Working as a personal trainer/fitness counselor and reading volumes of fitness publications over the years, I’ve noticed that the majority of fitness related questions that I see and hear most frequently revolve around the abdominals. As the centerpiece of the human physique, the aesthetically pleasing abdominals have become the obsession of most people that are concerned about their physical appearance. However, with modern day culture giving us more opportunities to do less physical work and eat more highly processed super-sized meals with increasing convenience, it has become progressively more difficult and frustrating for the majority of people to obtain anything even closely resembling a six-pack.
To make things worse, we are bombarded by so many “magic pills”, ab gadgets, and diets claiming to give you a ripped set of abs that the average consumer can’t make heads or tails over what works and what doesn’t. Just look at all of the conflicting popular diets on the market today. One claims that a low carb diet is the only way to lose weight, another says low fat is the best, and yet another claims that a vegetarian diet is the only way to go. And as for all of the ab gadgets that unscrupulous marketers are trying to say are the secret to a six pack; well, most of them are flat out worthless junk!
The fact is that most people are looking for that quick fix for which they are not going to have to change anything else in their lives; yet remarkably, that quick fix is going to give them six pack abs overnight. Well, the bad news is that no such thing exists on the market today. The good news is that a tight ripped set of abs is definitely attainable to most people (regardless of genetics) if you follow some sound training advice and follow a healthy diet that promotes body fat loss. I have even seen people who have turned some pretty large beer guts into six packs with some hard work and discipline. It just takes time.
The good news is that healthy eating can actually be enjoyable and doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It just takes a little knowledge on choosing the right foods, eating at the right times, and eating the right quantities and proportions. You will actually feel more energized and more productive each and every day by following a balanced diet as I will present.
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Have a truly great day , everything is possible!
Allan Fine / Fitness/ Lifecoach
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Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Friday, December 12, 2008
Oprah Winfrey has encountered a 40-pound hurdle in her quest for world domination.
Oprah Winfrey has encountered a 40-pound hurdle in her quest for world domination.
That’s how much weight she’s gained since 2006, putting her at 200 pounds, she confesses in January’s “O” magazine.
The issue’s cover features Winfrey at her current weight posing with a thinner Winfrey previously photographed for the magazine.
Its headline: “How did I let this happen again?”
The question resonates locally with many people, especially at a time when the lure of seasonal sweets can jeopardize weight-loss plans.
“There are so many people out there who fluctuate with their weight,” said Allan Fine.
“It’s easier to keep it off than take it off ,” says Allan Fine.
That’s why Winfrey should focus on weight maintenance, not just weight loss, said Dr. Jan McBarron of Columbus-based Georgia Bariatrics.
From a health standpoint, McBarron said, “it is better to lose weight and regain it than to never lose it at all” because your body is healthier during the period when you’ve lost weight.
Still, she said Winfrey needs to reevaluate some parts of her approach to health.
Namely, the talk show guru shouldn’t use a thyroid problem as scapegoat for weight gain, McBarron said.
If that problem is being medicated, then weight struggles shouldn’t be an issue, she explained.
Holiday hazards
Winfrey’s headlines come during a season when many people seem resigned to weight gain.
“That is an erroneous conclusion. It really doesn’t make sense,” said Beth Bussey, a registered dietitian at Columbus Regional’s John B. Amos Cancer Center.
“I think a lot of people actually lose a little weight during the holidays,” Bussey said, pointing to the walking that’s required in tasks such as shopping and decorating.
It’s not as if you’re helplessly at the mercy of a calorie-packed season, either.
Whether you’re dining at home or attending a party, there’s always room for some level of control, Bussey said.
At home, indulge in a few holiday-specific treats, but don’t feel as if the calendar alone means you have to pack your kitchen with sweets that are available year-round.
“If I can have it any time of the year, I don’t need it in the holidays,” Bussey said.
At a party, don’t head to the food table immediately — instead, spend some time talking to the other guests.
When you do reach the buffet, fill half your plate with vegetables, and go for additional offerings like salsa and grilled chicken, Bussey said.
Don’t skip out on a party just because you think its menu will compromise your diet, she added.
“People are always more important than food,” Bussey said.
Just use discernment, and don’t be afraid to eat something before the event. Bussey recommends soup or an apple, while personal trainer Layfield suggests drinking a bottle of water before a party.
Winfrey’s future
As her viewers take on the season’s health challenges, Winfrey is planning to get her weight back on track, beginning with a “Best Life Week” series on her talk show in January.
Some experts say that in highlighting her weight gain, she has further aligned herself with the public.
“I think the reason why Oprah is so popular is because she feels so much like a real person,” said Allan Fine
Maybe that alignment has left Oprah with even more pressure to alter her outlook — heeding advice like McBarron’s recommendation that she get healthy and rely on maintenance, not just temporary fixes.
Winfrey’s fans have read the headlines. They’ve looked at the pictures.
Now, it’s time for Winfrey to act.
“Take a deep breath, forgive yourself and just jump back on the wagon. There’s no shortcut,” Fine said.
Contact The Executive Edge at 303-246-7396
That’s how much weight she’s gained since 2006, putting her at 200 pounds, she confesses in January’s “O” magazine.
The issue’s cover features Winfrey at her current weight posing with a thinner Winfrey previously photographed for the magazine.
Its headline: “How did I let this happen again?”
The question resonates locally with many people, especially at a time when the lure of seasonal sweets can jeopardize weight-loss plans.
“There are so many people out there who fluctuate with their weight,” said Allan Fine.
“It’s easier to keep it off than take it off ,” says Allan Fine.
That’s why Winfrey should focus on weight maintenance, not just weight loss, said Dr. Jan McBarron of Columbus-based Georgia Bariatrics.
From a health standpoint, McBarron said, “it is better to lose weight and regain it than to never lose it at all” because your body is healthier during the period when you’ve lost weight.
Still, she said Winfrey needs to reevaluate some parts of her approach to health.
Namely, the talk show guru shouldn’t use a thyroid problem as scapegoat for weight gain, McBarron said.
If that problem is being medicated, then weight struggles shouldn’t be an issue, she explained.
Holiday hazards
Winfrey’s headlines come during a season when many people seem resigned to weight gain.
“That is an erroneous conclusion. It really doesn’t make sense,” said Beth Bussey, a registered dietitian at Columbus Regional’s John B. Amos Cancer Center.
“I think a lot of people actually lose a little weight during the holidays,” Bussey said, pointing to the walking that’s required in tasks such as shopping and decorating.
It’s not as if you’re helplessly at the mercy of a calorie-packed season, either.
Whether you’re dining at home or attending a party, there’s always room for some level of control, Bussey said.
At home, indulge in a few holiday-specific treats, but don’t feel as if the calendar alone means you have to pack your kitchen with sweets that are available year-round.
“If I can have it any time of the year, I don’t need it in the holidays,” Bussey said.
At a party, don’t head to the food table immediately — instead, spend some time talking to the other guests.
When you do reach the buffet, fill half your plate with vegetables, and go for additional offerings like salsa and grilled chicken, Bussey said.
Don’t skip out on a party just because you think its menu will compromise your diet, she added.
“People are always more important than food,” Bussey said.
Just use discernment, and don’t be afraid to eat something before the event. Bussey recommends soup or an apple, while personal trainer Layfield suggests drinking a bottle of water before a party.
Winfrey’s future
As her viewers take on the season’s health challenges, Winfrey is planning to get her weight back on track, beginning with a “Best Life Week” series on her talk show in January.
Some experts say that in highlighting her weight gain, she has further aligned herself with the public.
“I think the reason why Oprah is so popular is because she feels so much like a real person,” said Allan Fine
Maybe that alignment has left Oprah with even more pressure to alter her outlook — heeding advice like McBarron’s recommendation that she get healthy and rely on maintenance, not just temporary fixes.
Winfrey’s fans have read the headlines. They’ve looked at the pictures.
Now, it’s time for Winfrey to act.
“Take a deep breath, forgive yourself and just jump back on the wagon. There’s no shortcut,” Fine said.
Contact The Executive Edge at 303-246-7396
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
What is all the buzz about Life Coaching?
What is all the buzz about Life Coaching?
Forbes magazine calls it the fast growing profession today.
For more information on click here.
and.... Did you know we offer Life Coaching sessions here at Executive Edge?
Allan Fine is a long time student of the healing arts, a certified Life Coach and our program coordinator here at Executive Edge. If you are intersted in scheduling a session with him just call our front desk.
Forbes magazine calls it the fast growing profession today.
For more information on click here.
and.... Did you know we offer Life Coaching sessions here at Executive Edge?
Allan Fine is a long time student of the healing arts, a certified Life Coach and our program coordinator here at Executive Edge. If you are intersted in scheduling a session with him just call our front desk.
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