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Are You a Health Millionaire?

I had an experience once that taught me that I was health rich beyond measure. This was about 20 years ago and at that time I was selling exercise equipment for a nationwide outlet in a mall in Southern California. I believed in the product and I enjoyed teaching people how to use the exercise machines and the benefits of a regular exercise program. I did not make much money but I enjoy helping people improve their lives and I always have and always will.

One day a very nice young woman came into the store and asked for me by name. She told me that I came highly recommended by a friend of hers who was very happy with the new exercise equipment I sold them. I thanked her and asked her “how can I help you?” She told me it was her husband who needed my help. She said that he would come by the store later that day and that she wanted me to assist him. I told her that I would be glad to help him.

She then told me that selling him on exercise and buying the equipment will not be easy that he is a tough customer. She said that he owns his own business and he was used to getting his way. She further said that he was recovering from a heart attack and multiple bypass surgeries, that she and the doctors were urging him to start exercising soon and he was resisting the idea. The doctors had said that he needed to make some changes in his life like an exercise program or they feared that the next heart attack may be fatal.

This very nice woman started becoming a little emotional. She said “our life is wonderful together I do not want to lose him just when everything is coming together for us and our children.” I assured her that if he had the slightest inclination to start an exercise routine that I would find it and move him to buy the equipment and get started. We exchanged a few more words, she thanked me and left.

Later that day toward the end of my shift the lady’s husband came into the store and asked for me. I met a very pleasant gentleman, middle aged, intelligent, successful but obviously ill and out of shape. I took him through the different pieces of equipment we had, explaining the features and benefits. At the same time I also explained how to begin an exercise program and its benefits.

He listened patiently but I could see that he would have rather been anywhere but here in this store talking with me about exercise and its equipment. Soon he was taking control of the conversation and steering it in the direction he wanted it to go. I knew I was losing his attention and before long I would not be able to help him or his wife and children.

He started talking about all his business success, his property and showing me pictures of his RV and their place in the mountains. He was really enjoying himself now as he talked about a motorcycle he had, his boat and many other things that he had acquired. I kept silent as he went on and on but there was a realization I was coming to about him and his situation that I could not fully put into words yet.

He was now finishing up and getting ready to leave the store. In another moment I was going get a handshake, a smile and his back as he walked out into the mall. But during the handshake I caught him up and I said “Before you leave I need to tell you something personal that you need to hear.” He looked a little startled and said “what’s that”?

I stepped just outside the store with him and said “Let me tell you something I have been thinking about while you were talking”. Here is what I said, “Everything you have, your business, money, property, house, cabin, RV, motorcycle, boat, your power, mean nothing if you do not have your health. They are only things that are worth less then the dust on the bottoms of your shoes without you. You could go out today, lose everything and get it all back, which could be easy for you. But you cannot buy back your health and not your family; they are what is important. And without your health even your family is in jeopardy.” I stopped talking and then stood there looking at him waiting for a reply.

I noticed he seemed a little red faced and a bit angry from the look on his face. I thought to myself that possibly I was going to have a complaint logged against me by this man. Then he started to talk “You know what, you have brought up something that I have not thought of in quite the way you put it, you got to me. I will be back tomorrow afternoon with my wife and we will pick out some equipment so I can get started, thanks.” He shook my hand again, turned and walked down the mall corridor toward the parking structure. He and his wife were back that next afternoon just like he said and we completed the sale with no further problems.

I still think about that incident in my life because it was a turning point of sorts for me as well as him. I had really not thought about what I told him until just that moment when I spoke to him and that realization came together just then. I myself had just recovered from a year and a half struggle with a cancer. It was the same prostate cancer that had killed both my father and grandfather.

It was a profound experience and I was of course elated that I had cured my cancer but until that moment in the mall I had not put any value on just how much it meant to me. The reality was that the experience of curing the cancer had made me rich beyond imagining. That experience gave me the ability to cure any disease and that is priceless.

I would never have to fear that some symptom I was feeling was a fatal disease. I would never suffer with a chronic disease. I would never have some doctor tell me you are going to be on this medication for the rest of your life. I would never have to face chemo, radiation or surgical procedures for cancer. And I couldn’t care less if I had medical insurance coverage.

How could I say that? Simply put, I learned to cure my own cancer by using traditional Naturopathic medical techniques. These Natural cure techniques were demanding there was nothing easy about it. It was as though I had taken on a second job. I was busy from the time I got up in the morning till I went to bed at night for over a year and a half. I was constantly either cleansing or detoxing or purging garbage out of my body nonstop. But I found the strength to do it because of the successes I was seeing in my health. And I learned that it is within the capabilities of anyone to do just what I did. Out of that Naturopathic experience I gained the knowledge of what it takes to cure any disease, period. And over the nearly twenty years since then I have applied those techniques over and over for myself and numerous other people.

I know what you might be thinking, “you may think that what I said is not medically scientific and has not been proven to work”. Well, I did not have time to wait for medical science. And quite frankly their track record and knowledge of what it takes to cure any illness is weak. They have not cured one disease in over half a century.

Naturopathic Medicine on the other hand has an ancient and honorable track record of curing disease for over 8,000 years. Obviously such a long usage of herbs, foods and cleansing techniques by common man justifies their use of the term “Traditional Naturopathic Medicine” as a scientific description and definition.

But regardless of how what I just said plays out in the confused world of medicine, money and politics I found my answer. And that answer as I said at the beginning of this article has made me health rich beyond measure, how about you? Are you health rich beyond measure, I think you and your family deserve to be don’t you?

Dr. Paul Blake N.D.

Paul Blake is a doctor of herbal medicine and a master herbalist. He used naturopathic medicine to treat his own case of cancer eighteen years ago. Visit Paul’s website on Herbal Remedies, Natural Healing Herbs for more interesting information on improving your health, or visit Paul?s Health Blog for additional articles and commentary on nutritional healing.

Underarm Whitening – Different Options to Whiten Your Underarm…

Dark underarms are always the problems of most women, and considered a hindrance to their perfection. That is why tons of underarm whitening products can be seen almost everywhere because of the growing concern by both male and female. Yes! Now even men are deeply concerned just like with their opposite sex.

Because of the constant complain by females on men’s unsightly, long and smelly underarm they have decided to shave it as well. This circumstance created a boom in laser hair removal, since it provides a more permanent result.

Shaving alone can indeed remove the unwanted hair but it can also darken your underarm. Plus it can also leave your underarm rough, and totally unattractive. To counter this, men and women now use underarm whitening to treat the condition.

Before deciding on the different option available to you, it is better to study first the pros and cons of kind of treatments.

A skin clinic to lighten your underarm can cost you a bundle and lots of time, since it takes 6 -8 sessions to finally get the desired results. It’s the primary reason why most people just prefer to take care of the problem at the privacy of their own home. Should you decided to do the same, keep in mind these two important warnings concerning common remedies for dark underarm.

1. Mercury – Several skin whitening products contain mercury that causes or link to neurological damage if repeatedly use. In fact, in the state of Minnesota the use of mercury is prohibited.

2. Hydroquinone – Is an ordinary allergic reaction to hives, swelling and itching. Furthermore, it is also linked to cancer that health official from other countries banned this from being part of the ingredient for skin whitening. Except in America where it still being used, although it’s already in the process of being banned since more countries are continuing to prohibit its use.

You have the choice to either avoid these two dangerous components or still patronize the use of underarm whitening that contains these so called harmful ingredients. Just always remember that these two has the potential to harm you.

Underarm whitening that contains harsh substance and expensive skin treatments work just the same in principle. They specifically work to peel the dark skin away, this may be good for you but not for your sensitive skin. Deodorant is just the same, it cannot be used when the skin has a blister or cut and with skin peeling it can intentionally damage your skin.

There are now a new line of products that specifically address these concerns. Now the best way to whiten underarm is through melanin pigmentation, with melanin you are assured that your skin will not peel or exposed to any harmful ingredients.

While best and last option is none other than to ignore those people who does not even matter in your life. Nobody can forced you to do anything about your underarm so if you want to ignore it, you can. The choice is yours, the underarm whitening products is just everywhere.

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Sign of an Enlarged Prostate – Knowing the Symptoms Can Help You Cope With Them…

We all know that as we all grow older there are certain changes in the way our body functions aside from the usual ageing signs. With men growing older the problem usually has to do with their enlarged prostate. In fact, it is so common to all most middle age men that it is no longer a real issue other than the fact that this illness cannot be stop. Yes! Sad to say there is no way to stop it from happening to you.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is more commonly known as enlarged prostate. The prostate may be enlarged but it does not mean that it’s cancerous or infectious. But in fact an illness that normally associated with older men. A normal signs of ageing and maturing when some of our body functions is already failing or not performing the way they used to be. There are certain complications attach to this condition there are the Prostatitis and chronic prostatitis.

Prostatitis is the condition that made the glands to swell probably due to infection. You will know you have an enlarged prostate if you have fever, since it’s usually the signs of infection wherein your body is fighting the bacteria, a simple antibiotic will take care of the problem. A Chronic Prostatitis on the other hand is more complicated and harder to treat due to its repetitive nature.

Aside from these two complications, the most obvious and sole symptoms of BPH is frequent urges to urinate almost every night. This will be the major concern of older men, because it will cause them to sleep late or sometimes prevent them from sleeping properly.

A symptom of urination can leave you with the feeling of soreness while peeing, pain in urinating, your urine has blood, dribbling urine. These are things that you will experiences as part of your symptoms. If the problem is so severe you can also experiences sexual frustration and pain while ejaculating.

To avoid these complications it’s essential that you take care of the problems right away. There are treatments available to take care of the complications before it reaches a more severe condition. Plus, if you were able to know your illness the likelihood of being treated is huge, a consultation which doctor can give you more detailed information.

There is nothing to worry about enlarged prostate condition since its happening to almost 90% of older men. You just need to be conscious of the symptoms to avoid future problems. If you really want to take of it a simple surgery is possible, but there are a few side effects to this, like the total loss of sexual appetite and infertility. So if these are no longer an issue with you, a surgery can help you.

BPH should not be the source of your loss of sleep since it is part of growing older. What you need to do instead is find out a better way to cope with your condition. There is nothing wrong in trying other form of treatment if that can help you. So don’t limit yourself, if you know of a better way to stop or cure your enlarged prostate go ahead and take it. But consult with your doctor first to avoid additional complications.

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Find Room in Your House to Use For a Sauna Room - Easily!

I’ve written before on the benefits of a sauna, so I am not going to go into the specifics at this time. This article will be about what section of your house you’ll be able to use as a “sauna space”. Many people may recognize where the most appropriate place to devote to your sauna, or some of us d not have a big enough house, thus what do is one to do?

First question one would ask is how much area would I have to devote to a sauna room? Take for example 2-person saunas. Once set up it only takes a four’ by four’ space. They can be plugged into a daily outlet, and heat up rather quickly and efficiently. Another consideration is how many people will be using the sauna at once? Ultimately how much actual space you have to devote to this space and the area you would like to position your sauna in will determine what size you get.

If ALL of your space is at a premium and it’s hard to figure out room in your house for a sauna space, contemplate a movable sauna. They are about the size of an overstuffed chair and fold neatly into a giant flat suitcase. Then when not in use, you can store them in a closet or beneath your bed. These are glorious for individuals living in studio or small apartments. I have been able to actually see one of these in action, and that they work very nicely. The ONLY draw back that I can see is that they are not going to look as nice as a hemlock or cedar sauna.

Another thought for placement of a sauna room area is outside. There are tons of outdoor sauna kits available, and these are simply just as nice as the inside units. They are assembled in a few hours and are extremely watertight. The outside type and style of saunas that I favor are the ones that have exterior finishes made out of bamboo. Besides looking really nice, the outside finishes are extremely rugged to any or all what the outside weather can throw at them. They are therefore nice looking and when they are assembled and together, they appear like a custom piece.

If you feel extremely ambitious, you can design or purchase plans to completely build your own indoor or outdoor sauna room from scratch. This can be more rewarding but if you are not feeling so inclined, or do not have the appropriate skills, maybe type of build is not for you. I know for my own personal tastes, I would rather buy a pre-assembled kit and just do some minor assembly.

Do not let the size of your house be the only consideration if you want to enjoy sauna room benefits inside or out. There are enough styles, sizes and designs of saunas that what ever your necessities might be, they will be met, and you’ll be able really enjoy and have a pleasant relaxing time in your own sauna room.

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Benefits of Resveratrol Select

Looking for a supplement that can increase energy, promote weight loss, support a healthy heart, and slow the aging process? These are just some of the benefits of Resveratrol Select, a nutritional supplement containing the natural compound resveratrol, as well as nutrients and antioxidants. Resveratrol Select is a wise option for those seeking a way to provide their body with the tools for optimal well-being.

What exactly is resveratrol? It is a natural phenolic compound found in the skin of grapes as well as peanuts and darker berries such as cranberries and blueberries. Resveratrol has been shown in clinical trials with animals to have profound health benefits, reducing inflammation, regulating blood sugar levels, preventing blood clots and the build-up of bad cholesterol. It is also believed to have anti-cancer properties, acting as a protective antioxidant for proper cellular functioning.

Prevalent in grape skins, this potent antioxidant is also found in red wine, making resveratrol a possible link to solving the ‘French paradox.’ French people tend to eat a diet high in rich, fatty foods, which would normally lead to a population of overweight people with heart problems and high cholesterol levels. In reality, the French tend to have very low rates of heart disease and obesity. Some believe this is because of the high consumption of red wine, and resveratrol. At this point there are not enough conclusive studies on humans to demonstrate the potential benefits of this natural compound; researchers are continuing to study how positive it can be for people. Although no single pill can substitute for a healthy diet and moderate exercise, this nutritional supplement can enhance health and well-being, supporting a healthy lifestyle with the truly remarkable benefits of Resveratrol Select, and no negative side effects.

Resveratrol has been combined with other beneficial phytochemicals and nutrients in Resveratrol Select, so the benefits of this compound can be enjoyed by everyone. Taking this supplement is equivalent to drinking two hundred glasses of wine, without having to consume the calories or alcohol of wine. It also supplies the body with chromium, an essential mineral necessary for the efficient synthesis of cholesterol, fats, and proteins. Nine in ten Americans do not get enough chromium in their diet, which can lead to an increased risk of cholesterol build-up and poor metabolism. Resveratrol Select contains green tea leaf extract, which is essentially a concentrated dose of anti-aging, cell-protecting antioxidants.

With the synchronicity of resveratrol, chromium, and green tea, the benefits of Resveratrol Select may help people lose weight, have more energy and stamina, while at the same time preventing heart disease. Will taking this nutritional supplement recreate the ‘French paradox’? Maybe not, but it is at least a part of the puzzle of genuine health. It is a simple and safe solution for people having trouble losing weight, or concerned about cholesterol levels, or even those facing fatigue on a daily basis. As the interest in resveratrol continues, health-conscious people will become more and more aware of the benefits of Resveratrol Select.

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Super Antioxidant of the Decade - The Benefits of Exact Resveratrol

The benefits of the powerful antioxidant, Exact resveratrol, are becoming widely known across the globe. The phytochemical was unintentionally discovered in a study performed in 1990, looking to unravel the mystery behind the “French paradox”- the nation’s low rate of heart disease despite routinely consuming the high fat foods characteristic of their cuisine.

The study reported that their record good health could be attributed to a high resveratrol intake from regular consumption of French red wine. Since then, there have been a number of studies performed, which examine the numerous health benefits of this miracle antioxidant. The current surmounting positive benefits it has shown to have on our health cannot be ignored.

Exact resveratrol is found in select foods including peanuts, blueberries, cranberries and walnuts, though the highest concentration is found in red grapes used to make wine and juice. Both natural and mechanically engineered supplements are becoming increasingly available at health food stores worldwide.

Powerhouse Antioxidant

The human body naturally produces antioxidants to fight off diseases caused by harmful environmental free radicals such as cancer, heart disease and Parkinson’s, among others. However, as it matures, the production of antioxidants significantly decreases, making it more susceptible to pollution. Studies have shown that taking high dosages of Exact Resveratrol acts as an antioxidant “boost”, that can help protect against these dangerous, but unavoidable free radicals. The recommended dosage is between 20-50 mg, and is determined by age.

Weight Loss Supplement

it is important to note that exact resveratrol works by increasing the production of sirtuin, a protein that metabolizes fat and regulates blood sugar levels. A fast metabolism not only aids in weight loss, but also in sustaining a healthy weight. Its remarkable ability to reduce the fat cell count in persons that are consuming a high fat diet has lead to a recent increase in the antioxidants effects on those suffering from obesity.

Liver Detoxification

For those who are looking for a natural alternative to the synthetic pharmaceuticals more commonly prescribed as treatment to liver disease, you just might be in luck. In a recent experiment determining the effects of the phytochemical, a controlled group of rats suffering from fatty liver disease were fed a restricted, low fat diet. A select few were also injected with resveratrol. The results indicated a decrease in concentration of liver fat in group that were given the injection, which slowed the spreading of the disease.

Anti-Aging Effects

Exact resveratrol is one of the few plant chemicals that causes the body to act as though it is following a caloric restricted diet, which is believed to prolong the life span. It purifies and cleanses you from the inside, flushing out the toxins accumulated from everyday life. Studies performed on small organisms such as fruit flies and yeast experienced an increase in lifespan by as high as 50% when treated with the chemical. Reports have shown that physical results include firmer, tighter skin, while internally you will feel an increase in endurance.

Research for Exact resveratrol is a young, but highly active area explored today. Keep yourself up-to-date and informed as more astounding health benefits are arising each year.

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Could a Man’s Midlife Crisis be Hormones?

A male midlife crisis is often associated with “the male crazies” when men make decisions to that reinforce their ebbing youth and fights the winds of aging. Be it buying a new sports car, altering physical appearance or some other action of age defiance, men are saying, “I refuse to admit that I am getting older,” or “I refuse to admit that I am mortal”.

Consider that underlying changes are taking place in a man’s chemistry during this time. Starting about age 27, key hormones start to decline. Hormones control the entire chemistry of the body. A decline in hormones such as testosterone, thyroid, DHEA and growth hormone cause symptoms to appear such as, mild to moderate depression, drop in energy and mental sharpness, decreased muscle and increased belly fat and a drop off in sex drive. It may well be hormone change and subsequent symptoms that cause a man to fight the demons of “the change”.

Hearing the phrase “the change” conjures up associations with menopause symptoms associated with declining hormone levels in women. Even the word hormone is most commonly associated as being ‘a women thing.’ While there have been significant studies of the impact of the female hormone estrogen and the process of menopause, much less attention has been paid to the male hormone equivalent testosterone. Fortunately for men, more research is occurring.

Typically observed in a male’s peak earning years, the idea of a midlife crisis (the change) is generally well known. The idea that it may be connected to hormone decline — a male menopause, also known as andropause is not generally considered. So what is male menopause? Starting in a male’s late twenties and noticeable by age 35, testosterone along with thyroid, DHEA and growth hormone levels decline and cause symptoms often associated with a “midlife crisis”. Hormone levels will continue to decline for the rest of his life.

Quoting Dr. Eugene Shippen an innovator in male hormone treatment in addressing the fact that hormones must be taken “for the rest of his life, “This is an issue of prospective. Your father and grandfather had the same problem. You are fortunate to be born in time when you have a choice to fix or not fix the problem. Considering hormone treatment’s positive impact on quality of life, this is a non-decision easily made. Your must fix it”

For years men have been going to their doctor and discussing why they have a low sex drive, low energy, weight gain, irritability, depression, hot flashes and more. These symptoms are often considered individual and unrelated, however as male hormone research progresses the connection between these symptoms and declining male hormone levels is being realized.

Male v. Female Menopause:

Most people have a lose understanding of the menopause process for women and the symptoms associated with it. This is the result of decade’s worth of research and data. Today we now know that every living being, male and female, human or animal, is governed by hormones. A women’s menopause is different than a man’s because the decrease in hormone levels happen more suddenly and also occur later in life. A male’s hormones may decline more gradually over time, but is just as real.

Did you know: Testosterone and estrogen levels are inversely proportional. As male testosterone levels decline, estrogen levels tend to increase. A classic example of this is acquired weight in the stomach area, also known as a “beer belly.”

Overcoming a Midlife Crisis “the change” with Hormones:

Most people can think of at least one example of knowing a man going through a midlife crisis. What is happening is a man fighting the fact that he is getting older. Fighting the symptom of andropause, he tries to get his youth back. While this may cause a temporary high, the actions he takes will be short lived because the hormones and the daily feeling of irritability, depression, fatigue, hot flashes and decreased libido do not go away unless you treat the source, the hormones.

Where to Begin:

Testing hormone levels such as testosterone, thyroid, DHEA and growth hormone from a male hormone doctor is the first step. If the test shows that you have low hormone levels your doctor can recommend a customized male hormone treatment program that will safely restore your hormones back to healthy levels.

Jim Michels is an expert on testosterone treatment. For over ten years his company, reNEW MAN has focuses on low testosterone level treatment through creams and testosterone injections for men.

Why is P90X So Good?

It’s all over the airwaves, blanketing every channel with those blood stirring infomercials. Tony Horton and is P90X program, Tony Horton and his workout crew, all of them shredded, ripped, walking talking perfect physical specimens of fit humanity. They look as if they were carved from granite, as tough as tree roots and as flexible as yoga practitioners. All of it due to 90 day’s worth of exercise, a formulation that has been lauded as the perfect way to go from 0 to ripped if you can just do what you’re told, if you can eat right, sleep right, and most importantly, exercise right. So is P90X everything it’s said to be? Does it really deliver the results, and if so, why?

You ask Tony Horton, he’ll tell you it’s all due to the ‘Muscle Confusion’ idea he’s developed, where basically your body is prevented from plateauing due to always mixing up the kind of exercises and routines that you are asked to perform, day in, day out, month after month. Supposedly, your body will acclimatize itself to the same routine, and stop growing after a certain point of time. I don’t think so. Three months is not enough time for your body to grow used to anything, especially if you’re going from 0 to ripped. If you were already a body builder? Perhaps. But any novice or medium grade athlete would be challenged by a serious workout for a few months, and need not worry about Muscle Confusion. So forget that.

No; what’s really going on is that this is a serious workout. Sure, Tony Horton and Beachbody need some marketing gimmick to help convince people to give it a shot, and that’s where ‘Muscle Confusion’ comes from, but in reality what you need to focus on is that you will be doing a truly intense amount of exercise in a very limited period of time. Consider this: most exercise routines advise that you work out some 3 times/week in order to allow your body to recover, grow, and adapt. P90X has you work out as hard as you can for 6 days/week, 4 weeks/month, for three months straight. It’s beyond intense—it’s insane, and your body will either break, your resolve crumbling, or it will freak out and adapt, grow and grow and grow in order to try to keep up with the sudden stresses and pressures its being subjected to.

Consider this: P90X is a complex series of routines that are interwoven together to form a beautiful whole. You don’t just do bicep curls and chest flies; rather, you integrate such well rounded and challenging routines as Kempo, yoga, stretching and core work with isolated workouts that brutalize your back, shoulders, chest, legs and arms. What happens is that your entire body is subjected to an intense, rigorous and concentrated blast of exercise. Your muscles get shredded, and unless you get enough sleep and nutrition, you’ll end up being a mess. Which is why we need to emphasize here: EAT YOUR FOOD, GET YOUR SLEEP, OR DON’T BOTHER. Seriously—this is such a high level workout that if you skimp on these areas you might as well not pick up a weight at all.

However, if you take it seriously, sleep a ton, eat a ton, and focus and do what you’re told, you’ll be giving your body the best shot it has to completing this workout regimen. Not that you’re guaranteed to succeed even if you do so—it’s just too intense, and most people will probably go in without the necessary conditioning. If you approach it with the level of respect and focus that it requires, however, three months will see your body go through insane adaptions as it tries to adjust to the new and brutal requirements being asked of it. With luck, determination, sweat and pain, you’ll end up looking like those back up workout people behind Tony: lean, ripped, muscled and dangerous, like a snarling, feral wolf in human form. P90X: giving Extreme a whole new meaning.

P90X is not for everyone. Get your doctor’s permission first,and check your sanity at the door. If you’re curious and want to learn more about this extreme workout, read these FREE P90X reviews first. And remember! Maximize your results with some killer P90X recovery drinks. Get ripped, fast!

Starting a Fitness Boot Camp: The Right Exercises

In this day and age when the fitness bug has bitten almost every second person in the world, your fitness training business can really go places. By starting a fitness boot camp you can gain popularity as well as substantial amounts of money as a fitness trainer. Fitness boot camps have grown in popularity mainly because they offer an intensive workout experience amid natural surroundings. And in order to give the participants at your boot camp, that intensive workout, you need to choose the right exercises.

Warming Up

The exercise schedule should ideally begin with a warm-up session. This is because you will, in all probability be making the participants start early in the morning when the muscles are still taut after sleep. In order to prepare the body muscles for the actual exercises, warm-ups will thus be necessary, if you want to prevent any injury.

The main benefits of warm-ups such as stretching, before starting a fitness boot camp workout session are:

Increased muscle temperature and flexibility

Increased body temperature and dilation of blood vessels

Flexibility in joints and an improved range of movement.

The Exercises

Next, comes the all important workout session. This should ideally not be more than 45 minutes long so as not to exhaust the participants completely. The main types of exercises that you should look to incorporate are:

Push ups: this is a great exercise for the body, which helps to increase core strength. It affects the muscles of the chest, shoulders, arms, abdomen and legs.

Plyometric exercises: the vision behind starting a fitness boot camp is to make people healthy. These exercises are also aimed to do the same by improving athletic ability in terms of speed and power. The best Plyometric exercises are hops, jumps and bounding movements. For example you can ask the participants to jump from the top of small box and ‘rebound’ from the ground onto the top of bigger box.

Interval training: this involves alternate phase of intense and easy activities. While the intense activities help in rapid consumption of energy, the interval phase gives the body the opportunity to replenish the energy and oxygen reserves.

Core strength exercises such as abdominal crunches, sit-ups, side bends etc

Speed training with the help of different varieties of sprints, such as 10, 20 or 30 meter drills.

You can end each training session with some gentle stretching so as to help the participants cool down. Also obtain some feedback from them about the exercises they did.

Fun and Games

In the course of serious workouts, do not forget that you also promised the participants, while starting a fitness boot camp, a lot of outdoor activities that would add the element of fun and help in team building.

So, you can plan for team competitions such as a tug-of-war or partner exercises such as a three legged race. You can even set up obstacle courses and team relay races.

The right exercises are one of the most important things you need to select before starting a fitness boot camp. If your exercises are effective while being challenging, people will keep coming back to your boot camp!

Chris McCombs is a personal trainer whose business was so successful that he now shows other trainers thinking of starting a fitness boot camp the best way to go about it. His site also has a lot of information on how to get referrals for personal training

How to Cheat at Shaun T’s Insanity

“Wah wah wah,” everybody cries. “The INSANITY workout is too tough. INSANITY chewed me up and spat me out a broken shell of a man.” Oh, come on. Anybody can do INSANITY, and I’m going to tell you how. It’s true, fine, I’ll concede that if you do INSANITY in the manner that Shaun T expects, you’ll probably look like road kill by the end of the workout. But who says you have to do it that way? Here’s how to get through the sixty days of INSANITY without even breaking a sweat.

The key lies in gaming the Fit Test. Most people will foolishly throw themselves into this, trying as hard as they can to pump out as many Globe Jumps, Suicide Jacks, whatever. They’ll give themselves a heart attack, and then dutifully write their numbers down. Then, two weeks later when it comes to performing it again, they’ll see that their numbers haven’t gone up that much, or not as much as they hoped, and be crushed. Ha! Amateurs. The trick is to underperform on the first Fit Test. Cruise through it. Do a couple here, a couple there, and then if you did only 10% of the Brain Exploderators or whatever by the end of the minute, don’t worry. Because in two weeks time, it’ll be easy to more than double your results.

Second, during the actual workouts, listen to Shaun T. He actually tells you to take water breaks during the exercises, not only when it’s officially time. Sure most people hang in there, gasping and flopping about like fish out of water waiting for the official water break to come, but you can’t be blamed if you take Shaun T’s every suggestion to take a water break to heart? So yes, every time he suggests you stop if you need water, a breather, do just that. Hey, he’s the boss, right? You’re just following orders.

Third, become the ultimate stickler for form. Shaun T says over and over again to never compromise form. So don’t. Speeding up makes your technique sloppy, so go nice and slow, and be precise, exact. Make sure you are making perfect upward sweeps of your arms during your Suicide Jacks. Make sure each movement is precise, wonderful, a gorgeous example of what should be performed. Ok, you sacrifice speed and thus end up doing half or less of the reps that everybody else does, but again: Shaun T told you to watch form. So just do it.

If you do that, you’ll rock Shaun T INSANITY. Your Fit Tests will show incredible gains. You’ll ensure maximal hydration, and will never lose form. True, you might not break a sweat, but hey, perfection requires sacrifice. And the next time you hear some totally ripped INSANITY graduate boasting about how they nearly died doing the workout? Just snort from the comfort of your LAZY-BOY and shake your head as you guzzle down some more Coke and chips. INSANITY. It’s as hard as you want it to be, which means it doesn’t have to be very hard at all

If you want to get ripped and toned, then you should read some more reviews on Shaun T Insanity, and figure out for yourself if it’s too extreme! Otherwise, why not prepare for the summer with a lean body and a perfect booty? Try the Brazil Butt Lift DVD workout, designed by the Victoria Secret supermodel’s trainer himself!

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