IFBB Pro Adela Garcia is the most successful competitor in the history of the Fitness division— with five Ms. Fitness International titles and eight Olympia titles. Before her winning streak began, Adela told herself that she would one day become the “Champion” of these prestigious events. She certainly achieved that… and then some. While all […]
By Carol Ann Weber One of the first studies conducted on human beings that measures the effects of yoga on weight was published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine and guess what the researchers concluded? Yoga helps you lose weight. Lead author of the study, Dr. Alan Kristal, states that he and his colleagues […]
Q: Is it important to keep my heart rate in the fat-burning zone when I do cardio? I want to lose 10 pounds for my wedding and would like the quickest way to get rid of the extra fat. A: If you want to maximize fat loss, there is little utility in training in your […]
While the glycemic index has some value in helping to differentiate “good carbs” from “bad carbs,” it isn’t the gold standard some make it out to be. First, a little background: The glycemic index was originally created to help diabetics adjust their insulin dosage. It measures the speed at which carbs enter the bloodstream and […]
“It’s a beautiful, never-ending journey of self-improvement and self-discovery. Embrace the process and enjoy it.” By Kevin Levrone Lauralie Chapados is one of the fastest-rising stars in the IFBB Pro League Bikini division. At only 25 years old, this statuesque beauty already has six pro wins and has been runner-up at the Bikini Olympia. IFBB […]
An excellent way to develop the pectoral muscle group is through proper isolation. While power movements like the traditional bench press are foundationally important, dumbbell exercises performed with isolation are equally beneficial in the development of the pectoral muscles. Dumbbells provide the opportunity to approach different angles that affect the pectorals from origin to insertion […]
Knowing the facts about training, nutrition and exercise is the key to becoming fit, reaching your goals, feeling better, having more energy and being healthier. Following is a list of fitness facts and falsehoods. Can you tell which statements are true or false? Answers follow the questions. 1. Skipping breakfast is a great way to […]
ANIMAL GREENS is a unique and optimally calibrated greens formula loaded into easy-to-take capsules and tablets in a pill-pack form. Proper nutrition and consuming regular servings of greens is the foundation of optimal health and performance, and fuels your body no matter what your goals are. Whether you are a high-performance, competitive athlete or you […]
Shift yourself into fat-blasting overdrive with these 10 surefire tips to boost the burn! 1. Active Warm-up: Jumpstart your cardio with an active warm-up of fast-paced exercise. Rope jumping is an express train to the cardio red zone! Add a short bout with a jump rope before your cardio session to maximize your calorie burn and melt away the […]
Almost anyone can lose weight and have a better body if she is willing to devote the effort. Intense weight training will help. Women work out for a variety of reasons, including a desire to minimize fat and look fit, lean and toned; be healthier, live longer, have more energy and feel better every day. […]