If you are going to go out and have a drink or two with friends, which is the best alcoholic drink when dieting on a fat loss program like Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle? Would it be vodka mixed with soda or dry white wine. Is champagne worse than the other two? Read on and find out...
There's probably no topic that has been researched and debated more in the last ten years than resistance training volume. That is, how many sets is optimal for muscle gains. Previous research suggested that gains are optimized at somewhere between 10 and 20 sets per muscle per week. However, there are still some unanswered questions about how many sets you should do, including whether women should do the same amount as men and whether you need the same amount of sets for small muscles and big muscles. See what the latest research says in today's Burn the Fat Blog Post...
Brian Tracy is a legend in the personal development, business development and motivational speaking industries. He is also one of the last living GOATS in the field, still teaching at age 80. There are many good books and audio programs about setting and achieving goals, but Brian's book, GOALS! How To Get Everything You Want, Faster Than You Ever Thought Possible, is one of the best. It is slanted toward business and financial success, but the principles are universal and can be applied to any area of your life, including health and fitness...
I recently read a book about mindfulness and being "present." The premise was that by learning to love the process, you'll avoid self-judgement, eliminate impatience, end boredom, reduce stress, feel calmer, experience self-discovery, enjoy the journey and be happy. Achieving your goal will simply be a natural by-product. Sounds pretty good! But is being process-oriented really better than being goal-oriented? Why are some self-help gurus today telling us to "forget about goals?"
As a teenage bodybuilder, I latched on to the teachings of the late bodybuilding trainer/guru Vince Gironda. He was a huge fan of desiccated liver and made it sound like it was "better than steroids." This supplement has made someone of a comeback thanks to a couple things: One, the carnivore diet movement. Two, an asshat on instagram called liver king who later admitted he did not build is monstrous physique eating law river and taking supplements, he was pumped to the gills with steroids. Liver is no miracle muscle builder. Closer to the truth, it's nothing more than a protein supplement that is especially rich in Iron and B vitamins ...
Today I want to share another classic fat burner. No, no, not fat burner supplement pills – those things are worthless! Total rip off! I completely debunked and destroyed the fat burner supplement myth in a previous blog. Today what I’m talking about is classic “fat burning” recipes. But what do I mean by "fat burning recipes?" And is there really even such a thing as "fat burning recipes" or "fat burning foods?"
What is the best exercise to reverse aging and extend your lifespan? Is it lifting weights? We could make a good argument that the answer is yes. People who don’t lift weights lose muscle with every passing year. But do not underestimate the amazing power of the right cardio combined with weight lifting... According to the latest research, if you do the right kind of cardio, it makes your heart health 15 to 20 years younger
So you're wondering, "Should I bulk or cut?" Maybe you're not sure because you heard out there in social media and blog world that you're not supposed go on a muscle building diet if your body fat is a little high. Then you wonder, "Well, how low does my body fat have to be before it's ok for me to bulk? When is it okay for me to go into a calorie surplus for bulking? The answer is here!
This chick pea and bell pepper salad is perfect for a hot summer day or night. It's delicious, has a great crunch and is packed with nutrients including 13 grams of fiber. Served by itself, it's vegan, or try serving it with a lemon-pepper chicken breast on the side, or tuna mixed in for the lean protein to make it a complete high protein meal. Takes just 10 minutes to make! Serve it right up, or put it in the fridge and serve it chilled later
Most people are making big mistakes when setting their macros (protein, carbs, fats). Beginners are more prone to these errors. That's understandable. There's a learning curve to this stuff. But what might surprise you is how many experienced dieters and physique enthusiasts are making the same macro mistakes too. See a list of the top 6 mistakes, and what to do about them in this post...
