The Science Behind Shorter Workouts
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A few years ago I released a book whose title was more reminiscent of a line out of “There’s Something About Mary” than a serious work on fitness. “7 Minute Muscle” — yep, it’s getting more and more difficult to distinguish fact from parody.
Since that time its kissing cousin, “7 Minute Body”, has been released, featuring a complete in-home version of the same workout principles covered in 7 Minute Muscle, as found below:
The Cure For Cancer
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Cancer sucks.
Think that’s a naughty thing to say?
Consider this:
I was speaking at a conference last week when I glanced out into the audience. I saw a muscular dude with a t-shirt that said, in huge letters no-less…
“F – - K CANCER.”
There were NO dashes in his version… that was added by me for your sake.
Fat Loss 4 Idiots
Having researched several calorie shifting diet plans, I found Fat Loss 4 Idiots to be the front-runner for several reasons.
First of all, sheer simplicity. You don’t have to calculate body fat or daily caloric consumption. You don’t have to count calories or measure servings. Just eat from the daily menus provided, and eat until you are satisfied but not overstuffed.
Secondly, the price is affordable, and it is a lifetime membership. This means that you will always have access to the “Online Diet Generator”, which designs your menus for each 11 day cycle. Then you can edit them to eliminate foods that don’t agree with you, and add ones that you prefer.
FDA Nukes Yet Another B.S. Weight Loss Pill…YES!
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I took a big, huge, massive sigh of relief today.
Finally… the FDA did something right when it comes to bogus “magic” diet-fatburn pills.
A panel of experts reviewed Vivus Inc.’s new wonder-pill “Qnexa” today.
They gave it the thumbs-down.
Why?
Oh… pesky little reported side-effects like… (are you ready for this?)…
Heart Attacks
Stroke
Increased Risk of Suicide (yikes!)
Memory/Concentration Loss
You know… “minor” stuff like that.
My “Dirty” Physique Shots
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Hey… HEY! Keep your mind out of the gutter!
By “dirty” I mean down and dirty… as in taken with my crappy iPhone camera by my friend and guru trainer Roland… while looking into a mirror… with no lighting, tan…
Well, you get the point.
3 tricks to suppress your appetite
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Another good article appeared today in the fitness section of MSNBC.
Since you’re busy, I’ll do a quick summary of the article — the good stuff, the bad stuff, and what you need to do today to get started…
First, you need to know this…
And this will probably shock you…
Rarely, if EVER, do you need to suppress your appetite!
The real secret is to increase your metabolism… the rate at which your body uses food for fuel.
Engaged!
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Just in case you missed the news… yep, I’m engaged!


My fiancé’s name is Hanna. She’s from Iraq… Baghdad actually. She grew up there and modeled in Lebanon, taught history, and then moved here 1.5 years go.
To let you know how clueless I was about the Middle East, I thought every woman from Baghdad wore burkas and were forbidden to speak! (I’m kidding… but I was almost THAT clueless!)
Eat THIS before your workouts
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*** Short-cut Link:
*** My Favorite Foods Dietplan <== click here
One of the most common questions I get asked is:
“What should I eat before my workouts if I want to get rid of bodyfat?”
The answer?
NOTHING.
I’ve been saying this for almost a decade now… and research is catching up with the idea.
It’s nice to be right. : )
Calorie Shifting – Fat Loss 4 Idiots
After careful review of several calorie shifting diet plans, I chose Fat Loss 4 Idiots as the best overall. Here are my reasons for choosing this one over the others:
- One-time low payment for Lifelong membership
- The Online Diet Generator allows you to customize your menus
- You don’t have to count calories or measure servings
- Rigorous, boring exercise routines are not necessary
- You get 3 days off after each 11 day cycle to eat whatever you want!
- You don’t have to eliminate entire food groups like with some diets
- A vegetarian plan is available
Working Out Only 1 Day Out Of 3?
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Can you workout only one day out of three and make gains?
I certainly can… and I bet you can too.
Today I begin my audio series where I address your questions and comments. Today’s question comes from Mike K. in NYC who asks…




