The Atkins diet is not a new phenomenon. The diet first appeared in the late 1970s and has grown popularity in recent years in response to the low-fat diet craze. As dieters had trouble with low-fat plans, they searched for a new solution and Dr. Atkins’ New Diet Revolution book found a new audience. What are the basic principles of the Atkins diet? The Atkins diet is based on a theory of why we get fat. According to Dr. Atkins, the over-consumption of carbohydrates and simple sugars leads … [Read more...]
Benefits of Stretching
October 12, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The body is flexible. It is supposed to be flexible. You must be able to bend and reach that something you dropped on the floor. You must be able to zip the back of your favorite dress on your own. You must be able to reach that book you need to read at the top shelf. These are simple activities. Nothing grand about them, you merely stretched out a bit. However, if there are difficulties in doing such simple motions, then you have to stretch your limits. You already need a stretching program. What … [Read more...]
15 Great Ways To Lose Weight Fast
August 2, 2009 By 1 Comment
Want to lose weight fast? It's easy to say goodbye to 10 pounds of unwanted fat with these easy diet tips. Just pay attention to what you eat and be sure to have good tasting, fresh and healthy food including snacks, fill up on vegetables and keep your taste buds happy with fruit. No need to make sacrifices! Just follow these simple guidelines to lose your first 10 pounds, last 10 pounds or give your weight loss program a boost when it seems to have stuttered to a halt. This is a balanced and … [Read more...]
15 Great Ways To Lose Weight Fast
April 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Want to lose weight fast? It's easy to say goodbye to 10 pounds of unwanted fat with these easy diet tips. Just pay attention to what you eat and be sure to have good tasting, fresh and healthy food including snacks, fill up on vegetables and keep your taste buds happy with fruit. No need to make sacrifices! Just follow these simple guidelines to lose your first 10 pounds, last 10 pounds or give your weight loss program a boost when it seems to have stuttered to a halt. This is a balanced and … [Read more...]
Decorating Your Home Gym
December 15, 2008 By Leave a Comment
My Condo Gym doesn't quite look like this, but the big things going for it are all the light, it is nice to workout there in the early morning and watch the sun come up. Down the road when I own a house this pictures shows more the direction that I will go with my decorating style. Homeowners are famous for renovating and redecorating. It there’s a space in their home that needs a new look, out comes the color swatches and home decorating magazines. It doesn’t matter which space you decided … [Read more...]
Benefits of resistance training
July 7, 2008 By Leave a Comment
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
March 16, 2008 By Leave a Comment
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...]
Atkins OWL Phase
February 19, 2008 By Leave a Comment
The second phase of the Atkins diet is called Ongoing Weight Loss or OWL. After the rapid weight loss of the 2-week Induction phase, you’ll be slowing your weight loss down just a bit. You’ll add in specific carbohydrates that will make your diet a little easier and your weight loss just a bit slower. However, you will continue to lose weight at a steady even pace with ease. During the OWL phase you will boost your body’s ability to burn fats. Although you’ll be adding carbohydrates slowly, … [Read more...]
Atkins Pre Maintenance Phase
February 10, 2008 By 1 Comment
After experiencing the Induction and OWL phases of the Atkins diet, your next step is to enter the pre-maintenance phase. This phase will set you up for a lifetime of healthy and balanced eating and living. You should begin this phase as you come within 5 to 10 pounds of your target weight goal. Your weight loss will be slowed down even further but it is for a purpose. You want to learn the practices and habits that will determine your long-term success. In the OWL phase, you will be adding carbohydrate … [Read more...]
