It is paramount that you take into consideration the excess belly fat you are storing on your body. This can be detrimental to your overall health sooner than you may think.

Storing up this mass of unwanted blubber can affect your personal life as well as your health. To feel good you need to look good. To look good you need to do something about your daily diet! You have to be strong willed when wanting to eat things your body cannot handle. It is the day to day poor choices in our diet that makes us look and feel bad.

Take a stand for your self and your health!

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5 Facts You MUST Understand if You Are Ever Going to Lose Your Belly Fat & Get Six Pack Abs

by Mike Geary - Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

1. Many so-called “health foods” are actually cleverly disguised junk foods that can actually stimulate you to gain more belly fat… yet the diet food marketing industry continues to lie to you so they can maximize their profits.

2. Ab exercises such as crunches, sit-ups, and ab machines are actually the LEAST effective method of getting flat six pack abs. We’ll explore what types of exercises REALLY work.

3. Boring repetitive cardio exercise routines are NOT the best way to lose body fat and uncover those six pack abs. I’ll tell you the exact types of unique workouts that produce 10x better results.

4. You DON’T need to waste your money on expensive “extreme fat burner” pills or other bogus supplements. I’ll show you how to use the power of natural foods in more detail below.

5. Ab belts, ab-rockers, ab-loungers, and other infomercial ab-gimmicks… they’re all a complete waste of your time and money. Despite the misleading infomercials, the perfectly chiseled fitness models in the commercials did NOT get their perfect body by using that “ab contraption”… they got their perfect body through REAL workouts and REAL nutrition strategies.

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The Hidden Dangers of Your Excess Abdominal Fat - It’s More Serious Than a Vanity Issue!

by Mike Geary, Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certified Personal Trainer

Did you know that the vast majority of people in this day and age have excess abdominal fat? The first thing that most people think of is that their extra abdominal fat is simply ugly, is covering up their abs from being visible, and makes them self conscious about showing off their body.

However, what most people don’t realize is that excess abdominal fat in particular, is not only ugly, but is also a dangerous risk factor to your health. Scientific research has clearly demonstrated that although it is unhealthy in general to have excess body fat throughout your body, it is also particularly dangerous to have excess abdominal fat.

There are two types of fat that you have in your abdominal area. The first type that covers up your abs from being visible is called subcutaneous fat and lies directly beneath the skin and on top of the abdominal muscles.

The second type of fat that you have in your abdominal area is called visceral fat, and that lies deeper in the abdomen beneath your muscle and surrounding your organs. Visceral fat also plays a role in giving certain men that “beer belly” appearance where their abdomen protrudes excessively but at the same time, also feels sort of hard if you push on it.

Both subcutaneous fat and visceral fat in the abdominal area are serious health risk factors, but science has shown that having excessive visceral fat is even more dangerous than subcutaneous fat. Both of them greatly increase the risk your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, sleep apnea, various forms of cancer, and other degenerative diseases.

Part of the reason visceral fat is particularly dangerous is that it apparently releases more inflammatory molecules into your body on a consistent basis.

If you care about the quality of your life and your loved ones, reducing your abdominal fat should be one of your TOP priorities! There’s just no way around it. Besides, a side-effect of finally getting rid of all of that excessive ugly abdominal fat is that your stomach will flatten out, and if you lose enough stomach fat, you will be able to visibly see those sexy six pack abs that everyone wants.

So what gets rid of extra abdominal fat? Is there actually a REAL solution beyond all of the gimmicks and hype that you see in ads and on commercials for “miracle” fat loss products?

The first thing you must understand is that there is absolutely NO quick fix solution. There are no pills or supplements of any sort that will help you lose your abdominal fat faster. Also, none of the gimmicky ab rockers, rollers, or ab belts will help get rid of abdominal fat either. You can’t spot reduce your stomach fat by using any of these worthless contraptions. It simply doesn’t work that way.

The ONLY solution to consistently lose your abdominal fat and keep it off for good is to combine a sound nutritious diet full of unprocessed natural foods with a properly designed strategic exercise program that stimulates the necessary hormonal and metabolic response within your body. Both your food intake as well as your training program are important if you are to get this right.

I’ve actually even seen a particular study that divided thousands of participants into a diet-only group and an exercise/diet group. While both groups in this study made good progress, the diet-only group lost significantly LESS abdominal fat than the diet & exercise combined group.

Now the important thing to realize is that just any old exercise program will not necessarily do the trick. The majority of people that attempt getting into a good exercise routine are NOT working out effectively enough to really stimulate the loss of stubborn abdominal fat. I see this everyday at the gym.

Most people will do your typical boring ineffective cardio routines, throw in a little outdated body-part style weight training, and pump away with some crunches and side bends, and think that they are doing something useful for reducing their abdominal fat. Then they become frustrated after weeks or months of no results and wonder where they went wrong.

Well, the good news is that I’ve spent over a decade researching this topic, analyzing the science, and applying it “in the trenches” with myself as well as thousands of my clients from all over the world to see what works to really stimulate abdominal fat loss.

The entire solution… all of the nutritional strategies, as well as training sequences, exercise combinations, and more have all been compiled in my Truth About Six Pack Abs Program.
Keep in mind that the point of this whole program is NOT abdominal exercises (that is only a very small portion of it). The main point of this program is showing you the absolute most effective strategies for losing your stubborn abdominal fat, so you can get rid of that dangerous health risk, as well as get a flatter more defined midsection.

If you follow the guidelines, you WILL lose your belly fat that has been plaguing you for years. This is not guesswork… it is a proven system that works time and time again for all of my clients on every corner of the globe that actually apply the information I teach. If you apply it, the results will come. It’s really that simple.

The only reason most people fail in their fitness goals is that they have good intentions at first to adopt a new lifestyle, yet after a few weeks or months, they abandon their good intentions and slip right back into their old bad habits that gave them the excess body fat in the first place.

I want to help you succeed in finally getting rid of that extra abdominal fat that is not only UGLY, but also DANGEROUS.

Don’t waste another day allowing that nasty abdominal fat to kill your confidence as well as contribute to your risk for MAJOR diseases.

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Knowledge is power”.  We’ve all heard the saying and I believe it holds true in many aspects of our lives, including exercise

It’s not always enough to just exercise and watch what we eat.  We should have a general idea as to why we need it and how it affects our bodies.  Of course a certain amount of it is common sense and the media is constantly saturating the airwaves with “healthy” eating tips, ideas and products to the point that we learn to block most of it out.  How do we know what to do or what’s right.  Two ideas:  Educate yourself and know what works for you.

When I say “educate”, I don’t mean pick up your text book and head for class.  Education is all around you.

If you are in a situation where you are working out in a public environment such as the local gym or some type of exercise group class, take some time and watch and listen to the people around you.  Networking with other exercise enthusiasts is a great way to not only learn a few things but it can be a great motivator as well.  We can learn a lot from each other.  Everyone has a little something to offer if we just take the time to find out what it is.  If there is someone who has the physique you are  looking for or perhaps a certain body area that your striving to obtain, watch them—it’s OK and you don’t have to stare or be rude.  Just casually pay attention to form or style and if it is within your physical limits, give it a try.  After all “imitation is the sincerest form of flattery”.  Just please know what’s acceptable for you and don’t risk injury.   Even better would be to approach someone if they seem approachable and ask.  Most people who are dedicated to their health are happy to help.  If you’re shy or just feel you don’t want to bother people, watching and listening is all you need.

Also found in the gym surrounding, is usually a personal trainer or two.  They may be available to just answer a few questions, show you a technique or better yet, a personal training session if finances allow.  You can also pick up a tip or two by watching them work with others as well.

Education doesn’t have to come from the gym.  The local grocery or convenience store can be an informational smorgasbord for those that crave knowledge.  We are very lucky to live in a time when being healthy is marketed everywhere.  Magazine articles are a great quick read and are constantly changing.  They keep on top of the latest changes or refresh the tried and true exercises that never go out of style.  I am constantly grabbing fitness magazines.  Some of them may take months to read from cover to cover but the one or two articles that immediately caught my attention were instantly devoured and savored.  So the next time you’re standing at the check-out eyeballing that candy bar or cupcake, wrap your hand around a fitness magazine instead, your body will thank you for it.

One last tip before I go.  If you are reading this, you are on-line and have a wealth of wellness information at your fingertips such as this great website for starters.  Take some time and find some sites you like and go back to them often because the really good ones are constantly updating.

So….keep up your efforts, make your fitness journey one of mind and body.  Work hard at it, but work safe and remember that education of any kind is never wasted

Janine “Jinxxy” Heacock

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You have to set goals for weight loss. A benchmark for losing the desired weight is always a smart step. The next thing you need to do is find yourself an accountability partner. This will assist you in staying on track and not cheating your diet.

 Make realistic goals to start and by achieving them you start to create self confidence. This will really boost your ability to lose the weight you desire. Start with 3 to 5 lbs. as a goal. This is attainable in a short period of time. If you need help in deciding the proper diet join the forum and ask questions on weight loss. We have many great people ready to assist you.

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Don’t ever undrestimate the power of stretching.

When on a tight schedule like most of us are, stetcing may take a back seat in our fitness routine.  It is very important and should not be overlooked.  Having muscle and being fit is a wonderful thing, but having long, supple muscles is even better and can give you an even leaner look.

It is more effective if you save the stretching for when your muscles are “warm”.  Stretching cold muscles is counter-productive.  Take an extra 10 minutes and “warm-up” with some light cardio and then stretch.  It really can make a difference. 

Life is so fast paced and I know that time is of the essence but you should hold each stretch for at least the count of 30 or more, and pay attention to your breathing. Do not hold your breath. 

Stretch before your workout and after.  If you already do this, that’s great and if not, start now and stick with it, you will notice a difference.

Power, Persistance, Praise.  If your not getting it from someone else, give it to yourself, you’ve earned it!!

By: Janine “Jinxxy” Heacock

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Eat Green

Get Moving

Laugh And Be Social

Drink Water

Get Enough Sleep

Eat Fresh

Avoid Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Choose Whole Wheat Instead Of White Flour

Say No To Sugar

Always Exchange Bad Eating Habits With Good Ones

We are constantly fighting the urge for unhealthy foods but you can follow these suggestions to better health. Sometimes it may be tough and you may cheat on yourself a little here and there but stay on your gameplan and you will see big improvements.

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Do yourself a favor and don’t live by the scale!!!!!.  It can be a great indicator of your progress if used correctly or it can be your undoing if you are not careful.

Our weight can fluctuate due to many factors.  Water weight,(especially in woman), time of year, time of day, time of month, and the list goes on and on. 

I believe it is in your best interest to only use the scale as a “rough” guide in your fitness venture.  Do not make it your bible.  There are way too many variables from day to day.

Try to weigh yourself only two or three times a week.  The best time is first thing in the morning, naked, after you have used the potty and before you have had anything to drink or eat.  This is the best time.  Your body is fresh just like you, and you haven’t done any “unnecessary evils” to it yet.

I realize that many “programs” use this as a tool and please, follow any program you have chosen to your benefit if they are working for you, but keep in mind that if you are doing everything in your power to follow a healthy lifestyle plan, the way your clothes fit and the way you feel can be a much better indicator as to your success. 

Much more to follow on this issue, stay tuned!!!

Stay fit, stay focused, stay true to yourself.

By: Janine “Jinxxy” Heacock

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Scientific name: Allium Sativum 

Garlic has some healing powers according to some but the evidence of it being a healthy food is solid. Garlic definitely has positive effects on our blood pressure and cholesterol. It also discourages dangerous blood clotting as well.

 Garlic is a great cold medicine and anything that discourages cancer I am all for! Yes, you heard that correct it can actually help fight off cancer. (Especially stomach cancer) Due to the fact that garlic is used as a spice, it is extremely high in nutrition.

Although not every aspect of garlic is a good thing. I would not recommend it for a first date situation! Garlic can also cause you to become gassy and bloated. I recommend eating garlic both raw and cooked it can be of benefit either way!

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Making healthy choices everyday is hard to do but there are things you may not realize that are doing you some good. Let yourself make small changes in your diet and they will soon add up to a very balanced routine. Focus on these four main ingredients to get you where you need to be.

1. A healthy diet.

2. Quality exercise.

3. Defeat stress.

4. Quality of sleep.

If you can pattern your daily habits to accomplish the list above you will see dramatic changes in the way you feel and look!

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