Archive for December, 2007
Valery Fedorenko Displays Massive Muscle Endurance with Kettlebells – Video
Valery Fedorenko performs the two arm kettlebell push press using two 70 lb kettlebells. Valery puts on an amazing display of muscular endurance using kettlebells in an overhead lifting exercise. With endurance tests like this, it is easy to burn 700 calories or more per half hour workout.
Lack of shut-eye leads to fatter kids, study says
Want a simple solution to help your children fight becoming fat? No, the solution is not a diet, it is sleep. Studies show the right amount of sleep balances chemicals in the body that control appetite and help prevent overeating. The health studies also shows that more sleep leads to more active children and adults because they are less tired throughout the day. Study conclusion -With every additional hour of sleep, 3rd graders are 40% less likely to become obese by the 6th grade.
I also venture to say that children who are required to go to bed on a curfew probably grow up in a more structured household. Children who grow up in a structured household environment are much more likely to discipline their eating habits and not overeat.
Lack of shut-eye leads to fatter kids, study says
Here’s another reason to get the kids to bed early: More sleep may lower their risk of becoming obese.
An Inspirational Weight Loss Story – Big loss, massive victory
|
Big loss, massive victory |
Tough Kettlebell Exercise Instructional Video – The Turkish Get Up
The Turkish Get Up is the toughest exercise I have experienced with kettlebells. This exercise is particularly hard because you have to use your major muscle groups together as a unit. Many muscles are engaged, you learn balance, and your endurance is tested. I use 55 lb kettlebells for 4 sets of 8 and it really gives my entire body a workout. My heart rate goes through the roof and I burn many calories.