Diva Challenge: 4 weeks of Abs – Bicycle

Welcome back to our 4 weeks of Abs.   When I was thinking about this, I wanted to pick some different exercise.  I hope that a weeks worth of these will give you a new "burn" Rock on! This weeks exercise is the Bicycle Step 1 - Lie on your back with your hands behind your head and legs straight out. Step 2 - Contract your abdomen muscles and lift one leg bending your knee while raising your shoulders slightly off the floor without pulling your neck. Step 3 - Bring your elbow and … [Read more...]

Diva Challenge: 4 weeks of Abs – Frog Crunch

Challenges are my way of taking it up a notch. Ab exercises alone will NOT get you a 6-pack, you need to do most of the work with nutrition and with cardio. But that does not mean you should neglect your abs, exercising your abs 2-3 times per week will create the strong core muscles that will support you through all other workouts. This weeks exercise is the Frog Crunch. Step 1 - Lie on the floor on your back with your knees bent. Bring the soles of your feet together, so that your knees … [Read more...]

Resting Metabolic Rate: It is metabolism that matters!

Having a tough time jumping up just to let those jeans fit your thighs? Before a housemate complains about the mild earthquakes you create, think of doing your part of making an effort to commence a better and healthier life for your very self. What about a diet? It does not mean that you will starve to death but you just have to take efforts to lose weight. Weight loss is as confusing as buying goods in a busy marketplace. Too crowded with methods that come with too many promises, it boggles … [Read more...]

Quick Tips to Boost Your Metabolism

There are a lot of people who would give a lot to increase their metabolism. Having a high level of metabolism enables one to maintain burn fat and lose weight fast with the least amount of activity. Metabolism is the rate by which the body produces and consumes energy and calories to support life. There are several factors that affect the metabolism of a person, such as the amount of muscle tissue, the frequency of the meals one consumes, genetics, stress levels, personal diet and activity levels. … [Read more...]

You got to take it higher… (Benefits of increasing your metabolism)

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Did you know that the key to a successful weight loss is by mellowing down your metabolism? Metabolism is the process of burning calories in your body which happens naturally even if you are not exerting any effort- yes including when you are sleeping. Metabolism, if increased, would result in taking much fluid thus weight loss would happen gradually. The recommended weight loss of 1 - 2 pounds per week is really possible... By increasing the metabolism you are giving the body a need to have more … [Read more...]

Great Stationary Bike Workout, Build Muscle/tone Arms Too!

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I found a great Stationary bike workout that I am going to start using while I am resting up my foot.  I am also going to start with 20 minute workouts, and work up to 60 by adding 5 minutes each week. Like all exercises that are good for you, the stationary bike can be very boring. Here's a good 60 minute routine that will mix things up to keep you motivated. Go at your pace for as long as you can, building up to the full 60 minute workout. Intensity setting is 1 = weakest, 10 is same as going … [Read more...]

Green Tea Weight Loss Plan

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Many people are now turning to inexpensive and natural green tea weight loss plans to help them in their weight control efforts. It is simple too. Green tea can be drunk like any other tea, usually without milk or sweeteners, or if you do not like the taste you can purchase green tea extract. Research has shown that green tea helps to reduce weight by stimulating the body's thermogenesis process, which increases the expenditure of energy and the oxidization of fat in the body. Many compounds found … [Read more...]

Tantric Breathing

Tantric breathing has its basis in tantric sex, but can also be used alone to move yourself closer to that ultimate feeling of enlightenment. The Exercise At Rest Don't eat or drink for 2 hours. Knees up, head as low as your back. Loose or stretch clothes will let you expand both chest and tummy. Now you're ready. . . Step 1 Inhale with nose only, mouth closed. First use just half of your inhale breath so just your tummy rises, your ribs don't rise.Don't exhale yet, and. . . … [Read more...]

Benefits of resistance training

Do you want to have a stronger and more beautiful body? Then the best thing to do is get on your feet and start doing the resistance training. What Is Resistance Training? Resistance training involves activities that use weights, machines and even body weight to work out the muscles properly. It is also known as strength training or weight training. This can be very helpful in achieving a healthier body. … [Read more...]

Green Tea Weight Loss Plan

Many people are now turning to inexpensive and natural green tea weight loss plans to help them in their weight control efforts. It is simple too. Green tea can be drunk like any other tea, usually without milk or sweeteners, or if you do not like the taste you can purchase green tea extract. Research has shown that green tea helps to reduce weight by stimulating the body's thermogenesis process, which increases the expenditure of energy and the oxidization of fat in the body. Many compounds found … [Read more...]