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		<title>Get Rid of Stomach Flab and Get Flat Abs With This Secret</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 05:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joey Mason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[by Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library Get Rid of Stomach Flab and Get Flat Abs With This Secret If you struggle to reduce your belly fat, so that you can uncover those elusive six pack abs, then I&#8217;m going to reveal in this article why you haven&#8217;t been able to make progress with this [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Get Rid of Stomach Flab and Get Flat Abs With This Secret</strong></p>
<p>If you struggle to reduce your belly fat, so that you can uncover those elusive six pack abs, then I&#8217;m going to reveal in this article why you haven&#8217;t been able to make progress with this area of your fitness.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>A couple major problems I see as a fitness professional are that most people who are trying to lose stomach fat:</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>1. Most people spend way too much of their exercise efforts focusing on cardio based workouts, when in fact, a properly designed, high intensity strength training routine causes a much better hormonal response and metabolic rate increase than cardio based workout programs. </p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>Also, as long as the strength training workout is designed with the right types of full body multi-joint exercises, and with the right types of rest intervals and intensity, you can actually burn as many calories (if not more calories) than with a typical cardio workout.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>2. Another problem is that many people still think that they should be spending all of their workout time doing exercises that specifically target the stomach area and obliques. I think you should understand by now that spending all of your time doing exercises targeting the abs doesn&#8217;t do much to burn the fat off of your stomach and love handles area.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>Again, your time in your workouts could be much better spent by focusing on strategic strength training exercise combinations and full body training that will result in a much better decrease of body fat over time.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>3. When it comes to diet, many people try to follow some sort of fad diet that restricts a certain macronutrient too much&#8230; like extremely low fat diets, or super low carb diets.  The fact is that your body needs all of the macronutrients and food groups to maintain proper balance and build muscle and burn fat most effectively. Trying to eliminate certain food groups or macronutrients in general sets most people up for failure.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>The main focus should be on avoiding processed foods, artificial ingredients, trans fats (hydrogenated oils), high fructose corn syrup, and other junk foods, while focusing on a whole-food organic diet full of variety and high nutrient density. </p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>Many times when people get past the fads and gimmick diets and start to eat in a balanced whole food manner, a lot of the problems they were having start to take care of themselves, and the body fat starts to melt off, energy levels increase, and hormones are back in balance.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>See below for more of the key secrets to flattening your stomach and bringing out sexy flat abs for life.</p>
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<p>More secrets for losing stubborn belly fat can be found at <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.truthaboutabs.com/">Exercises for Abs, Workouts for Flat Abdominals</a></p>
<p>&#13;<br />
I recently found a new site that is changing the nutrition industry for the better, with an honest approach. Go check out <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://natural.getprograde.com/">The Honest Health and Weight Loss Nutritional Supplement Site</a></p>
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For the ladies looking to firm up the butt and thighs, check out <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://sexybuttexercises.com/">Exercises for a Firm Butt and Thighs</a></p>
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		<title>Is This A Good Beginner Work Out Routine?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2010 04:17:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joey Mason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hey ,im a 16 year old male. Looking to get a more toned and defined body, That makes the ladies go gah gah haha. I have joined a gym, and i started this routine. Im 5&#8217;9 155 pounds. Can you Tell me what if the routine is good or should i change it abit. Day [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hey ,im a 16 year old male. Looking to get a more toned and defined body, That makes the ladies go gah gah haha. I have joined a gym, and i started this routine. Im 5&#8217;9 155 pounds. Can you Tell me what if the routine is good or should i change it abit.<br />
Day 1<br />
Chest,Back,Biceps</p>
<p>H.S Incline  3/12<br />
Machine Flyes 3/12<br />
Smith Machine 3/12</p>
<p>Chin Ups 3/12<br />
Seated Cable Rows 3/12<br />
Bent Over Flyes 3/12</p>
<p>Barbell Curls 3/10-12<br />
Hammter Curls 3/10</p>
<p>Day 2<br />
Legs,Calves, Abs<br />
Leg Press 4/10-12<br />
Leg Extensions 4/10-12<br />
Standing Leg Curls 4/10-12</p>
<p>Seated Calve Raises 4/10-12</p>
<p>20min Cardio various inclines and speeds</p>
<p>15 AB Class when possible<br />
Sit ups<br />
Knee Raises</p>
<p>Day 3<br />
Shoulder,Triceps</p>
<p>Dumbell Shoulder Press  3/12<br />
Cable Upright Row 3/12<br />
Dumbell LDT Raises with ball 2/15<br />
Tricep Push downs 4/12<br />
Dips On Machine 4/12</p>
<p>20 Minute Cardio<br />
Various Intensity /times/incline</p>
<p>Monday-Day1<br />
Tuesday-Day 2<br />
Wednesday-Day 3<br />
Thursday-Day 1<br />
Friday-Day 2<br />
Saturday-Day 3<br />
Sunday-Rest</p>
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		<title>Is this a good weight lifting schedule for a beginner?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 04:19:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joey Mason</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Monday: chest, abs<br />
Tuesday:biceps, back, shoulders<br />
Wednesday: calves, quads<br />
Thursday: chest, abs<br />
Friday: biceps, back, shoulders<br />
Saturday: calves, quads<br />
Sunday: rest</p>
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		<title>How is this for a weight lifting split?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 04:23:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joey Mason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1.Abs 2.Triceps 3.Back/Biceps 4.Chest/Shoulders My biggest problem is that I need the best day to work my triceps, I cannot work them next to a day i work my shoulders or chest obviously, and when I work them With shoulders and or chest I can&#8217;t lift as much such as skull crushers after I work [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>1.Abs<br />
2.Triceps<br />
3.Back/Biceps<br />
4.Chest/Shoulders</p>
<p>My biggest problem is that I need the best day to work my triceps, I cannot work them next to a day i work my shoulders or chest obviously, and when I work them With shoulders and or chest I can&#8217;t lift as much such as skull crushers after I work my chest it doesn&#8217;t work well at all they&#8217;re like fatigued by then.</p>
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		<title>Bodybuilding Forearm Training &#8211; Use This Free Tool for Fast New Muscle!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 04:30:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joey Mason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Forearm Training &#13; I have always found it difficult to develop my forearms to match my upper arms. A short time ago, I started to use a forearm development tool, called the wrist roller, which has been around for decades. &#13; This is a simple device that can be made with things that most people [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Forearm Training</b></p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>I have always found it difficult to develop my forearms to match my upper arms.  A short time ago, I started to use a forearm development tool, called the wrist roller, which has been around for decades. </p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>This is a simple device that can be made with things that most people can find around the house, and yet may be one of most effective forearm developers ever invented.  As you&#8217;ll soon see, the reason most people don&#8217;t use this exercise is most likely because it is quite painful to perform! It develops a deep burn in the forearm muscles very quickly, which is why it is so effective. It hits all sides of the forearm if used properly.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p> A forearm wrist roller can be made with a section of a broom handle and a 5 foot length of rope. <b>(you can see pictures by clicking the link at the bottom of this article)</b> You can also go to your nearest home center and buy an 18 inch long wooden dowel, 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Drill a hole through the middle of the dowel about 1/4&#8243; in diameter. Then take one end of a 5 foot (approx.) piece of rope and thread it through the hole in the dowel and tie a secure knot on the other and so it can&#8217;t be pulled back through.  Now you need to attach some weight to the other end of the rope. Tie a small dumbbell or a couple 5 &#8211; 10 pound barbell plates to the other end of the rope. Make the length of the rope so that when you hold the dowel in your hands and extend your arms straight out in front you, weight is just barely touching the floor.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>You now have your very own wrist roller exercise device! thicker forearms are just around the corner!</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>To perform the exercise, hold the dowel straight out in front of you with both hands and roll it either way, moving only your wrist (elbow movement makes it easier, so don&#8217;t move the elbows) until the rope is wrapped completely around the dowel and the weight is all the way up to your hands.  Now slowly roll the dowel the opposite way to lower the weight.  <b>Keep the weight under control, and do it relatively slowly. This is very important. Be sure that you keep your arms straight, moving only your wrist for maximum effect.</b> When the weight gets all the way down to the bottom, keep the dowel turning in the same direction, and it will begin to roll back up. Continue rolling it in that direction until the weight comes up to the top once again. Then reverse the direction until the weight returns to the bottom. This completes one rep. If you have chosen the correct amount of weight, you forearms should be burning!</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>There are variations in the way you can perform this exercise.  The method outlined above is my preferred method. It can also be done while resting your elbows on something to support your arms so that you can focus more on your forearms and less on your deltoids. You could also try standing on a chair or bench, and just allow your arms to hang down in front of you and roll the weight up and down in that position. </p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>If you follow the rolling technique I have outlined above, you&#8217;ll get a thorough workout of both the back and front of your forearms. If you do it properly and strictly, you will feel the pump and the burn that is so effective in stimulating new forearm muscle growth and strength using this device.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>You will notice that for most people, it doesn&#8217;t take much weight to fry your forearm muscles!  I suggest performing three or four complete reps of this exercise at least three times a week at the end of your workouts.  Always do this workout last as you will greatly diminish your ability to lift weights for any other exercise! Or if you don&#8217;t have a workout that day, just do it before you go to bed.  Just make sure you don&#8217;t do it right before you&#8217;re going to need your hands for something like typing!</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>I recommend that you use other exercises in your  forearm workout.  I only suggest that this is an excellent additional movement that will really add new mass and strength to your forearms especially if this is a problem area for you or if you really need to increase your forearm strength for some kind of sports activity.</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>A great forearm workout should include barbell wrist curls and reverse wrist curls for three sets of 12-15 reps for each exercise. Finish up your workout with wrist rollers and you will feel a most incredible pump that will stimulate new muscle growth! </p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>I have noticed greater endurance, strength and size in my forearms in just a few short weeks of training with this effective exercise. Try it for a few weeks and see if you experience the same results. I think you will be pleasantly surprised!</p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>Keep in mind that successful bodybuilding training requires proper nutrition. Muscle building requires the proper vitamins, minerals and protein. </p>
<p>&#13;</p>
<p>Protein is by far the most important nutrient to a bodybuilder. You must consume 1 to 1.5 grams of high quality protein per pound of bodyweight every day to make quality muscle gains. This could mean 200-300 grams per day for most bodybuilders. Your protein should come from animal and dairy sources such as chicken, beef, turkey, eggs and milk.  To find out the protein content of these foods, click this link for a useful chart that will help you plan your diet.  </p>
<p><a target="new" rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.rocksolidbodybuilding.com/Nutritioncontent.html">Rocksolidbodybuilding.com/Protein content</a> </p>
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<p>You can find pictures of the wrist roller device at:</p>
<p><a target="new" rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.rocksolidbodybuilding.com/forearmtraining.html">Rocksolidbodybuilding.com/Forearmtraining</a> </p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2010 05:33:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joey Mason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#13; Bodybuilding (the art of displaying the muscles) did not really exist prior to the late 19th century, when it was promoted by a man from Prussia named Eugen Sandow,[1] who is now generally referred to as &#8220;The Father of Modern Bodybuilding&#8221;. Bodybuilding Is The Solution To Taking Control Of How Your Body LooksAs I [...]]]></description>
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<p>Bodybuilding (the art of displaying the muscles) did not really exist prior to the late 19th century, when it was promoted by a man from Prussia named Eugen Sandow,[1] who is now generally referred to as &#8220;The Father of Modern Bodybuilding&#8221;.  Bodybuilding Is The Solution To Taking Control Of How Your Body LooksAs I get ready for my next bodybuilding competition, I have been spending alot of time (two 45-minute sessions of cardiovascular exercise to be exact) watching television.  My powerful bodybuilding techniques allow me to do that.</p>
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Bodybuilding is the act of putting on muscle by working out and shaping one&#8217;s diet to put on more muscle mass.  Bodybuilding may be done for recreation, for personal betterment or as a competitive sport.</p>
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Training</p>
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Training at a high intensity too frequently also stimulates the central nervous system (CNS) and can result in a hyper-adrenergic state that interferes with sleep patterns.  Training intensity and volume should be in line with what the kid can cope with easily and safely. Training natural has so many benefits it would take to many words to put in this article.  </p>
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Training intensity doesn&#8217;t mean jack if you can&#8217;t consistently keep it up.  Training tips from many of the greatest strength experts around the world, plus a glossary of exercises to fit everyones needs are available at the RIPPED Weight Training website.  This was accomplished by improved bodybuilding techniques, better nutrition and more effective equipment.</p>
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Muscle</p>
<p>&#13;<br />
Muscles need time to heal, once a week for directly hitting a muscle is fine.  Muscles grow when muscle fibers are damaged and repair themselves following a workout.  Muscles is a movement, it is our life.  </p>
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Muscles are the &#8216;slaves&#8217; of the CNS, and when the CNS calls for a movement, it never calls in individual muscles separately.  Muscle recovery can only happen in the presence of ample amino acids and the only source for amino acids is dietary protein.  Muscles, tendons and ligaments tend to shorten over a period of time, which limits our range of motion and renders us more liable to injury when sudden stresses are placed on these structures.  Muscle has one simple function &#8212; it contracts.  </p>
<p>&#13;<br />
Muscle takes work, time, and dedication, more than most people are willing to devote.  Muscle &amp; Fitness becomes the official journal of the IFBB.  The muscles are revealed through a combination of fat loss, oils, and tanning (or tanning lotions) which combined with lighting make the definition of the muscle fibres more distinct.</p>
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Fat</p>
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Fat is irrelevant for bodybuilders, although cholesterol is essential in the production of testosterone so make sure to eat as many animals as you can.  Fats, sugars, anything you can shove down your throat.  Fat can only be lost with a caloric deficit from a reduction in food intake, an increase in activity or ideally, a combination of both.  Fat cells in the body elevate estrogen which can reduce your testosterone levels.</p>
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Bodybuilders</p>
<p>&#13;<br />
Bodybuilders such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lee Priest and Jay Cutler all started competing when they were teenagers.  Bodybuilders seek out low-glycemic polysaccharides and other slowly-digesting carbohydrates, which release energy in a more stable fashion than high-glycemic sugars and starches.  Bodybuilders usually require higher quality protein with a high BV rather than relying on protein such as soy, which is often avoided due to its estrogenic properties. This develops good bodybuilding technique and rituals. </p>
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Bodybuilders exist on a diet of protein to develop muscle, and have a skinny supermodel&#8217;s aversion to fat.  Bodybuilders who over-train risk suffering injuries and immune system difficulties, and can neglect home, work and family life, according to Mr Smith&#8230; all caused by bad bodybuilding techniques.  Bodybuilders also increase their electrolyte consumption (potassium and sodium) to reduce the risk of muscle cramps when on stage. </p>
<p>&#13;<br />
Bodybuilding as a sport is not athletic and should not be confused with lifting sports or strongman competitions.  Bodybuilding is not a project that you work hard on for a set amount of time, finish, and then sit back and admire.  Bodybuilding is an ongoing, lifelong process filled with ups and downs, triumphs and setbacks, peaks and recessions.  Bodybuilding is the new name of the exercise now days.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2010 04:22:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joey Mason</dc:creator>
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<p>It is essential to understand the biology of the abdominal muscles before beginning a training programme or routine in order to prevent injury and so that you can better understand the way in which each exercise benefits you and which part it benefits. The abdominals, in relation to other body parts, are relatively simple. There are four main parts and each need to be worked and toned in order to achieve the flat and firm abdominals that you desire.</p>
<p>The abdominal muscles are located between the ribs and the pelvis on the front of the body. The four abdominal muscle groups combine to completely cover the internal organs. </p>
<p>The abdominal muscles are more important than many believe and they most importantly support the upper torso, allow movement of the upper body and hold organs in position by regulating internal abdominal pressure. <br />
The four main abdominal muscles are:</p>
<p>Transversus abdominus – This is the deepest muscle layer. Its main roles are to stabilise the trunk and maintain internal abdominal pressure. It also compresses the abdomen.</p>
<p>Rectus abdominus – Slung between the ribs and the pubic bone at the front of the pelvis. This muscle has the characteristic bumps or bulges, when contracting, that are commonly called &#8216;the six pack&#8217;. The main function of the rectus abdominus is to move the body between the ribcage and the pelvis. </p>
<p>External oblique muscles – The external oblique is situated on the lateral and anterior parts of the abdomen. The external oblique muscles allow the trunk to twist, but to the opposite side of whichever external oblique is contracting. For example, the right external oblique contracts to turn the body to the left. It also functions to compress the abdominal cavity, which increases the intra-abdominal pressure.</p>
<p>Internal oblique muscles – The internal oblique muscle is the intermediate muscle of the abdomen, lying just underneath the external oblique and just above the transverse abdominal muscle. These flank the rectus abdominus, and are located just inside the hip-bones. They operate in the opposite way to the external oblique muscles. For example, twisting the trunk to the left requires the left hand side internal oblique and the right hand side external oblique to contract together.</p>
<p>The structure of the abdominals may seem incredibly boring, and perhaps they are, but it is essential to understand before embarking upon an abdominal training programme. </p>
<p>One final thing we must understand is the function of the abs. You may think the only benefit of firmer abs is that you will be presenting a more toned body image but more importantly however, firm abs have strong links to preventing back pain and back injury. The abdominal muscles are key components to providing strength and support to keep the body upright and for movement. </p>
<p>Now that you understand the biology of the abs, you can now begin your abdominal workouts and abdominal exercises so that you can lose the excess abdominal fat that has plagued you for years.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Monday &#8211; Chest Tuesday &#8211; Abs Wednesday &#8211; Cardio Thursday &#8211; ? Friday &#8211; ? I don&#8217;t know what else to do on Thursdays and Fridays. Also, can you help me with some specific exercises and how much time I should spend in the gym a day? Thanks for your help. addthis_url = 'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.upickyourterm.com%2Fabs-beginner%2Fcan-you-help-me-with-develop-a-workout-routine-for-a-true-beginner-this-is-what-i-have-so-far'; addthis_title [...]]]></description>
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<p>I don&#8217;t know what else to do on Thursdays and Fridays. Also, can you help me with some specific exercises and how much time I should spend in the gym a day?</p>
<p>Thanks for your help.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>do you think that starting with year off with a body cleansing is a good idea (detox) before using other supplements before lifting?  I saw an item at GNC that is a 7 day cleansing.</p>
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