Category Archives: Nutrition

Best way to check body fat?

    One of the best ways to measure the success of your fitness routine is to periodically test your body fat percentage to see if you’re making progress. In the past there were only three basic ways to accomplish … Continue reading

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How do I pack on muscle?

Q: I have been working out for many years and am in pretty good shape, but I have always had trouble increasing muscle size. I have a super-fast metabolism that seems to burn off everything I eat no matter what … Continue reading

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Several strategies can help with weight loss success

Q.: Every time I read an article about getting in shape, I always see the same information. Are there any secrets you could share that would help shed some light on working out and losing weight? A.: There’s a lot … Continue reading

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Health in the Workplace

Should work be a place to get fit? Chris: It seems every where I turn I hear people talk about the difficult economic situation we have in the United States as well as the state of Delaware. I can’t help … Continue reading

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Does working out on an empty stomach help burn fat?

Chris: I’ve often heard that getting up early in the morning going to the gym and working out on an empty stomach is one of the best ways to burn fat because the lack of calories forces the body to … Continue reading

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How do I avoid crashing during workouts?

Chris: I’ve read in some of you’re previous articles that doing cardio directly after weight training is a good way to burn fat. I tried this technique but found that I was completely exhausted by the time I finished everything. … Continue reading

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How do I cope with sweets at work?

Chris: What do you do if someone at work just happens to bring the some of the best pastries from the best Italian bakery in Boston? I’m trying to be good but it’s been one of those weeks. Lance Lance: … Continue reading

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Do I eat before or after my workout?

Chris: When is the best time to eat, before or after my workout? I usually drink a protein shake after my workout but am not sure if this is the right thing to do. I am a runner who spends … Continue reading

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More Reps and their Effects

Will lifting light weights tone and slenderize? Chris: I find the human body amazing, and because of that, I have several subscriptions and have read many books on fitness. I would like your opinion on something. I have read if … Continue reading

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Read about the following topics in this months Ask the Trainer Column:

*** What are the top five foods? *** What are the five worst foods? *** What about diet soda? *** Will running stop me from gaining muscle size? *** Add some tricks for muscle imbalance

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