In the September 2009 issue of Maccabiton, a monthly health and wellness magazine published by Maccabi Health Insurance in Israel, Doron Nui and Tzachi Kna’an explore fat burning and muscle building myths in the article “Muscles and Lies.” I have translated the main points of the article from Hebrew. Enjoy…
Muscles and Lies: An article from Israeli Health Services
Date: September 24th, 2009
By: Jordana Kagan
By: Jordana Kagan
Change the Core by Maria Scally
Date: September 23rd, 2009
By: Facebook User
By: Facebook User
As summer comes to an end and the chill air of fall approaches- a sense of change occurs in us all. It’s a time we adjust our schedules to accommodate the life that’s changing around us. Even the foods we tend to eat will vary from the foods we eat in the summer months. This is all part of the ever changing world and phenomena of life.
An essential change that always needs to be addressed is the workout you put your body through. Muscle confusion is the best way to challenge your body and strive for better muscular results. When workouts are varied, the body responds better to the workouts and therefore- you will feel the difference in all your efforts!
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Try these 5 CORE defying moves that will have your abs on fire!
Highlights from ShariFitness & Jen Hendershott’s talk about simple weight loss
Date: September 4th, 2009
By: Facebook User
By: Facebook User
In case you missed a great discussion with Shari and two time Ms. Olympia and Ms. Fitness International Jen Hendershott all is not lost! You may listen to the full replay at your leisure and I encourage you to do so. After listening in I felt compelled to share some of these highlights which offer a great deal of insight in to weight loss goals and behaviors we all have to deal with. There are several simple suggestions provided by both Shari and Jen that are easy to fit in the busiest of schedules. The overview provided should peek your interest and the rest is in the replay.
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Shoulders/Triceps
Date: August 17th, 2009
By: Jordana Kagan
By: Jordana Kagan
Today’s workout was great. Be sure to lift light. Enjoy… continue »
Leg Day
Date: August 16th, 2009
By: Jordana Kagan
By: Jordana Kagan
I thought I’d try something different so I dropped the weight and turned it into a cardio-strength day . Enjoy… continue »
Food for Thought
Date: August 13th, 2009
By: Jordana Kagan
By: Jordana Kagan
Back in New York I was fully in control of what I put into my body. Whether I needed fuel for a workout or if I just wanted to indulge in something sweet and delicious, I was able to choose my food. Everything was organic and if I ate anything that was prepared it never had more than 4 ingredients.
I was anticipating much of the same when I moved to Israel. The country has a reputation for amazingly delectable fruits and veggies. They’re all seasonal and they’re all locally grown (since the country is the size of New Jersey shipping issues like preservatives are significantly reduced). My eating habits would continue uninterrupted, so I thought.
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Jordana Kagan: Update from Israel
Date: August 9th, 2009
By: Jordana Kagan
By: Jordana Kagan
BPURE Update…
My first month in Israel was expectedly hectic. My morning runs and kettlebell routine kept me sane through two moves, the start of language classes, and a totally new diet (aka institution food…more on that later). The first few days were great, but by the end of the second week of throwing the kettlebell around, I just wasn’t feeling it anymore. There is definitely something to be said for progressive overload, and working with the same 15 pound kettlebell for 4 weeks just doesn’t provide that stimulation. I’m waiting for the boat to arrive with the rest of my weights.
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Week 13 Day 14 “Light Legs”
Date: July 25th, 2009
By: Isiah Brooks
By: Isiah Brooks
Light Leg Day
After a hard week of lifting it is always good to end the week with a light day.
Hamstring Curls 4 sets of 10 reps, Leg Extentsions 4 sets of 10 reps, Squats 4 sets of 10 reps, first two sets at 225lbs last two sets at 315lbs. Pay close attention to your form.”Squeeze the legs”. Standing Calf Raises 5 sets of 20 reps” Today Bobby Yelled At Me, Why? Cause Yer Done Son,Yer Done!. Important note: Even if you add a light day remember to stay focused and don’t close your eyes on the Prize! Have A Good Weekend. Monday’s workout is just a few hours away.
Week 3 Day 14 Shoulder’s
Date: July 23rd, 2009
By: Isiah Brooks
By: Isiah Brooks
Shoulder Workout
Lets Begin Shall We!
Start with Seated Shoulder Press using the Cable Machine 4 sets of 10 reps, Lateral Raises 4 sets of 10 reps, Upright Rows 4 sets of 10 reps with the bar. “Don’t Be Weak Minded, Stay Focused!” Plate Frontal 4 sets of 10 reps, Super-Set with shrugs 4 sets of 10 reps, Dumbbell Flys focusing on rear delt exercises. “If it’s not rough it’s not right.” Remember To Train At Your Own Fitness Level.
Week 3 Day 13 Back/Biceps
Date: July 23rd, 2009
By: Isiah Brooks
By: Isiah Brooks
Back Workout
Pullups 4 sets of 10 reps, Seated Rows 4 sets of 10 reps, Bent-over Rows 4 sets of 10 reps, Lower Back Rows 4 sets of 10 reps!!! Back Extensions 4 sets of 10 reps
Biceps Workout
Preacher Curls 4 sets of 10 reps, Bicep alt Curls 4 sets of 10 reps, Hammer Curls 4 sets of 10 reps!!!!
Remember To Train At Your Own Fitness Level!!!
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