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It might sound easy, but staying in shape can be just as difficult as losing fat or gaining muscle.  In a way, it’s more motivating to have a set goal and clearly defined approach.  The problem is that you can only keep a laser-like focus on your diet and exercise program for so long.  At some point, you should return to reali…

As the year comes to a close, I thought now would be a good time to review my favorite workout programs and diet plans.  So what are the key components of the best workout programs and best diet plans?  In general, I think any good program provides some background and guidance as to why it is effective.  That should in turn he…

Ever notice how you feel better after a good night’s rest?  Most people realize there are certain health benefits of sleep but it’s also important to realize that sleep benefits fitness and weight loss as well.  The importance of sleep shouldn’t be understated as the body needs adequate rest for both physical and emotional heal…

It is a bit complicated to answer when someone asks, “How many calories do I burn per day?” How many calories to burn depend heavily on the purpose of a person: to lose, gain, or maintain weight. Next, the amount of calories to burn is subject to the current body weight, fat proportion, muscle, and other body tissues. Per pound …

Have you ever planned a specific diet for women to lose weight and you fail miserably? Not only did you not get the desired result, you will add extra pounds instead. Well, if that happened to you, don't blame the weight loss diet plan for women. It is possible that you did not manage the whole diet carefully and thoroughly and …

Guided imagery can help you fight the bulge. A study of Valley Field in Linux, Massachusetts, found that participants who listened to the guide's video tape daily. Participating in a weight loss program for eight weeks, lost Average 8.5 pounds. During the same study, participants who listened to only music with the weight loss t…

Consistency is key! For some people, losing weight alone is not worth the effort. They lose every pound. New research shows what an individual needs to do to lose weight and maintain weight loss. It's not that easy. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the University of Colorado Health Sciences Cent…

Let's start with the basics: 1. Eat 4-6 small meals throughout the day as closely as possible every 4 hours. Includes 2-3 snacks every day.   For example:     7:30 a.m   breakfast   9:30 a.m   Snack  12:00 pm  lunch  2:00 pm  Snack  7:00 pm  Dinner   9:00p.m Snack   2. Drink at least 12 ounces of water with each meal. Keep a…

You are not as thin as you would like to be, but you have never really considered yourself too fat. So when you read about the benefits of maintaining a "healthy weight," you wonder where you fit in: Is your weight okay or is it putting your health at risk? A simple DIY assessment informed in the Mayo Clinic Health Charter…

If you follow a diet to lose weight, researchers at Pennsylvania State University have shown that you can "trick" your body into eating less WITHOUT feeling hungry. Many people find it difficult to lose weight, not because they don't know what to do, but because they don't like the feeling of hunger that often acc…

Get Answers To 10 Big Diet Questions! If you are confused about fat, blocked by sugar or crazy about calories, then this article is just what you are looking for. We collect the ten most frequently asked questions about diet and nutrition to get you on the right track. As always, we suggest that you consult with a physician before b…