Weight Management: Metabolic Health, Bulking & Fat Loss Strategies

Weight management often depends on calculating metabolic rates, understanding fat biochemistry, and tailoring exercise programming for either muscle acquisition or structured fat reduction.

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What to Drink and When to Drink It

Published Jun,20 2018  |  By Marta Montenegro

With so many high-calorie drink options out there, here are your best bets for low-calorie beverages to sip along with the health benefits of ones you can consume in moderation.

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Small Diet Changes that Yield Big Results

Published Jun,18 2018  |  By Mary Avant

Not everyone has the willpower for huge, sweeping lifestyle changes. But the good news is that when it comes to diets, the most successful regimens often require only small changes to see big results. And it's often those who make these small alterations to their everyday routine that see more lasting results.

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The 13 Most Creative Weight-Loss Tips Ever (That Really Work!)

Published Jun,14 2018  |  By Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN

Got a few pounds to drop? While there’s an endless supply of weight-loss schemes to take a crack at, some are unrealistic, most don’t truly work in the long run and a handful can be downright dangerous. We’re committed to helping you find a solution.

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Calories Burned During Squats

Published Jun,11 2018  |  By Christy Callahan

Squats use the large muscles of your legs and butt to burn calories, but done on their own -- they don't burn a ton. Make them part of a comprehensive routine.

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What Happens to Body Fat When You Lose Weight?

Published Jun,07 2018  |  By Andrea Cespedes

You've just lost weight, and you're left wondering where that part of you went. Fat burning is a complex chemical process that creates carbon dioxide and water, and, essentially, any fat you lose, you exhale away. A minor percentage of fat lost is in the form of water, through your urine, sweat, tears and feces.

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How to Use the Elliptical for Fat Loss

Published Jun,04 2018  |  By Michelle Hamilton

The elliptical might just be the most used — and misused — piece of equipment at your gym. While the amount of calories you burn in any given elliptical workout depends on ramp height, resistance level and speed stride speed, you can burn usually burn about 270 to 400 calories in 30 minutes. And because your feet never leave the pedals, the elliptical provides a low-impact workout that is friendly to your joints and back, unlike a treadmill. But if your goal is to get your heart rate high, work up a sweat and keep off excess pounds but all you’re doing is a steady 20- or 30-minute workout, you’re missing out on the machine’s potential. “The elliptical is a powerhouse among cardio equipment because it allows you to use a large amount of muscle,” says Evan Johnson, a certified personal trainer in Storrs, CT.

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How to Gain Weight Naturally for Men

Published Jun,04 2018  |  By Andrea Cespedes

A man gains weight by eating more calories than he burns daily. But don't just chow down on donuts and pizza. Eating healthy protein, dairy, whole grains and starchy vegetables will help you look and feel healthier when you need to put on pounds.

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The Average Weight & Height for a 16-Year-Old

Published May,31 2018  |  By Laura Reynolds

The high school years are full of transition for teens. Not only are they learning how to drive, manage school, make friends, and work, they are also growing in height and weight. Even at 16, both boys and girls are still experiencing growth sports -- some more than others.

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Diet Plan to Lose 10 Kilograms

Published May,31 2018  |  By Jill Corleone, RDN, LD

Losing 10 kilograms takes time and dedication. A diet plan that trims your calorie intake, focuses on healthy foods, and includes regular physical activity is best.

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25th Anniversary And DVD Release Of "Raging Bull"

12 Actors Who Massively Transformed Themselves for a Role

Published May,30 2018  |  By Deborah Day

Ever since Robert De Niro piled on 60 pounds to play boxer Jake La Motta in 1980’s “Raging Bull,” Hollywood’s hottest talents have followed his lead, enduring extreme weight fluctuations for the sake of a plum role. Check out 12 celebrities who risked all this for their roles.

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10 Ways Changing How You Think Promotes Weight Loss

Published May,30 2018  |  By Matt Schneiderman

Sick of trying diets only to gain back the weight? Or perhaps you’re just not the diet type? Calorie-counting can be a drag, and the lifestyle changes required in a new healthy regimen might seem overwhelming. Here are several tips for getting fit with strategies informed by CBT.

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Soft Belly Fat vs. Hard Belly Fat

Published May,29 2018  |  By Jill Corleone, RDN, LD

Being able to pinch an inch at your waistline may be upsetting to you. That pinchable fat is soft belly fat, also known as subcutaneous fat, acts as insulation and a source of energy for your body.

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How Much Can You Lose on a 700-Calorie Diet?

Published May,28 2018  |  By Meg Campbell

While there’s no question that consuming just 700 calories a day will promote weight loss, the amount of weight you’d lose in a week depends on how many calories your body requires to maintain itself.

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