If you have tried those weight loss programs where you have to keep to a strict eating plan and follow a particular exercise regime you may have found it a bit of a struggle to keep going. Chances are...[read]
Ever wondered what a calorie is? The definition of a calorie is The amount of energy, or heat it takes to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water to1 degree Celsius. A calorie is a unit of energy tha...[read]
Many fad diets have come and gone over the years. Most are forgotten by all but those who might have lost weight, gained weight or been damaged by them. Some of these fad diets were so unhealthy that ...[read]
Did you know that the alcoholic drinks and cocktails that's being offered to you contain an incredible number of calories? If you are not careful, the party drinks can be an absolute killer for your w...[read]
Goals... ... and resolutions. Yes, it's that time of the year again. Why is it that every time Jan 1st comes around, everyone starts to think about their new resolutions for the year? Or perhaps new i...[read]
It is a common misconception that aerobic exercise tones and firms muscles. Actually it accomplishes very little toning and firming. Resistance exercise (weight training) is where real toning and firm...[read]
It's snowing here in Pennsylvania. The snow has covered the ground and the roads are getting slick. The falling snow is a sobering reminder that it is about to get real cold in the northeast! Many peo...[read]
Are you addicted to restaurants? So are lots of Americans. What used to be a treat, going out for dinner, has become more common that cooking at home, and we think we're better off? Think again. Resta...[read]
Your mood and food can trigger urges that can cause overeating. Eating for some people can be a way of suppressing or soothing negative emotions. These emotions could be stress, anger, anxiety, boredo...[read]
Not long ago I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and my doctor told me to lose weight or my life would be shortened by many years. Being overweight most of my life I knew it was time to get serious. ...[read]
Do you need some beginner's strength training 'how to' information? I know you must have tons of questions. I will try my best to cover most of the beginner questions with this article. Just remember,...[read]
Hippocrates once said, That which is used develops, and that which is not used wastes away. I like to believe that he is talking about strength training and its affect on osteoporosis. Strength traini...[read]
Your goal is to lose fat and tone up. You?ve read plenty of my other articles and know that I recommend a mix of 5 tools to create and sculpt the body of your dreams. Those 5 tools are nutrition, hydr...[read]
Strength training guides are available for every situation, but how do you know which is right for you? Strength training is not just for bodybuilders and weight lifters. It is for everyone who desire...[read]
So you've decided to strength train, but do you have a well rounded strength training routine? There are many books and programs out there that will dispense information, but the bottom line is that y...[read]
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