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You can have Amazing Abs: Learn How............
So you want to narrow your waist, flatten your abs and become the envy of all your friends, right? Of course you do - who doesn't?
Well, here is yet another reason to get flat abs: Recent studies suggest that an excess of fat deposits around the abdominal region significantly contributes to the risk of heart disease, diabetes and other life-threatening conditions.
Whether your motivation for attaining great abs is rooted in the health benefits or more likely in looking phenomenal, then this is one newsletter you simply must read all the way through.
Why is it that so many people wish they had great abs, but never attain it?
Well, contrary to misguided popular belief, doing millions of crunches will not sculpt your abs. While there is a time and a place to use the beloved crunch in your waist slimming effort, this alone will not create the body of your dreams.
The key to creating an enviable midsection lies in your ability to effectively challenge your abdominal muscles with exercises that are safe and challenging, some type of fat burning exercise and healthy eating habits.
The "crunch" movement only targets your upper abdominal muscles, the muscles found between your rib cage and belly button. Imagine you are doing a crunch - better yet, get down and do one - notice where you feel the burn. Those are your upper abs.
To effectively sculpt your waist, focus on strengthening your upper, lower and side abdominal muscles.
In order to achieve an overall look of symmetry, your “flat abs” routine should consist of at least one exercise for each portion of your midsection. A surefire way to kick up the intensity and thus the results of your abdominal workout, is to add resistance training. By working your midsection against resistance you open up the possibility for greater muscle stimulation which equals greater results. You can do this by using a medicine ball, cable machine, elastic band, body blade or dumbbell.
Oh yeah, just one more thing......In order to show off your breathtaking abs they need to come out of hiding. This means burning off the layer of fat. (No matter how big or small it may be.)
The following two pronged approach works every time:
First, consistent cardiovascular, fat burning exercise is needed to burn off stored fat. Two factors to consider to insure that you are on the right path.
* Choose an aerobic exercise that uses major muscle groups such as walking, jogging, swimming or biking. Group fitness classes such as “CHIZZLED”, Spin, Step, continuous dance classes etc. will also work. Very important to find an exercise activity that you enjoy. This will make it easy and fun to stick with.
* Make sure that you are exercising aerobically for at least 30-60 minutes four times a week however, feel free to do it longer and more frequently if time permits.
Remember, you only need 4 hours (minimum) each week of exercise to reap great benefits. Of the 168 hours in a full 7 day week that leaves 164 hours left to do what ever the rest of your busy schedule requires of you. Humm........Something to think about!!
Second, to uncover your abdominal muscles we have to discuss your eating habits. Fact is, the food that you put in your mouth will surely have an effect on the size and shape of your waist not to mention the overall health and wellness of your body. You are what you eat!
Use these four pointers to slash fat:
* Eat small meals frequently throughout the day and avoid "super-size it" portions and overeating.
* Processed foods and sugar laced products should be kept to a minimum or avoided completely.
* Load up on fresh vegetables, fresh fruits and lean meat before partaking in grains or starches. Your body requires some grains and starches, just don't over load on them.
* Drink lots of plain water throughout the day to flush out and re-energize your body.
If you need to refresh your memory on basic nutrition and feeding your body to be an efficient fat burning machine, than go back to the Team LP Home page. Next, open the Newsletter Archive tab than go to Summer 2006 Newsletter and read the Non-Fad Approach to Healthy Nutrition.
Unlike the here today gone tomorrow fad diets, pills and books on the market, the information you will read will cost you nothing. It's all FREE!! How cool is that.
Here's a commitment challenge from me to you. Follow the outline as mentioned above by taking massive action NOW, believe in the process, stay focused on a positive outcome and be patient. You will begin to see and feel not only your abdominals changing but your whole body and energy level will change too.
Commit yourself for 8 weeks and stick to the game plan above and get back to me with the results. I'd love to here from you.
Key word: COMMIT. I know you will be amazed!!
Nothing tastes as good as healthy feels! ______________________________________________________________________
No Yoking Around...........
Did you know that most of the calories and cholesterol found in an egg resides in the yolk? Egg whites on the other hand, are low in calories, contain no fat, no cholesterol and are packed with protein! Instead of making your omelet with whole eggs, make it with egg whites for a healthier, just as tasty, meal!
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Multi-grain Turkey Stuffed Peppers
Looking for a healthy dinner that satisfies? This recipe for stuffed peppers mixes healthy grains and lean ground turkey in a dish that is high in fiber and bursting with flavor.
Got leftovers? Pack them for the perfect balanced lunch. Yields 8 servings
Ingredients:
4 large sweet red peppers
1 lb lean ground turkey
3 sliced green onions
2 minced garlic cloves
26 oz meatless spaghetti sauce, divided
1/2 frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup dried currants
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup cooked medium pearl barley
1/4 cup cooked bulgur
1/4 cup cooked lentils
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
Cut peppers in half lengthwise and remove stems and seeds. Cook the peppers in a large kettle of boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Rinse with cold water and drain, set aside.
In a saucepan, cook turkey, onions and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in two cups spaghetti sauce, corn, currants, broth, barley, bulgur, lentils, brown sugar and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Spoon a heaping 1/2 cup into each pepper half.
Place filled peppers in a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray. Top each pepper with remaining spaghetti sauce; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 375 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through. Enjoy!
So you want to narrow your waist, flatten your abs and become the envy of all your friends, right? Of course you do - who doesn't?
Well, here is yet another reason to get flat abs: Recent studies suggest that an excess of fat deposits around the abdominal region significantly contributes to the risk of heart disease, diabetes and other life-threatening conditions.
Whether your motivation for attaining great abs is rooted in the health benefits or more likely in looking phenomenal, then this is one newsletter you simply must read all the way through.
Why is it that so many people wish they had great abs, but never attain it?
Well, contrary to misguided popular belief, doing millions of crunches will not sculpt your abs. While there is a time and a place to use the beloved crunch in your waist slimming effort, this alone will not create the body of your dreams.
The key to creating an enviable midsection lies in your ability to effectively challenge your abdominal muscles with exercises that are safe and challenging, some type of fat burning exercise and healthy eating habits.
The "crunch" movement only targets your upper abdominal muscles, the muscles found between your rib cage and belly button. Imagine you are doing a crunch - better yet, get down and do one - notice where you feel the burn. Those are your upper abs.
To effectively sculpt your waist, focus on strengthening your upper, lower and side abdominal muscles.
In order to achieve an overall look of symmetry, your “flat abs” routine should consist of at least one exercise for each portion of your midsection. A surefire way to kick up the intensity and thus the results of your abdominal workout, is to add resistance training. By working your midsection against resistance you open up the possibility for greater muscle stimulation which equals greater results. You can do this by using a medicine ball, cable machine, elastic band, body blade or dumbbell.
Oh yeah, just one more thing......In order to show off your breathtaking abs they need to come out of hiding. This means burning off the layer of fat. (No matter how big or small it may be.)
The following two pronged approach works every time:
First, consistent cardiovascular, fat burning exercise is needed to burn off stored fat. Two factors to consider to insure that you are on the right path.
* Choose an aerobic exercise that uses major muscle groups such as walking, jogging, swimming or biking. Group fitness classes such as “CHIZZLED”, Spin, Step, continuous dance classes etc. will also work. Very important to find an exercise activity that you enjoy. This will make it easy and fun to stick with.
* Make sure that you are exercising aerobically for at least 30-60 minutes four times a week however, feel free to do it longer and more frequently if time permits.
Remember, you only need 4 hours (minimum) each week of exercise to reap great benefits. Of the 168 hours in a full 7 day week that leaves 164 hours left to do what ever the rest of your busy schedule requires of you. Humm........Something to think about!!
Second, to uncover your abdominal muscles we have to discuss your eating habits. Fact is, the food that you put in your mouth will surely have an effect on the size and shape of your waist not to mention the overall health and wellness of your body. You are what you eat!
Use these four pointers to slash fat:
* Eat small meals frequently throughout the day and avoid "super-size it" portions and overeating.
* Processed foods and sugar laced products should be kept to a minimum or avoided completely.
* Load up on fresh vegetables, fresh fruits and lean meat before partaking in grains or starches. Your body requires some grains and starches, just don't over load on them.
* Drink lots of plain water throughout the day to flush out and re-energize your body.
If you need to refresh your memory on basic nutrition and feeding your body to be an efficient fat burning machine, than go back to the Team LP Home page. Next, open the Newsletter Archive tab than go to Summer 2006 Newsletter and read the Non-Fad Approach to Healthy Nutrition.
Unlike the here today gone tomorrow fad diets, pills and books on the market, the information you will read will cost you nothing. It's all FREE!! How cool is that.
Here's a commitment challenge from me to you. Follow the outline as mentioned above by taking massive action NOW, believe in the process, stay focused on a positive outcome and be patient. You will begin to see and feel not only your abdominals changing but your whole body and energy level will change too.
Commit yourself for 8 weeks and stick to the game plan above and get back to me with the results. I'd love to here from you.
Key word: COMMIT. I know you will be amazed!!
Nothing tastes as good as healthy feels! ______________________________________________________________________
No Yoking Around...........
Did you know that most of the calories and cholesterol found in an egg resides in the yolk? Egg whites on the other hand, are low in calories, contain no fat, no cholesterol and are packed with protein! Instead of making your omelet with whole eggs, make it with egg whites for a healthier, just as tasty, meal!
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Multi-grain Turkey Stuffed Peppers
Looking for a healthy dinner that satisfies? This recipe for stuffed peppers mixes healthy grains and lean ground turkey in a dish that is high in fiber and bursting with flavor.
Got leftovers? Pack them for the perfect balanced lunch. Yields 8 servings
Ingredients:
4 large sweet red peppers
1 lb lean ground turkey
3 sliced green onions
2 minced garlic cloves
26 oz meatless spaghetti sauce, divided
1/2 frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup dried currants
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup cooked medium pearl barley
1/4 cup cooked bulgur
1/4 cup cooked lentils
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
Cut peppers in half lengthwise and remove stems and seeds. Cook the peppers in a large kettle of boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Rinse with cold water and drain, set aside.
In a saucepan, cook turkey, onions and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in two cups spaghetti sauce, corn, currants, broth, barley, bulgur, lentils, brown sugar and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Spoon a heaping 1/2 cup into each pepper half.
Place filled peppers in a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray. Top each pepper with remaining spaghetti sauce; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 375 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through. Enjoy!