BLACK OLIVE PATE (Raw Vegan)
This recipe came to me via the Rainbow Green Live-Food Cuisine by Gabriel Cousens, M.D.
2 C pine nuts, soaked
3/4 C Organic black olives
3/4 C water
1 Avocado
1 C fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 C tomatoes, diced
Makes 2-3 servings
Process nuts, olives, avocado and water in a blender until creamy; combine mixture with parsley [...]

Overview
According to Dr. Stuart McGill, professor of spine biomechanics at the University of Waterloo (Waterloo, ON, Canada), “The traditional sit-up imposes approximately 730 pounds of compression on the spine.” (McGill, 88)  This fact alone is enough to convince me to stay far away from crunches and all of its variations.
Unfortunately, Back extensions aren’t any better.  [...]

Overview

According to Dr. Stuart McGill, professor of spine biomechanics at the University of Waterloo (Waterloo, ON, Canada), “The traditional sit-up imposes approximately 730 pounds of compression on the spine.” (McGill, 88)  This fact alone is enough to convince [...]

Recap
*Today’s post is yesterdays news as I am a day ahead of my blog postings.  ie When Day 2 blog is released I am actually going through Day 3 and so on
Before I begin the Juice Feasting program from Joanne Gero, www.vibealive.ca, [...]

How do you choose the right personal trainer?
The time has come for you to get fit and shed that unwelcome body fat. Or perhaps you want to add some size to your frame, or train for an athletic event, such as a half marathon.  At this point, I always recommend seeking out the help of [...]

HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Over the next few days every trainer, gym, magazine and TV advertisement will give you their tips on how to beat “Holiday” weight gain. Some tips will be very useful and some will be as good as me telling you to pay me $100.00 every time you fall off the wagon. In [...]

A 1-2 PUNCH AGAINST BODY FAT
Combining strength training and cardio is an extremely effective tool for fighting unwanted body fat.  An example of this would be to use complexes with either Barbells, Dumbells or Kettlebells to create the necessary intensity.
What is a Complex?
A complex is a series of lifts performed in succession with one piece [...]

Part 3
In Part 2 of TURNING OVER A NEW LEAF AND EATING IT, I mentioned that I had a decision to make.  When I left off I was telling you about the extreme bloating and discomfort I was experiencing due to my quick transition to raw foods.  I was also having a hard time adjusting [...]

EPISODE #1

Yet again I was witness to a so called professional not being a professional.  The fitness industry as a whole has progressed so fast in the past 20 years that the money being made from gadgets, fitness and nutrition books, advances in equipment and the latest supplements is just eye popping.  Some of these [...]

The Truth is in the BELL!
Kettlebells generally increase muscular strength and endurance more effectively than build size (Hypertrophy).  Although it is a great way to increase mass and strength for someone who is new to training.  Women love kettlebells because they can [...]