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<?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" media="screen" href="/~d/styles/rss2full.xsl"?><?xml-stylesheet type="text/css" media="screen" href="http://feeds.workoutbox.com/~d/styles/itemcontent.css"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>WorkoutBOX</title><link>http://www.workoutbox.com/blog</link><atom10:link xmlns:atom10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" href="http://feeds.workoutbox.com/workoutbox" /><description>where online fitness is simple</description><language>en</language><lastBuildDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:11:24 PST</lastBuildDate><generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6</generator><sy:updatePeriod xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/">hourly</sy:updatePeriod><sy:updateFrequency xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/">1</sy:updateFrequency><atom10:link xmlns:atom10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" href="http://feeds.workoutbox.com/workoutbox" /><feedburner:info xmlns:feedburner="http://rssnamespace.org/feedburner/ext/1.0" uri="workoutbox" /><atom10:link xmlns:atom10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/" /><item><title>Losing weight is about 80 percent diet</title><link>http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/weight-loss/losing-weight-is-about-80-percent-diet/</link><category>Diets &amp; Foods</category><category>Weight Loss</category><category>best diet tips</category><category>best way to lose weight quickly</category><category>delicious foods</category><category>diet plans</category><category>diet tips</category><category>Diets &amp; Nutrition</category><category>fat burning foods</category><category>get in shape</category><category>healthy diet plan</category><category>healthy eating plan</category><category>losing weight</category><category>low calorie Italian dressing</category><category>muscle building nutrition</category><category>nutrition</category><category>weight loss diet</category><category>weight loss plan</category><category>weight loss plans</category><category>weight loss program</category><category>weight loss programs</category><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">ShaunaEdwards</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:11:24 PST</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/?p=815</guid><content:encoded xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-817" title="paid20" src="http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/paid20-300x261.jpg" alt="paid20" width="300" height="261" />How important is diet and nutrition when it comes to losing weight and sculpting that sexy-licious physique you&#8217;re dreaming of? If you work out extra hard, add a few more reps or spend more time on the treadmill is that enough to get your butt into a smaller pair of pants? Not a chance. Ask any fitness pro or nutrition expert and you will hear that diet is anywhere from 70 to 90% responsible when it comes to transforming and improving that bod of yours (not to mention the health of your heart). Bummer eh? Well fear not my fellow fitness freaks, it&#8217;s really not that bad. Getting in tip top shape and still eating delicious foods is certainly possible, it just takes a little knowledge and a dash of creativity. Through years of trail and error, I&#8217;ve come up with some tips that will keep both your taste buds and your waistline happy.<span id="more-815"></span></p>
<h3><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Condiments, condiments, condiments!</span></strong></h3>
<p>Ok, so you&#8217;ll have to ditch the full fat mayo but there are lots of ways to add flavor to your fave foods. The following is a list of taste enhancers that may be used in a free for all manner without sabotaging your efforts.</p>
<p>Mustard</p>
<p>Salsa</p>
<p>Fat free, low calorie Italian dressing</p>
<p>Lemon juice</p>
<p>Lime juice</p>
<p>Low sodium soy sauce</p>
<p>Tobasco (or Franks red hot sauce)</p>
<p>Horseradish</p>
<p>Worcestershire</p>
<p>Balsamic vinegar</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Spice it up!</span></h3>
<p>Use one of the many pre-packaged rubs and seasoning mixtures like Greek, Italian, Montreal Steak, Lemon pepper etc. Check the label first to ensure that no additional sugar has been added and then simply rub the seasoning onto meats or fish before grilling. Super easy and delicious!</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Let it soak</span></h3>
<p>Marinades are a great way to add flavor to meat, poultry, fish and veggies without adding fat and calories. As long as you check the label for calories, feel free to use a store bought mix or even better, make your own. It&#8217;s fast and easy! Try this Moroccan inspired marinade on chicken, pork or fish.</p>
<div style="padding-left: 20px; color: black;">
<li>1 tablespoon <span style="color: #000000;">olive oil</span><span style="color: #000000;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">2 small </span><span style="color: #000000;">lemons</span><span style="color: #000000;">, juice </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">1 teaspoon </span><span style="color: #000000;">ground cumin</span><span style="color: #000000;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">1/4 teaspoon </span><span style="color: #000000;">ground cinnamon</span><span style="color: #000000;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">1/2 teaspoon </span><span style="color: #000000;">ground turmeric</span><span style="color: #000000;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">1 </span><span style="color: #000000;">red chili pepper</span><span style="color: #000000;">,  minced </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">1 small </span><span style="color: #000000;">onion</span><span style="color: #000000;">, very finely  chopped </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">2 </span><span style="color: #000000;">garlic cloves</span><span style="color: #000000;">, minced </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">salt and pepper </span></li>
</div>
<p>Mix all ingredients together, add chicken breasts, shrimp or pork and let marinade for 2 hours.</p>
<p>You don&#8217;t need to sacrifice flavor when you&#8217;re trying to improve your health and physique. Educate yourself on just what your body requires to build a rock hard temple and have fun with food! In addition, check out the workout programs designed by the WorkoutBOX team and you&#8217;ll be on your way to a fit, fabulous form!</p>
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<p><strong>About Shauna</strong></p>
<p>Shauna is a personal trainer, nutrition consultant and health and fitness writer for Workoutbox.com. She is also the creator of the "Soccer Mom weight loss program".

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<p>Consistency is defined as the steadfast adherence to the same principles, course and form. It is probably the most crucial factor in achieving and maintaining your fitness and weight loss goals. At the beginning of a program consistency is fairly easy to maintain as we are highly motivated and eager to see results. We make working out a priority at first but that motivation felt at the start tends to dwindle pretty fast. So how can you stay consistent when so many other things in life get in the way and commitments and chores pile up (much like my toys)?</p>
<h3>Monitor your progress</h3>
<p>Keep track of the progress you&#8217;re making. Sometimes all the motivation you need to keep following through is to see that you are able to lift more, run farther or fit into a smaller pair of jeans. Keep a journal of your reps performed, sets completed, weight lifted, miles ran, crunches crunched, pounds lost or inches shed. If you stay on top of the changes and improvements you are making it&#8217;ll make you run back for more.</p>
<h3>Plan ahead!</h3>
<p>There&#8217;s that word plan again! It&#8217;s simple but important! Get yourself a plan that suits your goals and lifestyle and follow it to a T. It&#8217;s hard to remain steadfast and true to your program if you have no idea what you&#8217;re supposed to be doing.</p>
<h3>Keep things fun!</h3>
<p>Boredom slaughters consistency. Although you need to be consistent with performing your workouts, that doesn&#8217;t mean the workout itself can&#8217;t change. Make your program progressive, applying appropriate and necessary increases in intensity and variety to keep it interesting and effective.</p>
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<p>Now I realize that men tend to carry their strength in their upper bodies and naturally they would prefer to train chest and bis almost exclusively. I also understand that leg day, if done properly, is brutal, so it makes sense that so many guys would rather opt out of lunging their way to nausea and agony. Having said that however, balance in a weight training program is essential not only for functional purposes, but aesthetically speaking as well. I mean sure, you may have abs I could wash my delicates on and a set of pecs that Pamela Anderson would envy, but if your quads are the same circumference as your arms, you&#8217;ve got a problem.</p>
<p>If you want balance in both functional performance and physique, you&#8217;ll have to bite the bullet and mosey over to the squat rack. No doubt about it&#8230;leg day is tough! Your legs are comprised of numerous large muscles, making the workout excruciatingly taxing, assuming you&#8217;re doing it with enough intensity. However the rewards of a fabulous leg regime far exceed the temporary torture and torment. If you&#8217;re man enough to grin and bear it, you&#8217;ll reap massive gains in size, strength and possibly phone numbers. <img src='http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
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<p>Shauna is a personal trainer, nutrition consultant and health and fitness writer for Workoutbox.com. She is also the creator of the "Soccer Mom weight loss program".

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<p>&#8220;How can I lose my belly?&#8221; &#8220;What can I do to get rid of my spare tire?&#8221; &#8220;What exercises will shrink my gut?&#8221; I know my answer never makes me popular but it&#8217;s the only honest one I can offer. You simply cannot spot reduce! In order to get rid of the flab on your midsection, you must follow a balanced, consistent and intelligent program of proper nutrition, calorie control and EXERCISE! I see you rolling your eyes and before you ask&#8230;.there are no magic &#8216;muffin top&#8217; pills, no fancy ab roller gadgets and no &#8216;break through metabolism stimulating, hormone regulating, fat melting, super power foods&#8217; that are going to do it effortlessly for you. Enjoying the luxury of a flat midsection is earned through regular cardiovascular and strength training workouts coupled with a diet rich in nutrients designed to meet and not exceed daily caloric requirements. Bottom line.<span id="more-790"></span></p>
<p>Excess abdominal fat is an issue for both men and women and frustrating as it may be, there is a reason for it. Our bodies are designed to store fat as a survival mechanism, in order to keep us warm and our organs protected. From a bio-mechanics view, the abdomen is the most efficient place to store it, as it requires less energy to pack around in this location. In order to shed your spare tire you essentially have to out smart Mother nature through a sensible diet and regular workouts. Let&#8217;s face it, you don&#8217;t need to store that gut in order to prepare for cold winters or do all that hunter, gatherer stuff anymore.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-792" title="CB060670" src="http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/j0402322-150x150.jpg" alt="CB060670" width="150" height="150" />For women specifically, the good old &#8216;muffin top&#8217; serves  a pro creative purpose. A large round belly, along with soft curvaceous hips and thick thighs used to drive the cavemen wild as it signified good reproductive health and prime fertile ground. These days the preference is usually (not always) a slightly leaner, more toned silhouette with a hint of washboard abs. Once again, in order to achieve that fit, firm look you&#8217;ll have to combine proper diet and exercise techniques. I know&#8230;I sound like a broken record again.</p>
<p>I know many people assume that doing endless crunches and using ab roller gadgets will be the answer to getting rid of the flab on their tummies but that simply isn&#8217;t rue. While ab workouts are certainly effective at building and toning abdominal muscles and improving core strength, you still will not see them if you don&#8217;t dissolve the layer/s of fat on top. You can do sit ups until the proverbial cows come home but that alone will not earn you a six pack. This is where a sensible diet and regular cardiovascular exercise comes in.</p>
<p>In short, your body will decide for you where it will let go of fat first and in what order. That you cannot change. You can however, encourage abdominal fat to burn away by dialing in your diet, picking up some weights and hopping on the treadmill consistently. Remember that healthy, long lasting fat loss takes hard work and patience! If that last 10 pounds is hanging on specifically at the mid-line of your body there really isn&#8217;t much you can do to change that besides tightening the belt (pun intended) on your nutrition and amping up the intensity of your workouts.</p>
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&amp;#8220;How can I lose my belly?&amp;#8221; &amp;#8220;What [...]


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<p>Of course I&#8217;m sure you realize that abstinence from alcohol while trying to get in shape is the best plan of attack. After all, booze is loaded with empty calories and even just a few cocktails a week can potentially derail so much of your diligence and hard work, but let&#8217;s be realistic here. You will be faced with social engagements where liquor will be served and really, why shouldn&#8217;t we allow ourselves a little nectar of the Gods every now and then? Just keep a couple of points in mind.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-784" title="images52" src="http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/images52.jpg" alt="images52" width="123" height="82" />Knowledge is Power</span></strong></p>
<p>Educate yourself on what the best (and worst) choices are and apply this knowledge appropriately. Choose lower calorie beverages like wine, lite beer and reduced calorie coolers in place of sugar laden bevvies such as daiquiris, pina coladas and dark, heavy ales. If you prefer the hard stuff, choose your mix carefully. Opt for water, sugar free soda or reduced calorie juice as this can save hundreds of calories.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Hard liquor (Rye, Vodka, Rum, Gin) </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">64 Calories per 1 ounce</span></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Wine</span></strong></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">170 calories per 7 ounce glass</span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Beer (regular)</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">150 calories per 12 fl ounces</span></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Guinness </span></strong></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">210 calories per pint</span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Vodka or Rum Coolers</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">250 per 12 ounces</span></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Crantini or Cosmopolitan</span></strong></p>
<p>1<span style="text-decoration: underline;">87 calories per 5 ounce drink</span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Pina Colada</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">375 calories per 5 ounce drink</span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Margarita</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">160 per 3.5 ounces</span></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-787" title="images54" src="http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/images54.jpg" alt="images54" width="114" height="115" />Don&#8217;t be a glutton!</span></strong></p>
<p>When it comes to alcohol consumption, moderation and responsibility are crucial! Liquor contains an exorbitant amount of empty calories that will expand your waistline faster than you can crack a cold one. Having more than a couple may leave you feeling footloose and fancy free with one hand deep in the nacho platter and the other reaching for the hot wings.</p>
<p>The lesson here is that yes, it is acceptable ON OCCASION to enjoy an adult beverage or two while trying to shed a few pounds and get in shape. Just make sure you arm yourself with knowledge and make the best choices possible. Don&#8217;t overdo it, sip slowly and try to enjoy the social aspect of your evening more than what&#8217;s in your glass. On a different, yet much more serious note&#8230;please drink responsibly and never ever get behind the wheel! Cheers!</p>


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<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">For those that are new to working out, it&#8217;s important to learn the proper technique of an exercise from a professional. While there are a lot of people in the gym that may be doing an exercise right, there are also a lot that aren&#8217;t, which could lead to injury. Have a knowledgeable personal trainer show you how an exercise needs to be performed so that you can get it right the first time and avoid picking up another persons bad habits.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">For experienced gym goers, it&#8217;s a good idea to periodically re-evaluate your form. After an exercise becomes routine it can be easy to slowly slip into less than perfect technique. It&#8217;s best to have a professional take a look at your form and let you know if there are ways to improve. Check in every once in awhile and you&#8217;ll continue to reap the full benefits of your workout.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">A large part of performing exercises properly is remembering to stay mentally focused on the task at hand. Visualize the way the movement should look while you are doing it and focus on the muscles involved. You shouldn&#8217;t be talking with the person next to you or your training partner, looking around or making a grocery list in your head. An effective training session takes just as much mental energy as it does physical. Concentrate on the correct posture and movement of your body and save everything else for later.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">Keep your movements smooth and controlled. For example when performing a bicep curl, after you have raised the dumbbells, control them on the way down as well. Don&#8217;t just let your arms fall to your sides. The negative portion of the exercise needs to receive just as much effort and attention as the positive and vice versa.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">Once you have learned the proper execution of an exercise keep a mental checklist of things to consider in avoiding injury. For example, when performing a squat you want to remember to keep your head up and your core tight. With a chest press done on a flat bench, you want to make sure your back stays flat against the bench to avoid a lower back injury. Learn what the specific cues are for each exercise you do and remind yourself of them throughout the workout.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">Some other points to keep in mind</div>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">Be prepared. Make sure your workout is suited to you and that you are working at the appropriate level for your ability. Your workout should be difficult enough in order to get the full benefits, but not so difficult that you can&#8217;t do them.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">Dress appropriately. Wear proper shoes for your particular workout that are comfortable and offer good support. Your clothes should be lightweight, fit well, breathe well and be comfortable. If you are working out in the cold, dress in layers to easily adapt to your changing body temperature.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">Notice the equipment. If you are working out at a gym or health club, make sure their equipment is in good working order. If you notice any pieces that appear to be missing, frayed cords, deflated stability balls or anything else that doesn&#8217;t look right, notify an employee so things can be fixed.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="overflow: hidden; position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px;">If you are working out at an appropriate level for your ability and using proper technique and good form, you will reach your full potential. Sometimes you may just need to make minor adjustments in your execution to see some positive changes. Just make sure you are learning and taking advice from the right people.</div>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-777" title="blog10" src="http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/blog10.jpg" alt="blog10" width="106" height="141" />I often see people in the gym performing exercises with the best of intentions, yet using less than optimal form. Beginners, intermediates and die hard gym rats may all experience improper technique in their workout routine from time to time. The correct execution of prescribed exercises is crucial to avoiding injury as well as realizing the full potential of your workout.</p>
<div>For those that are new to working out, it&#8217;s important to learn the proper technique of an exercise from a professional. While there are a lot of people in the gym that may be doing an exercise right, there are also a lot that aren&#8217;t, which could lead to injury. Have a knowledgeable personal trainer show you how an exercise needs to be performed so that you can get it right the first time and avoid picking up another persons bad habits.<span id="more-770"></span></div>
<div>For experienced gym goers, it&#8217;s a good idea to periodically re-evaluate your form. After an exercise becomes routine it can be easy to slowly slip into less than perfect technique. It&#8217;s best to have a professional take a look at your form and let you know if there are ways to improve. Check in every once in awhile and you&#8217;ll continue to reap the full benefits of your workout.</div>
<div>A large part of performing exercises properly is remembering to stay mentally focused on the task at hand. Visualize the way the movement should look while you are doing it and focus on the muscles involved. You shouldn&#8217;t be talking with the person next to you or your training partner, looking around or making a grocery list in your head. An effective training session takes just as much mental energy as it does physical. Concentrate on the correct posture and movement of your body and save everything else for later.</div>
<div><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-773" title="blog7" src="http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/blog7.jpg" alt="blog7" width="126" height="84" />Keep your movements smooth and controlled. For example when performing a bicep curl, after you have raised the dumbbells, control them on the way down as well. Don&#8217;t just let your arms fall to your sides. The negative portion of the exercise needs to receive just as much effort and attention as the positive and vice versa.</div>
<div>Once you have learned the proper execution of an exercise keep a mental checklist of things to consider in avoiding injury. For example, when performing a squat you want to remember to keep your head up and your core tight. With a chest press done on a flat bench, you want to make sure your back stays flat against the bench to avoid a lower back injury. Learn what the specific cues are for each exercise you do and remind yourself of them throughout the workout.</div>
<div><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-778" title="blog8" src="http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/blog81.jpg" alt="blog8" width="85" height="127" /></div>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>Some other points to keep in mind</strong></div>
<div><strong><br />
</strong></div>
<div><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Be prepared</span></strong></div>
<div>Make sure your workout is suited to you and that you are working at the appropriate level for your ability. Your workout should be difficult enough in order to get the full benefits, but not so difficult that you can&#8217;t do them.</div>
<div><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Dress appropriately</span></strong></div>
<div>Wear proper shoes for your particular workout that are comfortable and offer good support. Your clothes should be lightweight, fit well, breathe well and be comfortable. If you are working out in the cold, dress in layers to easily adapt to your changing body temperature.</div>
<div><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Notice the equipment</span></strong></div>
<div>If you are working out at a gym or health club, make sure their equipment is in good working order. If you notice any pieces that appear to be missing, frayed cords, deflated stability balls or anything else that doesn&#8217;t look right, notify an employee so things can be fixed.</div>
<div>If you are working out at an appropriate level for your ability and using proper technique and good form, you will reach your full potential. Sometimes you may just need to make minor adjustments in your execution to see some positive changes. Just make sure you are learning and taking advice from the right people.</div>


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<p>Shauna is a personal trainer, nutrition consultant and health and fitness writer for Workoutbox.com. She is also the creator of the "Soccer Mom weight loss program".

<a href="http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/bloggers/shaunaedwards/">Read more</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded><description>I often see people in the gym performing exercises with the best of intentions, yet using less than optimal form. Beginners, intermediates and die hard gym rats may all experience improper technique in their workout routine from time to time. The correct execution of prescribed exercises is crucial to avoiding injury as well as realizing [...]


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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>DO &#8211; Follow a detailed plan</strong></span></span></p>
<p>Never underestimate the importance of employing a well mapped, detail oriented, specific navigation system. How can you possibly reach your destination if you don&#8217;t know exactly where you&#8217;re going or how to get there? The road to achieving success in your quest for a chiseled physique is no different. Set detailed, specific, crystal clear goals and instructions on how to make them a reality.</p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>DON&#8217;T &#8211; Go Overboard</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong><span style="font-weight: normal;">Quite often I see highly motivated individuals with good intentions take on way too much at the gym the very second they decide to embark on a physical transformation. While hard work and dedication are in fact keys to bodybuilding success, your program needs to be compatible with you experience and ability. Choose a program that will allow you to see the results you&#8217;re after without risking injury and frustration.</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-761" title="blog2" src="http://www.workoutbox.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/blog2.jpg" alt="blog2" width="115" height="115" /></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><strong>DO &#8211; Educate yourself on nutrition</strong></span></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Depending on which fitness pro you talk to, you&#8217;ll hear that diet is anywhere from seventy to ninety percent responsible for your bodybuilding success or failure. If you completely ignore the foundations of proper muscle building nutrition it really won&#8217;t matter how many reps you crank out in the squat rack. Don&#8217;t make the mistake of thinking that consuming insane quantities of protein is all you need to concern yourself with. Your diet needs to be balanced, including quality protein, carbohydrate and fat in order to create a strong, hormonally balanced, efficient muscle building machine.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Check back for more muscle building </strong><strong>Do&#8217;s</strong><strong> and </strong><strong>Don&#8217;ts</strong><strong> in upcoming blogs!</strong></p>


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<p><strong>About Shauna</strong></p>
<p>Shauna is a personal trainer, nutrition consultant and health and fitness writer for Workoutbox.com. She is also the creator of the "Soccer Mom weight loss program".

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<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Be honest with yourself</span></h2>
<p>Have you been keeping up with your food log? It&#8217;s normal for us to get so accustomed to our diets that we become complacent with journaling our meals and snacks. Be honest with yourself and take a good look at everything that goes into your mouth. A little bite here or a taste there can really add up at the end of the day. Get your pencil and paper ready and start being as detailed as possible. You may be surprised by how much is overlooked.<span id="more-754"></span></p>
<h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Squat, lunge, push and pull your way through</span></h2>
<p>So many people (especially us ladies) ignore the fat loss benefits of a regular, consistent weight training program. Simply put, resistance training builds muscle and that muscle uses more calories to sustain itself than fat does. So build some muscle  to burn some fat. Not only will you fit into a smaller dress size, you&#8217;ll also be stronger, firmer and less likely to suffer the effects of osteoporosis.</p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Keep your metabolism guessing</span></h2>
<p>If you eat just 1200 calories every day, your body will naturally slow down its metabolism in order to survive on those 1200 calories. Mix things up a bit by alternating 1200 calorie days with 1400 or 1600 calorie days as well. This will keep your metabolism fired up and that of course is the key to shedding pounds.</p>


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<p><strong>About Shauna</strong></p>
<p>Shauna is a personal trainer, nutrition consultant and health and fitness writer for Workoutbox.com. She is also the creator of the "Soccer Mom weight loss program".

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<p>Are you already struggling to stick with those health and fitness resolutions you promised yourself only 5 days ago? You&#8217;re not alone! As a personal trainer and nutrition consultant I see the exact same pattern every January! Good people, with great intentions pack the gyms and line up in health food stores for a solid three weeks, determined to stick with their goals this time! By the end of the month though, they&#8217;ve somehow fallen off the horse and the only people that remain at the gym are the ones that are there all year long! So how do they do it? How is it possible to stay focused on a diet plan and workout program when so many other things get in the way? Once again, it all comes down to the plan. Use the SMART technique to keep yourself on the right track and really achieve success this year!<span id="more-746"></span></p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">S is for SPECIFIC</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
Define your goals in specific statements. &#8220;I want to lose some weight and get in shape&#8221; is not specific. &#8220;I want to lose 10 pounds of fat and a minimum of 2 inches off my belly&#8221; is far more tangible.</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">M is for MEASUREABLE</span></h2>
<p>How will you measure your progress? Will you gauge success by pounds melted per week, total inches lost or by body composition analysis? Keep a daily log of nutrition intake and workout routines while being consistent with monitoring and measuring progress along the way.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">A is for ATTAINABLE</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 13px;">If your goal is to lose 10 pounds by next weekend, you need to revise. Set your goals in small, attainable increments to avoid frustration and defeat.</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">R is for REALISTIC</span></h2>
<p>If you have always lived a sedentary lifestyle, expecting to run and lift weights six days per week at the get-go is unrealistic. Be honest with yourself about what you are really willing to commit to. Start with a dedication of three thirty minute workouts per week and go from there.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">T is for TIMELY</span></h2>
<p>Decide on a date or event to set your goals deadline for. &#8216;Someday&#8217; and &#8216;eventually&#8217; aren&#8217;t timelines. For example, instead of saying &#8220;At some point I&#8217;d like to run a 10k&#8221;, try telling yourself &#8220;I want to train for and participate in the Labor day 10k run&#8221;. This provides a specific time frame so that you can set a plan in motion to actually realize your goal on that date.</p>
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<p><strong>About Shauna</strong></p>
<p>Shauna is a personal trainer, nutrition consultant and health and fitness writer for Workoutbox.com. She is also the creator of the "Soccer Mom weight loss program".

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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Happy New Year to everyone! </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Hopefully 2010 is already off to a fantastic start for all of you!</strong></p>
<p>Along with a potential pounding headache and a craving for a pepto bismal smoothie,  January 1st often brings feelings of hope, inspiration and re-birth. There&#8217;s a sense of freshness in the air, knowing that this year may bring change and redemption as we wipe past behavior and old habits from our newly cleaned slate.<span id="more-734"></span></p>
<p>The majority of us make New Years resolutions with the most common being, to lose weight, get in shape, quit smoking and start eating healthy. What&#8217;s yours? Workoutbox wants to hear about all of the changes you plan to make in 2010. Do you want to shed a few pounds? Start a workout program? Clean up your diet? Perhaps you&#8217;d like to add some muscle to a less than chiseled frame or work on toning that rear view and turning heads as you walk away. Is there a sport you&#8217;d like to try or an event you want to participate in? Maybe you plan to run your first 10k, train for a power-lifting competition or take up tennis.</p>
<p>Whether your goals include crossing the finish line of your first triathlon or simply just getting your butt up off the couch a couple times a week we want to hear about them! What&#8217;s your plan of action? How will you get from A to B? How will you feel when you reach that goal and what will it look like?</p>
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<p>The professionals at WorkoutBOX, along with the online forums are here to offer you all the support you&#8217;ll need in your quest towards realizing all of your health and fitness goals!</p>


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<p><strong>About Shauna</strong></p>
<p>Shauna is a personal trainer, nutrition consultant and health and fitness writer for Workoutbox.com. She is also the creator of the "Soccer Mom weight loss program".

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Hopefully 2010 is already off to a fantastic start for all of you!
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