Do you know the first thing that crosses the mind of a person who wants to lose weight? It’s this: "Oh, I’m just going to eat less!" But does that always work?
I had an acquaintance who once told me that he was going to have a colonoscopy and that his doctor told him that he needed to fast for 24 hours before the procedure. He asked me if he was going to lose some weight by fasting for a day. After all, he was used to eating north of 3000 calories each day.
The general wisdom is that a pound of body fat contains 3500 stored calories, so you would think that this guy would drop almost a pound of fat through his fast, right?
Find out by reading this week’s article, "The "3500 Calorie Rule" — the answer may surprise you!
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IS INTERMITTENT FASTING RIGHT FOR YOU?
Have you heard it said that a pound of body fat contains 3500 calories; and that all you have to do is cut 3500 calories out of your diet to lose an extra pound? If so, you’re not alone! But...is it true? Read this article to find out.
Your back is the foundation for any activity you do. When you hurt your back, you realize that it is involved in virtually all your movements. Know your body and take these precautions.
Is Intermittent Fasting Right For You?
No matter what fitness magazine you open, you’ve probably heard the term Intermittent Fasting (IF) mentioned. So what is it and is it something you should be doing?
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SLOW COOKER PROTEIN CINNAMON BUNS
Today your slow cooker meets cinnamon buns with this super easy and protein-packed Slow Cooker Steel Cut Cinnamon Buns recipe. This one takes less than 5 minutes to prep and will more than satisfy your taste buds!
Hunter Labrada shares his workout tips with you this week in this video all about the Dumbbell Preacher Curl. Click the button below to learn all about this exercise and how to work the bicep properly during this move.
LEAN BODY TRANSFORMATION OF THE WEEK Wayne Jackson lost 15 lbs & 8% Body Fat
"Being in law enforcement, I would get up at every morning at 3:45am to workout before heading to work. Millions of people just like me think they do
not have time to get into shape, but I am proof that you can find time. Despite my crazy schedule I was able to stay disciplined to finish the journey. I am going to keep working hard and continue to improve. Bring me to Houston and I'll prove it to you."
