Self Improvement Site
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
Articles from Emile Jarreau | Selfgrowth.com
- The Healing Benefits of Fish Oil - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Emile JarreauAre you aware of the many healing benefits of fish oil? There is compelling evidence to suggest that your cardiovascular system can greatly benefit from it, which in turn helps people who are suffering from, or have a high risk of, cardiovascular disease. While your lifestyle habits, diet, ...
Views: 897 - Reasons for Colon Cleansing - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2009 from Emile JarreauThe next time you reach for that fast food––whether it’s chicken nuggets, burgers, or fries–– think about the horrific job you are giving your poor colon. Obviously, you shouldn’t center your whole life around the condition of your colon, but you should be aware of the benefits of a healthy ...
Views: 893(2 votes) - Boost Your Brain with Fish Oil - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhat do dodocosahexaenoic acid or DHA and eicosapentaenoic acid or EPA have in common? They are the two compounds that make up the famed of omega-3 fatty acids. We have all heard how incredibly healthy these fish oils are for our bodies in helping to lower blood pressure, reduce overall ...
Views: 890(1 vote) - What to Do When an Eating Disorder Causes You to Fight with Your Child - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2009 from Emile JarreauIf you suspect or know that your teen is suffering from an eating disorder, you are probably doing everything in your power to help him or her. Unfortunately, it’s likely that your child is not interested in your help, and could actually lash out at you for offering your advice or ordering him ...
Views: 886(1 vote) - How Cables Can Work Your Core - by Submitted on May 23, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhen most people grab one of the cables machines in the gym they do so to hit their arms or chest muscles. The fact is cable exercises for your core can also provide some of the greatest exercise benefits of all. One fantastic advantage with cables is because cables don't have a singular plane ...
Views: 882 - Bodybuilding Facts - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Emile JarreauIn order to truly become the best bodybuilder you can be, you can’t forget that bodybuilding facts are based on science. If you want to succeed, you must immerse yourself in the facts surrounding the act of bodybuilding. Think of what would happen if you tried to drive a car by pushing the brake ...
Views: 880 - The History of Fish Oil- A breakthrough in Medicine - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Emile JarreauYou might think that fish oil is a recent revelation, and in a way, it is. The science behind why fish oil works has caught up with the effects, so now people are more familiar with why fish oil is so great and what it is actually doing in your body. But, believe it or not, it has been around as ...
Views: 877 - Two Main Causes of Eating Disorders - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Emile JarreauThe two main causes of eating disorders are fashion and culture. In other words, without fashion or culture, the pressure to be thin would not be so pervasive in modern society. For many years, fashion models have been as thin as possible, and people who weren’t underweight (by health standards) ...
Views: 869 - Choosing a Weight Lifting Program for Women - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2009 from Emile JarreauOne of the most effective activities for getting your body into shape and losing weight is something that many women are scared to try. Weightlifting can be a daunting activity for a beginner especially in a crowded gym environment. Seeing the scores of overly muscled men as they throw about ...
Views: 868 - Should You Get a Personal a Mixed Martial Arts Trainer? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Emile JarreauIf you think you have potential to be a Mixed Martial Arts (or MMA) fighter, you might be wondering: should you get a personal MMA trainer? You have to keep in mind that the very best mixed martial arts masters have a lot of training, and just like with most skills in life, it is easier to learn ...
Views: 860(2 votes) - The Surprising Benefits of Fish Oil - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Emile JarreauYes, there are some surprising benefits of fish oil that you might not even know about. The more studies conducted on it, the more amazing and unexpected results come about. You might be aware of some of the benefits, like lower inflammation, better cardiovascular health, etc. Below are some of ...
Views: 857(4 votes) - What are Benefits of Fish Oil in our Body? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2009 from Emile JarreauThere’s something special about that stuff called fish oil. Did you know that modern humanity might have actually split off from its earlier ancestors because its members had started consuming it as part of their new seafood diet? Many of our ancestors in the East African Rift Valley began to ...
Views: 857(1 vote) - Juice Your Way to 10 Pounds of Fat Loss FAST! - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauOkay, I am not talking about some newfangled human juicing machine that will literally squeeze the body fat off of you; I am talking about drinking juice in order to lose fat. Of all the diets that you may have encountered over the years, juice diets may be the most effective at helping you ...
Views: 844(1 vote) - How Diet and Exercise Affects My Cholesterol Level - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauCholesterol. We hear a lot about it, most of it simply “you have to lower your cholesterol levels or you will get heart disease” but there is a bit more to this substance that needs to be learned in order to truly understand what it does, why we need it, and why we DON’T need too much of ...
Views: 843(2 votes) - Twisting Crunches for Incredible Core Results - by Submitted on May 23, 2009 from Emile JarreauSporting a set of ripped abs is just about everyone’s goal. Millions of dollars are spent by companies advertising products that promise this specific result. Having strong abdominal muscles goes beyond just aesthetics though as your core is involved in just about every movement of your body and ...
Views: 843 - But I Don’t Need a Personal Trainer! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Emile JarreauWho needs a stinking personal trainer? I can work out myself. I can go to the gym, lift the weights, and run on the treadmill, all by myself. Why in the HECK would I want to pay someone $50/hour or more to tell me what I already know? Not to mention the fact that they are always in your face, ...
Views: 835 - 4 Things that You Need to Consider While Selecting a Suitable Weight Loss Program - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauWe all know that obesity is a big issue currently in America and in most other developed nations and as a result the market has become flooded with countless weight loss programs of various types. Choosing a particular weight loss program that will be ideal for you from among such a huge variety ...
Views: 834(1 vote) - Principles of Advanced Bodybuilding - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Emile JarreauBodybuilding is probably one of the most effective ways known to man to increase muscle mass and shed pounds of fat. The weight training itself helps to burn significant calories while the muscles you build will speed up your metabolism and allow you to burn calories all day long even when ...
Views: 833(1 vote) - Fat Loss with Strength Training - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2009 from Emile JarreauHigh intensive training that involves cardio and full body workout is known as 'strength training'. Contrary to the popular belief, Strength Training not only adds stamina but also flexibility and agility. It goes beyond adding mere bulging muscles to the body frames. It is helpful for athletes ...
Views: 823(1 vote) - Eating Disorders: A MAN’S Problem? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Emile JarreauEating disorders can be one of the most harmful and troubling things that occur in a person's lifetime. The combination of the stress that they feel and oftentimes depression that leads to them, coupled with the harmful effects that eating disorders create in a person's physical life, make him a ...
Views: 819(1 vote) - Fish Oil for a Healthy Heart - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauIt seems that the healthy benefits of fish oil and omega-3 fatty acids are still being discovered. Aside from all of the health giving benefits of has been credited with in recent years, it seems that one of the most profound is its ability to help protect our hearts. Protecting our hearts is ...
Views: 804(1 vote) - Jump Ropes Aren't Just for Boxers- Jumping Rope for Fat Loss - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhat do you picture in your mind when you hear the words JUMP ROPE? Maybe it is a group of girls hitting a beat while playing double Dutch (very advanced jump rope) on the playground, or maybe you see a well chiseled boxer covered with sweat from head to toe as he completes a grueling jump rope ...
Views: 804(1 vote) - The Glycemic Index Chart - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Emile JarreauThe glycemic index chart requires a little research before you can fully understand and benefit from it. Fortunately, once you understand the numbers, your life will change for the better. Even if it seems a little intimidating, it really is one of the most important concepts you can know when ...
Views: 804 - Is Fish Oil Harmful? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Emile JarreauEveryone always talks about how great fish oil, but have you ever asked yourself: “Is fish oil harmful?” It wouldn’t be surprising if the possibility never crossed your mind, because no one really talks about any negative effects of it. However, that doesn’t mean there isn’t the potential for ...
Views: 803 - The Secret to a Ripped and Super Strong Core: Stabilization - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhat if you could get your abs in incredible shape and strengthen your core to the max, without ever doing ONE exercise? Believe it or not, you can. First of all, unless you are brand new to the exercise WORLD, you probably know one simple fact of life about your midsection. Working out your ...
Views: 803 - Fat Loss Secrets: Short Term Goals to Achieve Long Term Success - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2009 from Emile JarreauSome people who are looking to lose weight simply never achieve their goal but it's not due to their lack of motivation or even the amount of work they do, they simply get lost in the process. What I mean is, there are so many directions that a fat loss program can take it can be simply ...
Views: 795 - How to Lose 10 Pounds If You Are Over 40 - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauAs you age, it may seem more difficult to lose weight as you approach 40. People must realize that losing weight works using the same mentality no matter what age you are. Even if you are approaching 40, the exercise and dietary routines are the same to effectively lose weight. There are many ...
Views: 790 - Does your Fish Oil Make the Grade? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauThose of us who ingest fish oil on a regular basis, either through eating servings of fresh fish on a weekly basis or through taking it in capsules, probably assume that all it is created equal. This is just not the case. The fact is that it is derived from certain types of fish can actually be ...
Views: 789(1 vote) - Why You Can’t Shed 10 Pounds In 2 Days - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauWouldn’t it be nice to be able to shed 10 pounds in 48 hours, prior to a big event where you want to look good? Instead of staying in good shape year round, or planning ahead for a big event, most people wait until the last minute and then try to shed 10 pounds overnight to achieve the way they ...
Views: 786(2 votes) - The World’s Best Kept Secrets for Fat Loss - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Emile JarreauOkay I'm going to go ahead and admit that the title of this article sounds like a late night infomercial you might've caught part of last Saturday night. But the fact is I am going to reveal the world's best kept secrets for fat loss; whether or not you choose to heed the advice is up to ...
Views: 785(1 vote) - 3 Ways You Can Decrease Your Risk of Hypertension Right Now - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauHypertension, in case you haven’t heard, is another way of saying high blood pressure. It can lead to all sorts of ailments, most notable fatal heart attacks. One of the scariest things about this malady is that we often have little or no symptoms at so the only time that some folks find out ...
Views: 783(1 vote) - Incinerate Your Body Fat Fast with Lethal Fat Loss Secrets - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Emile JarreauObesity is a big issue with most westerners and everybody who is obese or overweight is trying real hard to drop those extra pounds and trim their bulging belly in order to gain a slimmer and trimmer body that looks attractive and glamorous. And then there are people, especially women, who, ...
Views: 776 - Fish Oil: The Sure Cure for the Deadly Condition of Silent Inflammation - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauDoctors may not always agree on everything, from diagnosis to specific treatments, but they all pretty much unanimously agree on one thing: inflammation causes disease. Every disease known to man. Now, we are all familiar with chronic inflammation such as that that occurs when we feel actual ...
Views: 774(1 vote) - How to Prevent Back Pain with Traditional Athletic Abdominal Conditioning - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Emile JarreauWatching infomercials about the new, hot abdominal device or the cute little videos with the guys and girls that model an already lean and impressive set of rippling core muscles in a commercial workout that promises you an amazing set of abs with 5 minutes of work a couple of times a ...
Views: 768 - Fighting the Silent Killer - Heart Disease - with Exercise and Fat Loss - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauThere used to be a time when things like heart disease and high cholesterol were reserved for older folks. In fact, people in their 30’s and 40’s didn’t even give these subjects a second thought. That time is no more. Nowadays, the numbers of individuals who are overweight have high blood ...
Views: 759(1 vote) - Stop Overeating and Lose 10 Pounds - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauObesity is a leading cause of death in this country. It causes things like heart disease, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, and many more ailments that can lead to an early death. Obesity is also one of the easiest health problems to overcome because in most cases, you do have at ...
Views: 758(1 vote) - Bodybuilding Techniques - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Emile JarreauThere has been a lot of research conducted on bodybuilding, and separating the wheat from the chaff when it comes to proper bodybuilding techniques can be a challenge. Fortunately, if you study the facts about bodybuilding, you will be able to tell when someone is full of it and when someone ...
Views: 753 - Fat Loss Tips for Women - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhen it comes to fat loss for women, it can be a pretty unforgiving world indeed. Just about every magazine you pick up has some shapely starlet on the cover looking slim and toned in a beautiful designer gown, or one that's featuring about how a popular actress must've gained a few pounds based ...
Views: 752(1 vote) - Do you want a unique fat burning whole body workout in 30 minutes or less? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauIt seems pretty trite to say that we all want to get ripped and lean but do so in the shortest amount of time, but it is a trite saying that I hear over and over again. Everyone will ALWAYS be looking for shortcuts to weight loss and physical fitness. The problem is, many people look to pills ...
Views: 742 - Tallying Your Glycemic Load - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Emile JarreauThere are a number of benefits that you can get by following the glycemic index, but it can be pretty confusing unless you are already familiar with how it works. In order to get the best results, you should integrate it into your diet. So, first of all, what is a glycemic index? All of the ...
Views: 742 - 4 Steps in the Art of Fat Loss - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Emile JarreauAfter a 31 year journey so far, the same conclusion once again has been reached……there are no shortcuts and “no” there is nothing “new” about achieving fat loss. Human beings upon a certain point in our awareness begin to acquire the need to create efficiency ...
Views: 741(1 vote) - Bodybuilding Tips for Overcoming the Plateau - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Emile JarreauIf you are interested in making continual progress in bodybuilding, the following bodybuilding tips will be worth the read. First, you must keep in mind that there is going to be a time where you aren’t getting the results you want, or even any results at all. There are reasons for this, and in ...
Views: 741 - Coronary Heart Disease: Reduce Your Risk in Just 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauOk, here is a quick quiz: Which phrase is scarier to you... Great White Shark or Coronary Heart Disease? If you are like most people, hearing the words Great White Shark brings to mind an image of a terrifying man eating monster that could swallow you whole, while hearing the words Coronary ...
Views: 735(1 vote) - Benefits of Fish Oil Supplements - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Emile JarreauThere are a surprising number of benefits of fish oil supplements. They have exploded in popularity in recent years, due in part to the mastery of certain processes that root out all of the toxins in the oil, leaving behind just the Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids. You have to keep in mind that ...
Views: 732 - Is Fish Oil Harmful To Our Health? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Emile JarreauMost people have already heard all the hype about how great fish oil is, but how many people have asked themselves: is fish oil harmful? It seems like a counterintuitive question to ask––after all, if these were bad for anybody, you would have heard about it by now… right? Well, although it ...
Views: 732 - How Fish Oil Can Benefit Your Health - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Emile JarreauIf you’ve heard about fish oil lately, you’ve probably wondered how it can benefit your health. It isn’t really self-explanatory; at least, not in the same way that “diet pills” or “anti-depressants” are. The sheer number of different ways fish oil can benefit your health is pretty staggering, ...
Views: 729 - Intermediate Bodybuilders: Stage two and beyond - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Emile JarreauOk, so now your training wheels are off. You have been bodybuilding for 6-12 months, made some fantastic progress, and are ready to take your bodybuilding workouts to the next level. It is in this stage of bodybuilding where some of the most impressive gains are made, OR, the bodybuilder simply ...
Views: 728(1 vote) - Bodybuilding Basics for Packing on the Muscle - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Emile JarreauJust about everyone knows how effective bodybuilding can be for transforming one's body. Packing on serious amounts of muscle and losing serious amounts of fat can go a long way to helping you achieve the look of the physique you've always wanted. Bodybuilding is a popular pastime for many and ...
Views: 722(1 vote) - Health Benefits of Fish Oil - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Emile JarreauIt’s hard to put a price on good health, and research has shown that the health benefits of fish oil just keep on coming. You might not be aware of all the ways that fish oil can improve your quality of life. It’s not just a theoretical pill that might help you down the road. After a short time ...
Views: 720(1 vote) - Stress Management Tips - by Submitted on May 30, 2009 from Emile JarreauWe all get stressed. We have situations in life to deal with everyday that can put us in stressful situations from our jobs, our families, and even just driving in our cards. Stressful situations are all around us and it is how we deal with them that ultimately determines how they will affect ...
Views: 719(1 vote)