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Weight Loss News From The Blogosphere

Hi Everybody,

More news items from the world of weight loss:

• A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Minnesota found that overweight people have better success in losing weight when their vitamin D levels are increased.  Full story…

• Men when trying to lose a few pounds require their own strategy because weight loss rules are different for men.  Full story…

• This article focuses on finding a balance between food intake and physical activity, so that you can achieve and maintain a healthy weight.  Interested?  Full story…

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Diet News From The Blogosphere

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Today’s news items are from the diet world:

• According to a new research project, the weight loss medication Xenical is as good as a low carb diet .  Looks like science is rapidly moving forward in the battle against obesity.  Full story…

• What recent research tells us about diet, blood presssure, medication and dementia.  Full story…

• Will an anti-inflammatory diet help athletes?  Find out the answer here…

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Fitness News From The Blogosphere

Hi Everyone,

More news items from the fitness world:

• Answers to questions on improving your workout.  Full story…

• If you own or use a Horizon/LIVESTRONG Fitness Elliptical Trainer, then you need to know they are being recalled for faulty pedals.  Full story…

• A fitness model is selling her body…puts your mind into a frenzy!  Get the lowdown…

• Cage fitness?  It’s a new one to me!  Get the facts…

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Want A Flat Stomach? These Simple Exercises Could Be Your Answer!

If you want to acquire a flat stomach, there are numerous different exercises that you can perform.  A number of these use some form of apparatus or specialised equipment whilst others just need a floor to lie on.  What they all require though, is drive and purpose.

Some exercises such as Pilates, will work your stomach muscles even though they are primarily focussed on another area of your body.

Two fundamental exercises that can provide you with the results you desire are the ‘basic crunch’ and the ‘side crunch.’  A great benefit of these two exercises is that, unlike something like ‘sit-ups,’ they tend to be more back friendly.

A basic ‘crunch’ is carried out by lying on your back and raising your upper torso a few inches so that it is just high enough for you to experience tension in your stomach muscles.  It is crucial that you do not lift your head further than your back or shoulders, but keep everything straight.  The beneficial key here is that your stomach is performing the exercise and not your arms or head, thus helping to protect your back.

An exercise to work those ‘love handles’ that can be performed in conjunction with the ‘basic crunch’ is the ‘side crunch.’  The procedure is the same as in the ‘basic crunch’ only this time as you raise your upper torso, twist your body a little to one side.  Then repeat the exercise on the other side.

As well as exercising your mid stomach and side areas, you need to include other exercises that will work on your lower and upper stomach too.  This will ensure that you cover the whole area and help to acquire a flat stomach.

There are assorted stomach flattening exercise routines available on the internet, videos and books that you could try, to discover what works best for you.  One eBook that is very popular is, ‘Burn The Fat, Feed The Muscle’ by Tom Vunuto.  Another product available from the same fitness expert, but this time a four part MP3 audio tele-seminar is called, ‘The Body Of Your Dreams.’

Obviously, to acquire a flat stomach, whatever fitness workout you choose will require to be properly performed on a regular basis.

Remember, if you are a beginner, seek the advice of your doctor and start off gently to protect your back.

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Diet News From The Blogosphere

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Here’s some more news items from the diet world:

• An interesting article regarding a study carried out that concluded that a low carb diet may be better in lowering your blood pressure than taking an over-the-counter medication and following a low fat diet.  Full story…

• If you are interested in research that explains the easiest way to diet, read on…

• Researches are saying that heart disease sufferers who follow a diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids can prolong their life span.  Full story…

• Research has found that excess body fat is a major cause of cancer.  Full story…

• Studies have revealed that 99,000 heart attacks, 66,000 strokes and 92,000 deaths could be prevented by reducing salt intake in the US by just 3 grams per day.  Full story…

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Lifetime Fitness Online

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Whilst some people are quite happy to compile their own mens workout regime, others are not so sure if they are performing the right exercises to achieve their goals.  They would be far happier employing a personal trainer to work out a workout schedule for them.

Having a personal trainer who can advise you and watch your progress is really an ideal situation but, there is a downside – the cost.  Personal trainers do not come cheap.

So how can you secure a personal trainer at a reasonable cost?

The answer is to use an online personal trainer service such as www.fitorbit.com where the costs are from $9.99 per week depending on how long you subscribe.  You get to select your trainers, who have a variety of specilizations, from 17 different countries and across the US. 

Another website that gives nutritional advice as regards meal planning, recipes, shopping lists and which restaurant would suit your plan via your mobile phone is www.sensei.com.

I have not personally used thes websites so I am unable to comment on their effectiveness.  This is something for you to test out yourself.  Also, I do not receive any financial reward from either of these websites.

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Weight Loss News From The Blogosphere

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Welcome to today’s blog from the world of weight loss:

• The weight loss pill, ‘Reductil’ has been in Europe after a study found that it increased the risks of heart attacks and strokes.  Full story…

• Futher to the above story, here is a warning from the FDA about ‘Reductil.’  Full story…

• Here are some good tips to help you lose any excess weight.  Full story…

• High-tech weight loss devices are becoming more popular it seems.  Full story…

• What about a fitness boot camp to speed up your weight loss goals.  It’s a similar idea to my blog of last Wednesday.  Full story…

• Another ridiculous situation in the UK’s NHS where patients need to gain weight in order to qualify for weight loss surgery.  Full story…

• A new gel product is being developed to curb your appetite to help you lose weight.  Full story…

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Interval Training Video For Mens Workout

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As a follow up to Wednesday’s blog on Interval Training, I’ve found this short video that demonstrates this men’s workout.

Sit back and enjoy it before including a similar workout into your daily life.

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Fitness News From The Blogosphere

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Welcome to news items from the fitness world:

• Want to lose those extra pounds of weight?  How about walking them off?  Full story…

• Keep up your motivation to attain fitness by rethinking your workout schedule.  Full story…

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Diet News From The Blogosphere

Hi Everybody,

Today’s news stories are from the world of diets:

• Are you aware of the potential danger of too much salt in your diet?  I reduced my intake some time ago to avoid any problems.  Full story…

• Is your new year weight loss diet beginning to slide a little?  This news item my help get you back on target.  Full story…

• Are fad diets the sensible way to lose weight?  Perhaps this news article will help you decide.  Full story…

• If you are looking to lose weight fast, then this article on the rapid weight loss myths will interest you.  Full story…

• Four simple rules for eating a healthier, greener diet.  Full story…

• If you are on a weight reducing diet, you could be in danger of binge eating!  This is something that I have had experience of myself.  Full story…

• This is an interesting news item on how a nutrient-rich, low calorie diet actually reprograms your body’s fat cells to keep your body thin.  More evidence of the benefits of a healthy diet.  Full story…

• This is the first time that I have come across a diet from the far east called ‘the blood type diet.’  Full story…

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