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Unconventional Bodyweight Exercises….

March 13th, 2010 Johnny No comments

You should be aware that I’m always on the hunt for good fitness content. Proper fitness is something we all should strive for everyday. Today, I discovered a very good article concerning fitness in a different way. Make sure to read this content and let me know what you think. This article is titled Unconventional Bodyweight Exercises…. and you will see the full article published below for convenience:

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Recently I came across two great videos with a variety of Bodyweight exercises that I had never seen before. To carry on from my recent posts on minimal fitness and frugal fitness, these fit in perfectly.

This post was inspired by checking out some exercise videos on YouTube really making me realise how efficient and versatile our own body weight and movements can be in providing a great workout. Sometimes all it takes is a little imagination. Have a look…..

Some of these are really simple and effective, and best of all require no equipment.

This is the key when doing bodyweight workouts at home or in the gym, you want to get the pulse up as soon as you can and get into a flow of working out otherwise it can be hard to find the motivation to workout. It comes down to a few things:

  • Full Body Movements
  • Short or no rest between sets
  • Brief total time

Once you get these things nailed simply set a time to workout 10-12 minutes works for me. I say to myself I am going to go hard for these 10 minutes, set the stop watch and go. This requires very little motivation and guarentees a good workout with purpose. I suggest you try picking 3-5 Bodyweight exercises and do them each until failure for a total of 10 minutes. Regardless of your fitness level this will work (take breaks as needed, but not too long).

The beauty of this way of working out is that it not only works for building muscle but it has a metabolic impact which forces your body to burn fat throughout the day. You can squeeze in these workouts whenever you want with minimal preparation, and they can be as simple or complex as you please the choice of exercises is yours….

Instead of doing curls do chin-ups

Stop doing tricep extensions and do pushups and dips

Forget Leg Extensions and Squat

Well you get the idea. Bodyweight Compounds are far more effective in every aspect especially when it comes to no equipment workouts. So try out some new Bodyweight exercises and build a plan on them…

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No Nonsense Muscle Building Review – When Common Sense Wins Over Nonsense

March 13th, 2010 Johnny No comments

You know I’m always on the hunt for great fitness content. Great fitness is something we all should seek out everyday. Today, I found a very good article dealing with fitness in a different way. Definitely be sure to read this content and let me know what you think. This article is called No Nonsense Muscle Building Review – When Common Sense Wins Over Nonsense and you can find the complete article published below for convenience:
No Nonsense Muscle Building is a natural bodybuilding program to gain muscle mass. It has been created by Vince DelMonte for people of all body types and shapes with particular attention to skinny people or ectomorphs.

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Powerful Exercises for Increasing Muscle in the Upper Pecs

March 13th, 2010 Johnny No comments

You know I’m always on the watch for informative fitness articles. Good fitness is something we should seek out everyday. Today, I found a excellent article concerning fitness in a different way. Make sure to check out this content and tell me how you feel about it. This article is titled Powerful Exercises For Increasing Muscle in the Upper Pecs and you will see the full article published below for your convenience:
For most people pectoral muscles are the most difficult to develop. Many individuals who work out find that the muscles of the body that are developed, primarily first are the middle and lower muscles. With that said here are some powerful upper-peck workouts that will definitely increase and even promote a massive upper pec region. These exercises will do exactly what you intended them to do if only you do them correctly and without fail.

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There Will Be Abs – The Twilight Saga: Eclipse Trailer

March 12th, 2010 Johnny No comments

You should be aware that Im constantly on the lookout for good fitness content. Good fitness is something we all should constantly seek out everyday. Today, I discovered a very good article dealing with fitness in a interesting way. Definitely be sure to read this content and let me know how you feel about it. This article is called abs and you will see the full article published below for your convenience:

There Will Be Abs – The Twilight Saga: Eclipse Trailer
Your favorite vampire/werewolf love triangle is back for more whispers, lovey-dovey eyes and chisled six-packs.

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March 11th, 2010 Johnny No comments

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Beginning Bodybuilding Workouts-if You Are Beginning Bodybuilding Then This Will Help Build Muscles Fast

March 11th, 2010 Johnny No comments

You know I’m constantly on the lookout for good fitness articles. Great fitness is something we all should constantly strive for everyday. Today, I found a excellent article dealing with fitness in a different way. Definitely be sure to read this article and tell me what you think. This article is called Beginning Bodybuilding Workouts-If You Are Beginning Bodybuilding Then This Will Help Build Muscles Fast and you can find the complete article published below for your convenience:
Beginning Bodybuilding Workouts-If you are beginning bodybuilding then a good guide is essential.

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What Are Good Alternatives to a Good Ole Bench Press?

March 11th, 2010 Johnny No comments

You should be aware that I’m constantly on the lookout for good fitness articles. Great fitness is something we all should constantly strive for everyday. Today, I found a very good article concerning fitness in a interesting way. Definitely be sure to check out this content and let me know what you think. This article is called What Are Good Alternatives to a Good Ole Bench Press? and you will see the full article published below for your convenience:
Several bodybuilders have literally fall in love with the Bench press in building their chest/pectoral muscles. However, there are good alternatives one can employ to maximize their muscle gains and avoid boredom.

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More Muscular Trout Could Boost Commercial Aquaculture

March 10th, 2010 Johnny No comments

You know Im always on the hunt for good fitness content. Great fitness is something we all should constantly strive for everyday. Today, I found a excellent article dealing with fitness in a different way. Make sure to read this content and let me know what you think. This article is called abs and you will see the complete article published below for your convenience:

More Muscular Trout Could Boost Commercial Aquaculture
Inhibition of myostatin results in fish with ’six-pack abs’A 10-year effort by a University of Rhode Island scientist to develop transgenic rainbow trout with enhanced muscle growth has yielded fish with what have been described as six-pack abs and muscular shoulders that could provide a boost to the commercial aquaculture industry.Terry Bradley, a URI professor of fisheries and aquaculture …

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How to Fake a Six Pack (Re: How to Fake Abs). *SARCASM*

March 9th, 2010 Johnny 25 comments


*READ ALL* This is SARCASM PEOPLE. THIS IS A VIDEO RESPONSE AND IS A JOKE. for all those who think the real you is the best you. This is a response to the featured video: youtube.com Guys guys NO hating on the girl who made the original. I just think that the concept of drawing on abs is a little misleading and not needed,that’s all. She makes good videos. Keep it clean people. I’m not hating her, i think people really find her videos useful. It was just this one video that threw me off a bit and i’m just having some fun :) I tried to make the video a response but it wasn’t accepted which i understand. I cannot draw on my stomach without showing it. PS NO KIDDING IT DOESN’T LOOK REAL… every time i think people can’t get more stupid…

Feel Good Without Breaking the Bank

March 9th, 2010 Johnny No comments

You should be aware that I’m always on the watch for informative fitness articles. Proper fitness is something we should seek out everyday. Today, I found a very good article concerning fitness in a different way. Definitely be sure to check out this article and tell me what you think. This article is called Feel Good Without Breaking The Bank and you will see the full article published below for your convenience:

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We all like a good deal, and most of would prefer to feel good through diet and exercsise without breaking the bank. This can be achieved pretty simply through a mix of wise shopping and minimalist exercise.

Affordable Food

One of the first things we need to take into account is our fuel. As we need to not only feed ourselves but our families and those around us this should be the first area of focus when it comes to saving some money. Here are some tips I have picked up through time along with a list of frugal and healthy foods.

Buy in Bulk — Purchasing foods in bulk can save you a load of money especially when it comes to the more expensive things like meat, eggs and dry ingredients. One thing I recommend getting in a large portion would be a nice big cut of meat which you can prepare in about 10-15 minutes and store away for use throughout the week. Checkout the video below for a very useful guide on preparing and storing a Beef Tenderloin.

Again a great place to buy meat in bulk is at the farmers market. They will be more than happy to negotiate a price for a big cut.

Dry Ingredients — I like to keep a good store of healthy dry ingredients in my pantry and fridge. One thing I have found really useful recently is to buy a big bunch of sweet and roasting potatoes in bulk. I simply wrap these in foil and stick them in the oven for about 1hr, remove and leave to cool down. These can then be stored in the fridge for upto a month and simply re-heated anytime. Sweet Potatoes are especially versatile as they can be mashed up with berries, coconut oil and cinnamon in the morning for a sweet treat or they can be eaten for dinner or lunch with whatever side you want once coated with some butter and sprinkled with sea salt. Here are some other things to buy in bulk:

  • Jumbo Rolled Oats (Check the video below on good preparation….)
  • Coconut Oil
  • Eggs (seem to be especially cheap at farmers market)
  • Coconut Flakes
  • Olive Oil and Cider Vinegar
  • Nuts
  • Tubers and Root Vegtables

Once this stuff is purchased and prepared meals are easy to make and cheap with minimal trips to the grocers while saving you money. The only things you may need to buy fresh are a small bunch of fruit and vegetables…..

Affordable Fitness

Now that spring is upon us we can seriously consider dropping that gym membership. It is getting warmer outside and days are longer, for the price of 1 months gym membership get yourself a Kettlebell and paired with running, sprints and plyometrics you have a more than sufficient workout. Here is a killer minimalist workout a freind introduced me to recently. Simply 10 minutes of:

  • 15 Body Weight Squats
  • 10 Kettlebell Swings
  • 5 Burpees

Sounds easy but I can assure you it is a pretty challenging workout. Recently due to the improved weather I have also been throwing in 2-3 short runs per week, these are playful runs that include things like; Sprints, Pushups, Squats and Pullups which last for no longer than 20-30 minutes. And the best thing is that they only require Shorts, a T-shirt and a pair of running shoes. Also checkout this post on Minimalist Fitness and Workouts. Also have a look at Zen Habits Beginners Guide To Running.

So saving money while staying healthy and active can be pretty simple, I would love to hear any Frugal Fitness tips from readers…..

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