give You a Free Shake*

1. What was Laura’s occupation?
2. What was Ray Harris’ retirement income?
3. What % of the economy do baby boomers control?

So take action now and watch the video, answer the question about the video and call me ASAP!

You can work from home or out of our facility as an independent distributor.

* Free shake is if you come in to my shake/smoothie bar

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Why the Power of Protein Helps With Weight Loss

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:16:00 +0000

Here are some great reasons to incorporate healthy sources of protein into your diet:

Protein can be more satisfying than sugar or fats.
Protein signals our brain that we are not hungry anymore - this benefit of protein aids in weight loss.
Plant sources of protein are cholesterol free and low in fat.
Soy protein, as found in Herbalife Formula 1 shake mix and other products, is great for healthy weight loss

If you need more information on these products give me a call and claim your FREE nutrition consultation.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Weight Loss Challenge Winners Take Home Cash and Take Off Pounds!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 11:23:00 +0000

The Summer Weight Loss Challenge results are official!

Before I reveal them, lets break for a commercial...

Just kidding!

I want to thank everyone for their participation and commitment. There was over 125 lbs lost!

I know it was a tough during the summer months, but the results many of you got were outstanding! I wish you all continued success on your weight loss and healthy lifestyle journey.

With out further ado:

1st Place - LISA - Lost 21.4 lbs and 11.5% of her body weight! $300 (pictured)
2nd Place - Andrea - Lost 12.2 lbs and 7.7% body weight! $180
3rd Place - Emily - Lost 13.2 lbs and 7.5% body weight! $120

The OPPS Jar! Winner was also Andrea who lost a total of 6" off her waist!

PS - some of you owe Andrea some dollars...LOL

We also raised $300 for the imPossible Dream - great job everyone!

If anyone else would like to know your final results, just give us a call.

We will be having a new WLC in September once the kids are back in school. Call Todd or Brooke at 401-489-0551 for more info.

Remember:

Drink lots of water- Eat as many fresh fruits & Veggies as you want
Eat protein at every meal for weight loss
Eat 4-5 small meals or snacks a day
Exercise regularly mixing up cardio and strength training
Use supplements (from us of course :)) to fill in the holes of your diet

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Beckham Scores with Herbalife!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 23:59:00 +0000

The Main Man for Herbalife Nutrition Products does it again.

David Beckham relies on Herbalife to maximize his health and well being, how about you?

Athletes, weight loss, heart health and more...

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Lose 20 lbs in 28 Days!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:24:00 +0000

Take Advantage of this Incredible Offer NOW!

With YOUR wedding day arriving before you know it, let Precision Fitness help you fit into the wedding dress size YOU want!

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Here is how it works...Come 3 times a week for 4 weeks and follow my personalized fitness and nutrition plan (NO Dieting) and at the end of the summer program you'll discover a fitter, thinner, sexier you. It's just that simple.

For information or a no obligation "Fitness test drive" call 401-489-0551.

CALL BEFORE August 8th and SAVE 33% ON THIS POPULAR PROGRAM!

"Just a little friendly update: Hope all is going well! Things here are very good, I am on a new schedule with Kelsie alternating days with kettlebells and boot camp. I LOVE my new schedule, it never gets boring!

I just started kettlebells and I have progressed so much in them already. I am continuously moving up in weight which proves to me that I am building muscle and getting stronger. I love that you have a variety of kettlebells and I hope you are able to get more! You and Kelsie are doing an awesome job!!

- Melissa (Blondie)- lost 15 lbs fat, gained 5% lean muscle

"Todd Cambio is the perfect personal trainer. Motivation, expertise, kindness and most importantly...results."

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Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

More Uses For Equalizer Strength Training Hurdles!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 02:34:00 +0000

Besides being one of the best new strength training tools in the industry, these baby's double as great obstacle course training tools.

Grab a set or two and SAVE $10.00 off/set with COUPON CODE # 0907EQ

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They were designed to do traditional strength training exercises for group classes and they are portable enough for personal training sessions at the club or in-home.

The Equalizer targets muscles we love to hate. It works the triceps, lower abs and back muscles like no other. Participants use their own body weight as resistance and decide what level is right for them (resistance is variable as the legs can be used to assist the exercise).

The Equalizer is safe and most importantly will add an new exciting dimension to your workouts!

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

10 Mile Road Race - Narraganssett Blessing of the Fleet

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:53:00 +0000

Well, this years 10 mile race went well considering I never ran over 5 miles leading up to it. The weather was very accommodating this year as opposed to the blistering heat or extreme thunderstorms experienced over the last couple of years.

My time this year was 1:30:42 (I think). Very happy with that considering my running leading up to it.

We had a small running group this year showing off the Precision Fitness running tops.

That's me (left to right) pointing out Brent's "nipple pins", Jill, and Jay.

They all did beat me to the finish line where we hooked up with the Ultimate Sports Massage team for a free rub down!!

Great race and a great time!

Until next year...

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Make Your Heart Strong & Healthy

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:51:00 +0000

This week's Weight Loss Challenge topic is heart health. There are 3 key components to making your heart healthy.

EXERCISE - Find something you enjoy doing and do it. Try for 30 minutes per day. Definitely get a mix of cardio and strength training. For a combo of both in ONE Workout check out: http://www.youtube.com/user/tcambio17

EAT Well - include lean protein, healthy fats water and lots of fruits & veggies! Get lots of colors in too! Schedule 4-5 regular meals.

SLEEP - 8 hours a day is recommended :)

Supplements - Since it is often difficult to get all the nutrients you need from food alone, I recommend supplements. For heart health, supplements can fill the gap in your diet. Call or email me for options.

We have over 100,000 miles of arteries, veins and capillaries in our bodies - blood needs to flow freely! If it doesn't it could lead to heart attacks or strokes.

17 million people die of heart disease each year. There are 1.2 million heart attacks in the U.S. each year, so take care of your heart!

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Why a Proper Golf Fitness Training Program Will Improve Your Golf Game

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 14:17:00 +0000

Are you like many golfers who take lesson after lesson and don’t seem to improve? Well, it might be due to lack of proper conditioning.

A golf specific strength and conditioning training program may be the answer for you. Stronger muscles, bones, and connective tissue all contribute to a better golf game and a reduction in your chances of getting injured.

Regular exercise can also bring on improvements in balance, muscle control and range of motion that can help improve your swing. Whether you're a novice or tournament player, you certainly want to perform as well as you can.

Here are three important aspects of your swing that proper conditioning will significantly improve:

1. Swing range by improving your joint flexibility.
2. Swing speed by developing your muscle strength.
3. Swing power by training your postural balance and coordination.

Improving your golf game through better physical fitness is a must for getting better. Adam Schriber of Crystal Mountain Resort in Thompsonville, MI (Golf Magazine Top 100 Teachers in America) says most amateurs don’t improve because they are “under -trained and fail to retain their innate movement patterns.”

Adam also goes on to say that you must train to make change and incorporating a proper fitness program will “improve your technique and free your mind so that you can swing like an athlete.” (Golf Magazine, 2009)

Of course, this type of fitness program should include cardiovascular activity and appropriate nutrition. According to Todd M. Cambio, Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Owner of Precision Fitness, “the primary focus of any golf specific program should be on safe, sensible, effective and efficient exercises designed to make you feel better and play better.”

For a PDF version click: http://www.prlog.org/10286289-why-proper-golf-fitness-training-program-will-improve-your-golf-game.pdf

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

The Hottest New Strength Training Tool in Years!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 01:11:00 +0000

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The Equalizer targets muscles we love to hate. It works the triceps, lower abs and back muscles like no other. Participants use their own body weight as resistance and decide what level is right for them (resistance is variable as the legs can be used to assist the exercise).

The Equalizer is safe and most importantly will add an new exciting dimension to your workouts!

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Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Kick Butt Kettlebell Classes!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:47:00 +0000

Whether you’re trying to build or tone muscle, increase your metabolism, or burn fat, you should incorporate a cardio routine and some form of strength training.

Well, here is the perfect solution to combining both:

KETTLEBELLS!

Kettlebell workouts focus on full-body movements consisting of lifting, swinging, and balancing differently weighted kettlebells, which are basically cast iron cannonballs with handles.

You’ll feel it most in your hips, butt, thighs, and arms at first. In fact, you’ll feel it for days. But, the midsection and back do their share of the work too.

It’s the perfect workout for women looking sculpt their curves and tighten the backs of their arms. And it’s great for men trying to turn that keg in their midsection into a 6-pack.

So if you are ready for something new, then contact Kelsie today at 401-489-0551.

Class Times:

4:15 Monday-Thursday
5:15 Monday - Friday
11 am Saturday (Combo class with Boot Camp)

Click link below to see how Kelsie does it:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGI2M0bPcRw

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Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Are Your Kids On A Sugar High?

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 20:35:00 +0000

Kids get WAY too much sugar. It is estimated that kids get a staggering 29 grams of unrefined sugar per day!

This is leading to a number of problems and health issues including: obesity, hyperactivity (ADHD & ADD), increased rate if injuries, early onset of diabetes and more...

So if you think giving your kids a pop tart and juice is healthy, think again! Their blood sugar levels are going on a roller coaster ride to Unhealthyville!

This information also applies to we adults too. We mainly buy the food that we both eat.

When purchasing foods, read the labels. Manufacturers will try and hide the amount of sugar in products by using several different sugars so they do not have to use "Sugar" as the first ingredient listed on the food label.

For weight loss, avoid all those extra carbs and look for protein sources first.

Obtain your sugar sources naturally through fresh fruits and veggies and whole grain choices.

Here are some more tips:

Limit fruit juices, even though they could be all natural, they are very high in calories. Eat the fresh fruit of the juice you want to drink instead.

Rather than adding syrup to pancakes and waffles, try adding sliced fresh fruit and/or some vanilla low fat yogurt.

Look to whole grain cereal without added sugars and top with sliced bananas, berries or other fruits that you like. This applies to hot cereals like oatmeal too.

Keep healthy snacks handy like whole fruits/veggies, cut veggies, low fat yogurt, Herbalife protein bars, almonds, etc. so you won’t be tempted to eat sweets.

Instead of baked goods for dessert, try frozen bananas. They taste like ice cream when frozen. Add a little chocolate syrup (not hot fudge) and enjoy! Sorbet is a good choice here as well.

For our kids, really pay attention to what you are feeding them. It is estimated by the Journal of the American Dietetic Association that kids are getting a staggering 29 grams of unrefined sugar per day which is leading to a number of problems and health issues.

Hope this helps. Please be aware of what you put in your body and your kids.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Why We Need Fiber

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:04:00 +0000

Digestive health plays a major role in many areas including weight management, energy, healthy skin and immunity.

The small intestine is where the majority of digestion and absorption of nutrients takes place.

Fiber (water-soluble and water-insoluble) provides: a feeling of fullness, slows the absorption of sugar, helps to keep blood-sugar levels more even, lowers cholesterol, transfers food through the GI track, traps water and helps in preventing constipation.

The average American consumes only HALF the amount of fiber recommended by the Institute of Medicine.

Try for 30 grams of fiber a day.

Try for 5-7 servings of fruits and veggies per day - think lots of colors!

If you would like more information or a private nutrition consult, please do not hesitate to call.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Food Labels, Healthy Fats & Healthy Portion Sizes

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 13:47:00 +0000

This class really opened some eyes, especially about nutrition labels.

We discussed how manufactures will try make their products look healthy when they are really not and how nutrition labels can be misleading.

Many people assume a small package or medium sized beverage container is a single serving, most times this is not the case. An official serving size of a beverage is 8 ozs, many bottles are 16 ozs or even 20 ozs. That is about 15 cubes of suger!

Remember, 4 grams of sugar is 1 tsp of sugar or one sugar cube. Visualize sugar cubes.

This means you may be drinking 2 - 2.5x the amount of calories listed on the label. Most of those calories are pure sugar!

Here are the highlights from Class #5:

Went over how to read a nutrition label careful and look for hidden information.

Learned what a "Good" fat is compared to a "Bad" fat.

Saturated fats are "BAD" fats. They include Trans-Fats which raise cholesterol levels and contribute to heart disease.

Polyunsaturated fats can be "GOOD" like Omega 3's or "BAD" like Omega 6's which cause inflamation in the body.

Monounsaturated fats are also considered "GOOD" because in small amount because they do not raise cholesterol or promote cancer. Olive oil and avacados.

Our diets are way too low in Omega 3 fats (found in fish, flax seeds, vegetables, free range chicken & cattle and seaweed) which decrease inflammations in the body that are believed to cause heart disease and cause possible cancers.

Learned why it is important to regulate your blood sugar.

Be wise to portion size by decreasing your portions and eating small frequent meals
Most Americans have a very distorted view of what a healthy portion size is.

Homework:

Print off weeks 6 and read it.

Read food labels carefully to know what is in the foods you are consuming and how many servings are in that one container.

Try and get more Omega 3 into your diet. Reducing your portion sizes will help too.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Healthy Carbs - Weight Loss Challenge Week 4

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:38:00 +0000

Healthy Carbs

Here are the highlights and the homework for my students:

- We went over the differences between "good" carbs and "bad" carbs.
> Pick Whole grain choices
> Pick lots of fresh fruits and veggies
- Recieved some great tips:
> Buy frozen fruits and veggies they are just as nutritious
> Use cooking spray instaed of oil
> NEVER grocery shop hungry
> Never wait to eat, have a snack even if you think it will "spoil" your dinner!
- Discussed ways to make your favorite recipes healthier.
- Learned why it is important to regulate your blood sugar.

Be Fit,

Todd
www.ToddCambio.com
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center