May. 11, 2012

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Chronic Fatigue (CFS) & Burn Out: Have You Got The Minerals?

Hi guys,
 
I wanted to share the information below with you as i find this very interesting regarding stress and health. I’ve recently started my study and research for my new book which is all about ‘Chronic Fatigue Syndrome’.  
 
In the 1930′s Scientist Hans Selye developed his General Adaptation Syndrome theory which divides STRESS into three stages. Stress is anything which places extra demand on the body, and could be overwork, poor diet, toxin exposure, illness travel grief, work unhappy relationships, lack of sleep etc.
 

Chronic Fatigue (CFS) & Burn Out: Have You Got The Minerals?

 

Dr Paul Ecke spent decades analysing hair mineral levels, and worked out how to determine which stage of stress your body is in simply by looking at the ratios of key minerals: calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium. These are minerals that need to be balanced, and taking any other minerals can have adverse effects by worsening their delicate ratios.

Chronic Fatigue (CFS) & Burn Out: Have You Got The Minerals?

 
Stages One – Alarm       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     This is the first exposure to stress. The body reacts dramtically by increasing activity of the adrenal glands in an attempt to fight the tiredness by mobilising all resources to keep you going. Your system is flooded with adrenaline and this causes sodium levels to rise(sodium stimulates the adrenals), but can also cause inflammation. Magnesium puts the brakes on the adrenals, so magnesium levels drops.This system was designed so that you could react to acute stress, but is detrimentral if stress is prolonged. Dr seyle found that the slightest strain on the body – mental, emotional or physical – results in a substantially increased need for vitamins and minerals. Stress can cause loss of zinc, magnesium, calcuim and copper from the body, and uses up high levels of vitamin C and B, especially vitamins B5. However, during the alarm stage zinc and magnesium are lost from the body’s tissue reservoirs. 
 
 
Stage Two – Adaptation  
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     In stage Two, the body realises that the stress is not going away, so it has to adapt to the situation. It does this by releasing adrenocorticold hormone to act as anti-inflammatories (cortisone used by doctors is based on adrenocorticoids). This stage is indicated on hair testing by a corresonding rise in potassium, as the ratio between sodium and potassium should be even at around 2.5-5. However, although the ratio itself may be balanced, the levels of both sodium and potassium would appear elevated. Potassium stimulates the thyroid, and calcuim calms it down.
 
When potassium levels rise, the thyroid becomes over-stimulated and this can cause an over-active thyroid. On hair analysis, a person in stage two would show elevated sodium and potassium with low levels of calcium and magnesuim, whilst calcium and copper are being lost in the urine. During adaptation you may be free of symptoms, and may even feel quite good due to high energy levels.
 
Many people are unaware that there is anything wrong, although they may experience trouble sleeping and a craving for carbohydrates (as they mop up stress hormone) and you may feel anxious and find yourself unable to cope with stress like you used to. Some people remain in this stage for a long time, and camouflage their underlying exhaustion with stimulants, which can take the form of coffee, tea choclate, exercise loud music, workaholism, addictive behaviours etc. This stage is a bit like having your foot on the accelerator with the wheels spinning, but actually going nowwhere.
 

Chronic Fatigue (CFS) & Burn Out: Have You Got The Minerals?

 

Stage 3 – Exhaustion                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
 
It takes a lot of energy to keep the body in stage two and it will eventually run out of steam and go into the exhaustion phase. It may be pushed into this phase by an extra stress our workload which simple tips it over the edge. In this stage, the body has exhausted its energy reserves and begins to break down. It goes into a catabolic state, which means that instead of repairing and regenerating tissues, it breaks them down to release energy and nutrients.
 
This can cause muscle wasting and accelerated ageing, and is when the fatique first starts to manifest. The body is unable to maintain the high levels of sodium and potassium and the ratio between these two minerals drops, with sodium lower then potassium. This is a sign of low vitality. In fact, if the sodium/potassium ratio drops below 2, you go into ‘burn out’, and this can be picked up on a hair test.
 
Burn out is not relieved by rest alone, but requires the correction of the abnormal mineral ratios and by enhancing energy production in the cells, and supporting the adrenals and thyroid. The body is now in a state of reduced energy production in every cell resulting in fatique, accompanied by under-function of the digestive and immune systems, and an inabilty to detoxify.
 
This too increases the stress on the body, with toxins accumulating, the liver becoming congested and copper becoming biounavailable, and itself becoming a toxin. This underlies nearly all cases of Chronic Fatique Syndrome and the misnamed M.E. It is also the process that results in vegetarianism, eating disorders, mental health problems etc. It can also cause electromagnestic sensitivity as copper is a good conductor of electricity, and the increased exposure to wi-fi and mobiles today can inhibit recovery.

 

Vicious Cycle        

The body finds itself no longer able to override the exhaustion by exercise or stimulates, and instead becomes locked in a vicious cylce of the stress creating an increased need for nutrients, but with the deficienices causing stress as well. Its become impossible to break the cycle without specialised treatment, designed to correct these basic metabolic imbalances.

As the body sinks into exhaustion connective tissue problems may develop like back and neck pain. There may be increased infections initally, as the immune system mobilises microbes to try to clear the toxins from the system, but as the immune system weakens there is less energy to do this. People in this stage often state that they dont get colds, flu’s etc, and mistakenly believe themselves to be healthy. This lack of reaction is a sign of low vitality.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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May. 3, 2012

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Don’t Believe The Hype – Fitness Lies!!

A popular magazine recently boasted the headline of “7 Lies Trainers Tell You.“ This quickly peaked my interest. Lies! Me? No way. I read the article and was not impressed. The “lies” were nothing but a bunch of fitness myths, nothing worth repeating and definitely nothing that I’ve told my clients.

Then I got thinking about all the lies that fitness magazines try to get us to believe, and realized that this was the real story to tell.

So here you have it – 7 Lies Fitness Magazines Tell You:

 

Dont Believe The Hype Fitness Lies!!

Lie #1: You need fancy diet foods or supplements to lose weight. Designer, brand name protein powders, bars and diet foods grace the glossy pages – looking gourmet and mouthwatering. And very expensive. The bold claims on these “foods” make them quite tempting, but keep your wallet in your pocket. Healthy weight loss is best gotten by eating a diet of wholesome, real foods.

•Eat real natural foods in their natural state, not expensive diet foods or products. 


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Lie #2: Body Transformations are simple. Eat less and move more. So many of the one-page success stories water-down the truth about what it takes to transform from ‘before’ to ‘after’. In order to showcase their reader’s successes, one hundred pound melt-downs are condensed to a few paragraphs which undoubtedly say “Suzy ate small meals and exercised 60 minutes 3 to 4 times per week.” I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but massive transformations take much more effort and laser-like focus than that.

•Don’t believe that massive body transformations are easy, expect to put in hard work and dedication.
Unjunk Junk Food Dont Believe The Hype Fitness Lies!!

Lie #3: You can still eat junk food and look like a cover model. By now I’m sure you’re seeing the trend of less-than-healthy advertisements peppered throughout your favorite fitness magazine. A common theme is to offer “healthy” versions of your favorite junk foods. While these lighter versions may very well be healthier than the originals, its still packaged junk that will slow your results.

•”Healthy” junk food is still junk, so choose wholesome, real foods instead.

 

Dont Believe The Hype Fitness Lies!!

Lie #4: You can get flat abs in just a couple of weeks. Catchy headlines sell magazines. Flat Abs in 3 Weeks! Get a Killer Core by Summer! Rock Hard Abs Fast! The truth is that real results take time. You didn’t pack on all those unwanted pounds in 3 weeks, so don’t expect to lose it in 3 weeks.

•Don’t believe headline-hype, real results take real time.


Dont Believe The Hype Fitness Lies!!

Lie #5: Pills will get you the results you want. Fat burning pills. Cleanse pills. Vitamin pills. Super Food pills. You name the pill and it’s probably on display in a pretty ad depicting fitness models with perfect physiques. Be wary of any bottle of pills with extraordinary claims.

•Results do not come in pill form, but by hard workouts and solid nutrition.

 

Dont Believe The Hype Fitness Lies!!

Lie #6: Don’t eat carbs, unless it’s carbs from our advertisers. On one page you’ll read about the horrors of carbohydrates and how cutting back will get you to effortlessly drop pounds. On the next you’ll see a super lean fitness model holding up a piece of whole wheat bread with a sassy smile. She eats this brand of bread, so you should too if you want to look like her. Which page do you believe?

•Carbohydrate intake must be controlled and are depended on so many variables: quality, quantity, timing and the individual.

 

Dont Believe The Hype Fitness Lies!!

Lie #7: You don’t need a trainer to achieve maximum results. A recurring theme in fitness magazines is the idea that you can do your body transformation on your own – no personal trainer needed. It’s a great theme for the magazine since it means you’ll keep buying the latest issue for your fitness advice. The truth is that people serious about achieve amazing transformations always seek out professional coaching to ensure their success.

•Real results are achieved with the guidance of a professional trainer. 

 

 

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Apr. 17, 2012

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How To Achieve Your Goals

If you’re not happy with your body then your workouts have lost focus.

What is your immediate goal?

If you don’t have a ready answer then chances are good that your motivation is low and it has resulted in a lack of results.

I know from firsthand experience that operating without a goal will get you nowhere. Sure, you may still be exercising regularly and eating mindfully but without that concrete goal your efforts will yield little results.

1. Setting your goal

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You want to be in “better shape” but that’s so vague. Dig deeper.

What specifically do you wish you had now that you don’t?

To drop 3 dress sizes.

To lose 2 inches of arm fat.

To melt 4 inches from your waist.

To be able to run 3 miles without stopping.

2. Define your timeline

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 Now that you’ve determined exactly what part of your body isn’t up to par, tie that goal in with a specific timeline. When you have a timeline to measure your progress against, you’ll find that achieving your goal becomes an easier process.

To drop 3 dress sizes by August 20th holiday.

To lose 2 inches of arm fat by October 13th wedding.

To melt 4 inches from your waist by July 7th pool party.

To be able to run 3 miles without stopping by June 16th local 5k run.

3. Name your prize

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It’s time to take your motivation to the next level. Now that your specific goal is set and your timeline is clearly defined, let’s add a prize that you’ll receive once you’ve accomplished your goal. This prize shouldn’t be anything related to your unhealthy habits – so no junk food or extra large meals. Make the prize an item that will reinforce your slimmer body, like a nice piece of clothing.

A couple new outfits for your August vacation.

A sleeveless dress for the October wedding.

A new swimsuit for your July pool party.

A new pair of running shoes for your June 5k.

4. Picture it

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You know what you want, when you want it by, and the reward you’ll get by achieving it. Now spend time picturing your end goal. Find a comfortable, quiet corner, close your eyes and see a mental movie – starring yourself – enjoying your reward with your new and improved body. Play your mental success movie several times throughout the day.

See yourself enjoying an afternoon of your hoilday, wearing your new clothes with confidence.

Imagine how you’ll feel walking down the aisle baring your toned arms.

See yourself lounging by the pool in your swimsuit, carefree and happy.

Imagine the feeling of accomplishment you’ll feel as you cross the finish line.

5. Recipe for success

SUCCESS How To Achieve Your Goals

The steps that you’ve taken above have prepared you to mentally take on the challenge of motivating yourself through this transformation process. All that remains is a solid exercise and nutrition plan to push you through to your new body.

This is where I come in.

Call or email today and I’ll get you started on a program that will make your goals a reality.

 

 

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Apr. 4, 2012

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Is Your Slow Metabolism To Blame?

You’re working out and eating well, but just can’t seem to lose weight. Could a slow metabolism be keeping you from your weight-loss goals? It just might.

What is your metabolism and what relationship does it have to weight gain? Can you speed up your metabolism to help your body burn more calories?

 

metabolism Is Your Slow Metabolism To Blame?

 

What is Metabolism?
The calories in your food or beverages combine with oxygen and create the energy necessary for your body to function. Metabolism is the complex, biochemical process in which your body takes what you eat and drink and converts it into energy. Your metabolism is constantly at work, even during rest and sleep when your body needs energy to breath, circulate blood, adjust hormones, repair cells, and grow new cells.

Your basal metabolic rate is the amount of calories it takes for your body to perform its basic functions. It affects how much energy your body needs to do its job and helps determine the number of calories you’ll burn each day. Many factors play a role in your basal metabolic rate.

The first is your body composition and size. Larger people and those with more muscle mass burn more calories even while resting. This means overweight people usually have a faster metabolic rate than their thinner peers.

The second factor affecting your metabolic rate is your sex. Men generally have more muscle and less fat and therefore burn more calories, giving them the advantage when it comes to metabolic rate.

Third, your metabolic rate changes with age. The older you are, the less muscle you’re likely to have. As a result, you burn calories slower.

Besides your basal metabolic rate, the amount of physical activity you get and the way your body digests and processes food determines how many calories you burn. While many factors go into your metabolism, the most variable is physical activity. However, exercise also makes the most difference in the number of calories you burn, so amp up your exercise and watch your metabolism rise as well.

Slow Metabolism = Weight Gain?
Contrary to popular belief, a slow metabolism rarely causes excess weight gain. While it would be easy to blame your weight on a slow metabolism, the most likely culprit behind those extra pounds is the amount of calories you consume versus the amount of calories you expend in physical activity. When you eat more calories than you expend, your body stores that away as fat.

Your metabolism is a natural process, and your body balances your metabolism to meet your individual energy needs. This is made clear when folks jump into a starvation diet. When you don’t eat, your body slows down the metabolizing processes to conserve calories and energy to survive.

You don’t have much control over your metabolism, but you can control the number of calories you burn during exercise. The more activity you perform, the more calories you burn.

You may think a thin person has a faster metabolism, but they’re usually just more active.

Having a slow metabolism is rare, and it usually doesn’t cause obesity. Medical conditions such as hypothyroidism and Cushing’s syndrome may slow metabolism and lead to weight gain. But for the most part, the factors that contribute to weight gain include consuming too many calories, genetics, family history, unhealthy habits such as too little sleep or not eating breakfast, and certain medications.

If you want to kick-start your metabolism then lift weights, perform target cardio and eat super healthy quality foods…..Easy!!!

 

 

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Mar. 8, 2012

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Achieving Greatness

Hi guys

I’ve just been going through my 3 month ‘To Do’ list and ticking off the goals ive achieved and reminding myself the goals i still want to reach.

Im right on track in achieving my short term goals.  My over goal in 2012 is to achieve ’GREATNESS’. Now before you start to judge and think im some kind of egostatic big head let me explain what i think achieving GREATNESS means to me -

Greatness is not Power, Wealth, Fame, Beauty, or Talent. William Arthur Ward describes it, “Greatness is not found in Possessions, Power, Position or Prestige. It is discovered in Goodness, Humility, Service and Character”.

In other words, it is becoming someone you admire. Not because of egoism, but because of the innate desire to be and do one’s best. Why not add greatness of character to our lives? For when we do so, we add value to them. And when we have value, our life has meaning.

I strongly believe achieving any level of success or GREATNESS starts with the wonderful ~3lb organ we have in our head: our brain. It all starts with our MIND!

Can I become good when I think I’m bad? Great when I think I’m small? Worthy when I think I’m worthless? No, I cannot because it is a law of life that action is preceded by thought. So, if I think I’m bad, I act that way, and vice versa.

‘Our self image, strongly held, essentially determines what we become’

How can anyone harness their potential to create the very best of  them? I recommend using the teachings of Dr. Maxwell Maltz in his legendary book

‘The New Psycho-Cybernetics’.

 The New Psycho Cybernetics Achieving Greatness

 

‘For imagination sets the goal picture which our automatic mechanism works on. We act, or fail to act, not because of will,

as is so commonly believed, but because of imagination’

 

Dr. Maltz created the original science of self improvement and success, so who better to turn to when you’re ready to take your life to another level. His teachings have stood the test of time.

1) Use Your Imagination
If you thought that imaginations were only valued in preschool, think again. One of the key points in ‘The New Psycho-Cybernetics’ is the technique of using your imagination to reprogram and manage your self image.

You may have been exposed to self improvement strategies that tell you to ‘act as if’ or to ‘fake it till you make it’.  Those typically don’t work because your self image is still the same.

According to Dr. Maltz, your self image is the key to changing your actions and habits. If you want to lose 50 pounds, you first have to think of yourself as someone 50 pounds lighter.

Spend time in your imagination. See yourself 50 pounds lighter. Experience a day in your life at this slimmed down size. Imagine everything down to the smallest detail.

According to Dr. Maltz, this imagination time will begin to change your self image to that of a person 50 pounds lighter, and your actions and habits will fall into place.

 so true Achieving Greatness

 

2) Reject Negative Thoughts
Negative thoughts will undoubtedly arise as you use your imagination to see your ideal self. “I’m not really going to lose 50 pounds.” “I’ve tried losing weight before and it never works. I’m always going to be overweight.” “This imagination stuff is bogus. It won’t work for me.”

Dr. Maltz says that the instant you receive a negative thought simply dismiss it. Don’t spend anytime on it at all.

The quicker that you dismiss negative thoughts, the less impact they will have on your self image. Also you’ll find that fewer and fewer negative thoughts arise once you get into the habit of dismissal.

3) Be Nostalgic For The Future
It’s so easy to be nostalgic for the past, especially when you only remember the good stuff. But what good does it do for you to wish for things that are long gone?

Dr. Maltz recommends developing nostalgia for the future.

In your imagination you’ve already lost the 50 pounds, so start pining for the future! Your self image will lock onto that picture and your nostalgic feelings will fuel the fire.

4) I’m The Kind Of Person That…
What kind of person are you?

  • I’m the kind of person that loves sweets.
  • I’m the kind of person that hates exercise.
  • I’m the kind of person that can’t lose weight.

OR

  • I’m the kind of person that eats fresh and healthy food.
  • I’m the kind of person that keeps fit.
  • I’m the kind of person that maintains an ideal body weight.Your self image will fulfill any label that you put on yourself. The power is all in your hands.
 
Spent time with your innerself, work on your mind, your self image. Take control of your health and your life. By doing this you will  inspire other’s to do the same,
and to me thats achieving GREATNESS!!
 
 
‘Realizing that our actions, feelings and behaviour are the result of our own images and beliefs gives us the level
that psychology has always needed for changing personality’  

 

 

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Feb. 19, 2012

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Excel PT-TV Episode 1

Excel PT – TV is finally launched. The Excel Team and myself will be bringing you weekly Health, Fitness, Nutrition and Training tips. Below you can watch episode 1: me taking a tour of excel hp.

 

 

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Feb. 12, 2012

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MMA STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

 

 

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Feb. 9, 2012

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Great Video

 

 

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Feb. 7, 2012

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Interview with Excel’s Paul ‘Abs’ Bennett

Next up to be interviewed from the Excel Team is Paul ‘Abs’ Bennett. Paul has been working at Excel for a few years now and has built up a very successful personal training business. Find out below Paul’s training philosophy and how he stay’s in great shape.
 
 
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 What is your background and have you always been in the fitness industry?
Since a young age i have always been interested in health and fitness, when i was 10 i trained in Judo and Karate and also represented my school at Basketball, Football and Athletics. 
 
After school i decided to study sports and exercise science where i was selected for the college basketball squad. I landed my first part time job in a gym during this time at one of the biggest bodybuilding gyms around, this increased my interest in weight training, nutrition and health. I qualified as a trainer with the world amateur bodybuilding association W.A.B.B.A and my career started from there.
 
I have worked in gyms, leisure centres and private health clubs ever since, and for over a decade now. I am qualified in Spinning, Core stability, Circuit training, Body Pump and i’m a Holistic Nutrition and Lifestyle Coach, i will continue to educate myself to become the best trainer i can be.
 
You did your own transformation last year, how did you get in such great shape?
Well its quite simple really, i devised a plan and i followed it through to the best of my ability! I trained 6 days a week, 3 days of resistance and 3 days of cardio, my weight training programme changed every 4 weeks to stimulate my body in different ways. The first four weeks was a full body compound routine,  the next four weeks i implemented a upper body/lower body split and the final four weeks i performed a split routine (Bodybuilding Style).
 
My diet was obviously also very important, i ate every 2-3 hours mainly lean protein from chicken, turkey or fish, i had vegetables at every meal and my carbohydrate intake changed from day to day depending on my body’s needs. Even though all of the above is very important i got in such amazing shape because my head was in the right place, i was so focus and determined to reach my goal that nothing was going to stop me. When your mind and body work together like that you can achieve great results!
 
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What do you believe are the main reasons you are a very successful personal trainer? 
I believe one of the main reasons is that i genuinely care about my clients and want them to reach there goals, i am very passionate about what i do and i believe this shines through in my sessions. 
 
I have been through my own transformation and truly understand what it takes to look a certain way, if you like i “Walk the Talk”, and everything i put my clients through or ask them to do i have already done and i’m living that way everyday. I give loads of energy that my clients feed off and in return i get a buzz from them, it just works!
 
 
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What is your life and training philosophy?
I would say my life philosophy is to enjoy every moment of life and live it to the fullest, to live the ‘present moment’ with zest and not worry about the past or future. I also want to improve the world, make a difference in peoples lives and leave a legacy behind me!
 
My Training philosophy is that training is very individual and its not one size fits all. You have to get your mind right first and the body will follow, you must enjoy it even though the journey may be a tough one, make the most of your time in the gym, make every rep count. its a LEAN system. Lifestyle, Exercise, Attitude and Nutrition you must have all these to succeed! 

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What are your goals for the future? 
I’m doing a job that i truly enjoy and makes me fulfilled and happy so i feel i’m on the right path. I will continue to educate myself so i can help even more people, i am in the process of developing a new training/lifestyle transformation system which will be launching soon to help my clients achieve even more amazing transformations.

I would love to compete in a bodybuilding show in the next few years so will be training hard towards that. I also want to do more television work, train a celebrity and get on the front cover of Men’s Health!
 

 
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Who motivates and inspires you  in your life?  
From a work point of view my clients motivate me because we are on a journey together and they are the reason i do what i do. Some of the people in the industry who motivate and inspire me are Paul Chek, Rob Riches, Charles Poliquin, Sean Croxton and the Excel Team i work with!
 
I look up to anybody who has the courage to follow their dreams and is striving to be a better person and make a positive change in the world.
 
 
 
 

 

 

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Jan. 30, 2012

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Why Die-ts Don’t Work

Hi Everyone.

The other day one of  my ubtb contestants said they couldn’t believe how much there was to this program.

my reply was….

“This wasn’t marketing hype, the program is the real deal!  There’s a reason why we named it ‘The Ultimate Body Transformation Blueprint’. This isn’t another one of those short lived low calorie    DIE-TS you are sold everyday”!!

 

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The truth is that you don’t have to be one of the millions of dieters who fail to reach their dieting goal. That’s what the Ultimate Transformation Blueprint Program is all about, educating you how to live, eat and train in a way that produces powerful, Transformation results.

Popular diets are designed to fail. I’m going to pull back the curtain and reveal the most effective way to lose weight permanently. So sit back, relax, and allow me reveal today’s popular diet myths…

 

Why Popular Diets Fail

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The claims sure are enticing. Lose twenty pounds in a week. Get the body of your dreams before beach season. Be the envy of all your friends. And just to show you that they’re serious; all the information is presented by a human Barbie doll. It’s gotta work, right?  Though popular diets come and go quicker than the turning of seasons, people are still pulled in like moths to a flame. Despite what the best-selling books and TV ads will tell you, there is no magic formula to getting the body of your dreams.

I agree that weight loss can be an overwhelming task, which only makes the popular diet programs that promise easy weight loss more tempting. The sad truth is that most often these fad diets result in regained pounds and in additional weight gained.  But first I want to clear something up….

Weight loss and Fat loss are two completely different objectives; the former is a matter of focusing on scale weight with no regard for what kind of weight (muscle water or fat) is being lost. The latter is about changing your diet and lifestyle as well as exercising smart to preserve muscle tissue whilst losing fat!

What does it take to achieve real fat loss that is safe and permanent? It takes two important steps:

1)    Creating healthy eating habits

2)    Exercising as a lifestyle

Unfortunately the popular diets do not address these two steps to permanent fat loss.

 Recognize Fad Diets and Weight Loss Gimmicks

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Does it make unrealistic claims? Look, I know you’d love to lose 10lbs of fat in a week, but that just isn’t realistic. It takes time, if you overdo it straight away you could cause more harm than good and end up over stressing your body and screwing up your metabolism long term, which will make it easier for you to regain the weight & fat after you return to your normal eating patterns.

Does it ask that you purchase special products? There are no chemically enhanced food items or gimmicks needed for weight loss. Simply eating natural wholesome foods in their natural state and combining the correct ratios of proteins, carbohydrates  & fats for the individual is key. Any program that expects you to give up healthy whole foods in exchange for manufactured ‘diet’ products simply will not work.

Does it eliminate certain foods or whole food groups? Any program that wants you to eliminate healthy food from your diet will set you up for failure and even risk your health. Your body requires an array of healthy foods; eliminating food groups causes you to lose out on nutrients that you need.

Does it include a strict plan to follow? Come on, we are humans, not robots. Who can really stick with a drastic diet schedule? If a program cannot be customized to fit your personal likes and dislikes as well as your schedule then you won’t stick with it.

Successful Eating Plans Include… 

An Exercise Plan: Sure, the idea of losing fat without breaking a sweat is appealing—but permanent fat loss will not happen without exercise. Think of it this way: to lose fat most effectively you burn it off rather than starve it off.

Whole Natural Foods: Eating plans that encourage eating natural whole foods are on the right track. Nothing is better for your body than what nature provides. You didn’t gain the fat by eating too many carrot sticks, right?  Fat is put on by eating processed and refined foods, so it makes sense that nature’s food will help you lose fat.

Change for Life: To make fat loss permanent, changes must be made for life and not just for a few weeks. Remember that you are changing your shape and your life permanently, so you’re eating plan must follow this model.

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Are You Headed for a Diet Disaster?

You may be one of the thousands who needs to lose a few pounds of fat.  But before you run up to the store and purchase your diet shakes and protein bars, you need to be aware of the dangers with diving right into dieting.

Crash diets may help you shift a few pounds in the short-term, but what you must realize is that most of the weight lost will be water & muscle weight, not fat weight! During a diet, you’re taking your calorie intake so incredibly low, your metabolism will actually slow down significantly in the process.

The body senses that starvation is taking place and in an effort to try and combat this, it’s going to slow every process occurring to try and conserve fuel and prevent your body from losing any weight further.

Then, when you finally go off the diet (however long you last on it), you’re going to instantly begin to put the weight you lost right back on as the body’s metabolism is now running so slowly that the food you consume is converted directly into body fat. What’s more is that during that crash diet you may have begun to lose some lean muscle mass as well, as your body turned to your muscles as a fuel source, so this now means that your metabolism will permanently be running slower than it should, which is going to set you up for weight gain long into the future.

So, those people who go on diets may be excited right from the start as they see the scale moving downwards and think that they’re right on track to huge success, but in reality, they’re moving so far in the opposite direction that they’re only going to suffer weight gain and a dysfunctional metabolism down the road because of it.

Here are some things that happen when you begin to diet to extremes. Your metabolism slows down.  Remember, your body is used to working on a certain amount of fuel.  That fuel might be in the form of carbs or calories.  If you suddenly stop giving your body that fuel, it will begin to feel sluggish.

 

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Leptin levels decrease.  Leptin is a hormone your body uses to regulate its weight.  When you gain weight your leptin level decreases.  When you try to lose weight again you may be overwhelmed by an increased intensity in food cravings caused by the lower levels of leptin.  This is why the first week of a diet is a critical time because these cravings may keep you from staying on your diet.

Lower levels of immunity. Anytime you shock your system it scrambles to adjust itself. During this time of transition your immune system is impaired making it harder for you to stay healthy.  Your body also has to fight harder to hold onto muscle tone, not something you want to lose while you’re dieting since the ultimate goal is to lose fat.

Decrease in testosterone levels.  When you cut calories drastically from your diet, your testosterone level declines.  Before you write this off because you’re a woman and not a man, keep in mind that both men and women have testosterone in their body.  Men do have more testosterone, however, women also need testosterone to support muscle growth.

Even if you don’t want to look like a bodybuilder, you don’t won’t to lose muscle tone when you’re trying to lose fat.  The ultimate goal is to get your body in the cycle of losing fat, not muscle. While you may want to lose weight / fat fast, you need to remember that that weight / fat you want to lose didn’t appear overnight.  It’s not going to disappear overnight either.

The Fat Loss & Transformation Solution

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Fat loss & a successful Body transformation is NOT only about calories in/calories out, excessive exercise or just willpower. The body is much more complexed, our internal environment – physiology play’s a major part in achieving a great healthy physique. You must factor in stress, toxicity & inflammation, hormonal balance, gut function, food choice & frequency of meals, recovery and quality of sleep.

As we touched upon earlier, when most people set the goal to lose weight and improve their bodies, they decide to begin by getting on a diet. They figure that if they cut down on their calories and cut out fat results will come. But as I’ve explained that approach just doesn’t work.  In order to achieve great fat loss results and make a complete body transformation, you need to take a much more holistic approach to it, using a proven system that works. The UBTB system :

•          Mind Set & Attitude

•          Goal Setting & Taking Action

•          Nutrition – Eating for results

•          Exercise – Resistance & Cardio

•          Transformation Lifestyle

Once you apply this system into your life you will take your health and physique to another level! You may have to come out of your comfort zone, but the return is well worth the hard work. It’s very simple, If you look after your body, treat it right and give it what it needs, it will thank you for it!

 

In Health,

 

 

Craig Maddocks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Jan. 9, 2012

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Jan. 8, 2012

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Get Disturbed And Transform Your Body!

Have you ever seen a really impressive “before” and “after” photo on a weight loss product?

Well, there’s something that the diet industry doesn’t want you to know. There is more involved than just the diet product!

Look into the eyes of any person in their “before” picture and you’ll see that they are deeply unhappy and disturbed. The body they have is no longer in sync with the body they are able to accept. They changed the body that they accept, and became disturbed. Now look into their eyes in the “after” picture – see the sweet satisfaction? They now live in the body that they decided they could accept. What an amazing feeling that is.

 

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Why are you still living life in your “before” body? Sure, you have obstacles that get in your way – your schedule, your job, your kids, the weather…but ultimately you have the body that you accept.

You may not realize it, but you already have everything you need to transform your body, and it all starts with taking responsibility for the body that you have today. You are in your current shape because, until this moment, you’ve been OK with it. Oh I know you aren’t thrilled with it, and you even talk about losing weight and getting fit – but you haven’t changed what you’ll accept.

Here’s how to transform your body in 3 steps:

Step One: Feel Disturbed

It has been said that emotion creates motion. This is essential when it comes to personal transformation. Just like those people in the “before” pictures, to transform your body you must first decide that you can’t live another day in the body you currently have.

Get your emotions stirred up. Make a list of all the reasons that you’re ready to lose weight and get fit. Get disturbed!

Step Two: Decide What You Want

Without clarity you’ll never get where you want to go. Now that you’re disturbed with the body you have, decide what the body you can accept looks like. Think in concrete and specific terms. Just like the captions under ‘before” and “after” pictures – “Shannon lost 50 lbs,” “Matt lost 8 inches from his waist,” “Catherine went from a size 20 to a size 4.” Get a clear picture in your mind of what you’ll look like in your “after” picture and decide what the caption will read.

Step Three: Take Action

The time spent between your inspiration and taking action determines whether you will succeed or fail. Don’t allow yourself to get stuck between inspiration and action – there is always something that you can do immediately.

Take action and go to www.ubtb.co.uk and get in the best shape of your life! I am here to take you from your “before” picture to your “after” picture. What will your “after” caption read?

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Achieving Your Goals in 2012. Do this , Not That…

2012 Achieving Your Goals in 2012. Do this , Not That...

Hi all,

Hope you had a great Christmas and New Year. I really enjoyed spending it with my family and friends, we had alot of fun but it was good to get back to a little normality, I like keeping busy and having structure in my life.

Its been along time since my last blog, to long!  I had a crazy December with Excel’s Body Transformation Competition coming to an end, which was such a great success, with so many amazing transformations. Soon as that finished i started thinking about what’s next, what am i going to do know. its crazy really because im flat out with my two businesses Excelhp Gym and Southend Fitbody Bootcamp but i cant stop, i never stop thinking ahead, I feel there’s so much more i want to do, achieve and this is what this blog is all about…

Achieving your Goals & Dreams in 2012!

 

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You have a clean slate to become who you want and accomplish what you want in the year ahead. But did you know 92% of all New Year’s Resolutions will end in failure, the reality is that many people fail because they set too many unrealistic goals and they bite off more than they can chew.

In all the excitement of becoming a better person and transforming their life in the New Year, they make the crucial mistake of committing too much. But reality soon sets in and they give up.

Remember that the whole point of making a New Year’s Resolution is to become a healthier, happier and more successful person. Small changes done consistently will make a big difference. Set realistic goals that are specific, measurable, with a timeline and deadline.

 

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Find your reason ‘Why’ and decide what you want. Once you have your plan and goals in place and your mind set is where it needs to be then it’s time to take action, apply yourself and be consistent.

The following 5 successful techniques (Do This) and 5 unsuccessful techniques (Not That) are from Wiseman’s book, 59 Seconds Change Your Life in Under a Minute.

Do This: Make a Step-by-Step Plan.

If you are serious about achieving your goal, then you need to create a step-by-step plan on how to do it.

Successful goal-achievers break down their overall goal into sub-goals. Each sub-goal needs to be concrete, measurable and time-based.

Not That: Motivate yourself by focusing on someone that you admire. – Studies show that focusing on someone you admire is not a strong enough motivator to see you through your goal.

Do This: Tell Other People About Your Goal.

How badly do you want to achieve your goal? If you want it bad enough, you’ll tell your friends and family.

This technique works on two levels. First, you’ve put yourself on the spot by letting the world in on your goal, so it’s all-eyes-on-you. Failure would be public. Second, your friends and family are there to offer support and encouragement. Don’t underestimate the psychological power of having someone in your corner.

Not That: Think about the bad things - When you focus on the negative it becomes your reality.

Do This: Focus on the Good Things When Achieving Your Goal.

Remind yourself of the benefits associated with achieving your goal. Make a checklist of how life will be better once you have achieved your aim. This gets your focus on a positive future, one that’s worth the effort.

Not That: Try to suppress unhelpful thoughts. -  Rather than trying to erase that image of chocolate cake from your mind, learn to deal with the reality of temptation head-on.

Do This: Reward Your Progress.

Studies show that attaching rewards to each of your sub-goals encourages success. Your rewards should never conflict with your major goal. When aiming to lose weight, never use food as a reward.

Not That: Rely on willpower  – Willpower alone rarely gets anyone to their goal.

Do This: Record Your Progress.

Make your plans, progress, benefits and rewards concrete by expressing them in writing.  Use a hand-written journal, your computer or a bulletin board to chart your progress. This process is priceless for maintaining motivation.

Not That: Fantasize about life after achieving your goal. –  Daydreaming is fun, but simply fantasizing about your new life will not make it a reality.

 

finally do this daily..

Beingness - Visualise what you want to DO or HAVE

Doingness – See yourself in action & taking the steps needed

Havingness – Attach e – motion to doing /  achieving it and have attitude with gratitude always!!

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Dec. 14, 2011

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Excel Health & Performance & Ultimate Body Transformation 2011

 

 

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Ultimate Body Transformation Latest…

It’s been a while since my last blog post, so i thought i’ll post a quick update about what’s going on in my life right now.

I have to say the past 12 weeks has to be one of the most busiest time’s in my life.gt Ultimate Body Transformation Latest...

It’s coming up to the end of my Ultimate Body Transformation Contest where 125 people including myself have taking part in my nutrition, lifestyle, exercise program. It has been a massive success and become so much more then a contest. We still have over 100 contestants following the program which is just an amazing retention rate.

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It has been quite mentally, emotionally and physically challenging for me but the most rewarding experiences i’ve been involved in at the same time. From ongoing support, advice, motivation through one to ones, emails, forum, speed coaching, to monitoring everyone’s progress, it has kept me pretty busy. I’m very grateful to have such a great team of coaches and trainers around to help support me. I wouldn’t have been able to do this without them!

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weight gain 520x3701 150x150 Ultimate Body Transformation Latest...To be honest, i dread saturday mornings at the moment as this is the contestants weekly stats. Are they going to be good or bad results? have they lost bodyweight, fat mass, gained any muscle? do they still feel healthy and staying hydrated? and if not why? if they’ve been following the my program 100%?….. pressure!!! 

It has been a roll coaster at times with peoples stats, one week there great, they have a big smile on their face’s and skip out the gym, the following week there not good and they look at me like they want to kill me. The energies can change within a second. 

 

 I’m not moaning, i wouldn’t change this experience for anything. Yes, it’s challenged me but i love the challenge, i want to know why someone’s gains are better than an another person even though they maybe eating and training better. It makes me research and study more, so i find the answers!! I’ve learnt so much more about the body, how individual we all are, and how we can respond to training, eating and stress so differently to one another.shutterstock juggling1 150x150 Ultimate Body Transformation Latest...

 

I’ve read lots of books on anatomy, physiology, exercise, nutrition, stress, the best way to train and eat over the past 12 years, but there’s nothing in these books that can teach you what i’ve learnt over the past 12 weeks watching and listening to real people in these modern times juggling busy life’s… family’s, job, stress and all trying to better themselves mentally, emotionally and physically, so they look, feel and function better than they ever have. Nothing is more valuable then this for me.

 

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 i’ve been eating the most healthiest i ever have, trained the most consistent and hardest i’ve ever trained and im very happy how i’m looking 2 weeks from my after photos.  Below are my photos at 4 and 10 weeks. i will be posting my final after photos on here in a few weeks along with videos, articles about my transformation journey, my training and nutrition plan and more importantly my contestants results, before & after photos etc.

Week 4:

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Oct. 19, 2011

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5 Easy Ways to Drop 5 Pounds

I’d like to share five simple strategies with you for shedding five pounds of fat before the holidays

 But first let me clear something up. Weight loss can be put into two categories.

  • The first is a fully concentrated effort. This is where you dedicate yourself to counting every calorie and slaving away in the gym. The pounds come off, but once you relax the regimen your weight goes right back to where it was.     
  • The second is a combination of simple lifestyle changes. This is where you change a few key factors about what you eat and how you exercise, without making it a fulltime job. This type of weight loss is gradual and permanent, since you are able to maintain it long term.

 

The five simple strategies below all fall into the lifestyle change category. These strategies may seem ridiculously simple, but do them over an extended period of time and you will see amazing, permanent results.

 

no diet soda11 5 Easy Ways to Drop 5 PoundsStrategy #1: Ditch Your Diet Soda
There are lots of Studies which link diet soda to weight gain. Researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio concluded that those who drank two or more diet soft drinks a day had the largest waistline increases—about five times more than that of non-drinkers. They stated, “Data from this and other prospective studies suggest that the promotion of diet sodas as healthy alternatives may be ill-advised: they may be free of calories, but not of consequences.”

Bottom line: Artificial sweeteners are addictive, lead to waistline increases, and cause you to crave sugary foods. By cutting diet soda out of your daily routine, and replacing it with water, you will lose inches and pounds—effortlessly.

 

 

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Move over bread, lettuce is better. It’s time to re-define your sandwich. While bread has tradition on its side, lettuce wraps offer you weight loss and increased energy. Try the Tasty Tuna Lettuce Wraps recipe.

Bottom line: Eating bread and other starchy foods always leads to extra pounds, so change your ways. Swap your sandwich bread for lettuce for 30 days and see how much you will effortlessly lose. I bet you’ll feel more energetic after lunch too.

 

 

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Doing slow cardio will not give you results.  In order to really make your workout effective, you need to turn up the intensity. If you love the treadmill, then do a series of sprints throughout your workout. If you’re a swimmer, then push yourself extra hard every other lap.

Bottom line: Doing slow, easy cardio will not give you the streamline body you want. Only intense intervals will do that for you. Pepper your workout with bouts of intense cardio and watch as the fat starts to disappear.

 

 

nosugar11 5 Easy Ways to Drop 5 PoundsStrategy #4: Avoid Sugar 99% Of The Time
Sugar will cause you to gain weight every single time. There’s really no way around that simple truth. Sugar is standing between you and your perfect body. If you’re serious about looking and feeling great, then understand that sugar has no place in your diet.

Bottom line: If you avoid sugar 99% of the time, then you will be on your way to a lean and energetic body. If it’s your birthday or a special holiday, then partake in a small amount of sugar, but make that the exception and not the rule.

 

 

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When I design your workouts, you know it will be good. People who work with a personal trainer get better results than those who attempt to do it on their own. Just look at my clients and their amazing transformations, and you’ll see what I mean. Each workout will push you to your limits, challenge your body and deliver the results you’re looking for.

Bottom line: All of my clients expect to get the best workout of their lives each and every time when they train with me, and my job is to over-deliver.

 

 

 

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Oct. 3, 2011

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What You Can Learn From Cavemen

primal blue 231x300 What You Can Learn From CavemenHow would you like to be naturally lean, muscular and energetic? To effortlessly maintain a low body fat, rippling muscles and picturesque health? Mark Sisson, an athlete, coach, and student on a lifelong quest for exceptional health, happiness, and peak performance (his words), penned the book, “The Primal Blueprint” to show you how to do just that. At 55, he weighs 165 pounds with 8 percent body fat, eats as much food as he pleases, and rarely gets sick. He also says he’s healthier, fitter, happier and more productive than ever.

So what is Mark’s secret? In his words, “Modeling your 21st-century life after our primal hunter-gather ancestors will help you greatly reduce or eliminate almost all of the disease risk factors that you may falsely blame on genes you inherited from your parents Weight loss does not have to involve the suffering, sacrifice, and deprivation we’ve been conditioned to accept but instead is a matter of eating the right foods (plants and animals), avoiding the wrong foods (processed carbs—including grains—and trans and partially hydrogenated fats), and exercising strategically, for far fewer hours than you might assume, to reach your desired fitness goals.” mark sissions 300x225 What You Can Learn From Cavemen

Here are The Ten Primal Blueprint Laws:

Law #1: Eat Lots of Plants and Animals The bulk of the caveman diet is animal protein (organic, free-range, or wild sources of meat, fowl, and fish), a plethora of colorful veggies and fruits, and healthy fats (nuts, seeds, their derivative butters, certain oils, and avocados).

Law #2: Avoid Poisonous Things For the caveman this meant staying away from poisonous plants. For you this means staying away from sugars, sodas, chemically altered fats, processed, packaged, fried and preserved foods. It also means cutting out grains.

Law #3: Move Frequently at a Slow Pace The caveman spent several hours each day moving around at a low-level aerobic pace. This helped develop strong bones, joints, and connective tissue.

Law #4: Lift Heavy Things Frequent bursts of intense physical effort were a daily part of the caveman’s life. Biochemical signals would be triggered that prompted improvements and adaptations in muscle tone, size and power.

Law #5: Sprint Once in a While For the caveman a fast sprint meant the difference between being eaten and staying alive. Little did he know that those sprints were helping to increase his energy levels, improve athletic performance and minimize the effects of aging by promoting the release of testosterone and human growth hormone.

Law #6: Get Adequate Sleep The rising and setting of the sun dictated the length of the caveman’s day. For us things are a bit trickier. Adequate sleep helps the immune system work optimally, and promotes the release of hormones that enhance brain and endocrine function.

Law #7: Play Without a TV or computer to entertain himself, the caveman would engage in hours of leisurely outdoor play. Relaxed play releases endorphins and provides a balance for mental stress.

Law #8: Get Adequate Sunlight It’s impossible to obtain adequate vitamin D from diet alone. Getting regular sun exposure allows for proper vitamin D production, critical for healthy cell function.

Law #9: Avoid Stupid Mistakes Observation and self-preservation were key factors in the survival of a caveman. Today’s world is full of distractions that leave us oblivious and careless. Take, for example, texting while driving.

Law #10: Use Your Brain The human brain separates us from the animals. Intellectual stimulation is an important part of healthy brain function.

Food pyramid primal What You Can Learn From CavemenRave Reviews: Despite its stringent requirements, the caveman diet is converting new followers by the boatload. Most people report losing 10 or more pounds in their first month and that they no longer feel bloated and sleepy after meals.

Should You Jump on the Primal Bandwagon? Personally i really like this book and im a big fan of mark sissons work. The advice Mark recommends is very similar to the advice ive been giving my clients for a number of years now. Though the caveman diet has been proven to promote weight loss, times have changed. Could you really practice all of the Primal Laws while maintaining your modern life? This all depends on the person, ive had clients stick to the caveman diet and achieve great results, but ive also had a lot of clients who just couldn’t commit to it long term.

This is where i would adapt a clients nutrition program a little, so it doesn’t require drastic change and can fit into their lifestyle. This may include some kind of gluten free grains and the odd treat here or there. I believe you have to find what works for the client and is sustainable. Below are 3 bits of advice from the caveman diet that i recommend and will promote weight loss, decrease your risk of disease and will get you looking and feeling great.

1. Make Plants and Animals the Focus of Your Diet: This will quickly lead to weight loss and increased energy. Don’t be so hard on yourself that everything you put in your mouth has to be caveman approved – but make it the majority of your diet.

2. Cut Out Processed Food: The simplest way to promote weight loss and to encourage good health is to eliminate processed foods from your diet. When you replace processed foods with fresh produce your results will be immediate. Not only will you feel healthier, you will have more energy than you’ll know what to do with! * Want to eat a Caveman approved dinner? 

3. Exercise: Since you will need an outlet for all that extra energy, acquire a new hobby—one that gets you moving. Have you ever met a lazy caveman? Of course not. (And this is not just because you were born a few centuries too late!) Cavemen were forced to be active in order to survive. Hunt dinner. Build a fire. Move a fallen tree. Create shelter. You get the idea If you want a lean, muscular body then exercise must become a part of your daily life.

The Whole Grain Debate

Mark, and other caveman diet experts, believe that grains contain a protein that is unfamiliar to our biology, making it inappropriate for human consumption. This flies indiet caveman What You Can Learn From Cavemen the face of everything we have been taught about the essential need for whole grains as a staple in our modern diet.

My advice: Do what a true caveman would do – decide for yourself. Take 30 days away from grains and see how you feel. If you are losing weight and gaining energy then stick with it.

 

 

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Sep. 21, 2011

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Ultimate Body Transformation Solution – So Much More Then A Diet!

Hi guys hope you’re happy and healthy icon smile Ultimate Body Transformation Solution So Much More Then A Diet!

It’s now the 16th day of my 12 week Ultimate Body Transformation Contest where 120 contestants (including myself) are following my new ‘Ultimate Body Transformation Solution’ – 5 Pillar Success Solution:

    • Mind Set
    • Goal Setting
    • Nutrition
    • Exercise
    • Lifestyle                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

gt 225x300 Ultimate Body Transformation Solution So Much More Then A Diet!My new program gives contestants all the information & tools they need to create a lean, strong, healthy body and get in the best shape of their life’s.

This program is not a quick fix diet, it’s a lifestyle change! Throughout my new book I illustrate why the importance of building health from the inside out using an overall holistic lifestyle approach is the key to looking great on the outside!

A Sustainable body transformation doesn’t happen by magic – Eating healthy natural wholesome foods, training hard but smart and implementing the correct lifestyle modifications is essential to achieving a toned, strong, healthy, functional body. But it does involve taking responsibility for yourself, having a plan, taking action, and being Consistent and Patient!

When most people set the goal to improve their bodies, they decide to begin by getting on a diet and exercise program. They figure that if they make some simple changes to their dietary habits and start exercising regularly, results will come.

But, as they do this, they’re really only looking at half the equation.

In order to achieve success and make a complete body transformation, you need to take a much more holistic approach, using a proven system that works. The system is:

  • Mind Set & Attitude
  • Goal Setting & Taking Action
  • Nutrition – You Are What You Eat
  • Exercise – Resistance & Cardio
  • Transformation Lifestyle

Once you apply this 5 pillar success formula into your life you will take your health and physique to another level! You may have to come out of your comfort zone, but the return is well worth the hard work.

We kick started the contest with our fit Mind-Fit Body Seminar which really did get our contestants pumped and fired up for the next 12 weeks!!

I believe your Mind Set and Attitude are very powerful tools. Whatever your goals, you must realise that having the right mind set, believing in yourself, having positive Thoughts and being able to handle your Emotions and State will play a huge part in your transformation success. This is where Baiju Solanki comes in, He’s an expert in this field and has helped me in my personal and professional career.

P1020163 300x225 Ultimate Body Transformation Solution So Much More Then A Diet!Baiju Solanki http://www.baijusolanki.com/ speaker trainer and performance coach ran the seminar which focused on mind set and attitude. Baiju went through tools and techniques that the contestants can all use when they come up against challenges over the 12 week program.

People often start off with lots of enthusiasm and the will to succeed but history shows that after a few weeks life gets in the way and you start finding excuses why not to finish a program. The key aspect dealing with your mind set is understanding your emotions, as when you deal with your emotions you perform better and thus get better results.

Baiju Also spoke in great detail about..

  • How to get from I can’t to I can, and what emotions facilitate this
  • How to set goals with PURPOSE 
  • The results focused triad  

I also spoke and answered questions about Nutrition. I explained to everyone that this is not a sprint and it takes time to build true health and everyone is different on the inside (hormones, metabolism, biochemistry) as much as we look on the outside and rate of progress will differ from one to the next. You have to take into account gender, body type, internal environment, mental, emotional and physical stress levels.

ME S 300x225 Ultimate Body Transformation Solution So Much More Then A Diet!I warned all the contestants that Initially most of them will be going through an Adaptation – Detoxification phase which can last up to 4 weeks. They may not see to many changes on the outside – bodyweight/bodyfat %/muscle tone – straight away.  If someone’s diet has been mainly sugar, grains, wheat, dairy, alcohol , processed food for a long time there will be a lot of stress, toxicity, and inflammation in the body.

Once you start to cut these down or out of you nutrition plan you may get a lot of cravings and symptoms i.e. headaches, sickness, low energy, gut issues etc which can be very off putting, but you have to get through this and let the body adjust and rebalance. You don’t want to feed your addictions! You’re be going through a big detox, metabolic transitioning -balancing of the blood sugar levels etc and its vital to be as clean as you can. giving your organs (liver, colon) and the body all the help it can!

I told them to keep focus on their End Goals always. The lean muscle tissue will build and the fat will burn all in good time. The last 6 weeks your see a lot more results from the outside then the first 4 – 6 weeks!

I see so many people start a new diet and exercise program and expect to see results almost instantaneously. They want everything right now. But to truly create body balance and strip away the body fat, you have to put the work in; it will not come straight away. Just like you didn’t gain that 20lbs overnight, you simply cannot expect to transform the way you look and feel overnight either.

If you lose sight of your goals after a few weeks because your weight its dropping, the chances of succeeding will be slim to none.

Patience is a big characteristic that everyone needs to have because without it, you’ll constantly be falling off the workout bandwagon and yo-yoing on and off your nutrition plan. The sooner you can accept that it will take some work and time for you to reach your goals, the sooner you will find yourself on the path to success.

Throughout the weeks i will be posting updates/videos on my twitter & blog on how all the contestants are progressing. I will also be keeping you up to date on my own transformation: what I’m eating, how my training is going and the challenges I’m facing while I’m trying to get in the best shape of my life. So keep posted !

 

Committed to your health & fitness

 

Craig Maddocks

 

 

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Sep. 7, 2011

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Wanna Be Healthier? Eat This Super Fruit…

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Blueberries

It seems a new fad diet hits the market every day. Sometimes, these fads take the world by storm, as people are anxious to cash in on the promises that such diets make. Eventually, these fad diets go the way of all fads and make room for the next fad to come along and take over the constant dieter’s imagination.

But truly health-conscious people realize that good health doesn’t come and go like fads. It’s a lifestyle that requires vigilance and dedication. If you’re beyond fads and are interested in adding another burst of good health to your life, it may be time to add some Blueberries to your meals and snacks.

Besides being able to fit a dozen of them in your hand for a snack, blueberries offer an array of health benefits. They are filled with fiber, vitamins (vitamins B, C, and K to name a few), minerals (iodine, manganese, and folate, among others).

Blueberries are the ultimate memory food. A recent study showed that blueberries dramatically slowed impairments in motor coordination and memory that are the usual accompaniments of ageing. They contain compounds called anthocyanin that are antioxidants and anti-inflammatory, which will help battle against Heart diease, diabetes, parkinson’s and arthritis. 

Blueberries are the highest-scoring fruit of all time!

Believe it or not, there are more reasons to put blueberries higher on your priority list. Because not only are they tasty and super healthy, they’re also low in calories, so by eating plenty of them you add nothing but great nutrition to your body!

Blueberry Wanna Be Healthier? Eat This Super Fruit...Eating blueberries first thing in the morning is a great way to give your body a boost for the day. I regularly add a handful of blueberries to my breakfast protein smoothie, or post work out recovery drink.  Frozen blueberries to a organic natural yogurt taste great as well.

You may not think that salads are the most exciting food, but added blueberries can change that. 

If  you need something to keep your hunger at bay between meals then leave the chocolate bars and crisps on the shelf and go with a handful of nuts & blueberries instead, for a perfect snack.

 

 

 

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