Everyone knows that one person that exercises and moves all day long, eats healthy, but can't seem to get the result they want. We all know why certain alcohols are good (such as wine) but what people aren't talking about is why it's bad. The most widely abused and most socially … [Read more...]
Hydrating Protein Shake Recipes – Chocolate, Peanut Butter, and Banana Shake
In a previous article we talked about unlimited benefits of coconuts. Not only are coconuts a good source of omega fats, they also contain water that's more hydrating then sports drinks! The water is also void of additive and excess sugars. Based on our pervious knowledge, … [Read more...]
Lose Weight with These Super Foods
The key to a successful weight loss is determination. If you are determined to do what is right and not just rely on fat burning pills and weight loss supplements then I can assure you that you’ll easily slip into your old pair of jeans. However, losing weight the healthy way necessitates … [Read more...]
Can You Wear The Bodybugg or Body Media on Your Leg – Indentation from bodybugg
I'll be the first to tell you that I have a love hate relationship with my bodybugg (also known as bodymedia). I love that i get information that can help me get lean but I hate that after wearing it for several months I get an indentation in my arm. As a trainer I LOVE this … [Read more...]
Yoga and Thyroid Function – Could This Move Increase Your Metabolism
Yoga has been used for flexibility and general health for thousands of years. As somewhat of a beginner myself, I'm still discovering all the benefits of yoga, inside and out. While training a client I spoke of my somewhat sluggish thyroid and my need to get more tests done. … [Read more...]
Correctly Timing Your Meals Could Make You Lose 29 Percent MORE Weight
For the last decade, trainers and fitness professionals have struggled with the validity of time and calories. Does it really make a difference what time you eat??? Should you follow the "don't eat after 6 pm" or was it don't eat "within 3 hours of going to bed?" If you're trying … [Read more...]
Hydroxycut Sprinkles – New Competition For Sensa
Hydroxycut has played a major role in the supplement world. Their marketing strategies have been so flexible that its managed to target multiple age groups that have spanned decades. Now, they are targeting the Sensa crowd by releasing hydroxycut sprinkles. Due to the huge success of … [Read more...]
Vitamin D – The Vitamins Vitamin
Vitamin D is beneficial in many ways. It's a mood enhancer, promotes calcium absorption, decreases inflammation, and many other benefits. However, among all the things we remember about vitamin D there is one VERY important fact that many people don't know. Vitamin D is the vitamin's … [Read more...]
A New Weight Loss Vaccine – No Way
As a society, we are losing the war against obesity. New research from the "Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology," may put that to a halt. A new weight loss vaccine could be on the horizon. The vaccine is not a medicine but rather a hormone blocker. The well known hormone, … [Read more...]
Training At Higher Altitudes Increases Growth Hormone
Athletes have taken advantage of training at higher altitudes for many years. However, they used this teqnique to increase their oxygen uptake and maximize their lung capacity. Now, new research is finding that increased altitude training can have a positive impact on human growth … [Read more...]
Jump Start Your Weekend With This Full Body Workout Routine
The stress of the week is slowing down so it's time to ramp up your workout! Make the most out of your time with this exercise routine below. These fitness tips will help you burn calories, lose body fat, and fire up your metabolism over the weekend. 12-15 Step Back … [Read more...]
Which Calorie Counter Is Worth Your Money? Compare the bodybugg, Jillian Michaels 360, Slim Coach, and Nike Plus Fuel Band
As a personal trainer, I was ecstatic when the bodybugg calorie counting device first came on the scene. It's been almost a decade now and large companies are now investing their money in creating their own. I have seen these devices work first hand. Heck, I'm even wearing mine as I … [Read more...]
