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- Six Unusual Tips To Get Six Pack Abs - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Joshua KozakThere is nothing quick or magical about getting a six pack. Getting ripped abs can be long and tedious. It takes time, hard work, and dedication. By making the right decisions each day, you can get a six pack. However, if you frequently cheat like most people, then you will never see your abs. ...
Views: 1086 - 10 smart ways to build your muscles - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Joshua KozakFor those who are largely into fitness and weight training, building up muscle is rather important. Here are 10 simple ways in which you can do this. Increase your intake of calories:No matter how much food you eat, you will need to eat some more. The best way to go about this is to eat ...
Views: 674 - 6 Diet Tips Today That Make a Difference Tomorrow - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Joshua KozakA lot of hard work goes into having a lean physique, but these 6 diet tips will speed up the process! In order to lose weight it is vital to eat frequently and slowly. Don’t forget breakfast and make sure to drink plenty of water. Protein needs to be present at every meal while making sure to ...
Views: 769 - Are Resistance Bands Worth The Money - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2012 from Joshua KozakAre you going away on vacation and need a fast and easy way to get a great workout in? Or do you want to take a new angle and approach on resistance training, and loose the dumbbells? Look no further than working out with resistance bands! Resistance bands have been around for quite a while now, ...
Views: 1545 - Beginners Guide To Building Muscle - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Joshua KozakThis article is a guide on basic theory of how to build muscle through weight training. It’s for individuals who may be new to weight lifting and are not yet familiar with the basic terminology or principles. It is important for beginners to understand the concepts talked about here before you ...
Views: 813 - Building A Strong Upper Body - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Joshua KozakA balanced exercise plan should always include a selection of exercises that work both the upper and lower body. This article will focus on how to target all the main upper body muscle groups, including the chest, shoulders, back, biceps, and triceps. A workout routine should contain a balance ...
Views: 757 - Building Muscle for Hard Gainers - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Joshua KozakMany people are struggling to lose weight while others are struggling to gain weight. If you want to gain muscle, you may have trouble fighting your genetic makeup but, there is something you can do about it. While others may look at you with envy, you may feel frustrated that you can't seem ...
Views: 1074 - Coach Kozak’s Best Foods For Burning Fat - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Joshua KozakDieting can be a lot of work. It can be confusing, time consuming, and an overall headache. With just a few tips and tricks we’ll find the right diet foods for you. You’re going to need healthy foods that burn fat and are easily prepared. The best weight loss foods fit into your daily grind and ...
Views: 5960 - Does the Low Fat Diet or Pritikin Diet to Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Joshua KozakThe Low Fat Diet or Pritikin Diet can be a double edged sword. While it does have several positive health benefits, I feel the negatives far outweigh the positives. Many have the common misconception that fat makes you fat. For most, carbs make you fat. Not all fats are created equal. Some have ...
Views: 924 - Don’t Neglect Your Leg Workouts - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Joshua KozakIf you look around at your local, then you will notice that the majority of people are working their upper bodies, and ignoring their legs. Unfortunately, most lifters focus on building their upper bodies at the expense of their legs. In order to have a truly optimal physique, you must train ...
Views: 2604 - Easiest Ways To Get In Shape - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2012 from Joshua KozakThe options to get into shape are numerous. The most effective methods are the ones that you will do on a consistent basis. The secret to any successful program is variety. Below are my most recommended tips to get in shape. After a high intensity workout of a certain muscle group, you need ...
Views: 685 - Essential Weight Loss Diet Information - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Joshua KozakLosing weight is all about burning more calories than you eat. It may seem easy, but if were really that simple, none of us would have a weight problem. Too often drastic measures are used in order to see results -- diets, pills or fitness gadgets on infomercials that promise instant success. ...
Views: 808 - Find Out The Truth About 6 Pack Abs - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2012 from Joshua KozakHave you ever wondered what the real truth is behind six pack abs? Everyone wants a six pack fast and easy, but do they really know how to achieve one? Do they understand how the body works and the effort that it will take to actually get one? In my experience, few understand what it actually ...
Views: 996 - High Intensity Interval Training Revealed - by Submitted on May 09, 2012 from Joshua KozakWhat if I were to tell you that there is a way to burn the same amount of calories in half the time? No, I’m not talking about a magic pill or crazy diet. High Intensity Interval Training, aka HIIT, is a training method that burns calories at twice the rate of traditional aerobic exercise. The ...
Views: 845 - How Do I Make My Diet Work? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Joshua KozakSixty percent of people in America are considered to be overweight, and twenty percent of those are obese. Being overweight or obese is bad, and can lead to a whole lot of health complications, including heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes, just to name a few. But losing weight can be ...
Views: 770 - How Much Protein Do I Need and How Frequent Do I Have To Eat To Build Mucle? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Joshua KozakGreat question! EVERYONE has a different opinion on how much protein you need to gain muscle. I've read anywhere from only 40g to a monstrous 3 x your bodyweight! If you don't eat enough protein, then your muscles are malnourished and atrophy. But if you consume too much protein, then you put a ...
Views: 912 - How To and How Not To Exercise For Teensf - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Joshua KozakIf you're a teen, you may not be sure how to exercise to get fit, stay healthy or, lose or gain weight. The good news is, there's a lot of variety to choose from that will work. That being said, it helps to learn about the different ways you can exercise so you can get results, reach your ...
Views: 782 - How To Eat Vegan - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2012 from Joshua KozakPeople choose a plant based diet for many reasons. The term Vegan means no animal products of any sort. Whereas vegetarians like to use egg and milk products, which both come from an animal but does there is no need for the killing of the living animal. Some people refuse to eat eggs because ...
Views: 784 - How To Get In Shape by Working Out - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Joshua KozakGetting in shape is a common goal, but what exactly does it mean and how do you do it? Getting in shape is a personal experience, that depends on your age, preferences, lifestyle and other factors. Take for instance, a mom with four kids may have different goals from a mountain climber. In ...
Views: 1257 - How To Lose Weight The Healthy Way. - by Submitted on May 09, 2012 from Joshua KozakBasically losing weight is about burning more calories than you consume. It seems easy, but if were really that simple, we wouldn’t be facing an obesity epidemic. Too often we take outrageous measures to see results -- diets pills or those weird fitness machines on infomercials that promise ...
Views: 817 - Importance of Exercising For Seniors - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Joshua KozakIf you knew you were going to live to 100, then would you take better care of yourself? It's true that some people are born with better genes, and can have a diet consisting of beer and bacon and live until there 100. But, most of us aren’t quite so lucky and need exercise and proper nutrition ...
Views: 740 - Inspirational Weight Loss Motivation by Coach Kozak! You said tomorrow yesterday. - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Joshua KozakI’m Coach Kozak and I’ve felt compelled to give you motivation to lose weight. I have had the privilege to train over 1 million people and along the way I’ve seen every mistake and pitfall that people make. It all starts and ends in your head. Almost all of the reasons people fail at losing ...
Views: 1529 - Key Factors for Designing an Exercise Program - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Joshua KozakThe following components are essential to a safe and effective cardiovascular exercise program. While this sets a foundation, it is not an exclusive list. New exercisers are encouraged to have a check-up and doctor's approval before beginning any exercise program. Determining how hard to ...
Views: 1020 - Stretching the Safe Way - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2012 from Joshua KozakFor a long time, stretching has been viewed as a necessary part of fitness, yet stretching itself hasn’t received a lot of attention. Recent studies show how forces act on the body gives us a new way to think about stretching and gives us safe stretching techniques. When stretching, force is ...
Views: 707 - The Best Ways to Start a Workout Routine if You’re Overweight - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Joshua KozakStarting a new workout routine is hard for everyone, but it can be especially hard if you are overweight or obese. The environment of a health club can be intimidating and developing a program can be uncomfortable and confusing. Exercise for obese and overweight people is essential. Physical ...
Views: 811 - The best workout can be at home - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Joshua KozakResearch has shown that a large number of people end up quitting their exercise regimens when they join gyms. The motivation needed to keep going often reduces and in the end most people tend to give up. On the other hand, those who actually work at exercising in their homes, tend to do a much ...
Views: 686 - The Ever Growing Sport of MMA and Its Leaders - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Joshua KozakThings can change in a blink of an eye within the sports world. It wasn’t too long ago that everyone was talking about how fast NASCAR was growing. There were even some people that thought NASCAR had a chance to dethrone the NFL, but they have all since been silenced. The sport of NASCAR has ...
Views: 1507 - The Health Benefits Of Running - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2012 from Joshua KozakThere are many side effects of running that are positive and maybe somehow unexpected. The muscles all over the body get stronger and some find it a lot easier to find the six pack we all have there somewhere under the layers of fat on our stomach. Psychological and physical issues of health ...
Views: 748 - The Healthiest Way To Gain Weight - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Joshua KozakMost people aren’t very sympathetic to anyone trying to gain weight. With much of America battling obesity, being too thin doesn’t seem like a problem to many. But for those struggling to maintain a healthy weight or are trying to gain weight, it can be really difficult. A few of the top ...
Views: 731 - The High Protein Diet Reviewed Over Time - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Joshua KozakThe high protein diet may be one of the most well-known diets. It is a high-protein, high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet plan. This diet has been around for about 50 years and has made many changes. The diet previously allowed for unrestricted amounts of meat, cheese, and eggs while restricting ...
Views: 988 - Tips For Teenage Weight Loss - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Joshua KozakI get a lot of messages from teens with a variety of questions about exercise and weight loss: Is it safe to workout? How many times a week should I exercise? How can I lose fat? There aren't always easy answers to these questions, but there's one thing working in your favor: The younger you ...
Views: 1274 - Training For Olympic Martial Arts - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Joshua KozakIn basic terms, losing weight is about burning more calories than you eat. Although, none of us would have a weight problem if were really that simple. Often we take drastic measures in order to see results such as diets, pills or fitness gadgets on infomercials that promise instant results. ...
Views: 777 - What is Cardio Exercise? - by Submitted on May 09, 2012 from Joshua KozakCardio exercise is also known as aerobic exercise or cardiovascular exercise. It recruits large muscle groups over long periods of time. A few examples of cardio exercise are walking, running, cycling, swimming, athletics, and even vacuuming. When you participate in aerobic exercise, your heart ...
Views: 1369 - What’s a Good Home Workout Routine For Men? - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Joshua KozakAll you need to work out at home is some planning and creativity. It’s definitely possible to workout with any weights. Machines can make it easier to organize a routine, but that doesn’t make them the best form of exercise. This is how to create an effective home exercise routine that will save ...
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