Strong Mind, Strong Body - Review
Strong Mind, Strong Body
As a habit, I visit other fitness blogs, along with others that have nothing to do with our niche. I do this partly as a scouting mission to see what they’re doing, but mostly it’s social networking. There are a handful of these that I tend to frequent. They all have unique points of view, and I enjoy interacting with them on their turf.
The other day I was visiting one such blog. Right up at the top I noticed that they were advertising their new product. We are in no way, shape or form connected to this product. I just found it interesting, and want to pass the information along to you.
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Are you ready to win a Super Bowl?
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It’s all in the game
It was one week before school started. We all gathered on the lush green field. The chalk was freshly laid down. It was going to be a hot day. The sites, the sound–I was soaking it all in.
I was a slightly overweight sophomore. To make matters more interesting, I was also the new kid, having just moved because I was a Navy brat. I had been dreaming of this day since I was nine when I saw my best friend‘s brother play. This was the first day of high school football.
I knew the game pretty well (or so I thought). Was I in for a shock! At the tender age of 15, and having never played organized football, I was about to learn the game intimately. This first week of practice was the introduction.
We called it Hell Week. For the Juniors and Seniors, they knew what to expect. For us the rest of us, even the ones that had played in Pop Warner or in Junior High, we were in for a rude awakening, starting with two-a-days.
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The nutritionist chronicles - Part 1
By Becki
The following is the first installment of my visits with my new nutritionist. We signed on for a 9 visit program, and I will journal about each visit.
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On my first visit I did a lot of talking. My nutritionist took this time to get to know what I am currently doing, and where I am headed. She took this time to see how much I know, and what my bad (and good) habits are. Mine, you may be wondering–I am very anal about anything that passes my lips except when it come to my diet pop. I am drinking 12-13 a day. My one vice. I eat very low fat, which I will have to learn to overcome. I count every calorie, every carb, every protein. I exercise ritually every morning (very early) 5 days a week.
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10 reasons why you need a Personal Trainer
Guest author Toni Filipone
People need to hire Personal Trainers for a variety of reasons. Mostly, it is a last resort. They have tried everything and they NEED the accountability, education and motivation to reach whatever fitness goal it is they have. My clients not only get the physical part of training, but 2 other pieces. The emotional side to why they put the weight on in the first place, and nutrition.
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Are you ready for the powers of coffee?
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Strength in every sip
Most people enjoy good coffee in one way or another. Arguably it’s the most widely consumed beverage in the world short of water. Coffee offers health benefits that very few realize.
It is becoming widely known that coffee contains antioxidants. These, are known for fighting cancer. A number of studies have been done over the years showing coffee’s cancer fighting powers.
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Losing It and Keeping Fit!-Review
The setup
We were recently asked by Gaiam to review a new DVD starring Jenny Craig’s spoke person, Valerie Bertinelli. The title is “Losing It and Keeping Fit!“. We already own a tai chi and a yoga DVD put out by Gaiam. I figured this would be a slam dunk.
In the interested of disclosure, let’s get this out of the way right up front. The only compensation that we’ve received for this review is a copy of “Losing It and Keeping Fit!”. The link at the bottom page will take you directly to Gaiam’s website, and is not an affiliate link. On top of all of this, we’ll use it as a prize for a contest later this year.
Disclaimer - I had a crush on Ms. Bertinelli when I was a young boy. Have no fears, I will not let that sway my opinion.
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Get strong-10 brilliant (and slightly badass) ways to do it
A new way to reach old goals
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Losing weight and building muscle are fantastic goals. But what about getting strong? Everybody can benefit from increased strength-from opening a jar of pickles to lugging a kid around. Here are 10 brilliant (and slightly badass) ways to get stronger.
- Kettle bells - Training with these little beasties is a sure way to build overall strength. If you don’t know what to do with a kettle bell don’t be alarmed. Due to their popularity, many gyms are offering classes. You will increase overall body strength, and have a fun time doing it.
Stop wasting your time-Lift weights to make real progress
Make the most of your time and effort
Stop wasting your time. Lifting weights is the only way to make real progress. There is nothing wrong with cardio work. It may not be my favorite thing, there is a time and place for it. But did you know that you will see faster results through strength training?
Let’s start off by assuring anybody with a concern (ladies?). You will not bulk up like a man.
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The 10 best exercise tips ever
We present to you the 10 best exercise tips ever:
- Get medical clearance - There may be a medical reason for not just jumping into a new exercise plan. Why put yourself in harms way? It is sage advice to go get a physical, and get a doctor to give you the okay to proceed.
- Hire professional help - Whether you are a seasoned gym veteran, or a total newbie, it’s a good idea to get help. A Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) will help you layout an effective workout. When it comes to proper form, a CPT will set you straight.
A Registered Nutritionist/Dietician will layout a proper meal plan. They will show you what to eat, and what not to eat.
Battle your weight this year – and win
Guest post by Ali Hale
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Hands up if you’ve made a New Year’s resolution (or even a New Decade resolution). Keep those hands up if you’ve resolved to lose some weight.
The statistics are shocking. Two thirds of Americans are overweight; half of those are considered obese. Being overweight is a risk factor for major deadly diseases like heart disease, stroke and diabetes.
Couple that with the fact that an estimated 90-97% of New Year’s resolutions don’t succeed, and a heck of a lot of us are headed for an early grave – or at least a nasty wake-up call.
