Wednesday, July 19, 2006

Revolutionary Workout Routine For Burning Maximum Body Fat

Revolutionary Workout Routine For Burning Maximum Body Fat
By Faisal Khetani

You only have two choices when it comes to losing fat...



Either you chase the pill and powder hype, or you do it the real, proven, effective way. The choice is yours, but I'm hoping that you're reading this article in hope for a healthy solution, not a chemically-tainted one.



There is no real secret to losing fat. There are better solutions that many people are unaware of, but there are no secrets. As a health and fitness consultant, my objective is to help you get informed on the best possible methods of losing bodyfat.



It all boils down to three simple things. You need to eat right, exercise often, and change some habits. The main objective of this article is to lay out the exercise and workout component. Based on extensive research and real-world results, I've identified a workout routine that is sure to deliver great results.



The following workout routine incorporates cutting-edge science with the methodology of some of the elite trainers in the country. Give this workout a shot, and you should be able to lose a considerable amount of bodyfat, without losing muscle mass or going on starvation diets.



The principles are simple, yet powerful. Basically, the emphasis of this workout routine is to force your body to burn fat for fuel, and elevate your metabolism for a prolonged period of time. The key principles are pre-workout preparation, short weight training, and variable intensity cardio.



Anxious to get started? Check out the fat-burning workout routine below:



*Pre-workout*



This is a very important phase. Preparation during this phase can help you burn bodyfat for fuel and gain the energy needed to sustain a fairly intense workout.



- Make sure you haven't eaten for 2 hours prior.

- Take natural green tea extract, standardized with 60% polyphenols and EGCG as the marker compound. Green tea is a wonderful energy booster and it has been proven to help the body burn more fat than caffeine along.

- Be well hydrated - Water is your best friend for fat-loss. It helps to increase your metabolic rate, increase your muscle contractile strength, and increase aerobic ouput.



*Workout*



First of all, you have to warm-up properly to promote blood-flow. Secondly, a short weight training session before your cardio session depletes glycogen. Glycogen is the substance that is burned before your body taps into fat for fuel. Lastly, the cardio you'll be performing is of variable intensity. Basically, variable intensity means that you don't perform the cardio at the the same intensity, but rather you change the intensities to prevent your body from adapting.



- 5 minutes light aerobic exercise

- 20 minutes medium intensity weight lifting

--- Squats or leg-presses

--- Leg Curls

--- Bench press or chest press

--- Machine rows

--- Lat Pull-downs

--- Hanging Leg Raises

--- Weighted Crunches

--- Sidebends

- 30 minutes fat-burning cardio

--- Variable low to medium intensity (Switch speeds or intensities frequently. Don't do the same intensity for prolonged periods)



*Post-Workout*



- Drink 20-26 ounces of purified or spring water

- Wait 1 hour

- Then, consume 300-400 calorie meal with 50-25-25 caloric ratio (Carbs-Fats-Protein)

- Eat same meal every 3-4 hours



The post-workout guidelines are straight-forward. Water is essential, and eating the right meals is key to keep the metabolic fire burning. Small, frequent meals is one of the best ways to keep the calorie burning at a high level.



Give this workout routine a try, and you'll see the difference it makes in your overall physique. You will feel fit and look toned. In time, as the fat just melts away, your current wardrobe might feel a lot looser. Just don't say that I didn't warn you.



There are may more tips and tricks you can apply for burning maximum bodyfat. The key is to find the right information and apply it in your workout routines. Always remember, the supplement industry may not have your best interest in mind, and when you're buying a fitness book, don't judge it by its cover.



About the Author: Faisal Khetani is a health & fitness consultant and personal trainer. He owns and manages a very useful website with scientifically proven weight lifting exercises and workout routines.



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Exercise -- Can You Exercise Too Much?

Exercise-Can You Exercise Too Much?
By Zachary Thompson

Exercise is good for us and we all need some sort of it to keep our bodies in good health. However when you are working out it is important not to put abnormal strain on your body or you will defeat your purpose and do more harm than good.



Avoiding body stress when exercising: First of all be sure you are healthy. It is wise to have a physical check up before you begin an exercise regime, especially if you are recovering from an illness. It is very important not to over do it:



· Start excising gradually, do not rush into a strenuous routine

· Stimulate your body systems carefully by carrying out each exercise correctly.

· Wear clothing that is comfortable

· Exercise regularly if possible at a set time.

· Results will come over time do not expect instant consequences

· You may want to consult a physician, if you have just recovered from a serious illness.



Be careful not to get overheated: heat exhaustion can creep up on you and can be dangerous. Here are a few safety tips for outdoor exercise in those hot summer days.



Replace fluids: your body can dehydrate quite quickly if you are not careful. It may not be particularly hot but if it is humid you will sweat more and lose valuable fluids. You can replace fluids with sports drinks- replacement of minerals and cool water. Always make sure you drink a lot when exercising in the heat. For short bouts of exercise, less than an hour, water is sufficient. For longer exercise sports drinks are recommended.



In really hot weather you can schedule your exercise either in the evening or early morning. Consider working indoors if this cannot be managed.



Be aware of warning signs like fatigue and feeling light headed. If you experience these symptoms stop, rest in the cool and drink plenty of fluids.



Dress in loose cool clothes that will allow your body to breathe and sweat.



Be careful of air quality alerts, which can be more prevalent in summer. It is best to do indoor exercise if there are alerts.



Regular exercise: It is best to take regular exercise rather than a lot one day and none for the next few days. 20 minutes 2-3 times a day is a good regime. Or you can take a brisk walk for 2-5 miles. Bicycling is good but should be done in the cool of the day. The main thing to remember is to be careful and not overexert yourself. It is good to push yourself a little but not too much and you will see the results you need.



Get into the habit of trying to exercise at the same time and you will soon fall into a routine. Once you are in the habit of exercising you will see those pounds come off and at the same time you will strengthen your muscles. Over time you will see a change in yourself and will definitely feel much better, Exercise should always be coupled with a healthy diet for maximum results. As well as this you should get adequate rest so that you can have an all-round feeling of good health.



About the Author: Zach Thompson is a Glyconutrients Consultant. His clients range from pro athletes and actresses, to cancer patients and children with Learning Disabilities. Learn more about Mannatech Ambrotose



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Friday, July 14, 2006

Kickin It Up A Notch

I decided to reset my count down counter to August 21st 2006 and reset my goal weight to 140 lbs. After I get down to my desired weight, I will work on toning. Wish me luck :-) Body Like Beyonce, HERE I COME!!!

Thursday, July 13, 2006

I Still Want A Body Like Beyonce's

Everybody wants to know Beyonce's weight loss plan, her diet, her exercise routine. I don't think there's anything special about how she keeps her body in tact. I mean, she's just doing what we already know to do through our own research, and that's watching what she eats, and exercising. What do you think, she is taking some type of magic pill or something? This chick works for her body, but that's not what people want to hear. In her interviews, she gives tidbits of what she does to stay in shape, and it falls along the same lines of eating right and exercising. The main thing I have noticed in beyonce's interviews when she is asked about her diet, she mentions that she stays away from carbs as much as she can. All you have to do is watch her interview and put the pieces together if you really want to know how she does it. Check out these tidbits:


http://www.elizabethgabbay.com/rockbodies/index.php?type=small


http://people.aol.com/people/gallery/0,26335,1097448_7,00.html


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-oMpSdRUAM

Wednesday, July 12, 2006

Beyonce's "Deja Vu" on MTV's TRL Today 3:30pm ET/PT





The highly anticipated new video "Deja Vu" from Beyonce knowles will world premiere on MTV and MTV Overdrive (overdrive.mtv.com) today during "Total Request Live" which airs weekdays at 3:30pm ET/PT.

Thursday, July 06, 2006

Do You Lose More Weight When Exercising On An Empty Stomach?

Do You Lose More Weight When Exercising On An Empty Stomach?

By John Tiniakos

Today I would like to talk about when is the best time to exercise for maximum weight loss. While the type of exercise, the intensity and duration is important with respect to weight loss, the time of exercise is equally as important – if not more so.



Timing your workout can be crucial. There are specific times during the day during which your body burns fat most efficiently. It has to do with your eating cycle - or more accurately with your body’s digestive cycle. The body burns more fat when you exercise on a relatively empty stomach – contrary to many claims out there that state otherwise. The longer you wait to exercise after a meal the more fat your body will burn.



Is that truth or myth?



A university researcher studied the effects of exercising on a full versus an empty stomach. A group of women participated in 2 exercise studies. In one they exercised twice before meals and in the other, after meals. Evidence showed that when the subjects exercised on an empty stomach (before meals), blood glucose levels were lower in the periods following meals and during the night, than the when they exercised on a full stomach (after meals).



This suggested that exercising before meals can help to regulate blood glucose levels almost as well as 2 popular glucose-lowering drugs. (1)



To take it one step further, since this type of exercise method lowers blood glucose, lower amounts of glucose may translate to decreases in body fat. Remember excess glucose in the blood (from carbohydrate) may be stored as fat.



This study, it seems, supports the widely popular theory that the best time to exercise for fat loss, is on an empty stomach. A theory which many claim is only a myth.



I decided to put this theory to the test.



I am well into my thirties now, and I find it more difficult too keep the pounds off these days (with everything being constant). In other words, I am not eating more calories than I did 10-15 years ago and I’m also not exercising any less. And yet I had put on an extra 12 pounds. By the way, I also have a slow metabolism.



So, I wanted to see if there would be a significant difference when I exercised before breakfast instead of 2-3 hours after dinner which is what I had been doing. My workout was exactly the same, I didn’t change anything. I jogged for 30 minutes and followed that by 15 minutes of high intensity interval training. The results were shocking. I lost 11 pounds in four and a half weeks – that was extra weight around the mid-section that I was carrying around for quite some time.



In truth, however, I am not really a morning person and find that my body has a hard time waking up for a workout first thing in the morning. If you’re not a morning person, you’ll know what I mean. So I am going to experiment by switching my workout period to first just before lunch and then just before dinner (on a fairly empty stomach). I’ll let you know what the results will be. I have a feeling they’ll still be more favorable with respect to weight loss than when workouts are conducted after meals.



Reference:

http://www.umich.edu/~urecord/0506/Nov21_05/06.shtml, “Exercise nearly as successful as drugs at lowering blood sugar”, retrieved 6 July 2006 from http://www.umich.edu/~urecord/0506/Nov21_05/06.shtml



About the Author: John Tiniakos helps make weight loss easier through proven weight loss methods using information and analysis from the worlds leading scientists. To subscribe to his blog or his free monthly newsletter that includes valuable, up to date tips on diet, weight loss and health and to receive 2 free reports visit http://www.nulife-weightloss.com.



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