Posted by Chris Jones on Tuesday, September 25, 2012,
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Eat less fat. Eat more fat. Carbs are bad. Carbs are good.
Nutrition advice changes so often, no wonder so many people
are confused.
But when it comes it calories, the advice to consume fewer
of them seems set in stone. After all, "a calorie is a calorie"-Right?
Wrong.
For years, we've been told that if we "eat less and
exercise more," we'll lose weight. That recommendation is based on the
belief that we need burn more calories than we take in. But this doesn't tell
the whole story.
... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Friday, September 7, 2012,
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fit4365
Eat less fat. Eat more fat. Carbs are bad. Carbs are good.
Nutrition advice changes so often, no wonder so many people
are confused.
But when it comes it calories, the advice to consume fewer
of them seems set in stone. After all, "a calorie is a
calorie"-Right?
Wrong.
For years, we've been told that if we "eat less and
exercise more," we'll lose weight. That recommendation is based on the
belief that we need burn more calories than we take in. But this doesn't tell
the whole story.
... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Tuesday, September 4, 2012,
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The typical human form is capable of achieving a number of
incredible feats that seem to suspend or defy the way science tells us things
work. Athletes, through sheer willpower, can end up lifting something that
their bodies should not be able to without suffering anything worse than muscle
spasms. People can adapt to extreme physical trauma caused by a car accident
and defy predictions that they'll never walk again. While, in general, these
amazing feats are useful in a number of situations,... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Monday, August 20, 2012,
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The term commonly used with fat burning supplements is often
thermogenics, which as the name suggests, has to do with temperature. These
supplements have been shown to help increase the body's temperature enabling
the body's ability to burn calories as heat; to be used as energy, thereby
preventing them from being stored a fat.
Effective thermogenic supplements are those that contain key
ingredients that create a fat burning 'thermogenic' environment by working
together and in synergy. Some... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Tuesday, June 5, 2012,
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It's well accepted that reduced physical activity and fast
food are linked to obesity. But the evidence that these are the main causes of
obesity is largely circumstantial. To stimulate debate, experts suggest 10
other possible causes of obesity, outlined in the International Journal of
Obesity.
1. Sleep debt.
Getting too little sleep can increase body weight. Today, many get less
shut-eye than ever.
2. Pollution.
Hormones control body weight. And many of today's pollutants affect ou... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Monday, May 14, 2012,
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Losing weight is the goal of many individuals worldwide
however there is no simple way to drop the pounds like taking a pill or simply
wishing them away. Unfortunately, losing weight takes determination and
commitment to a healthy diet and exercise plan and even then it takes longer
than we would like to drop those extra pounds. So, what can you do to lose
weight and keep your sanity? The following five tips should help you out.
Tip #1 Lower Your Expectations
If you begin an exercise or di... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Wednesday, March 21, 2012,
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There are actually diet rules out there that are meant to be
broken? Yes, recently many dated diet guidelines and myths are up for
speculation. You’ve probably heard all these silly rules before, but experts
weigh-in on the worthiness of these supposed truisms - most of which won't help
you lose weight or make dieting any easier.
10 Food Rules You Can Ignore:
1. Eating at night will pile on the pounds. The total
calories you consume over a 24-hour period or over a week is what causes yo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Monday, February 13, 2012,
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Before jumping into a diet, you must determine your ideal
weight. This will be your guide on your weight loss journey. “Fast” weight loss
doesn’t imply that you drop 50 pounds overnight; a few pounds can take months
to shed and for obese individuals, it can take years to lose the desired amount
of weight. How fast you lose weight will depend on how focused you are on your
diet.
Here are some simple steps to help you lose weight:
1.Before dieting, you must know how many calories you
... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Wednesday, January 4, 2012,
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How many times did you look for the miracle food for weight
loss? Maybe with exotic name and fancy look? Well, maybe you're forgetting
those commonly available foods, often undervalued but second to none in terms
of detox and metabolism booster qualities. Here’s a list of 19 of them!
1. Garlic. Lots of minerals, enzymes and amino acids;
Vitamins A,B1,B2,B6,B12,C,D. Only 41 KCAL per 100 grams. Helps reactivate Your
metabolism while keeping the cholesterol to rock low levels.
2. Banana. S... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Saturday, December 10, 2011,
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fit4365
When I eat
out I want it to be special, consequently I don't eat out often. You may have
seen the advice on how to shave calories at restaurants but really, are you
wanting to pay high restaurant prices for undressed salads and plain steamed
vegetables? If not, how then can you solve the dilemma of too many calories
when you eat out?
Here are
seven tips for getting the calories out of restaurant meals while still
ordering your favorites.
1. Say NO to
super sizing. The size you ordered is... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Tuesday, November 29, 2011,
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fit4365
Healthcare is
an important issue for everyone. How we take care of our body throughout our
life makes a big difference in the way we age and the diseases we may suffer.
Preventive
Health Care
Enzymes are
an important factor in our body's health.
Enzymes are catalysts that start a chemical reaction to help us digest
and absorb our food. If we do not have the proper help, our body cannot
assimilate and use the nutrients we feed it. Health care will become a dreaded
subject.
Many diseases... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Wednesday, October 26, 2011,
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fit4365
The typical
human form is capable of achieving a number of incredible feats that seem to
suspend or defy the way science tells us things work. Athletes, through sheer
willpower, can end up lifting something that their bodies should not be able to
without suffering anything worse than muscle spasms. People can adapt to
extreme physical trauma caused by a car accident and defy predictions that
they'll never walk again. While, in general, these amazing feats are useful in
a number of situations,... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Saturday, October 22, 2011,
In :
fit4365
There are
3,500 calories in one pound of fat. Thus, if you cut back or work off just
3,500 calories, you will lose an entire pound of fat. While it is possible to
cut back on your calorie intake and increase your exercise regimen in order to
lose pounds quickly, it is important to note that doctors recommend that you
lose no more than 2 pounds of weight per week in order to ensure that your body
properly adjusts to the weight loss.
Here are some
tips to help you safely drop 3,500 from your ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Chris Jones on Tuesday, October 11, 2011,
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fit4365
A positive
body image is one that we should all strive for. This is when you know yourself and who you
are. You have a very true perception of
your size, shape, and weight. You see
yourself as you are in the present. You
accept yourself, even though you may be overweight. You believe in yourself and love yourself
while still striving for something better.
When you have a positive body image, no time is spent obsessing about food,
weight, calories, exercise, etc. You are
proud of who yo... Continue reading ...
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I am a certified personal trainer in the Washington DC area. I have a healthy interest in fitness and nutrition. My intention with this blog is to spread that information to everyone. Please enjoy and take these tips free of charge with the intention of improving your health for the rest of your life.
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