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7 Best Spring Shape Up Programs

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Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Becky Harris who writes for U-Pack. ----- Do you want more muscle and less fat by the end of spring? Just going to the gym and doing some cardio isn’t going to cut it. However, there are seven powerful, calorie-burning programs available that you can use in your own living room. Be aware that most of these programs are rather intense, so you should be able to do at least an hour of cardio to perform these most of these exercises. 1) Insanity Perhaps the hardest workout routine ever put on a DVD, Insanity promises to change your … [Read more...]

Five Fun Ways To Shift That Extra Weight

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Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Electric Bloom who offer a range of unique fitness holidays. ----- In a world where there seems to be a new exercise DVD, bootcamp or personal trainer promising fantastic results around every corner, it can be difficult to figure out which options are going to have the best results for you and your own weight loss goals. It’s clear that the same things don’t work for everybody, but one thing is true; you are far more likely to stick to something that you actually enjoy, or at least, don’t completely despise, so it’s a good … [Read more...]

Lean Body Foods to Help you Build Muscle

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Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Natalia Żurek who writes for Webctor. ----- In order to build lean muscle you need to take in lean body foods. This article provides a list of lean body foods to help you achieve your goals. If you're interested in building lean muscle to get that hard body, this article will help you choose the right lean body foods to support your body building needs. It's important to avoid junk food so don't buy it. If you can't see it laying around, you won't be tempted. Everything you have in the house should be healthy choices and nothing … [Read more...]

How To Hydrate

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Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Zoe who writes for Nuffield Health Careers. ----- Keeping hydrated is a huge priority for athletes of all levels, to ensure your performance and health are at the best they can possibly be. Whether you’re just starting out on a brand new fitness regime, or you’ve been training for a long time, the importance of keeping your body in tip-top, hydrated condition should never be overlooked. Just How Important Is H2O? Two thirds of our bodies are made up entirely of water and it is fundamental in regulating our digestive systems, … [Read more...]

How To Use Social Media To Improve Your Fitness

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Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Jamie Gibbs who writes for Confused.com. ----- My biggest problem when it comes to healthy living and fitness is a complete lack of motivation. I start out with the best intentions, but then my regime quickly unravels and I end up eating takeaway pizza whilst sat in front of the TV, feeling more defeated for giving up. I’ve since found that there are a host of tools available for you to get motivated and improve your health using social media, so now you don’t have to go it alone. An App For Everything There are a range of … [Read more...]

The Scale Doesn’t Lie – How To Tell if You’re Kidding Yourself

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Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Becky Harris who writes for U-Pack. ----- Many people have scales but they tend to deny that they are gaining weight, even if the scale shows they are carrying an extra pound or two. The sad truth is that most overweight people deny that they are gaining weight until it is too late. The scale doesn't lie and you need to accept your weight. Here are a few helpful tips and insights that will help you know if you are really overweight or not. 1. Gaining Muscle Many people say they are gaining weight because they are gaining muscle. … [Read more...]

Handy Tips For Marathon Training Plans

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Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Lucozade. ----- When running a marathon, the training plan you choose will depend on whether you are an experienced runner and the distance you would normally run.  This article provides you with a number of marathon training plans to suit all levels of runner. Beginners If you are new to running, you should work your way up to the marathon distance by entering smaller races first. It is important to give yourself time to get into shape too. You should first work on your ability to run by incorporating small runs within your … [Read more...]

Winter Weight

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Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Jennifer Gillan who works for A.Vogel. ----- During winter, when we’re exposed to less sunlight, our serotonin levels are depleted. Serotonin is what is technically known as a neurotransmitter which in plain English means it helps messages pass down nerves to the muscles or organs they are meant for. Your internal communication network, when fired with plenty of serotonin, will be fully functional and your body will be a generally happier and more efficient place to hang out in. Lack of serotonin is associated with low mood, SAD … [Read more...]

Acai – What Can It Do?

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Hello everyone. Today's article is a guest post from Holland & Barrett. ----- It’s that time of year again: when we want to get in shape for the Spring / Summer season and thoughts of the gym appear. Now not all of us like those thoughts and this is what causes the ill-fated crash diets that can do more harm than good to our bodies. As such we look for new and different ways to help us to shift those unwanted pounds and inches as well as removing all the toxins from our bodies that have built up over the Christmas period. One of the most popular ways this is done is through the … [Read more...]

Go Green & Naturally Lose Weight With Green Tea

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Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from the blogger and fitness enthusiast Jefferey Morgan who owns  Get This Ripped. ----- Have you ever wondered that losing weight could be so much easier? After hours of running on the treadmill and working out, there are still no favourable outcomes? Then it is time to inculcate a wonder drink in your diets. The drink popularly known as Green Tea is a storehouse of anti-oxidants. Green tea is prepared from the leaves of Camellia sinensis and goes through minimum oxidation. It is mainly cultivated in China but has become popular all … [Read more...]