Healthy Mind = Healthy Body: June 2011

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Really Cool New Research On Fat Loss

Ever hear of Nutrition Partitioning?

Well, the research is showing that it allows your body to burn fat and build muscle at the same time.

Talk about cool!

Here's an easy-to-understand article on the subject from my partners over at Prograde.

http://healthymindhealthybody.getprograde.com/bcaa-weight-loss-research.html

Yours in health,

Theo Tilton NASM CPT
Founder
TLT Mind & Body LLC
Ripped & Sexy Bootcamp®

I am thankful for my body and the experiences of life.

Inspired from our wonderful friends at Daily Word…

My Body

I am thankful for my body and the experiences of life.

When I am not feeling my best, I take this time to envision my body infused with light. Gratefully, I bless my bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments, which support me and allow me freedom of movement. Silently, I bless the intricate systems that digest my food, circulate oxygen in my blood, transmit my sense experiences, and provide for my protection.

My body is continuously supporting, repairing and renewing itself in amazing ways. Science proves this more and more, everyday. My body is the creation of a Divine Mind, a perfect idea. I give thanks for its health and wholeness. My body responds with energy and vitality as I fill my mind with thoughts of gratitude and blessing.

Healthy Mind = Healthy Body,

Theo Tilton

“Your most valuable tool in becoming who you really are and who you want to be, can never be lost… It is always available to you, all of the time.” – Theo Tilton 2010

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Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Back To Basics: Best Leg Exercise

Squats, Squats and Squats.

If you would like to read the full article click here

Ready to get those legs into better shape than they've ever been in? Then you're going to have to give up some of your treadmill time and trade it in for some squat-tastic exercises.

Purpose

At the core of squats is strengthening your leg muscles. Specifically, squats strengthen your quadriceps and your hamstrings. By giving these muscles an extra helping of strength, you strengthen the muscles that support your knees, ultimately helping your knees avoid injury. Strong knees help you avoid injury during your daily routine, as well as on the athletic field. As squats also require you to maintain good balance, you'll also give your core a bit of a workout, while increasing your flexibility at the same time. Because of all these benefits, many consider squats to be one of the most useful and necessary pieces of any weight-lifting puzzle.

Technique

For maximum effectiveness, you'll need to practice proper posture with each and every repetition. When beginning your squats, stand upright with your feet a bit wider than shoulder-width apart. With your toes facing directly forward, slowly and carefully bend at the knees, hips, and ankles, as your back remains in a neutral position that hovers over your thighs. If you're not using weights, allow your arms to extend out in front of you for balance. Once your thighs are approximately parallel to the ground, push up with your hips and knees until you return to the starting position. Repeat and prepare for incredible results.

Going to use weights as you squat? You'll want to start with proper technique when removing the weight from the rack. To take the weight off the rack, set the barbell on the rack at a height that is approximately as high as the middle of your chest. Place your feet under the bar and squat under the bar as you place the bar on your back. Tighten your entire body and push up to remove the bar from the rack. From this position, take one step backwards with your right foot and then one with your left. You're now ready to squat.