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Weight Loss Tips; The Bodybuilder’s Secret

Muscle Builder Guy — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 09:59:05 +0000

Weight loss is a multi-billion dollar industry in the United States, and becoming ever more present worldwide. You see regular people adopt unsustainable diets all the time, and only the extraordinary seem to be able to keep the weight off. When was the last time you saw a fat gymnast or fat bodybuilder on the cover of a magazine? Well, in this article, rather than promoting a bunch of weight loss tips, I will share the nutritional key that all top performing athletes know for maintaining muscle and warding off fat.

What do bodybuilders eat when preparing for a competition? They eat very few calories, but the calories they do consume come from healthy natural fats like almonds or cashews and flax seed, and a serving of protein every two or three hours. Consuming regular protein helps you keep your metabolism revved up for calorie burning goodness, and gives your body more essential vitamins and minerals than any natural combination of vegetables will. You can live on meat indefinitely, but only a few years before a strict vegetarian will need to supplement for what they miss from meat, or they will run into all kinds of health problems from vitamin deficiencies.

What else do bodybuilders do? Well, they often use all kinds of hormone altering drugs that I do not recommend, so let us think about natural bodybuilders instead of bodybuilders in general. Natural bodybuilders enjoy great health, but do not get as big as pharmaceutically enhanced bodybuilders. They can become just as lean, though it requires more work. Your goal is not to attain the leanness of a bodybuilder that is ready for a photo shoot or competition; this kind of body fat is not sustainable for long periods of time, but you can get to a much lower body fat by simply doing complex exercise movements with heavy weights in the gym, having a serving of protein every couple hours, and avoiding calorie dense foods like breads, cereals, pasta, fatty sauces and calorie-dense drinks.

I went from a very fat 235lbs to a very lean 165lbs just through diet alone. When I started exercising and eating as described above, I gained 30lbs of muscle and now hover around 200lbs with a very athletic physique. The bodybuilder’s secret is no quick fix or magic elixir, but it is sustainable (i.e. no yo-yo diets) and will serve you well for a lifetime.

The author is a self improvement fanatic and writes articles on everything from acne scar treatment to weight loss and everything in between.

Guide to Buying An Elliptical Machine

Muscle Builder Guy — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:35:45 +0000

It can be a daunting task to weed through all the information on the many different types and brands of elliptical machines. Elliptical cross trainers range in price, quality, features, technology, styles, and warranties. There are elliptical that are made specifically for commercial fitness gyms and some are geared more to the home gym users. Jumping and buying an elliptical machine can be a fool’s errand. It is best to collect information and make an educated decision. This article helps to organize what to look for in an elliptical machine.

1. Go To A Fitness Store and Try Some Elliptical Machine Out.

You may have an idea on what you might want to spend, but find that after testing some elliptical cross trainers out that your expectation will have changed. You might find that less expensive machines may not be of the quality you want, or you can find a machine that has everything you want at a reasonable price. A person’s opinion of a machine can greatly change upon testing its performance.

2. Develop A Rating System.

It is hard to compile all the needed information in a usable manner, so come up with some criteria that is important to you and assign a star or number system to rate each elliptical. Criteria to think about may include price, stride length, warranty, stability, features, design, technology, and whatever criteria you can come up with. It doesn’t have to be specific in nature, like knowing the exact price. Just give a value to each criterion and then see which machines rates the highest. Try to take as much thought out of it at this point. All you are trying to do is to get a short list of machines to choose from.

3. Learn About the Different Ways of Purchasing An Elliptical?

Is there a possible payment plan? Can the item be found in good condition used? Is there a company offering special incentives to purchase? There are literally hundreds of stores and many different avenues an elliptical machine can be purchased. A person can buy in many different ways from buying direct, from a neighbor, EBay/Amazon.com, classifieds, pawn shops, and other businesses not thought of here. There are many ways for a person to land the elliptical they want without paying full price for them.

4. Determine What Purpose The Elliptical Will Mean To You.

If you are only intending to use your elliptical machine sparingly then I’d suggest not investing a ton of money into one because it could great affect the way you feel about your machine. Now if you are going to use your elliptical machine as your prime means to exercise then I suggest being a little less price conscious and get a quality machine to match your activity level. For instance, I did not buy a commercial grade elliptical because I wanted to do more P90X and running at times, but I grabbed a very quality machine because during the winter I use it a lot more due to the weather where I live. Knowing how the machine will be integrated into your life will help determine the type of elliptical you should be entertaining.

Final Thoughts

The criteria above can be a bit vague, but from experience it is exactly what I used when purchasing my elliptical machine. In fact, I compared buying an elliptical cross trainer the same way I would buy a car. Many of the factors I stated above and the process I laid out is exactly how I would go about buying a car. I think if you use these ideas to formulate a plan you will find the elliptical you want at a price you will feel comfortable with.

What are the Best Tips for Weight Loss?

Muscle Builder Guy — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:46 +0000

It is an interesting question that a surprising amount of people will ask at some time or another when they make that snap decision to lose some weight. They have probably read a bunch of articles on different websites or blogs but they are all saying different things or trying to sell you the latest must have pills or potions. But eventually, they’ll get around to wondering what the best weight loss tips really are and whether they are even going to believe what the see in front of them in black and white, or what ever the color scheme happens to be of the website they’re reading it on.

The short answer to this, and there really is a short answer despite all the thousands of articles that have been written and are still to be written upon the subject, is that the very best tips are those that will provide a means to not only lose weight, but to lose it in a healthy manner so that your body looks good, toned and slim while enabling you to keep that good looking, healthy body for a very long time to come.

Anything else is not a particularly good tip, especially if it means that you will have a high percentage chance of putting the weight you lost back on again, and some.

So what is this magical formula that evades most dieters and leaves them losing weight only to gain it again, then lose it again only to gain it again and so on and so forth? Well, the basic formula is not magical or secret even. It is very mundane and the reason so many people miss it completely is because it it staring them right in the face and is so obvious they simply don’t see it!

It is all about calories in to the body and calories out of the body. It is a basic law of nature that you cannot gain weight if your body is burning at least as many calories as you put into it through your diet. How you achieve that balance is up to the individual. But another pretty basic formula is that by doing sufficient daily exercise to keep your metabolism working to burn off the calories you consume through food and drink, then you will not gain weight. Increase that level of exercise so that your body consumes more calories than you eat and you will begin to lose weight while slimming down and toning up your body. The food you eat is important because it needs to be healthy, but it is not as critical as most diets try to tell you it is.

So there you have it. Probably the best tips for weight loss you are ever going to see and they didn’t cost you a penny!

Weight Loss – The Top 10 Things You Need to Know

Muscle Builder Guy — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:31:37 +0000

There are certain things that will greatly benefit you before going on a weight loss plan. Those things will help you to be prepared and will avoid any nasty surprises and such. But these reasons are usually only discovered once the weight loss journey is well underway. But not today, because we will look at the top 10 things you need to know about losing weight.

1. You have to be 100% committed

Losing weight will require that you are 100 percent committed in the game – no quitting allowed.

2. It will take real hard work from your part

You will have to work hard to achieve results – no easy does it.

3. It won’t be easy

The hard work, the consistency and the saying no to cravings or laziness will all contribute to making weight loss very difficult.

4. Fad diets will harm your progress

Your metabolism will slow down with fad dieting, so it is best to avoid these types of diets altogether. The 1000 calorie diet plan is a great example of a fad diet.

5. Motivation is important

Find your motivation; it will be your driving force with weight loss. Your reasons for wanting to lose weight might come in handy for motivation.

6. The longer the better

Don’t stress if your weight loss takes a while, the longer you take to lose it, the longer it usually stays off.

7. It must include both exercise and a healthy diet

Make sure to include both a regular exercise plan and a healthy diet into your weight loss plans to make sure that you are successful. Give pilates exercise bands a try, you just may like it.

8. You can do it

If there is anybody that can lose weight, you are the one. You just have to believe in yourself,

9. The hardest part is keeping the weight off

Maintaining your weight loss will be very difficult to do.

10. It will be worth it

All your hard work and your sacrifices will be 100 percent worth it in the end.

Yes, losing weight will be difficult and it will be hard work. But you can do it and it will, be totally worth it. Just find your personal motivation, set some weight loss goals and work hard at it. If you do that, you will have a hot lean body before you know it.

The 7 Most Important Weight Loss Tips for Everyone

Muscle Builder Guy — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:13:47 +0000

Whether you are overweight or obese, an athlete, a muscle builder or a regular person that wants to know how to lose weight then there are some weight loss tips that are applicable for all situations. These tips are not only for losing weight but they can also be used to maintain your normal weight and enjoy a healthy life. These healthy guidelines are very easy to follow but yet the majority of people tend to ignore them and they end up overweight.

1. Careful diet. The diet always comes first in the list of any weight loss guides because this is from where a weight loss journey begins. By diet we mean everything you eat and drink. If your choices are not based on healthy and low fat foods then it is more likely that you provide your body more calories than those burned. In the long run this means you are gaining weight. So, if you want to maintain your normal weight or even lose weight you need to take care of your diet. Eliminate foods that are high in fat and prefer foods that have low fat. Perfect examples of such foods are fruits and vegetables, fish, legumes, low fat yogurts and other low fat dairy products.

2. Water. Water is the single most important element in a diet that all weight loss programs or products agree. You need to drink as much water as you can. Our body is full of water and needs this element to stay healthy. Water does not add any calories to your diet and has many other characteristics that help your health and weight loss efforts.

3. Do not rush. If your goal is to lose the extra weight that has been accumulated in your body for the last 2 years then for sure this cannot happen overnight. Weight loss takes time, especially in the cases that the problem is there for long. Rapid weight loss is possible but this should be done wisely and always by following healthy guidelines and practices. Do not use any chemical products, pills or strict diets to lose weight. They simply do not work as advertised.

4. Exercise. There cannot be real weight loss without exercise. Most people are too lazy to exercise and they believe that they will lose weight but just following a miracle diet. This is not going to happen. If you want to lose weight, you need to exercise. Any type of exercise is good; some prefer aerobics and cardio exercises, others like weight training. Any physical activity is beneficial for your weight loss efforts but also it is the best way to stay fit, maintain your weight and health.

5. Rest and sleep. We are not machines, this means that our body needs to rest and sleep. There are many studies that have proved the importance of rest and sleep in weight loss. Make sure that you rest enough and sleep well.

6. Stress. Stress is the most popular disease of our century. It is for sure that all people suffer from stress in one way or another. When we talk about weight loss and stress we need to emphasize the fact that stress does not help you lose weight. On the contrary stress can help you gain weight. Fighting stress is not easy but you need to find those ways to live a less stressful life.

7. Willpower. To maintain your normal weight or to lose weight you need to have confidence and willingness. Unfortunately if you leave everything in faith without trying you will end up overweight. This is what is happening to 70% of the population. Most of them have no will to control their health and weight. To maintain a healthy weight you have to try and make the effort. Your efforts should focus on how to change your life towards a healthier style. If you manage to adopt the tips presented above then you will be on the right track if not then you need to seriously think the consciousness and if you are ok living with them.