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2012 Bench Press Standards - Male & Female
Bench Press Standards Pounds Bench Press - Adult Men Body Weight.............Untrained Novice Intermediate Advanced Elite 114.00........................... 85.00 110.00 130.00 180.00 220.00 123.00........................... 90.00 115.00 140.00 195.00 240.00…
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Six Pack Science - Men's Health Personal Trainer Exclusive!
An article I received today from Men's Health. Just some food for thought! Men's Health Personal Trainer Exclusive! Six Pack Science Discover the best ways to melt your middle and chisel a rock-hard core By Adam Campbell, Posted Date: September 8, 2011 The fitness industry is a crazy business, especially when it comes to…
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Fasting Diets - Any real short/long term benefit?
Taken from WebMD 04/28/12. I am just the messenger, not the author! http://www.webmd.com/diet/fasting?ecd=wnl_wlw_042812 Fasting Diets Most religions use periods of fasting as a means of demonstrating faith or penitence, and an opportunity for spiritual reflection. Fasting has also historically been a means to express…
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Get the Biggest Bang for Your Whey Protein Buck
Get the Biggest Bang for Your Whey Protein Buck By Jim Stoppani Ph.D. Whey’s cost is on the rise, but it’s possible to build muscle without blowing your budget. If you know anything about growing muscle, you understand that whey protein needs to be the first supplement on your list. It’s one of the highest-quality proteins…
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The P90X System: What It Is
I have posted this article written by a WebMD contributor for informational purposes only. I am only the messenger. This is one of the best write ups I have seen on 90 day home workout DVD collections. It reviews P90X probably the most popular method of at home training. As a trainer my biggest concern for beginners is…
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As you prepare for 8 To Great, are you emotionally ready?
Preparing Emotionally for Weight Loss March 31, 2012 By Carrie Harper Leave a Comment Posted by a friend of mine Carrie from her website at - http://www.carriefit.com/preparing-emotionally-for-weight-loss/ As you prepare for 8 To Great, are you emotionally ready? You think you know what you are getting into when you go…
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Think Yourself Thin: Weight-Loss Affirmations That Work
Think Yourself Thin: Weight-Loss Affirmations That Work Find the motivation you need for the body you’ve always wanted. An excerpt from "Six Weeks to Skinny Jeans," by Amy Cotta Wouldn’t it be great if all you had to do were snap your fingers and—poof!—you're a size 2? We all know weight loss isn’t nearly that easy, but…
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Is Your Slow Metabolism To Blame For Weight Gain?
I received this fitness tip today from Karen Goeller, CSCS, and a friend, who has overcome several debilitating illnesses herself. Thanks to people like her that have transformed their life and gone on to help others the world is in a much better place. Is Your Slow Metabolism To Blame For Weight Gain? You're working out…
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The Sweet Science of Chocolate Cravings
The Sweet Science of Chocolate Cravings by Martina M. Cartwright, PhD, RD Client ShareSave to Library. Valentine’s Day may be long gone, but that doesn’t mean your chocolate cravings have melted away. Who needs a seasonal holiday as an excuse to unwrap nature’s most-craved antidepressant? Chocolate is the most frequently…
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Common Knee Injuries
I received this srticle from my certifying organization and while long in detail it may help someone who has knee injuries. Common Knee Injuries By Chris Gellert, PT, MPT, CSCS, CPT Transitioning From Pain to Functionally Fit Background Knee pain comes in all shapes and sizes stemming from tendonitis, tendinopathies,…
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Stop Cravings: Healthy Foods That Satisfy Salt and Sugar Cra
No “Earth shattering” news but perhaps just a friendly reminder on things to have handy, taken from Women’s Health Magazine. Stop Cravings: Healthy Foods That Satisfy Salt and Sugar Cravings These reverse-gateway foods taste like cheating, but they'll help you get back on the weight-loss wagon. Sunflower Seeds They're…
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High-protein diets
I thought I would post this article provided by WebMD today about high protein diets. While somewhat basic in nature perhaps the most important thing mentioned is in the last paragraph “There are no long-term studies of high-protein diets, so their ultimate health impact is unknown.” And “Check with your health care…
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Kick Start Your Weight Loss With Breakfast
This article was posted on one of the professional organization sites I belong to. Thought it offer's not only advice but examples on how to use the information. Kick Start Your Weight Loss With Breakfast Posted on March 6, 2012 by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz If you are someone who thinks skipping breakfast will help you…
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The PERFECT BLENDER SMOOTHIE DRINK RECIPE
The PERFECT BLENDER SMOOTHIE DRINK RECIPE July 12, 2011 by Best Raw Organic : ) RECIPE FOR THE BEST AND EASIEST GREEN SMOOTHIE VEGGIE AND FRUIT DRINK Ingredients (Preferably Organic) 1 apple 1 slightly spotty (ripe) banana 1/2 sweet orange peeled with a bit of the healthy white rind left on 2 small carrots, 1 med carrot…
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How many calories do you burn during Sex
How many calories do you burn during Sex Positions Man on top, woman on bottom (facing each other) 20 calories Woman on top, man on bottom (Many women find that in addition to its inherent sexual possibilities, this position affords a better view of the clock.) 25 calories From the rear (Mysterious variation) 40 1/2…
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9 Health Benefits of Kale
Mandeiko posted especially for you!! 9 Health Benefits of Kale Published on February 28, 2011 Kale is not only one of the more beautiful cruciferous vegetables, but it also one of the most nutritious. Here are nine reasons to eat kale, and eat it often. Diet and Digestion One cup of kale has only 36 calories and zero grams…
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6 Habits to Chisel a Solid 6-Pack
Several of my clients have mid sections that would be the envy of others their age range and gender but they still may not be exactly where they want to be. Hitting the abs varied, hard and frequently is very important but there are other considerations just as important. 6 Habits to Chisel a Solid 6-Pack By Bill Hartman,…
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Meatless Monday: Greek Pasta Casserole
Greek Pasta Casserole ByDana Treat WebMD Recipe from Foodily.com Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 pound small pasta shells 1 (15 oz.) can ready-cut diced tomatoes with their juice 1 (7 oz.) jar roasted red peppers, well drained and diced 1/4 cup pitted and roughly chopped black olives 2 tbsp. red…
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Dr. Oz's Greatest Health Tips
This is a compilation taken from Men's Health magazine of Dr. Oz's greatest tips. Hope you enjoy! Your messenger, Ron Dr. Oz's Greatest Health Tips ROTF, LMAO Laughing not only eases stress, promotes social bonding, and lowers blood pressure; it may also boost your immune system. So bring some humor into your life, whether…
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The Best and Worst Sushi for Weight Loss
There is certainly a great deal of talk these days about Sushi this and Sushi that. While I am certainly no expert in this area Shape magazine recently published the following article about how to make healthier choices while selecting sushi entrees. The Best and Worst Sushi for Weight Loss Are you ordering the right way?…
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Body Mass Index Facts
Body Mass Index Facts Truth about BMI Americans think the body mass index can tell them if they're at a healthy weight. But they're wrong By Adam Eaglin, Posted Date: October 19, 2010 The next time you happen to catch a Minnesota Vikings game, take a look at Adrian Peterson, the team's 6'1, 217-pound running back. Now ask…
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Prescription weight-loss drugs: Can they help you?
Prescription weight-loss drugs: Can they help you? Find out if you could benefit from taking these medications. By Mayo Clinic staff Although weight-loss drugs may sound like every dieter's dream, they aren't appropriate for everyone. However, if you have serious health problems because of your weight and dieting hasn't…
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Binging, Skipping Meals and Diet Pills
Binging, Skipping Meals and Diet Pills I would like to begin by saying that most of us ended up arriving here because of past behaviors. These behaviors may have consisted of sedentary work place environment, lack of exercise, starvation, over eating (bingeing), under eating, bulimia, anorexia or just bad food choices.…
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Are we dealing with the Effects or Causes?
Are we dealing with the Effects or Causes? A recent panel discussion on a professional site I belong to was led by Jacqui Iwuof. See what some industry experts had to say. Terri Rau Visalus Distributor • Hi there Jacqui; I just responded to a discussion about how there seems to only be one way to help someone improve their…
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Top 5 Healthiest Cities for Women
The Healthiest Cities for Women 1. Raleigh, North Carolina Look to the Future What does it take to be number one? A smart dose of prevention—something the women of healthiest-overall-city Raleigh know well. A whopping 90 percent of them have perfect Pap smear timing (the American Cancer Society recommends that women over…
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Juice Wars
Just got this bit of advice to share since many of us love to add juice to our diet. Juice Wars: What's In Your Glass? Best Choice: Vegetable Juice Drinking your veggies is a convenient way to add powerful plant-based nutrients to your diet. The lycopene in tomato juice appears to lower the risk of prostate cancer. Beet…
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Shining a Light on Vitamin D
Shining a Light on Vitamin D Have you heard the latest word on Vitamin D? The health of your bones and immune system requires a regular dose. Some studies show that deficiencies have increased over the last 20 years. That might be due to people eating fewer fortified foods as well as getting less sun exposure, two main…
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How stress can make us overeat
This article was published from a very reliable source the Harvard Medical School. How stress can make us overeat It’s been another hectic day. On impulse, you grab an extra-large candy bar during your afternoon break. You plan to take just a few bites. But before you know it, you’ve polished off the whole thing — and, at…
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A woman’s figure tops her weight any day
As a personal trainer I frequently tell my female clients don't worry so much about your weight, that will take care of it self by doing the right things. What's more important is inches lost and how your figure is changing. A woman’s figure tops her weight any day...... Marilyn Monroe Marilyn Monroe owned the hourglass…
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Fat-Fighting Foods
Fat-Fighting Foods Greek Yogurt What makes Greek yogurt a delicious tool for weight loss is its protein content. It has twice as much as other yogurts. "Protein takes longer to leave the stomach," says sports nutritionist Leslie Bonci, MPH, RD. "That keeps you satisfied longer." As a bonus, Bonci tells WebMD, the body…
