Fat Loss – Struggle of a Lifetime or Reward of a Better Life?
March 28th, 2008As per the dictionary – there are about 3 or 4 definitions of the word ‘fitness’. In the real world, however, there are as many definitions as there are people willing to volunteer their answer. Many factors go into this ‘infinite meanings of fitness’ scenario – but one of the most influential, is one’s own place in their journey to a better quality of life – a state of optimal fitness.
I remind you – when I use the phrase ‘optimal fitness’ – I am not saying we must all look like the models that cover the pages of the glossy fitness and glamour magazines (although there is nothing wrong if you do) – I’m talking about fitness that goes beneath our outer layer – fitness that includes your health/medical profile, your moods, your energy, your longevity and the vitality of your spirit… Fitness is not just about ‘ripped abs’, ’super hot bodies’ and ‘chiseled muscles’ – no its much broader and deeper than that.
We each have circumstances, experiences and life situations – that influence who we are, how we think and the actions we take. At any given point we have the ability to go inside ourselves to take more control of ‘who we are and what we choose to do’ – There is a great example of someone doing this right now in her brief but very insightful article, (click to read => The Struggle of a Lifetime.
Many of you – male or female, fitness beginner or seasoned fitness pro, will get something out of reading this article and following Leanne’s progress. The photo overlay of her fat loss she shows, is very neat – …never saw one like that. Her story is one that MANY of you will be able to identify with – and on the other hand some of you will have no idea of what she has gone through – BUT – you may know someone who has or is going through what she talks about.
Learn from her words and see what you can do to help yourself or someone you know who may be looking for some support and encouragement. In world loaded with isolated health and fitness tips – a ‘true to life’ story can be the big catalyst that moves people into action and toward permanent success.
Don’t Be Like Everybody Else… Be Fit!
PS – much praise and lots of questions coming in to us regarding this site/blog and the new book. One answer is, Yes. – I will be covering a wide array of health, fitness and exercise information in the articles I post on this site. Topics ranging from ‘proactive mindset’ to circuit training and beyond – just too much to list here – so just stay tuned…
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March 29th, 2008 at 2:39 am
HI Joey
You have mentioned loads about hip-bum-thigh, but not much on the abs. For me the abs have always been the last to reduce, the most difficult to budge. Does your program results include results in that area as well? I used to do at least 5-6 cardio intense trainigns pwe week, My weight training woudl bulk me up without definition, and I would gain body fat. When I was teaching aerobics I was at my my peak fitness ever, yet my body fat was over 33%!!! I found that traing too much cardio, my body swells up, too many weight sessions, I would bulk up … and still I would have this apron around my belly. I am not a junk food person, and choose naturally healthy foods. Do you beleive that your training program may make a difference without doing more harm? When I did Body For Life, I gained fat and muscle in two weeks. I am not talkign about the scale, it was visible and instead of becoming lean , I became podgy!
Mandy
Cape Town
South Africa
March 31st, 2008 at 2:42 am
I look forward to your response to Mandy.
March 31st, 2008 at 11:45 am
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April 1st, 2008 at 8:34 am
Mandy, I have the same exact problem. I bulk up even though I keep my eating in check. It is very difficult to lose inches from my waist and when I lift weights, my arms especially get bulky when I want them to be thin and toned.
April 1st, 2008 at 1:48 pm
First – YES – weight training WILL ‘bulk up’ some women – who have the genetic potential to get bulky.
Second – eating ‘clean’ and choosing naturally healthy foods is VERY different than eating properly AND staying within a daily caloric range that promotes fat loss and ‘leanness’ – something I talk about much more in the book.
Third – this is one of the BIGGEST reasons I advocate and preach bodyweight type fitness & exercise programs.
This should help if you take action based on these 3 bits of info.
Be Fit!
Joey Atlas
April 2nd, 2008 at 11:37 pm
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June 27th, 2008 at 1:59 pm
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September 11th, 2008 at 7:46 am
Hi Joey ive been following your training plans but somtimes i still feel slugish. ive been advised to follow a healthy diet for my blood type what do you think? my stomacch is much flatter but still tend to bloat and now i seem to be growing a butt, but do you think this eat for your blood type really works????
Teri
January 17th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
helo.good morning.i do not want to purchase a book now.if u have a good website regarding the burning fat & weight loss plz inform me.so i can learn it from net only.thank you.