Fitness Savant

Good news and Bad news from my partners over at Prograde. There isn’t much time, so read this right away.

From the Desk of Jayson Hunter, Prograde Nutrition:

Sure, this tip is simple, but it’s super powerful. And while it may not seem it at first, it really will save you gobs and gobs of time.

Something I’ve always shared with my coaching clients is to spend one to two hours per week prepping your food.

On Sundays and Wednesdays you can easily set some time aside to cut up veggies and put them in baggies so you have them all ready for meals and snacks.

And when possible, you can do this with your lean meats (proteins) as well.

It’s pretty obvious how that is going to help you keep from reaching for cookies or chips during the week. And it’s pretty obvious how it’s going to help you stick to a healthy meal plan all week long.

Now, what’s also obvious is how my Done-For-You 90 Day Meal Plan is going to make your life easier.

No more thinking. No more guesswork. No more wondering what to eat.

I literally lay it all out for you. And I’m giving it to you for FREE when you become a Prograde VIP today.

Yes, we are closing the doors TODAY to the brand new Prograde VIP membership because of the overwhelming response we’ve had. We want to be sure we can manage the program effectively and deliver an awesome experience to them.

Hey, not only will you be getting my Done-For-You 90 Day Meal Plans, but you’ll also receive 5% off ALL your Prograde purchases for an entire year and a whole lot more!

Reserve Your VIP Membership ==>

http://fitnesssavant.getprograde.com/vip-membership.html

If you’ve already joined, well, let me say thanks yet again. We’ve got some really cool stuff coming up for you so just stay tuned!

Yours in health,

Jayson Hunter, RD, CSCS

PS – Again, so we can laser focus on serving our VIPs we are CLOSING the doors on membership TONIGHT at 11:59pm EST, so reserve your spot RIGHT now and get all the bonuses and goodies that come with it.

http://fitnesssavant.getprograde.com/vip-membership.html
PPS – Here are some FAQs about the Prograde VIP Membership you want to know about:

Yes, it only costs $47 to be a member for an entire year.

There is absolutely NO obligation to buy anything else.

Yes, you get the DONE-FOR-YOU 90 Day Meal Plan FREE of charge with your membership.

No, your card will NOT be charged again in a year from now.

There are NO hidden monthly fees or anything silly like that.

Yes, the 5% VIP discount applies to both sales and Smart Ships.

In other words:

Every month while you are a Prograde VIP your Smart Ship order will be an additional 5% off!

And as an example, when we do a sale for a Prograde product at 15% off our VIPs will get 20% off!

Finally, YES, it makes a heck of a lot of sense to become a Prograde VIP member! But you only have until 11:59pm EST to do so.

http://fitnesssavant.getprograde.com/vip-membership.html

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I just received this update from my partners over at Prograde. Trust me, you want to read it.

I’ve got their permission to share it with you word for word.

From the Desk of Jayson Hunter:

Simply put, if you’re looking to flatten your belly you definitely want to be planning your meals.

Fail to plan, plan to fail. Sorry, but it’s true.

And yes, that means you want to plan what you’re going to eat a week in advance.

Ummm, yes again, that takes WORK.

But you don’t have to do the work. I’ve already done it for you.

Seriously, I really have.

I’ve got a 90 Day Meal Plan that outlines in simple language exactly what you need to eat and when.

And I’ve also got shopping lists and weekly planners for you as well.

I want to hand over to you everything you need to get faster results as easy as possible.

The best part is you get it absolutely FREE when you become a Prograde VIP member!

http://fitnesssavant.getprograde.com/vip-membership.html

Which reminds me, I’ve been getting some questions about our brand new membership program, so here are some FAQs for you on that:

Yes, it only costs $47 to be a member for an entire year.

There is absolutely NO obligation to buy anything else.

Yes, you get the DONE-FOR-YOU 90 Day Meal Plan FREE of charge with your membership.

No, your card will NOT be charged again in a year from now.

There are NO hidden monthly fees or anything silly like that.

Yes, the 5% VIP discount applies to both sales and Smart Ships.

In other words:

Every month while you are a Prograde VIP your Smart Ship order will be an additional 5% off!

And as an example, when we do a sale for a Prograde product at 15% off our VIPs will get 20% off!

Finally, YES, it makes a heck of a lot of sense to become a Prograde VIP member! But you only have until tomorrow night at 11:59pm EST to do so.

http://fitnesssavant.getprograde.com/vip-membership.html

Yours in health,

Jayson Hunter, RD, CSCS

PS – And YES, we will be closing the VIP Membership temporarily as of 11:59pm EST tomorrow night. We’ve had an extraordinary response to this program so we will be focusing our efforts on making it an incredible experience for our VIPs.

PPS – We’re not exactly sure when we will reopen the Prograde VIP Membership, so join TODAY and receive your DONE-FOR-YOU 90 Day Meal Plan as our gift to you!

http://fitnesssavant.getprograde.com/vip-membership.html

I often hear from people who workout harder than a freight train and eat less than a gnat yet  are having difficulties losing weight. Today I saw a post on the internet from a person asking for advice while having a similar situation, and she flat out asked if she should just stop eating carbs yet she has several medical issues going on.  That just terrifies me! I know that someone will post and tell her  sure, go ahead! This wasn’t even on a weight loss or health board, yet she was seeking health advice from just any old person out there not qualified.

On the Internet you are going to get a thousand different replies, but none of them will come from someone who really knows you and your history. You will hear about everything from Weight Watchers to the Snickers Diet (okay, I made that one up), and you may get lucky and have an actual professional answer you. The problem is only your doctor can determine what is best for you. You have to invest in yourself, and that means going to a doctor, hiring a personal trainer and or a nutritionist, and purchasing the right equipment or memberships upon their recommendations.

This is what I tell people because I would rather you find the correct path to true health. A good personal trainer will ask you all kinds of important health information and should be willing to work in conjunction with your other health professionals. Don’t compromise your health in your quest to be thin.

It seems like everytime you go to the grocery store checkout you see another magazine article on the latest superfood.  So when I got this update from my partners over at Prograde I knew I had to share it with you.

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Just how “super” are these superfoods you hear about all the time now?

Are they all they’re cracked up to be?

 Or are they just hype?

How many of them do you have to eat?

How often?

Can they really make you younger?

 I explain it all right here: http://fitnesssavant.getprograde.com/anti-aging-care.html

Yours in health,

Jayson Hunter, RD, CSCS

PS – Don’t forget, your chance to save 20% on Prograde Longevity ends TONIGHT at 11:59pm EST, so hurry and get your order in now. http://fitnesssavant.getprograde.com/anti-aging-care.html (Just click that little link and scroll to the bottom of the page for the coupon.)

Eat breakfast!

11 Tips to Boost Your Metabolism

by: Andrew Bicknell

Here are 11 tips to help you boost your metabolism:

1. Build lean body mass. As we age our bodies metabolism or ability to burn calories decreases. One way to offset this problem is by exercising. Lean muscle burns calories and the more you have the more calories you burn, even while resting. You can build muscle through resistance or weight training at least twice a week. You can also boost your metabolism by doing cardio exercises. You can choose to do this between or in conjunction with weight training. Simply going for a walk or using the stairs instead of the elevator are good ways to get in an aerobic workout.

2. Eat Breakfast. Many people ignore eating breakfast. What they don’t realize is that it’s the most important meal of the day. Breakfast gives your metabolism a boost and provides a consistent energy supply throughout the day. The majority of people who eat a healthy breakfast have fewer weight and health issues than those who don’t.

3. Sugar is bad. Processed and refined sugar such as found in sweets and soft drinks overload the body with sugar causing many serious health issues including obesity and diabetes. Complex carbohydrates are a better energy source because they supply an even level of blood sugar. The human body just isn’t built to deal with the large amounts of refined sugar most people include in their diet.

4. Spicy foods that make you sweat can help boost your metabolism.

5. Get a good night’s sleep. There is research that shows that people who do not get sufficient sleep tend to gain weight. This may be because the body uses sleep to heal and regenerate itself, including its muscular system.

6. Drink more water. Water is the lubricant of the body. It also flushes toxins out of the body and keeps the kidneys operating at maximum efficiency. This allows the liver more time to do what it does best, metabolize fat stores.

7. Eat small meals. Eat 5 to 6 small meals per day spaced 2 to 3 hours apart. This gives the body a steady supply of energy and prevents binge eating.

8. Don’t miss meals. Skipping meals in order to loose weight is counter productive because it actually slow metabolism and can lead to over eating.

9. Plan your meals. If you have a daily or weekly menu you are much more likely to stick to your plan.

10. Drink green tea. Green tea has been shown to boost metabolism and unlike coffee does not stress the body with caffeine.

11. Include more high energy foods in your diet including fruits, vegetables and whole grains. These provide a more balanced energy source and will not cause blood sugar spikes.

Boosting your metabolism can be done if you are dedicated to doing it. This does not mean you need to stress over each little thing but if you eat right and exercise you should see a decrease in body fat and a much more energetic and happy you.

  For more tips to boost your metabolism and for more information about metabolism please click here. To find other free health content see e-healtharticles.com

And I hate them. I have never looked good in them because I am not built for them, never have been and never will be.  I hate fashion in general anyway. I wouldn’t know  Prada from Target, but I can’t ignore all the ads that are raving about skinny jeans. They rarely look good on your average women, yet we feel compelled to try to wear them anyway. This is what the fashion world does to us, it makes us believe we have to wear what’s “in” and ignore what looks and feels good.

So, last month I decided to get a couple of pairs of fat pants since I had reached maximum density in my normal jeans. Although I could still wear them, they were making me miserable! I decided that comfort wins over fashion any day of the week, and indulged in some fat pants. : ) I had an unexpected result I wanted to share with you. Once I wasn’t constantly worrying how I looked, or pulling the jackets and sweaters low, or sucking in my belly more than normal, I was able to relax and I actually started to feel good about myself. I felt free to do what I needed without the aggravation of being uncomfortable in my own clothes. I smile more, I’m more relaxed, and just happier in general.

When you reach your goals, and you want to reward yourself with some new clothes, please remember just because it’s “in” doesn’t mean it’s for you. Instead, reward yourself by getting fitted for what suits your body best. Not only will you look better, you will feel more comfortable and will be able to free your mind to carry on as it should.You’ll be able to let that new found confidence shine when you’re not worrying about whether your butt looks big or how much of a muffin top you’re sporting.

If you’re currently a work in progress, then don’t be afraid of getting clothes that fit. There’s noting written in stone that says you will forever be stuck in that size. Find clothes that accentuate your positives and minimize your problem areas. For me, skinny jeans do just the opposite – accentuate the problems, like I need any more help making my thighs look huge or my butt out-do J-Lo. No thanks! I learned a long time ago I have to wear relaxed or wide leg jeans and pants, and I even know they should sit just below my waist.

If you’re having trouble with the lower extremities, I have a perfect plan for you, the Bootylicious Package for only $349!!!  Do you want to turn that junk in the trunk into a rock hard monument to muscle? This 6 week program is designed with getting your legs and butt into shape so you rock those jeans and can sashay with confidence! You will receive nutritional advice in addition to your exercise plan designed to lift your rear, tone it, and keep you from having to ask, “Does this make my butt look big?”

• 6 weeks of  strength and cardio plans focusing on the lower body
• 2 hours with your personal trainer (at the start and the end of the program) to familiarize you with your workouts and evaluate your progress
• Unlimited email coaching
• 30 minutes a week video and/or phone counseling
• Your reward for this achievement is your favorite pair of jeans up to $75 to show off your new booty!

Today is Mardi Gras, French for Fat Tuesday, which is the traditional day and night of eating and drinking all that is fatty and rich, and downright bad for you stuff before the start of Lent at midnight.  Traditionally, fasting was required by the Church for Lent, thus giving us the Carnival season for feasting and partying starting on Epiphany and culminating on Fat Tuesday. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, the day after Mardi Gras, followers  traditionally will give up something for the next 40 days until Easter. Some give up chocolate, some give up drinking, but mostly it’s a personal choice of something significant.

Whether you are a follower of Lent or not, and are struggling with some part of your fitness journey, the idea of giving up something just for a short period of time could be useful in helping you achieve your goals. It doesn’t have to be 40 days – it could just be for one day. One day at a time is always the best policy by far anyway. Heck, one minute at a time can prove difficult when it comes to some habits. Just remember to set yourself a reward for completing your task, and a non-food reward is best. The actual goal of this exercise is to either start a new good habit, or break an old bad habit. It is said this takes about 3 weeks (21 days) to accomplish. Some ideas:

• Sugar: remove sugar from your diet.
• Eating vegetables: learn to make sure you get the recommended servings per day.
• Daily exercise: 10 minutes, 10 minutes there…
• Stop eating fast food: learn to plan menus, shop and cook healthier meals.

So, take a moment today to think about what may be hindering your progress, and do that for just one day. Get up the next, and do it again. Small steps, baby steps!

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Sex and Your Heart.

I know it sounds weird, but I’m actually looking forward to my surgery tomorrow. Why? because I will have a weekend with absolutely NO worries. I have permission to relax, unwind and heal without having to care that the house gets cleaned, the kids keep quiet, groceries need to be bought, and so on.  I will be in pain, that pain means I will be healing. I have given myself the weekend off in order to heal without life’s daily worries getting to me.

How does this relate to health and fitness? It works the same way! You work out, and you may feel some pain a day or two later. That pain is known as delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and it means your muscles are healing. In the healing is where the growth takes place giving you bigger and stronger muscle fibers to go about your daily activities. In order to grow, you need to give those muscles rest days or you will over-stimulate them and may do more harm than good.

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Tonight is my first belly dancing class in a long while, and I will make sure to report on it this weekend.

Tomorrow morning I have mouth surgery and will be out of commission most of the day tomorrow.

Meanwhile, I discovered a yummy new dessert! Just combine the following:

• Key Lime Pie yogurt (light variety)
• fat free whipped topping
• fat free grahams or cookies crushed (I actually didn’t have any, but I will next time!)

From eFitness Tracker, Fitness Tip: Persistence! – Violate this step and you’ll never achieve permanent results. We recently concluded conducted a 10 year study which proves that persistence is the single most important aspect of any diet or exercise program. The study followed a group of people (group #1) who exercised and dieted very strictly, but sporadically and compared those results to a group of people (group #2) who exercised mildly and followed a very basic diet, but this group never varied from their routine. Even though group #2 exercised and dieted far less (but did so persistently) they got 68% better results than those who exercised and dieted VERY STRICTLY but only occasionally.

Interesting article on your metabolism.

Metabolism Hacks: Tap into Your Calorie-Burning Power.