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You can do anything!

I would have never thought, that I would be in full page advertisement that will reach millions worldwide. When I first entered the gym, that was the furthest from my mind. I just knew what I wanted to do and I knew it had to be done. I don't consider myself great or better than anyone else.  Most people say they don't have enough time. Well, I find that very hard to believe. Tally all the time you spend on Facebook or watching t.v.  You make time for what you want to make time for. It's as simple as that. Here are a few tips: 1. Water is important. 2. Consume carbs around your workout and in the morning. Do not eat carbs prior to going to bed. Your body should be carb free four hours prior to hitting the bed. 3. Consume the right amount of calories. If you have any questions just ask.

HIIT: High Intensity Interval Training Myth

High intensity interval training (HIIT) is one of the new fad training techniques that promises quick strength gains and immediate weight loss. HIIT is a training technique that involves many strenuous, short intensity workouts, such as doing wind sprints and super sets. In this post, I'll explain the magic behind the weight loss involved in HIIT. From my experience, most people who follow HIIT believe that HIIT is the best, most efficient workout when it comes to burning fat. This belief is supported by the fact that they end up losing 5-10 lbs in their first week of HIIT. This doesn't happen with most workout plans, so HIIT must be the real thing! Most horses can't answer math questions, but that doesn't mean Clever Hans could do arithmetic. The secret behind the quick weight loss resulting from HIIT can be found by looking at the fuel you burn when you are doing high intensity exercises. During high intensity exercises, your muscles' demand for oxygen ex...