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Sprinting for fat loss!

Since I mentioned to my clients the benefits of training like a sprinter for fat loss, I've received quite a few questions, the most common of which is:

"I've been running 3-4 miles a day, are you saying I shouldn't do this anymore to lose weight?"

You can lose weight by doing long, slow aerobic training, but it's certainly not the most effective way to do it.

First, you will lose lean muscle. That's why elite distance athletes look so skinny and have little muscle.

Secondly, it's just not the most efficient way to exercise. Your body is good at adaptation and the more distance you put in, you have to run even further next time to get the same benefit. Soon, you'll find yourself running 5 miles to get the same benefit that 4 miles used to get you.

Don't Get Super-Sized By The Super Bowl!

It's almost Super Bowl Sunday, so I thought I'd turn over the Super Bowl Sunday party tips to a fellow trainer who's a veteran Super Bowl party hostess. I'll be back in February with some Valentine's Day tips. Meanwhile, keep your eye on the ball!

Stupendous Super Bowl Strategies
by Liz Page

It's that time of year again: time to drink lots of beer, eat copious amounts of wings, cheez, and JUNK FOOD, and watch football dudes in really, really tight pants kick some serious football butt!

I don't actually watch the game much, but that's only because I'm always the one throwing the Super Bowl party!

But ever since I've "downsized" I've learned a thing or two about "right-sizing" my Super Bowl goodies. I'll always provide the hard stuff for the unwashed masses, but there are plenty of yummy options for those seeking lighter fare, or for the hostess who's trying to sneak in something healthy and stealthy. In fact, I always make it a game of my own to see what healthy alternatives I can get away with!

So without further ado, here are some of my favorite Super-Healthy, Super-Stealthy, Super Bowl Sneaky Snacks!