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The Truth about Fat Cells

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Bread..looks suspiciously like fat cells… Q: Is it true that I’m stuck with the fat cells I have? Or is there some way I can lose them? A: No, you’re not stuck: You can shed fat cells, but you won’t find it to be a stroll in the park. When we gain weight as adults, [...]

Abs Everyday?

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So you want know if you can do abs everyday, do you? No one ever asks if they can train back everyday or calves? Actually, I’d think they were crazy if they did. Okay, here’s my answer… There are three primary types of core training: 1. stability; 2. strength; 3. power Most of us will [...]

Should I Eat Protein Before or After my Workout?

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Q: Should I eat protein before or after my workout? You should consume protein before AND after your workouts. Always eat a small pre-workout meal consisting of some low glycemic carbs and a quality protein. A good meal is a half cup of rolled oats and a scoop of whey protein. This provides you with [...]

How Do I Get Toned Arms?

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Q: We love your website. DomestiGal Jen has about 10 months until her wedding (shhh… she’s not officially engaged yet since her diamond-of-dreams has not yet been bought). Anyway, what’s the best way for her to get her arms in shape while in business school? Colossus, her studly personal trainer while in London, works out [...]

Hair Gloss or Glaze: What to Pick

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Q: My hair is dull; I’d like to try a gloss or a glaze. What’s the difference? Such an innocent question. It seems so simple: Gloss, glaze, which is which? Well, start here: a gloss is a bit more permanent than a glaze. It adds shine and adjusts the tone (say, if your highlights are [...]

Without You, I am Nothing

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Are you struggling more with the changes in your body as you get older? Do you have a problem gaining weight or have you gained way too damn much? Are you confused and overwhelmed by all the diet products or supplements you hear about? Do you feel informed by this page? What else would you like to see?

Why do I Seem to Gain Weight as I Get Older?

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As you age, you lose muscle mass, and muscle is a much more effective user of sugar than any other part of you. As you approach menopause, some of your hormones peter out and that can impact muscle growth. The new hormone environment in our body tends to send fat to the area around your internal organs, which helps explain why the waistline expands. All this is happening at an age when most of us begin to exercise less. In preparation for the onset of menopause women should exercise more and eat smaller, frequent portions.

Will My Ass Get Fat If I Eat Late at Night?

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What tends to happen is that when you opt for a late dinner, you’re so hungry that you down a mega portion, underestimating the number of calories you’re eating.

Experts also believe that late night feasting disrupts your body’s normal metabolic process and affects the hormones that regulate blood sugars and fats.

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