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The Hype Surrounding "Pink Magic"

For those of you who follow the world of supplements religiously (like I'm sure a lot of you do) you would have definitely heard of USPlabs new supplement that is to be released in a little less then a week. It is possibly the most hyped supplement of all-time.  Unfortunately there is not much information available about it right now. It seems USPlabs is determined to keep it a secret for atleast a little bit longer. Here is the information I have about it.

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Mark Rippetoe's Starting Strength


A simple workout program for beginners. Post in this thread if you have any questions to ask, and I'll be happy to help.

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A dangerous weight loss method

By George Guerin

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Today, I stumbled on Mike Hanley's post from The Training Studio in Morganville, New Jersey about how people can cut weight quickly by using the dangerous method of exercising in Scuba Suits. Unfortunately, according to MIke Hanley's post, this method ended tragically for a young Marine recruit who was involved in this weight loss nonsense.

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Ain't no weight to the Shake Weight

By George Guerin

The Shake Weight is yet another exercise device that has been created out of pure quackery. Someone should call the cops on the developers of this crazy dumbbell because they are clearly robbing their clients. Needless to say, I have a few choice opinions about this nonsensical invention.

 

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The accuracy of calorie counters

By George Guerin

It seems that every piece of cardio-equipment, heart rate monitor and now even smart phones have calorie counters. Thank you to Men's Health for the article "How Accurate are Calorie Counters?"

 

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Allure Magazine’s diet tips from Emmanuelle Chriqui and other naked celebrities

By George Guerin

 

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Oh yeah, next month’s Allure magazine features Kara Dioguardi, Regina Hall, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Jessica Capshaw, Colbie Caillat and Catherine Zeta Jones all in the buff. Not only are we going to see the bodies on these goddesses but we’re also going to learn what it takes to look like them. I hope they’re honest because I might have to spread the word if there is anything noteworthy.

Regarding their health and fitness, what we know so far is this:

Kara Dioguardi: "Back then I was a size 6 or 8; now I'm more like a size 2. Food is not what I use to anesthetize myself anymore." Kara states she didn’t work out like a maniac or consume salt before the photo shoot; "I can really retain water," she says. Thanks Kara, I agree we shouldn't use food to anesthetize ourselves.

Kara Dioguardi: "Back then I was a size 6 or 8; now I'm more like a size 2. Food is not what I use to anesthetize myself anymore." Kara states she didn’t work out like a maniac or consume salt before the photo shoot; "I can really retain water," she says. Thanks Kara, I agree we shouldn't use food to anesthetize ourselves.

Regina Hall: "I've been doing Ashtanga five days a week since the beginning of January. Next year, nothing is going to look any better or stand any higher!" By the way, she also mentioned she ate a candy bar on the way to the shoot. I guess she bought into that Snickers satisfies everyone ad campaign.

Emmanuelle Chriqui says this "Some women want bigger breasts," says the Entourage actress. "But [I wish] I could have had a dancer's body. I sometimes wear plunging necklines because they make me feel smaller." I agree, nothing turns heads more in a gym than a dancer’s body (sorry meatheads).

Stay tuned for more health and fitness tips from these divas after the April 20th Allure magazine hits newsstands.


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Golf Exercises Part 3: Stability and Balance

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Golf exercises Part 3: stability and balance

By George Guerin

April 15, 2010, 5:11AM

Adam Write M. ED., CSCS, founder of Mercer County's Arete Sports Performance recommends the following golf exercises and balance test. Adam is a certified Titleist Fitness Golf Instructor. Since your here, be sure to check out golf exercises part 1 and part 2.

Proper balance is an essential element of any efficient golf swing. If a golfer does not have a stable platform, players will lose power, efficiency and risk potential injury. One simple way to test the balance system, which incorporates three internal control systems (the eyes, ears and nervous system), is the single leg balance test. This is a test that measures the golfer’s overall balance and acts to highlight any proprioceptive problems, as well as general core stability. Titleist Performance Institute golf balance test: balance on single leg with eyes closedconsiders 25 seconds normal; thus, stop after 25 seconds.

golf balance test: balance on single leg with eyes closed

1. Stand tall with arms by sides.
2. Elevate one leg until your thigh is parallel to the ground.
3. Once stable, close your eyes and have a partner time how long you are able to maintain balance.
4. Record your time and repeat on other side.
5. Try to remain erect, without any sensory input from the eyes.
6. Stop the test for any swaying movements or foot repositioning.


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golf balance progression: lift leg behind you, work up to closing your eyes
If you fail the test, try the following balance progressions 3 times per week throughout the season:

1. Single leg balance: golf stance
a. Get into golf posture and lift one leg behind you.
b. Start with eyes open and then progress to eyes closed.
c. Try to balance for up to 25 seconds and repeat on other leg.

2. Single leg balance: golf stance with small base
a. Get into the golf posture and lift one leg behind you.
b. Once stable, elevate the heel off the ground so that you balance on the ball of the foot.
c. Begin with eyes open and progress to eye closed.
d. Try to balance for up to 25 seconds and repeat on other leg.


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single leg balance on airex pad

3. Single leg balance: golf stance with torso rotation
a. Get into golf posture and lift one leg behind you.
b. Cross arms over the chest.
c. Attempt to rotate the torso back and forth for up to 25 seconds, without moving the lower body.
d. Repeat on other side.

If these get easy, start over with the first exercise, but stand on an unstable surface, for example an Airex Pad. There are always ways to progress an exercise so make sure that you are continuing progressions once exercises begin to get easier.

 

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Frankie Edgar wins the UFC lightweight championship: MMA Workouts

By George Guerin

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With Toms River native Frankie Edgar bringing the UFC lightweight title to NJ last weekend, I figure what better time to write about Mixed Martial Arts workouts than now? This, combined with Alexia Kraus’s persistent MMA submissions to my desk, has motivated me to suggest a few MMA exercises. Please note: MMA workouts are not for the faint of heart, but if you are trying to get yourself in killer shape, MMA workouts truly are the way to go.

Try adding the two exercises below into your workout routine for an exciting (and intense) twist: 1. Heavy Bag Flip: Not only does this exercise help to build a fighter's entire body but it also helps them hone in on power that is needed to outperform in the ring. This simple yet tough exercise works the core, upper and lower body.

 

2. Climbing Rope: By using the weight of your body against you, MMA fighters are able to build endurance by decreasing the time it takes to reach the top of the rope. The average person probably hasn't climbed ropes since grade school gym class but if done properly, the workout is both challenging and fun. The following video is a great way to start rope climbing.

 

The above exercises may seem difficult to the average person; however, there are progressions to work up to such advanced exercises as these. Also, it's important to look good and train in proper equipment while performing your favorite MMA workouts.

By adding extreme aspects of the MMA fighter routine into your workout 2 or 3 times a week, a higher level of endurance and strength may be achieved. Although your ultimate goal may not be jumping into the fighting cage anytime soon, it will meet the always desireable goal of making your workout much more effective.

 

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Golf Exercises to Improve Your Game (Parts 1 & 2)

By George Guerin

April 01, 2010, 7:00AM

With the start of April comes the start of the golf season in NJ. A proper exercise program will certainly improve every aspect of your game. Before we go into exercises that are designed to hit the ball with more club speed and accuracy, let's first talk about corrective exercises. Before we tackle the many issues it takes to be a successful golfer, it's important to insure that the golfer maintains proper spinal mobility and pelvic stability.

Adam Wright M. ED., CSCS, is a certified Titleist Fitness Golf Instructor and founder of Arete Fitness and Performance Training Inc, suggests these three corrective exercises: 
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Half-kneeling chop with rotation
A cable machine with a triceps rope are needed to perform this exercise (you can also use rubber tubing). 
1. Get into a half-kneeling position with the down knee away from the machine or the door on which the tube is attached. 
2. Attach the tubing to the high hinge or set the pulley to the high position. 
3. Grab the rope with both hands and perform a chop diagonally across the body keeping the hands close to the chest throughout the movement. 
4. Allow the shoulders to rotate during the chop but not the lower body. 

 

 

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Half-kneeling lift with rotation
A cable machine and triceps rope are needed for this exercise (you can also use rubber tubing). 
1. Get into a half kneeling position with the down knee closest to the machine or the door on which the tube is attached. 
2. Attach the tubing to the low hinge or set the pulley to the low position. 
3. Grip the rope with both hands and keep your posture as tall as possible. 
4. Perform a lift diagonally up and across the body keeping the hands and the rope close to the chest throughout the movement. 
5. Allow the shoulders to rotate during the lift but not the lower body. 

 

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Lunge with trunk turns
1. Step into a straight-line lunge position with hands linked behind head. 
2. Rotate the shoulders in the direction of the forward leg. 
3. Allow the shoulders to rotate during the lunge, but not the lower body.


With the 2010 Masters Tournament in full swing (no pun intended), what better motivation to work on your golf game. Here's the 411 according to Adam Wright M. ED., CSCS. Adam is a certified Titleist Fitness Golf Instructor and founder of Mercer County's Arete Fitness and Performance Training Inc.

"Pre-hab" Exercises address some of the imbalances seen in the C-posture of many golfers (technically referred to as Upper Crossed Syndrome). Functionally, a lack of shoulder flexion and scapular motion issues lead to various swing faults. For example: loss of posture, reverse spine angle and over-the-top. The following are exercises to combat the above-identified issues:

T'sY'sL's.JPGGolf Exercise 1: The Y portion of the T,Y,L,W1. T's Y's L's W's - Perform 2-3 sets, 1 repetition per letter. Be sure to squeeze the shoulder blades together in all of these movements.

a. First, lie face down on a swill ball with legs spread apart for support and the lower rib cage on the ball.

b. With thumbs pointed to ceiling and the arms extended out to your sides, lift the arms up and down while squeezing the shoulder blades together while lifting (this is the "T").

c. Next, reach your extended arms out in front of you and move them up and down attempting to make the letter "Y" at the top of the movement.

d. Then, bend the elbows to a 90-degree and and lift them towards the sky.

e. Externally rotate the arms at the top to make the "L".

f. Finally, with the arms slightly bent in front of the ball, lift and externally rotate them into the "W" position.

reachroll.JPGGolf Exercise #2: Reach, Roll & Lift Up2. Reach, Roll & Lift-Up - 2-3 sets, 5 repetitions per arm.

a. Start by getting into a prayer position, kneeling down on the ground and sitting back onto the heels.

b. Place both arms up on a Swiss ball and take the right arm and reach out as far as possible over the ball while keeping the upper body stable.

c. Roll the palm to the sky, and lift the arm off the ball while the other arm remains stationary on the ball. (Be sure to only lift the arm and not the body.)

d. Repeat on the other side.

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