It’s summer and that means it’s time to pull out your charcoal or gas grill and start grilling. According to the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association, more than 80% of all US households have a grill, and nearly half of people grill at least 1-2 times per week during the summer months. This summer, I […]
Use the 6 Week Body Contour Guide to get flatter abs. You’ll lose belly fat by following your personalized eating plan, however, you’ll lose more weight by exercising to strengthen your core muscles. Here is a guide to getting a flatter stomach. First, lie on your back with your knees at a 45-degree angle. Take […]
When you start researching whey protein products, you’ll find that whey comes in three forms. These include whey protein isolate, whey protein hydrolyzate, and whey protein concentrate. So which whey is the right one to help you in your bodybuilding endeavors? It is now widely believed that whey protein isolate is the best option, because […]
A smoothie is a sweetened blended drink made primarily from fresh fruits. Others are also made from vegetables. In some cases, a shake may have cookies, raisins, peanut butter, or chocolate. Yes, they are sweet, cold, fruity, and delicious, but the best thing about smoothies is that if you have a blender and two minutes […]
A storm is brewing on the fitness and weight loss front. It is caused by a backlash against conventional long-duration cardiovascular and aerobic exercise sessions. Exercising for 30 minutes or more has long been popular in “fat burning” weight loss programs. But new alternative training programs recommend short bursts of intensity for workouts that last […]
Aerobic training is exercise that involves or improves oxygen consumption by the body. The word aerobic means with oxygen. In addition to utilizing and improving the body’s oxygen consumption, aerobic training also increases the body’s ability to burn fatty acids during an exercise session. An example of an aerobic exercise session would be one that […]
In my previous article I explained how to determine the number of calories needed daily to lose weight. Remembering that this is not an exact science, you need to record your results to see if they are working for you. This article will give you a method of dividing food portions known as 40/30/30. The […]
With all the emphasis on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, we sometimes overlook some of the basic things that help us achieve it. Let’s look at some of these today. Many may seem like a matter of common sense, but if you follow them, you’ll be on your way to a healthy life. 1. Drink lots […]
If you’re looking for a quick way to boost your happiness level right away, try taking a short 10-minute walk. This is not too good to be true, but it is a phenomenon supported by scientific research. In this article, we’ll first review the research evidence supporting this, why people still don’t exercise more despite […]
If you’ve been trying to lose weight and improve your fitness levels, you may have come across ads for Bodyweight Burn, a fitness and weight loss program from health and fitness expert Adam Steer, and you may have asked what it is about. If so, here’s a breakdown of what the program entails so you […]