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Outdoor Progressive Interval Training. Fat Burning HIIT, In the Great Outdoors.

admin — Wed, 25 May 2011 22:03:59 +0000

It is possible to do effective interval training outdoors, but you have to take a slightly different approach compared to doing them on a treadmill. With a typical cardio machine you can adjust the intensity level by simply pressing a button. When you perform intervals outdoors, you are simply guessing at how hard you need to run for the intense portion of the interval. I plan on outlining a solution and better way to perform HIIT when you aren't near a cardio machine.

Maintenance Mode – Staying Lean Once You Get There.

admin — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 01:15:43 +0000

Life is too short to work your butt off year-round. I am a firm believer in spurts of effort and then backing way off on those efforts and just enjoying life. Is your goal to workout as much as possible or to look and feel good? You can go periods of 3-4 months on a skeleton workout schedule and maintain an amazing physique, if you plan it out properly. After those 3-4 months you will need to put in more time, then you can go back to maintenance mode. I'll talk more about how to do this in this post.

[I like the idea of working hard towards a goal, like a two week tropical vacation. Kick butt in your career, get in amazing shape, and then stop and smell the roses...or in this case the coconut scent of your sunblock and the lime in your beer.]

"Exercise Addiction Inventory" – A 6 Question Test May Indicate Addiction

admin — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 02:55:18 +0000

Yes, you can have too much of a good thing. Exercise is great, exercise addiction is not. Looking back, I know there were times when I was a bit obsessed with exercise. These days, I like to get it done in a short period of time and then move on to the "important things" in life. Today, while doing research for my site I came across a pretty helpful study. The study is called "The Exercise Addiction Inventory: A Quick and Easy Screening Tool for Health Practitioners."

The Winner's Mindset of Hitting Your Weight Loss Goals.

admin — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 06:02:19 +0000

Yes, I caved in and decided to write a Lose-Weight-This-Year-New-Year's-Resolution type of article. I was hesitant to do this, because this is what every fitness site does in January. I will attempt to keep it real, by avoiding the typical Positive Mental Attitude stuff. Here is how I look at actually making these things you want (AKA goals) a reality. This is my unique spin on the idea of achieving goals. This isn't just about your weight loss goals, it applies to every goal.

Avoid a "Gym Body". Aim for an Athletic Body Instead!

admin — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:43:21 +0000

A lot of people who read this site know that I am NOT a big fan of excessive muscle. In my opinion, the last thing you want is for people to think "gym" as soon as they look at you. This gives off a vibe that you are trying to hard and that isn't really an attractive quality. There is also just a corny aura that someone gives off when they have that muscle bound look. Here is a video of the look I'm talking about. These guys are an extreme version of this, but there are still plenty of people who think this is ideal!

The Ultimate Home Gym Setup. Workout on Your Terms!

admin — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:39:09 +0000

I am not in the position right now to setup a home gym. I live in an expensive part of downtown Seattle in a VERY small studio apartment (some of you have closets that are bigger than my apartment). I love it, but certainly don't have space for any type of home gym. That being said, I do want to setup a home gym someday in the future. I have spent over 20 years working out in a gym and I'm ready to spend less time commuting to a gym, waiting for equipment, etc. The bottom line is that commuting to a commercial gym can be a serious time-killer. So what would be my idea of the ultimate home gym? Here goes...

An Amazing Personal Development Blog That Will Help You Reach Your Fitness Goals.

admin — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 08:09:40 +0000

I have to tell you about a blog that all of you should begin reading. It isn't a fitness blog or anything like that. It is the best personal development information you will find in any form. I have a decent list of blogs that I read on a regular basis, and this has to be the best. The blog is called Steve Pavlina dot com.

Fitness and Diet Tips for The Holidays?

admin — Sun, 23 Dec 2007 08:42:24 +0000

So let's talk about fitness and diet tips for the holidays! Ready to read the most advanced holiday workout program ever? Well you won't see it here, LOL! I wanted to mess with you guys a bit. In my opinion there is a time to work and a time to celebrate. On the actual day of the holiday you observe and the 2-3 days surrounding your holiday, enjoy it!

Please Don't Sleep Your Life Away!

admin — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 02:08:42 +0000

This post is on sleep, but I just couldn't force myself to put "How Much Sleep Does Your Body Need" as the title. Let's focus on sleeping "too much". I think a lot of people wind up sleeping too much, out of boredom with life. I believe that most people who sleep excessively are at least mildly depressed. You only get one shot at life, so don't waste it by sleeping too much.

Is There More To Life Than Being Ridiculously Good Looking?

admin — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 20:01:32 +0000

Famous philosopher Derek Zoolander once asked this great question…"Have you ever wondered if there was more to life, other than being really, really, ridiculously good looking?". Obviously that is a tough question! Let me think on that…well I guess there is…but you might as well look your best.

Don't Waste Your Life by Spending Too Much Time In The Gym

admin — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 06:17:03 +0000

I was working out today, thinking about how I spend too much time in my gym! I see the same people every day, the same trainers, the same girls, etc. I like my gym, because it is in my comfort zone. I've trained there for over a year and I know where everything is. I get a great workout, but somehow I feel like I'm missing out on something.

How to Stay Fit While Partying in College

admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 06:01:11 +0000

Here's the deal...I believe in staying extremely fit while enjoying life to the fullest! I'm not an advocate of excessive drinking, but I am realistic. I know there is a large group of young people who not only want to look sexy...they want to party like crazy for a few years...they are also known as "College Students".

The PS3 and Xbox 360 Will Kill Your Social Life and Make You Fat!

admin — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 06:21:46 +0000

Like most guys, I enjoy playing video games with my friends. I especially enjoy competitive sports games like Madden Football...shooters like Halo, Ghost Recon, and Bioshock...and fighting games like Tekken and Virtua Fighter. The graphics on the Xbox 360 and PS3, make these games even better! Although these games are wildly entertaining, they can put a serious damper on your social life!

Cosmo Magazine Dating Advice for Men?

admin — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 05:17:26 +0000

Have you ever read Cosmo Magazine? It is one of the most popular women's magazine, because it focuses on sex, dating advice, and how to meet and attract more men. Well, I found an online site that is the equivalent of Cosmo, but this site is for men.