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Resisting Temptation: Best Tactics for Eating Less at Buffets

Published on May 17, 2013, by in Weight Loss Diets, Weight Loss Tips.

While often a great value and the perfect compliment to those who have trouble making up their mind, buffets also represent a potential dieting disaster for anyone looking to lose weight. Even the best dieting intentions can quickly become undone when faced with an all-you-can-eat smorgasbord of tempting treats and delicious deserts. However, according to the results of a recent study, there are a couple of strategies you can employ to keep from overeating when at a buffet.

In a report published in the April issue of the American Journal of Preventative Medicine researchers outlined two techniques that can help you avoid overeating when at a buffet- using a smaller plate and walking around the buffet prior to selecting what to eat. (more…)

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Getting Healthy for the Summer Season

Published on May 12, 2013, by in Health & Fitness.

As the winter night drew to a close and we woke up to a sun that seemed to have come out of hiding, it was the first sign that spring had arrived. Of course, our natural reaction to this was to strip off the layers of clothes we had been donning for the past nine months (maybe even longer) and go out and enjoy the sunshine, who knows how long it will last? On the other hand, some may have been dreading the appearance of sunlight through the curtains, wanting to only hide under the covers. (more…)

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Breakfast: 4 Timesaving Ideas

Published on May 8, 2013, by in Health & Fitness.

breakfastsmoothieWe all live busy lives and can never seem to find the time to make a good, hearty breakfast in the morning. There are steps we can take to ensure that our bodies are well-fueled in the morning, and the benefits are fantastic. With these top 4 tips, you’ll be able to avoid the typical afternoon crash and can aim to be a healthier person. Preparing for a nice breakfast can be fun, almost as fun as playing a good game of cornhole. So follow these quick, simple steps and you’ll be on your way with a fresh new day. (more…)

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Want to Lose Weight? Get More Sleep

Published on May 3, 2013, by in Health & Fitness, Weight Loss Tips.

One of the reasons losing and keeping weight off seems like such a constant up hill battle is due to how closely we associate food with other emotions and behaviors. Feeling bored? Grab a bag of chips out of the cupboard to munch that boredom away. Feeling depressed? Well a spoon and that pint of ice cream in the fridge might just cure those blues. Feeling tired? Don’t be surprised if you find the energy to start snarfing on a number of fattening foods. In fact, according to a new study, sleep deprivation may actually be one of the primary causes for weight gain. So, how can you get that weight loss? (more…)

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To Run or Not to Run

Published on April 26, 2013, by in Weight Loss Tips.

Are You an Eligible Runner?

When we think about the people who run, we usually get the image of lean hotties in tights or fancy sports clothes. But, is that all there is to running? Sure, you get a great body – thin and agile – to carry you wherever you want to go. Actually, there are many controversies, believe it or not, when it comes to running, and many questions to which the answers not only vary, but vary to such an extent that only a Shakespearean question may be appropriate – to run or not to run? (more…)

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Conquer the Tough Mudder & Burn Fat While Doing It

Published on April 22, 2013, by in Weight Loss Exercises.

Nothing says champion like beating a military-style obstacle course. Tough Mudder is an international hit.  A great way to stay fit while having outdoor fun…  but harder to finish than many imagine. It is not enough to try your best with mud run events. Look at 10 ways you can conquer the trail and win the big prize – a chance to tackle the final obstacle.

Take the Time to Train

Tough Mudder is not a course you want to try unless you are in shape. A couple of months before competing, put on some proper shoes and hit the road. The Tough Rudder course is about the same length as a half-marathon. Do some research about training for that distance and amp up your fitness level.

Get Muscular

Mud run events require extensive muscle strength. The training you need goes beyond just toning up. Focus your strength workouts on multiple muscle group exercises to build mass. Do deadlifts, presses and squats to engage the stabilizing and core muscle groups.

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