The most common excuse for failing at fitness goals is “I’m too busy”. When the going gets tough in your personal and professional life, it is often exercise and nutrition that have to give way for…
How to Lose Weight Correctly with a Walking Routine FACT: Women who walk at least four hours a week reduce the chances of heart disease by as much as 35% (Manson et al, 1999). Walking is an…
10 Small Diet Changes that Guarantee A Slimmer You When you think of dieting, are you thinking of a few weeks or months of suffering and starvation? Most people have a pretty intense perspective on…
As you peruse the grocery aisle, you are bombarded with product after product that boasts “Low-Fat!” or “Fat-Free!” In our pursuit of health, we often opt for these items thinking they are the…
How to Cook Healthy Dinners That Still Taste Amazing (With 3 Recipes You Can Try Tonight) Whether you prefer "chef-worthy" or "Chef Boyardee", there's one thing most of you can use a little help…
Weightloss and the Mind - 4 Enemies of Weight Loss The Top 4 Enemies of Weightloss! To lose weight you need a good diet, to keep it off, you will need the right tools in order to succeed. Along with…
Are You Nutrient Deficient? Your workouts and exercising regiments are important to you. They keep you in shape, toned, and feeling alive. If you are not getting enough essential nutrients, your…
In order to get the most out of your marathon training regime, you will have to fuel your body with the right nutrients. The right foods will give your body the nutrients that it needs to sustain a…
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Tips for Adding Green Smoothie to Your Lose Weight Program My mother recently got me started using green smoothies when I came home for the holidays. I got hooked and make them nearly every day now…
What word comes to mind when you hear the word diet? Most often than not, it is deprivation. We diet by regulating what we eat. We diet because we either want to maintain, to gain, or to lose weight.…
(NaturalNews) Americans are eating more and gaining weight with rapid speed, and many people have theories about why this is, but the truth could very well be that in an effort to sell more food and…
Whether you’re bulking, cutting, or just looking for a healthy food choice, most athletes are always looking for ways to include more high-quality protein in their diet. It’s essential for muscle…
Five Tips to Start Eating Healthier Eating healthier is a goal for many individuals, but it is hard to get started. Those who are looking for ways to lose weight, feel healthy or simply eat better…
Generally speaking, diet foods are gross. We've all been there and tried that, and when healthy foods taste as nasty as they look and sound, it's hard to stick to a plan that will help you lose…
There is not a single person on this planet who is not concerned about losing weight. One must remember that where weight loss is voiced, it mostly means to lose excess belly fat, which a person…
Healthy Diet Plan to Reduce Weight Easily You want to lose those extra pounds you gained during your holidays or before going on a holiday or an occasion: The GM diet – the general motors’ diet is…
Are you struggling to lose weight? Fighting that inner urge to eat. Trying to ignore the call of the gym for a few extra minutes in bed. The weight loss story is the fight of our lives. And it’s no…
What is the Optimal Rate of Weight Loss? Often the health and fitness community creates dogma and recommendations that don’t get the scrutiny they deserve. The purpose of this post is to explore the…
3 Reasons You Can’t Lose Fat And Gain Muscle At The Same Time (And 3 Reasons You Can) Pretty much every single person who has set foot in the weight room has done so in order to get bigger muscles.…
NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM A new diet that promotes a high-protein, low-fat, low-carb eating style has quickly become a hot trend among people looking to shed a few pounds and gain a few coveted holes on…
MONTREAL - With more than 500 research papers under his belt, several of which have been cited in excess of 1,000 times, Steven Blair is to fitness what the Beatles were to rock music. A certified…
Did you know that insomnia can turn you into an eating machine and gain extra pounds? Well, unfortunately this is true and many people don’t realize it. Rest assured though, as today we’ll examine…
Want an easy way to drop 15 pounds? A new study done by the University of Missouri-Columbia says by walking the dog for just 20 minutes a day, 5 days a week you can lose an average of 14 pounds. This…
You may have heard and realized that it's more difficult for women to lose fat than men. Immediately most people think it must be estrogen or some hormonal issues. But perhaps the biggest factor is…
Drinking water is one of the best ways to keep you healthy and also lose weight at the same time. It’s a great way to protect yourself from a heart attack and digestive problems and it’s also gives…
Lately, pistachios have been making headlines and getting t.v. time as being called the "lowest calorie nut." Pistachios just so happen to give this impression of being the lowest calorie containing…
Here’s a great reason to celebrate colder weather and shorter days: Pomegranate fruit! While it seems that pomegranate juice is more frequently consumed as a pre-packaged juice compared to the fresh…
Pumpkin Power: Stealth Food By Ivan Blazquez, M.Ed, B.S., ACSM, NGA Pro Natural Bodybuilder, Triathlete Many have heard of the phrase "protein power," but fewer have heard of pumpkin power.…
Its been called the "Youth Hormone" and for a good reason, Human Growth Hormone (HGH) can • Increase lean muscle mass • Improve bone density • Improve skin tone and elasticity • Decrease body fat •…
With summer pretty much here, everyone will be looking to lose fat and tighten up. Many people don't want to just look good on the beach; if you're a bodybuilder you will also need to look good on…
By Ivan Blazquez, M.Ed, B.S., ACSM, NGA Pro Natural Bodybuilder, Triathlete While "Go Green" has been a catchy buzz phrase recently, this should not take away from the literal effectiveness of…
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Iron isn’t just for pumping—you need it in your diet to build strong muscles and keep your blood, well, pumping. Sure, you can always go the Popeye the Sailor route and down a can of spinach a day,…
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Green tea has been known to the Asian world since its discovery by Shennong, the emperor of China some 5000 years ago. The ‘Divine Farmer,’ as he was called, personally tested hundreds of herbs to…
If you want to lose body fat with good speed, it’s not rocket science to assume you need a high enough calorie deficit, but that creates a problem. The greater the deficit, the faster and sooner your…
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Lets fact it, we don't always have time for Cardio,,,, or do we?Any cardio is better than No Cardio but how do you fit it in on a busy schedule? Getting In Your Cardio As we've said countless times…
A Protein Shake in the Morning is Complete Meal for a Balanced Start to the Day Sunday, August 02, 2009 by: Alex Howard, citizen journalist Source: Natural News (NaturalNews) Having a protein drink…
The Whey It Is by Will Brink, author of: Muscle Building Nutrition - Muscle Gaining Diet, Training Routines & Bodybuilding Supplement Review Diet Supplements Revealed - Real World Fat Loss Diet &…
Soy Protein and its reputation in bodybuilding "The (Partial) Vindication Of Soy Protein" By Will Brink, author of: Muscle Building Nutrition "The (Partial) Vindication Of Soy Protein" Readers note:…
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Protein, The Essential Nutrient By James Judd, BA, author of "This is not your Father's Body" Protein is one of the most important and essential foods our bodies need on a daily basis. As much as…
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The Transformation of Jeff Stetton By: Jeff Setton Vital Stats Name: Jeff Setton Email: jeff.setton@rogers.com Weight Before: 352lbs Weight After: 170lbs BF% Before: 48.9% BF% After: 6.7% Lean Muscle…
The Transformation of Jeff Mines: Read how Jeff went from a 243 lb pre-diabetic to an athletic 165 lbs "The decision was mine to make. No one could do this for me" "Through the experience I have had…
The Nutritional Strategy of a World Champion Dr. Joe Klemczewski of Perfect Peaking: 2010Nancy Hanna didn’t expect to win the WNBF World Championships in 2005. “My personal goal in addition to being…
The Shell Game that is the "Proprietary Blend" Nutritional Supplement By Will Brink, The Shell Game that is the "Proprietary Blend" Nutritional Supplement Recently I wrote an article entitled "Terms,…
Steven Thompson is a Personal Trainer, Professional Motocross Racer, Competitive Bodybuilder, and owner of a Health & Nutrition store in Colorado Springs. In this first part of a 2 part series, Steve…
Study: Artificial Sweeteners Increase Weight Gain Odds Fake Sweeteners, Lack of Calories May Trick Brain Source: ABC News.com Calorie-conscious consumers who opt for diet sodas may gain more weight…
Soy Protein and its reputation in bodybuilding "The (Partial) Vindication Of Soy Protein" By Will Brink, author of: Muscle Building Nutrition "The (Partial) Vindication Of Soy Protein" Readers note:…
Triumph over Snack Attacks by Lynn Grieger, R.D., C.D.E. Home - To Main Article Page - Diet We all face snack attacks: after work when the kids are hungry and we're frazzled from a hectic day; late…
The Simplest Weight Loss Tips No One Follows - but should! By Will Brink, The Simplest Weight Loss Tips No One Follows I have a Cheez-It problem. You’re not listening, I really have a Cheez-It…
Protein Powder, It's not just for Shakes! 9 Great Protein Powder Recipes to try at Home By Shannon Clark Protein Powder & Oatmeal: Protein Powder Cottage Cheese: Protein Peanut Butter Balls: Easy…
Preventing Holiday Weight Gain by Shannon Clark With the holidays coming many people are going to be worried about the extra weight that accumulates due to doing a little to few workouts and eating a…
It's All In The Timing: Pre & Post Workout Nutrition (The latest on Pre and Post Workout Nutrition) By Will Brink Author Of It's All In The Timing: Pre & Post Workout Nutrition (The latest on Pre and…
PEAK WEEK – IT HAS TO BE PERFECT! By Dr. Joe Klemczewski "I could fill a book with the quotes I hear at contests from competitors who placed from second to last in their class. There are many…
Have a low fat recipe that you really like, share it with others. Send your low fat recipe to kerry@liftforlife.com with "low fat recipe" in the subject line. The low fat recipes on this page are…
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Unfortunately, sometimes life gets in the way of life. With the hectic jobs we have and frantic world we live in, there often is not much time left over to eat a meal. Usually in our daily lives we…
Water: How much should you drink every day? Dave Parise C.P.T. How much water should you drink each day? — a simple question with no easy answers. Studies have produced varying recommendations over…
How to Lose Weight Just as I get a lot of e-mails and phone calls on how to gain weight, I get even more asking how to go about losing weight effectively and safely. When attempting to lose weight…
Holidays are difficult times for fitness-minded people. They are so tied in to food as an integral part of the holiday. One thing to do with any holiday is to enjoy the company, enjoy the…
Hard-Case Weight Loss Part II by Dr. Joe Klemczewski I always appreciate reader feedback as a barometer for what competitors are most interested in. Some like very technical, scientific information,…
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Eating Intelligently for Mass If you want to be big, you have to eat big. This is one of the absolute truths of bodybuilding. To be big, you MUST eat big! End of story! No ifs, ands or buts about it…
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Dieting to Win How to Diet to Win your Bodybuilding or Fitness Competition Summer is around the corner and another bodybuilding season is gearing up. Did you accomplish your physique goals to make…
Three years ago I entered my very first bodybuilding competition. Armed with only the internal desire to compete and inspired by other friends I met at the gym (namely Will Owens who recently placed…
You're going to lose weight You're going to get in shape You're going to improve your health But How? By Dave Parise HOW DO I GET TO WHERE I WANT TO BE? 1. YOU MUST EAT EVERY 3 1/2 HOURS. Begin no…
Understanding Trans fats and why they are dangerous Trans fats are fatty acids which do not occur naturally. To understand the danger these man-made molecules pose to us, we must understand the…
The Final Touch in Pre-Contest Preparation Subject: Contest finishing touches? Thomas Incledon, MS, RD, LD, LN, CSCS, NSCA-CPT Question: I have a question about getting ready for a contest. All I've…
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One of the most important things to remember when staring a diet is that you must create a catabolic environment for yourself. “What the heck is catabolic?” you might be saying. Catabolism is just a…
"Brink's Unified Theory of Nutrition" By Will Brink, "Brink's Unified Theory of Nutrition" When people hear the term Unified Theory, some times called the Grand Unified Theory, or even "Theory of…
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