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Aug23
Good Morning BE GREAT TODAY Good Morning BE GREAT TODAY http://www.MMAsportsExpo.com/ Everyone Deserves to be a champion..
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Aug18
Famous Quote By Bruce Lee“Empty your mind, be formless, shapeless - like water. Now you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup, you put water into a bottle, it becomes the bottle, you put it in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Now water can flow or it can crash. Be water, my friend.”
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Aug10
Inspiration for the WeekWe make the world we live in and shape our own environment. Do you like the shape you're living in? You can be in whatever shape you want call me 609-923-2663
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Aug3
You can do itWhen you are to tired to lift one more weight, or just can't come out for the next round remember Failure is only the opportunity to more intelligently begin again. Train Hard and Don't ever Give up
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Jul16
New TV show and Expo UpdateHey guys check out our new TV show and updates for the 9th Annual MMA and Sports Extravaganza in Atlantic City OCtober 22nd thru 24th at the Taj Mahal
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May16
Recap of last 4 weeks and the new Food LineHey everyone we are very excited about our next 4 MMA & Sports Extravaganzas in Atlantic City, Philadelphia, Denver and New York. We have also launched our New TV/Radio hybrid program that includes the Internet with Social Networking the HD TV program on our Web site MMAsportsExpo.com and on ESPN Radio 950am. Check it out.
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Apr10
Social Networking is WORKINGWell I have been in the Fitness Industry for over 25 years now. When I started I walked house to house putting flyers into peoples houses and it would take me a long time to meet new people and get new clients. Here we are in 2010 and I meet new people and clients every day all over the world through FACEBOOK, YouTube, TWITTER, Myspace, MeetUp and More. It is amazing that 80 percent of my business is off of the internet now and that my clients all keep in touch with me via my Blackberry Storm. CRAZY WORLD. Go to my FACEBOOK page click here http://www.facebook.com/people/Philly-Sport-Expo/100000110959973
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Mar18
New TV show to Cover Local Sporting EventsI invite everyone to our new web site at www.MMAsportsExpo.com it will be covering all 4 Cities that we are running our MMA & Sports Extravaganza's and our New TV show MMA & Sports Xtreme Show that will air on our Network and on local ESPN.
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Jan23
Health Benefits of Eating ApplesMedicinal values of Apple: Recent studies have shown that an apple a day keeps you away from Alzheimer’s, lung cancer, breast cancer and heart problems. It is also reported that apples reduces the risk of colon and prostate cancer. The most famous proverb: “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” signifies the lots of health benefits of apples.
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Dec29
Avoid These 7 Foods and You're Off To A Healthier New Year1. Canned Tomatoes
The expert: Fredrick vom Saal, PhD, an endocrinologist at the University of Missouri who studies bisphenol-A
The resin linings of tin cans contain bisphenol-A, a synthetic estrogen that has been linked to ailments ranging from reproductive problems to heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Acidity -- a prominent characteristic of tomatoes -- causes BPA to leach into your food.
2. Corn-Fed Beef
The expert: Joel Salatin, co-owner of Polyface Farms and author of books on sustainable farming
Cattle were designed to eat grass, not grains. But farmers today feed their animals corn and soybeans, which fatten up the animals faster for slaughter. A recent comprehensive study found that compared with corn-fed beef, grass-fed beef is higher in beta-carotene, vitamin E, omega-3s, conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), calcium, magnesium, and potassium.
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Dec10
Why you should use this super spice for healthWhat's Your Best Sources for Turmeric?
So by now, you might be wondering about potential sources of turmeric.
Well, you may already know you can find it in the spice aisle of your local grocery store. But as mentioned earlier, I don't recommend using your local grocery store, due to the quality of their herbs and spices.
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Dec3
How to Prevent the Flu -- as Easy as 1, 2, 3...Colds are a leading cause of doctor visits and missed days from work and school, and this season is no exception. Americans suffer from approximately 1 billion colds per year, or about two to four colds per year for the average adult.
But why do people start getting sick as the leaves start to fall?
Unfortunately in the US, thanks to the CDC, nearly anyone seeing their doctor for a cold will be told that they are infected with H1N1 and will be added to the already inflated CDC statistics.
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Nov17
What the Inventor of the Flu Shot NOW Thinks of the VaccinePresident Obama and his top health officials are engaging in a major public relations effort to divert attention away from whether its swine flu vaccine is effective and safe by focusing attention on whether there is enough of it to go around. And the media is cooperating fully.
Increasing numbers of scientists and doctors are issuing harsh criticisms of the government’s plan to vaccinate virtually the entire U.S. population with a poorly tested vaccine that is not only ineffective against swine flu, but could cripple and even kill many more people than it helps.
The CDC’s public relations campaign has been running “scare” ads that portray swine flu as a full-blown “pandemic” responsible for snuffing out countless lives. But scientists and health officials throughout the world have called the governments claims unjustified and deliberately misleading.
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Global Research October 29, 2009
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Oct24
How to Lose Upper Arm Fat Everyone has a time in their life when they become self conscious about that excess upper arm fat, and this can be true for men and women. At this point you have more than likely made the decision to lose this upper arm fat, but don't know where or how to start.
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Oct8
Why you need ProteinBody builders, athletes and active people everywhere are drinking more protein shakes than ever... even when they don't taste all that great.
Dieters looking to lose those extra pounds fast are replacing daily candy bars with protein bars... even when they taste more like sawdust than sweets.
People of all shapes and sizes and activity levels from teens to retirees are beginning to finally understand the value of protein in their daily diet.
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So, what's all the buzz about?
Protein is an essential part of *every* cell in your entire body.
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Sep28
Treadmill vs ellipticalTwo of the most popular types of exercise equipment these days are the ellipticals and the treadmills and the manufacturers and fitness experts are quite vocal about calling attention to the benefits of each type of machine.
But, sometimes all this information, advertising, and claims can make choosing between the treadmill vs elliptical difficult and even confusing. Both types of machines are commonly in use in fitness centers and there are also a variety of models of both available for use in the home.
When comparing treadmills to ellipticals, you will find that treadmill equipment has been on the market for decades and is therefore more widely known, is more commonplace, and also currently has a larger following of users.
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Sep23
Jump Rope to Lose FatJumping rope can be a great addition to a weight-loss program. It costs next-to-nothing (all you need is a jump rope), you can do it anywhere, it doesn't require any special training and it's efficient. Minute for minute, jumping rope burns 2.3 times more calories than walking at a pace of 3 miles per hour. A 150-lb. person burns about 171 calories by jumping rope for 15 minutes; a 200-lb. person burns 228 calories in the same amount of time. Jumping rope really gets your heart pumping, making it a good cardiovascular workout. It works multiple muscle groups, especially those in the legs and the core of the body (including abs), as the core is involved in maintaining balance as you jump.
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Sep21
A Different PerspectiveInstead of doing a post analyzing a scientific study, I wanted to make a list of random fitness tips that came to my head when thinking about staying in shape and eating well, etc. These are just some observations I've made over the past 26 years. I am hoping to start this little brainstorming list and have people reading this, add to the list in the comment section.
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Sep8
Build Muscle WorkoutsYou hear talk about burning fat and building muscle all of the time. We say the words but do we really understand what it means to burn fat? Before you begin a burn the fat, build muscle workout it is important to understand what this phrase means. This article will explain its meaning.
So what is fat? This is a tissue found in everyone's body (even the most lean and ripped). It can provide energy to the body. Just about any foods that you eat will contain some degree of fat. There are different kinds of fat. Essential fat is used for bodily functions such as digestion or aiding in blood flow. It can also serve as an energy source for the body. Unfortunately essential fat is relatively scarce compared to the other kind of fat - stored fat
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Sep1
Warning: Swine Flu Shot Linked to Killer Nerve Disease A warning that the swine flu vaccine has been linked to a deadly nerve disease has been sent by the UK Government to senior neurologists in a confidential letter.
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Aug25
Have You Heard the Latest on Exercise During Pregnancy?Good Morning Ed and the rest of my clients. How are you today.
Have You Heard the Latest on Exercise During Pregnancy?
pregnant, pregnancy, exercise, babyPhysicians should recommend low to moderate levels of exercise to their pregnant patients, even if they have not exercised prior to pregnancy, according to a new report.
Exercise can strengthen and improve overall musculoskeletal and physiologic health as well as pregnancy related symptoms.
Exercise such as aerobics, impact and nonimpact activities, resistance training and swimming:
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Aug20
Stay Focused at the Summer Pool Side Party.Wow, busy getting ready for the Sports and Wellness Expo in Atlantic City but found some time to save your life!
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Aug15
2 Weeks to the ExpoWow, we are only 2 week until the 8th Annual SJ Sports Extravaganza. I appreciate that my clients will all be coming out to support something I have been working on for 12 months. Plus there are the AC Outlets right downstairs nice places to eat and of course the Beach and the Boardwalk...... See you there.
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Aug11
Will YOU Look as Good as Jack LaLanne at Age 93?Jack LaLanne once said, “People don’t die of old age, they die of neglect.” And he is a perfect example of the truth of his own statement. For contrast to the photos above, take a look at LaLanne through the years:
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Jul25
What are Kidney Stones and how to prevent themWhat Causes Kidney Stones?
In the U.S., about 10-15 percent of adults will be diagnosed with a kidney stone in their lifetime. Roughly 1 million Americans develop kidney stones each year.
Once you have had one kidney stone attack, your chance of recurrence is about 70 to 80 percent, and the younger you are when you have your first attack, the greater your risk of recurrence.
Typically, a kidney stone is the result of a super-saturation of minerals and acid salts in your urine, such as calcium and uric acid, which then crystallize and form solid masses. This can happen if you don’t drink enough fluids, and if your urine is highly acidic or highly alkaline.
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Jul23
Anti Aging There's simply no substitute for eating healthy unprocessed whole foods.
However, there are a few supplements I consider highly beneficial for nearly all adults. One of these is Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10).
Co Q10 has been available for decades.
Why is this so significant?
I believe one of the key elements in the aging process is free radical production. These free radicals are oxygen atoms deficient in electrons that become highly reactive. This in turn causes potential damage to your tissues and DNA.
If there was something you could do to limit the free radical production, then you could affect the aging process.
One nutrient that can help you do just that is Co Q10.
Now, if you're less than 25 years old, this is not an issue your body is capable of converting Co Q10 from the oxidized to the reduced form. However, if you're older, your body becomes more and more challenged to convert the oxidized Co Q10
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Jul17
Lazy Summer Week and the ExpoHey guys sorry the blog has lagged this week, been busy with the Expo. Let me know what you need....?
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Jul9
Grape or not to GrapeWhy Eating Grapes May Not Your Best Approach
Now that I’ve clearly identified resveratrol as one of your best antioxidant sources, there’s still an open issue… what’s the best way to make sure you consume enough of this antioxidant?
To me, one of your best sources of resveratrol is from grapes themselves.
But, just like there are issues with other fruits, vegetables, nuts, and red wine, such is the case with grapes.
See, the skin and seeds of the grapes provide you with the most potent supplies of resveratrol… not the fruit itself. The meat of the fruit contains sugary fructose which could raise your insulin levels.
There’s not really an issue with eating the skin – as you consume it when eating the fruit.
But the seeds are another issue.
Most people don’t like to eat the seeds as they tend to be tough and have a somewhat bitter taste. And some grape processing actually removes the seeds prior to distribution at your local store.
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Jul6
Holiday over Back to work BBQ ersGood Morning Sleepy Head Time to get back on the Treadmill, pick up those dumbells and stretch those muscles. 4th of July is over and now it is time to really get ready for the beach. This week lets do more cross training, Boxing, Lifting, Cardio, Stretching etc.....
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Jul4
Truths that Shatter Weight Loss Myths Does it surprise you that the government just came out with numbers for 2008 saying that obesity has gone up all over the country and even more with Children?
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Jun30
Weight Loss Motivation: You Can Do It!After the past 2 weeks and the shocking deaths of Icons of the Entertainment world like Michael Jackson Farah Faucet, Ed Mcmahon, Billy Mays, and many others you should be plenty motivated to stick to your diet and workout. We know that exercise is good for us. From reducing the risk of heart disease, weight management, controlling cholesterol, diabetes, and high blood pressure levels to boosting energy levels and managing stress, study after study have shown that exercise can not only save our lives in the long-term but improve its quality as well.
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Jun27
Things to think aboutOnly in America .....do people order double cheeseburgers, large fries, and a diet coke.
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Jun21
Fathers Day MessageFathers Day it is about time I get a day HA, Thats right you guys get the other 364 this is all mine mine mine LOL, okay got that out of my system what can I do for you for the rest of the day to help your day......Ha.
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Jun20
Why you should get stress out of your Life !What is “Stress”?
The classic definition of stress is “any real or imagined threat, and your body’s response to it.” Celebrations and tragedies alike can cause a stress response in your body.
Some stress is unavoidable. Some mild forms of stress can even be helpful in some situations. But a stressor becomes a problem when:
* Your response to it is negative.
* Your feelings and emotions are inappropriate for the circumstances.
* Your response lasts an excessively long time.
* You’re feeling continuously overwhelmed, overpowered or overworked.
It’s important to realize that all your feelings create physiological changes. Your skin, heart rate, digestion, joints, muscle energy levels, the hair on your head, and countless cells and systems you don't even know about change with every emotion
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Jun18
Does your stomach sometimes feel to bloated?Do any of these sound familiar to you?
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You used to be able to eat anything you wanted without giving it a second thought -- but now you have a mental list of foods you know will give you trouble.
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You occasionally feel bloated after you eat -- like you have to unbutton your pants or loosen your belt.
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You avoid certain restaurants or certain types of food.
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You have irregular bowels -- occasional constipation.
If you have occasional problems with your digestive tract, you're not alone. The discomfort of occasional abdominal bloating affects 10, 20, perhaps even 30% of adults. And if you include other abdominal signs -- like occasional stomach discomfort, passing gas, or irregular bowel movements -- the percentages shoot up like fireworks.
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Jun13
B B Q 4 Me and UWith summer upon us, what better excuse (weather permitting) to dust off the barbeque and enjoy some time outside in the fresh air with family and friends. If your first thoughts are high-calorie, high-fat sausages and burgers - don't fret! Chicken, fish, vegetables and even fruit are delicious cooked on the barbeque.
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Jun10
Build muscle and get ripped without steroids You can build Muscle or you can make excuses you can not do both.....Read on.
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Jun9
In "The Land of the Free", is Natural Medicine One of Your Freedoms? As of May 20, police around the country were on the lookout for a Minnesota mother who fled with her cancer-stricken 13 year old son rather than consent to chemotherapy.
Colleen Hauser had told a judge that she wished to treat her son's cancer with natural healing methods advocated by an American Indian religious group known as the Nemenhah Band.
Daniel has Hodgkins lymphoma, a form of cancer. But the teen and his parents rejected chemo after a single treatment, with the boy's mother saying that putting toxic substances in the body violates the family's religious convictions.
The Hauser family had been ordered to appear before a judge for a hearing to consider chemo. But mother and son failed to show, and a warrant was issued for the mother's arrest.
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Yahoo News May 20, 2009
American Association for Health Freedom
ABC News May 25, 2009
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Jun6
Tips to Lower Cholesterol NaturallyIt’s important to realize that there’s a big difference between average and healthy cholesterol levels. It’s very similar to what we’re now seeing with vitamin D levels.
Today, however, with respect to cholesterol, the pendulum has shifted the opposite way with ever lower levels of cholesterol being recommended, primarily due to the significant influence of the drug industry.
Profit, Not Health, is the Driving Factor Behind Current Cholesterol Recommendations
The pharmaceutical industry quickly realized what an enormous market they could capture with cholesterol lowering drugs. And they could do this very effectively with a drug that you’d have to take for years on end, and which, for the most part, wasn’t toxic or dangerous enough to kill you quickly.
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Jun4
THIS QUOTE WILL BLOW YOUR MINDAfter Reading this Really Think about everything you Thought your Entire Life about what is safe and who is protecting you.
"The thing that bugs me is that the people think the FDA is protecting them. It isn’t. What the FDA is doing and what the public thinks it’s doing are as different as night and day."—Dr Ley former Commissioner of the FDA.
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Jun2
What the Research Really Says About Apple Cider VinegarI have been using Apple Cider Vinegar for over 30 years and have great results with it.
There have been many lofty claims about the miraculous healing powers of apple cider vinegar, and many people do seem to be experiencing some health benefits. However, much of what you read about this product on the Internet is overstated, or simply unfounded.
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Jun1
Monday Morning HERE WE GO AGAINHey everyone lets make this week a very positive week where you get all of your weights and cardio in. Great Eating habits and be a fantastic role model for this FAT COUNTRY WE CALL THE USA.
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May30
Is Insulin Condemning You to a Premature Death?Most of you either know a diabetic or are one out there these days. In the U.S., over 70 million people -- one in four -- have diabetes, and the conventional medical treatments currently being provided are killing people. However, there are natural, effective treatments that can control, and in the case of type 2 diabetes, even reverse the disease.
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May28
Summer is Hereah, summer! The great outdoors beckons with warm weather and longer days. Make the most of the season by turning your tired indoor fitness routine into creative outdoor workouts wherever you live or vacation.
Fitness at the Lake
Taking the family to the lake this summer? Great. Water is a perfect place to exercise in the heat and humidity of summer. Swimming is an obvious choice, says Patrick Ayres, MS, exercise physiologist at Lifestyle Management in Bloomington, Minn.
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May21
Headed toward The Holiday WeekendThursday is going to be a hard day but then we hit Friday for a 4 Day Weekend. Studio will be closed on Saturday and Sunday but open Monday Morning......
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May20
great jobThere are high spots in all of our lives and most of them have come about through encouragement from someone else. I don't care how great, how famous or successful a man or woman may be, each hungers for applause.
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May18
Monday Motivation"Real power comes when we stop holding others responsible for our pain, and we take responsibility for our feelings."
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May5
Tuesday Toning Muscle AdviceSo you're ready to blast the fat, tone up your muscles, and develop a great looking body...
Only problem is, you don't know how to do it or exactly the best way to do it, and thats why you're here.
Well, the good news is that we're going to over-deliver and give you a nice blueprint on achieving your goals fast. We provide the knowledge and motivation, and you put the plan in action.
To make it as easy as possible, we're giving you 3 easy steps to follow, below... All you need to do is follow each step, in the order given, and we can guarantee that you'll be pleasantly surprised as your fat melts away and your well-toned muscles shine through:
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May1
Friday Morning BluesThe uplifting effects of long-term exercise in depression may be down to a single compound - phenylethylamine - according to researchers at Nottingham Trent University.
In April, Fernando Dimeo and colleagues at the Free University of Berlin published results showing that even patients resistant to antidepressant drugs can find their symptoms alleviated through regular exercise. In September psychologist James Blumenthal, of Duke University Medical Centre in Durham, North Carolina, reported how just three half-hour exercise sessions a week can be more beneficial in reducing symptoms of depression than the drug sertraline, a chemical cousin of Prozac.
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Apr24
TGIF and lets have a great Sat and Sunday tooHey Guys and Gals, lets stay focused all day and then go outside this weekend in the great weather and be active. Come on you can do it. 80 Degree Days in April what a blessing to be able to ride a bike with a friend or loved one and enjoy spring. Stop making excuses and make muscles.
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Apr22
Add a Wobble to Your WorkoutThe most unlikely aid to your leg exercise? Bed pillows--they can make your legs stronger. When men attempted single-leg squats while standing on a cushy surface, their hips and leg muscles worked up to 13 percent harder, report Mayo Clinic researchers. It's a tricky maneuver, however, because you can easily lose your balance. If you can do three sets of 10 wobble-free single-leg squats while standing on a hard floor, bring on the pillow.
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Apr21
MSG: Is This Silent Killer Lurking in Your Kitchen Cabinets? A widespread and silent killer that’s worse for your health than alcohol, nicotine and many drugs is likely lurking in your kitchen cabinets right now.[1] “It” is monosodium glutamate (MSG), a flavor enhancer that’s known widely as an addition to Chinese food, but that’s actually added to thousands of the foods you and your family regularly eat, especially if you are like most Americans and eat the majority of your food as processed foods or in restaurants.
MSG is one of the worst food additives on the market and is used in canned soups, crackers, meats, salad dressings, frozen dinners and much more. It’s found in your local supermarket and restaurants, in your child’s school cafeteria and, amazingly, even in baby food and infant formula.
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Apr9
Thankful ThursdayI am very thankful that I have a chance to make a difference in your life. I am thankful that I have the knowledge and determination to make a difference in your health. I am thankful you have given me the chance to help you.
Thank You.
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Apr7
Sugar is Back on Food LabelsSugar, long reviled by dentists and dietitians, is now being dressed up as a natural, healthful ingredient. Some of the biggest players in the American food business have started replacing high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) with old-fashioned sugar, and using this as a selling point.
ConAgra uses only sugar or honey in its new Healthy Choice All Natural frozen entrees, and Kraft Foods recently removed HFCS from its salad dressings.
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Apr3
Lesser-Known but Dangerous Eating DisorderIt is not as well-known as anorexia and bulimia, but binge-eating disorder affects more American women than these two disorders combined.
According to a recent study in the journal Biological Psychiatry, binge-eating disorder affects four million American women and the numbers may be growing. Binge-eating disorder is characterized by eating a large quantity of food in a short period of time, two or more times per week.
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Mar31
Post-Workout ConsumptionIt seems to me that there are 2 kinds of people when it comes to eating after a workout: The 'Non-Eaters' and the 'Immediate Eaters'. The 'Non-Eaters' will not really eat anything after a workout, but instead later in the day will treat themselves (to sweets/alcohol/chips/etc.) because they feel they deserve it since they exercised. The 'Immediate Eaters' finish their workout and simultaneously consume a protein bar and a post-workout shake within 5-10 minutes after their workout. On the right track, but let's analyze how that can have more of a positive effect on your workouts.
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Mar24
Why High-Fructose Corn Syrup Causes Insulin ResistanceA new study in mice sheds light on at least part of the reason for the insulin resistance that can come from diets high in high-fructose corn syrup, a sweetener found in most sodas and many other processed foods.
Fructose is much more readily metabolized to fat in the liver than glucose, and in the process can lead to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. NAFLD in turn leads to hepatic insulin resistance and type II diabetes.
Researchers showed that mice fed a high-fructose diet could be protected from insulin resistance if a gene known as transcriptional coactivator PPARg coactivator-1b (PGC-1b) was "knocked down" in the animals' liver and fat tissue. PGC-1b controls the activity of several other genes, including one responsible for building fat in the liver. This suggests an important role for PGC-1b in the pathogenesis of fructose-induced insulin resistance.
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Science Daily March 3, 2009
Cell Metabolism March 2009; 9(3):252-64
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Mar20
Saturday and Sunday dont take 2 steps backYou worked very hard this week at your goals. Don't go off your diet to much this weekend and get your cardio in. Don't take 2 Steps Back in your progress.
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Mar18
Fitness Tip of the DayDo you spend a lot of time scheduling your workouts? Today I’m going to challenge you to find more fitness in your daily activities so that you can stop scheduling so much and spend more time just enjoying the ability to get up and MOVE!! Read on for some suggestions for making routine living into fitness activities:
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Mar17
Super Foods Every Woman NeedsFrom the food pyramid to the Internet to your local bookstore, there is certainly no shortage of advice on nutrition and healthy eating. But with all the media hype surrounding many “health foods,” it can be hard for a woman to tell the nutrients from advertising ploys.
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Mar14
Vegetables Aren't as Good for You as They Used to BeAccording to new research, produce in the U.S. not only tastes worse than it did in your grandparents' days, but also contains fewer nutrients. In fact, the average vegetable found in today's supermarket is anywhere from 5 percent to 40 percent lower in minerals such as magnesium, iron, calcium and zinc than those harvested just 50 years ago.
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Mar13
PUSH IT REAL GOOD: Afraid you're going to bulk up? Dream on! You would have to work a lot harder than a few days a week to look like a weightlifter. Bottom line (literally): women need weights. You can increase your body's potential to burn more calories at rest if you strength train. You need a good 45 minute routine with a few dumbbells and strength bands, that's all. Lift weight, push weight, lunge, squat, pull up, and push up to get hot buns and arms. Oh yeah, belly too!
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Mar12
Great Recipe for you No Blog Yesterday sorry, it was my birthday wanted to take some time off. But today we are back with an amazing recipe to help you feel and look awesome for spring Lemon-Caper Chicken read on for details.
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Mar10
5 Tips to Conquer Your Winter Blues Now! Are you one of the millions of people who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) -- sometimes known as the winter blues? Here’s how you can beat those blues and keep them away during the cold months of winter.
The fact that treatments such as sunlight and natural light therapy can help to rid you of depression is just another example of the fact that, when you take the proper approach to your health and provide your body with all that it needs, drugs are rarely, if ever, necessary.
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Mar9
The Outlook is GoodKeep a Positive Mental Outlook
There's a definitive connection between living well and healthfully and having a cheerful outlook on life. Thought for the day: You can't be unhappy when you're smiling or singing.
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Mar7
Signs and Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Sometimes pain is not from your workouts and if it stays around for weeks at a time and gets worse in bad weather it may be Fibromyalgia. Read on for more info about this mystery disease.
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Mar6
What you may or may not know about your blood pressureRegular Exercise can reduce your high blood pressure! The arteries carry blood from the heart to all parts of the body. Blood pressure is the force that pushed along the arteries each time the heart beats. Thus, blood pressure is a measure of how the heart must work to pump blood.
This process is known as systolic pressure. The process where the heart is at rest, between time and blood pressure falls is known as diastolic pressure.
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Mar5
Eating to Lose WeightMost people know that being overweight or obese contributes to the development of coronary heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and colon cancer. However, obesity is also a contributing factor to back pain.
Being overweight or obese can significantly contribute to symptoms associated with osteoporosis, osteoarthritis (OA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), degenerative disc disease (DDD), spinal stenosis, and spondylolisthesis. The suggestions in this article may help you to modify your diet for weight loss success. read on for some great ideas and info
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Mar4
10 Commandments for Dropping 10 Pounds & 10 YearsThe thing is - it's so easy, its laughable. In addition to some form of simple exercise regimen, these ten daily habits worked into your routine can provide you with optimum health, beautiful skin and a trim waistline. It's not a diet; I didn’t read it anywhere. It's really just common sense that no one seems to follow.
1. White is Not Right: Having a love affair with white bread, white potatoes and white rice? Kiss them goodbye. Although you were taught otherwise, breads and cereals made from white flour are not good for you. White flour simply breaks down into sugar. Not only is too much sugar bad for you, you ultimately crash as quickly as you peak and therefore you are hungry again in no time! Guess what. You eat more and more until you fall asleep. In the morning, you wake up and have a muffin and start the process all over again.
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Mar2
Snow Shoveling Workout?It's no exaggeration to say that shoveling snow can be a real workout.
Before taking on this chore, be prepared to treat shoveling like any other exercise:
* Stretch and warm up first. Starting out cold (so to speak) can lead to muscle strain.
* Drink lots of water. Despite the low temperatures, you're going to sweat. Hydrate yourself.
* Pace yourself. Don't rush. And be sure to take breaks.
* Don't lift too much weight. Fill your shovel only halfway. If possible, shovel snow when it's fresh and powdery, rather than later, when it might be icier and heavy.
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Feb26
Workouts when you are not feeling well.Like it or not, we are in the middle of the cold and flu season, and if you have not already been hit with the dreaded crud, you may be next in line. Even your trainer has been hit this year. Yes I got sick and I have not been sick in a very long time. My body fought it off for about 2 weeks until the Expo and then the Long weekend and stress let it in and the Flu kicked my butt.
Your training has been going along well, you have built a solid base and then it happens — you wake up one morning with a scratchy throat, headache, cough and feeling like you have been hit by a truck. Is it a cold, the flu?
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Feb23
Everyone seems to be getting sick what can we do.Hello everyone. Well I was sick for the first time in a long time. Is it because of the stress of the expo and not taking my Vemma last week? Well Maybe. What is Vemma? Keep reading. Also I made sure as soon as I was sick to start taking it again I won't stop again. Silly James.....HA
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Feb21
Almost March how is your New Years Resolution going?I think everyone has had a New Year’s resolution. And I feel pretty confident in saying that everyone has probably broken a New Year’s resolution. The reason most people break their New Year’s resolution is because people make them on emotion and then never do anything afterwards. The truth is, most New Year’s resolutions usually are things we really should be doing. One of the keys to making sure we do them is to have a clear step by step plan, for how we will make good on our New Year’s resolution. The problem is half the time (no, most of the time) we don’t know exactly what to do, so we usually don’t do anything, much less develop a plan. This is a recipe for failure. What you need is a plan that gives you ALL of the information, steps and resources to guarantee that you succeed in your resolution, but you have to be resolute in following your plan. You have to believe in it. You have to be committed to it. You have to have a desire to achieve it…And then just do it!!
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Feb18
Wednesday Morning MadnessI've had all the good intentions in the world this week. I meant to run. I wanted to take a yoga class. I even thought about how great a mid-day walk would be. Instead, I've let my schedule and phone calls and any little distraction sideline what could have already been an active, healthy week.
The good news is that it's only Wednesday. I have a few more days to get going on those good intentions and get myself into gear. And you know what is going to help me get out from behind the laptop, close the cell phone and flip off the heels on my way to a walk or class or even a few simple stretches? A distraction from the laptop, of course!
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Feb17
Group Says Boot Camp-Style Fitness Plans Expected to Hold Top SpotGood Morning everyone we have a brand new maching for your abs in the gym. It is called Ab-Solo. Just wait until you try this one it is awesome and protects your back.
Ready to adopt a new workout program in the new year?
A survey by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) predicts that fitness programs that are easy on the pocketbook will shine in 2009.
The group is out with its top 10 fitness trends for the upcoming year, after surveying personal trainers, group fitness professionals, and lifestyle and weight management consultants.
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Feb13
Working for the WeekendWell here we are Expo Weekend. Truck and Trailer are packed up. Was there yesterday setting up the stage etc. Taking extra vitamins because I know I will be on my feet working all weekend helping everyone that comes out to the expo have a great time. more info
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Feb9
What Burns more Fat Running or Lifting?What burns more fat? Running on the treadmill or 1/2 hr of weights. Answer. Running will burn more calories at the moment (perhaps 300 calories for 1/2 hour) but a 1/2 hour session will suck up more calories thoughout the day because the body needs to recover from muscle break down. In addition, the more muscle you have the more your body will metabolize fat and increase your caloric effectiveness. So PUMP UP!
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Feb7
1 Week to EXPO YIKES...........All good babyWell here we are 1 week to the expo and I am on edge because I am not on edge, does that make sense? Well after 8 straight years and now 2 Expo a year I think I am actually getting used to this Crazyness. I really do appreciate any of you that come out to support the thing that I love most in my Training World the EXPO. This expo is designed for you and for your families.
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Feb5
Good Morning how is your nutrition program going?I hope all is well with you today. Each and every day we try so hard to reach our goals. I know you can do it but now you need to know you can do it. Imagine that you are a block of fine Italian marble. At the same time imagine that you are an artist getting ready to chizzle this piece of marble. READ ON.
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Feb2
Fitness programs: 10 tips for staying motivatedAre you having trouble sticking with your fitness program? Stay motivated with these 10 simple tips.
Have you ever started a fitness program and then quit? If you answered yes, you're not alone. Many people start fitness programs but stop when they get bored or results come too slowly. Here are 10 tips to help you stay motivated.
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Jan31
Working for the WeekendThis Video will inspire you. Pay close attention to the Text with each person they are amazing.
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Jan28
A No Excuses Bodyweight Exercise Routine for a Snow DayToday there is about 3 inches of snow on the ground and it’s a perfect day for staying inside and doing nothing! Kids are Home From School you don't feel like Driving Except for a great bodyweight exercise routine… which you’ll see in a few seconds!)
The best–and worse–thing about a snow day is that you have permission to stay inside! But if you don’t like bundling up and building snowmen, you’re going to struggle losing weight or with your exercise routine over the winter time in cold climates like here in the Northeast US.
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Jan26
Monday Morning BluesI know it is tuff to get up Monday Morning for Work or the Kids or whatever, but if you start your Monday off with some floor exercise like Pushups, stretches and Crunches on a ball and then a nice shower then healthy breakfast you are going to feel 100% better starting off your week than if you just do nothing and head off into your day misserable.
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Jan24
Lower Your Blood Pressure With Vitamin CYou have always known Vitamin C was good for you. Check this out. A study has linked high blood levels of vitamin C with lower blood pressure in young women.
The study involved almost 250 women. They entered the trial when they were 8 to 11 years old, and over a 10-year period, their plasma levels of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and blood pressure were monitored. Both their systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings, were found to be inversely associated with ascorbic acid levels.
Previous research had already linked high plasma levels of vitamin C with lower blood pressure among middle-age and older adults.
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* Reuters December 30, 2008
* Nutrition Journal December 17, 2008; 7:35
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Jan22
Only a Few Weeks to the Wellness ExpoGood morning things are really amping up for the 2nd Annual Philly Sports Extravaganza and Wellness Expo. Make sure to come out Valentines Day Weekend to the event. Keep Reading for more info.
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Jan20
How to Keep that New Year's Resolution to Lose Weight How to Keep that New Year's Resolution to Lose Weight
The holidays and all that eating, drinking and making merry seem a distant memory -- and, for many, the pants are still tight, despite the resolution that come January you'd get it under control. Dropping excess pounds is a popular resolution, but it can be hard to keep your promise to yourself as the days and weeks slip by. Though fear of failure and feelings of deprivation trip up many folks, this time it can be different,
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Jan17
Scientists Show How Certain Vegetables Combat CancerHey Everyone you know how I push you to eat your greens all the time. Well the Research just keeps coming in showing I am correct.
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Jan15
10 Keys to a Successful Romantic RelationshipGood Morning. 1 Month to the Valentines Day Sports and Wellness Expo. Yikes I have a lot to do. I thought that I would give you some great tips put together by some experts.
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Jan13
Berry Compound Reduces Aging Effects I have been telling you to eat berries every day for over 20 years. Now research is proving that what I was telling you to do was the correct thing for you. n a new study, elderly laboratory animals that ate a diet rich in the berry and grape compound pterostilbene showed a reversal of some of the negative effects of aging on brain function and behavioral performance.
The researchers wanted to determine if pterostilbene would be effective in reversing the effects of aging on mature rats. They fed older rats either a control diet, or a diet adjusted to include either low or high concentrations of pterostilbene.
The results indicated that in aging rats, pterostilbene was effective in reversing cognitive decline, and that improved working memory was linked to pterostilbene levels in the hippocampus region of the brain.
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* Science Daily December 28, 2008
* Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 2008, 56 (22), pp 10544–1055
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Jan12
Monday, Here we go againGood Morning. Here we go again it is Monday and you want to reach those goals. Lets get focused and work harder this week then last. Lets put more effort in with our food than last week you can do it. Also it is only 5 weeks to the 2nd Annual Philadelphia Sports Extravaganza and Wellness Expo in Oaks PA. This event will motivate you to get in the best shape of your life. For those of you that like to shop the King of Prussia Mall and Outlet stores are right near this event.
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Jan8
What is Whey anyway?What is Whey Anyway?
During the production of cheese, milk curdles, and subsequently coagulates. Through this process a hard part (casein) and a liquid part (whey) separate from each other.
Whey is the liquid that separates from the curd when it is left to drain. It's transparent, yellowish-green in color, and has a slightly tart flavor.
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Jan6
Your Favorite Place to eat might be killing you slowlyMeals at Regular Restaurants are Even Worse Than Fast Food
A new study has compared fast food and table service meals at restaurants. Both types of meals are larger and have more calories than meals prepared at home. However, the typical fast food meal is smaller and has fewer calories than the average meal from a table service restaurant.
The study used data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Continuing Survey of Food Intakes by Individuals, a large sample of information regarding nutritional intake.
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Jan5
Monday Madness a New Year a New YouWith New Year’s here, chances are you or someone you know is resolving to lose weight or get in shape. Part of what makes these such difficult resolutions is that we expect to see results quickly, and when we don’t, we tend to give up. Getting in shape and becoming healthier isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon (but without all the sweating and fatigue of an actual marathon). Staying active, maintaining a healthy weight and eating the right foods are lifelong activities. Here are some ideas to help you make living fit a part of your life. read on
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Jan3
Don't forget todays Client PartyHey everyone don't forget today is our Holiday Party. Call me if you are coming. Thanks
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Jan1
Your New Year's Resolution: Make the Scale Your Friend... Here we are 2009. Once again I will give you my entire year to help you achieve the very best physical condition you can. Make sure to read this entire message it is very powerful
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Dec31
New Years Eve very important messageHappy New year everyone. Please Please PlEaSe be very careful tonight. Do not do so much damage with food and drinking that it takes you weeks to work it off. Be Safe, be smart and have fun. See you next year.
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Dec30
Tuesday MotivationGood Morning my friends and clients. If you are coming to the Client Party on Saturday here in Medford please text or call me. As we move close to 2009 we need to keep our focus on our goals and not do to much damage with food and alcohol for the New Years Eve Parties. If you need help give me a call 609-923-2663
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Dec29
2009 Lets work your behindHere we go only a few days till 2009. Here is a great idea. Instead of sitting on your back side and watching TV, lay on the floor with your knees bent and do hip thrusts while watching TV and burn calories and tighten your back side. Make sure to turn around every so often so that you don't cramp your neck from watching TV.
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Dec27
Important Vitamin D Update A meta-analysis of 18 randomized controlled trials has found that supplemental vitamin D significantly reduces mortality from all causes.
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Dec25
How to Avoid Being Fooled at the Supermarket How and what you eat has radically changed over the past few decades with the all-consuming rise of the supermarket. But what price are you paying for this homogenized, cheap and convenient food? This video investigates how supermarkets have affected the food on your plate, and reveals the telltale signs that the food you buy may not have been grown in the way you think.
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Dec24
Exercises to get you through the WinterCheck out these great Exercises you can do at home to help you keep the Holiday Pounds Off.
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Dec23
10 Dangerous Everyday Things in Your HomeOver the years you and I have talked about chemicals in the air and water and now they have identified problems in your home that can be messing up your Biology. Household consumer products injure 33.1 million people in the United States every year. These incidents cost $800 billion in related expenses from death, injury or property damages. And many scientists are starting to believe that, in particular, the chemicals found in a wide variety of the goods you use every day may be more toxic than previously thought. Here are 10 of the most common products that may be hazardous to your health:
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Dec22
Monday Morning MadnessGood Morning, Holy Cow went out to open the gym today REALLY COLD OMG. Check out todays blog and please vote for me. Eat Great today and Stop making Excuses. The Next Client that brings me cookies for the Holiday is going to do a 90 Minute Bootcamp from HELL. STOOOOOOOOP IT. Ha Thanks for the thought give you extra cookies to the Homeless they need the energy.
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Dec20
The Route to Obesity Passes Through Your Tongue Once again you are what you eat comes into play. Stay active and focused this weekend while everyone you know is trying to get you to eat cookies and drink alcohol. JUST SAY NO.
According to neuroscientists, obesity gradually numbs the taste sensation of rats to sweet foods, and drives them to consume larger and sweeter meals. There is apparently a critical link between taste and body weight.
Previous studies have suggested that obese persons are less sensitive to sweet taste, but little is known about the specific differences in sense of taste between obese and lean individuals. Researchers investigated these differences by studying the taste responses of two strains of rats.
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Dec19
Strong Bones and Muscles are the KeyExercise in any form - mild, moderate or intense - is good for you and can help reduce the risk of disease and keep the heart healthy.
But when it comes to strengthening bones, milder forms of activity are not be enough.
Thirty-eight men and 46 women, ages 55 to 75 years, all of whom were generally healthy but didn’t exercise regularly, were recruited to help determine the link between physical activity and bone strength.
Researchers concluded that neither overall aerobic fitness nor mild physical activity had a significant effect on bone density. Greater muscle strength, however, was associated with stronger bones.
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Dec18
Yes workouts are very important but so is sleepAre you getting a good night's sleep?
If not, you're not alone. Nearly two-thirds of all Americans complain of occasional sleeplessness.
Nearly 40% of those polled said they wake up off and on throughout the night, while more than 25% said they wake up too early and just can't get back to sleep -- or had a tough time falling asleep in the first place.
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Dec16
Kickoff Meeting at the Cherry Hill Towers and The Top 10 Ways to Stay EnergizedHey last night at the Cherry Hill Towers we kicked off the Lifestyle Program. Huge success and great turnout. We will begin consults next week and classes with Joyce start First Full week of January. Read on for the Top Ten ways to stay Energized....
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Dec15
Motivational MondayGood Morning and good Monday. I hope you had a great weekend and did not do to much shopping and partying. Well here we are in the middle of the Holiday Season and you have to fight off those cookies and alcohol. You can do it. Read on for more info.
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Dec13
Simple Change Could Reduce Obesity in U.S. by 20 PercentAccording to a new study, a ban on fast food advertisements in the United States could reduce the number of overweight children by as much as 18 percent. In addition, the study reports that eliminating the tax deductibility of television advertising would also result in a reduction of childhood obesity.
The study’s authors found that a ban on fast food television advertisements during children's programming would reduce the number of overweight children ages 3-11 by 18 percent, and would lower the number of overweight adolescents ages 12-18 by 14 percent.
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Dec11
The Toxic Origins of Autism Good Morning how are you today? I hope GREAT ! Well if you did not know I have a son with Autism and I am always looking for more and more info about the disease. Check this out.
Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD, is known for his successful treatment of neurological illness and chronic pain with Integrative Medicine. Here he talks about some of the toxic causes that can lead to autism. In addition to a clear children with Autism may have a constant and preventable production of toxic substances within their own bodies.
Synthesizing traditional and alternative medicine for more than 32 years, Dr. Klinghardt has blended these two approaches into a 5-level system of Integrative Medicine. He also developed Autonomic Response Testing (ART), an innovative diagnostic system that has helped transform many practitioners into accomplished healers.
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Dec8
Monday and a New DirectionGood Morning and I had a good friend send this message please read it and let it sink in. We all have plenty of reasons to be upset with what’s happening in our world today. Terror in Mumbai, huge job losses, a terrible financial market, and the list goes on and on. But what has been encouraging to me is the number of people who see this as an opportunity to reinvent themselves. Many view current or pending unemployment as the one time in their life when they can try a career in something they love. Sure, they still need to work to make a living, but if the great “reset†button of life has been pushed for you, why not become the person you always wanted to be?
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Dec6
Sat MorningGood Morning, woke up at 4:15 why early today I DON'T KNOW. HA ! Showered opened the gym and now am eating breakfast. Oatmeal, Muscle milk and Coffee oh My. This weekend lets all focus on eating right getting in an extra 40 minutes of cardio and a great mental focus.
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Dec4
VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGESTOP MAKING EXCUSES AND DO IT !
Cardio
Stretching
Weight Lifting
Eating Right
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Dec3
Holiday Treats + Alcohol = Extra Calories and the Gift of a Spare TireFor those of you wanting to drown your sorrows of a holiday season gone mad with copious amounts of spiked eggnog like actor Chevy Chase in the movie Christmas Vacation or bringing good cheers by combining large amounts of high-fat treats with high-caloric alcohol, the New Year may start with a rude awakening.
A study conducted at the Laval University in Sainte-Foy, Quebec, showed that combining high-fat foods such as glazed ham, stuffing and pecan pie with alcoholic drinks causes people to put away many more calories than eating fatty foods with nonalcoholic drinks, or eating low-fat foods with or without alcohol, according to an article that appeared in The New York Times.
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Dec2
How Yeast Can Create Havoc in Your Life and How to AddressMillions of people are currently fighting a battle against a single-cell fungus they cannot see. This fungus belongs to a family of yeasts called Candida albicans, and under normal circumstances it’s a harmless part of your skin, intestines, and for women, your private area.
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Nov29
Important Safety News about Tyson ChickenI try and find the best information and research for you so you can make educated choices for your health. Read the article that follows. You Need to Know This If You Eat Tyson Chicken
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Nov28
The Morning AfterGood Morning Turkeys! How was your holiday if you are in the USA if not you will realize we in the USA are Crazy eating on Thanksgiving here. Now is the time that we need to buckle town and not buckle up with our belts. Read on.
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Nov26
1 Day before Turkey Day Think about your coworkersLet the holiday remind us of the importance of appreciating the good that exists in our lives, recognizing those who are responsible for creating it, and sharing our good fortune with others. The Thanksgiving spirit can be incorporated into the workplace in a variety of beneficial ways, including the following
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Nov24
Funny Thanksgiving CartoonClick the link for a great cartoon
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Nov20
Holiday Fitness StrategiesWith the hectic holiday season fast approaching, it is sometimes difficult to find the time to exercise.
It's important to stay active during the holidays. Cardio, strength training, and flexibility are key elements to every successful workout.
Exercises that burn a lot of calories in a shorter amount of time:
* Interval training (on machines, jump rope, running, aerobics): Interval training is extremely time-efficient, because your workout is complete after 25-30 minutes. Interval training should only be done three times a week.
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Nov18
New Diabetes Rate Up 90 Percent in Last Decade The rate of new cases of diabetes has increased by about 90 percent in the United States over the past decade. The incidence of the disease has been fueled by growing obesity rates and increasingly sedentary lifestyles.
Diabetes experts said the findings show there is no end in sight to the diabetes epidemic.
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Nov15
How to Fend Off Depression in Winter While some people look forward to fall and winter, others dread the cooler temperatures and shorter days. They know that the winter season will bring worsening symptoms of depression.
Up to 3 percent of the population in the U.S. may suffer from winter depression, which experts term seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. Countless others have a less severe form, dubbed the "winter blues." Symptoms may include:
• Extreme fatigue
• Getting too much sleep
• Difficulty concentrating
• Weight gain
Read on or Call me.
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Nov13
New Research very frustrating "Corn Syrup's New Disguise" According to the Corn Refiners Association, high-fructose corn syrup contains the same amount of calories as cane and beet sugar, is metabolized by the body the same way as these sweeteners are, and is an all-natural product.
Their current ad campaign insists that high-fructose corn syrup is just like honey, which is made by enzymes in a bee's abdomen -- as opposed to the enzymes and acids in centrifuges, ion exchange columns and liquid chromatographers used to make high-fructose corn syrup.
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Nov12
Motivatonal Wednesday"A non-doer is very often a critic-that is, someone who sits back and watches doers, and then waxes philosophically about how the doers are doing. It's easy to be a critic, but being a doer requires effort, risk, and change."
~ Dr. Wayne W. Dyer
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Nov11
The Largest Organ on your BodyMany of you pay close attention to what you eat, but did you know that your skin is the bodies largest organ? Be very careful what products you put on your skin. Read on for very important info.
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Nov10
Magic Monday "How to make pounds Disapear"Americans are losing the battle of the bulge. Fifty-eight million people in the United States are 20% heavier than their ideal weight, and more than one-third are seriously overweight. The increases in obesity and disappointing rate of failure at weight control are not from lack of desire. Two million Americans spend approximately $10 million on weight loss programs annually, but only about 5% will keep the weight off for more than a year.
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Nov9
The Cardio Myth?Forget about the layperson; speak to any doctor, personal trainer, exercise physiologist, or other health/medical professional and ask them to describe the concept of “cardio” to you. What they are likely to tell you is this:
“Cardio is short for cardiovascular exercise. It’s basically any type of activity that gets your heart moving, but for real benefit you’ve got to get your heart rate above 65% of its maximum. Most authorities like the AMA and ACSM say that you’ve got to do some cardio (at least 30 minutes) everyday. It strengthens your heart and lungs, and helps you lose weight.”
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Nov7
Weekend Survival Guide Stay Healthy and Still Have Fun!Can you relate to this desperate dieter’s dilemma?
“I'm pretty good about my diet and exercise program during the week. But when the weekend comes, all of that hard work goes out the window! I constantly find myself ‘starting over’ every Monday morning. How do I get out of this unproductive cycle?!”
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Nov6
5 Women Share Their Fitness Motivation TipsGood Morning. I thought you would like to here from some another point of view today....Read on.
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Nov4
Ten Reasons to Buy Local Food Good Morning....Finished off last night with a great speed bag boxing workout. Thought you would want to here about the Ten Reasons to Buy Local Food
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Nov3
Monday Morning MadnessHope your weekend was great mine was. Started off at the Phillies Championships Parade then worked all day Saturday then Sunday Watched the EAGLES beat the Seahawks Awesome. The Boxing gym is now open and we will start Bootcamp in the Next week or so. Read on for more Fitness Info and Motivation.
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Nov1
Super saturdayWay to go this week. Lets really pay attention to your goals this weekend.
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Oct31
Parade TodayHey everyone after 28 years the Phillies are Champs. Join me and 2 Million other fans at the Parade Today. Read on for Fitness info
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Oct30
Phillie WIN Phillies WIN 28 Years it took but YEHAfter all of those years, hot summer days watching losing season after losing season. Frustration followed by There is always next year! WE DID IT...........Thank GOD......Read on for some great motivation and a nutrition tip.
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Oct29
Weather Getting Colder Don't HibernateWinter Fitness Tips
IN winter, people usually tend to shut down and conserve energy. They aren't as active or as physically fit as they are in summer. Such laxity, however, could affect their well-being. If you want to maintain good health, cut a trim figure or mold a sculpted body, don't let winter keep you from your regimen. And if you are among the 64 percent of Americans who don't exercise at all, winter is as good a time as any to get physical.
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Oct28
Beware of HersheyResveratrol Also Found in Dark Chocolate and Cocoa
chocolate cocoa resveratrol HersheyHershey's Center for Health and Nutrition has announced the publication of a study that shows resveratrol, a compound often associated with the health benefits of red wine, is also found in cocoa and dark chocolate products.
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Oct27
Secrets of exercise motivationSecrets of exercise motivation
Sweating it out on the treadmill or lifting weights in a gym is fine for the first few days of an exercise program, but after that who can stay motivated with the same old boring routine? Not to mention, on the days that it’s rainy and grey outdoors, or when you’re just knackered, your fitness routine is the first thing to get chucked off your ‘to do’ list. What’s the trick to staying keen on exercise? Follow these simple steps to stick to the program.
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Oct23
10 Productivity Myths That Hold You Back What are the myths and mistaken beliefs that are preventing you from being more productive in both your work life and your personal life? The beliefs that you hold about productivity and organization can prevent you from doing and being everything you want to do and be in your life.
Here, then, are 10 common beliefs about productivity that may be keeping you from enjoying the success you desire.
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Oct21
Avoid Flu Shots With the One Vitamin that Will Stop Flu in Its Tracks Another influenza season is beginning, and the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will strongly urge Americans to get a flu shot. In fact, the CDC mounts a well-orchestrated campaign each season to generate interest and demand for flu shots.
But a recent study published in the October issue of the Archives of Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine found that vaccinating young children against the flu appeared to have no impact on flu-related hospitalizations or doctor visits during two recent flu seasons.
At first glance, the data did suggest that children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years derived some protection from vaccination in these years. But after adjusting for potentially relevant variables, the researchers concluded that "significant influenza vaccine effectiveness could not be demonstrated for any season, age, or setting" examined. READ ON
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Oct20
10 Essential Health Tips10 Essential Health Tips
(The Basics to Practice Every Day)
"He who has health has hope, and he who has hope has everything." -Arabian Proverb
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Oct18
Three exercises to help quick weight lossWeight loss is a billion dollar industry. And why not? After all, everyone, including you, are crazy about weight loss. There are several reasons why more and more people are trying to lose weight!
1. The first and foremost reason is of course that of looking good. If you don’t look healthy and fit, the society won’t respect you: that is the cold, hard truth! And the only way to get healthy is by losing those extra pounds. The magazine covers these days are cluttered with photos of sexy models, which is making people across the world all the more motivated to fight obesity
2. Another reason behind the sudden craze of weight loss is that more and more people are becoming aware of the various maladies that can affect an obese person. Obesity is not only the root cause behind physiological conditions such as heart disease, stroke, inactive thyroid, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes, but also psychological problems such as depression, fatigue, loss of energy, trauma and hypertension.
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Oct14
Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Will Wreck Your Muscles Cholesterol-lowering “statin” drugs often come with side effects. The most frequently reported consequence is fatigue, and about 9 percent of patients report statin-related pain.
The results of a new study show that statins at higher doses may also affect the ability of the skeletal muscles -- which allow your body to move -- to repair and regenerate themselves.
The study examined the proliferative capacity of human satellite cells when exposed to the statin simvastatin. They found that higher end concentrations of the drug led to reduced proliferation, which would likely negatively affect the muscle's ability to heal and repair itself.
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* Eurekalert September 25, 2008
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Oct13
Monday Workout Tips
Importance of Cooling Down
After vigorous aerobic exercise it is important to take 10 minutes or so to cool down gradually. Do not stop abruptly. For example, after a long run or jog, walk around and keep moving, rather than just stopping.
Cooling down properly (moving around) redistributes the blood that may have pooled in the extremities when you end your workout, and it prevents muscle stiffness because it allows the metabolic wastes to be worked out of your muscles.
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Oct10
Healing Pain with Stim while building muscleGood Morning everyone. I thought that I would talk about a wonderful technology this morning that not only helps people get out of pain but also can build muscle.
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Oct9
How Much Chocolate Should You Eat? According to researchers, 6.7 grams of dark chocolate per day -- a bit less than half a bar a week -- represents the ideal amount for a protective effect against inflammation and cardiovascular disease.
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Oct8
More info on Genetically Changes FoodsGenetically Modified Foods Unsafe? Evidence that Links GM Foods to Allergic
by Jeffery M. Smith MD
Global Research, November 8, 2007
Genetically modified (GM) foods are inherently unsafe, and current safety assessments are not competent to protect us from or even identify most dangers. Overwhelming evidence to support this conclusion is now compiled in the book Genetic Roulette: The documented health risks of genetically engineered foods, which presents an abundance of adverse findings and theoretical risks associated with GM foods.1
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Oct7
Moderation is the Key The Evidence Against Soy The Evidence Against Soy
Dow Chemical and DuPont, the same corporations that brought misery and death to millions around the world through Agent Orange, are now the driving forces behind the promotion of soy as a food for humans. They are financing anti-meat and anti-milk campaigns aimed largely at those concerned about animal welfare and the environment, trying to convince them that imitations such as "soymilk" are not only healthier than the real thing, but better for the earth too.
There is no evidence that consuming soy products can improve health, reduce environmental degradation or slow global warming. In fact, the evidence suggests quite the opposite.
The studies below regarding the effects of soy on health are eye-opening, particularly the review by the American Heart Association -- which no longer supports the health claims about soy endorsed by the U.S. government.
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Oct6
Motivational MondayMotivation for you today.
Why not try harder than you have ever tried before. What is the worst that could happen? SUCCESS or Failure. Been there done that.....
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Oct4
A Strict Mediterranean Diet Offers a Big Health Boost Sticking strictly to a “Mediterranean” diet offers substantial protection against cancer, heart disease and other major chronic illnesses, according to researchers.
The research team reviewed 12 international studies which included more than 1.5 million people whose eating habits and health were tracked for follow-up periods of three to 18 years.
Strict adherence results in a 9 percent drop in death from heart disease, a 13 percent reduction in incidence of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease and a 6 percent reduction in cancer.
The traditional Mediterranean diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, fish and healthy fats such as olive oil.
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* Reuters September 11, 2008
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Oct3
TGIFToning the Glutes: Pilates Bridging Exercises
You can develop the buns of your dreams. Read on....
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Oct2
Be aware of PharmaCompaniesAs most of you know I have a child with a form of Autism. After years of research and scientific fact I have found what caused his autism and 10 of thousands of other children to have this disease all over our country. Just read on to find out how the pharma companies are trying to hide it.
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Oct1
Brand New Recipe SectionYou asked for it now you have it. A brand new Recipe Section just for your specific Diet.
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Sep30
Six Food Mistakes You may be making with your ChildrenHere’s a look at six common mistakes parents make when feeding their children.
1. Sending Children Out of the Kitchen
It is understandable that parents don’t want children close to hot stoves, boiling water and sharp knives. But studies suggest that involving children in meal preparation is an important first step in getting them to try new foods.
Read on for other possible mistakes
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Sep29
Monday MotivationBeing successful is largely about gaining control over some aspects of the external world. But it's difficult to do that until you've got control over the internal world of yourself. In life, the strength of your self-discipline very often determines the likelihood of your success. Because of that, self-control is a skill worth developing.
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Sep27
FDA Announces 20 Dangerous Drugs You Should NOT Be OnThis could be very scary and comes from the FDA. A 2007 federal law requires the FDA to disclose all its investigations into reports of possibly drug-related adverse events. The first of this series of quarterly reports has been released. It includes adverse events reported between January 1 and March 31, 2008.
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Sep25
Treat Yourself to a Great Morning Jumpstart...Many health experts agree that breakfast is your most important meal of the day. Yet millions of people skip breakfast altogether. Or they consider that cup of java and a pastry their breakfast.
Not quite the way to optimize your health.
After the 'fast' of eight or ten hours, it is important to supply your body with high quality food choices to start out your day.
One of the most popular ways to use Whey Protein is as a snappy breakfast supplement. Here's why you'll want to make Whey Protein part of your no-nonsense breakfast:
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Sep23
Take Personal ResponsibilityWhile there are thousands of great Doctors out there you need to take personal responsibility for your health. Read, Listen and watch as much as you can about Preventative Medicine. Read on for the article from Dr. Mercola about this subject.
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Sep22
Monday Fall UpdateAnother Monday, more workouts, eating healthy and Feeling Great about yourself.
Read on for Fall Fitness Tips
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Sep19
TGIFI you have High Blood Pressure Beware. Watch out for eating out this weekend at places like the Olive Garden or Bertuccis they put so much salt on the food it can kill you. Salt intake higher than 1tsp a day can raise blood pressure. Don’t put salt on the table, where people will automatically reach for it, and always taste before you add.
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Sep18
Food Makers Skimp on Ingredients in an Effort to Fatten Their ProfitsMajor food makers have been quietly altering the recipes for their products. For candy, dairy products, and a variety of other food products, fillers have been added and cheaper ingredients are being used as substitutes in order to cut costs.
Hershey’s, as one example, is using vegetable oil for a portion of the cocoa butter traditionally used in some of its chocolates, a move which has led to some complaints.
Spice maker McCormick & Co. is now supplying food companies with cheaper spices. They are providing Mexican oregano instead of the pricier Mediterranean variety, and garlic concentrate instead of garlic cloves, which are heavier and costlier to ship.
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* Wall Street Journal August 26, 2008
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Sep15
Monday MadnessWow great weekend of workouts. Angie, Fred, Ed, Nick, MarryAnne, Bob Jr and Bob Sr. really put in some great time with the weights and iron. We started of Monday with a hard workout by Ed who has set the bar high for all of you this week. If everyone does as well as Ed did at 5:30 am today you will have one of your best workout weeks ever.
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Sep13
'Good' Fat is a New Weapon in the Obesity Fight A new understanding of brown fat cells -- the "good" kind of fat that burns energy and keeps you warm -- could lead to new treatments for obesity.
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Sep12
MOTIVATIONThe Following Article is all about my Philosophy and why it works. Please Read the entire Article.
You want the Truth,
You can't handle the Truth, or maybe you can….?
By James B. Jefferson M.E.S. C.P.T. C.S.N. Licensed Wellcoach
Internet Personal Trainer of the Year 2000 and 2003
Director of the 6th Annual South Jersey Wellness Expo
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Sep10
Mid Week PushWalking is fun and easy
We walk every day, but modern life has reduced the number of steps we take. How often have you driven to the store and looked for the closest parking space? Do you take the elevator at work? The typical American takes fewer than 3,000 steps a day—which equates to about a mile and a half. Compare that to the Old Order Amish who average 18-20,000 steps daily.
It doesn’t feel like exercise if you just add a few extra steps to your routine. Buy a simple pedometer, available for under $10, and see how many steps you take daily now. Then make a few simple changes:
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Sep10
Mid Week PushWalking is fun and easy
We walk every day, but modern life has reduced the number of steps we take. How often have you driven to the store and looked for the closest parking space? Do you take the elevator at work? The typical American takes fewer than 3,000 steps a day—which equates to about a mile and a half. Compare that to the Old Order Amish who average 18-20,000 steps daily.
It doesn’t feel like exercise if you just add a few extra steps to your routine. Buy a simple pedometer, available for under $10, and see how many steps you take daily now. Then make a few simple changes:
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Sep8
Monday The Hill ClimbHello Clients and Friends.
Today we are going to start our week off with a focus. Read on for more info. You can achieve anything you want this week.
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Sep6
New Research Don't let your Kids Drink Red BullJust one can of the popular stimulant energy drink Red Bull can increase your risk of heart attack or stroke. The effect was seen even in young people.
The caffeine-loaded beverage causes blood to become sticky, a pre-cursor to cardiovascular problems such as stroke.
One hour after drinking Red Bull, your blood system becomes abnormal, as might be expected from a patient with cardiovascular disease.
Red Bull is banned in Norway, Uruguay and Denmark because of health risks.
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* Reuters August 14, 2008
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Sep4
Organic Labels are Not Always Honest Dishes advertised as local and organic at restaurants are not infrequently frauds. They may not be all-natural, as your menu promised, and may come from a huge national vendor like Sysco rather than a family-owned farm. read on...
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Sep3
Healthy Eating TipA healthy eating tip for teenage girls - canned soft drinks like colas rob growing bones of calcium. Too much can affect bone density long-term. Try herb teas, chilled water with lime, warm water with lemon instead.
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Sep2
FALL FITNESS TIPFive Fun Tips for Fall Fitness
(ARA) - With their kids in school, many parents pledge to take advantage of their family's new fall schedule by adding a daily workout to their routine. Here are five tips for making fall the most fit season of all:
1. Seize the moment: Time, or the lack of it, is often cited as the biggest challenge to sustaining an exercise regimen. When the kids return to school, what better way to use some of that precious time than getting in shape?
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Sep1
The 5 Most Outrageous Weight Loss MythsThese days you can't go anywhere without hearing about a new weight loss breakthrough. A pill, a cream, or a new fad diet - you name it and it's going to solve all of your weight loss problems in 30 days or less. Or not.
The truth is that most of the things you hear about weight loss are hype. Plain and simple.
Here are the top 5 myths about weight loss:
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Aug30
Keep Focused this Holiday WeekendWillpower workouts - How to Cross Plateaus & Keep Focused
( Advanced Exercise and Bodybuilding Science & Health Studies ) ..
In a perfect world this is how your training goes: You begin with a crystal dear objective. Then you add a perfect gym, unlimited top-quality nutrition and plenty of time to train and recover. Because you also have the perfect genetics to reach your goal, your progress is swift and certain especially as you attack each and every workout like a starving Bengal tiger on its lunch break.
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Aug29
Labor Day Weekend Lets get in some LaborTake a trip to a gym and have a look around. Which is busiest area? The expensive modern looking machines or the archaic weights? You would be very surprised.
Have you purchased expensive exercise machinery because the TV ad promised you great looking muscles? Did they deliver?
The most effective exercises are usually the most basic. For those who prefer the burning of hard labor, a simple dumbbell workout will target muscle groups and allow for greet development.
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Aug26
Finally -- Supermarkets Expand Local Produce Selection Supermarkets are beginning to catch on that stocking just locally-grown corn and tomatoes is not enough for customers. Now they are competing with farm stands and farmers’ markets for a wider variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.
It’s been a boon for local farmers. In July, Wal-Mart announced that it plans to spend $400 million this year on locally grown produce, making it the largest player in that market. READ ON..... Ellen and Barb LOL
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Aug25
Interval Training Burns More Fat, Increases Fitness, Study FindsScienceDaily (June 29, 2007) — Interval training burns fat and improves fitness more quickly than constant but moderately intensive physical activity, according to research by a University of Guelph researcher.
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Aug23
Saturday Morning WAKE UP CALLGood Morning. 5am Coffee is on, Gym is Open and Ready to train clients all day. How do you feel about your performance this week?
“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”
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Aug22
Thought for the Weekend!“Enthusiasm is excitement with inspiration, motivation, and a pinch of creativity.”
This weekend take a better attitude that you will not mess up everything you did this week! Read on for an important perspective on this.
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Aug21
Thursday Motivation and RecipeDr. Jonas Salk: Fitness Quotes
I feel that the greatest reward for doing is the opportunity to do more.
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Aug19
Weight Training Melts FatWeight training melts fat and improves metabolism, says study of obese mice
When it comes to losing weight, pumping iron may be just as important as running on the treadmill, suggests a new study in the February issue of Cell Metabolism, a publication of Cell Press. READ ON
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Aug18
Wellness TipFor a Total Workout, Include Body, Mind and Spirit
The best workout, according to top trainers and fitness experts, is one that includes the mind and spirit as well as the body. Consider some alternatives to your regular weight and cardio training. For a change of pace, try yoga, Pilates or tai chi, all of which engage your mind, body and spirit. Include these alternative mind/body disciplines on a regular basis. Add them to your workout regime and feel the difference.
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Aug15
Olympic Goals by a Friend of JamesIs your goal SMART?
The much anticipated 2008 Beijing Olympic games are now in full swing. I find it inspiring to watch athletes perform at the top of their game, don't you?
It's amazing to see what the human body is capable of when it's trained for a particular event.
Read on
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Aug12
Important Quote you should know!"The thing that bugs me is that the people think the FDA is protecting them. It isn't. What the FDA is doing and what the public thinks its doing are as different as night and day."
~ Hebert Lay, M.D., former FDA Commissioner
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Aug11
Monday Madness Metabolic MotivationSummer is the time when one sheds one's tensions with one's clothes, and the right kind of day is jeweled balm for the battered spirit. A few of those days and you can become drunk with the belief that all's right with the world.
Read on for info on your Metabolism.
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Aug8
Exciting things going on at the StudioHey everyone great workouts yesterday. If you have not been by the studio in a while give me a call we have exciting things going on.
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Aug7
Why GarlicGarlic is a cancer preventative, helps lower blood cholesterol and reduce blood pressure. Aim to eat 2-3 cloves day. Chopped is milder than crushed, or roast whole, unpeeled cloves, then squeeze out the sweet, mild garlic inside.
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Aug6
Fitness QuoteI still need more healthy rest in order to work at my best. My health is the main capital I have and I want to administer it intelligently.
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Aug4
Motivation for the WeekI WOULD LOVE TO BE ABLE TO MEET MYSELF 10 YEARS AGO AND MAYBE WOULD HAVE SAID TO HIM TO BE YOURSELF, LOOK INSIDE YOUR HEART AND JUST FEEL WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN ALWAYS FEARING TO DO WITH YOUR LIFE. TAKE CHANCES! TAKE THE RISKS YOU HAVE DARED TO WANT TO TRY BUT NEVER DID! JUST BE FREE! DON'T BEAT YOURSELF UP! DON'T LET ANYONE TELL YOU THAT YOU CAN'T! WHEN YOU CAN!
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Aug1
Happy August now get to WorkDog Days of Summer here we come! Read On
Exercising in the Heat
9 ways to keep your summer workouts safe.
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Jul28
Here we go againNot to have control over the senses is like sailing in a rudderless ship, bound to break to pieces on coming in contact with the very first rock.
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Jul24
Thursday MotivationLook to your health; and if you have it, praise God and value it next to conscience; for health is the second blessing that we mortals are capable of, a blessing money can't buy.
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Jul22
How Broccoli Fights CancerHey great workouts yesterday Ed, Angie, Barb, Jeff, Jamie, Paul, Ellen, Bob and Leigh and Welcome Back Lisa. Keep reading for some very interesting news about one of your favorite veggies....
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Jul21
Half way through the Year are you reaching your goalsAt the Year’s Midpoint, a New Year’s Resolution Check-Up
At the mid-point of the year, now is a good time to check in on the progress of your New Year’s resolutions.
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Jul18
TGIF and lets spice up your riceRice is a great side dish, but if plain white rice is getting boring, change the flavor and the texture of your recipes with specialty rices.
Jasmine and basmati rice have a fragrant flavor and aroma and are especially good with Thai and Indian food. Arborio rice, a short-grain rice, gives Italian risotto its creamy texture.
Adding green vegetables like peas to any rice brings nutrition and flavor to your side dishes.
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Jul17
Food Diary May Double Your Weight Loss 'World News' Food Journal Good Morning 5am and opened the gym getting ready to train Ed and saw this story on the ABC World News. Read on
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Jul16
Middle of the Week lets work your MiddleHey all we are really working hard at the studio this week. Yesterdays top performers were Ed, Traci, Lou, Laura, Jeff, David and Charlie. To all of the others time to work harder. Read on for some great info for burning the fat around your waist.
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Jul15
Don't Let Weight Gain Ruin Your VacationHey everyone today we are covering a very good topic on what you should do when on Vacation. Read on.
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Jul14
Here we go again on a Magnificent Monday4:15am wake up put the coffee on. 4:30 Open Gym then jump in shower 5am Train Ed and off we go on a journey of amazing people and awesome workouts. The gym has been quite the past week with Angie, Lou, David and a few others on vacation but they are back this week and we are full book again. Lets rededicate ourselves to a great workout week. Shannon stop eating Bagles and Croisants they make you fat.
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Jul11
T.G.I.F. What are you doing this weekend?Hello all how are you doing?
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Jul10
Remember the story of the Turtle and the HairWay to go Jackie, Jeff, Paul, Lisa, Barb, Ellen, Bob and Ed great workouts on Wed our top performers were Jeanne and Charlie though they reallly put in a hard workout. Read on for a Great Article for Women.
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Jul9
Wonderful WednesdayHey big Thanks to Kyle, Charlie and Mike for helping out yesterday with some of the changes going on at the Studio. Today stay focused on your diet and workout. Read on for more info
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Jul8
The Facts are the FactsWhich do you think is better: The low-sugar soft drink or the organic kind that’s made with cane syrup instead of high-fructose corn syrup? READ MORE CLICK BELOW
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Jul7
Holiday Weekend over time to get back to workTop Client Workouts for the Weekend
Bob Jr and Bob Sr, Ellen, Ed, Jeanne, Shannon and Marianne all did very well over the holiday weekend what was your excuse?
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Jul4
Happy 4th of JulyHappy 4th of the July eat whatever talk tomorrow
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Jul3
Motivational Quote"A lack of exercise robs the body of an essential ingredient."
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Jul1
Terric Tuesday Tone Up TipsIf your not a full time farmer as my client Laura is then Pick your own berries. Get a full-body workout while you gather fresh fruit. Walk the fields at a nearby farm, pick to your heart’s content, then carry the berry-filled baskets back to your car. We have plenty of Local Farms in the area including Laura's out on Atsion Road near the Big Lake.
Total burn: 102 calories per half-hour. Read on for top client performances of the day.
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Jun30
Monday Madness Here we go againThose of you that were away for the weekend having a great time it is now time to buckle down and have great workouts this week. The studio will be open all week including Friday the 4th up until Lunch Time on Friday. Read on for more info
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Jun28
Fridays Top Performances and Saturday MotivationHey all we had some great workouts on Friday and the Top Performers are listed if you keep reading. Saturday is going to be hot and sweaty. "If the doctors of today do not become the nutritionists of tomorrow, then the nutritionists of today will become the doctors of tomorrow."
~ Rockefeller Institute of Medicine research
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Jun27
Weekend Workout MotivationHere we go again the weekend is upon us and we need to not get off track so much. Yesterdays top workout performers are listed if you read on. Also check your e-mail for the newsletter I sent out today.
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Jun26
Thursday Throw the Medicince Ball DayToday in the Gym we will focus on the Medicine Ball. Yesterday Star Clients were Al, Claudia, Lisa and Marianne all went above and beyond with their trainings! Read on for a Great Recipe for Dinner and other tips.
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Jun25
Wacky Wed Workout with JamesGood Day Clients, today is wacky workout with James Day. We will be trying all kinds of new workout techniques and exercise on you today. See you soon.
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Jun23
Motivation MondayGood Morning all how was your weekend? Lets focuc this week on great workouts and eating clean and healthy.
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Jun21
Sat 5:30am Ed is hereWell the weekend is here again and Ed is working out at 5:30 am while most people are sleeping and not burning fat. Stop making excuses for missing your workouts and get in here and change your life. You must battle every day to achieve your goals, don't be someone who fails.
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Jun19
Thursday Butt Kickin workoutsHey Lou is working like an animal in the gym today Legs and Abs tuff to top this level of training. Read on for motivation and info
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Jun18
Nutrition Tip and Client UpdateNutrition Tip of the Day: Seeds are packed with nutrients. Grind a mixture of pumpkin, sunflower, sesame and linseed in a coffee grinder, and sprinkle on cereals, or add to baking or cooking.
Client update of the Day: Wow Angie worked hard at her workout today. Her muscles are so pumped up and toned. She is going to be one hot trophy girl next year and then JEANNE H followed up this afternoon with even a better workout than Angie she is headed for the Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weenie Yellow pocka Dot Bikini
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Jun16
Magnificent Monday MadnessHey everyone it is the beginning of a brand new week. Lets make 95 percent healthy decisions all week long. Read on for great info and inspiration!
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Jun14
Super Saturday Workout tipFathers Day Ideas
"There are no shortcuts to any place worth going."
Work Hard
Eat Clean
Look and Feel Great
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Jun13
T G I FHey Ladies and Gentleman it is the weekend. What do you have planned. It had better be healthy eating and outside activities or you may be gaining fat.
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Jun12
Summertime Workouts and NutritionWe must not, in trying to think about how we can make a big difference in our Physique, ignore the small daily differences we can make which, over time, add up to big differences and you reaching all of your goals. Summertime is a great time to get physical activity outside like swimming and biking so get out there and do it!
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Jun11
Workout Wednesday and More Cruise PhotosWell half way into this week and how are your workouts going? Today I will give you motivation and inspiration with some great info for your workouts and nutrition program. I will also throw in a few more cruise photos.
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Jun10
2008 Cruise PicturesHey guys check out the photos from the Cruise.
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Jun9
Momentum MondayBack from Vacation and ready to take the momentum into your motivation. I had my 1 week off for the year and now I am recharged and ready to get you into the best shape of your life. Read on for important stuff.
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Jun6
on way back from vacationhey guys and gals headed back from the cruise see you soon
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Jun3
day in the bahamasWell we made it to the Bahamas today.. Went over to the Atlantic Resort. Very Nice. See you all soon
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Jun2
Day at SeaWe are out at sea. Going to the Bahamas. We will be back on Monday. If you are trying to call me just send an e-mail the cell charges are crazy out at sea. Stick to your diet.
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May31
Saturday and Off to the BahamasHey all I am headed on vacation for a week but my mother and father will be here running the Studio. Make sure to check back to the blog for any updates on my trip or photos. Talk to you soon.
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May30
Fitness FridayFriday is here. Late night last night I did Joe's Radio program from 10 to 11pm E.S.T. and now it is 5am and I am tired but I am headed out to the gym to kick butt.
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May29
Live on the AirIf you don't do what's best for your body, you're the one who comes up on the short end.
Tonight 10pm I am live with my new best friend Joe The South Jersey Sports Extravaganza and Wellness Expo Huge Success
Up to 10,000 people enjoyed a weekend of awesome competition and a great expo!
Tonight call in live to talk with James and Joe.
Thursday 10:00 pm EST, date, the
Phone number to dial into
712 432-1601 access code 709529#
and my website
http://www.fireyourdiet.com
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May28
Wed Fitness Tips and TricksTip of the Week
Take Your Vitamin E Supplement Even if You Think You Don't Need it.
Recent research concludes that antioxidants such as vitamin E may indeed be protection against free radicals that contribute to diseases such as cancer and even arthritis. Exact RDA's are still in contention but it's safe to take 400 International Units daily.
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May26
Wow what an Expo and Happy Memorial DayHey everyone we are home from Atlantic City from the 7th Annual SJ Sports Extravaganza and Wellness Expo. Have a Great Memorial Day. We will be open today if you want to workout so give me a call. If not have fun and see you soon. For More info on the Expo read on.
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May23
At the ExpoWow, what a great event. If you have not come down to the Expo you are missing out on some awesome competition.
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May22
The Day Before the ExpoGood Morning everyone. Today I am training 8 People before Lunch time hooking up the Trailer and Driving down to Atlantic City to set up the Expo. I hope all of you are headed down either Friday or Saturday to see what we have put together for the 7th Annual South Jersey Sports Extravaganza and Wellness Expo. For more info click on Fitness Events.
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May21
Wed Tips why not try some Gardening?Spring is Here Summer is around the Corner get outside and make your yard look nice. Beautify Your Body While You Garden No time to get to the gym this weekend with all the yard work to be done? You don’t have to hit the gym to get the physical activity your body needs. Hit the yard!
It’s easy to burn calories when mowing and edging the lawn, using the weed whacker, pulling weeds or planting your favorite annuals. For example, a 134-pound person can burn nearly 140 calories pushing a lawn mower for 20 minutes.
Step outside and give your yard and your body the nurturing they deserve.
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May19
Monday Before Expo Info you need to KnowGood Morning. This is a very exciting week at the Studio as we get ready for our 7th Annual Wellness Expo. Read on For Motivation and information.
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May16
Friday Fitness DirectionAs we age, we change
As we age, our tastes change, our energy needs change and our desire to eat may also change. Sometimes this makes it hard for older adults to consume all the nutrients their bodies need.
When the desire to eat diminishes, changing what and when you eat can actually make obtaining adequate nutrition easier. Start with smaller, more frequent meals. Plan for easier, low-preparation meals like tuna salad and sliced tomatoes, a baked potato topped with cottage cheese or sliced turkey on whole-wheat bread.
Most importantly, consume the nutrients your body needs and experiment with changes to improve your eating habits as you age.
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May15
Thursday Focus and PushMost people never run far enough on their first wind to find out they've got a second. Give your dreams all you've got and you'll be amazed at the energy that comes out of you.
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May14
Workout WedWhen we do the best that we can with our workout and nutrition program, we never know what miracle is going to happen to our body, why not just give it your all.
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May13
Never QuitA Good philosophy of life is that if we make up our mind what we are going to make of our lives, then work hard toward that goal, we never lose - somehow we win out.
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May9
Fantastic Workout FridayNone are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm.
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May8
Can Spinach Save Your Eyesight?Can Spinach Save Your Eyesight?
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May7
Circuit Training for great resultsCircuit training is a type of interval training in which strength exercises are combined with endurance/aerobic exercises, combining the benefits of both a cardiovascular and strength training workout. 'Circuit' means a group of activities and refers to a number of selected 'stations' positioned around the facility that are to be visited in rapid succession. The range of stations includes those comprising resistance equipment (e.g. hydraulic equipment or free weights), as well as allocated spaces to do squat thrusts, pushups, jumping jacks, sit-ups, and other exercises. Each person should complete the activity in one station before they proceed to the next station. They then continue until they have passed through all stations once or twice as required, or until a certain time requirement has been met.
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May6
A Role for Iron in Building Strong Bones?
When you think of ways to build strong and healthy bones, most people immediately mention calcium. However, new research indicates that iron might also make a difference in your bone health.
A recent study at the University of Arizona and University of Arkansas found that postmenopausal women who consumed at least 18 milligrams of iron a day had the greatest bone mineral density levels.
Full Story Keep Reading
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May5
Monday March toward the Expo and your Fitness GoalsGood Morning and Good Monday.
Only 3 weeks till the Wellness Expo and the Studio is Buzzing. Lets work even harder this week and fine tune that diet of yours. Read on for great info for your goals.
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May3
Super Saturday Sweating to the OldiesFad Diets
Did you know that fad diets are dated as far back as the ancient Greeks? Fad diets while popular, typically do not work, instead of trying to find a fast all inclusive fix all, follow a diet that is know to work. One involving variety, moderation, balance and exercise. Results are longer lasting!
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May2
Glass is Half FullWhen you are feeling down and when you are most unhappy, Believe that there is something for you to do in this world. Focus on other important people in your life and if there is one person that you can help by easing another's pain, life is not in vain. Be a productive person all day long.
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May1
Thin down thursdayOptimism is the one quality more associated with success and happiness than any other. Read on for tools for to build your new body.
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Apr30
You can DO IT !Our ultimate freedom is the right and power to decide how anybody or anything outside ourselves will affect us.
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Apr29
Kick Start your metabolismKick Start your metabolism today. Read this entire blog to better understand how your metabolism works. You can do it.
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Apr28
Last Week of AprilHello clients and friends.
Here we are the last week of April. Summer just around the corner. Are you going to feel great putting on that bathing suit? If not read on to see what you can do about it.
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Apr25
Friday Fitness FocusHey Clients and Friends Friday is here it time to crank it up a gear. Read on todays blog with push you toward the best body you ever had.
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Apr24
Thursday Bring your Child to Work Day.Hello all. Today is bring your child to work day and my son Jordan has been wanting to do this for about 3 years. Well today is the Day so my 11 year old son Jordan will be at the Gym today helping to give you great workouts.
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Apr23
Get Down to BusinessI still need more healthy rest in order to work at my best. My health is the main capital I have and I want to administer it intelligently.
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Apr21
Another Week Another YOU !There's lots of people who spend so much time watching their health, they haven't got time to enjoy it. Take all of this new muscle you have built with your one on one training sessions and go out for a hike with a friend or loved one. You will burn more calories, expand your mind and see more results than ever before. Read on for more guidance.
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Apr18
Is it the End of the Week or the Beginning of the Week?Wouldn't it be nice if we looked at Fridays as the beginning of the week instead of the End? Read on for some insight into this thought!
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Apr17
Sunny Day !We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.
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Apr16
Wed Workout Tips and MotivationHey Guys and Gals it is hump day and we need to push toward the weekend with great workouts and focused nutrition. Thanks Angie
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Apr15
Tone Up your Abs TuesdayIt is time for us all to stand and cheer for the doer, the achiever - the one who recognizes the challenge and does something about it. Today we salute our military, our teachers, and each and every person that is trying to better themselves with exercise and correct nutrition. In todays blog we are going to attach those abs. Read on.
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Apr14
Monday Morning Madness How to DealA master of something can tell you what he expects of you. A teacher or guide, though, awakens your own expectations. Let me guide and teach you this week to take your results to another level with your workouts and nutrition program. Read on for Motivation, Inspiration, workout and nutrition tips!
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Apr11
Power and StrengthNothing can add more power to your life or workouts than concentrating all of your energies on a limited set of targets.
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Apr10
What an AWESOME Day !Greatness lies not in being strong, but in the right use of strength.
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Deep Motivation and Inspiration"The more I talk to and train clients the more convinced I become that the method of training them is relatively unimportant compared to consistency and effort they put out. There are many ways to the top and to their goals, and the training method we choose is just the one that suits them best at the time. The most important thing is the attitude of the client, the desire to get to the top and the relentless quest for a healthy and fit body and mind!"
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Apr8
R.E.L.A.X.Good Morning my clients and friends. Today we are going to focus on a very important part of your workout. After a great workout and crazy day at work or the other way around it is important that you allow your body to recover and relax. In todays blog we are going to cover that from 3 different ways!
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Apr7
A New Calcium and D BenefitA New Calcium and D Benefit
Besides boosting your bone health, taking vitamin D with your calcium could give you another big benefit: protection from cancer. It's true. This powerful pair may help reduce the risk of five different kinds of cancer, according to a recent study. So eat your Spinach and have yogurt every day.
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Apr5
Saturdays Test of will powerWeekends are always tuff. Kids, family get togethers, Drive thru resteraunts it is very hard when taking the kids to sports and trying to eat healthy and get your workouts in. In todays blog I am going to give you some tips to stay on track
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Apr4
Friday Thank GODGood Morning my Clients and Friends. Thank God Friday is here what a long week. I hope your workouts and eating was spot on. Lets gear up for a great weekend and to make sure that we do not do to much damage to ourselves. Read on for Motivation, Fitness and Nutrition Tips and more.
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Apr3
Thursday is a great day to push harder and look betterMOTIVATION of the DAY: Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.
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Apr2
Middle of the Week lets turn it up a notch !Good Morning all of my Clients and Friends. Yesterday was a taste of the warm weather that is headed our way. Are you going to be wearing a long baggy t-shirt on the beach or next to the pool this year or are you going to show off that new body?
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Apr1
Lets Focus on Spring and Summer and how how you will look and feelThank you to all of my friends and clients around the world that voted for me in March and voted me into the Top 5 Trainers in the USA. Thanks
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Apr1
Lets Focus on Spring and Summer and how how you will look and feelThank You to all of my clients all over the world that voted for me in March to put me into the Top 5 Trainers in the USA. We had a great shot at it and the Trainer that won is awesome.
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Mar31
Last Day of March lets take your Workout out like a LION.As we head toward Spring lets stay focused and work harder. The Lighter clothes are coming and more of you is going to show, so lets make less of your belly this week.
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Mar29
Saturday Workout TipsGood Morning all, I hope you are ready for a very positive weekend of eating healthy and working out. Don't give in to your unhealthy friends who don't want you to look and feel better than they do.
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Mar27
Working toward the Weekend I know work has been tuff this week with all the long hours and driving. The best part of your day should be your workout. It is your time that is all about helping you feel better. If you are at your best then your family and loved ones benefit!
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Mar26
Wed Workout support and motivationThe difference between people who succeed and people that fail is simple! The people that succeed are willing to do the things that the people that failed did not do! Got it.
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Mar25
Tune it up TuesdayToday we will cover anatomy and physiology and some great motivation.
Motivation for the Day: When we do the very best that we can with our workouts and nutrition, we never know what miracle is going to happen with our bodies.
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Mar24
Monday MadnessWow the Holiday weekend is over, WHAT did you eat that you were not supposed to?
Motivation for the Day: Aim for success, not perfection. Never give up your right to be wrong, because then you will lose the ability to learn new things and move forward with your life.
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Mar21
Fantastic FridayLast Day to vote for your Trainer as the Top Trainer click the button on the top right side of my home page please. For all of you that voted, BIG THANX.
Now Motivation:
It is common sense to take a method and try it. If it fails, admit it frankly and try another. But above all, try something. PRESIDENT Franklin D. Roosevelt
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Mar20
Thursday Motivation and Workout TipsGood Morning Clients, family and Friends.
Here is some motivation and inspiration for you. Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together.
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Mar19
Wed is Here Half way to the Weekend lets push harderHey Guys and Gals how do you feel today? I hope you feel great! If you create an act, you create a habit. If you create a habit, you create character. If you create a character, you create a destiny.
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Mar18
Take this one to the BankTo get the best results with your workout and nutrition program hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody else expects of you, never excuse yourself. This along with your trainer pushing you will make all the difference in long term success
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Mar17
Monday Madness time to rev it up againMotivation of the Day: There are only two options regarding commitment for your workout and nutrition program. You're either in or out. There's no such thing as a life in-between you are in shape or out of shape you make the choice.
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Mar15
Don't forget to vote pleaseIf you are reading this blog than I am helping you each day so please go and vote for me as the Top Trainer. You can click the link on the Home Page of this site to the Right of the Page. Read on for Motivation and Exercise Tips.
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Mar14
T.G.I.F. March MadnessGood Morning all. How many of you have noticed that almost 10 channels on your TV have college basketball games on all day long? I know it can get frustrating, but wait a second take a look at the physiques on these athletes. Very Toned athletic muscle, low bodyfat. We can learn from their training and add it into your program. Read on.........
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Mar13
Hello Clients and Friends how do you feel?Working Out With a Cold or Flu
“Since I have a cold (head stuffed, sore throat, sinus pain) is it OK to workout with weights or run?”
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Mar12
Motivation and Information for Wacky WedMotivation of the Day: If doubt is challenging you with your workouts or nutrition and you do not act by working and focusing harder, doubts will grow and failure will start to creep in. Think the world of yourself and be a champion in your mind even before you start your day.
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Mar11
Tip Top Shape TuesdayForget past mistakes. Forget failures. Forget about everything except what you're going to do now - and do ! Stop Making Excuses and get into the best Shape of your Life !
Read on for more info and articles.
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Mar10
Monday MadnessI can't believe it. I changed all the clocks in the house other than the clock that was supposed to change on its own and it did not wake me up at 4:30 it woke me up at 5:30 OH NO......Well now that my day started off crazy I wanted to let everyone know that we now have Single Serving Soup and Chicken Chili in the Gym for Purchase along with the Delivery of cookies that came in on Saturday. Read on for more info.
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Mar7
T.G.I.F and you feel GREAT......!Good Morning to all of you. It is great that Friday is here and we will have a fantastic weekend ahead of us. Make sure to click the title of this blog to read the entire entry. Have a great weekend!
James Your Personal Trainer
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Mar6
Thirsty Thursday The importance of water for your Muscle and BodyNutrition Tip of the Day
DID YOU KNOW THAT THE AVERAGE ADULT BODY IS
55%-75% WATER? THE BODY NEEDS WATER FOR
SEVERAL DIFFERENT FUNCTIONS. MAKE SURE YOU
E DRINKING ENOUGH WATER BY LOOKING AT THE
COLOR OF YOUR URINE. IT SHOULD BE CLEAR OR
PALE YELLOW. IF IT'S DARK YELLOW OR HAS A
STRONG ODOR, YOU NEED TO DRINK MORE WATER!
More on water or to vote for James Click the Title of todays blog.
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Mar5
Wednesday, Lets get over hump day togetherGreat Blog info today. Nutrition Tip, Motivation and Exercise Suggestion. Click at the bottom for more info.
Thank you for everyone that voted for me I have 2 weeks left to win this contest. You have moved me from number 68 all the way up to number 14. If you get your friends, co workers and family to vote we can win this thing and you can say your personal trainer is the Best.
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Mar4
You are What you EatThank you for everyone voting for me I am moving toward the top. If I win the Nations Top Trainer it will help my career very much and I get a Rebok contract as well.
You may think that promoting your digestive system health is as simple as eating some yogurt once in awhile.
Unfortunately, that just won’t work (for reasons I’ll tell you about shortly).
Promoting digestive health goes beyond just your digestive system. You may not realize it but 80% of your immune system is located in your digestive system.
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Mar3
Monday All over againHey everyone it is Monday again. Lets push harder this week then last week and get ready for spring. I know you can do it!
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Mar1
Super Set Saturday Super Pump ResultsHey Guys and Gals. Lets have a more intense workout today and get a new level of pump.
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Feb29
T. G. I. F. Feb 29th Leap YearWow it has been 4 years since this day hit. Lets make it a memorable one. Read the entire blog today to stay on track with your health and fat loss.
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Feb28
Good Day Great DayGood Day: You are on a Personal Training Program and a healthy eating program. You slip up a little but still 99% of your day you stayed strong. Good Day!
Great Day: Same as above but no slip ups.
The Old YOU! Every Day before you started this program when you would slip up all the time.
Way to go !
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Feb27
Wed Fitness and Nutrition GuideHow Hard Do You Need to Exercise to Burn Fat?
New Research is out and we may need to change up your workouts based on these numbers.
To answer this question we need to focus on two areas of the FIT principle (Frequency, Intensity, and Time of exercise). These two areas are intensity and time.
Let's look at 2 sample workouts performed by the same individual exercising on a stairclimber.
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Feb26
Tuesday Motivation and RemindersWe have started the week of great in the studio! Twenty of you showed up for some really great workouts and nutritional coaching. For those of you that had your workout Diary with you or had in the gym already great job......Read On...........
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Feb25
Monday Morning Cold and FITGood Morning Clients and Friends. Late Feb, Snow on the Ground here in New Jersey and COLD. Not an excuse to miss your workouts or to push yourself harder. Lets focus on the Spring and Summer that are coming fast. How are you going to look? Read On..............
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Feb23
Saturday PUSHGood Morning everyone. Saturday is here and we need to push harder to make it through Sunday without going haywire with our workout and diets. Todays Blog has great info for you.
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Feb22
Snow Day BLUES what to DO !Well in N.J. we have a snow storm. Lots of personal training cancellations. What should you do if you are snowed in and you don't want to sit around eating carbs and getting fat? Read on to see what to do.
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Feb21
Thursday Fitness ChallengeTwo of the best and yet simple ways to improve your overall health with supplements include*:
* Increasing your intake of antioxidants ...
* Increasing your intake of omega-3 oils ...
If you recall, antioxidants are your body's #1 way to neutralize free radicals, those harmful metabolic byproducts that damage cells and tissues throughout your body.
Scientific evidence has repeatedly demonstrated that antioxidants are a cornerstone in the promotion of heart health, immune system support, and memory support.* Antioxidants also appear to play a role in helping to slow your signs of aging.*
Although many foods contain antioxidants, today's poor-quality diets are nearly always insufficient in the full range of these beneficial free radical scavengers.* That's why I strongly recommend increasing your antioxidant intake as a valuable way to optimize your health.*
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Feb20
Burn Fat All Day Long !Good Morning All: Today we are focusing on Burning Fat All Day Long. Step 1. Cut the Bad Fats
Avoid the obvious such as fried foods, fatty meats (i.e. pork, bacon, ham, salami, ribs and sausage). Dairy products such as cheese, cottage cheese, milk and cream should be eaten in low fat versions. Sandwich meats, mayonnaise, margarine, butter and sauces should be eaten in limited amounts. Most are available in lower fat versions such as substitute butter, fat free cheeses and mayonnaise.
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Feb19
terrific tuesdayGoodmorning all, lets make today very productive! Read on for motivation and Fitness Tip.
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Feb18
Monday Morning Things are GREATSome of you are off today for Presidents day and some of you are not. Lets make it a great day either way.
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Feb16
Slim Down SaturdayGood morning ladies and gentleman. Saturday is here and it is a great day to burn fat and look great as we head toward spring. In this blog we will cover 3 things you can do today to make that happen.
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Feb15
Four Set FridayToday lets try something different! Lets do 4 sets of each exercise. We tried this in the Studio last week and it was a big hit. Well, not with everyone LOL ! Read on for motivation and more info.
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Feb14
Happy Valentines DayUp your exercise capacity -- and lower your mortality risk. That's what a new, significant study of more than 15,000 U.S. military veterans shows.
Circulation -- a journal of the American Heart Association -- published the study in which researchers assessed "the association between exercise capacity and mortality" in 6,749 black and 8,911 white men -- whose average age was 60, with or without cardiovascular disease and having successfully completed a treadmill test.
Men who achieved "highly to very highly fit" status demonstrated a 50%-70% lower mortality risk than "low fit" subjects.
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Feb13
Mid Week MotivationMotivation for the Day: “A good exercise for the heart is bending down and helping someone to get up.”
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Feb12
tuesday messageWow your trainer was tired today 22 trainings yesterday! See I am human. Read on for motivation and guidance.
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Feb11
Tips, Recipe and Motivation for Magic MondayFitness Tip of the Day: Maintain good posture: Incorrect posture can easily lead to injuries. If you start to lose your posture, stop the exercise and reposition yourself.
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Feb8
Food Combining what is it all about?Good Morning
I know that some of you get confused with the Food Combining program. I want to spend some time explaining it in detail to you so you understand.
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Feb7
This will keep you showing up at the GymIt is Thursday Morning at 5am and I have to help 16 People today one on one Change their lives. Well here is some personal inspiration to each of you to get your body moving and to stop you from quiting.
Motivational Quote of the Day!!
"The road to happiness lies in two simple statements. One is a Fact and the other is a Quest ! The Cardio Machine that Sucks. Exercise and The Cellulite Free Body. NO NO NO I can do better than That Read below.
"The road to happiness lies in two simple principles: find what interests you and that you can do well, and put your whole soul into it - every bit of energy and ambition and natural ability you have." "This will lead you to your goal on a better path."
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Feb6
Good Bye FAT TUESDAY and hello ASH WED.Hey Clients and Friends!
Hope you did not go overboard on Fat Tuesday. Oh well if you did it is now time to make a promise to yourself that you are going to eat better, work harder and look great by SPRING. Yes, Spring is only around the corner and you will have to put on shorts and a tank top. Get out the Dumbells and the Razors and lets get to work. LOL
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Feb5
A Single Meal Can Lead to Good (or Bad) HealthReally Think about what you are about to put in your body! Is is worth it?
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Feb4
Monday, Monday, MondayHey Guys and Girls
Good Monday Morning.
In todays blog we will talk Recipe, Fitness Tip and Motivation. What you Start in Motion Stays in Motion so today has to be the very best day of your week.
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Feb2
Slim Down SaturdayWhat is your Heart Rate During Exercise and what does that mean?
Heart Rate During Exercise
For maximum effectiveness and safety, cardiovascular exercise has specific instructions on the frequency, duration, and intensity. These are the three important components of cardiovascular exercise that you really need to understand and implement in your program. In addition, your cardiovascular program should include a warm-up, a cool-down, and stretching of the primary muscles used in the exercise.
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Feb1
Another Trainers Point of View for youArnold talked about it in “Pumping Iron. Most trainees worth their salt exercise it, at least most of the time. Of course, great coaches like John Wooden or Yogi Berra make it a must from their teams.
I’m talking about mindfulness, of course. More than just mere mindfulness, however - I’m talking about putting conscious intention into all of your exercise efforts.
There’s more to exercise success than merely showing up and going through the motions. Exercising with intention - making the so-called “mind-muscle connection” - is more than just a bunch of bodybuilder nonsense. When you’re determined to make your target repetitions and weights, your performance is better. You get a deeper sense of fatigue and stimulation in your muscles. And, arguably, you set the stage for better gains - at least, according to a study in the journal Psychological Science (full text found here.
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Jan31
Thirsty ThursdayStop Drinking Fruit Juice and Soda and Drink Water with Lemon in it and a little splenda. This will help you lose weight faster and feel better
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Jan30
Wed Fitness and Nutrition NewsA superfood is a type of food believed to have health benefits beyond those of more common foods due to specific phytonutrient content. For instance, blueberries are considered a superfood or superfruit because they contain significant amounts of antioxidants, anthocyanins, vitamin C, manganese and dietary fibre which are believed to provide important health benefits. Read on for some great info on superfoods
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Jan29
Tuesday Exercise MythMyth: Exercise can get you all the results you want by itself! Wrong
Exercise Is One Sure Way to Lose All the Weight You Desire. As with all responses to exercise, weight gain or loss is impacted by many factors, including dietary intake and genetics. All individuals will not lose the same amount of weight on the same exercise program. It is possible to be active and overweight. However, although exercise alone cannot guarantee your ideal weight, regular physical activity is one of the most important factors for successful long-term weight control. You need a balanced lifestyle change that includes weight training, cardio vascular exercise, a stretching program and of course most important the correct nutrition program for you and your goals.
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Jan28
Monday Fitness and Nutrition HelpNutrition Tip of the Day:
Make your new eating program public
Tell people you're on a eating program. There's no reason to be ashamed to be on a eating program. I found that trying to keep an eating program a secret was harder than just telling people. In fact, telling your coworkers, girlfriend, family, etc. will increase your accountability.
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Jan26
Saturday Fitness FocusTurbocharging Your Workout
How exercise can strip away fat and add muscle
Maybe the last few months, years, or decades of your life have been one big snowstorm - a snowstorm of office parties and happy hours, of vending machine dinners, of midnight pizza deliveries. When you're a kid, those storms can be fun, but as you get older, they're more of a mess than anything else. They dump pounds and pounds of fat onto your once-svelte gut, leaving your abs buried deep under everything. No sun's going to melt your fat after a couple of days, and no snowblower's going to suck it up and shoot it over to the neighbor's lawn. (But how cool would that be?) Read on for many more tips and the full article. Have a great weekend!
Big James
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Jan25
TGIF and what are you going to eat this weekend?Hey Clients and Friends it is Friday and we have the Weekend. Are you going to do well this weekend with workouts and eating or are you going to mess up everything you worked hard for this week? Here are some tips for you to stay on track and feel great about yourself.. Read on click below.
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Jan24
Hey YOU !If you are one of the better clients working out 3 to 6 times per week and working 40 plus hours a week and cutting out all of the junk? Let your body rest. When you're giving your body a run for its money with varied physical activities, you also need to let it recover and renew by getting sufficient sleep.
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Jan23
Wacky WedHey guys and gals.
Crazy hump day stop making excuses and eat healthy and follow the program I designed for you. If you need a program e-mail me.
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Jan22
Tuesdays Fitness and Nutrition GuidanceGood morning clients and friends.
Wow Monday was a long day 18 Personal Training sessions and a consult. Thank God it is Tuesday LOL. Well today lets work a little harder at cutting breads and pastas out of our diets. Also make sure to get lots of quality protein at each meal or snack like Chicken, Fish or Eggs. Read on for some great info today.
Nutrition Tip of the Day
DID YOU KNOW THAT IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA IS
THE MOST COMMON NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCY?
WOMEN ARE MORE LIKELY TO BE DEFICIENT. THE
RDA FOR MENSTRUATING WOMEN IS 15 MG PER DAY
AND THE RDA FOR MEN IS 10MG PER DAY. SOME
GOOD SOURCES OF IRON INCLUDES NUTS, EGGS,
DARK GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES AND LEAN RED
MEATS.
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Jan21
Here we go again ! Not on your own, another week 3 to 6 more workouts.Motivation of the Day:
The only thing that stands between YOU and what YOU want from life and your workouts is often merely the will to try it and to have the faith to believe that it is possible.
Read on for Recipe, Fitness tip and much more.
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Jan18
T.G.I.F. now it is time to workout hard and eat right ! "Some of the world's greatest feats were accomplished by people not smart enough to know they were impossible."
Doug Larson
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Jan17
Why you should not exercise on an empty stomachToo often, adequate carbohydrate intake is overlooked and the resulting glycogen debt becomes the culprit when premature fatigue surfaces in strength/power workouts. What are the symptoms. Upset stomach, feeling tired and dizzy and the unbelievable feeling to have to lay down. What causes this. Read On.
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Jan16
Wacky Wed Workout blogNutrition Tip of the Day
FOR THE HEALTHIEST HEART KEEP THE OVERALL FAT
CONTENT OF YOUR DAILY DIET AS LOW AS
POSSIBLE. THE BEST FAT CHOICES ARE THE
MONOUNSATURATED FATS FOUND IN NUTS, OLIVE OIL
AND AVOCADOS. LIMIT THE SATURATED FATS FOUND
IN RED MEATS, CHEESES AND BUTTER. AVOID ANY
FOODS WITH TRANS FATS - ANY CONTAINING
PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED OIL IN THE INGREDIENT
LISTING.
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Jan15
Fitness Update Don't miss outAre you looking for a total body workout that totally kicks butt? How about a way to increase your stamina, flexibility, and strength while listening to your favorite dance mixes?
If this sounds good to you, keep reading to find out what you need to know before you take the kickboxing challenge.
What Is Kickboxing?
Although the true roots of kickboxing date back to Asia 2,000 years ago, modern competitive kickboxing actually started in the 1970s, when American karate experts arranged competitions that allowed full-contact kicks and punches that had been banned in karate. Because of health and safety concerns, padding and protective clothing and safety rules were introduced into the sport over the years, which led to the various forms of competitive kickboxing practiced in the United States today. The forms differ in the techniques used and the amount of physical contact that is allowed between the competitors. More on Kickboxing and Extra's keep reading
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Jan14
Hey Men want to Build Muscle and Burn Fat all at the Same time.How To Get Bigger Muscles And Six-Pack Abs
"I want to look like Brad Pitt in Troy or Gerard Butler in 300.
What do I do to get bigger arms, broader shoulders and a six-pack stomach?"
"I'm skinny and I need to gain muscle. But I want to get rid of my fat belly at the same time. What should I do?"
If you want to get bigger and more cut... if you want more muscle and a six-pack stomach... if you want to get rid of your belly and fill out your skinny frame, you'll need to ask your body to do two things:
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Jan13
Thursday Workout and Diet GuidanceGood Morning Clients and Friends.
Lets push a little harder today. Lets be a little more positive and lets get some great results.
Exercise Tip of the Day.
Seated Reverse Wood Chop with Medicine Ball .
Exercise Description:
Seated Reverse Wood Chop with Medicine Ball .
Classification:
Abdominal Core.
Instruction:
Sit on a Sissel exercise ball with good posture, feet on the floor and knees over ankles. Hold medicine ball by right hip with both hands. While looking straight ahead, contract the abdominals and turn torso slightly to the right. As you release the twist, lift the medicine ball across the body until your arms are extended over your left shoulder. Release and repeat left hip to right shoulder.
Nutrition Tip of the Day:
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Jan13
Thursday Workout and Diet GuidanceGood Morning Clients and Friends.
Lets push a little harder today. Lets be a little more positive and lets get some great results.
Exercise Tip of the Day.
Seated Reverse Wood Chop with Medicine Ball .
Exercise Description:
Seated Reverse Wood Chop with Medicine Ball .
Classification:
Abdominal Core.
Instruction:
Sit on a Sissel exercise ball with good posture, feet on the floor and knees over ankles. Hold medicine ball by right hip with both hands. While looking straight ahead, contract the abdominals and turn torso slightly to the right. As you release the twist, lift the medicine ball across the body until your arms are extended over your left shoulder. Release and repeat left hip to right shoulder.
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Jan13
Most Important Meal of the DayNutrition Tip of the Day
DID YOU KNOW THAT THOSE WHO EAT BREAKFAST
HAVE INCREASED STRENGTH, ENDURANCE,
CONCENTRATION, AND PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITIES?
GRAB A PIECE OF FRUIT, CEREAL BAR, BAGEL,
OR JUICE BEFORE YOU HEAD TO CLASS FOR
INCREASED PERFORMANCE THROUGHOUT THE DAY.
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Jan13
Drink yourself ThinNutrition Tip of the Day
DID YOU KNOW THAT THE AVERAGE ADULT BODY IS
55%-75% WATER? THE BODY NEEDS WATER FOR
SEVERAL DIFFERENT FUNCTIONS. MAKE SURE YOU
E DRINKING ENOUGH WATER BY LOOKING AT THE
COLOR OF YOUR URINE. IT SHOULD BE CLEAR OR
PALE YELLOW. IF IT'S DARK YELLOW OR HAS A
STRONG ODOR, YOU NEED TO DRINK MORE WATER!
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Jan2
Motivation and Nutrition Tip"We choose our joys and sorrows long before we experience them."
"To understand the heart and mind of a person, look not at what he has already achieved, but at what he aspires to."
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Jan1
Happy New You, Look and Feel Great in 08Happy New Year everyone and Happy New You! Yes the Personal Training Studio is open today. If you really want to make 2008 your year call me at 609-923-2663 to get started on the very first day of 2008.
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Dec31
New Years Eve Look Great for 08Todays Super Exercise is the Exercise Ball Dumbbell Chest Pullovers Read on for Video and Details
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Dec22
Holiday MotivationWell here we are the Saturday before Christmas. A week or so to the new year. What are we to do with the cookies and alcohol and junk that is thrust upon us? Well nibble a little and don't over do it. Here is some motivation and information to get you through the Holidays.
As simple as it sounds, we all must try to be the best person we can: by making the best choices, by making the most of the talents we've been given. If you come up a little short don't get down on yourself pick yourself up and focus and work harder, you can do it.
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Dec18
Tuesday, Guidance and Direction"Tomorrow is the most important thing in life no Yesterday. Every New Day comes to us at midnight like a clean slate you get to start over every day. It's perfect when it arrives and puts itself in our hands. It hopes we've learned something from yesterday and can make a change and a difference!" Read on for great info.
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Dec14
Motivation, Recipe and Great Study" If you accept the expectations of others, especially negative ones, then you never will change the outcome."
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Dec5
Crazy WednesdayI was really had on my clients today. I pushed them to new levels in their workouts. I think it all started yesterday when all did a double workout one in the am and one in the pm.
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Nov15
Jessica Simpson, Brad Pitt, Brittney Spears and Jessica Alba MOVIE STAR BODIESHow do Movie Stars Like Jessica Simpson, Brittney Spears, and Jessica Alba Look so good so fast when they want to?
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Sep10
Welcome to the new Website!We've re-launched a new look and feel for our website and hope you enjoy it.
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