I received an email a few weeks ago about exercises that boost strength and the main area he wanted to know was, if he included deadlifts in his routine would he boost strength in other areas of his body as well? Here is my response,
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Friday 28 December 2012
Saturday 22 December 2012
Pittas meal
Another high protein and healthy meal for you today. This is one of my favourite meals to use especially when I'm carb cycling or bulking due to the high levels of protein (70g). There are two different pittas for you to try so check it out.
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Sunday 16 December 2012
Walking benefits
Everyone knows that weight loss and fitness are not a walk in the park, but is that true?
Walking has many benefits both for general health and weight loss, not to mention fitness models. So lets get into it.
Walking not only is a good and simple steady pace cardio exercise we can all do, but it also is less commonly known as a good fat burner, let me explain. When we exercise our body has to burn fuel, to give us energy to keep going. Well the two main areas of energy in the human body are carbohydrates and fats. When we are under a lot of stress or exercising intensely the body will burn carbohydrates as they are faster and easier to break down and so we get more energy faster. But when walking or doing any steady pace cardio we are not under as much stress and so our body goes for the energy stores like fat. Now be aware that this happens when carbs are low or you haven't got a lot of food in your gut that it can access first!
Secondly in terms of fat loss study's show that walking helps to boost metabolism rates and reduces our appetite. So going for a walk in the morning before breakfast in the fresh air may be extremely beneficial if you are on a diet and trying to lose weight. Also walking after dinner will help digestion and absorption of vital nutrients and as long as your diet is good then this should lead to less fat storage while you rest later on in the day.
Another point is that humans are supposed to be nomadic people, our ancestors walked a lot in search of food and shelter and to escape famine/ predators, hence why it is benificial to us in many ways. So don't think that its not a good way to start exercising.
Also walking on un-level terrain like in a forest walk or cross country your blood circulation is increased further than normal walking, such as along a footpath. This not only increases your metabolism and heart rate but helps increase the fat burning effects around your stomach. As we spend a lot of time sitting down nowadays our circulation to our core area is poor and so we gain weight there first. But by using these muscles more and doing more exercise we can quickly turn the scales on fat.
So next time you are trying to lose weight always remember that walking is a big plus, even if it is just a 25 minute walk to school or getting of the bus early and walking into uni or work. Or take your dog out for a walk or go out with friends. Just get out there and do it!
Walking has many benefits both for general health and weight loss, not to mention fitness models. So lets get into it.
Walking not only is a good and simple steady pace cardio exercise we can all do, but it also is less commonly known as a good fat burner, let me explain. When we exercise our body has to burn fuel, to give us energy to keep going. Well the two main areas of energy in the human body are carbohydrates and fats. When we are under a lot of stress or exercising intensely the body will burn carbohydrates as they are faster and easier to break down and so we get more energy faster. But when walking or doing any steady pace cardio we are not under as much stress and so our body goes for the energy stores like fat. Now be aware that this happens when carbs are low or you haven't got a lot of food in your gut that it can access first!
Secondly in terms of fat loss study's show that walking helps to boost metabolism rates and reduces our appetite. So going for a walk in the morning before breakfast in the fresh air may be extremely beneficial if you are on a diet and trying to lose weight. Also walking after dinner will help digestion and absorption of vital nutrients and as long as your diet is good then this should lead to less fat storage while you rest later on in the day.
Another point is that humans are supposed to be nomadic people, our ancestors walked a lot in search of food and shelter and to escape famine/ predators, hence why it is benificial to us in many ways. So don't think that its not a good way to start exercising.
Also walking on un-level terrain like in a forest walk or cross country your blood circulation is increased further than normal walking, such as along a footpath. This not only increases your metabolism and heart rate but helps increase the fat burning effects around your stomach. As we spend a lot of time sitting down nowadays our circulation to our core area is poor and so we gain weight there first. But by using these muscles more and doing more exercise we can quickly turn the scales on fat.
So next time you are trying to lose weight always remember that walking is a big plus, even if it is just a 25 minute walk to school or getting of the bus early and walking into uni or work. Or take your dog out for a walk or go out with friends. Just get out there and do it!
Tuesday 11 December 2012
Not seeing gains?
A lot of people that start training give up very quickly when they can't see any improvements over a short period. But what you have to realise is that it is a journey, and it takes a long time to get to where you want to be, both mentally and physically. So this video will hopefully give you all some tips and help motivate you to not give up too soon and follow through with your training until you reach your goals.
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Don't forget to subscribe to the youtube channel - kurtyweir1 and like us on facebook and check out the other training videos on the youtube channel or blog. Just follow the links at the side of the page. Thanks
Tuesday 4 December 2012
Muscle building oat and whey smoothie
This is a really tasty smoothie that is packed with protein, low GI carbs and some healthy fats to get your body into an anabolic state and get you packing on the muscle after a tough workout. Its quick and easy to make and the ingredients aren't overly expensive either so its a win win situation.
Ingredients: Nutritional Values:
50g almonds Protein - 58g
2 scoops of oats Carbs - 48g
2 egg whites Fats - 31g (of which saturates 2g)
2 scoops of whey Calories - 721
1 cup of water
1 spoonful of honey
Seriously though guys you have to try this smoothie, its great for anyone trying to add some mass and get gains from their bulk and also works well as a quick to make breakfast, just throw it all in the blender and go for it.
Ingredients: Nutritional Values:50g almonds Protein - 58g
2 scoops of oats Carbs - 48g
2 egg whites Fats - 31g (of which saturates 2g)
2 scoops of whey Calories - 721
1 cup of water
1 spoonful of honey
Seriously though guys you have to try this smoothie, its great for anyone trying to add some mass and get gains from their bulk and also works well as a quick to make breakfast, just throw it all in the blender and go for it.
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