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The Truth About Abs, & How To Work Them |
| 7/11/2008 7:05:14 PM |
I always hear about upper abs and lower abs, and targeting "love handles"...etc, etc.
The truth is, nothing can really be "targeted". Abs are abs. There is no upper and there is no lower. The abdominal wall is one complete muscle that move is unison...uppper and lower. You have the obliques on the side, but essentially abs are abs.
Okay, so what is... Read More |
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Lipo-Dissolve...An Economical Alternative To Liposuction. |
| 6/24/2008 5:52:20 PM |
| There is a new cream on the market, available through trainers, that actually dissolves fat! MesUnique (Lipo-Dissolve) is a revolutionary new cream, and I have seen its effects first-hand! It is not a miracle cream. It does not get rid of fat if you don't help it get rid of fat - you must follow a fitness training program and concentrate on your meal planning. May sound... Read More |
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Stay Cool. Stay Fit. Stay on Track With Your Fitness Training! |
| 6/23/2008 12:48:35 PM |
This time of year, no matter where you live (unless it is the Arctic) it is hot, and battling the heat can be tough on the body thus leaving no motivation to keep the body in shape. Here are a few things you can do to stay cool and stay fit throughout the summer heat:
1. Drink Plenty of Water - The key to cool is hydration. Your body's natural cooling mechanism is sweating... Read More |
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How To Get a Workout When You Can't Leave Your Office! |
| 6/16/2008 9:45:04 PM |
We are all "activity-rich" and "time-poor" and when push comes to shove we often times choose staying at work for an extra hour over getting to the gym. But not so fast! Staying at work may be necessary, but getting out of your workout may not be so easy after you read these easy ways to work your muscles...
1. Shoulder Blade Squeezes - Sit straight up in... Read More |
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In The End, is "The Biggest Loser" a Winner or Loser? |
| 3/3/2008 10:15:34 PM |
| "The Biggest Loser" is a phenomenon, and has probably spawned many people to start fitness training and concentrate harder on meal planning. With the regular TV shows, and the grass-roots "Biggest Loser" contests you see popping up all over the place, people are losing weight with this concept - But are they enjoying permanent... Read More |
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The Truth About Fitness Training to Burn Fat! |
| 2/26/2008 9:05:30 PM |
| A lot goes into what makes your body burn more fat, but putting genetics and diet aside and placing everyone on a level playing field - people place too much emphasis on cardio to change their body composition. Having been in the personal training industry for 25 years I have seen all types of exercise plans to try and burn fat...people believe... Read More |
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Online Fitness Training Offers "No Excuses!" |
| 2/19/2008 8:52:04 PM |
| I recall about 5 years ago when online fitness training was just coming on to the scene, but there wasn't much of a market for getting exercise plans off of the internet. Now personal training is offered along with weekly meal planning for a micro-fraction of what you would pay in-person!! To be quite honest, nothing replaces someone there with... Read More |
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You Could Gain 52 Pounds This Year - See How! |
| 2/13/2008 9:46:09 PM |
Check this out! See how a night out with your Valentine could spark you to take extra time on your fitness training routine the next day!!! Thank god this holiday only comes once per year!
Box of See's Chocolate Candy - 1600 Calories
6 oz steak, potato, steamed veggies - 690 Calories
Glass of Wine - 130 Calories
Tiramisu - 890 Calories
Grand Total... Read More |
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How You Can Achieve Permanent Weight Loss! |
| 2/12/2008 8:57:52 PM |
The word phrase "permanent weight loss" implies "for a lifetime", right? So why do millions of Americans spend billions of dollars per year on fad diets, fat reducing pills, and gizmo exercise machines?
Instant gratification. Plain and simple, people want change, and they want it now...but can you blame them? We get everything... Read More |
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Personal Training - The Choice is Not Rocket Science! |
| 2/6/2008 10:11:50 PM |
I read an article recently titled "Tips To Help Pick a Personal Trainer". The author spoke about education, motivation, and accountability as the key components to look for in a trainer. Having been in the personal training business for 25 years, I think a lot of people over-analyze the process when choosing personal training.
Forget... Read More |
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Our Troops Are More Important Than Our Own Kids! |
| 2/4/2008 9:42:43 PM |
It's true! We are putting more value in those protecting our country, than we do in those who are the future of our country! Why, you ask? Here is a paragraph from a recent article about the fitness training standards being raised at Fort Lewis:
"The post has gone back to basics for physical fitness training. A bright red line has been... Read More |
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Ever Get Tired During The Middle of The Day? |
| 1/31/2008 9:09:49 PM |
I don't ever like to single someone out, but the other night one of my employees at our fitness center did something that I just have to share with you. The only reason I really want to share this with you is because I know you have experienced the same thing, and I know I can help you feel better.
Sometimes we make poor meal planning choices, and... Read More |
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Don't Fall For The "Hollywood" Diet!! |
| 1/31/2008 1:39:56 PM |
I recently ran across a copy of US Magazine - January 14, 2008...the headline grabbed my attention "2008's Diets That Work! Stars reveal the best ways they get thin fast" Could be interesting? And certainly relevant to what I do everyday...let's take a look!
Debi Mazar (don't know her but apparently a big screen actress??) - lost 80 pounds!... Read More |
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Your Kids Are Growing OUT Not UP!! |
| 1/29/2008 7:49:55 PM |
| We all say the world is getting lazier, and statistics prove that people engage in fewer exercise plans, and veer from optimum nutrition on a daily basis! But the youth of the world need to be educated, they need to understand the implications of poor nutrition and less fitness training. Take a look at the following stats, and you decide if we... Read More |
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Fitness Training Is Medicine...Now Doctors Agree!! |
| 1/28/2008 9:59:20 PM |
"WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Medical Association (AMA) today launchedExercise is Medicine™, a new program designed to encourage America’s patients to incorporate physical activity and exercise into their daily routine.Exercise is Medicine™calls on doctors to prescribe exercise to... Read More |
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I'll Take a Laptop Cradle & an Internet Connection With My Treadmill Please... |
| 1/25/2008 5:56:07 PM |
In the fast-paced world of the new millenium, people want things done quickly and efficiently. Society has taken multi-tasking and Super-Sized it - PDA's to organize their schedule; Phones with Wi-Fi capability to access the internet; MP3 players to download music and books - Or a PDA-Phone-MP3 Player All-in-One!
Fitness Training is no different. I... Read More |
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What is Your Motivation Level? |
| 1/18/2008 8:09:26 AM |
| We are all motivated by various factors...some internal, some external. Some things excite you and others bore you to sleep! In my years of experience in the personal training industry I have found that motivated individuals SUCCEED and non-motivated individuals fail with exercise plans. So what is your motivation level? And more importantly,... Read More |
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