tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-373315492312723802024-08-30T11:53:54.442-07:00Workout tips on how to get fitness with diet tips for losing weight and training.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.comBlogger108125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-32013352362481552792012-06-09T14:54:00.000-07:002013-02-11T03:29:47.106-08:00<img alt="Salsa Shrimp Dip " src="/1237872710salsashrimpdip.jpg" width="200" /> <b>Nutritional Info</b> Calories: 160Protein: 5.0gCarbohydrates: 23.0gFat: 5.0g<b class="benefit">Other Dietary Information</b> Vitamin A 2 %DV Vitamin C 0 %DV Calcium 4 %DV Iron 8 %DV Preparation Time <b>10 min</b>Cooking Time <b>0 min</b>20 servings<br /> <b>Course</b><br /> Snack<br /> <b>Main Ingredient</b><br /> Seafood<br /> <b>Cuisine</b><br /> American<br /> <b>Dietary</b><br /> Low Fat<br /> <b>Occasion</b><br /> Dinner Party<br /> Comments (0) <br /> Very rich in flavor and contains a good-for-you ingredients that is perfect for the whole family!<br /> 4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese, softened 1 jar (16 oz.) TACO BELL? HOME ORIGINALS? Thick 'N Chunky Salsa 1 can (6 oz.) tiny shrimp, drained 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup sliced green onions WHEAT THINS Reduced Fat Baked Snack Crackers<b>1</b> BEAT cream cheese in small bowl with electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add salsa, beating until well blended after each addition. Stir in shrimp, celery and onions until well blended; cover. <b>2</b> REFRIGERATE at least 1 hour. <b>3</b> SERVE as a dip with the crackers. Back To Healthy Recipes <br /> <a href="http://www.fitness.com/recipes/672/salsa_shrimp_dip.php" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the original article here</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-59972252265780195012012-06-09T01:39:00.000-07:002012-06-09T01:39:00.171-07:00 <P><IMG alt=BodyBuilding src="/logo.jpg"><P></P><P><BLOCKQUOTE class="postcontent restore ">Trying to find a job via social networking is not tough anymore if you are at the right place with right pace. </BLOCKQUOTE>By j1r!!! in forum Teen Bodybuilding Replies: 1 Last Post: 08-19-2009, 12:03 AM By IceDragon in forum News, Politics, and Religion Replies: 9 Last Post: 09-08-2007, 12:15 PM You <STRONG>may not</STRONG> post new threadsYou <STRONG>may not</STRONG> post repliesYou <STRONG>may not</STRONG> post attachmentsYou <STRONG>may not</STRONG> edit your postsForum Rules</P>Members: 6,529<BR>Threads: 6,856<BR>Posts: 81,605<BR>Top Poster: 1quick1 (8,606)<BR>Welcome to our newest member, Ar7ur <P></P><br /><p><a href="http://bodybuilding.fitness.com/threads/56027-Social-networking?goto=newpost" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-27325409425202133682012-06-08T20:40:00.000-07:002012-06-08T20:40:00.903-07:00 <BODY readability="27"><P>I started this journey 14 months ago on this forum, then became majorly interrupted with family trauma. All of my focus shifted away from myself leaving  several kgs heavier than ever :(</P><P>Now a month after the last funeral and I'm able to start working on me again... (i'll admit I was worried I wouldn't find my login etc;) )</P><P>I was going to start a new journal rather than carry on here, but there isn't a lot of difference to make up, and I really did like the start that I had, still feel like I learned from it, internalized those changes, despite the "gap year"</P><P>I have a feeling like I'm just turning the page and continuing</P><P>I weigh now: 90.7kgs</P><P>I'd like to be 60kgs (at only 5' I could go further even, but I'll consider it once I'm there)</P><P>in the meantime I've been learning a lot more about exercise so I have a little more in my arsenal.</P><br /><p><a href="http://weight-loss.fitness.com/t/47696/the-cocoon-of-annemouse/40#post_830124" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-78927419580481281662012-06-08T16:29:00.000-07:002012-06-08T16:29:00.768-07:00 <IMG alt="View 7 Most Effective Exercises Slideshow Pictures" src="/featured-most-effective-exercises.jpg" width=79 height=79> <P>SATURDAY, May 12 (HealthDay News) -- Being healthy and losing weight are not only about crash diets, clothing sizes and numbers on the scale, experts say.</P><P>Incorporating fitness into your life can boost your confidence and make you feel better inside and out, said the experts, from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. </P><P>"Start by throwing away all clothing catalogs with skinny models in skimpy bikinis on the front," Beth Kitchin, assistant professor of nutrition sciences, said in a university news release. "Then buy a bathing suit that flatters your shape. Going to extremes for weight loss leads to yo-yo dieting and makes you feel bad about yourself."</P><P>"The goal is to be a healthy size for you, so focus your attitude and energy on becoming the best version of yourself and enjoy the journey to health," added Lauren Whitt, wellness coordinator at the university.</P><P>The UAB experts said it's important to shape up for summer safely, and offered the following tips on how to reach your weight-loss goals:</P><B>Be realistic.</B> Consult your doctor about how much weight you need to lose to be healthy, and then set up a timeline to meet that goal. You can safely lose up to 2 pounds per week, they said. <B>Don't overdo it.</B> Make just one lifestyle change each day, such as cutting out a soda or eating breakfast. "Taking small steps toward your goal will make it more attainable," Whitt said. "An early-morning meal with protein should keep you satisfied until lunchtime and help you resist high-fat, sugary mid-morning snacks." <B>Move more. </B>It's important to increase your activity level, the experts noted. Start slow and be consistent. List exercise as an event on your work calendar so you have a reminder. <B>Personalize your workout. </B>Although most people should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise each week, the workout you choose should suit your personality, the experts advised. "If you are a social person, try going to a group class like Zumba or step aerobics," Whitt said. "Conversely, if you are more into a solo workout, go with walking, running or even swimming. If you burn at least 250 calories through exercise and cut out at least 250 calories from food -- one 20-ounce bottle of soda -- you easily can lose at least 1 pound a week." <B>Don't skip meals.</B> A better way to reduce calories is to keep a record of your food intake for a few days. "You'll find out where extra calories are coming from," Kitchin said. <B>Make wise food choices.</B> Half of your meals should be fruits and vegetables, a quarter should be grains and the last quarter should be lean proteins such as poultry and fish. It's also important to choose low-fat and high-fiber recipes; limit your portions; skip sugary drinks; and opt for foods that are baked, braised, broiled, grilled, poached, roasted or steamed over those that are fried, buttered, creamed or breaded. <P>The experts said women should have no more than one alcoholic drink and men should have no more than two drinks per day. </P><P>"Alcohol tends to increase your appetite and provides calories without nutrients," Whitt said. "If you skip it altogether, you can reach your goals more easily."</P><P>An occasional treat doesn't mean you can't meet your weight-loss goals, the experts added. Getting in shape does not require perfection; just get back on track the next morning.</P><P>-- Mary Elizabeth Dallas <IMG border=0 alt=MedicalNews src="/healthdaylogo80x24.jpg" width=80 height=24>Copyright © 2012 HealthDay. All rights reserved. SOURCE: University of Alabama at Birmingham, news release, May 11, 2012</P><BR><br /><p><a href="http://www.medicinenet.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=158109&k=Exercise_and_Fitness_General" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-72602994934118246312012-06-08T11:50:00.000-07:002012-06-08T11:50:00.243-07:00 <IMG alt="Salsa Shrimp Dip " src="/1237872710salsashrimpdip.jpg" width=200> <STRONG>Nutritional Info</STRONG> Calories: 160Protein: 5.0gCarbohydrates: 23.0gFat: 5.0g<STRONG class=benefit>Other Dietary Information</STRONG> Vitamin A 2 %DV Vitamin C 0 %DV Calcium 4 %DV Iron 8 %DV Preparation Time <STRONG>10 min</STRONG>Cooking Time <STRONG>0 min</STRONG>20 servings<P><STRONG>Course</STRONG></P><P>Snack</P><P><STRONG>Main Ingredient</STRONG></P><P>Seafood</P><P><STRONG>Cuisine</STRONG></P><P>American</P><P><STRONG>Dietary</STRONG></P><P>Low Fat</P><P><STRONG>Occasion</STRONG></P><P>Dinner Party</P>Comments (0) <P>Very rich in flavor and contains a good-for-you ingredients that is perfect for the whole family!</P>4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese, softened 1 jar (16 oz.) TACO BELL? HOME ORIGINALS? Thick 'N Chunky Salsa 1 can (6 oz.) tiny shrimp, drained 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup sliced green onions WHEAT THINS Reduced Fat Baked Snack Crackers<STRONG>1</STRONG> BEAT cream cheese in small bowl with electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add salsa, beating until well blended after each addition. Stir in shrimp, celery and onions until well blended; cover. <STRONG>2</STRONG> REFRIGERATE at least 1 hour. <STRONG>3</STRONG> SERVE as a dip with the crackers. Back To Healthy Recipes <br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/recipes/672/salsa_shrimp_dip.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-19293333496476296342012-06-08T07:10:00.000-07:002012-06-08T07:10:00.087-07:00 <IMG alt="View 7 Most Effective Exercises Slideshow Pictures" src="/featured-most-effective-exercises.jpg" width=79 height=79> <P>WEDNESDAY, May 9 (HealthDay News) -- The pleasurable feeling known as "runner's high" that's triggered by aerobic exercise may have played a role in the evolution of humans' ability to run long distances, a new study suggests.</P><P>Runner's high is caused by the release of chemicals called endocannabinoids in the reward centers of the brain.</P><P>The researchers found that levels of these chemicals spiked in the blood of dogs and humans after a brisk run, but did not occur in ferrets after they exercised. Humans and dogs belong to a group of mammals built for endurance while ferrets are a sedentary species, the study authors noted.</P><P>In human volunteers, the boost in endocannabinoids after running was associated with an increase in positive emotional feelings.</P><P>"Aerobic activity has played a role in the evolution of lots of different systems in the human body, which may explain why aerobic exercise seems to be so good for us," study author David Raichlen, an assistant professor of anthropology at the University of Arizona, said in a news release from Eckerd College and the University of Arizona.</P><P>"These results suggest that natural selection may have been motivating higher- rather than low-intensity activities in groups of mammals that evolved to engage in these types of aerobic activities," he noted.</P><P>The study was published in a recent issue of The Journal of Experimental Biology.</P><P>-- Robert Preidt <IMG border=0 alt=MedicalNews src="/healthdaylogo80x24.jpg" width=80 height=24>Copyright © 2012 HealthDay. All rights reserved. SOURCE: Eckerd College/University of Arizona, news release, May 2, 2012</P><BR><br /><p><a href="http://www.medicinenet.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=158001&k=Exercise_and_Fitness_General" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-47859205056316064242012-06-08T03:37:00.000-07:002013-02-11T03:32:09.618-08:00<img alt="View 7 Most Effective Exercises Slideshow Pictures" height="79" src="/featured-most-effective-exercises.jpg" width="79" /> <br /> (HealthDay News) -- Walking is a great form of exercise and amusement. But the American Council on Exercise warns new walkers to start slowly and not to overdo it.<br /> Here are the council's recommendations:<br /> Start out with a short walk of about five minutes. Then gradually increase your time and distance.Don't walk too quickly; stick to a comfortable pace.Practice proper posture, with your head up and shoulders relaxed.Allow your arms to swing naturally.Breathe deeply, and slow down if you can't catch your breath.Don't move so vigorously that you can't talk while you're walking.<br /> -- Diana Kohnle <img alt="MedicalNews" border="0" height="24" src="/healthdaylogo80x24.jpg" width="80" />Copyright © 2012 HealthDay. All rights reserved. <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.medicinenet.com/guide.asp?s=rss&amp;a=158437&amp;k=Exercise_and_Fitness_General" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the original article here</a> Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-15855613504146983702012-06-08T00:06:00.000-07:002013-02-11T03:32:32.987-08:00 <STRONG>Nutritional Info</STRONG> Calories: 462Protein: 32.0gCarbohydrates: 58.0gFat: 14.0g<STRONG class=benefit>Other Dietary Information</STRONG> 5.8 g fiber 82 mg cholesterol 538 mg sodiumPreparation Time <STRONG>60 min</STRONG>Cooking Time <STRONG>25 min</STRONG>4-6 servings<P><STRONG>Course</STRONG></P><P>Brunch</P><P>Dinner</P><P>Lunch</P><P><STRONG>Main Ingredient</STRONG></P><P>Veggies</P><P>Beef</P><P><STRONG>Cuisine</STRONG></P><P>American</P>Comments (0) <P>Shepard's Pie consists of seasoned beef and vegetables that are topped with cheesy mashed potatoes and squash.</P>Meat and Vegetables 1 1/2 pounds (680 g) extra-lean ground beef 1 cup chopped yellow onions 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1 cup frozen peas-and-carrots blend 1 cup frozen or canned corn 2/3 cup reduced-sodium beef broth 2 tablespoons chili sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper Potato/Squash topping 2 pounds (908 g) Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks 2 cups (about 1/2 lb / 250 g) peeled and chopped butternut squash 1/2 cup light sour cream 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon salt Dash nutmeg Chopped fresh parsley for garnish, optional<STRONG>1</STRONG> Meat and Vegetables <STRONG>2</STRONG> The filling starts by cooking the beef, onions, and garlic in a large pot or skillet. This is accomplished using medium-high heat until the seasoned meat is no longer pink and onions are translucent. Paprika and thyme can be stirred in and cooked for 1 more minute. Add the peas, carrots and corn and mix the ingredients well. <STRONG>3</STRONG> Use either a medium bowl or measuring cup to whisk together the broth, flour, chili sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Then add these to meat and veggie mixture, adding some salt and pepper. Heat is then reduced to medium-low, letting it simmer for about 5 minutes. Expect the mixture to thicken slightly. Cover the dish and remove from heat while you prepare potato and squash topping. <STRONG>4</STRONG> Potato Topping <STRONG>5</STRONG> The topping is made by placing the potatoes in a large pot and covered with water using salt if desired. Boil the water and then add the squash. Cook these until they are tender, about 12 to 14 minutes. Drain the water. Sprinkle ? cup Parmesan over potatoes and squash. Cover the lid to allow the cheese to melt. After a minute, add the sour cream, salt and dash of nutmeg. Mash together well with potato masher. Minimize the lumps as best as possible. <STRONG>6</STRONG> To assemble casserole, the meat mixture is spread out evenly over the bottom of the casserole dish. The potato/squash mixture is then placed on top. Parmesean Cheese can be sprinkled on the top of potatoes. For 25 minutes, bake at 375?F. This is done until its bubbly around the edges and completely heated through. Remove from oven and if desired sprinkle on top some fresh chopped parsley garnish. Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes before it is ready for serving. 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Skipping breakfast can put your body into "starvation mode", causing your body to store your next meal as fat<BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><P>Is it easier to work out with a friend?</P><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><IMG alt="Advertise with us" src="/advertisewithus250.jpg" width=240 height=114> <BR class=clearfix><br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/fit_tips.php?id=35.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-62072182839346181432012-06-06T15:28:00.000-07:002012-06-06T15:28:00.380-07:00 <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>This is a great upper arm exercise that can be done with or without the balance pad. <BR class=clearfix><STRONG>1</STRONG> Sit directly in front of the balance pad with your knees bent. Place your hands on the balance pad about shoulder width apart, with your fingers pointing toward your buttocks. Lift your buttocks off the floor. <STRONG>2</STRONG> Keeping a straight back, exhale and bend your elbows until your buttocks barely touches the floor. Inhale and straighten your arms. <P>Repeat 10-15 times, rest, then repeat the exercise if desired. </P><IMG title="Triceps Dips on the Balance Pad" border=0 alt="Triceps Dips on the Balance Pad" src="/1298453442fitpaddips.gif" width=290> <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>Fitness.com can not be held responsible for any injuries which may occur as a result of these exercises, advice or recipes displayed on this website. Do not undertake any exercise program, diet or treatment provided by the site without professional or qualified supervision. 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With Shop Best Diets, you can read up on fat binders, thermogenics, popular diets, and the fat burning effects of ginseng and green tea.</P><P>Using Shop Best Diets to make your diet work for you means getting information from weight loss experts, calculating your BMI, and finding out about the best and worst of weight loss pills on the market.</P>Back To Articles <BR class=clearfix><br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/articles/1442/shopbestdiets.com.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-4386015577682942542012-06-06T07:41:00.000-07:002012-06-06T07:41:00.590-07:00 Dr. Marc Nimchuk, Jan 15 2012 <P>Recently a friend returned from a trip and brought me one of those energy/healing wrist bands as a gift, more so as a gag, since I had been questioning the fantastic claims that the producers make. This was a product that is similar to what you may have seen in the infomercials on television over the last year. The marketing wizards seem to have struck a nerve since these bands have become quite popular and I even saw some of the world junior players wearing them during games. Not surprisingly, the packaging on this product proclaimed that it would improve my balance, strength, flexibility and endurance. Quite a feat for a little piece of rubber with a couple of metallic looking stickers attached to it. I decided for this article I was going to dig a little deeper into these claims to see if there was any validity at all to any of it. I was not expecting to yield any results whatsoever.</P><P>A brief search on Google yields many results of the dubious muscle tests used on consumers to demonstrate the immediate difference the band makes. There are many videos on YouTube to show how the tests can be manipulated to yield the desired results. Power Balance; which is an Australian producer of one such product and likely one of the world leading producers has many prominent athletes endorsing their product and declaring how it improves their abilities. Recently, Power Balance was forced to remove any claims of increased strength, balance and flexibility from their packaging due to their inability to actually prove that the band was effective. A news report regarding this can be viewed here. This clearly has not slowed down the momentum of the company however, since in March 2011, Power Balance took over the naming rights to basketball arena where the NBA’s Sacramento Kings play, in a deal likely worth many millions. According to Wikipedia the financial situation for the company has now taken a turn for the worse. Power Balance’s legal troubles have now forced them into bankruptcy this past November; however, their website remains fully active as well as the naming rights to the arena.</P><P>Recently, some independent studies have taken to measure the relative effectiveness of the holographic wrist bands. Sadly for the companies these studies are clearly showing that there is no difference in strength, flexibility, and balance between their product and a placebo product. Two examples of these studies are here and here.</P><P>One of the more prominent recent products on the market is the iRenew bracelet which has had infomercials all over television in recent months. They utilize many of the familiar muscle and balance tests that have been used by other products and according to their website: “May promote balance, strength, endurance”. A medical doctor has also been used in the infomercials to endorse their products. iRenew claims that Selected Frequency Resonance (SFR) is the source of the benefits and that research studies have shown positive benefits and that further research is underway, yet no link to their research information is provided. The term Selected Frequency Resonance (SFR) appears to have no independent links and is a trademark term conjured up by the makers of iRenew. This bracelet however is SO helpful to its buyers that they want you to help spread the word and will send you two bracelets for the price of one as long you pay separate shipping. iRenew also has it prominently displayed on their website to actively avoid scam bracelets and make sure you purchase the real item. Additionally you can go to a webpage called: http://irenewscam.info/#back (be careful clicking on this!) which you would think is a site dedicated to disputing the claims, but is actually a site BY the makers of iRenew itself and is tough to navigate away from.</P><P><STRONG>The Bottom Line</STRONG></P><P>Placebo effect research has long been established and has actually been shown to be quite effective in medical research trials. Whether or not these bracelets rely on placebo effects or on persuasive marketing propaganda, celebrity endorsements, or dubious muscle and balance tests is not known. What is known however; is that the available research accessible demonstrates that the bracelets are ineffective. Also, the terms used by the companies such as Selected Frequency Resonance appear to be made up. With the price of these bracelets ranging up to $50 and higher, be aware that you are likely paying for nothing more than an expensive rubber band with a metal clasp or sticker.</P>Back To Articles <BR class=clearfix><br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/articles/1410/the_facts_behind_energy_bracelets.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-362473922206769352012-06-06T04:26:00.000-07:002012-06-06T04:26:00.104-07:00 Submitted by stroutman81, Jan 08 2012 Many experts and television advertisements lead you to believe that by doing specific exercises, you can target the fat on a particular part of your body for removal. This concept has come to be known as toning or sculpting. To put it simply, suggesting toning or sculpting is possible in this context is categorically false and that?s what we?re going to discuss in this article.</P><P>The typical exerciser is primarily interested in looking better. Granted, the ancillary benefits of improved health and performance are motivational. By and large though, the majority is most interested in or gets most excited by the idea of changing or improving the reflection in the mirror (this tends to change when we?re talking about athletes).</P><P>What can I say? Our culture is driven by sex and body image.</P><P>Before speaking specifically about toning, it?s important to mention whenever we?re training for a specific goal, have it be performance or physique based, we need an idea of how we?re going to track progress towards said goal. If we leave this part out, we might as well be shooting at a moving target while blindfolded. Rate of progress is what determines if an approach is working or not and signals us to modify the approach or continue with it.</P><P>The metrics used to measure progress will vary depending on the goal we?re training for. If we?re training to increase power, we might measure your vertical jump for example. If the height of your vertical jump is increasing over time, we can be confident that your power is increasing. If we?re training to increase endurance, we can measure the distance covered in a timed run for example. If you?re able to cover a greater distance in the same amount of time, it?s a good sign that your endurance is improving.</P><P>What metrics should we measure when it comes to improving physique?</P><P>Often times people primarily rely on the scale to measure progress. Unfortunately, this isn?t a very reliable method. To explain why, we need to look at what qualities we?re looking to improve when it comes to your physique.</P><P>Of course, we?re interested in losing fat. I haven?t encountered anyone whose idea of improving physique entails getting fatter, although I do not doubt that you can find such people out there if you search hard enough. If losing fat was all that we needed to improve physique though, this would be relatively simple.</P><P>What many people tend to overlook is the importance of preserving muscle. If we want to achieve the lean, athletic look we need to reduce our level of body fatness while preserving as much muscle as possible.</P><P>Simply losing weight is fine assuming your goal is to reach a particular number on the scale. That goal, however, seems quite lacking if you ask me. If your goal is to improve your body composition (ratio of muscle to fat) and thus the reflection in the mirror, you need to emphasize the importance of losing fat while maintaining (or even gaining) muscle.</P><P>If we lose fat without maintaining/increasing muscle, there?s a good chance we?re going to wind up as a lighter, yet still soft version of our former selves.</P><P>This is why the scale, when it comes to measuring progress of physique improvements, is a limited tool. While we?re mostly interested in losing fat while maintaining/gaining muscle, the scale is weighing fat, muscle, connective tissue, water, bowel matter, etc.</P><P>Don?t get me wrong ? people should certainly track weight. It's simply not something to solely rely upon. It's also important to disregard the short-term, day-to-day fluctuations in weight. We?re only concerned with the longer-term trends. If the scale goes up 5 lbs in a day, there?s really no cause for concern. There?s a physiological limit to how quickly we can add fat and muscle so day-to-day fluctuations have more to do with water balance than anything else.</P><P>How do we measure fat loss and muscle gain beyond using a scale?</P><P>Direct measurement can be challenging. Tools exist that allow us to measure the percentage of fat on our bodies. I?m sure some of you have heard of or seen these tools; calipers, hydrostatic weighing, DEXA scans, bioelectrical impedance analysis (digital scales that measure body fat as well as weight), etc.</P><P>The reliability and accuracy of these tools can be lacking, to say the least. The devices themselves have built-in degrees of error. Once you add in the degree of error stemming from the individual performing the assessment as well, you?re left with an estimation at best in most cases. I?ll also mention the leaner or fatter you are, the less reliable this sort of testing is in general. Not to mention most clients simply don?t have access to such tools.</P><P>Knowing this, it should be obvious that you need to be relying on an array of tools to measure progress. This typically entails taking pictures every 2-3 weeks in the same light and clothing at the same time of day. You might consider tracking your body mass index (here's a great calculator from the mayo clinic: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bmi-calculator/NU00597). Measurements are a great tool as well ? you can take measurements of your arms, chest, abdomen, waist, hips, thighs and calves with a soft tape-measure every couple of weeks.</P><P>Adding all these metrics together provides us a good idea of what?s happening in terms of losing fat and gaining muscle.</P><P>To summarize, we know that to obtain the look most are shooting for (lean, athletic) we need to emphasize losing fat as well as maintaining/building muscle. We also know how to go about tracking progress towards these goals.</P><P>Coming full circle, the preponderance of slick marketing and outright lies would lead many to believe sculpting the body of our dreams is not only possible, but also likely if we simply utilize their secret program. Here?s the thing ? a lot of how the models used in marketing look is determined by factors outside their training and diet. We don?t have as much control over our final appearance as you might think.</P><P>What is within our power boils down to either adding muscle tissue or dropping body fat. What you look like after doing either or both of these depends entirely on your body and genetics.</P><P>For example, someone with shorter extremities isn?t going to obtain that long, lean look. Their muscles aren?t going to grow in length anymore than their bones, as our muscles are attached to our bones via tendons. I?m not suggesting this person couldn?t get lean ? I am suggesting they?re probably not going to look like the long, lean models used in some of these marketing pieces.</P><P>Knowing that it comes down to either building muscle or losing fat and knowing how to optimally do both would be useful.</P><P>I?ll knock fat loss off quickly for the sake of brevity. We know that fat loss requires a calorie deficit. Said deficit can come from eating less, moving more, or a combination of the both.</P><P>Another important point in the context of toning is our bodies lose fat in a genetically, predetermined pattern. If we?re in a caloric deficit, fat will be lost and the pattern of where fat is lost first and where fat is lost last is unalterable. All those crunches you see people doing in the gym in an attempt to ?cut? the fat on their midsections are pointless in the context of their goal.</P><P>Saying more on subject of fat loss is beyond the scope of this article.</P><P>The topic of building muscle can get very deep. In the context of this article, I?ll note that aside from complete beginners and/or individuals carrying a lot of fat, gaining appreciable muscle while dieting isn?t likely. The process of muscle growth is a costly process in terms of energy. By definition, if we?re dieting we don?t have enough energy coming in the door to preserve the tissue we currently have ? our bodies are not going to make matters worse by adding slabs of a metabolically-costly tissue like muscle in the face of an energy deficit. Maintaining muscle tissue while dieting is the hope; if we do in fact add some that?s just an added bonus.</P><P>Also by definition, if the goal is to get lean or more toned, we have to reduce body fat which in turn will expose the muscle we do have. This is the foundation of muscular definition. We all have rocking muscular bodies, it?s just some of us have more fat covering it than others.</P><P>Misleading information has fueled the idea that a specific way of exercising will magically sculpt the specific area of the body you?re targeting. With the above in mind though, we know that the muscle is either going to grow or it?s not. We don?t have the ability to transform fat into muscle.</P><P>The often held belief is that sculpting is accomplished by high repetition training with light weights lifted for many repetitions. High reps are associated with a burning sensation which many believe is contributing to the sculpting. Unfortunately, our physiology doesn?t work in such a way.</P><P>What the high-rep, low rest workouts do is burn calories. You can think of it as another form of cardio if you?d like. It?s not necessarily wrong, but it belongs more on the ?fat loss? side of the equation than it does on the ?muscle building/maintenance? side of the equation.</P><P>To optimally maintain or even grow some muscle while dieting, we need to provide a sufficient stimulus that increases over time. Doing nothing but light weight, high rep exercises limits the stimulus to a degree that?s below the threshold required for maintenance or growth.</P><P>An ideal plan of attack would include some traditional strength training, some calorie-wasting (metabolic) stuff, as well as a balanced and controlled diet.</P><P>Traditional strength training ? 3-5 sets of 5-12 reps using big exercises such as squats, deadlifts, pressing and pulling. Each rep should be done to a point just short of muscular failure assuming you?re comfortable with proper form. Each major muscle group is hit 2-3 times per week with 15-60 reps per session. This is the stuff that will provide the stimulus for muscle preservation/growth. Many neglect it since it doesn?t jack up your heart rate and doesn?t always break a sweat. They don?t understand the ins and outs of enhancing body composition though.</P><P>Metabolic training ? this can be thought of merely as additional support to your diet in terms of establishing a calorie deficit. It can come in many different packages ? high-rep/light- weight resistance training, moderate intensity steady state cardio, interval training, hiking, jumping rope, etc. Many rely solely on this form of training due to their misconceptions about toning. Theoretically you could leave metabolic training completely out and let diet take care of the energy deficit. The deficit will reduce your body fat and the traditional strength training will keep your muscle. That?s not a suggestion, merely something to reinforce the hierarchy of importance when it comes to training. I?ll note some ancillary benefits can be associated with this type of training beyond caloric expenditure but they are beyond the scope of this article.</P><P>The point is, we?re confined by what?s physiologically possible and this tends to drastically differ from the promises of most of the gimmicky products out there. Knowing this, our training must match what we?d like to see our bodies do in terms of change/adaptation. Secondly, even when we?re familiar with what?s possible in terms of physiology and how to train for said possibilities, we also must keep in mind that our genetics and bodies will dictate how we will look once we maximize fat loss and muscle gain more so than any method of training or dieting.</P>Back To Articles <BR class=clearfix><br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/articles/1294/i_want_to_look_like_that_cover_model.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-83130116767417635362012-06-06T02:47:00.000-07:002012-06-06T02:47:00.524-07:00 <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>A great exercise for toning the glutes (buttocks). <BR class=clearfix><STRONG>1</STRONG> Lie on your tummy on an exercise mat or on the floor. Place a Pilates ball between your ankles and place your forehead on your hands. Bend your knees approximately 90 degrees. <STRONG>2</STRONG> Pull your belly button toward your spine to engage your core. Squeeze your glutes and push the soles of your feet toward the ceiling, lifting your knees slightly off the mat. Avoid letting your low back arch excessively. <P>Repeat 8-12 times, rest, then repeat the exercise if desired. </P><IMG title="Glute Exercise with the Pilates Ball" border=0 alt="Glute Exercise with the Pilates Ball" src="/1298456173pilatesballbeinheben-in-bauchlage.gif" width=290> <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>Fitness.com can not be held responsible for any injuries which may occur as a result of these exercises, advice or recipes displayed on this website. Do not undertake any exercise program, diet or treatment provided by the site without professional or qualified supervision. Back To Exercises <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><IMG alt="Advertise with us" src="/advertisewithus250.jpg" width=240 height=114> <BR class=clearfix><br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/exercises/549/glute_exercise_with_the_pilates_ball.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-63512443456700330672012-06-05T23:41:00.000-07:002012-06-05T23:41:00.075-07:00 <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>A simple exercise for building buttocks/glute strength. <BR class=clearfix><STRONG>1</STRONG> Lie on your back on the floor or on a yoga mat. Place your feet on top of the Pilates ball, bending your knees to approximately 90 degrees. Your arms should be resting out to the sides. <STRONG>2</STRONG> Exhale and push into your heels to lift your buttocks off of the floor. Keep your core engaged at all times and avoid overarching your low back and also avoid shrugging your shoulders. Inhale and slowly lower your buttocks back to the floor, trying to keep your glutes engaged the whole way down. <P>Repeat 8-12 times, rest, then repeat the entire exercise if desired. </P><IMG title="Bridges on the Pilates Ball" border=0 alt="Bridges on the Pilates Ball" src="/1298456246pilatesballbridge.gif" width=290> <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>Fitness.com can not be held responsible for any injuries which may occur as a result of these exercises, advice or recipes displayed on this website. Do not undertake any exercise program, diet or treatment provided by the site without professional or qualified supervision. Back To Exercises <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><IMG alt="Advertise with us" src="/advertisewithus250.jpg" width=240 height=114> <BR class=clearfix><br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/exercises/547/bridges_on_the_pilates_ball.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-24162552742070984732012-06-05T18:45:00.000-07:002012-06-05T18:45:00.091-07:00 <BR class=clearfix><IMG title=Fit-o-Meter alt=Fit-o-Meter src="/fitometer.jpg" width=65> <P>Test your overall fitness in just 5 minutes!</P><BR class=clearfix><IMG title="BMI Calculator" alt="BMI Calculator" src="/bmicalculator.jpg" width=65> <P>BMI provides a simple numeric measure of a person's "fatness" or "thinness".</P><BR class=clearfix><IMG title="BMR Calculator" alt="BMR Calculator" src="/bmrcalculator.jpg" width=65> <P>Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the amount of energy expended while completely at rest.</P><BR class=clearfix>More Tools <BR class=clearfix>Eating healthy snacks during the day can help keep the your metabolism going all day and help stop the urge to eat in the evening<BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><P>Is it easier to work out with a friend?</P><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><IMG alt="Advertise with us" src="/advertisewithus250.jpg" width=240 height=114> <BR class=clearfix><br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/fit_tips.php?id=38.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-38257320272195270502012-06-05T15:00:00.000-07:002012-06-05T15:00:06.192-07:00 <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>A simple stretch for the hip flexors and buttocks that can be done anywhere. <BR class=clearfix><STRONG>1</STRONG> Kneel on an exercise mat with your right foot out in front of you. Keep your back straight - be careful not to lean forward or backward during this stretch. <STRONG>2</STRONG> Keeping your back straight, bend your right knee until you feel a stretch in the front of your left hip. You may also feel a stretch in your right buttocks. <P>Repeat with your left foot out in front. Hold for at least 20-30 seconds. Repeat at least twice for each leg. </P><IMG title="Hip Flexor and Buttocks Stretch" border=0 alt="Hip Flexor and Buttocks Stretch" src="/12923256420300.gif" width=290> <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>Fitness.com can not be held responsible for any injuries which may occur as a result of these exercises, advice or recipes displayed on this website. Do not undertake any exercise program, diet or treatment provided by the site without professional or qualified supervision. Back To Exercises <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix><IMG alt="Advertise with us" src="/advertisewithus250.jpg" width=240 height=114> <BR class=clearfix><br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/exercises/478/hip_flexor_and_buttocks_stretch.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-89180173969786224742012-06-05T10:25:00.000-07:002012-06-05T10:25:00.115-07:00 Tabata training is a form of interval training invented by Izumi Tabata in the 1990's. This specific protocol of interval training involves performing 20 second intervals of all-out intensity, followed by 10 seconds of rest. This cycle is repeated 8 times, making the entire interval workout last only 4 minutes. The short duration of this workout, coupled with the positive effects that its followers experience, are likely the main reasons for the Tabata method's rising popularity.</P>In a 1996 study, published in the Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, Tabata and his colleagues found that 7-8 bouts of ultra-intense (170% VO2max) cycling with 10 seconds of rest between each bout, 5 days per week for 6 weeks, resulted in in both aerobic and anaerobic energy system improvements. In comparison, a training regime involving 6 weeks of moderate intensity endurance training (70% of VO2max, 60 minutes per day, 5 days per week) resulted in improvements in aerobic capacity, but not in anaerobic capacity. The high intensity interval regime not only improved both energy systems, the aerobic improvement was larger for the Tabata-style group than the moderate intensity group.</P>Tabata training has been used mostly by athletes, but is quickly gaining popularity among the general population. The most commonly performed Tabata workouts involve running (or rather, sprinting) on a grassy field or a running track, either indoors or outdoors. Because of the intensity (high speed and/or incline) required, performing Tabata sprints on a treadmill would be difficult to perform properly and would likely be dangerous. Tabata-style workouts can be done in a variety of ways, such as on an exercise bike, in a pool, and even using a cross trainer or elliptical machine. More recently, it has been adapted into almost any type of circuit training (ie. pushups, burpees, squat jumps, etc.), as long as the exercise that you're doing requires you to “give it your all” for those 20 seconds.</P>Although it might seem tempting to replace all of your workouts with Tabata training, that might not be the best idea. A varied approach to your fitness is always ideal. Also, due to the exhausting nature of Tabata workouts, it is generally recommended to ease into it slowly, by performing extended warm-ups and by starting with one Tabata workout per week, and slowly graduating to two or three.</P>Some examples of Tabata workouts are:</P>5 minutes: warm up</P>4 minutes: 8 cycles of 20 seconds sprinting, 10 seconds rest</P>5 minutes: cool down</P>5 minutes: warm up</P>pushups for 20 seconds, 10 seconds rest</P>pushups for 20 seconds, 10 seconds rest</P>skipping for 20 seconds, 10 seconds rest</P>skipping for 20 seconds, 10 seconds rest</P>burpees for 20 seconds, 10 seconds rest</P>burpees for 20 seconds, 10 seconds rest</P>plank for 20 seconds, 10 seconds rest</P>plank for 20 seconds, 10 seconds rest</P>5 minutes: cool down</P>Back To Articles <BR class=clearfix><br /><p><a href="http://www.fitness.com/articles/1451/tabata_training.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16152311400989207577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37331549231272380.post-28727805534626570912012-06-05T05:41:00.000-07:002012-06-05T05:41:00.866-07:00 <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>This is a great way to improve your balance using a very versatile piece of equipment - the balance board. <BR class=clearfix><STRONG>1</STRONG> Place one foot on the balance board. Shift your weight so that most of your weight is on the foot on the balance board. Keep your knee slightly bent. <STRONG>2</STRONG> Engage your core and try to maintain perfect posture as you slowly pick up the foot that's still on the floor. Maintain your balance as you shift that foot to the front of your body. <P>Repeat slowly 5-6 times, then switch legs. </P><IMG title="Balancing on the Balance Board" border=0 alt="Balancing on the Balance Board" src="/1298452609balanceboarduebersteigen.gif" width=290> <BR class=clearfix><BR class=clearfix>Fitness.com can not be held responsible for any injuries which may occur as a result of these exercises, advice or recipes displayed on this website. Do not undertake any exercise program, diet or treatment provided by the site without professional or qualified supervision. 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