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Hows your Squat Technique?
By Writer at January 31, 2012 | 1:59 pm | 0 Comment
By far, squats are one of the most beneficial core exercises you can do. It engages almost every key muscle group. You drive through your legs, engage your abs & lower back to stabilize yourself, and use your arms squeeze the bar. The Squat is a full body exercise, not just legs. In theory the squat sounds pretty straight forward, un-rack the weight, more...
High Protein Snacks
By Writer at December 6, 2011 | 10:25 am | 0 Comment
If you're looking for some high protein snack ideas or simply alternative nutritious snack ideas, read on. The following high-protein snacks require little preparation and are generally low in both carbohydrates and fat. BEEF JERKY Believe it or not, this old classic is actually a healthy choice. On average, around 28g contains about 70 calories and one gram of fat, more...
5 Tips for Making Better Fast Food Choices
By Writer at December 4, 2011 | 3:58 pm | 0 Comment
With so many fast food options available, it’s hard to know which one is best. Even though some advertise as having ‘healthy’ options, they can still contain hidden kilojoules, fat and sugar. So keep the following tips in mind next time you order a takeaway meal. Portion sizes Choose the smallest size available and refrain from up-sizing. Bigger is not more...
Best Ab Exercises
By Writer at December 2, 2011 | 1:29 pm | 0 Comment
The best, and most common abdominal exercises were put to the test by researchers at the Biomechanics Lab at San Diego State University. The researchers wanted to compare the muscles activation and engagement in the most common abdominal exercises to find out if there are actually good and bad exercise for muscle building, and to learn if any of the ab equipment on the more...
Honey Ginger Grilled Salmon
By Writer at November 29, 2011 | 11:05 am | 0 Comment
INGREDIENTS 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce 1/3 cup orange juice 1/4 cup honey 1 spring onion chopped 4 x 220g salmon fillets COOKING INSTRUCTIONS In a large self-closing plastic bag, combine first six ingredients; mix well. Place salmon in bag and seal tightly. Turn bag gently to more...
Banish Fat for Good
By Writer at November 28, 2011 | 1:27 pm | 0 Comment
Yes people, we all have abs - they just need to be uncovered. And the best way to torch fat above your midline is by building more total-body muscle, which will stoke your metabolism. Research has shown that the compound exercises in this plan (squats & deadlifts) not only stimulate strength gains, but also train your trunk muscles harder than many traditional more...
Injury Proof Your Workout
By Writer at November 27, 2011 | 10:08 pm | 0 Comment
Avoid five sports related scrapes and sores with these simple tweeks. Fitness should boost your body, not break it down. But physical pressure, friction and tension can easily lead to nagging injuries if your careful. Change your approach with this simple guide. Discomfort from the squat bar Cause: The metal bar combined with the pressure of the weight and insufficient more...
What Exactly is Creatine?
By Writer at November 25, 2011 | 4:44 pm | 0 Comment
At present, creatine is one of the most popular muscle building supplement available. Creatine monohydrate is a dietary supplement that athletes and many bodybuilders use to increase high intensity exercise performance, increase strength, have fuller looking muscles, increase body mass and have faster post workout muscle recovery. What is Creatine? The chemical more...
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Tips to Keep Motivated
By Writer at November 25, 2011 | 2:48 am | 0 Comment
1. Develop a positive attitude. Negativity will only set you up for failure, change your outlook and focus on the positive things in your life. 2. Exercise with a friend. Having a friend or partner train with you helps you to push yourself and keep you on track. 3. Identify your obstacles. Get rid of any excuses/obstacles that are your way such as - I more...
