Body Motivation

Losing weight is a lot of hard work, but it can be done with the right plan. It doesn't matter if you're trying to lose 10 pounds or 100 pounds, there are plenty of tips and tricks that will help you see results faster. The good news is that many people have found success in their weight loss journey thanks to these helpful hints.

A new study published in the Journal of Obesity has found that diet is more effective than exercise for weight loss and maintaining weight. The study followed 74 overweight or obese adults from a Southern U.S. city for 12 weeks, with half following a low-calorie diet and exercising three times per week and the other half just following a low-calorie diet without any physical activity.

Have you ever wondered if it's scientifically possible for everyone to get six pack abs? First, let's start with a little background on the subject. Visual Impact Fitness has been helping clients transform their bodies by using high intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts along with healthy eating habits. HIIT is proven to be more effective than any other form of exercise because it gets your heart rate up and burns calories quickly!

Have you ever seen a Hollywood actor or actress and wondered how they got that way? Well, it’s really not as hard to achieve as you may think. Sure, many actors have an entourage of trainers at their beck and call 24/7, but if you’re willing to put in the work it is possible for anyone to get into great physical condition.

Adding too much muscle creates a generic look. When someone stays slim and lean while gaining strength, to me it makes them appear more sophisticated. Gal Gadot is a prime example. She trains almost every day, but focuses getting strong without bulking up. This allows her to look fantastic and stylish as well as being strong. I was pumped when they chose her for Wonder Woman. I believe that more women want this sort of balance, instead of looking like a CrossFit Games competitor.

For most people, losing belly fat takes 2-3 times longer than expected.... especially if you are middle-aged or beyond. A lot of my close friends are in their mid-to-late 40's. Back in college... We could lose fat and get ready for summer by simply adding in a bit of cardio and cutting calories for 3-6 months before summer. If you are in your mid 30's and beyond? You almost have to think in terms of 1-2 years to reach your ideal physique.

It’s definitely possible to build a strong and defined physique with bodyweight training. The biggest positives of bodyweight training? You are able to train just about anywhere. There is one challenge with bodyweight training. “The downside of bodyweight is… you can’t really train your lower back effectively… and you have to train your lower back to stay young.” – Pavel Tsatsouline

April Harkness is a 44 year old Chicago nurse and mother. She put on 30+ pounds during the first 9 month of 2020 due to the intense stress of her job and lack of time to workout. With just one kettlebell and this special workout she was about to drop 32 pounds in 4 months and get flat abs and toned body. Here's more of her stories and details of her workout.

We have been told for years that spot reduction is NOT possible. Findings from a recent study challenge this idea. “Effect of combined resistance and endurance exercise training on regional fat loss” They found that spot reduction may be possible around the area of resistance-trained muscles. The key is to do cardio right after focused resistance training. Here are the specific steps: Challenge your target muscles near the stubborn area.

I actually like to get to the gym 6 days per week each Spring. It may sound excessive, but I find myself sitting A LOT these days.Muscle definition increases at a rapid rate since each muscle group is being contracted every time you enter the gym.

Skinny fat people are those that look slim in clothes and maintain a low or moderate BMI (body mass index) but have high levels of body fat and low muscle mass. So, underneath those clothes – they actually look soft and they don’t have a lot of muscle tone. A skinny fat workout regime (if any) is mostly cardio and their diet is mostly based on processed food. So, how to get rid of the skinny fat body? You definitely need to change your diet and workout regime (or adopt a workout one).

Are there certain foods that will help me change my body’s weight set point? Cayanne – has Capsaicin that gives peppers their heat. This heat provides a thermogenic fat burning effect in your body. This has a beneficial impact on set-point. Cinnamon - has been shown to boost metabolism and it also kicks butt when it comes to blood sugar regulation; making it an ideal seasoning for you if you’re diabetic or are pre-diabetic. Mustard - Mustard seeds have been shown to boost metabolic rate by…

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF REPETITION SPEED - In regards to strength training, in particular, repetition speed refers to how fast you’re lifting a set of weights or resistance equipment. The tempo in which you’re lifting can be broken into three separate movements. Concentric, or lifting movements, are at the beginning of the exercise. Once you’ve reached the top of your lift, you transition into the isometric phase, in which you hold your position for a few seconds to increase the intensity...

NEW Kettlebell Home Workout Course filmed on the beach in Costa Rica. The goal is to help men and women burn fat and improve muscle definition with one single kettlebell.

"Cardio is great for burning calories, so it's a great place to start when you're trying to lose weight," says Lauren Murray, health fitness coordinator and personal trainer at Houston Methodist. "Plus, cardio has other benefits, such as improving your heart and lung health, lowering your blood pressure, regulating blood sugar and improving cholesterol levels." But, Murray points out that there's more to burning fat than "just getting some cardio in"...

Skinny-fat is when you’ve got a body-fat percentage of over 20% but still look skinny in a t-shirt. It’s when you’ve got skinny arms but still have fat around your belly. Why does that happen? Why are you gaining fat instead of muscle when you gain weight? And why are you losing muscle instead of fat when you lose weight? It’s a confusing situation to be in because it’s not clear whether you need to focus on bulking to build muscle or cutting to lose fat.