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FOCUS ON: What You Eat.....And How Much, #3

After 100 years of weight loss history, doctors and fitness professionals agree that the best solution for <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/08/focus-on-fat-loss-not-weight-loss.html">fat loss and weight loss</a> is proper nutrition and regular exercise. How about common sense? Name one thing in life worth having that didn't take alot of hard, smart work? Is your health worth the hard work? Don't look for shortcuts....here's a few tips on diets, etc. 1. I don't recommend any diet that omits one of the <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2007/07/diets-dietseverywhere-diet.html">macronutrients (carbs, protein, fat</a>). Your body's <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/04/your-metabolism-and-fat-loss-part-3.html">metabolism</a> needs all 3 macronutrients to work efficiently. 2. The various "body organ cleansers" out there on the market are not the key to your fat loss and weight loss.....regular exercise (<a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/08/focus-on-fat-loss-not-weight-loss.html">weight training and interval cardio</a>) and good nutrition are your tickets to a permanent lean and toned body. Use the cleansers if you want for cleaning you out I guess. Just remember that healthy foods such as fruits and veggies also play a role in keeping your body clean (and alot less expensive)! 3. Along the same lines, there are <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/05/dont-pin-your-fat-loss-hopes-on.html">no magic pills, powders or creams</a> that will give you a permanent lean and toned body. 4. Again, forget the fad diets and make the commitment to a lifetime of good nutrition. 5. Set your daily calorie intake based on your <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/07/client-fitness-question-of-week-2.html">basal metabolic rate</a> and your activity level. This way, you won't eat too much or too little. Maintaining the right amount of <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2007/10/caloric-deficit-is-needed-over-time-to.html">calorie deficit</a> (burning more calories than you consume) is the key to burning fat and losing weight. Keep your FOCUS.....see ya tomorrow! Be sure and download your <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/bodyweight_500_metabolic_fat_burner_workouts.html">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Workouts</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

FOCUS ON: What You Eat.....And How Much, #3

After 100 years of weight loss history, doctors and fitness professionals agree that the best solution for fat loss and weight loss is prop...

FOCUS ON: What You Eat......And How Much, #2

Changing lifetime eating habits can be overwhelming! Its hard to change something that you like to do....even if the change is for the better! Some people are able to make major nutritional changes "cold turkey." Some of us need to take baby steps. More of us fall into the latter category. Here's a few pointers: 1. Add foods to your menu that you like. You are more likely to stay with a menu loaded with foods you like. I am amazed at some of the "healthy menus" in some magazines! Do people really eat that stuff! Find healthy, nutritious foods that you like and get rid of the foods that are bad for you (interpreted "adds <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/09/body-composition-change-is-key-to.html">fat to your body</a>"). 2. If you eat a "cheat food" one day, its not the end of the world. Just exercise a little harder that day....and get back on your menu track ASAP! If you stay with your nutrition program 90% of the time, you will do just fine. 3. A good tactic to use: challenge your <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/06/do-you-have-workout-accountability.html">accountability partner</a> to "eat-no-bad-food days or weeks." That way, you keep each other in check. 4. List in your <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/07/keeping-food-journal-will-increase-your.html">food journal</a> items you will not eat/or severely limit like: sodas, sugary fruit juice drinks, candy, cookies, donuts, fried meats and fried foods, fast foods, ketchup, mayonnaise, etc. Right next to that "bad food list," write down good food items you will replace them with like: whole grain breads, whole grain cereals, oatmeal, almonds, walnuts, low-fat dairy products, low-fat yogurt, fruits, veggies, unsweetened tea, water, lean meats (baked, broiled or grilled), olive oil, cinnamon, mustard, etc. Remember, make a list of foods you like. This replacement tactic works well. Keep your FOCUS.....see ya tomorrow! Be sure and download your <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/bodyweight_500_metabolic_fat_burner_workouts.html">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Workouts</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

FOCUS ON: What You Eat......And How Much, #2

Changing lifetime eating habits can be overwhelming! Its hard to change something that you like to do....even if the change is for the bett...

FOCUS ON: What You Eat.....And How Much, #1

Many times, you don't reach your goals because you lose FOCUS! Over the next few months, I will help you stay FOCUSED on your health and fitness goals. I will do this by staying FOCUSED on particular subjects for 2 weeks, starting with your eating habits. In America for sure, we are kings and queens of "too large" servings of food and that's without even "super-sizing" anything! Here are 3 tips to get this series started: 1. If I eat a serving of oatmeal and an apple for breakfast, that's good. If I eat 5 servings of oatmeal and 2 apples for breakfast, that's too much even though I'm eating food that is good for me. When I played football in college, that was not too much food because of the rate at which I burned calories in the weightroom and at practice. It doesn't help to burn 600 calories exercising if you later eat 1000 calories! It is better to eat 4-6 small meals a day to keep your energy and blood sugar levels steady. So, portion size is a big problem for many people. 2. Don't graze during the day! With the holiday season right around the corner, grazing can become a huge problem! Grazing is eating haphazardly and often between meals. This often leads you to eat high-calorie foods and junk foods. Schedule your snacks between meals with healthy foods like fruit, almonds and low-fat yogurt. 3. Keep a food journal. Research has proven that you will have a better chance of succeeding with your nutrition plan and <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/03/you-need-to-burn-subcutaneous-and.html">fat loss</a> if you keep a food journal! By logging your actual food choices, you are holding yourself accountable throughout the day. You will also be forced to plan your meals better. It will also help protect you from binge eating and emotional eating if you write down why you eat what you eat! Get started today sharpening your focus on eating better! I will help you do that....see you tomorrow! Be sure and download your <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/bodyweight_500_metabolic_fat_burner_workouts.html">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Workouts</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

FOCUS ON: What You Eat.....And How Much, #1

Many times, you don't reach your goals because you lose FOCUS! Over the next few months, I will help you stay FOCUSED on your health a...

Client Fitness Question Of The Week, 13

Some women "inherit" voluptuous rear ends and legs...this question deals with how a woman with this body type should train. Client Q: I was "blessed" with an "ample" butt and meaty legs! How do I slim up and tone my butt and legs? Mark's A: You basically have the <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/01/fire-up-then-shape-up-your-glutes-part_22.html">body type of an endomorph</a>. This means you are more rounded, voluptuous or sometimes chubby. Endomorphs tend to have more body fat and need regular weight training, cardio training and good nutrition. Slow, steady-state cardio has been shown to transfer weight in women from the upper body to the lower body! I don't know any woman who wants this! So, <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/07/simple-effective-cardio-workout.html">interval cardio</a> would work well for you and anybody else for that matter. Full body circuit weight training (including bodyweight exercises) will tone your body in general. Always take a full body approach to exercising and use specific exercises to target your problem areas. As for your lower body, these exercises are great for <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/08/focus-on-fat-loss-not-weight-loss.html">burning fat</a>: single leg squats and squats of all types, lunges, step ups, leg curls and cable leg abductions/adductions. Also, high-speed <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/08/use-jump-rope-for-your-cardio-sessions.html">jump training</a>, power exercises (like mountain climbers), stair-steppers and <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/07/simple-effective-cardio-workout.html">sprinting</a> will sculpt your lower body. Work hard and you will see the results you want! Be sure and download your <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/bodyweight_500_metabolic_fat_burner_workouts.html">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Workouts</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

Client Fitness Question Of The Week, 13

Some women "inherit" voluptuous rear ends and legs...this question deals with how a woman with this body type should train. Client...

When Is It Too Much Exercise For You?

That's an easy question to answer.....when your body starts to break down, you need to back off and let your body heal and rest! I was talking to a friend yesterday and she refuses to taper off on her exercise schedule. Why? Because she is afraid her body will gain the pounds back. That won't happen to her. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6T44BK72SjMsRSOIfgkJw-LWqq6MbVvri4-h1zodNkWyRVbag_xwVWOQDYtdlyvO98bi0ZfsNIjkDdJPd0qpEsfvkbg-xmuro5kq6ib0khVY2fefqGfUdaqsM_4QvBGu0LN3d6PwqB74b/s1600-h/knee+pain.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249834260885948338" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6T44BK72SjMsRSOIfgkJw-LWqq6MbVvri4-h1zodNkWyRVbag_xwVWOQDYtdlyvO98bi0ZfsNIjkDdJPd0qpEsfvkbg-xmuro5kq6ib0khVY2fefqGfUdaqsM_4QvBGu0LN3d6PwqB74b/s320/knee+pain.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> She has a great <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/09/client-fitness-question-of-week-10.html">weight training</a> and <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/07/simple-effective-cardio-workout.html">cardio exercise</a> routine going but wait there's more! She also plays in 2 sports leagues! Many days, she might do 4-5 hours of intense exercise. And, guess what? Her body is starting to break down in the predictable places---the joints. Knee problems, tendonitis and back problems are starting to affect her. If this type of pace is left unchecked, <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/03/dont-let-exercise-cause-chronic-and.html">degenerative conditions</a>, like arthritis, will happen to her body. So, how much is enough exercise? Here are some general guidelines: 1. Do not work out every day. Take at least one day off each week. Three days of strength training (45 minutes to 1 hour each session) and 3 days of interval cardio exercise (20 minutes each session) is enough. 2. After 12 straight weeks of exercise, take a week off. You can do "active rest" if you want---like playing golf, doing overdue yardwork or just walking 30 minutes a day. 3. If your joints begin to hurt when you exercise, something is wrong! You are either injured or you just need to take a few days off. You will come back stronger after a little rest. 4. The more intense the exercise, the more rest your body needs to recover. For example, speed exercises and <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2007/10/what-is-plyometrics.html">plyometrics</a> (jump training) should be done 2 days a week at the most. 5. Change up your exercise routine (weekly) to avoid repetitive stress injuries. 6. "No pain, no gain" is NOT a good exercise philosophy! If you have sharp pain in your muscles, tendons, ligaments or joints, something is wrong! Get medical help. Be sure and download your <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/bodyweight_500_metabolic_fat_burner_workouts.html">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Workouts</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

When Is It Too Much Exercise For You?

That's an easy question to answer.....when your body starts to break down, you need to back off and let your body heal and rest! I was...

Maybe The Fad Diet Trend Is Changing?!

I was reading an article the other day--there seems to be one about some fad diet just about every day--that caught my attention. It basically referenced some research that showed that both women and men were beginning to abandon fad dieting by significant percentages. Why? Because fad diets don't work long-term if you leave out consistent good nutrition and regular exercise. It needs to be a life time commitment for you and not just a 30 day program. What will you do after 30 days? I have traced the history of commercial diet plans back 100 years and the story is always the same. They don't work long-term! You end up worse than when you started. Physicians, health professionals and personal trainers agree that the best solution for long-term health and fitness is good nutrition and regular exercise. I hope people will start saving the money they spend on weight loss supplements and commercial weight loss plans. Just make the life time commitment to health and fitness---you won't be disappointed! -Cathering Ebeling and Mike Geary are co-authors of the popular ebook, <a href="http://healthhut.mikegeary1.hop.clickbank.net/?pid=240" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fat-Burning Kitchen,</a> which shows you how to totally revamp your kitchen to make your body a fat-burning machine! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

Maybe The Fad Diet Trend Is Changing?!

I was reading an article the other day--there seems to be one about some fad diet just about every day--that caught my attention. It basic...

Today, I Saw The Answer To The Obesity Problem!

I was driving around running errands today and saw something good....I saw the answer to America's obesity problem! It is 90 degrees today, sunny and no school. At two different school playgrounds today I saw a group of boys playing "2-hand touch" football, a group of girls and boys playing basketball and a group of boys playing basketball! That is exciting to me because I see this less and less! <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLSfcqEn6i5IfQojQMdVHW2adaKe2wTLwTCbnbxggLZ59_sHT5BaPD_SpDPPPbPr3dnHFTjm9y-G8DXP0R6hOEgs4jQQJKLwBAeFz5mykq1o2lPW5ljMU0FbKfmWahE-_pr3ZQQSIkza8N/s1600-h/Flag+football.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5248967687306064754" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLSfcqEn6i5IfQojQMdVHW2adaKe2wTLwTCbnbxggLZ59_sHT5BaPD_SpDPPPbPr3dnHFTjm9y-G8DXP0R6hOEgs4jQQJKLwBAeFz5mykq1o2lPW5ljMU0FbKfmWahE-_pr3ZQQSIkza8N/s320/Flag+football.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> Exercise (and good nutrition of course) is the answer to America's obesity problem. And, you don't have to go to the health club to do it....just get active every day! There is no better cardio exercise than playing "2-hand touch" football for an hour or two! The same with basketball, soccer or you pick the sport! And, guess what? These exercise activities will work for adults too! So, what's the point Mark? Get moving and get moving as much and as often as you can! Here's another example: one of my errands was getting my Fitness Hut Truck inspected. Waiting around on car repairs or inspections will bore you to tears! So, I just walked back and forth for about 30 minutes to pass the time. Its not complicated....just get active! That is the answer! Have a great workout or "2-hand touch" football game today! Be sure and download your <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/bodyweight_500_metabolic_fat_burner_workouts.html">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Workouts</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

Today, I Saw The Answer To The Obesity Problem!

I was driving around running errands today and saw something good....I saw the answer to America's obesity problem! It is 90 degrees to...

Client Fitness Question Of The Week, 12

Take a look at this question.....many of you have the same question! Client Q: How do I get my "6-pack abs" back?! <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikySubF0TIwirG60ayioMshbTj3qKeiAXnXw4Pwc9T4kmby7lgQbItXmqyDoL4iNXYjFh51wOFfRLvgtGmCallAT1B1T28DV5wL2IHcR2a3-Rop-Tq4fkN9O7pRsFK9PdSAw2HTNP6PnU7/s1600-h/6+pack+abs.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5247746357751607538" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikySubF0TIwirG60ayioMshbTj3qKeiAXnXw4Pwc9T4kmby7lgQbItXmqyDoL4iNXYjFh51wOFfRLvgtGmCallAT1B1T28DV5wL2IHcR2a3-Rop-Tq4fkN9O7pRsFK9PdSAw2HTNP6PnU7/s320/6+pack+abs.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> Mark's A: Your abs may not have gone anywhere! It could be a body fat issue. You probably have a layer or layers of body fat covering your "6-pack abs!" And, here is the bigger issue for you---you are a 30-something man who has not been exercising! Your total body fat has increased and as a man it usually shows itself most in your gut and low back! You have to also watch your nutrition and alcohol consumption! Here's the easy solution: get back on an exercise program that includes 3 days of circuit weight training and 3 days of interval cardio sessions. I'm more concerned with your total body fat! There's way too much importance put on "6-pack abs!" A good exercise program will give you the "6-pack abs" you want and a lean body! Scheduling a fitness and nutrition assessment with a personal trainer will get you started in the right direction. <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/contactmark.html">Call or email me</a> to schedule yours today! Be sure and download your <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/bodyweight_500_metabolic_fat_burner_workouts.html">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Workouts</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

Client Fitness Question Of The Week, 12

Take a look at this question.....many of you have the same question! Client Q: How do I get my "6-pack abs" back?! Mark's A:...

Client Fitness Question Of The Week, 11

Unfortunately, I'm starting to get this question more and more---questions about metabolic syndrome. Client Q: I have metabolic syndrome. What, if anything, can I do to improve my health? Mark's A: Regular exercise and good nutrition can help the metabolic syndrome condition! Research backs up my claim! A Johns Hopkins study has shown that regular moderate exercise can help lessen the risk factors associated with metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome includes medical conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/01/beware-of-waist-and-hip-measurements.html">excess abdominal fat</a> and high blood sugar. These medical conditions increase a person's risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, or stroke. An improvement in <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2007/10/having-too-little-body-fat-can-be.html">body composition</a> (less body fat, more lean muscle mass) was the key component in the patients' improved health. This is no surprise to me! The exercisers in the study did not lose much weight (less than 5 pounds). But, <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/03/measure-your-success-with-fat-loss-not.html">they lost about 20% of their abdominal fat</a> and increased lean muscle mass. The exercisers' program included <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/03/you-need-to-burn-subcutaneous-and.html">cardio and weight training</a> for 80 minutes (3 times a week). Johns Hopkins researchers also found similar results with a study done on patients aged 55 to 75. A moderate exercise program decreased medical risk factors associated with metabolic syndrome. Again, improved body composition was the key to improved health. Sounds familiar doesn't it---regular exercise and good nutrition! This combination continues to be the best way to attain or stay fit and healthy! Be sure and download your <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/bodyweight_500_metabolic_fat_burner_workouts.html">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Workouts</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

Client Fitness Question Of The Week, 11

Unfortunately, I'm starting to get this question more and more---questions about metabolic syndrome. Client Q: I have metabolic syndro...

Client Fitness Question Of The Week, 10

Got saddlebags, jigglin' jelly, extra large buns, etc.? There are some things you can do to shape up your butt! Client Q: I'm tired of my butt being fat and ugly! Help me tone it up! Mark's A: You should take the approach that you will sculpt your total body, not just your rear-end. Total body fat reduction (especially abdominal fat) is the goal! Full body circuit weight training (including bodyweight exercises) and interval cardio is ideal for sculpting your body. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghJbY6PGFsqJUqGXjxg1Fqak8zqA7tKDwpmcDmTqQyPKpA0S5yy45uj6rruvmWXE78980kQROcHwTLE7boFgt44xePEa0XSehtSVb1lh4DG4pdbDHkjR1GnQCkJ9rjk36KRjKDb-LQOk2n/s1600-h/side+lunge.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5242533106026388434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghJbY6PGFsqJUqGXjxg1Fqak8zqA7tKDwpmcDmTqQyPKpA0S5yy45uj6rruvmWXE78980kQROcHwTLE7boFgt44xePEa0XSehtSVb1lh4DG4pdbDHkjR1GnQCkJ9rjk36KRjKDb-LQOk2n/s320/side+lunge.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> Some top cardio exercises for shaping your glutes (and legs) are: sprinting (including uphill), walking uphill, stair climbing and jogging. You don't need any gimmicks or fancy gadgets! As for strength training? You can't leave out <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2007/12/exercise-technique-article-series-part_11.html">squats</a>! Do your squats---bodyweight squats, dumbbell squats, barbell squats, split squats, lateral squats, one-legged squats, etc. Mix it up but do them. The benefits of the squat exercise extend beyond your legs. The same can be said for <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2007/12/exercise-technique-article-series-part_17.html">deadlifts</a> (traditional, stiff-legged or other variations). Other top glute exercises are: 1) Step ups (front, lateral, transverse) 2) Lunges (front, reverse, walking, lateral, transverse) 3) Standing cable hip abductors 4) Standing, prone or floor hip extensions 5) Floor lateral thigh raises 6) Glute bridges and marching glute bridges 7) Pelvic raises and posterior pelvic tilts Be sure and download your <a href="http://www.yourfitnessuniversity.com/bodyweight_500_metabolic_fat_burner_workouts.html">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Workouts</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

Client Fitness Question Of The Week, 10

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Put Your Back Into Your Workouts

Strengthening your back muscles are very important for obvious reasons. Seventy to 80% of Americans have back pain (many times low back pain) at some point. The spine also needs to be protected. Flying in to help you is the superman back extension! This exercise also serves to strengthen your <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/02/core-training-is-huge-buzzword-in.html">core muscles</a>. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhayhLrHq5G9DeDalhZVF9Dr2YWSvLCu-YoK0ddwwWEFx_iZP_9gHCsfuX-Tq5haOwf7-LrXLrx_d4G88UeYp5THpq1HfxeaHzAcU4tLJtw40ZlQ-FzLu8p7bFGIzKn36fistjxpyubXz6i/s1600-h/Superman+Back+Extension.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5242061770567414082" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhayhLrHq5G9DeDalhZVF9Dr2YWSvLCu-YoK0ddwwWEFx_iZP_9gHCsfuX-Tq5haOwf7-LrXLrx_d4G88UeYp5THpq1HfxeaHzAcU4tLJtw40ZlQ-FzLu8p7bFGIzKn36fistjxpyubXz6i/s400/Superman+Back+Extension.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> Superman back extensions also target the erector spinae muscle group surrounding the spine. Your hamstrings also contract strongly during this exercise and assist the erector spinae. It is important to perform this exercise correctly or you will end up with the very thing you are trying to avoid----BACK PAIN OR INJURY. The technique error I see most in those doing any back extension is hyperextension of the back. Hyperextension happens when you continue lifting your upper body past the point of a straight line (your back, hips and lower legs should line up). The picture shows correct technique. Hyperextension will compress your vertebral discs. This important exercise should be included with your other back exercises such as rows, pullups and lat pulldowns. Be sure and download your <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/p/bodyweight-500-metabolic-fat-burner.html#.UeTaltLqmuI">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Program</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

Put Your Back Into Your Workouts

Strengthening your back muscles are very important for obvious reasons. Seventy to 80% of Americans have back pain (many times low back pain...

The Advantages Of Doing Exercises Standing Up

Remember how I talked about exercising hard and smart? Well, doing an exercise on your feet (closed-chain) activates more muscles and that's what you want. For instance, the standing shoulder press will not only work your shoulders and arms but will also activate your <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/02/core-training-is-huge-buzzword-in.html">core muscles</a>. And, since you are standing, your lower body also has to do some work. Your legs will also help you lift more repetitions during a set. The seated shoulder press won't allow you to build the type of strength you will need in every day movements. You will never try to lift a heavy load while sitting! The standing shoulder press also burns more calories than the seated version. The seated shoulder press is useful for beginners or those recovering from injuries. So, if you want maximum <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2008/03/you-need-to-burn-subcutaneous-and.html">fat-burn</a> and <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/2007/10/caloric-deficit-is-needed-over-time-to.html">calorie-burn</a>, plan your exercise routine with more standing exercises. You can sit down after your workout! Be sure and download your <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/p/bodyweight-500-metabolic-fat-burner.html#.UeTaltLqmuI">Free Bodyweight 500 Metabolic Fat Burner Program</a> and start shaping your body faster! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

The Advantages Of Doing Exercises Standing Up

Remember how I talked about exercising hard and smart? Well, doing an exercise on your feet (closed-chain) activates more muscles and that...

Don't Make This Weight Loss Mistake!

The other day, I met a man in the health club who had lost about 80 pounds through calorie restriction dieting. The 80 lost pounds is great but he had a problem---he had lots of loose skin hanging on his body. Why? He did no resistance training. That left him with high body fat and embarrassing loose skin (skinny-fat). Commercialized weight loss programs lead people to focus too much on weight loss and not enough on fat loss. Health should be priority numero uno for you! A healthy body is one that is "lean and toned." You can achieve the "lean and toned" body with regular weight training (including bodyweight training) and interval cardio. It may take a little longer but you will love the results. And, the results will be permanent if you continue to exercise regularly. This man has now begun to lift weights and hopefully he can shed the loose skin (body fat). If you're trying to get in shape, take a three-pronged approach---good nutrition, weight training (3 days a week) and interval cardio (3-4 times a week). This approach will give you the hard body you want. And, you will be healthy! -Cathering Ebeling and Mike Geary are co-authors of the popular ebook, <a href="http://healthhut.mikegeary1.hop.clickbank.net/?pid=240" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fat-Burning Kitchen,</a> which shows you how to totally revamp your kitchen to make your body a fat-burning machine! Mark Dilworth, BA, PES <a href="http://yourfitnessuniversity.com/">Your Fitness University</a> <a href="http://myfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">My Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://herfitnesshut.com/">Her Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://sportsfitnesshut.blogspot.com/">Sports Fitness Hut</a> <a href="http://rapidfatlossandsixpackabs.com/">Rapid Fat Loss and Six Pack Abs</a>

Don't Make This Weight Loss Mistake!

The other day, I met a man in the health club who had lost about 80 pounds through calorie restriction dieting. The 80 lost pounds is great...