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Posts Tagged ‘myths’
Thursday, June 2nd, 2011
 True Or False: If I Eat Less, I Will Lose Weight!?
Yes, it’s clear that you will lose weight if you eat less, but it is also possible to eat too little, which is guaranteed to result in slow metabolism. To skip a meal, such as breakfast, causes the blood sugar to fall, and you will get really hungry during the day. The next food intake causes your blood sugar to shoot up.
Eat 5 or more smaller meals a day, keep your blood sugar levels steady, and reap the results of a more efficient metabolism, and lots of energy! A good trick is to eat an apple or a little cottage cheese with blueberries straight after an intense workout, to continue the metabolic effect.
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Tags: metabolism, myths, weight loss
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Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
 True Or False: Sit-ups Give You A Flat Stomach!?
The stomach clearly becomes stronger from sit-ups, but it’s stomach fat that affects whether you can flash your “six pack”! You have to combine good nutrition and fat-burning exercise (walking, running, biking, etc.) to reduce “fluff” as I like to call it, and to define the muscles that you worked so hard to get.
Abs are like any other muscle in the body, i.e. they need rest to develop. The smartest way is to focus on your form, mix crunches with ball training and Pilates-type core training, and rest them on alternate days to prevent over-training. See your fluff melt and give way to a six pack – or more importantly: functional, effective, and strong abs!
Tags: myths, sit-ups, stomach
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Thursday, May 26th, 2011
 True Or False: Drink As Much Water As Possible!?
Here in Los Angeles, a city where everything becomes exaggerated, I constantly wrestle with the teaching of rhyme or reason. My job has become a blend of motivator and Training Encyclopedia! It takes a while to inspire my clients to a comfortable-is-best mentality.
It has recently been shown that, contrary to LA’s hysterical H2O intake in order not to die of dehydration, too much water can be just as damaging – and if nothing else, it’s uncomfortable! A study of long distance runners in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that too much water caused blood salt levels to drop, so-called hyponatremia: an imbalance in electrolytes in the blood, which in turn can be harmful to the nervous system.
According to the American Council on Exercise, you should drink 1-2 cups of water 1 hour before exercise, 1 cup every 15 minutes during exercise, and 1-2 cups within half an hour after exercise. For me, it is just difficult to drink too much water, because you have to go to the bathroom every two minutes, which can ruin a date or fitness class at any time, don’t you agree?!
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Tags: myths, water
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Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011
 Too tired or busy to exercise? Shy about going to the gym? Don’t let these fears and excuses stop you from Living Life Loud. You deserve to be strong, radiant, and healthy!
I don’t have time.
Its all about priorities!! Create a schedule and decide beforehand when you can workout during the week. KEEP YOUR APPOINTMENT!
I’m tired.
Energy levels are low when you don’t exercise! If possible, schedule your first workouts in the morning; 30 minutes is enough to get your blood flowing and energy up!
I’m too stressed out.
Physical activity is a well studied stress relief. As exercise increases, stress hormones and anxiety levels go down. Something to look forward to!
I can’t afford a gym membership.
In-home workouts are the BOMB! Become a Loud Fitness member to download great workouts for anywhere but the gym!
I don’t have a gym nearby.
See the above!!
I’m embarrassed about my body.
Your fundamental belief system about your body is something that is conditioned by the outside and reinforced by yourself. Begin your change today on a mental and physical level! Let yourself know that you love and accept yourself in any shape or form. Celebrate your beautiful body by giving it what it wants: Activity!!!
I don’t know how to start.
The 10-Week Transformation on this blog is a great place to start.
I tried working out before and it didn’t work.
Maybe you were experiencing a bump in the road and something made you stop. Make the decision, explore different options, and create an environment where you can keep working out. Meet with a friend, join a group, find something you find fun and interesting. You deserve it!
I get bored with exercise.
Part of your motivation process is your attitude! Try to get rid of the negative thoughts and take a positive approach to your health and ultimately your life. Find something that’s FUN to do! What did you like to do as a child?
I have an injury.
Go through proper channels to determine and heal the injury. Ask a professional about safe ways to move. There is always an option! Swimming is great!
Is there something else that’s stopping you from exercising? Ask me for help!
Tags: excuses, myths
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Tuesday, January 18th, 2011
 Training is complicated and mysterious.
Diets, exercise programs, nutritional supplements, and glycemic index methods can seem complicated and mysterious to the uninitiated, leading some to shy away from even trying. It absolutely doesn’t have to be so confounding. It’s really all about discovering a fun form of activity, and a good start to a healthier life.
The body loves to move. Don’t set unnecessarily difficult goals. A daily walk is better than no walk at all.
Learn, gradually, to eat right. Think about what food really consists of. Then begin by eliminating sugary and salty foods like soft drinks, chips, baked goods, etc. It’s not especially complicated, but it’s a big step for a body that’s addicted to sugar. You will react positively – mentally, physically, and emotionally – if you improve your diet.
In the beginning, it’s enough to start with pretty simple steps, a shift in attitude, and a small change in diet and exercise. One step in the right direction leads to another. Eat right, exercise, and feel better, and you’ll find the motivation and energy to eat right, exercise, and feel better even more. And thus it continues!
Want the lowdown on fitness myths, plus a realistic plan for developing life-long health habits? Check out my e-book, Your Life Force: Training for Strength & Harmony.
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Tags: excuses, mindset, myths
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