Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Simon Burslem of the Bodybuilding Warehouse. ----- Weight loss is something that we tend not to think about when we talk about weightlifting and bodybuilding. We commonly perceive these activity’s as a way of increasing a body’s muscle mass and it is likely that we believe the sole aim is to become as big and strong as possible. Although not far from the truth, one thing that we tend not to think about is the fact that many bodybuilders also need to lose weight and in particular body fat. In order to become successful as a bodybuilder … [Read more...]
Balancing Fitness And Nutrition
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Tom Corson-Knowles who writes regularly on the topic of health and fitness at his blog. ----- There seem to be two major groups of health interested folks - those who are into fitness and those who are into nutrition. Of course, this is just a simplification because there are so many other kinds of people interested in different areas of health from emotions to spirituality to mind-body wellness and stress. But the vast majority are either primarily interested in fitness or primarily interested in nutrition. You know the … [Read more...]
Eating Seasonally
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Laura Backes who writes for DSL Service Providers. ----- There are always debates going on about what the key component is for losing weight and then maintaining that weight loss – is it diet or exercise? But what it really boils down to is burning off more calories than you consume. According to the Mayo Clinic, a single pound is lost through cutting 3,500 excess calories out of your diet a week, which breaks down to 500 calories a day. This can be done through diet or exercise – or both! One easy way to start eliminating calories is … [Read more...]
How to Reach Your Maximum Potential
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from the bodybuilder Jackson Morrows who writes for the Bodybuilding Factory. ----- There’s more to reaching your maximum potential than simply picking a good workout regimen and eating a healthy diet. In order to be successful, a goal of that magnitude requires planning as well as execution. Below is a list of several things you need to know before, during and even after you’ve reached your maximum potential. Before You Start When considering a new fitness regimen, it’s always a good idea to consult with your doctor. Keep in mind that … [Read more...]
Top Tips On Healthy Dieting
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Lloyds Pharmacy. ----- It may be tempting for individuals to pin all their hopes on a fad diet in a bid to lose weight fast – and let’s face it, who hasn’t at some time or another? However, what few people realise is that, despite leading to dramatic weight loss in a short period of time, generally any weight lost as a result of novelty diets piles back on once the programme has been completed. What’s more, some of these diets aren’t based on sufficient medical research and can have a detrimental impact on a person’s health in the long … [Read more...]
Cooking Healthy The Day Of Exercise
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Peter Griggs who is a business development associate at FindTheBest Health. ----- We’ve all been there. Whether you’re just getting in the door from the gym or exercised before work that morning, cooking is the last thing you want to do when you get home. If you’re not prepared with leftovers, maybe you reach for the frozen pizza to throw in the oven while you shower. When going for the easy frozen choice, you’re probably lacking nutrients on the day of exercise. If this sounds like you, It’s time for a change that doesn’t take much … [Read more...]
The Myth of Commercial Supplements
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from James Brighton who writes regularly on the topic of supplements. ----- So you want to lose weight, or get fit. For most people the first thing that they turn to is the local gym, or more often than not the latest fad diet that all of the celebrities are following. How many of us tried the Atkins Diet after the press went crazy over all the celebrities who started to follow it! Some people will find that either one of these activities works well, or even both in conjunction in a properly guided fitness regime. You might even find … [Read more...]
Why You Shouldn’t Load Up on Carbs at Dinner
Hello everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from freelance writer Alvina Lopez. ----- I’m sure you’ve all heard the advice to avoid late-night snacks (particularly those full of carbohydrates) before bed, but I’ve found that many people don’t seem to understand why. Many people also don’t hold as much scrutiny over the carbs they eat at dinner when perhaps they should. There Is No Golden Rule Here I must first insert a disclaimer here that a lot the advice I’m giving in this article is meant for the general, average person. The average person usually comes home from work … [Read more...]
Three All-Natural Bodybuilding Supplements You Can’t Live Without
Hello everyone. Today's article is a guest post from personal trainer John McKiernan who writes for the website Supplement Helper. ----- Natural bodybuilding consists of bodybuilding without the use of steroids or pro-hormones. Just because you're not using steroids or pro-hormones though, doesn't mean there aren't supplements that provide great results without any risks or side effects. Today most natural bodybuilding supplements on the market include combinations of the same ingredients over and over again with different marketing labels. Those ingredients are protein, amino acids, … [Read more...]
20 Promising Xanthophyll Health Benefits
The xanthophylls are a group of phytonutrients (non-essential, plant based nutrients that have numerous health benefits in humans). There are 5 main xanthophylls: - Astaxanthin. - Canthaxanthin. - Cryptoxanthin. - Lutein. - Zeaxanthin. The xanthophylls can be sourced from fish, fruits, vegetables and certain peppers and spices. Whilst they are not classed as essential nutrients, studies have shown that they have a wide range of potential health benefits in humans. In this article I will be providing a full overview of these and listing 20 of the promising xanthophyll health … [Read more...]