Many people focus on cardio when trying to lose body fat, but that approach will not help you achieve your goals. You want to lose body fat, not calorie burning muscle tissue, right? So what do you need to do in your workouts to lose the fat? Strength training is your magic bullet when …
Well, this is it. This is the year I turn 50! I still cannot believe it. I really feel about 30. My goal is to be the most fit I have ever been. A little of bit of history......I used to run all the time. I thought I was the most fit when I ran about 5 miles per day. Keep in mind, th…
I hear this a lot - I can't lose weight because I have a a slow metabolism. Do you wonder, is this true; are you stuck with your metabolism or can you give it a boost? What is metabolism? The standard measurement for metabolism is called the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) also known as r…
From the AllyFitness ebook - Thinner Winner! Each meal should contain a lean protein source (chicken, eggs, lean beef, etc.), a whole grain and some leafy green vegetables or other “water dense” vegetables. One quarter of your plate should be protein, 1/4 starchy-type carbohydrate and the…
In the last few years the idea of doing "afterburn" exercises has become quite popular. The term "afterburn" refers to the additional energy that your body consumes in the hours following particular types of exercise. It's also known more formally as EPOC (excess p…
Get moving! Research shows that just two 5-minute walks each day will get you started in the right direction if you have not been active in a while. Decide on a personal fitness goal and write it down. Start at 10 minutes each day, and progress to 30-45 minutes each da…