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By Tom Venuto
www.BurnTheFat.com

Happy New Year! In this article, I’m going to predict your future and forecast exactly what kind of results you’re going to get in the next 12 months. Sylvia Browne, step aside… I’m pretty good at this.

Several years ago, a public relations firm in New York City asked me to write an article for one of their publications about fitness trends and predictions for the coming year.

It turned out that my “crystal ball” was pretty darn accurate. I nailed most of the predictions I made about aerobics classes, yoga, core training, “holistic” approaches, online personal training technology, the baby boomer market, increasing obesity and many other subjects.

I do confess, it wasn’t that difficult, because instead of just guessing, I actually did some research on industry statistics and I also had some “inside insights” because I’d been a health club manager for so many years and was privy to fitness business trends.

This year, instead of making predictions for the whole fitness industry, what if I could take out my crystal ball again and predict with 99% precision exactly what kind of results you will achieve with your body by the end of the year?

Well, no problem, I can do that too!

I would claim that I have some kind of “gift” for this, but to be honest, you and I don’t need to be psychic to make predictions like these.

There are two things you can always count on:

(1) Nature’s laws of cause and effect, and

(2) human nature.

On that basis, here are my 20 fitness predictions for the New Year:

I PREDICT that if you can reach into your pocket on any day this year and pull out a card or piece of paper with all your body and fitness goals written on it in vivid detail, the odds are 95 to 1 in favor of you achieving every one of those goals before the year is out.

I PREDICT that if you focus your thoughts on your goals and how you are going to achieve them, all day long, you will reach your goals so fast this year, it will make your head spin.

I PREDICT that if you focus your thoughts on health woes and body fat problems and if you think about what you don’t want, all day long, your problems will get worse than ever this year.

I PREDICT that if you made a new year’s resolution, but you didn’t turn it into a specific, written goal with a deadline and a strong reason why you must achieve it, you will freely abandon it the moment the going gets tough.

I PREDICT that if you can tell me all the reasons why achieving your health and fitness goals are important to you, you will be motivated from within to stick with it when the going gets tough.

I PREDICT that at times, the going is going to get tough.

I PREDICT that if you can tell me today what is your life purpose and what is your lifelong vision for your body and your health, you will still be as motivated and driven at the end of the year as you were at the beginning.

I PREDICT that if you don’t have long term goals and a “big picture” vision for your life that you will lose your New Year’s enthusiasm and motivation in a matter of months or even weeks.

I PREDICT that the way you see yourself in your mind’s eye today will be an exact reflection of what you see in the mirror at the end of the year.

I PREDICT that if you have a setback that seems to get in the way of you reaching your health and fitness goals and you tell yourself “this just is temporary; this too shall pass,” then it will pass and it won’t set you back.

I PREDICT that if you believe the way your body looks today is out of your control and you feel helpless or powerless to change, you won’t even make much of an effort this year.

I PREDICT that if you accept complete responsibility for the way your body looks today and you believe that you have the power to change, that you will take action and keep taking action, even through the tough times.

I PREDICT that if you’re unhappy with your physical condition and you say, “it’s not my fault” or you blame it on genetics, hormones or age, then your body will look pretty much the same at the end of this year as it did on New Year’s day.

I PREDICT that the more you have patience, a long term perspective and the ability to postpone immediate gratification, the more likely you are to be a success one year from now.

I PREDICT that the more you seek “miracle pills” or “quick fixes,” the more likely you are to be a failure one year from now.

I PREDICT that you will be tempted by many quick fixes this year.

I PREDICT that if you hang out with losers and negative people this year, you will become just like them.

I PREDICT that if you hang out with winners and positive people this year, you will become just like them.

I PREDICT that you will run into more negative people and losers this year than positive people and winners.

I PREDICT that if you recruit just one friend or support partner that stands behind you and the lifestyle changes you want to make this year, you will double your chances for success. If you surround yourself with numerous support partners, you will become virtually unstoppable.

So how does your future look for the year ahead?

Based on my “predictions,” if it doesn’t look as bright as you’d like it to be, then don’t worry, because a prediction is not predestination.

You can’t do anything to change the past, but by changing your thoughts, attitudes and actions in the present moment, the future is yours to create.

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Your friend and coach,

Tom Venuto

To see a complete fat burning system that takes you by the hand, step by step and shows you what to eat, how to exercise and how to stay motivated, all year long, visit:www.BurnTheFat.com

About the Author:

Tom Venuto is a natural bodybuilder, certified personal trainer and freelance fitness writer. Tom is the author of “Burn the Fat, Feed The Muscle,” which teaches you how to get lean without drugs or supplements using secrets of the world’s best bodybuilders and fitness models. Learn how to get rid of stubborn fat and increase your metabolism by visiting: www.BurnTheFat.com

Melissa Peterman weight loss — we all want to know about it!

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It seems that everybody wants to know about the Melissa Peterman weight loss program and how she managed to lose all the weight in a relatively short amount of time.

Let’s face it Melissa looks good she appears to be happy and healthy, we are happy for her!

Happy Melissa Peterman Full Of Energy, Living Life and Looking Sexy!

What people need to realize is that various different weight loss programs work better for some people than others and while you might see somebody who has lost a considerable amount of weight they might have done it with a program that does not suit your body type or lifestyle.

The proper vitamin supplements can help.

This is extremely important because Melissa will have a completely different lifestyle than the majority of people so for somebody to think that they can get the same results from the Melissa Peterman weight loss program when their lifestyle and their body type is completely different then they are going to be very disappointed.

There are so many different types of weight loss programs available that you need to find one that suits you whether it is the Melissa Peterman weight loss program or any one of the many others.

I do know a diet that is correct for most people today. It is not a crazy fad diet, no dangerous pills and it builds a natural high energy lifestyle. It is real and extremely effective. Imagine eating knowing that you are cleansing and beautifying yourself at the same time. It really can be a life changing fun exciting adventure.

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Melissa Peterman could have very well decided to re-educate herself and know what allows her body to function as it is designed to function. We all have and incredible body. Just give it what it needs and our bodies will be the incredible bodies they are meant to be.

I don’t know what worked for Melissa Peterman but I can point you in a direction that will assist you in knowing what the super foods are and also teach you to not clog up your system (body).

This knowledge will work for most of the people on this planet.

Know the untold truths, regain you youth and energy. Look for the incredible book “Eating For Beauty” it is a great read and really eye opening.

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You can feel young, look healthy and have a wonderful fun life, it just takes heading in the right direction and knowing what really works for you.

Beautiful Melissa Peterman sheds pounds and releases her inner beauty!

Inspiring and motivational for us all we wish her the best. This picture shows her beautiful appearance and her victory with her decision to live a healthy fit and shinning lifestyle. Her recent weight loss has created a stir and many speculations.

All the talk about how did Melissa Peterman from the Reba Show lose her weight?

Politically Incorrect Holiday Fat loss Tips

By: Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
www.TurbulenceTraining.com

I was at a big event last week and was reminded how important it is to have strategies for this season of high-calorie parties and busy schedules. But I get ticked off by the tired old
suggestions you find on the Internet or in magazines like Woman’s World.

Often the suggestions are lack any substance, because the writers don’t want to imply you actually have to make a sacrifice to succeed. They make Fat loss sound easy, as if all you had to do was park at the far end of the parking lot and you’d burn all the calories from 5 shortbread cookies.

Well it doesn’t work that way…So here are my politically incorrect, unique Turbulence training strategies to help you keep off the holiday pounds.

By the way, I “borrowed” a few ideas from contestants in my Turbulence training Transformation Contest. The Transformation is rocking with social support and success stories right now, even while the rest of the world struggles with weight gain, these TT users are losing fat over the holidays.

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Strategy #1 - Green Tea & Almonds

One of the most common tips you’ll hear is to “fill up” before you go to a party where there will be lots of goodies.

Unfortunately, most people I talk to have no luck with this tip. Most people still go to a party and eat everything in sight.

But recently TT users have told me that having a cup of Green Tea and one ounce of almonds has helped them avoid holiday cravings better than anything ever before.

The fiber from the almonds reduces appetite while the small amount of caffeine from the Green Tea seems to increase mental alertness and keep you “energized” at the party.

Hopefully that might work for you…

Strategy #2 - Don’t waste your time on any fancy cardio programs

Listen, the bottom line over the holiday season is that your success depends almost entirely on your nutrition.

You can’t expect to hit the cardio confessional and burn off last night’s 2000 calorie smorgasboard. That’s a 4-hour workout. Instead, don’t get into that situation in the first place.

Here are more nutrition tips:

• - Focus on portion control (and if you have no discipline, forget even trying to eat just one)
• - Nix all drinks mixed with calorie-containing beverages, or better yet, just stop getting drunk. Period.
• - Write down everything you eat to identify your problem spots. Then do whatever you need to do to eliminate your weaknesses. If you don’t record your nutrition, chances are you’ll miss big opportunities to change your diet and lose fat.

Strategy #3 - Take care of you first.

My friend Holly Rigsby (of http://www.fityummymummy.com) is always reminding busy moms to take care of themselves first, and I think that suggestion applies at this time of year to everyone.

So take a deep breath. Ask yourself as you’re running around to please everyone else, “Have you set aside time for yourself”

Be selfish. Make sure you have had some exercise time, some good nutrition, and some rest before overextending yourself and doing too much for other people when you haven’t taken care of yourself and your goals first.

Strategy #4 - Get on a roll

This one comes from a TT Transformation contestant who is too busy losing fat to get off track over the holidays.

Don’t procrastinate ghet started now! Dozens of men and women are doing their Turbulence training Transformations right now - through the heart of the holiday season.

They aren’t waiting for Jan. 1st to show up. They are taking control now, and getting on a roll and not letting anything (from work parties to peer pressure) get in their way.

Strategy #5 - exercise in short bursts whenever you can

Don’t be afraid to dance at your Christmas party. Don’t worry, there is bound to be at least one worse dancer than you out on the floor. Have fun and get down!

On a more serious note, here’s how to avoid falling off the fitness program during the busy holiday season.

Get your butt out of bed 15 minutes early so you can have 3 minutes to wake up and 12 minutes to do the December 2007 Turbulence training 12-Minute Workouts.

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Stay healthy and fit over the holidays,

Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
Author, Turbulence training
About the Author

Learn about the “Dark Side of Cardio” in the free report from Craig Ballantyne at www.TurbulenceTraining.com. Craig is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist and writes for Men’s Health, Men’s Fitness, Maximum Fitness, Muscle and Fitness Hers, and Oxygen magazines. His trademarked Turbulence training Fat loss workouts have helped thousands of men and women around the world lose fat, gain muscle, and get lean in less than 45 minutes three times per week. For more information on the Turbulence training workouts that will help you burn fat without long, slow cardio sessions or fancy equipment, visit www.TurbulenceTraining.com

Imagine that in the distance you see a short, stooped figure walking with short, slow steps. Most likely, you will conclude that the person is old. The hunched posture gives you the clue.

Why does aging contort so many bodies in this way? The reason is that many people throughout their lives do not exercise or work the body the way it was created to work and so the muscles shorten. Long hours of reading, sewing, typing, or standing at a workbench take their toll.

People can take action before it is too late. The best action is regular exercise that stretches the muscles and improves flexibility, with special considerations on the core muscles.

What Are Core Muscles?

Core muscles are to the muscles found at the oblique area, abdominals, lower back, and the gluts. These four areas of the body are the ones that usually frame the posture of a person. A good posture can reflect good conditioning of these muscle areas.

What people do not know is that core muscles are actually the “core” or the central part for all the strength that is needed to boost and carry out different physical activities. This means that if an individual’s core muscles are physically strong, it will maintain equilibrium in the body and stabilize the system every time the person is working out and moving.

Strengthening Core Muscles!

The main responsibilities of the core muscles are to provide strength to the body to enable it to cope with the dynamic challenges of physical activity that a person encounters.

Many health and fitness experts have realized that it is relatively important to strengthen the core muscles along with the other muscles in the body. Through experiments and research, they have found out that having a stronger core can lessen a lot of health problems concerning posture.

For instance, a well-conditioned core muscle can project good posture. It can also improve the endurance of the back through the day.

Why? Because muscles that are included in the group of core muscles are actually the ones that initiate the proper stabilization of the whole upper and lower torso.

Why is it important to strengthen the core muscles, here is a list of some of the benefits that you can use as references:

1. Strengthening core muscles will improve posture and help prevent low back pain of the muscular origin.

This means that as you incorporate stretching exercises in your routine, taking a particular focus on the muscles of the upper and front part of the trunk, including the abdominal and trunk muscles, the activity has the tendency to strengthen the muscles of the back that extend to the spine.

2. It will help tone the muscles, thereby, avoiding further back injury

Exercising your core muscles will strengthen and tones your lower back muscles and buttocks while stretching the hip flexors and the muscles on the front of the thighs.

Achieving this state will greatly reduce your chances of serious lower back injury.

3. Improves physical performance

Exercising the core muscles with slow, static stretching is just as effective in relieving stiffness and enhances flexibility. Once the flexibility of a person has improved they will be able to perform there physical activities at higher levels.

4. They do not cause sore aching muscles

Static stretching for core muscles is best for the muscles and connective tissues. When you employ slow stretches it is best as opposed to the quick, bouncing exercises that rely on jerky muscle contraction.

5. Lengthen muscles and avoid unbalanced footing as you get old

Core muscle exercises lengthen the muscles that have contracted as a result of pain. It also helps to prevent pain from vigorous exercise if they are included at the end of each workout.

Health and fitness experts highly recommend starting a core work out immediately and repeating the routine at least 2 times a week. The process can be done after the workout or even during the activity, for about 10 to 20 minutes only.

Core muscles are absolutely important in determining the good posture of the body. Strengthening them can eliminate those nuisances of back pains.

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