Editor's Note: Fitness author Jon Benson shared this letter with me and gave me permission to share it with you.
If I had to pick out the number one reason most people fail to achieve good results in the gym, guess what it would be?
Over-training. Exercising too much.
Sounds counter-intuitive, but trust me: It's quite real.
Folks write to me all the time and say...
"Jon, I don't get it. I cannot lose bodyfat and I'm running six days a week for an hour and training in the gym five days a week for 45 minutes!"
My answer back is usually:
"You are training 4x more than me, and I'm a fitness pro!"
Look, do you take 21 aspirin for a headache, thinking the more you take the faster your pain will go away?
No?
So why apply the same logic to fitness? Only a certain amount is required. Beyond that, you are spinning your wheels.
When I wrote 7 Minute Muscle, I exposed all the lies about training too long and why this is not the best way to achieve the results you want. Check it out if you want the facts.
One more thing: 75% of your progress will come in the kitchen, not in the gym or on the treadmill.
As for me, I would much rather eat smart and train less than train all the time and be forced to eat 6-8 times a day just to recover from it all.
That makes no sense to me at all.
You?
7 Minute Muscle <--- Less Is More!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Reasons to Avoid Certain Foods
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In this day and age, the consumption of certain foods and substances should be regulated or avoided altogether. The body can be depleted of nutrients through the use of substances like nicotine and alcohol, and through foods containing caffeine and sugars. This can cause hair loss and raised androgen production due to an increase in adrenal levels.
Foods rich in cholesterol and saturated fats should be eaten in moderation, as they have been linked to spikes in DHT levels. Hair loss has even been connected to the ingestion of table salt. You should not put any additional salt on your food, as even a typical diet already provides the daily recommended sodium value.
Aside from those who regularly eat seafood, you should only use salt with Iodine in it if you are using it to season while cooking. Iodine is an essential nutrient associated with hair growth, and can be found naturally, and in high levels, in seafood.
On the downside, too much iodine can cause Toxemia, a toxicity of the body, which can be partially characterized by psoriasis, eczema, seborrhea, and other illnesses related to hair-loss. There are no remedies for healing a toxic body except to eliminate oneself of impurities through healthy dieting and cleansing your system.
Fibrous diets can be beneficial in the process of body cleansing, and the use of Psyllium Husk (a natural supplement which helps add bulk to waste) and laxatives can aid in this process. You can find more information regarding this subject by reading the section titled Natural Hair Loss Remedies.
There are numerous reasons why a person may experience hair loss, but poor nutrition is certainly one of the more dominant. By choosing a healthy diet, hair loss associated with malnutrition can be reversed easily. Hair-loss related illnesses aside, eating healthier will help your whole body reach optimum functionality.
Many foods can lead to hair loss. Learn what foods can be detrimental to hair & how to avoid the pitfalls of hair loss.
Go to Dave's 10 minute method Hair Loss Book to get more information about their latest amazing offer - $176 worth of products FREE!
Fitness 365 - Avoid Certain Foods for Hair Loss
In this day and age, the consumption of certain foods and substances should be regulated or avoided altogether. The body can be depleted of nutrients through the use of substances like nicotine and alcohol, and through foods containing caffeine and sugars. This can cause hair loss and raised androgen production due to an increase in adrenal levels.
Foods rich in cholesterol and saturated fats should be eaten in moderation, as they have been linked to spikes in DHT levels. Hair loss has even been connected to the ingestion of table salt. You should not put any additional salt on your food, as even a typical diet already provides the daily recommended sodium value.
Aside from those who regularly eat seafood, you should only use salt with Iodine in it if you are using it to season while cooking. Iodine is an essential nutrient associated with hair growth, and can be found naturally, and in high levels, in seafood.
On the downside, too much iodine can cause Toxemia, a toxicity of the body, which can be partially characterized by psoriasis, eczema, seborrhea, and other illnesses related to hair-loss. There are no remedies for healing a toxic body except to eliminate oneself of impurities through healthy dieting and cleansing your system.
Fibrous diets can be beneficial in the process of body cleansing, and the use of Psyllium Husk (a natural supplement which helps add bulk to waste) and laxatives can aid in this process. You can find more information regarding this subject by reading the section titled Natural Hair Loss Remedies.
There are numerous reasons why a person may experience hair loss, but poor nutrition is certainly one of the more dominant. By choosing a healthy diet, hair loss associated with malnutrition can be reversed easily. Hair-loss related illnesses aside, eating healthier will help your whole body reach optimum functionality.
Many foods can lead to hair loss. Learn what foods can be detrimental to hair & how to avoid the pitfalls of hair loss.
Go to Dave's 10 minute method Hair Loss Book to get more information about their latest amazing offer - $176 worth of products FREE!
Fitness 365 - Avoid Certain Foods for Hair Loss
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Low Pressure Sex
How Does Blood Pressure Impact Sex Live?
Anyone with a history of high blood pressure in their family knows what devastation it can wreak. It carries with it a mishmash of health risks, many of them serious, like tripling the risk of dying from a heart attack, quadrupling the risk of dying from a stroke, doubling the risk of congestive heart failure and tripling the risk of developing kidney disease.
But if our very lives weren't enough for high blood pressure to be in the top five of our "Health Issues to Be Concerned About" lists, then how about the lives of our marriages and relationships?
High blood pressure has a significant impact on a couple's sex life. Sex is a crucial part of any relationship, and when a loving couple is not having it at least on a semi-regular basis, more often than not, the relationship sours faster than curdled milk.
The reason high blood pressure affects the average sex life all boils down to blood flow. Due to the narrowing of the arteries that high blood pressure creates, it diminishes a man's ability to have an erection -- never mind maintain one -- as there's less blood flowing to the penis.
To rectify this situation, the average guy heads to his doctor, reluctantly tells him or her about his issues "down there," and the doctor prescribes him with some form of hypertension med -- usually an alpha or beta-blocker.
Problem solved, right? Not exactly.
While your blood pressure levels might lower incrementally, your sex drive will lower incrementally as well -- the very opposite of what you want to have happen.
This isn't some theory concocted by so-called natural health "whack jobs," mind you. Well-respected news organizations and medical information outlets -- like ABC News and the Mayo Clinic -- corroborate this. In an ABC News webcast on Feb. 7 of last year, Dr. Domenic Sica, chairman for Clinical Pharmacology and Hypertension at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, said this:
Given this, if you'll pardon the cliche, how does one kill two birds with one stone? How does one lower their blood pressure and improve their love life at the same time? Or is that even possible?
Absolutely it's possible, and you can learn how to do it all-naturally.
Bestselling authors Frank Mangano and Jon Benson have developed an easy, all-natural way to lower your blood pressure and improve your sex life at the same time. They weren't sure this was possible, but after months of research and hordes of emails from people on how their system worked for them, they don't just think it's possible, they know it's possible!
Let me prove it to you.
Go here: Low Pressure Sex
I recommend you visit their website immediately, where you'll get a crash course on how this issue has affected me personally; more information on the links between what's 'down there' and hypertension; and most important of all, how you can improve the health of your body and your relationship...all-naturally.
Sincerely,
Anna
Sources: Health.Yahoo.com; AmericanHeart.org
Anyone with a history of high blood pressure in their family knows what devastation it can wreak. It carries with it a mishmash of health risks, many of them serious, like tripling the risk of dying from a heart attack, quadrupling the risk of dying from a stroke, doubling the risk of congestive heart failure and tripling the risk of developing kidney disease.
But if our very lives weren't enough for high blood pressure to be in the top five of our "Health Issues to Be Concerned About" lists, then how about the lives of our marriages and relationships?
High blood pressure has a significant impact on a couple's sex life. Sex is a crucial part of any relationship, and when a loving couple is not having it at least on a semi-regular basis, more often than not, the relationship sours faster than curdled milk.
The reason high blood pressure affects the average sex life all boils down to blood flow. Due to the narrowing of the arteries that high blood pressure creates, it diminishes a man's ability to have an erection -- never mind maintain one -- as there's less blood flowing to the penis.
To rectify this situation, the average guy heads to his doctor, reluctantly tells him or her about his issues "down there," and the doctor prescribes him with some form of hypertension med -- usually an alpha or beta-blocker.
Problem solved, right? Not exactly.
While your blood pressure levels might lower incrementally, your sex drive will lower incrementally as well -- the very opposite of what you want to have happen.
This isn't some theory concocted by so-called natural health "whack jobs," mind you. Well-respected news organizations and medical information outlets -- like ABC News and the Mayo Clinic -- corroborate this. In an ABC News webcast on Feb. 7 of last year, Dr. Domenic Sica, chairman for Clinical Pharmacology and Hypertension at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, said this:
"When you look at it, a number of the blood pressure medications we use are associated with the onset of male dysfunction. Now, that can be a diuretic, a beta-blocker, or so-called peripheral alpha beta-blocker -- those are three drugs commonly linked to male dysfunction."I'm not sure the link can be made any clearer; you name the hypertension drug, and it will adversely affect your sex life.
Given this, if you'll pardon the cliche, how does one kill two birds with one stone? How does one lower their blood pressure and improve their love life at the same time? Or is that even possible?
Absolutely it's possible, and you can learn how to do it all-naturally.
Bestselling authors Frank Mangano and Jon Benson have developed an easy, all-natural way to lower your blood pressure and improve your sex life at the same time. They weren't sure this was possible, but after months of research and hordes of emails from people on how their system worked for them, they don't just think it's possible, they know it's possible!
Let me prove it to you.
Go here: Low Pressure Sex
I recommend you visit their website immediately, where you'll get a crash course on how this issue has affected me personally; more information on the links between what's 'down there' and hypertension; and most important of all, how you can improve the health of your body and your relationship...all-naturally.
Sincerely,
Anna
Sources: Health.Yahoo.com; AmericanHeart.org
Monday, February 28, 2011
How To Cook Grains To Lose Fat
Are you like me and have a hard time with eating beans and grains, despite the fact they're supposed to be 'healthy'?
Do you gain fat when you eat even "non-refined" healthy carbs like brown rice?
I did -- until recently.
Here's your mid-week tip:
Soak all grains and legumes for 24 hours prior to cooking them.
Don't worry -- they taste the same. They're even more fluffy. But, more important than that -- they are now "lectin-free"...or 90% there.
What are lectins?
Lectins are protein and protein-family substances that love to bind to stuff and mess with your body's cellular structure.
The have a nasty habit of rendering even the most healthy of foods (almost always plant-based) very unhealthy for you to consume.
This does not have to be.
Simply soaking brown rice and legumes (beans) in water for 24 hours, according to food allergy researcher Dr. David Freed, causes the lectins in both foods to be destroyed 10 minutes into cooking.
This will not happen if you cook grains normally.
This is why you may be sniffling or having a hard time with "good carbs" in your diet. There are other reasons, but I've found this to be the ace in the hole.
Try it and see if your grains don't go down better.
Want more tips like this, as well as the 5 Steps that are guaranteed to make any Food plan (die-t...spelled that way because look at the first three letters...this plan is not a death sentence!) --
- 5 times easier
- 5 times faster (as fast as possible to shed fat in a healthy way)
- 5 times more powerful (something you can manage for life!)
Go get "Simply Eat!' today --
Sincerely
Anna
Fitness 365 - Simply Eat
Do you gain fat when you eat even "non-refined" healthy carbs like brown rice?
I did -- until recently.
Here's your mid-week tip:
Soak all grains and legumes for 24 hours prior to cooking them.
Don't worry -- they taste the same. They're even more fluffy. But, more important than that -- they are now "lectin-free"...or 90% there.
What are lectins?
Lectins are protein and protein-family substances that love to bind to stuff and mess with your body's cellular structure.
The have a nasty habit of rendering even the most healthy of foods (almost always plant-based) very unhealthy for you to consume.
This does not have to be.
Simply soaking brown rice and legumes (beans) in water for 24 hours, according to food allergy researcher Dr. David Freed, causes the lectins in both foods to be destroyed 10 minutes into cooking.
This will not happen if you cook grains normally.
This is why you may be sniffling or having a hard time with "good carbs" in your diet. There are other reasons, but I've found this to be the ace in the hole.
Try it and see if your grains don't go down better.
Want more tips like this, as well as the 5 Steps that are guaranteed to make any Food plan (die-t...spelled that way because look at the first three letters...this plan is not a death sentence!) --
- 5 times easier
- 5 times faster (as fast as possible to shed fat in a healthy way)
- 5 times more powerful (something you can manage for life!)
Go get "Simply Eat!' today --
Sincerely
Anna
Fitness 365 - Simply Eat
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Reversing The Aging Process
Practical Life Extension
What Modern Science Says About Reversing The Aging Process
There's an old proverb that rings with wit and reason: "Everyone wants to go to heaven but no one wants to die." So why do we want to live forever? According to Dr. Sanjay Gupta, author of "Chasing Life" and CNN's Senior Medical Corespondent, we do not.
The real quest isn't eternal life on earth according to Gupta, but rather an exceptional life.
While interviewing the foremost authorities on anti-aging and life extension, Dr. Gupta discovered three "universals" -- three principles that each researcher deemed critical to extending our lives naturally and empowering us to live exceptionally. They are:
1. Weight training
2. Good nutrition
3. Positive thinking and having purpose
Jon Benson, author of "Fit Over 40", explores each of these in great detail, as well as asking 52 men and women how they have managed to slow the hands of time down to a crawl. Benson does not waste time with hype and hypothesis. He focuses on real-world examples and applications we can all use to slow down the aging process and help prevent and reverse the conditions that can lead to disease.
Discover more today at Fit Over 40
You too can live a longer, more exceptional life by simply adopting a smart, realistic and enjoyable lifestyle fitness plan. And if science just happens to catch up with Father Time, you'll be many steps ahead of the curve.
Fitness 365 - Fit Over 40
What Modern Science Says About Reversing The Aging Process
There's an old proverb that rings with wit and reason: "Everyone wants to go to heaven but no one wants to die." So why do we want to live forever? According to Dr. Sanjay Gupta, author of "Chasing Life" and CNN's Senior Medical Corespondent, we do not.
The real quest isn't eternal life on earth according to Gupta, but rather an exceptional life.
While interviewing the foremost authorities on anti-aging and life extension, Dr. Gupta discovered three "universals" -- three principles that each researcher deemed critical to extending our lives naturally and empowering us to live exceptionally. They are:
1. Weight training
2. Good nutrition
3. Positive thinking and having purpose
Jon Benson, author of "Fit Over 40", explores each of these in great detail, as well as asking 52 men and women how they have managed to slow the hands of time down to a crawl. Benson does not waste time with hype and hypothesis. He focuses on real-world examples and applications we can all use to slow down the aging process and help prevent and reverse the conditions that can lead to disease.
Discover more today at Fit Over 40
You too can live a longer, more exceptional life by simply adopting a smart, realistic and enjoyable lifestyle fitness plan. And if science just happens to catch up with Father Time, you'll be many steps ahead of the curve.
Fitness 365 - Fit Over 40
Friday, February 25, 2011
How Can I Regrow My Hair?
Hair recession or baldness is one topic that many would not like to discuss. But closing your eyes to the fact will not make it go away. If you really want to deal with the problem, you will need to face it head on and learn more about the why hair loss occurs and the various ways that you can use to deal with the problem.
A deeper understanding will be your key to regrowing your hair and eliminating the fears associated with it. So, want to learn the real answer regarding the question of “how can I regrow my hair?” Here are a few things you might want to understand a bit further first.
Which type of hair loss are you experiencing?
There are many factors that can promote hair loss and while male pattern baldness is indeed the most common reason, the problem is in no way exclusive to men only as there are other factors that can cause hair loss even on women. Some factors that can promote hair loss may include:
Damage from too much perming, excessive coloring or bleaching.
Severe emotional or mental stress
Hormonal changes (in women)
Traction alopecia
Parasites
Autoimmune diseases and others…
Finding out exactly which of these problems you’re having will be detrimental to finding the right solution for your problem and will serve as an essential and necessary first step.
There are many possible solutions that you can find to regrow your hair as well. The solutions can range from the simplest up to the most technologically advanced methods. Laser therapy, transplants, steroidal injections, Propecia, Minoxidil, etc. – you might already be familiar with some of these products or methods because you might have already tried one or two of them.
The problem with this is the fact that not many of them can guarantee you full effects. Some even have damaging side effects that can further worsen the pain that you are feeling. But do not lose hope; there is still another avenue for hair regrowth that you might have missed – the natural route.
There are actually many herbal and naturally developed products that have been known to work quite well for individuals experiencing hair loss and it might just be the answer to your question of “How can I Regrow my hair.” If you would like to know more about these types of products, one good guide you can get more information from can be found at totalhairregrowth.com
A deeper understanding will be your key to regrowing your hair and eliminating the fears associated with it. So, want to learn the real answer regarding the question of “how can I regrow my hair?” Here are a few things you might want to understand a bit further first.
Which type of hair loss are you experiencing?
There are many factors that can promote hair loss and while male pattern baldness is indeed the most common reason, the problem is in no way exclusive to men only as there are other factors that can cause hair loss even on women. Some factors that can promote hair loss may include:
Damage from too much perming, excessive coloring or bleaching.
Severe emotional or mental stress
Hormonal changes (in women)
Traction alopecia
Parasites
Autoimmune diseases and others…
Finding out exactly which of these problems you’re having will be detrimental to finding the right solution for your problem and will serve as an essential and necessary first step.
There are many possible solutions that you can find to regrow your hair as well. The solutions can range from the simplest up to the most technologically advanced methods. Laser therapy, transplants, steroidal injections, Propecia, Minoxidil, etc. – you might already be familiar with some of these products or methods because you might have already tried one or two of them.
The problem with this is the fact that not many of them can guarantee you full effects. Some even have damaging side effects that can further worsen the pain that you are feeling. But do not lose hope; there is still another avenue for hair regrowth that you might have missed – the natural route.
There are actually many herbal and naturally developed products that have been known to work quite well for individuals experiencing hair loss and it might just be the answer to your question of “How can I Regrow my hair.” If you would like to know more about these types of products, one good guide you can get more information from can be found at totalhairregrowth.com
Thursday, February 24, 2011
What Is The Best Male Hair Loss Treatment?
What is the best male hair loss treatment? Well there are actually many that can be given. The reason for this is simple – male hair loss is not caused by a singular problem alone. Hair loss can be caused by genetics, stress, aging, and others and thus the treatment will be different for each one.
If you are talking about hair loss related to genetics however then there are a few products or procedures that you might want to take note of. Pattern hair loss or Male pattern hair loss is called Androgenic Alopecia. It’s basically the result of hormones called androgens which is caused by genetic predisposition. To put it simple, the reason you are losing your hair is because you are genetically predisposed to.
The general rule of thumb is that hair can still be thickened anywhere that it’s still growing and a hair loss treatment regimen is one of the most effective solutions you have at hand. An area that is already slick and hairless will most likely not impossible to restore, and hair transplants or a hair system is your best bet for this. Since many combinations of thinning and slick are often present in men, a treatment regimen is most often the best or sometimes the only solution available.
Transplants and hair systems or toupees should only be considered if you have already undergone a treatment regiment for two solid years without achieving any satisfactory results. No matter the type or situation you are dealing with, a scientifically backed hair loss treatment regimen is necessary. The only problem is the fact that there are so many in the market that you will be able to choose from.
If you really want to stop hair loss then you will need to research the products that are available thoroughly in order to get one that will best suit your needs. The internet will be of great help in this particular venture as it will allow you to see what each product will really be able to bring without having to actually try them one by one.
You can do this by checking on the available products and seeing how they are rated by other people. Checking reviews will be helpful and will serve as your guide to better, more effective products or methods. So what is the best male hair loss treatment? The answer will actually depend on what you find out for yourself.
More information about best male hair loss treatments available at totalhairregrowth.com
If you are talking about hair loss related to genetics however then there are a few products or procedures that you might want to take note of. Pattern hair loss or Male pattern hair loss is called Androgenic Alopecia. It’s basically the result of hormones called androgens which is caused by genetic predisposition. To put it simple, the reason you are losing your hair is because you are genetically predisposed to.
The general rule of thumb is that hair can still be thickened anywhere that it’s still growing and a hair loss treatment regimen is one of the most effective solutions you have at hand. An area that is already slick and hairless will most likely not impossible to restore, and hair transplants or a hair system is your best bet for this. Since many combinations of thinning and slick are often present in men, a treatment regimen is most often the best or sometimes the only solution available.
Transplants and hair systems or toupees should only be considered if you have already undergone a treatment regiment for two solid years without achieving any satisfactory results. No matter the type or situation you are dealing with, a scientifically backed hair loss treatment regimen is necessary. The only problem is the fact that there are so many in the market that you will be able to choose from.
If you really want to stop hair loss then you will need to research the products that are available thoroughly in order to get one that will best suit your needs. The internet will be of great help in this particular venture as it will allow you to see what each product will really be able to bring without having to actually try them one by one.
You can do this by checking on the available products and seeing how they are rated by other people. Checking reviews will be helpful and will serve as your guide to better, more effective products or methods. So what is the best male hair loss treatment? The answer will actually depend on what you find out for yourself.
More information about best male hair loss treatments available at totalhairregrowth.com
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Best Way to Stop Hair Loss
There are many ways that you will be able to use to stop hair loss, but not all of them will work for your benefit. Of course you will still be able to take the conventional route and use medically formulated products to prevent your hair from falling off, but take note, you might experience side effects in using them – some of which can be surprisingly enough, hair loss. So, what is the best way to stop hair loss? Here are some of them:
Drink Plenty of Water:
There are many problems that can arise from dehydration. Constipation, eczema, thick dandruff, wrinkled skin, foul breath, thick dandruff and hair loss. Remember that your body is 98% water so you need to make sure that optimal levels are kept all of the time. One easy way to quickly establish enough water inside your body is to routinely drink at least about eight ounces of water immediately after heading for the restroom.
Eat Biotin rich foods:
Biotin is a B vitamin that’s needs needed by the body to form fatty acids and glucose, which are essential for the production of energy and preventing various disorders, including hair loss. It also helps with metabolizing carbohydrates, fats and proteins. The good news is that you really don’t have to search very far to get your daily dose of biotins as they are found naturally in food. Good dietary sources of biotins include; brewer’s yeast, egg yolk, sardines, legumes, mushrooms, salmon, carrots.
Natural supplements:
There are many natural supplements you can take which will prove beneficial for not only your hair but your body as well.
Some of these natural supplements include:
Ginseng: Ginseng is an ancient herbal remedy used by many to restore hormonal function and balance – a detail you might want to pay closer attention to especially when the hair loss problem you are is caused by hormonal imbalance.
Nettle: Is another rich source of silica and is a great conditioner for your nail, having the very same effect as equisetum. These products can be readily found in health foods stores and have also been guaranteed for safety and effectiveness.
Aside from the methods mentioned above, there are many other approaches that you can take in order to keep your hair always in tip top shape and prevent further damage from hair loss. If you are looking for a definitive guide on the best way to stop hair loss however, totalhairregrowth.com will have all the additional information that you need.
Fitness 365 - Best Way to Stop Hair Loss
Drink Plenty of Water:
There are many problems that can arise from dehydration. Constipation, eczema, thick dandruff, wrinkled skin, foul breath, thick dandruff and hair loss. Remember that your body is 98% water so you need to make sure that optimal levels are kept all of the time. One easy way to quickly establish enough water inside your body is to routinely drink at least about eight ounces of water immediately after heading for the restroom.
Eat Biotin rich foods:
Biotin is a B vitamin that’s needs needed by the body to form fatty acids and glucose, which are essential for the production of energy and preventing various disorders, including hair loss. It also helps with metabolizing carbohydrates, fats and proteins. The good news is that you really don’t have to search very far to get your daily dose of biotins as they are found naturally in food. Good dietary sources of biotins include; brewer’s yeast, egg yolk, sardines, legumes, mushrooms, salmon, carrots.
Natural supplements:
There are many natural supplements you can take which will prove beneficial for not only your hair but your body as well.
Some of these natural supplements include:
Ginseng: Ginseng is an ancient herbal remedy used by many to restore hormonal function and balance – a detail you might want to pay closer attention to especially when the hair loss problem you are is caused by hormonal imbalance.
Nettle: Is another rich source of silica and is a great conditioner for your nail, having the very same effect as equisetum. These products can be readily found in health foods stores and have also been guaranteed for safety and effectiveness.
Aside from the methods mentioned above, there are many other approaches that you can take in order to keep your hair always in tip top shape and prevent further damage from hair loss. If you are looking for a definitive guide on the best way to stop hair loss however, totalhairregrowth.com will have all the additional information that you need.
Fitness 365 - Best Way to Stop Hair Loss
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Male Hair Loss Solution
Millions of people all over the world are affected by hair loss, and it’s not only the males that suffer this condition as even females are affected by this problem. What’s sad is that many of the individuals affected by such a condition end up just accepting what is happening to their hair due to lack of information or options.
Living their life hiding under cover from wigs or toupee’s when there are actually better options around the corner waiting for them. For males though losing their hair can be devastating, which is why many are sent scrambling for the next most effective male hair loss solution that they can get their hands on.
There are actually many solutions that you can try if you want to stop your hair from falling out. Now, it’s a very big possibility that some of the methods that will be mentioned here you might have already heard of or even tried before, but, there is also a chance that you might be able to get an idea for an entirely new technique which will be able to help you out as well. So without further ado, here are some of the male hair loss solutions that you can try out:
Block DHT:
DHT is a hormone that is manufactured in the bloodstream due to excesses in the testosterone levels and is the main leading cause of male baldness. Simply put, DHT is a hormone that clings to your hair follicles and kills them – slowly.
At first you won’t be able to feel its effects because it works by slowly thinning out your hair, until eventually you will start to see changes within your scalp until such time that it leaves you bald. There are actually many DHT controlling natural products out there. Saw Palmetto, Nettles, Pygeum, and Pumpkin seed oil – all of these can be good solutions and will be worth your while checking upon them further to verify.
Proper Diet:
Another thing that many tend to miss factoring in where hair loss is concerned is proper diet. What you are eating now can either make the problem a lot better or worse. Aside from eating fresh fruits and veggies, you will also want to hydrate yourself properly in order to eliminate any additional afflictions that might be associated to dehydration which can slow or even prevent your recovery.
Hair Supplements:
There are actually many hair supplement products that you can use to promote natural hair growth and prevent hair loss. Ginseng, Horsetail (equisetum), Nettle, Valerian, Zinc – these products are readily available in the market and the only thing you have to do is pick out which one will work for you best.
The three mentioned above are just for starters as well because there are so many more methods that you will be able to choose from when it comes to male hair loss solution. If you are looking for a definitive guide however, one can be found at totalhairregrowth.com.
Fitness 365 - Male Hair Loss Solution
Living their life hiding under cover from wigs or toupee’s when there are actually better options around the corner waiting for them. For males though losing their hair can be devastating, which is why many are sent scrambling for the next most effective male hair loss solution that they can get their hands on.
There are actually many solutions that you can try if you want to stop your hair from falling out. Now, it’s a very big possibility that some of the methods that will be mentioned here you might have already heard of or even tried before, but, there is also a chance that you might be able to get an idea for an entirely new technique which will be able to help you out as well. So without further ado, here are some of the male hair loss solutions that you can try out:
Block DHT:
DHT is a hormone that is manufactured in the bloodstream due to excesses in the testosterone levels and is the main leading cause of male baldness. Simply put, DHT is a hormone that clings to your hair follicles and kills them – slowly.
At first you won’t be able to feel its effects because it works by slowly thinning out your hair, until eventually you will start to see changes within your scalp until such time that it leaves you bald. There are actually many DHT controlling natural products out there. Saw Palmetto, Nettles, Pygeum, and Pumpkin seed oil – all of these can be good solutions and will be worth your while checking upon them further to verify.
Proper Diet:
Another thing that many tend to miss factoring in where hair loss is concerned is proper diet. What you are eating now can either make the problem a lot better or worse. Aside from eating fresh fruits and veggies, you will also want to hydrate yourself properly in order to eliminate any additional afflictions that might be associated to dehydration which can slow or even prevent your recovery.
Hair Supplements:
There are actually many hair supplement products that you can use to promote natural hair growth and prevent hair loss. Ginseng, Horsetail (equisetum), Nettle, Valerian, Zinc – these products are readily available in the market and the only thing you have to do is pick out which one will work for you best.
The three mentioned above are just for starters as well because there are so many more methods that you will be able to choose from when it comes to male hair loss solution. If you are looking for a definitive guide however, one can be found at totalhairregrowth.com.
Fitness 365 - Male Hair Loss Solution
Monday, February 21, 2011
Best Hair Loss Treatment for Men
Looking for the best hair loss treatment for men? Then don’t be surprised to find that there are actually not that many. The reason is very simple – each individual will have his own idea on what is considered to be the best treatment due to varying reasons and factors. For some, it might be the use of conventionally developed creams; others find medicated shampoos to be the solution, while others still think that there is no better treatment aside from hair transplant.
Sure, hair transplants are indeed effective, but not many can afford the cost and conventional medications might bring about various side effects as well. Men generally play a hit or miss game where hair loss is concerned, heading for the next biggest fad in hair loss prevention and hoping that they themselves will get the solution that they have been hoping for.
But what most men tend to miss is the fact that sometimes the best solution for their problem is already within their reach, they only fail to realize it due to the growing concern that they have regarding their problem. One of the most underestimated methods in treating hair would be the natural route. Many men do not even start considering using natural products until they have exhausted what is available in terms of conventional treatments and medications.
Hair supplements like Ginseng, Horsetail, Nettle, Valerian, Zinc, Saw Palmetto, Black Currant Oil, Capsicum, Red Sage and others can be effectively used along with natural shampoos, creams, and gels to create an effective and highly individualized treatment that any individual will be able to benefit from. The best part about all of this is the fact that they will generally cost a lot lesser as compared to conventional treatments and are devoid of any side effects.
Diet adjustment and sufficient water intake are two other methods that not many pay attention to, because they may seem distant from the problem. But if you really think about it, your hair also utilizes some of the nutrients that go into your body, and the lack of vitamins in your food will also equate to problems with your hair, the same goes for water.
So what is the best hair loss treatment for men? There are many and it is your job to find out which particular one will work well for you. If you however would like to know more about the options available, one site that will be able to give you more facts and useful information would be, totalhairregrowth.com, so do check it out and start working on your best hair treatment approach today!
Sure, hair transplants are indeed effective, but not many can afford the cost and conventional medications might bring about various side effects as well. Men generally play a hit or miss game where hair loss is concerned, heading for the next biggest fad in hair loss prevention and hoping that they themselves will get the solution that they have been hoping for.
But what most men tend to miss is the fact that sometimes the best solution for their problem is already within their reach, they only fail to realize it due to the growing concern that they have regarding their problem. One of the most underestimated methods in treating hair would be the natural route. Many men do not even start considering using natural products until they have exhausted what is available in terms of conventional treatments and medications.
Hair supplements like Ginseng, Horsetail, Nettle, Valerian, Zinc, Saw Palmetto, Black Currant Oil, Capsicum, Red Sage and others can be effectively used along with natural shampoos, creams, and gels to create an effective and highly individualized treatment that any individual will be able to benefit from. The best part about all of this is the fact that they will generally cost a lot lesser as compared to conventional treatments and are devoid of any side effects.
Diet adjustment and sufficient water intake are two other methods that not many pay attention to, because they may seem distant from the problem. But if you really think about it, your hair also utilizes some of the nutrients that go into your body, and the lack of vitamins in your food will also equate to problems with your hair, the same goes for water.
So what is the best hair loss treatment for men? There are many and it is your job to find out which particular one will work well for you. If you however would like to know more about the options available, one site that will be able to give you more facts and useful information would be, totalhairregrowth.com, so do check it out and start working on your best hair treatment approach today!
Fitness 365 - Best Hair Loss Treatment For Men
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Which Acne Products are the Best to Buy
Acne is not a simple condition to treat. It is a skin disease that affects each individual that has it differently. Every case of serious acne has to be looked at as an individual case in order to be properly treated.
There is no catch-all treatment that can be used for every case. Furthermore, a lot of trial and error is usually needed in order to find an effective treatment individual by individual.
There are many acne products that are mass-marketed as the best cure for acne. It is very important to realize that products that are marketed towards acne sufferers and that can be bought off the shelf in the supermarket, do not cure acne. They manage, mask or suppress the symptoms of acne. It is important to recognize this as well as to realize that acne is not a result of bad hygiene.
If your acne is progressively getting worse do not think that it is enough to wash your skin often and to use an over the counter product. If your acne is getting worse, seek medical advice for stronger products that might only be available with a prescription.
Acne treatments vary from being off the shelf, over-the-counter creams, prescribed and surgical. Over the counter acne products are usually topical medicines that contain Benzoyl Peroxide or Salicylic Acid. These are usually used to treat mild cases of acne where an individual is attempting to halt the progression of acne and clear up some troublesome pimples. They can also be used during severe stages of acne in combination with another treatment.
Doctors usually recommend that the acne-infected area be washed very gently with warm water and a mild soap and then the topical treatment applied. When acne progresses to the moderate or severe stage, doctors and dermatologists will usually use a combination of treatments in order for maximum effectiveness in halting any further development of the skin disease.
Light therapy and extraction are often used at the moderate stage, in combination with an oral antibiotic or a retinoid cream, depending on the observations and recommendations of your doctor.
Since acne is such a complex condition to properly treat, it is not advisable to attempt to self-medicate. If you try over the counter products and they do not work. Do not give up thinking that you have an incurable case of acne. Seek further professional medical advice.
A doctor or a dermatologist will try to stop your acne from getting out of hand and will make an aggressive attempt at using a combination of products to prevent the possibility of acne scarring.
If you are serious about putting a halt to your acne, learn about the latest acne fighting products and how they can possibly work for your type of acne from your doctor. Do not make off the shelf products the extent of your fight against acne. Be as aggressive about fighting acne as acne is about progressing step by step into a serious skin condition.
For more information visit Acnezine
There is no catch-all treatment that can be used for every case. Furthermore, a lot of trial and error is usually needed in order to find an effective treatment individual by individual.
There are many acne products that are mass-marketed as the best cure for acne. It is very important to realize that products that are marketed towards acne sufferers and that can be bought off the shelf in the supermarket, do not cure acne. They manage, mask or suppress the symptoms of acne. It is important to recognize this as well as to realize that acne is not a result of bad hygiene.
If your acne is progressively getting worse do not think that it is enough to wash your skin often and to use an over the counter product. If your acne is getting worse, seek medical advice for stronger products that might only be available with a prescription.
Acne treatments vary from being off the shelf, over-the-counter creams, prescribed and surgical. Over the counter acne products are usually topical medicines that contain Benzoyl Peroxide or Salicylic Acid. These are usually used to treat mild cases of acne where an individual is attempting to halt the progression of acne and clear up some troublesome pimples. They can also be used during severe stages of acne in combination with another treatment.
Doctors usually recommend that the acne-infected area be washed very gently with warm water and a mild soap and then the topical treatment applied. When acne progresses to the moderate or severe stage, doctors and dermatologists will usually use a combination of treatments in order for maximum effectiveness in halting any further development of the skin disease.
Light therapy and extraction are often used at the moderate stage, in combination with an oral antibiotic or a retinoid cream, depending on the observations and recommendations of your doctor.
Since acne is such a complex condition to properly treat, it is not advisable to attempt to self-medicate. If you try over the counter products and they do not work. Do not give up thinking that you have an incurable case of acne. Seek further professional medical advice.
A doctor or a dermatologist will try to stop your acne from getting out of hand and will make an aggressive attempt at using a combination of products to prevent the possibility of acne scarring.
If you are serious about putting a halt to your acne, learn about the latest acne fighting products and how they can possibly work for your type of acne from your doctor. Do not make off the shelf products the extent of your fight against acne. Be as aggressive about fighting acne as acne is about progressing step by step into a serious skin condition.
For more information visit Acnezine
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Acnezine Can Combat All Types of Acne Scars
Scars caused by acne are much more common than doctors once believed; most people will have acne scars that are mild. However, some will have scars that look significant even to others. The best approach is prevention and to treat acne right away as sometimes even mild acne can cause scarring, this can minimize the risk of permanent acne scars. Acnezine is the best possible way to treat acne scars. Acne leaves behind different types of acne scars.
Acne scars result from two types of tissue response to the inflammation of acne: (1) increased tissue formation, and (2) loss of tissue.
Increased Tissue Formation
The scars caused by increased tissue formation are called keloids or hypertrophic scars. The word hypertrophy means "enlargement" or "overgrowth." Both hypertrophic and keloid scars are associated with excessive amounts of the cell substance collagen. Overproduction of collagen is a response of skin cells to injury.
The excess collagen becomes piled up in fibrous masses, resulting in a characteristic firm, smooth, usually irregularly-shaped scar. Keloids tend to "run in the family"—that is, there is a genetic predisposition to form keloids after tissue injury. African-Americans often have a predisposition to keloid formation. Some families also tend to form hypertrophic acne scars or thickened acne scars.
Acnezine, the natural medication for acne treatment serves a major role reducing such types of acne.
Acne Scars Resulting From Loss of Tissues
Acne scars resulting from loss of tissue are more common than scars resulting from increased tissue formation. There are several types:
Ice-pick acne scars get their name from their appearance. They may be superficial or deep, are usually small in diameter and have steep sides like an ice-pick wound. They may be hard or soft to the touch; the soft acne scars are usually more superficial and the hard scars deeper. The base of hard scars under the skin may be wider than the scar at the surface of the skin.
Depressed fibrotic acne scars are usually large scars that have sharp margins and steep sides. They are similar in appearance to deep chicken pox scars.
Superficial and deep soft acne scars are variable in size, and have sloping edges that merge with normal skin.
Follicular macular atrophy is more likely to occur on the chest or back of a person with acne. These are small, white, soft lesions, often barely raised above the surface of the skin—somewhat like whiteheads that didn’t fully develop. This condition is sometimes also called "perifollicular elastolysis." The lesions may persist for months to years.
There are many types of treatment to cure Acne. But Acnezine is a natural acne removal medication with no side effects!
Visit Acnezine for more information.
Fitness 365 - Combat Acne Scars
Acne scars result from two types of tissue response to the inflammation of acne: (1) increased tissue formation, and (2) loss of tissue.
Increased Tissue Formation
The scars caused by increased tissue formation are called keloids or hypertrophic scars. The word hypertrophy means "enlargement" or "overgrowth." Both hypertrophic and keloid scars are associated with excessive amounts of the cell substance collagen. Overproduction of collagen is a response of skin cells to injury.
The excess collagen becomes piled up in fibrous masses, resulting in a characteristic firm, smooth, usually irregularly-shaped scar. Keloids tend to "run in the family"—that is, there is a genetic predisposition to form keloids after tissue injury. African-Americans often have a predisposition to keloid formation. Some families also tend to form hypertrophic acne scars or thickened acne scars.
Acnezine, the natural medication for acne treatment serves a major role reducing such types of acne.
Acne Scars Resulting From Loss of Tissues
Acne scars resulting from loss of tissue are more common than scars resulting from increased tissue formation. There are several types:
Ice-pick acne scars get their name from their appearance. They may be superficial or deep, are usually small in diameter and have steep sides like an ice-pick wound. They may be hard or soft to the touch; the soft acne scars are usually more superficial and the hard scars deeper. The base of hard scars under the skin may be wider than the scar at the surface of the skin.
Depressed fibrotic acne scars are usually large scars that have sharp margins and steep sides. They are similar in appearance to deep chicken pox scars.
Superficial and deep soft acne scars are variable in size, and have sloping edges that merge with normal skin.
Follicular macular atrophy is more likely to occur on the chest or back of a person with acne. These are small, white, soft lesions, often barely raised above the surface of the skin—somewhat like whiteheads that didn’t fully develop. This condition is sometimes also called "perifollicular elastolysis." The lesions may persist for months to years.
There are many types of treatment to cure Acne. But Acnezine is a natural acne removal medication with no side effects!
Visit Acnezine for more information.
Fitness 365 - Combat Acne Scars
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Acnezine Tips for Day to Day Acne Care
Acnezine treatment for your acne should be accompanied by a healthy skin care routine.
Wash the affected area twice a day with mild soap. Use soap such as Dove, or one that contains benzoyl peroxide, such as Oxy-5. Wash as often necessary to keep the area clean. Do not scrub.
Shampoo the hair regularly.
Keep long hair off the face and shoulders and wash it daily.
Avoid shaving as much as possible; while shaving takes care to avoid nicking the pimples.
Use a fresh shaving blade to minimize the chance of spreading the infection.
Avoid use of make-up or cosmetics in areas prone to acne. If you have to wear make-up, use only the hypoallergenic or fragrance free kind.
Don't pop, pick, scratch, or squeeze your pimples. This may cause infection and scarring.
You may use an over-the-counter treatment that contain substances such as benzoyl peroxide (gel or cream) or salicyclic acid. Start with the lowest strength and apply once a day about half an hour after washing. Never use more than 5 percent strength without consulting a physician.
Food and Nutrition Recommendations for Acne: Some doctors believe that acne is not a food related problem. Some alternate practitioners use diet as a basis for their treatment of acne. They recommend that acne patients should eat foods high in beta-carotene, such as carrots, pumpkin, cantaloupe and other yellow-orange fruits and vegetables. They should also avoid fatty foods. Acnezine controls the oil secretion in your body to protect your skin from getting acne prone.
Vitamin Therapy for Acne: Nutritionists generally suggest: Chromium supplements - Chromium helps boosts the body's ability to break down glucose. Vitamin A - reduces sebum and keratin production. (Caution: taking mega doses of Vitamin A can cause headaches, fatigue, muscle and joint pain and other side effects. Consult a qualified practitioner before taking mega supplements).Vitamin E - an antioxidant (200 to 400 IU a day). Vitamin B-6 50 mg per day. This vitamin aids in the metabolism of hormones and supports the function of Acnezine as well.
Note: People should not try to medicate themselves or others with any of the methods referred to here without the guidance of a qualified practitioner who is thoroughly familiar with both the remedies and the individual’s medical status. Acnezine is an antioxidant, natural product without any side effect that reduces acne.
For more information visit: Acnezine
Wash the affected area twice a day with mild soap. Use soap such as Dove, or one that contains benzoyl peroxide, such as Oxy-5. Wash as often necessary to keep the area clean. Do not scrub.
Shampoo the hair regularly.
Keep long hair off the face and shoulders and wash it daily.
Avoid shaving as much as possible; while shaving takes care to avoid nicking the pimples.
Use a fresh shaving blade to minimize the chance of spreading the infection.
Avoid use of make-up or cosmetics in areas prone to acne. If you have to wear make-up, use only the hypoallergenic or fragrance free kind.
Don't pop, pick, scratch, or squeeze your pimples. This may cause infection and scarring.
You may use an over-the-counter treatment that contain substances such as benzoyl peroxide (gel or cream) or salicyclic acid. Start with the lowest strength and apply once a day about half an hour after washing. Never use more than 5 percent strength without consulting a physician.
Food and Nutrition Recommendations for Acne: Some doctors believe that acne is not a food related problem. Some alternate practitioners use diet as a basis for their treatment of acne. They recommend that acne patients should eat foods high in beta-carotene, such as carrots, pumpkin, cantaloupe and other yellow-orange fruits and vegetables. They should also avoid fatty foods. Acnezine controls the oil secretion in your body to protect your skin from getting acne prone.
Vitamin Therapy for Acne: Nutritionists generally suggest: Chromium supplements - Chromium helps boosts the body's ability to break down glucose. Vitamin A - reduces sebum and keratin production. (Caution: taking mega doses of Vitamin A can cause headaches, fatigue, muscle and joint pain and other side effects. Consult a qualified practitioner before taking mega supplements).Vitamin E - an antioxidant (200 to 400 IU a day). Vitamin B-6 50 mg per day. This vitamin aids in the metabolism of hormones and supports the function of Acnezine as well.
Note: People should not try to medicate themselves or others with any of the methods referred to here without the guidance of a qualified practitioner who is thoroughly familiar with both the remedies and the individual’s medical status. Acnezine is an antioxidant, natural product without any side effect that reduces acne.
For more information visit: Acnezine
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
How to Get Rid of Pimples Acne-inc
How to Get Rid of Pimples Acne-inc - Natural Remedies in Acne Treatment
Is there a single best answer to the question “how to get rid of pimples acne-inc”? I’m afraid not. But there are certainly many natural remedies that we can use to ease the problem.
In recent times, it has been proven that the number of people who have acne has increased drastically. The reasons for his have not been proven and as result, there is not official pronouncement on the reasons for this. However, we can make some assumptions that are susceptible to corrections. The reason there is a rampant case of acne today can be largely attributed to our diets and possibly the environment.
In the past, reported incidents of acne treatments weren’t exactly common. However, things have changed today. There is no clear account of the number of people suffering from acne. But the sale of medicines for acne is on the increase and this suggests that there is an increase in the number of people having acne.
Acne which is mainly caused as a result of the clogging of the skin pores by the oil generated by the sebaceous gland in the skin. The clogging of the skin pores are as a result of certain bacteria. It is for this reason that most acne treatments are never effective. They concentrate more on eliminating the symptoms and not the root cause.
So, instead of focusing on how to eliminate the bacteria, these solutions work for scar removal and pimple drying. Because most of these ointments and treatment methods hardly work, attention has shifted from over-the-counter-prescriptions and doctor recommended diagnosis to alternative therapy and medicine.
These alternative therapies like Acnezine which can be found at www.acnezine.com have been consistently proven to work and produce the desired results. While most of them do not over hype their products like others do, it is said that they can easily get rid of any pimples acne given a 30-day trial period. If this seems too far, then you can go on dealing with the same issues every time. But these products offer one of the most important solutions and cure to acne which is the elimination of the root cause instead of just symptom treatment.
In conjunction with using natural remedies like Acnezine, it is always best to also change your diet from one of junk meals and foods to that which is filled with all forms of fruits. The plentier the fruits, the better. So, change the diet. Avoid all forms of foods oil rich foods like hotdogs, sandwich, cheese and anything related to cheese and a host of other forms of junk.
For more information about How to Get Rid of Pimples Acne-inc
Fitness 365 - How To Get Rid of Pimples Acne-inc
Is there a single best answer to the question “how to get rid of pimples acne-inc”? I’m afraid not. But there are certainly many natural remedies that we can use to ease the problem.
In recent times, it has been proven that the number of people who have acne has increased drastically. The reasons for his have not been proven and as result, there is not official pronouncement on the reasons for this. However, we can make some assumptions that are susceptible to corrections. The reason there is a rampant case of acne today can be largely attributed to our diets and possibly the environment.
In the past, reported incidents of acne treatments weren’t exactly common. However, things have changed today. There is no clear account of the number of people suffering from acne. But the sale of medicines for acne is on the increase and this suggests that there is an increase in the number of people having acne.
Acne which is mainly caused as a result of the clogging of the skin pores by the oil generated by the sebaceous gland in the skin. The clogging of the skin pores are as a result of certain bacteria. It is for this reason that most acne treatments are never effective. They concentrate more on eliminating the symptoms and not the root cause.
So, instead of focusing on how to eliminate the bacteria, these solutions work for scar removal and pimple drying. Because most of these ointments and treatment methods hardly work, attention has shifted from over-the-counter-prescriptions and doctor recommended diagnosis to alternative therapy and medicine.
These alternative therapies like Acnezine which can be found at www.acnezine.com have been consistently proven to work and produce the desired results. While most of them do not over hype their products like others do, it is said that they can easily get rid of any pimples acne given a 30-day trial period. If this seems too far, then you can go on dealing with the same issues every time. But these products offer one of the most important solutions and cure to acne which is the elimination of the root cause instead of just symptom treatment.
In conjunction with using natural remedies like Acnezine, it is always best to also change your diet from one of junk meals and foods to that which is filled with all forms of fruits. The plentier the fruits, the better. So, change the diet. Avoid all forms of foods oil rich foods like hotdogs, sandwich, cheese and anything related to cheese and a host of other forms of junk.
For more information about How to Get Rid of Pimples Acne-inc
Fitness 365 - How To Get Rid of Pimples Acne-inc
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Fewer Ingredients Means Less Bodyfat
If you're looking for a way to jack your fat-burning sky-high, here's a great tip for you: focus on single ingredient meals, especially after 6:00pm.
Note: this is not a long-term strategy, nor is it something you should do everyday. Aim for consuming 3-4 meals per week at first that contain only one ingredient.
Guess what ingredient that is?
--Protein--
Eating hard proteins foods as described in "SimplyEat!" is a great way to get lean. You can do this using animal or vegetarian based protein foods.
The key is one ingredient. Consume your normal meal's calories all in protein. This will help elevate your thermogenic rate and keep that fat burning.
If you select a second ingredient, select celery -- and lots of it. Celery will fill you up and help expend even more calories in the fat-burning process.
For more tips on why "ingredients", not calories, are the key to long-term fat-burning and success, go here now --
Simply Eat Diet
This will tell you all you need to know.
Sincerely,
Anna
Note: this is not a long-term strategy, nor is it something you should do everyday. Aim for consuming 3-4 meals per week at first that contain only one ingredient.
Guess what ingredient that is?
--Protein--
Eating hard proteins foods as described in "SimplyEat!" is a great way to get lean. You can do this using animal or vegetarian based protein foods.
The key is one ingredient. Consume your normal meal's calories all in protein. This will help elevate your thermogenic rate and keep that fat burning.
If you select a second ingredient, select celery -- and lots of it. Celery will fill you up and help expend even more calories in the fat-burning process.
For more tips on why "ingredients", not calories, are the key to long-term fat-burning and success, go here now --
Simply Eat Diet
This will tell you all you need to know.
Sincerely,
Anna
Monday, February 7, 2011
"Fat-and-Happy"... Is It True? Study Tells All...
Did you know that fitness pro Jon Benson used to be "obese"? No kidding... now he's on magazine covers. It goes to show you what you can do if you set your mind to it. Well, Jon sent me this email today (I have permission to share it with you) -- it's about the old saying, "Fat-n-Happy"... and a study that will blow you away. Very important to check this out... enjoy!
Anna
Ever heard the phrase, "Fat-n-Happy?"...
Of course you have. We used to refer to obese guys as a "jolly fat-man"... or perhaps someone who is overweight as "fat-n-happy".
Is it true? Can (gasp) being overweight actually make you happy?
Rather than giving you my opinion on the matter, I take a look at three national studies on this page.
The presentation is only 5 minutes long... and I reveal the number one case for alarm in the United States and Canada.
Read that again: The Number 1 Cause For Alarm.
And I'm NOT an alarmist... I'm a rationalist. But stats like these do not lie.
They cannot lie.
And this deals with our children.
Please... go see:
click.here---> http://www.fitover40.com/go/slimanna/fat-and-happy
P.S. I can tell you from my own first-hand experience, which I document in "Fit Over 40", that my personal 10-year-journey through the muck of obesity was ANYTHING but happy.
I was depressed, to the point of suicide at times (thankfully I never went that far.) I was socially hidden. I wore "fat-clothes" all the time. The few times I HAD to wear jeans or dress pants I rushed home to change into sweats because they were just too damn uncomfortable to tolerate.
Bottom line: I was "fat-n-miserable".
I think most people who are overweight or obese feel more despair, sadness, or perhaps just really frustrated than "happy". Of course you can be happy and be any size, color, shape, etc. But I'll tell you from my experience that I am MUCH happier now that I'm fit and trim.
Part of that is just because I feel better. The other part is how the brain functions. When you're more active, you release more "feel-good" hormones... and these are powerful anti-blues hormones... they really make you feel like a champ. At least that's been my experience.
But go watch the 5-min video and see what you think...
click.here---> http://www.fitover40.com/go/slimanna/fat-and-happy
Fitness 365 - Fit Over 40
Anna
Ever heard the phrase, "Fat-n-Happy?"...
Of course you have. We used to refer to obese guys as a "jolly fat-man"... or perhaps someone who is overweight as "fat-n-happy".
Is it true? Can (gasp) being overweight actually make you happy?
Rather than giving you my opinion on the matter, I take a look at three national studies on this page.
The presentation is only 5 minutes long... and I reveal the number one case for alarm in the United States and Canada.
Read that again: The Number 1 Cause For Alarm.
And I'm NOT an alarmist... I'm a rationalist. But stats like these do not lie.
They cannot lie.
And this deals with our children.
Please... go see:
click.here---> http://www.fitover40.com/go/slimanna/fat-and-happy
P.S. I can tell you from my own first-hand experience, which I document in "Fit Over 40", that my personal 10-year-journey through the muck of obesity was ANYTHING but happy.
I was depressed, to the point of suicide at times (thankfully I never went that far.) I was socially hidden. I wore "fat-clothes" all the time. The few times I HAD to wear jeans or dress pants I rushed home to change into sweats because they were just too damn uncomfortable to tolerate.
Bottom line: I was "fat-n-miserable".
I think most people who are overweight or obese feel more despair, sadness, or perhaps just really frustrated than "happy". Of course you can be happy and be any size, color, shape, etc. But I'll tell you from my experience that I am MUCH happier now that I'm fit and trim.
Part of that is just because I feel better. The other part is how the brain functions. When you're more active, you release more "feel-good" hormones... and these are powerful anti-blues hormones... they really make you feel like a champ. At least that's been my experience.
But go watch the 5-min video and see what you think...
click.here---> http://www.fitover40.com/go/slimanna/fat-and-happy
Fitness 365 - Fit Over 40
Thursday, February 3, 2011
1-Minute Fatloss Tip for This Week
Got a minute?
That's all I need to share Jon Benson's first of many video-based 1-minute fatloss tips.
Go here for the first of many....click-----> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna
His new design is something to see too.
He will be posting his weekly live 1-minute video, tons of new features... even a "diet quiz" if you care to test your fatloss knowledge.
Plus his main presentation: "1 Tip To A Flat Belly!"
click-----> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna
Enjoy!
Anna
Fitness 365 - 1-minute Fatloss
That's all I need to share Jon Benson's first of many video-based 1-minute fatloss tips.
Go here for the first of many....click-----> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna
His new design is something to see too.
He will be posting his weekly live 1-minute video, tons of new features... even a "diet quiz" if you care to test your fatloss knowledge.
Plus his main presentation: "1 Tip To A Flat Belly!"
click-----> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna
Enjoy!
Anna
Fitness 365 - 1-minute Fatloss
Monday, January 31, 2011
How I dropped 11 lbs... on vacation?
Wow... this one blew me away. My friend and fitness author Jon Benson just got back from a 3-week business vacation and LOST 11 lbs of bodyfat. Here's the email he sent me detailing how he did it... Enjoy!
Anna
How I dropped 11 lbs... on vacation?
It was the weirdest thing ...
I mean, I've been around you know? I've had just about every body and fatloss experience you can think of... the good, the bad, the ugly
...... and now the really bizarre.
Here's the story:
I took off on an 8-day cruise to the Caribbean. This was a "business" cruise (yeah, right)... and I knew there was no way to eat the way I prefer to eat. At least not ideally. After that I had to speak in Tampa Florida at a fitness summit, then off to Las Vegas for yet another summit meeting.
All-in-all I was gone for almost three weeks.
First thing that I knew had to go was my "ideal" dietplan.
That's my "Extreme" Plan on the Every Other Day Dietplan...
Click here----------> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
There are three plans in EODD: The Primer Plan, which is literally "every other day". You get to eat your favorite foods within reason every other day or so on this Plan. It's perfect for folks who 'hate' dieting because, let's face it, anyone can diet-for a day, right? Right.
Then there's the Lifestyle Plans. These are two days of "burn eating" followed by a day of eating favorite foods. Most people use this because it too is so simple to use.
Then for we athletes and fitness pros there's the Extreme Plan. This is for ultimate bodyfat loss and muscle-shaping. I love this plan.
But hey... it's a vacation. And so I decided to eat on the Primer Plan... remember, that's every other day. So every other day on the cruise I had a small dessert (sometimes two), pizza, or pasta... whatever I wanted within reason. The days before I did perfectly, substituting my morning shake for egg white omelets with a bit of cheese and a lot of veggies. Yum!
Within three days I had LOST more than 4 lbs... or about 2 kg. Pure fat... well, a bit of water I suppose, but mostly that stubborn bodyfat around my middle that's the last to go.
What the heck was going on?
Wait... the story gets better...
I move on to Tampa, and then Vegas, and now I'm 11 lbs (about 5 kg) down. My jeans ALL require a belt, only this time it's not a fashion statement.
Frankly, I'm as surprised as you may be.
But I figured out why this happened. And I want to share it with you so you can use EODD (or another plan if you want... but mine is the best... : ) when you go on vacation or take a break.
Here's why I dropped the last bit of my bodyfat:
First, I was on a VERY large cruise ship. I knew my weight training would not be as intense (the weights were not that heavy) but I also knew I could just make it work... train a bit more and go for the "pump"... just a good, quick workout. I ended up training 5 days on the cruise without a problem (and only ONE day of cardio for 20 minutes... you see, you do NOT need cardio to dump bodyfat!)
But the difference was in the WALKING. The ship was the largest ever built... the size of 2.5 football fields. And I walked everywhere... on the islands, on the boat, even to every meal. Just walking burned off FAR more calories than my normal lifestyle, which like most of you has a lot of sitting down to it. ; )
Walking... my favorite "Cardio" to this very day.
My Supplement Tricks
Second, I took extra potassium, along with all of my Radical Fatloss Blueprint Supplements. I carried them all on board.
You can read more about the supplements I take for "radical" fatloss here:
Click here----------> http://www.radicalfatlossblueprint.com
The two that really did the trick for me was the Aqualize (also known as Acquacil), only 1-2 a day, along with the amino acids.
Finally, I realized that I need MORE food than I'm eating now in order to increase my metabolic rate. Just a bit... about 400 calories a day more than I have been eating. Doing just that rebooted my metabolic rate and presto... 11 lbs of bodyfat and useless water is history. My abs have never looked better.
I hope this gives you some encouragement when it comes to being on the road or on vacation. With the right plan (like EODD and Radical Fatloss) you can actually improve your body
...... and best of all, I enjoyed every minute of my vacation!
Yours In Fitness,
J O N B E N S O N
P.S. An important note was that I made a decision not to drink on the cruise or elsewhere. I had one small glass of wine last night to celebrate with my largest affiliate and business comrade. He flew in from Israel just for this meeting, and it was the least I could do. Roei and I had a blast all day.
The reason drinking is a problem is that alcohol shuts down fat-burning for several hours... sometimes longer. But a glass of wine or two a week is not going to hurt you. I just made that one small "sacrifice" so I could enjoy ice cream, pizza (I ate four slices one night at 3:00am and woke up leaner!) and all the yummy food the boat had to offer.
So, my final tip: Make a decision to cut out just ONE thing when you're on the road. Alcohol was easy for me as I do not drink that much as it is.
Read more about my personal dietplan and my supplement plan here....
The "Real-World" Fatloss Plan
The Radical Fatloss Supplements
Fitness-365
Anna
How I dropped 11 lbs... on vacation?
It was the weirdest thing ...
I mean, I've been around you know? I've had just about every body and fatloss experience you can think of... the good, the bad, the ugly
...... and now the really bizarre.
Here's the story:
I took off on an 8-day cruise to the Caribbean. This was a "business" cruise (yeah, right)... and I knew there was no way to eat the way I prefer to eat. At least not ideally. After that I had to speak in Tampa Florida at a fitness summit, then off to Las Vegas for yet another summit meeting.
All-in-all I was gone for almost three weeks.
First thing that I knew had to go was my "ideal" dietplan.
That's my "Extreme" Plan on the Every Other Day Dietplan...
Click here----------> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
There are three plans in EODD: The Primer Plan, which is literally "every other day". You get to eat your favorite foods within reason every other day or so on this Plan. It's perfect for folks who 'hate' dieting because, let's face it, anyone can diet-for a day, right? Right.
Then there's the Lifestyle Plans. These are two days of "burn eating" followed by a day of eating favorite foods. Most people use this because it too is so simple to use.
Then for we athletes and fitness pros there's the Extreme Plan. This is for ultimate bodyfat loss and muscle-shaping. I love this plan.
But hey... it's a vacation. And so I decided to eat on the Primer Plan... remember, that's every other day. So every other day on the cruise I had a small dessert (sometimes two), pizza, or pasta... whatever I wanted within reason. The days before I did perfectly, substituting my morning shake for egg white omelets with a bit of cheese and a lot of veggies. Yum!
Within three days I had LOST more than 4 lbs... or about 2 kg. Pure fat... well, a bit of water I suppose, but mostly that stubborn bodyfat around my middle that's the last to go.
What the heck was going on?
Wait... the story gets better...
I move on to Tampa, and then Vegas, and now I'm 11 lbs (about 5 kg) down. My jeans ALL require a belt, only this time it's not a fashion statement.
Frankly, I'm as surprised as you may be.
But I figured out why this happened. And I want to share it with you so you can use EODD (or another plan if you want... but mine is the best... : ) when you go on vacation or take a break.
Here's why I dropped the last bit of my bodyfat:
First, I was on a VERY large cruise ship. I knew my weight training would not be as intense (the weights were not that heavy) but I also knew I could just make it work... train a bit more and go for the "pump"... just a good, quick workout. I ended up training 5 days on the cruise without a problem (and only ONE day of cardio for 20 minutes... you see, you do NOT need cardio to dump bodyfat!)
But the difference was in the WALKING. The ship was the largest ever built... the size of 2.5 football fields. And I walked everywhere... on the islands, on the boat, even to every meal. Just walking burned off FAR more calories than my normal lifestyle, which like most of you has a lot of sitting down to it. ; )
Walking... my favorite "Cardio" to this very day.
My Supplement Tricks
Second, I took extra potassium, along with all of my Radical Fatloss Blueprint Supplements. I carried them all on board.
You can read more about the supplements I take for "radical" fatloss here:
Click here----------> http://www.radicalfatlossblueprint.com
The two that really did the trick for me was the Aqualize (also known as Acquacil), only 1-2 a day, along with the amino acids.
Finally, I realized that I need MORE food than I'm eating now in order to increase my metabolic rate. Just a bit... about 400 calories a day more than I have been eating. Doing just that rebooted my metabolic rate and presto... 11 lbs of bodyfat and useless water is history. My abs have never looked better.
I hope this gives you some encouragement when it comes to being on the road or on vacation. With the right plan (like EODD and Radical Fatloss) you can actually improve your body
...... and best of all, I enjoyed every minute of my vacation!
Yours In Fitness,
J O N B E N S O N
P.S. An important note was that I made a decision not to drink on the cruise or elsewhere. I had one small glass of wine last night to celebrate with my largest affiliate and business comrade. He flew in from Israel just for this meeting, and it was the least I could do. Roei and I had a blast all day.
The reason drinking is a problem is that alcohol shuts down fat-burning for several hours... sometimes longer. But a glass of wine or two a week is not going to hurt you. I just made that one small "sacrifice" so I could enjoy ice cream, pizza (I ate four slices one night at 3:00am and woke up leaner!) and all the yummy food the boat had to offer.
So, my final tip: Make a decision to cut out just ONE thing when you're on the road. Alcohol was easy for me as I do not drink that much as it is.
Read more about my personal dietplan and my supplement plan here....
The "Real-World" Fatloss Plan
The Radical Fatloss Supplements
Fitness-365
Friday, January 28, 2011
6 Strange Dietary Bedfellows
You know, fitness and nutrition guy Jon Benson has a humorous way of putting things that we all need to hear. I received this email from him today and had to share it with you. It's not only funny, it's true.
Read on...
Anna
6 Strange Dietary Bedfellows
What do these six things have in common?
--- McDonalds
--- Renee Zellweger
--- Epileptic children
--- Yours truly
--- Most bodybuilding and fitness competitors
--- Kiefer Sutherland
Give up?
All the above employ the strategies of the low-carb dietplan.
Recently researchers have found that low-carb nutrition plan reduced the number of seizures in epileptic children.
Most of the world's leanest physiques get that way on a regimen, limited or not, of low-carbs and higher protein.
Even McDonalds is getting into the act.
Even Renee Zellweger.
Even Kiefer Sutherland.
Even me.
Kinda.
Read on and I'll explain what I mean...
Why Low-Carb Works
When McDonalds starts counting carb grams in their food, you know someone is either jumping on a trend or finally seeing the light.
In this case, both -- but it is a good thing. Low-carb dietplans. They work.
For the masses, they work because they are the easiest nutrition plan to follow when you're busy.
McDonalds and stars like Kiefer Sutherland figured this out. The busy on-the-go guy or gal doesn't want to make the time to prepare six meals per day and carry them around in Tupperware.
When choosing my own lifestyle nutrition plan, time and convenience played a major role. I looked at role models who were very busy, formerly obese, and very lean.
Most of them rely in some form or fashion on a low-carb strategy.
Low-carb also works, much to the hem and haw of traditional doctors and nutritionists, due to the way the body processes fuel.
For those of us fortunate enough to grow up on whole grains and very low-sugar mealplans, a moderate to higher-carb nutrition plan may work just fine.
But most of us grew up eating junk.
Processed foods, fast foods, and downright junk was the cornerstone of our dietplans. That puts your body on the "carb defense."
After years of abuse the body becomes resistant to carbohydrates. The insulin they produce can cause all sorts of health issues, fat-burning problems, and more.
When carbs are removed, even healthy carbs like whole grains, the body has time to re-adjust.
In some cases, you can go back to a moderate-carb plan with whole grains and fruits after a period of time.
In others, you are a "low-carber" for life.
Guess which one I am?
Finally, low-carb works because you tend to eat less. Fat is very satiating, and most low-carb plans are fairly high in dietaryfat.
So, in recap:
--- Easy and convenient;
--- Metabolically important for carb recovery;
--- Lower in total food volume (eat less)
Do not make light of that first point. Any plan that is not simple is one very few people will stick to. Making your plan simple and tasty is key, even if that plan is not "perfect" by nutritional standards.
Now, by far, the best low-carb dietplan in the world (yes, I'm bias for good reason!) is this:
click.here ------> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
EODD works so well because your carbs are low for "most" of the time. Not "all" of the time. And the times when your carbs are not low you can enjoy your favorite foods.
Personally I enjoy pizza and burgers on my non-low-carb days. You can enjoy whatever you want if you just keep it reasonable.
You see, there's no need to diet-perfect.
Progress always trumps perfection.
Why Low-Carb Fails
There are two primary reasons for the failure of the low-carb nutrition plans: boredom and media bashing.
One causes irritability. The other, doubt. Unless you're certain that your plan will work, you will eventually go off of it.
This is true of any plan, no matter how ideal it is. Certainty rules.
That's why I believe in having a flexible, tasty plan like EODD.
Then boredom is easily solved.
I share my own unique ideas about "cycling" carbs and fats in the presentation here:
click.here ------> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
Using my cycle strategy you will rarely if ever become bored. And your body will burn more bodyfat too. It's just a cheap metabolic trick...but boy, it works.
The second reason is media and medical bias. One study after another has proven that low-carb plans, even the Atkins plan, works and is safe to use for most people.
Check with your doctor first, of course.
I've seen researchers get down-right angry when the results come back. In one study, carried out for a full year, the low-carb plan out-performed the so-called "healthy" Dean Ornish plan.
Lower blood fats, more fatloss, and more energy were the results.
My preference always comes back to low-carb nutrition. I just cycle it in a way that allows me to get plenty of veggies, some grains, and ample fiber.
Even a slice of cheesecake here and there... : )
Hey...I said "low-carb", not "low-life!"
P.S. One of these days the mainstream medical community will wake up to the fact that 90% of the population will never eat 15 servings of veggies per day.
While this may be "optimal", it's not at all practical. I'd rather give you down-to- earth practical nutrition advice that you CAN and WILL follow -- and enjoy.
Makes sense, doesn't it?
click.here ------> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
Read on...
Anna
6 Strange Dietary Bedfellows
What do these six things have in common?
--- McDonalds
--- Renee Zellweger
--- Epileptic children
--- Yours truly
--- Most bodybuilding and fitness competitors
--- Kiefer Sutherland
Give up?
All the above employ the strategies of the low-carb dietplan.
Recently researchers have found that low-carb nutrition plan reduced the number of seizures in epileptic children.
Most of the world's leanest physiques get that way on a regimen, limited or not, of low-carbs and higher protein.
Even McDonalds is getting into the act.
Even Renee Zellweger.
Even Kiefer Sutherland.
Even me.
Kinda.
Read on and I'll explain what I mean...
Why Low-Carb Works
When McDonalds starts counting carb grams in their food, you know someone is either jumping on a trend or finally seeing the light.
In this case, both -- but it is a good thing. Low-carb dietplans. They work.
For the masses, they work because they are the easiest nutrition plan to follow when you're busy.
McDonalds and stars like Kiefer Sutherland figured this out. The busy on-the-go guy or gal doesn't want to make the time to prepare six meals per day and carry them around in Tupperware.
When choosing my own lifestyle nutrition plan, time and convenience played a major role. I looked at role models who were very busy, formerly obese, and very lean.
Most of them rely in some form or fashion on a low-carb strategy.
Low-carb also works, much to the hem and haw of traditional doctors and nutritionists, due to the way the body processes fuel.
For those of us fortunate enough to grow up on whole grains and very low-sugar mealplans, a moderate to higher-carb nutrition plan may work just fine.
But most of us grew up eating junk.
Processed foods, fast foods, and downright junk was the cornerstone of our dietplans. That puts your body on the "carb defense."
After years of abuse the body becomes resistant to carbohydrates. The insulin they produce can cause all sorts of health issues, fat-burning problems, and more.
When carbs are removed, even healthy carbs like whole grains, the body has time to re-adjust.
In some cases, you can go back to a moderate-carb plan with whole grains and fruits after a period of time.
In others, you are a "low-carber" for life.
Guess which one I am?
Finally, low-carb works because you tend to eat less. Fat is very satiating, and most low-carb plans are fairly high in dietaryfat.
So, in recap:
--- Easy and convenient;
--- Metabolically important for carb recovery;
--- Lower in total food volume (eat less)
Do not make light of that first point. Any plan that is not simple is one very few people will stick to. Making your plan simple and tasty is key, even if that plan is not "perfect" by nutritional standards.
Now, by far, the best low-carb dietplan in the world (yes, I'm bias for good reason!) is this:
click.here ------> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
EODD works so well because your carbs are low for "most" of the time. Not "all" of the time. And the times when your carbs are not low you can enjoy your favorite foods.
Personally I enjoy pizza and burgers on my non-low-carb days. You can enjoy whatever you want if you just keep it reasonable.
You see, there's no need to diet-perfect.
Progress always trumps perfection.
Why Low-Carb Fails
There are two primary reasons for the failure of the low-carb nutrition plans: boredom and media bashing.
One causes irritability. The other, doubt. Unless you're certain that your plan will work, you will eventually go off of it.
This is true of any plan, no matter how ideal it is. Certainty rules.
That's why I believe in having a flexible, tasty plan like EODD.
Then boredom is easily solved.
I share my own unique ideas about "cycling" carbs and fats in the presentation here:
click.here ------> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
Using my cycle strategy you will rarely if ever become bored. And your body will burn more bodyfat too. It's just a cheap metabolic trick...but boy, it works.
The second reason is media and medical bias. One study after another has proven that low-carb plans, even the Atkins plan, works and is safe to use for most people.
Check with your doctor first, of course.
I've seen researchers get down-right angry when the results come back. In one study, carried out for a full year, the low-carb plan out-performed the so-called "healthy" Dean Ornish plan.
Lower blood fats, more fatloss, and more energy were the results.
My preference always comes back to low-carb nutrition. I just cycle it in a way that allows me to get plenty of veggies, some grains, and ample fiber.
Even a slice of cheesecake here and there... : )
Hey...I said "low-carb", not "low-life!"
P.S. One of these days the mainstream medical community will wake up to the fact that 90% of the population will never eat 15 servings of veggies per day.
While this may be "optimal", it's not at all practical. I'd rather give you down-to- earth practical nutrition advice that you CAN and WILL follow -- and enjoy.
Makes sense, doesn't it?
click.here ------> http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
4 Common But Useless Fattburning Exercises
You may be wasting your time in the gym or at home if you are trying to shape your body or get rid of bodyfat.
Most people are. That is when it comes to exercise for getting rid of bellyfat and getting into better shape.
I was in the gym today (nothing new... ; ) and I saw all 4 of these exercises being performed by various gym members (again... nothing new.)
And they are useless for 99% of the people on the planet.
Here they are...
Hope this saves you a ton of time with your workouts.
Enjoy your holidays!
Anna
P.S. You can get both books, The Every Other Day Dietplan and 7 Minute Body, for a big-time discount by going here and watching this presentation:click.here ----- >
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
Fitness-365 - Useless Fatburning Exercises
Most people are. That is when it comes to exercise for getting rid of bellyfat and getting into better shape.
I was in the gym today (nothing new... ; ) and I saw all 4 of these exercises being performed by various gym members (again... nothing new.)
And they are useless for 99% of the people on the planet.
Here they are...
USELESS EXERCISE 1: Walking Dumbbell Lunges
Okay ladies, this one is for you... although I see guys do this exercise as well.
This is where you take a pair of dumbbells and kneel with one leg, then the other, and so-on, walking around the gym as you go.
The idea behind this exercise is to work the butt, and to some extent the thighs... but it's a joke. It's something invented by trainers who should know better.
If you want to build and tone your butt, exercise one leg at a time. Lunges are a great exercise for this, but save your energy. Do them on a Smith Machine or with a barbell. Work one leg at a time, too. Do not alternate legs. This just wears you out aerobically before it has a chance to get to your glutes.
Here's how I perform lunges: On a Smith Machine, with pretty heavy weights... one leg at a time. I will do 2-3 sets, or do them in my 7 Minute Body-style workout fashion. I will finish one leg (and one butt cheek) before moving to the other leg.
Why? Again, to focus on the muscle more intensely and to avoid turning a leg/butt workout into a cardio session.
Jon Benson covers exactly how to work the butt area for the best results in 7 Minute Body and 7 Minute Muscle, found right here:
click.here ----- > http://www.7minutemuscle.com/go/slimanna
USELESS EXERCISE 2: The Sit-up
I'm shocked that people still think sit-ups done the old-fashioned way actually work the abs. Even worse, most people have been fooled into believing this actually helps get rid of bellyfat.
Nonsense. Bellyfat is burned off when you have a good nutrition plan and through general exercise, not using exercises for the abs. Ab exercises are fine, but guess what?
I never train my abs more than 3-5 minutes. Today my ab workout took 3 minutes and 12 seconds to complete. And my abs are sore!
But without the nutrition plan, forget it... I'd never SEE my abs at all. I'd just have a nice wall of muscle with a bunch of flab covering it up.
The best nutrition plan for abs is The Every Other Day Dietplan, found here:
click.here ----- > http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna
The best exercises to do for the actual ab muscles are hanging leg raises, done slowly, crunches (if you do them right)... and that's really all you need.
USELESS EXERCISE 3: The Bench Press
I'm going to get a lot of flack from the guys out there who love to bench, but I'm here to tell you that this exercise for bodyshaping is all but worthless.
Why? Because most people are not built right body-wise to bench press on a flat bench with a barbell. I am not, that's for sure.
Bench presses work if you have short arms, a relatively short torso, and your shoulders are genetically strong.
Protect your shoulders and really work your chest by doing incline dumbbell presses with your palms facing OUT, not in toward your head. This protects the rotator cuff, a part of the shoulder that is often injured using barbell bench presses.
Combine this with a good cable fly or press movement and you're set. Again, you only need about 7-14 minutes of chest work tops to get the job done.
USELESS EXERCISE 4: Most Cardio Exercises
Yep... saved the best for last.
Here's a fact: Most cardio (bike, treadmill, glider, whatever) is a waste to time... UNLESS you do it at the right time with the right nutrition plan.
The calories you burn from cardio will be easily negated simply by eating a bagel! Hardly effective for getting rid of bodyfat. Weight training and/or resistance training at home or with your body weight, as covered in 7 Minute Muscle, is your best bet for exercise that burns-off mega-calories and keeps on burning long after the exercise session is over.
Here's how to use traditional cardio wisely:
1. Do it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach;
2. Keep your heart rate down to 75% of your max (220 minus your age x .75 will give you this number, at least approximately);
3. "Burst" for 2-3 minutes in your session up to 85-90% of your max heart rate.
4. OR, do cardio right after weight or resistance training when your heart rate is already elevated and your blood sugar is lower. Your body burns blood sugar first during exercise.
Cardio for most people only needs to be performed 3-4 times a week for 20 minutes. The only time I break this rule is when I want to get my bodyfat below 10%. Then I will do more, but only using the rules above.Hope this saves you a ton of time with your workouts.
Enjoy your holidays!
Anna
P.S. You can get both books, The Every Other Day Dietplan and 7 Minute Body, for a big-time discount by going here and watching this presentation:click.here ----- >
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna/video
Fitness-365 - Useless Fatburning Exercises
Monday, January 24, 2011
4 Fatloss Tricks No One Tells You About
Editor's Note: Fitness author Jon Benson shared this letter with me and gave me permission to share it with you.
There's a club you should join.
It's called The Insider's Club.
It is that club whose membership is based only on what secret goodies the members possess.
In our case, this is the Fatloss Insider's Club. Only those in the know can join.... freee to them of course... : )
So, if you want to get rid of some lbs...
FATLOSS TRICK 1
Eat Pizza?
Today I went for some New York-style pizza here in Austin, Texas.
Do I feel 'guilty'?
No way... in fact tomorrow I will feel LEANER.
What the what?
I had to set up my body for this bit of metabolic trickery of course. You cannot just "eat pizza" and shed the pounds... I wish you could!
But my personal System for fatloss not only "allows" pizza (and all my other favorite foods)... it DEMANDS that I eat it.
Here's another true story: I blew off my "feed meal" (that's what it is called in my System) four days ago. I have been on a massive fatloss roll for weeks now and frankly I just did not feel like eating a lot.
That's another benefit of my System... it really cuts your appetite and food-cravings down.
Anyway, the next day in the gym I fell on my face! I was weaker and not any leaner. I went home, ate literally about 6000 cals and presto: Leaner than 'ever' the next day and ready to train hard.
Learn how to use this System here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
FATLOSS TRICK 2
The 10-Minute Cardio Trick
If you want to just get into good heart health, you only need GXP Cardio (covered in the System mentioned above) 2-3 days per week for 9-15 minutes. That's it.
However if you want to use "smart cardio" (not long, boring cardio) then you need a bit more. Just a bit.
It's my 10-minute trick.
Start with just every other day. Then move to 4 days... and then 5.
If you are pressed for time, this is ideal. Even if you are not, it works like magic.
10 minutes in the morning 'before' you eat. Just make sure your heart rate is only about 65% of your max... in other words, you are not breathing super-heavy at all, but you are working up a sweat. That's it.
10 minutes 'before' lunch. Just cut your lunch hour short by 10 minutes... that's all. You don't sweat enough to need a shower... don't worry. Walking stairs works great, or walking outside... be creative!
Then 10 'harder' minutes about 2 hours before you go to sleep. Get your heart rate up to where you are breathing a little harder.
That's it.
You can even start with just two sessions of 10 minutes (morning and night) if lunch is out.
FATLOSS TRICK 3
Increase Your Fat?
Yep. I want you to eat more dietary-fat.... but I want you to replace some of your carbohydrates (starch like rice, potatoes, etc.) with healthy fats like olive oil, coconut oil and almonds.
Fat dulls the appetite and all three of the fats above actually help your body get rid of its fat-stores if you decrease carbs.
I have the plan laid out for you. More here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
FATLOSS TRICK 4
Think Resistance
Far better than cardio will ever be. That would be resistance training.
Either weight training or in-home resistance training using bands and bodyweight. Studies confirm what we fitness pros already know: Resistance training not only sculpts the body (cardio cannot) but it also burns 9-12x more bodyfat over the long-term than cardio.
But you need both. And both cardio and resistance training (in-home or in the gym) is worked into my book "7 Minute Body."
You can get it when you pick up "Every Other Day Diet" for 75% off-retail... it is all detailed here...
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
Welcome to the Club!
Yours In Fitness,
J O N B E N S O N
P.S. I'm still giving away "Radical Fatloss Blueprint" along with EODD for a few more days. And I'm giving a lucky few the chance to pick up the Supplement-Kit that comes with Radical Fatloss for almost 100 bucks off... the video and details are here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
Sorry... EODD Readers Only.... so pick it up today.
There's a club you should join.
It's called The Insider's Club.
It is that club whose membership is based only on what secret goodies the members possess.
In our case, this is the Fatloss Insider's Club. Only those in the know can join.... freee to them of course... : )
So, if you want to get rid of some lbs...
FATLOSS TRICK 1
Eat Pizza?
Today I went for some New York-style pizza here in Austin, Texas.
Do I feel 'guilty'?
No way... in fact tomorrow I will feel LEANER.
What the what?
I had to set up my body for this bit of metabolic trickery of course. You cannot just "eat pizza" and shed the pounds... I wish you could!
But my personal System for fatloss not only "allows" pizza (and all my other favorite foods)... it DEMANDS that I eat it.
Here's another true story: I blew off my "feed meal" (that's what it is called in my System) four days ago. I have been on a massive fatloss roll for weeks now and frankly I just did not feel like eating a lot.
That's another benefit of my System... it really cuts your appetite and food-cravings down.
Anyway, the next day in the gym I fell on my face! I was weaker and not any leaner. I went home, ate literally about 6000 cals and presto: Leaner than 'ever' the next day and ready to train hard.
Learn how to use this System here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
FATLOSS TRICK 2
The 10-Minute Cardio Trick
If you want to just get into good heart health, you only need GXP Cardio (covered in the System mentioned above) 2-3 days per week for 9-15 minutes. That's it.
However if you want to use "smart cardio" (not long, boring cardio) then you need a bit more. Just a bit.
It's my 10-minute trick.
Start with just every other day. Then move to 4 days... and then 5.
If you are pressed for time, this is ideal. Even if you are not, it works like magic.
10 minutes in the morning 'before' you eat. Just make sure your heart rate is only about 65% of your max... in other words, you are not breathing super-heavy at all, but you are working up a sweat. That's it.
10 minutes 'before' lunch. Just cut your lunch hour short by 10 minutes... that's all. You don't sweat enough to need a shower... don't worry. Walking stairs works great, or walking outside... be creative!
Then 10 'harder' minutes about 2 hours before you go to sleep. Get your heart rate up to where you are breathing a little harder.
That's it.
You can even start with just two sessions of 10 minutes (morning and night) if lunch is out.
FATLOSS TRICK 3
Increase Your Fat?
Yep. I want you to eat more dietary-fat.... but I want you to replace some of your carbohydrates (starch like rice, potatoes, etc.) with healthy fats like olive oil, coconut oil and almonds.
Fat dulls the appetite and all three of the fats above actually help your body get rid of its fat-stores if you decrease carbs.
I have the plan laid out for you. More here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
FATLOSS TRICK 4
Think Resistance
Far better than cardio will ever be. That would be resistance training.
Either weight training or in-home resistance training using bands and bodyweight. Studies confirm what we fitness pros already know: Resistance training not only sculpts the body (cardio cannot) but it also burns 9-12x more bodyfat over the long-term than cardio.
But you need both. And both cardio and resistance training (in-home or in the gym) is worked into my book "7 Minute Body."
You can get it when you pick up "Every Other Day Diet" for 75% off-retail... it is all detailed here...
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
Welcome to the Club!
Yours In Fitness,
J O N B E N S O N
P.S. I'm still giving away "Radical Fatloss Blueprint" along with EODD for a few more days. And I'm giving a lucky few the chance to pick up the Supplement-Kit that comes with Radical Fatloss for almost 100 bucks off... the video and details are here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
Sorry... EODD Readers Only.... so pick it up today.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Anything Goes Diet Video
Anything Goes Diet
Weight Loss Without The Rules !
Want to lose weight in an enjoyable way?
You must love this video.
I really love it. I think you should as well.
Fitness 365 - Anything Goes Diet
3 "Rebel" Fatloss Tricks
[ Editor's Note: Fitness author Jon Benson shared this letter with me and gave me permission to share it with you.]
You know what?
I like "weird."
I've always been a bit on the fringe side of the fence if you know what I mean.
A bit of a rebel.
So were guys like Einstein, Mozart, and Picasso. Not that I'm putting myself into their category of genius by any stretch... but I love their approach to life.
BE BOLD...OR GO HOME.
Makes sense to me. This life it too darn short for anything less than being bold.
That means taking some risks here and there. That means taking action while the others are content to sit on the couch being the same person they were yesterday.
And the day before...
And the month before...
And the year before.
Do you want to live your years like that? Or do you want to dive into life? Be the greatest "you" possible?
Then be a bit of a rebel.
Here's some "rebel tips" for fatloss I think you'll enjoy...
REBEL TIP 1
Flip The Food Pyramid Upside-down
The USDA's Food Pyramid is an utter joke. It's origins stink up the joint, let me tell you.
First, the grain industry was in a pinch when the Food Pyramid was created. And wouldn't you know it... the grain industry increased their "contributions" (read: bribes) to certain politicians to get placement atop the pyramid... or in this case at the very bottom. The "foundation" if you will.
Just think about this for a moment:
The USDA wants you to eat (gasp) MORE starch than vegetables? More bread than fruits, lean meats, and hormone-producing fats?
Are they NUTS??
Yes... they are nuts. (Which, by the way, are no where near the foundation... nuts, that is.)
You'd be better off flipping the sucker upside-down.
That would look like this:
40% of your cals from healthy fats
30% of your cals from protein
30% of your cals from carbs
Roughly, that is.
Sounds... rebellious, right? Well it is.
Too bad I have the science (and the abs) to back it up.
If you want a system laid out for you, then go here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
REBEL TIP 2
Cardio Is Not Smart-ee-o
At least the way the so-called "experts" want you to do it.
Look: This isn't rocket science. Just walk into any gym...take a look at the folks who only do cardio work for 45-60 minutes every day.
Do they look any different from year to year?
Let me save you some time: NO. They do not.
Cardio (unless you are into endurance sports) is a waste of energy done this way. First, it increases your carbohydrate cravings. For most people that's not a good thing. Why? Because cardio at this pace burns mostly SUGAR, not bodyfat.
What do you want to burn?
Exactly. Bodyfat.
Finally, cardio is no where near as efficient as resistance training at dissolving bodyfat... and certainly not even CLOSE to resistance training when it comes to shaping lean muscle and getting the look all these cardio bunnies are after.
Now, I 'do' have a rebel cardio trick... and it takes 9-15 minutes 2-3 times a week to perform.
That's it. And you get ALL the benefits heart-wise of long-session cardio. Combine that with some brisk walking and my overall fitness plan and presto: No more bodyfat.
Here's what is cool: I put my new in-home version of this resistance-based workout online for a few days at a major discount... but it's only for people who pick up this:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
This is completely illustrated with photos too... and you do not need anything but resistance bands and perhaps some cheap dumbbells to do this in-home. Or you can use the gym-based workouts (included with videos.)
Train like this just 3-5 days a week and you can kiss long, boring cardio goodbye.
REBEL TIP 3
Do Not Overwork Your Abs
Here's a mistake I see most people make in the gym: They do endless sets of crunches, leg raises, and (gasp again) sit-ups... all geared toward seeing those toned abs they want.
Guess what?
Waste of time.
In fact, it's worse than that... it can literally shut down your recovery ability. You'll slow your progress in the gym (or at home)... and your fat-burning too.
And you may give up your plan entirely because of it.
Here's the brutal truth: Ab 'muscles' are easy to build. It only takes about 3 minutes 2-3 times a week... that's it.
(Note: I included my "3 Minute Abs" in the fitness book I just told you about... it's only for those who get EODD though...)
The muscles are not what make your stomach flatter... it's the nutrition plan folks.
You're just building muscle underneath layers of bodyfat... not good.
I do very little direct ab training. When I do it's usually 3-5 minutes tops 2 days a week. And my abs are... well... good. : )
I rely on resistance training and my special "favorite foods dietplan" to get and stay lean.
More about it all here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
So be a rebel.
Thumb your nose at the establishment and step out on your own.
Trust me: You'll be a leader in every sense of the word if you do.
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
You know what?
I like "weird."
I've always been a bit on the fringe side of the fence if you know what I mean.
A bit of a rebel.
So were guys like Einstein, Mozart, and Picasso. Not that I'm putting myself into their category of genius by any stretch... but I love their approach to life.
BE BOLD...OR GO HOME.
Makes sense to me. This life it too darn short for anything less than being bold.
That means taking some risks here and there. That means taking action while the others are content to sit on the couch being the same person they were yesterday.
And the day before...
And the month before...
And the year before.
Do you want to live your years like that? Or do you want to dive into life? Be the greatest "you" possible?
Then be a bit of a rebel.
Here's some "rebel tips" for fatloss I think you'll enjoy...
REBEL TIP 1
Flip The Food Pyramid Upside-down
The USDA's Food Pyramid is an utter joke. It's origins stink up the joint, let me tell you.
First, the grain industry was in a pinch when the Food Pyramid was created. And wouldn't you know it... the grain industry increased their "contributions" (read: bribes) to certain politicians to get placement atop the pyramid... or in this case at the very bottom. The "foundation" if you will.
Just think about this for a moment:
The USDA wants you to eat (gasp) MORE starch than vegetables? More bread than fruits, lean meats, and hormone-producing fats?
Are they NUTS??
Yes... they are nuts. (Which, by the way, are no where near the foundation... nuts, that is.)
You'd be better off flipping the sucker upside-down.
That would look like this:
40% of your cals from healthy fats
30% of your cals from protein
30% of your cals from carbs
Roughly, that is.
Sounds... rebellious, right? Well it is.
Too bad I have the science (and the abs) to back it up.
If you want a system laid out for you, then go here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
REBEL TIP 2
Cardio Is Not Smart-ee-o
At least the way the so-called "experts" want you to do it.
Look: This isn't rocket science. Just walk into any gym...take a look at the folks who only do cardio work for 45-60 minutes every day.
Do they look any different from year to year?
Let me save you some time: NO. They do not.
Cardio (unless you are into endurance sports) is a waste of energy done this way. First, it increases your carbohydrate cravings. For most people that's not a good thing. Why? Because cardio at this pace burns mostly SUGAR, not bodyfat.
What do you want to burn?
Exactly. Bodyfat.
Finally, cardio is no where near as efficient as resistance training at dissolving bodyfat... and certainly not even CLOSE to resistance training when it comes to shaping lean muscle and getting the look all these cardio bunnies are after.
Now, I 'do' have a rebel cardio trick... and it takes 9-15 minutes 2-3 times a week to perform.
That's it. And you get ALL the benefits heart-wise of long-session cardio. Combine that with some brisk walking and my overall fitness plan and presto: No more bodyfat.
Here's what is cool: I put my new in-home version of this resistance-based workout online for a few days at a major discount... but it's only for people who pick up this:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
This is completely illustrated with photos too... and you do not need anything but resistance bands and perhaps some cheap dumbbells to do this in-home. Or you can use the gym-based workouts (included with videos.)
Train like this just 3-5 days a week and you can kiss long, boring cardio goodbye.
REBEL TIP 3
Do Not Overwork Your Abs
Here's a mistake I see most people make in the gym: They do endless sets of crunches, leg raises, and (gasp again) sit-ups... all geared toward seeing those toned abs they want.
Guess what?
Waste of time.
In fact, it's worse than that... it can literally shut down your recovery ability. You'll slow your progress in the gym (or at home)... and your fat-burning too.
And you may give up your plan entirely because of it.
Here's the brutal truth: Ab 'muscles' are easy to build. It only takes about 3 minutes 2-3 times a week... that's it.
(Note: I included my "3 Minute Abs" in the fitness book I just told you about... it's only for those who get EODD though...)
The muscles are not what make your stomach flatter... it's the nutrition plan folks.
You're just building muscle underneath layers of bodyfat... not good.
I do very little direct ab training. When I do it's usually 3-5 minutes tops 2 days a week. And my abs are... well... good. : )
I rely on resistance training and my special "favorite foods dietplan" to get and stay lean.
More about it all here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
So be a rebel.
Thumb your nose at the establishment and step out on your own.
Trust me: You'll be a leader in every sense of the word if you do.
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
5 Surprising Things That Make You Leaner
[ Editor's Note: Fitness author Jon Benson shared this letter with me and gave me permission to share it with you. ]
Want to be leaner?
Good deal... here's 5 tips that will help you along...
TIP 1
Ditch The Starch
Starches, such as rice, potatoes, some veggies, oats, etc. are often considered "health foods.
"While they can be healthy, they can also pack on stomach bodyfat like crazy if you overdo them.
As you may know, my "Every Other Day Diet" System (EODD) actually encourages you to eat starches and even sweets several days a week to get rid of excess weight:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
( Some of you may see a survey here on how best to help with your bodyweight goals. )
Well... how does THAT work?
Simple: Timing is everything.
And we take a "weekly" approach to foods rather than a daily approach. This keeps your metabolism guessing. If your body cannot figure out what you're up to, fatburning is that much more powerful. And you can get by with eating starches... at least a specific times on specific days.
But if you're not going to do EODD, then you'll have to wing it. And the best way to wing it is to simply cut starches out entirely for 4-8 weeks. Then slowly add them back a few days per week.
This is no where near as effective (or as fun) as the EODD method, but it will get you pointed in the right direction.
TIP 2
Can The Sodas
This one is really hard for me. I've been hooked on diet-soda on and off for years. When I go to get into top shape (like I am now) I have to get rid of the diet-sodas... yes, DIET-sodas. Need I say "real" sodas too? They are loaded with sugar.
Why diet-sodas? A recent study revealed that people who drank diet-sodas actually increased bodyfat when compared to those who drank sugar-sodas. What the... ??
Yep. Your body cannot be fooled by aspartame and chemicals. Sorry, but that's the truth.
Here's a personal story: When I cut out the diet-sodas my bodyfat drops like a rock in a pond of clear water.
And that's what you need to be drinking: A quart of pure water per 50 lbs of bodyweight a day.
I mix it with lemon and a bit of Stevia (an herbal sweetener) and make lemonade. It's wonderful!
TIP 3
Stay Hungry
Arnold's first movie was "Stay Hungry" (well, after "Pumping Iron" that is). You cannot rest on your butt and stay hungry. You cannot think you've "arrived" and stay hungry.
It takes a special person to be hungry... and an even greater one to stay that way.
I want you to stay hungry in two ways: In how you workout and literally... stay a bit hungry before you go to bed. Not "starving"... just a bit hungry.
For your workouts, I have a great solution. If you pick up EODD you'll get a limited shot at "7 Minute Body"... my combination of "7 Minute Muscle" and "The 7 Minute In-Home Workout" in one book... and for more than half off... but that's a very limited deal. Gotta have EODD... you'll need them both...
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
( Some of you may see a survey here on how best to help with your bodyweight goals. )
You see, progression -- "forced" progression -- is the best way to stay hungry. 7 Minute Body forces you to progress without thinking about it. Progression is built into the System.
As far as staying hungry at night? Check with your doctor and if he/she okays it take 500mg of potassium and 1000mg of magnesium/calcium a few hours prior to bed. This helps with the hunger pangs. Also, keep hard-boiled eggs in the fridge. If you get really hungry, eat one with half the yolk (toss the other half.) It keeps me full for an hour at least.
TIP 4
Cardio Clarity
Hours and hours of cardio a day is not the answer. However, you can do "light" cardio (i.e. brisk walking, or riding the bike at 60% of your max) just to burn off calories. That's okay... and personally I don't find it that boring if I'm watching a TV show. It does not interfere with my main fatloss exercise (weight training... YES!) and it burns off about 400 calories an hour.
What does work is early morning fasting cardio... but you only need 9-15 minutes. I explain the GXP Protocol (Modified) in the 7 Minute Body book, available only if you pick up EODD, and you can get it at more than half off:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
( Some of you may see a survey here on how best to help with your bodyweight goals. )
TIP 5
Get Raw At Night
Raw veggies with your last meal and as a snack will really help your fatburning along. I started with red peppers because they're sweet. Now I eat virtually every veggie raw at night without thinking about it. Give this a shot. The fatloss is well worth it.
----> Note From Anna: Jon is still giving away "Radical Fatloss Blueprint" along with EODD for a few more days. And he is giving a lucky few the chance to pick up the Supplement-Kit that comes with Radical Fatloss for almost 100 bucks off... the video and details are here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
Fitness 365 - Five Tips To Make You Leaner
Want to be leaner?
Good deal... here's 5 tips that will help you along...
TIP 1
Ditch The Starch
Starches, such as rice, potatoes, some veggies, oats, etc. are often considered "health foods.
"While they can be healthy, they can also pack on stomach bodyfat like crazy if you overdo them.
As you may know, my "Every Other Day Diet" System (EODD) actually encourages you to eat starches and even sweets several days a week to get rid of excess weight:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
( Some of you may see a survey here on how best to help with your bodyweight goals. )
Well... how does THAT work?
Simple: Timing is everything.
And we take a "weekly" approach to foods rather than a daily approach. This keeps your metabolism guessing. If your body cannot figure out what you're up to, fatburning is that much more powerful. And you can get by with eating starches... at least a specific times on specific days.
But if you're not going to do EODD, then you'll have to wing it. And the best way to wing it is to simply cut starches out entirely for 4-8 weeks. Then slowly add them back a few days per week.
This is no where near as effective (or as fun) as the EODD method, but it will get you pointed in the right direction.
TIP 2
Can The Sodas
This one is really hard for me. I've been hooked on diet-soda on and off for years. When I go to get into top shape (like I am now) I have to get rid of the diet-sodas... yes, DIET-sodas. Need I say "real" sodas too? They are loaded with sugar.
Why diet-sodas? A recent study revealed that people who drank diet-sodas actually increased bodyfat when compared to those who drank sugar-sodas. What the... ??
Yep. Your body cannot be fooled by aspartame and chemicals. Sorry, but that's the truth.
Here's a personal story: When I cut out the diet-sodas my bodyfat drops like a rock in a pond of clear water.
And that's what you need to be drinking: A quart of pure water per 50 lbs of bodyweight a day.
I mix it with lemon and a bit of Stevia (an herbal sweetener) and make lemonade. It's wonderful!
TIP 3
Stay Hungry
Arnold's first movie was "Stay Hungry" (well, after "Pumping Iron" that is). You cannot rest on your butt and stay hungry. You cannot think you've "arrived" and stay hungry.
It takes a special person to be hungry... and an even greater one to stay that way.
I want you to stay hungry in two ways: In how you workout and literally... stay a bit hungry before you go to bed. Not "starving"... just a bit hungry.
For your workouts, I have a great solution. If you pick up EODD you'll get a limited shot at "7 Minute Body"... my combination of "7 Minute Muscle" and "The 7 Minute In-Home Workout" in one book... and for more than half off... but that's a very limited deal. Gotta have EODD... you'll need them both...
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
( Some of you may see a survey here on how best to help with your bodyweight goals. )
You see, progression -- "forced" progression -- is the best way to stay hungry. 7 Minute Body forces you to progress without thinking about it. Progression is built into the System.
As far as staying hungry at night? Check with your doctor and if he/she okays it take 500mg of potassium and 1000mg of magnesium/calcium a few hours prior to bed. This helps with the hunger pangs. Also, keep hard-boiled eggs in the fridge. If you get really hungry, eat one with half the yolk (toss the other half.) It keeps me full for an hour at least.
TIP 4
Cardio Clarity
Hours and hours of cardio a day is not the answer. However, you can do "light" cardio (i.e. brisk walking, or riding the bike at 60% of your max) just to burn off calories. That's okay... and personally I don't find it that boring if I'm watching a TV show. It does not interfere with my main fatloss exercise (weight training... YES!) and it burns off about 400 calories an hour.
What does work is early morning fasting cardio... but you only need 9-15 minutes. I explain the GXP Protocol (Modified) in the 7 Minute Body book, available only if you pick up EODD, and you can get it at more than half off:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
( Some of you may see a survey here on how best to help with your bodyweight goals. )
TIP 5
Get Raw At Night
Raw veggies with your last meal and as a snack will really help your fatburning along. I started with red peppers because they're sweet. Now I eat virtually every veggie raw at night without thinking about it. Give this a shot. The fatloss is well worth it.
----> Note From Anna: Jon is still giving away "Radical Fatloss Blueprint" along with EODD for a few more days. And he is giving a lucky few the chance to pick up the Supplement-Kit that comes with Radical Fatloss for almost 100 bucks off... the video and details are here:
http://www.everyotherdaydiet.com/go/slimanna <-- click.
Fitness 365 - Five Tips To Make You Leaner
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