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- Ready, Set, Slow - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Debi SilberWhen it comes to lasting weight loss, slow and steady wins the race. Although many people take on the latest diet program, quick fix or promise of immediate results, most only find themselves right back where they started in a relatively short period of time. In fact, most people who take ...
Views: 11(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Which Whey to Go - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Byron RichardsIn the world of dietary supplements and functional foods there are many choices in terms of product quality, and whey protein is no exception. This is especially true when a used-car sales pitch is used in an effort to make products look and sound far better than what is actually under the hood. ...
Views: 14(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Want Weight Loss Success? Take these six steps first! - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Debi SilberAre you ready to make some changes in your life? Do you have challenges in any of these areas? * Nutrition * Fitness * Stress control * Emotional health * Relationship wellness * Spirituality You don't have to wait until New Year's Eve to make significant changes in your life. ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - Win the Battle! Conquer Holiday Weight Gain - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Wendy StollIt’s that time of year again. Soon you’ll be surrounded by pies, cakes, cookies, and candies. Your willpower will be pushed and tested to extremes. The average person will gain 5-15 pounds during the holidays. Lack of time leads to more stress, less physical activity, and unhealthy eating ...
Views: 22You must read the article to rate it. - Maximize Your Workouts Effectiveness - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Wendy StollWhether you’re new to working-out, you’ve hit a plateau, or you’re bored with the same old routine; try these tips to get the most out of your exercise sessions. Cardiovascular: 1) Use your arms on the treadmill or elliptical machine. If you’re holding on to the handrails of cardio ...
Views: 31(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - No Pain no Gain - True or False - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Danielle VindezWikipedia tells us that suffering, or pain, “is an individual's basic affective experience of unpleasantness and aversion associated with harm or threat of harm”. The threat can be physically or emotionally provoked, and physically or emotionally experienced, or both. Delayed onset muscle ...
Views: 18You must read the article to rate it. - 3 Smoking Hot Tips To Build Up Muscles And Look Like Brad Pitt! - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Tim ryanOk, so you want to get build up muscles, you want to look like a Brad Pitt in the movie 'Troy' so you can get heaps of attention from the ladies on the beach or too impress your mates. You are ware of the basics of muscle building but you are after something extra to give you that edge to gain even ...
Views: 39You must read the article to rate it. - Verkhoshansky & Siff's Supertraining Review - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Tony SchwartzThe latest edition of the sport science classic "Supertraining" by Prof. Yuri Verkhoshansky and the late Mel Siff is set to be released on September 15, 2009. This will be the first new edition of the book since 2003. This book has been often referred to by strength coaches and sport scientists ...
Views: 44(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Common Gym Mistakes and How to Avoid Them - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Louis RichardFor someone who just started exercising, the right guidance is critical. If you are a newcomer, the first thing you want to do is exercise in a safe and effective fashion. Many individuals avoid the gym due to the fear of making a mistake in public. For the weight room rookie, there is nothing more ...
Views: 26You must read the article to rate it. - You are what you... - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Debi SilberMany of us have heard the saying “we are what we eat”. Basically this means that if our diets are made up of fast food, takeout, foods high in sugar, high in fat, if we drink too much or if we consider our children’s leftovers a decent meal, we can’t really be surprised if our body ...
Views: 46(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Pleasure vs. Pain - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Anthony D'AlessandroWhen I listen to a speaker, even if I get just one or two things from them, it’s a success. I don’t expect you to do everything I say, just take the things that work for you. Take a few nuggets and apply them to your life and you’ll start seeing dramatic results. Now the name of this ...
Views: 47(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Measuring Movement : The Best Kept Secret in Improving Athletic Performance? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Eric Dagati“How did you know that?” asks David, an aspiring young Bergen County track athlete, in astonishment. He wonders in amazement how his trainer, Eric D’Agati, knew his left calf was significantly tighter than his right. “I had a 50/50 shot,” Eric jokes, when in reality he is going over the ...
Views: 46(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - When Your Client Just Won't Lose Weight - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Celeste HackettThis article is for anyone who helps others lose weight as a profession. You may be a coach, nutritionist, dietician, personal trainer, nurse, EFT practitioner, doctor, therapist or even a hypnotist. No matter how you implement your program for your clients, I think you’ll find this ...
Views: 46(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Pleasure vs. Pain - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Anthony D'AlessandroWhen I listen to a speaker, even if I get just one or two things from them, it’s a success. I don’t expect you to do everything I say, just take the things that work for you. Take a few nuggets and apply them to your life and you’ll start seeing dramatic results. Now the name of this ...
Views: 45(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Good Form, Bad Workout? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Clint PhillipsGood Form, Bad Workout? by Chicago Personal Trainer Clint Phillips www.chicagopersonaltrainer.com Many beginning exercisers are concerned about using proper form when working out. We have all heard about the evils of using bad form. In general, form is important BUT - don't sacrifice your ...
Views: 32(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Why Leg Raises Contribute to Back Pain - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Dr. Len LopezAbout 30 years ago we learned that straight legged sit-ups were bad for us because it caused back pain. But aren’t lying or hanging leg raises the same thing as the straight legged sit-ups – done in reverse? Aren’t we using the same muscles, whether we raise our legs and keep our upper body ...
Views: 54(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 7 Easy Ways To Build Muscle Mass - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Tim ryanDepending on where you look there is a lot of great information out there on how to build muscle up. However provided here are a few seldom mentioned tips that can certainly aid you in your quest for muscle mass. Here they are: Try drinking green tea. This can inhibit the enzyme that inhibits ...
Views: 51(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Build Muscle Up Fast: You Are One Secret Away From Massive Gains! - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Tim ryanSpending hours in the gym to build muscle up and not making progress? Brilliant news! There is every chance that there is just one reason stopping your from masive gains. this knowledge alone will help you enormously in your attempts to build muscle up. For most begiiner bodybuilders and some ...
Views: 62(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Get Big Fast without Juicing - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from James EvansThe temptation to use steroids is often irresistible to young men surrounded by “roiders” prowling the gym and strutting their stuff with their artificially-enhanced muscles, bulging veins, and inflated egos. It seems that everyone wants to get bigger and stronger faster without devoting the ...
Views: 54(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Add an Inch to Your Arms in 30 Days or Less! - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Tim ryanThere are many reasons that people want to build muscle mass on their biceps. For the majority of people going to work is all about wearing a shirt and tie. This of course means that only your biceps are really visible. Perhaps this is one reason why there is such a fascination in getting big ...
Views: 58(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Identifying Opportunity - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Darrell Morris“Success always comes when preparation meets opportunity” ~Henry Hartman Change happens. It’s a given, particularly in business. If its not your market, it’s your customers’ needs and preferences, or the technology and equipment you use, or your sales channels, or the way you ...
Views: 56(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How To Eat To Build Muscle At Fast Food Joints - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Tim ryanKeeping down two jobs, meetings to attend, kids to pick up from school and such like there are so many distractions, time constraints and pressures that if we are not vigilant can only lead to one thing... {not enough time to plan and organise your meals}. If you are anting to pack on muscle then ...
Views: 65(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - UberAwareness - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Jo-Anne CutlerWaking up a few days ago, who would have guessed that it would be my last normal morning; that this could happen to my fit, athletic and what I considered to be a very co-ordinated body…but it was...and it did! I often get bursts of inspiration and creativity when I get home from my runs and ...
Views: 63(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - What Can I Do To Build Muscle And Burn Fat? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Tim ryanThe goal of the majority of gym users is to build muscle and to lose fat simultaneously. Often a newbie to bodybuilding will say that their goals is to build muscle and burn fat. here we will talk about ways to go about chieving this. So, is it actually possible to build muscle up and burn ...
Views: 56You must read the article to rate it. - Bad Muscle Building Habits To Be Avoided - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Tim ryanDeveloping good habits is crucial to build muscle up on a long term basis. It is highly important to be consistently doing the right things if you want to keep building muscle. Unfortunately often people get into bad habits without thinking about the danger they are risking or about how much they ...
Views: 83(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Build Muscle Up: Three Things You Absolutely Must Do - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Tim ryanJust as a tree cannot grow with out sufficient water, sunlight and soil no matter what else you give it, to build up muscle your body also has several things that you absolutely must provide it with in order to grow. No amount of fancy exercise equipment, supplement or outfit will allow you to grow ...
Views: 126(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Fueling Your Body for Peak Performance and Optimal Health - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Roy VartabedianPeak physical performance is the goal of every athlete. Proper training is of vital importance to achieve this goal. But keep in mind that while exercise moves the body, food not only fuels the body but actually makes the body. We've all heard the analogy about needing to eat good food for ...
Views: 86(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Is Your Metabolism Burning the Wrong Fuel? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Dr. Len LopezThe biggest reason people struggle with fatigue and weight gain is because they are burning the wrong fuel! They’re burning carbs and proteins for energy instead of stored body fats. The body is designed to burn calories to produce energy. It does this by burning calories from the breakdown of ...
Views: 130(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Get Rid of Stress and Gain Body Strength at the Same Time, with Almost No Effort? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from deborah rissetBody building programs are not only used to increase your muscle mass. Many people use these programs in their own swimming pools as a way to relax. Anyone can try doing some aqua fitness exercises because they can improve your health and prevent heart illness. Any person can start their own ...
Views: 96You must read the article to rate it. - Hiring a Personal Trainer - Where Do You Start? - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from James EvansYou’ve been thinking about getting in shape forever and finally made the decision to join a health club – congratulations! Now what? You don’t know how to use the equipment and you haven’t the slightest idea of where to start. So, should you hire a personal trainer or try to figure ...
Views: 105You must read the article to rate it. - Self Improvement" 4 Part Special Feature, Part 1 - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Gustav JohannessonThe mind is extremely powerful. Most people don't realize the mental tools they already have. You can, and already have the faculty to visualize and surpass your own excellence. You've got to understand your mind in order to understand yourself. It's important for everyone to remind themselves that ...
Views: 93You must read the article to rate it. - Instructions for Taking Accurate Before & After Photos - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from David KeenanTAKE PHOTOS TO MEASURE PROGRESS FOR WEIGHT LOSS...MUSCLE BUILDING...OR PROPER POSTURE. * Follow these directions to assure a good documentation of all body areas. * It’s important to maintain the same conditions each time you take the photos. * Take follow-up photos about every 4 to 8 weeks for ...
Views: 125You must read the article to rate it. - Equine Assisted Life Coaching - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from veronica garrettThe reason that the horse makes such a wonderful Life Coach is that he inspires in us the excellence we need to succeed in our own personal lives...and the ENERGY to make it happen. Preparing horse and rider for a career in Life Coaching Once horse and rider have reached a certain level and feel ...
Views: 100You must read the article to rate it. - Developing Pilates Training Programs for Clients with Attention Deficit Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Aliesa George"I have a question about a client with Attention Deficit Disorder, ADD. She takes medication for it and sometimes it works better than others. I try to minimize distractions in and around the studio and I try to be very clear with my queing. Is there something I could be doing to focus her? ...
Views: 124(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Eight Great Reasons To Add Rowing To Your Workout Program for Cardio and Health - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Aliesa GeorgeYesterday I switched things up for my regular aerobic workout and did my cardio on the rowing machine. Whew…I forgot what a great whole-body workout you can get on a rowing machine. If you’re one to always head to the treadmill, bike, or elliptical machine - I’d encourage you to check out ...
Views: 137You must read the article to rate it. - Being a Personal Trainer - Is Now the Right Time? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Mik CowansThe health and fitness industry is bucking the trend of current unemployment fears by showing positive signs of growth, latest research has revealed. Despite the difficult economic climate, 2008 FIA State of the Fitness Industry figures has revealed a 2.6 per cent increase in the estimated market ...
Views: 102You must read the article to rate it. - A Practical Guide to Setting Setting Your Goals for a Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2009 from Tracy L. SpeightsStarting out on any project is hard, have you ever wondered or figured out why? For some of us it's really easy to START something new, but the problem is sometimes we don’t FINISH it. It is a well-known fact that many of us are able to start an activity but as we move along with it, we often ...
Views: 102(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Benefits of an Exercise Program - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2009 from Tracy L. SpeightsAlthough fitness and health have similar properties, they are, in reality, two very different concepts. While health refers to the absence of diseases, fitness refers to the degree of body functioning and the ability of the body to handle physical demands. The more efficient the body functions, ...
Views: 97You must read the article to rate it. - 3 Dimensional Personal Training: Success through Synergy - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesThe whole is greater than the sum of its parts. In the field of health and fitness, there are many effective techniques to help us achieve our optimal weight, appearance, and fitness level. When used in isolation, however, many such techniques provide only short-term results and often produce a ...
Views: 94You must read the article to rate it. - What Are The Advantages Of Working With A Personal Trainer At A Studio Over A Gym? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2009 from Mike DeiblerPersonal Training has become a popular service today. You can easily find a trainer to help you reach your fitness goals all over the place. You will see trainers working with gym members, teaching outside at beaches and parks, or you can even have a trainer visit you at your home to work. You ...
Views: 126You must read the article to rate it. - Maintenance Of The Troubled Lower Back With Precise Exercise. - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Rivak HoffmanBeing a professional personal trainer and medical exercise specialist ,in excellent physical shape doesn’t not exclude me from the possibilities of acquiring a lower back injury. I train an average of 5 days per week 90 minutes per day since the age of 13. If anything there are occupational ...
Views: 82You must read the article to rate it. - Don't Skip Breakfast To Cut Your Calories - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from mike FoleyWhen it comes to cutting calories, breakfast is often the first thing to go. But new research suggests that people who are successful at losing weight – and, more importantly, keeping it off – eat breakfast every day. Researchers from the Center for Human Nutrition at the University ...
Views: 87You must read the article to rate it. - Personal Training: Sometimes the - "Un-profession" - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Boyd MyersAlthough there are a select few personal trainers that strive to deliver above and beyond their clients' expectations, all to often the opposite is true. The true professionals in the business of health and fitness are sometimes hard to find. We've all heard personal training horror stories, but ...
Views: 103You must read the article to rate it. - So You Want To Become A Top Personal Trainer? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Boyd MyersThere are few jobs in today’s society where someone with a little more than a heartbeat can become financially successful. Unfortunately, far too many individuals in the aforementioned group believe that they can attain a certification to become a personal trainer and the money will start rolling ...
Views: 118You must read the article to rate it. - Personal Trainer Business Skills To Profit - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Jim O'ConnorThe most successful personal fitness trainers have a few common characteristics that propel them to a six figure personal trainer business. Being a personal fitness trainer myself, I have thought long and hard about the common personal training business success principles that propel the ...
Views: 117You must read the article to rate it. - The Best Muscle Building Secrets For Fast Recovery - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Tony SchwartzIf muscle building is your goal then you need to pay attention to your recovery. After all, this is where muscle is built. A great training program will put you on the right path, but if you don’t take measures for optimal recovery then don’t expect to be stronger or bigger at your next ...
Views: 165You must read the article to rate it. - Back Pain - All In The Mind? New Strategies To This Epidemic - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Craig BurtonThere's little doubt that today the Western World is in the midst of a back-pain epidemic. The numbers are staggering: there's an 80% chance that at some point in your life you'll suffer from severe back pain, and treating back pain costs about $26 billion annually in the US alone.1 You've ...
Views: 98You must read the article to rate it. - A 3D Approach To Anti Aging - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2008 from Craig BurtonThe other day I was talking a to lady friend about an anti-aging wonder pill: 'I know it's expensive but my friend's mum has been taking it for years and swears by it, I need to start early to really beat the wrinkles!' (don't worry guys, we know you feel the anti-aging pain too). Lets face it, ...
Views: 78You must read the article to rate it. - Get Ready For Summer!: Great Abs Start In The Kitchen - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2008 from Craig BurtonFor us in the Northern Hemisphere summer is around the corner and shedding the layers of clothes has begun. But for many it's also a case of extra winter baggage still hanging on, which sees a lot of people taking drastic measures like semi-starving themselves to fit into their bathing suits and ...
Views: 89You must read the article to rate it. - What Is The NBFE Really Doing? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from Daniel GaitaWhat is the NBFE really doing? The leading certification associations like the ACSM, and the NSCA, who require trainers to take a proctored written exam to become certified, did not want to equally recognize other organizations that would allow its customers to simply mail-in an exam to become ...
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