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<generator>Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/</generator><item><title>Tried and true tips for using creatine</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/the-right-way-to-use-creatine/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/the-right-way-to-use-creatine/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/the-right-way-to-use-creatine/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[For the serious lifters out there (and I know there are at least a few of you), you've almost certainly at least heard of creatine. And, there's a good chance you've used this nutritional supplement. Nevertheless, you may find the following tips helpful, as may the lifting newbie who may, at some point in his or her illustrious career in the weight room, consider trying creatine.First of all, regardless of the type of creatine you take (monohydrate, ethyl ester, alpha-ketoglutarate), you should take it every day for a cycle of five to six months, according to Muscle &amp; Body magazine. Then, stay off creatine for a month to provide your body with the chance to reduce its muscle creatine saturation. This way, if you decide to start using it again, your body will respond with better results.Also, if you weigh less than 200 pounds, it's not necessary to take the bottle-suggested 5-10g (or 3g if you're using the more potent ethyl ester or alpha-ketoglutarate kinds). You will do just fine with around 3-5g (or 2g ethyl ester or alpha-ketoglutarate), and you'll save yourself a little bit of coin in the process. The best time to take creatine, experts say, is about 30 minutes before a workout and then again 30 minutes after a workout. On non-training days, take with a meal or protein shake at any convenient time of the day.**Before trying creatine or any nutritional supplement, first check with your doctor to see if it's safe for you.<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.aolhealth.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/the-right-way-to-use-creatine/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1342025/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/the-right-way-to-use-creatine/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>Chris Sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>creatine</category><category>diet</category><category>exercise</category><category>fitness</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Diet Detective: Subway's 6-inch Double-Meat Italian BMT</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/diet-detective-subways-6-inch-double-meat-italian-bmt/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/diet-detective-subways-6-inch-double-meat-italian-bmt/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/diet-detective-subways-6-inch-double-meat-italian-bmt/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[Subway has it all over McDonald's and Burger King in the spokesperson department. The weight-loss maven Jarrod doesn't wear make-up and clown shoes, and he definitely doesn't have an oversized plastic head. And, best of all, according to spokesman Jarrod, eating Subway can help you drop pants sizes.

But is this true?

By and large, and comparatively speaking, yes, it is true. In most cases, Subway is a healthier choice than McDonald's or Burger King menu items. However, just because it's the lesser of three evils, doesn't mean all Subway sandwiches are truly healthy. Case in point: The six-inch double-meat Italian BMT.<p><a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/diet-detective-subways-6-inch-double-meat-italian-bmt/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Diet Detective: Subway's 6-inch Double-Meat Italian BMT</em></a></p><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.ilooklikefit.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/diet-detective-subways-6-inch-double-meat-italian-bmt/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1340698/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/diet-detective-subways-6-inch-double-meat-italian-bmt/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>Chris Sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>fitness</category><category>Jarrod</category><category>subway</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:30:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Sleep boosts athletic performance</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/sleeping-enough-improves-athletic-performance/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/sleeping-enough-improves-athletic-performance/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/sleeping-enough-improves-athletic-performance/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[If your performance at the gym has been second-rate lately, it may be due to the lack of shut-eye you've been getting at night.Researchers from Stanford University found that getting a proper night's sleep can improve physical performance, in addition to increasing alertness and improving mood. Citing this study, Muscle &amp; Body magazine reports that university swimmers participated in this study, with researchers finding that those who slept enough every night for several weeks noted faster 15-meter sprint times, faster starts off the blocks, improved turn times, and increased kick strokes.Previous studies on athletes playing football, tennis, and basketball yielded similar results. It would appear, then, that if you want to improve your game a bit or just bang out a few more reps at the gym, you'd be wise to get to bed early at night.<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.aolhealth.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/sleeping-enough-improves-athletic-performance/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1341903/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/sleeping-enough-improves-athletic-performance/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>exercise</category><category>fitness</category><category>sleep</category><category>stanford university</category><category>StanfordUniversity</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Build a strong beginner foundation</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/build-a-strong-beginner-foundation/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/build-a-strong-beginner-foundation/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/build-a-strong-beginner-foundation/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[One size fits all may work for certain types of clothing, but certainly not for exercise programs. That's why it's important that you find a workout that's right for your specific fitness level, rather than relying on one that's better suited for a world-class athlete. That said, for the person returning to the gym after a year-long hiatus (or, as stated before, someone who's completely new to lifting weights), try using a combination of free weights and machines. Ideally, try to start with a 60:40 ratio of time with free weights to machines, progressing gradually to nearly all free weights after two months. Stick with light weight and concentrate on maintaining proper form. Also, resist the temptation to focus on T-shirt muscles and instead target larger muscle groups with compound exercises. Before long, you'll be ready to build to the next level, and by following this approach you'll be doing so with a well-built foundation.<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.ilooklikefit.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/build-a-strong-beginner-foundation/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1340726/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/22/build-a-strong-beginner-foundation/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>exercise</category><category>fitness</category><category>weight loss</category><category>weight oss</category><category>weightlifting</category><category>WeightLoss</category><category>WeightOss</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 11:30:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>3 tips for eating healthy in a pinch</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/eat-healthy-in-a-pinch/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/eat-healthy-in-a-pinch/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/eat-healthy-in-a-pinch/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[Eating healthy; sure we'd all like to, but who the heck has the time? Grabbing an on-the-go meal is simply a much more feasible option when you're always, well, on the go. The downside of that option, however, is often times the consumption of too many calories, unhealthy fats, and fast-digesting carbs. Sounds to me like it's time to make time for eating healthy.Weight Watchers magazine offers some easy, time-saving tips for whipping up a healthy meal in a pinch. Here are a few you can use for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.Breakfast Time-Saver.  Hard boil five eggs on Sunday evening (they'll last one week in the fridge), and portion one-cup servings of cereal in plastic bags. Each morning, just grab an egg and a cereal bag for a fast and satisfying breakfast you can eat on the run.<p><a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/eat-healthy-in-a-pinch/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>3 tips for eating healthy in a pinch</em></a></p><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.weightwatchers.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/eat-healthy-in-a-pinch/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1340837/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/eat-healthy-in-a-pinch/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>Chris Sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>diet</category><category>exercise</category><category>fitness</category><category>weight loss</category><category>weight watchers</category><category>WeightLoss</category><category>WeightWatchers</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:30:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Get fit with a pyramid scheme</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/pyramid-scheme/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/pyramid-scheme/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/pyramid-scheme/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[There are a wide variety of ways to keep your workout fresh. Changing rep counts, limiting or extending break time in between sets, and performing new exercises are just a few ways to avoid the dreaded fitness plateau. Another great approach is to redesign your workout strategy. One way of doing so is to utilize a technique known as pyramiding. By and large, a weightlifting pyramid is a process of lifting heavier weights each set while reducing the number of reps performed. For example, for your first set of bench press, you may start with 10 reps of 135 pounds; second set, eight reps of 155 pounds; third set, six reps of 175 pounds.Some people also like to "climb back down the pyramid" after they have reached the pinnacle; after completing the set with the maximum amount of weight, they then begin scaling backwards (ex. if you just finished the aforementioned set of six reps using 175 pounds, you would then work back to doing a set of eight reps using 155 pounds.). Incorporating a pyramid into your workout from time to time will help prevent sticking points and will keep your workout working.<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.aolhealth.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/pyramid-scheme/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1341941/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/21/pyramid-scheme/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>exerice</category><category>fitness</category><category>pyramiding</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:30:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>How about these healthy tricks and treats?</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/16/healthy-tricks-and-treats/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/16/healthy-tricks-and-treats/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/16/healthy-tricks-and-treats/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[Halloween is always full of thrills and surprises, but that fun shouldn't include health risks. Here are some tips, adapted from the Sierra Club website, for having a happy and healthy October 31st.Healthy Treats. It's OK to be the person on the block who hands out fruits, organic chocolate, or other healthier options. Nontoxic crayons, coloring books, stickers, and even pocket change can also be great alternatives to sugar- and fat-laden candy. Eco-Friendly Costumes.  Avoid costume jewelry, especially glossy, fake painted pearls and toys from vending machines, which may contain lead. To be sure, use a lead check kit, available at LeadCheck.com. Also, whether going glam or ghoul, use natural makeup to avoid chemical exposure.<p><a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/16/healthy-tricks-and-treats/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>How about these healthy tricks and treats?</em></a></p><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.aolhealth.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/16/healthy-tricks-and-treats/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1338584/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/16/healthy-tricks-and-treats/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>fitness</category><category>halloween</category><category>halloween-08</category><category>healthy</category><category>pumpkin</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Breakfast keeps teens from snacking</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/breakfast-will-help-keep-teens-from-snacking/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/breakfast-will-help-keep-teens-from-snacking/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/breakfast-will-help-keep-teens-from-snacking/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[What's the big deal about breakfast? Well, I'll tell you -- so you can then go tell your teen (you know, the one who rushes out the door for school every morning without giving as much as a glance to the plate of eggs you left for him or her). It's called breakfast for a reason; it breaks the fast that the body has been on since going to sleep and finally waking up. Try going seven or eight hours without eating while you're awake and see how you feel. Catch my drift?A recent study from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health found that teens who start their day by eating breakfast appear to have healthier diets overall, in addition to being more physically active and reporting fewer weight problems.Not just any breakfast will do, however. Separate studies have shown that eating a protein-rich breakfast (such as eggs) is a better way to satisfy appetite than a breakfast loaded with carbs. This will also help prevent weight gain, for your teen will be less apt to nosh on candy and snacks before lunchtime rolls around.<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.ilooklikefit.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/breakfast-will-help-keep-teens-from-snacking/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1338632/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/breakfast-will-help-keep-teens-from-snacking/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>exercise</category><category>fitness</category><category>teens</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 18:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Try these autumn running shoes on for size</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/try-these-autumn-running-shoes-on-for-size/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/try-these-autumn-running-shoes-on-for-size/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/try-these-autumn-running-shoes-on-for-size/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[I'm in pretty serious need of some new running sneakers, something I noticed yesterday as a small patch of the sole flapped against the spinning treadmill belt. Filt-filt-filt-filt-filt-filt ... and so it went for about 30 minutes, the redundancy no doubt causing a woman running nearby to wish for my early death.As I left the gym, I happened to grab a copy of Metro Sports New York magazine, one of those freebie publications health clubs usually keep in towering stacks right by the exit. Serendipitously, there was an extensive article inside featuring a comprehensive review of what the author considers the best running shoes for Fall. Here, a quick breakdown of his top nine, in no particular order:

    Addidas Supernova Sequence
    Avia Avi-Lite Guide
    Asics GEL Nimbus 10
    Brooks Trance 8
    New Balance 1224
    Reebok Premier Verona KFS
    Saucony ProGrid Ride
    Mizuno Wave Alchemy 8
    Nike Lunar Trainer

Now all I need to do is narrow down my selection to one of these choices. Any suggestions?<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.metrosportsny.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/try-these-autumn-running-shoes-on-for-size/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1336237/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/15/try-these-autumn-running-shoes-on-for-size/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>addidas</category><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>fitness</category><category>mizuno</category><category>new balance</category><category>NewBalance</category><category>nike</category><category>running</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Score a FREE EatSmart Nutrition Scale</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/score-a-free-eatsmart-nutrition-scale/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/score-a-free-eatsmart-nutrition-scale/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/score-a-free-eatsmart-nutrition-scale/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[Wouldn't it be nice if all you had to do was put your food on a scale and it would magically tell you how many calories, carbs, fat, and protein it contains? Well, thanks to the EatSmart Nutrition Scale, that's really all it takes.This relatively small scale (7.5" x 9") is so incredibly intuitive and easy to use; there's no calculation, algebraic equations, advanced trigonometry, particle physics, or rocket science necessary. Just punch in the three-digit code for one of the 999 different foods stored in its memory, and it will provide you not only the food's weight, but also it's nutritional information right there in front of you within seconds. I've personally had one of these scales in my house for quite some time, and I think it's great. It really takes the guesswork out of trying to eat healthfully and in the process replaces all the scales, books, and websites I previously used when trying to figure out what exactly I was about to eat.You can purchase a scale directly from the EatSmart Nutrition website, or you can hop on over to I Look Like Fit (www.ilooklikefit.com), where they are running a contest to give one away for free. Tell them you're a That's Fit reader -- it may better your chances of winning.<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.ilooklikefit.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/score-a-free-eatsmart-nutrition-scale/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1337992/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/score-a-free-eatsmart-nutrition-scale/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>diet</category><category>EatSmart Nutrition Scale</category><category>EatsmartNutritionScale</category><category>fitness</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Minimize break time for maximum results</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/minimize-break-time-for-maximum-results/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/minimize-break-time-for-maximum-results/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/minimize-break-time-for-maximum-results/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[Generally speaking, resistance training is anaerobic, in that it does not utilize a great deal of oxygen but is still intense enough to trigger what's known as anaerobic metabolism. Be this as it may, it's entirely possible to turn your resistance training workout into a cardiovascular dynamo by keeping your break time in between sets to a minimum.Peripheral heart action (PHA) circuits, more popularly known as circuit training, are a great way to build lean, tone muscles while at the same time torching calories. Beyond that, other benefits include increased endurance, decrease in body fat, and perhaps best of all, less time spent in the gym.When performing a resistance circuit, one of the more effective methods is to target compound muscle groups by using multi-joint exercises (as opposed to isolation exercises, which typically only hit one muscle group at a time). This approach will maximize your effort and burn more calories, something I'd venture to guess is of interest to you.For a good selection of exercises to use in your resistance training circuit, click here.<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.ilooklikefit.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/minimize-break-time-for-maximum-results/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1337966/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/14/minimize-break-time-for-maximum-results/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>exercise</category><category>fitness</category><category>pha</category><category>resistance circuit</category><category>ResistanceCircuit</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Try a two-course workout for best results</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/try-a-two-course-workout-for-best-results/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/try-a-two-course-workout-for-best-results/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/try-a-two-course-workout-for-best-results/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[Which works better in terms of helping to lose weight: Cardio or resistance training? The answer: Neither ... and both. If you can stop scratching your head for a moment and scroll down, I'll explain what I mean.A study published in the Journal of Sports Science and Medicine reports that performing a workout that incorporates cardiovascular training and resistance training not only works best to drop pounds, but it also decrease appetite (which also clearly plays into the whole dropping pounds thing). Women's Health cites this study in their October issue, stating that for 16 weeks, study participants did cardio, lifted weights, or did both while reporting everything they ate. Those who doubled-up their efforts reported eating 517 fewer calories per day by the end of the study. This workout combo may cause a shift in hormones that control appetite, say researchers. Whatever it is that makes it work, the point is that it does, and that's reason enough to give the two-course workout a try.<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.aolhealth.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/try-a-two-course-workout-for-best-results/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1336377/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/try-a-two-course-workout-for-best-results/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>diet</category><category>fitness</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><category>womens health magazine</category><category>WomensHealthMagazine</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Will you make history at the 2008 NYC Marathon?</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/is-2008-your-year-to-make-history-at-the-nyc-marathon/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/is-2008-your-year-to-make-history-at-the-nyc-marathon/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/is-2008-your-year-to-make-history-at-the-nyc-marathon/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[On November 2nd, New York City will be set abuzz by a stampede of people wearing crotch-hugging shorts and sweat-soaked T-shirts, all adorned with numbers that range from one to around 38,000. Their feet will march to the beat of a wide variety of iPod playlists, and their bodies will be pushed to their limits for 26.2 miles. These determined runners will be competing in a race that's as much a test of physical endurance as it is one of their will. In less than 23 days, thousands of men and women from around the world will hit the streets for the New York City Marathon.But before looking to the future of this world renowned event, let's take a quick look at its past, shall we? Here are a few milestones from the history of the New York City Marathon.1970. First Central Park Marathon sees 55 people complete the race after all runners paid only a one dollar entry fee.1972. Six female entrants sit for first ten minutes of race in protest against the AAU's insistence on their starting early.<p><a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/is-2008-your-year-to-make-history-at-the-nyc-marathon/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Will you make history at the 2008 NYC Marathon?</em></a></p><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.nycmarathon.org/home/index.php>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/is-2008-your-year-to-make-history-at-the-nyc-marathon/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1336285/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/is-2008-your-year-to-make-history-at-the-nyc-marathon/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>Chris Sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>exercise</category><category>fitness</category><category>ING</category><category>New York City Marathon</category><category>NewYorkCityMarathon</category><category>running</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>5 tips for safe weightlifting</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/resistance-training-safety/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/resistance-training-safety/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/resistance-training-safety/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[Resistance training is a fantastic way to build lean, toned muscles while helping to reduce body fat. It has also been shown to increase bone strength, something older people, in particular, can benefit from. But if there is one downside to resistance training, it's the risk of injury. Granted, there's a risk of injury in just about everything in life, but weightlifting comes with its own unique set. That's why adhering to these weightlifting safety suggestions provided by the American Academy of Family Physicians is the way to go.

    Always warm up before lifting with some light cardio and easy sets, and cool down and stretch afterward
    Wear shoes with good traction to prevent against slipping
    Use a spotter when performing any major lifts, especially pressing exercises that place the weight above you
    Find a trainer or workout coach to assist you in learning how to perform exercises properly
    Set realistic goals for yourself based on your age, gender, physical strength and maturity
<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.ilooklikefit.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/resistance-training-safety/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1338602/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/13/resistance-training-safety/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>exericise</category><category>fitness</category><category>resistance training</category><category>ResistanceTraining</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 10:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Speed up fat loss with interval training</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/12/speed-up-fat-loss-with-this-interval-training-workout/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/12/speed-up-fat-loss-with-this-interval-training-workout/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/12/speed-up-fat-loss-with-this-interval-training-workout/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[If simultaneously accelerating fat loss and improving your cardiovascular health sounds like something you might be interested in, consider following a workout program that includes interval training.To get the most out of an interval training workout, it must include a variety of exercises, tension, resistance, interval lengths, and duration. The key to making all these variables work for you is understanding the sprint portion of the workout. More or less, you are sprinting when you can no longer carry on a conversation with someone and, perhaps even more accurately, are working at 90 percent of your max effort. The following workout, designed by Maximum Fitness magazine, is one that can be completed on a treadmill, an elliptical machine, on a running track, on a stair-climber -- just about anywhere. The interval concept can easily be implemented into almost any cardio-based workout. Warm-Up..............Light Jog..................5 minutesSprint...................90% Effort...............10 secondsJog.......................70% Effort...............30 secondsSprint...................90% Effort...............10 secondsJog.......................70% Effort...............30 secondsSprint...................90% Effort...............10 secondsJog.......................70% Effort...............30 secondsNote: Repeat the above cycle for 20 continuous minutesIncline/Resistance: Increase incline or resistance setting by five percent every five minutes<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.maxfitmag.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/12/speed-up-fat-loss-with-this-interval-training-workout/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1336320/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/12/speed-up-fat-loss-with-this-interval-training-workout/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>fat loss</category><category>FatLoss</category><category>fitness</category><category>inteval training</category><category>IntevalTraining</category><category>maximum fitness magazine</category><category>MaximumFitnessMagazine</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 15:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Fit Factor: Set clear and realistic goals</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/10/fit-factor-the-importance-of-setting-clear-and-realistic-goals/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/10/fit-factor-the-importance-of-setting-clear-and-realistic-goals/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/10/fit-factor-the-importance-of-setting-clear-and-realistic-goals/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[You can read every fitness magazine and website out there, you can try this supplement and that weight-loss pill, and you can even go to the gym from time to time. But, are your goals clear? More specifically, do you REALLY know what it is you want in terms of your fitness?I think the concept of wanting something, as opposed to having or doing something that you'd like, is an interesting one. The phrase generally tends to be tossed about quite carelessly; "I want a new car," "I want to lose 20 pounds, "I want to go on vacation." However, if these things (or the different things that you claim to want) are truly -- absolutely and without question -- what you want, you would have them. And so would I. Want is a very, very strong word, one that requires a great deal of time, effort, and dedication to effectuate. Look, I'm just as guilty as the next person of claiming to want things that I know may never materialize, so please don't think I'm waxing philosophical here from atop an ivory tower. My only reason for mentioning all of this is to make it clear that reading health magazines, taking diet pills, occasionally eating healthy, and going to the gym now and again simply may not be enough to get the body you claim to want. The body you would like to have? Perhaps. But not the one you want.<p><a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/10/fit-factor-the-importance-of-setting-clear-and-realistic-goals/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Fit Factor: Set clear and realistic goals</em></a></p><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.aolhealth.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/10/fit-factor-the-importance-of-setting-clear-and-realistic-goals/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1337930/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/10/fit-factor-the-importance-of-setting-clear-and-realistic-goals/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>Chris Sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>exercise</category><category>fit factor</category><category>FitFactor</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 08:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Yes, 'whey' -- an interview with the CEO of Designer Whey</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/08/yes-whey-an-interview-with-the-ceo-of-designer-whey/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/08/yes-whey-an-interview-with-the-ceo-of-designer-whey/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/08/yes-whey-an-interview-with-the-ceo-of-designer-whey/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[There's a great deal of talk about protein these days. The different kinds, the amount we should be eating, the best time to eat it, and so on and so forth. So, to help get to the bottom of it all, I decided to reach out to David Jenkins, CEO and Founder of Designer Whey protein. Here's what he had to say.T.F.: Many weightlifting magazines often write about the need for serious trainers to get a high amount of protein in their diet. Do you agree that this is necessary?D.J.: Of course, but the key is that these are SERIOUS trainers. If they don't fuel the muscle there will be loss. Muscles during intense workouts need protein for fuel, whey protein is digested very quickly and delivered to the muscles quickly and easily, as opposed to eggs, milk or soy which take longer.<p><a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/08/yes-whey-an-interview-with-the-ceo-of-designer-whey/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Yes, 'whey' -- an interview with the CEO of Designer Whey</em></a></p><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.ilooklikefit.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/08/yes-whey-an-interview-with-the-ceo-of-designer-whey/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1335570/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/08/yes-whey-an-interview-with-the-ceo-of-designer-whey/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>david jenkins</category><category>DavidJenkins</category><category>designer whey</category><category>DesignerWhey</category><category>diet</category><category>interview</category><category>protein</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 18:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Overeating can throw metabolism out of whack</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/overeating-can-throw-metabolism-out-of-whack/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/overeating-can-throw-metabolism-out-of-whack/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/overeating-can-throw-metabolism-out-of-whack/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[Beware of overeating. Seems it triggers a metabolic response in the brain, even when a person hasn't gained weight. Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison say this is so, and previous research revealed that eating too much caused an inflammatory response in the liver, muscles, and other metabolic tissues, changes that underscore the development of type 2 diabetes. What wasn't known, however, was if the same pathway was at work in the central nervous system.
Turns out it is. Presenting their findings in the October issue of the journal Cell, researchers assert that a high-sugar or high-fat diet also increases the activity of this pathway in the brain. What's more, this same pathway is active in the brains of mice (yes, mice. Human trials have not yet begun -- although researchers believe their findings will also apply to us) predisposed to obesity. Once awakened, the pathway induces insulin resistance and the dysfunction of other hormones involved with appetite and weight control. 
<p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/overeating-can-throw-metabolism-out-of-whack/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1334409/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/overeating-can-throw-metabolism-out-of-whack/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:30:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Will eating too much protein make you fat?</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/will-eating-too-much-protein-make-you-fat/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/will-eating-too-much-protein-make-you-fat/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/will-eating-too-much-protein-make-you-fat/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[According to Maximum Fitness magazine, the most likely way protein will make you gain weight is if you're getting your protein from sources that also contain high amounts of fast-digesting carbs and unhealthy fats.  Other than that, it's unlikely (not impossible; just unlikely).  For protein to be converted into fat, it has to first be converted into glucose -- this process requires the body's glucagon level to be higher than its insulin production.  Nevertheless, this typically occurs only when food has not been eaten for at least four hours.  So, again, the risk of protein leading to weight gain is minimal.Apart from weight gain, it was previously believed that consuming high amounts of protein could negatively effect kidney function.  However, research published in the Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism put this fear to rest.  As a general rule, an active person should aim to consume around 0.8g per kilogram of body weight. <p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.aolhealth.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/will-eating-too-much-protein-make-you-fat/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1334334/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/will-eating-too-much-protein-make-you-fat/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>chris sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>diet</category><category>fat</category><category>fitness</category><category>protein</category><category>weight loss</category><category>WeightLoss</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 14:00:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Warm up to these 2 exercises</title><link>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/warm-up-to-these-2-exercises/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/warm-up-to-these-2-exercises/</guid><comments>http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/warm-up-to-these-2-exercises/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[Before diving headlong into a resistance training workout, it's a good idea to first warm up a bit. Getting your blood pumping, your mind focused, and your muscles prepped is an important step in preventing injury. But, just like workouts themselves, not all warm-ups are created equal.Stretching has come under fire as of late, with some experts suggesting that it actually increases the risk of injury. Of course, there exists a great deal of research that states otherwise, so let's just say the jury is still out on stretching. However, just about everyone agrees that performing some light cardio and warm-up sets before resistance training are vital to a proper workout. Therefore, in order to properly prepare your body for the difficult workout that's soon to come, your warm-up must incorporate the use of the muscles to be trained.While a light jog on a treadmill or five to 10 minutes on an elliptical is a pretty good way to accomplish this, an even better way is to perform the Barbell Duck-Under and the Barbell Step-Over.<p><a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/warm-up-to-these-2-exercises/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Warm up to these 2 exercises</em></a></p><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"> </p><p><a href=http://www.aolhealth.com/>Read</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/warm-up-to-these-2-exercises/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/forward/1334314/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a> | <a href="http://www.thatsfit.com/2008/10/06/warm-up-to-these-2-exercises/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>Chris Sparling</category><category>ChrisSparling</category><category>exercise</category><category>fitness</category><category>warm p</category><category>warm-up</category><category>WarmP</category><category>workout</category><dc:creator>Chris Sparling</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:30:00 EST</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
