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  1. Easy exercises for slim, sexy calves

    Written by Mike L. Gallagher | Date: November 16, 2009 7:26 pm | Permalink | Category: Exercise

    Sometimes we don’t think about our calves until we don a new pair of heels and wonder why our calves don’t look fabulous. How could they when we neglect them so much?
    We use our calves throughout the day without even thinking about it, but when it comes time for the gym, it’s the last body [...]

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  2. The ‘fat burning zone’ myth

    Written by Mike L. Gallagher | Date: August 24, 2009 11:03 am | Permalink | Category: Exercise

    A trainer told me that to burn fat I need to exercise at a lower intensity. I also noticed that my treadmill has a “fat burning zone.” At this intensity I don’t feel like I’m getting a good workout. Do easier workouts really burn more fat?
    ANSWER:
    The information on those machines can be deceiving. The [...]

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  3. Army weight loss: How do soldiers stay in shape?

    Written by Mike L. Gallagher | Date: July 15, 2009 7:38 am | Permalink | Category: Exercise, Lifestyle

    I just conducted a great interview for you that I think you’ll find interesting. Think about this for a minute… When it comes to maintaining a lean, strong, and healthy physique, who better to model after than the U.S. Military?
    I mean, the armed forces has to address the exercise and dietary needs of over 1.5 [...]

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  4. Ab vacuum: Easy exercise you can do at work, at your desk or while driving!

    Written by Mike L. Gallagher | Date: June 12, 2009 9:02 pm | Permalink | Category: Exercise, Lifestyle

    This is a simple exercise which works by strengthening your deeper transversus abdominis muscles. The results will be “pulling in” your lazy stomach. His does NOT increase fat burning, but it give your stomach that FIRM appearance.
    It involves doing something called “ab vacuums“.
    I find it a good time to get in the habit of doing [...]

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  5. Good ol’ fashion ab workout: yard work!

    Written by Mike L. Gallagher | Date: May 15, 2009 6:35 pm | Permalink | Category: Exercise, Lifestyle

    While I was visiting my parents over the weekend, I decided to revisit my youth — one of the
    chores that I used to do in the yard growing up, that is also a great full body and abs workout. And that was…
    Splitting fire wood (the old fashioned way… with an axe instead of a [...]

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  6. A simple exercise for firming up flabby abs

    Written by Mike L. Gallagher | Date: April 25, 2009 7:10 pm | Permalink | Category: Exercise

    Start out with 2 sets of 15-20 reps for each exercise. Over time this will become less challenging. Increase to 3 sets of 20 repetitions. The last phase will be 4 sets of 20 repetitions. Use a weight that you will be able to lift for 20 reps for each set, with the later repetitions [...]

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  7. Exercise to lose the double chin

    Written by Mike L. Gallagher | Date: April 20, 2009 9:06 pm | Permalink | Category: Exercise

    Many people have a problem with loose skin and double chins, these exercises will help tone and liftthe chin area and help bring back that youthful look.
    A great exercise it to sit upright, tilt your head back looking at the ceiling, while keeping your lips closed and then start a chewing movement. You will feel [...]

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  8. What do you eat after a workout?

    Written by Mike L. Gallagher | Date: 9:00 pm | Permalink | Category: Exercise, Nutrition

    How much attention do you give to the meal after your workout?
    I hope a considerable amount, as this meal helps deliver very important nutrients to your muscles, which is absolutely imperative to achieving good results.
    I just analyzed two new members’ diet plans this morning and they were both way off the mark with the meal [...]

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  9. Exercises for firm breasts

    Written by Mike L. Gallagher | Date: April 12, 2009 3:04 pm | Permalink | Category: Exercise

    This one’s called the “Modified Push-Up”.
    Lie on your stomach, bend your knees, and cross your
    ankles. Bend your elbows and place your palms on the floor
    a bit to the side and in front of your shoulders.
    Straighten your arms and lift your body so you’re balanced
    on your palms and knees. Tuck your chin a few inches toward
    your [...]

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