Twitter Q&A

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It's Friday! That can only mean that it's time for Q&A Friday! {woohoo!} So ask me your #diet, #exercise, #nutrition, #lifestyle questions!

Q: Can stress make me fat? A: Yes! Too long to go into but physically it can. Mentally it can too by causing u to not want to take care of u.

Q: I hate diet food, what do I do? A: Find a diet that allows the foods you like. This will help you to stick to it!

Q: I want to lose weight but am not motivated. Can you help? A: I can but not I nor anyone else can help you until YOU really want it.

Q: Is 5 hours of sleep enough? A: No. Your body requires more sleep to recover and work optimally. 7-8 hours is optimal.

Q: Is it best to eat less on rest days/less active days? A: Since your activity level is less, then in theory yes but it also depends on your workout regimen and the diet you are on. If u are a hardcore exerciser-eating more on a rest day can fuel the next days of workouts.

Q: My hair is thin and breaks easily, are there vitamins I can take? A: Yes. Look for hair strengthening supplements at a health food store.

Q: I hurt my wrist, how can I workout? A: Do non-weight/resistance exercise. Also, do isometric exercise until the wrist heals. Let it heal!

Quote of the day: A friend is one who believes in you when you have ceased to believe in yourself. - unknown


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Twitter Q&A

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It's Friday so that means it's Q&A Friday!! That means you get to ask me your #diet & #exercise questions! Ask away!

Q: What is the best ab exercise? A: Hanging leg raises but not easy to do since you need a bar to hang from, etc.

Q: How do I survive the holiday food binge? A: MODERATION. Eat in moderation and don't stop exercising throughout the holidays.

Q: What is the difference between white & wheat bread? A: White bread is processed and breaks down in the body differently than wheat bread resulting in a blood sugar spike. Wheat bread breaks down in the body with better effect on blood sugar.

Q: I'm a beginner, how many days should I work out? A: To start, 3-4 days per week and build up to 5 days of exercise, 2 days for rest.

Q: Is exercise really good for stress like they say? A: Yes. It helps the body release muscle tension, stimulates the nerves, etc.

#Quote of the day: The most wasted of all days is one without laughter. - E.E. Cummings

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Twitter Q&A

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It's Friday so you know what that means... it's Q&A Friday!! So, ask away with your #diet & #exercise questions!

Q: What's better- tuna or salmon? A: Tuna is a cleaner source of protein. Salmon is a fattier fish but that means higher Omega 3s + protein.

Q: What's the most effective way to workout without a gym? A: With my online training! ;) Use weights, bands, stationary bike, treadmill, etc. The most effective home workout is the one that you do consistently while increasing your intensity.

Q: Is it true that dark chocolate is good for you? A: Yes, there are heart healthy elements in dark chocolate however moderation is key.

Q: How long do I have to be on a treadmill to burn fat? A: Your body doesn't convert to burning fat until the 20min mark so do your cardio anywhere from 30 - 45 minutes for fat burning. Anything over 45 minutes will start burning muscle which is counter-productive.

Q: How long do I have to train for? A: For what? How about making exercise a lifetime habit? Train for health. Train for life.

Q: If you don't want to burn fat, you should do < 30min of cardio? A: Good question! 20min would suffice or lessening the days you do it.

#Quote of the day: Patience and fortitude conquer all things. - Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Twitter Q&A

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It's been a week since my daily tips due to the holiday, so I'm making today a Q&A day!

Q: How do I make my love handles disappear? A: You have to reduce overall fat. That is a place the body stores it so it will be stubborn fat

Q: What's the best supplement to take? A: Protein! Build & feed your muscles and your muscle will help you burn fat.

Q: Can you help me lose weight? A: I sure can! Direct message me for more info on my personalized online training.

Q: I hurt my back, how can I get it stronger? A: Make sure to properly warm up your back area before exercise. Do core & ab exercises, yoga.

Q: I have dinky calves, how can I get them bigger? A: Genetics are a factor but for size do standing & seated calf raises. Hi reps (20-25).

Q: How long does soreness last? A: Post-workout soreness last for a day or two depending on how hard the workout was. Work through it!

#Quote of the day: The men who try to do something and fail are infinitely better than those who try to do nothing and succeed - Lloyd Jones

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Twitter Q&A

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I wasn't on Friday so I didn't do my weekly Q&A so you'll get 2 this week! {cue the applause} Ask me your #diet & #exercise questions!

Q: Is it better to jog outside or on a treadmill? A: It depends on you. Either works. Some like the outdoors. Indoors you have a constancy.

Q: Is cleaning the house good for calorie burning? A: While u do burn some calories, unless you're moving things you won't burn much. But any activity is preferable to sitting on a couch doing nothing! So get active and clean away! ;)

Q: What is the best vegetable to eat? A: Rule of thumb- the darker the greens or color-rich the vegetable is, the more nutritious it is!

Q: Will I burn calories while studying? A: Only if you are extremely stressed & pace the whole time you are studying! Mental calories! ;)

Q: I play basketball, what can I do to increase my jump? A: Plyometric training and leg training.

Q: How do I get rid of the tummy pudge? A: Tighten your diet, especially carbs. Be consistent with diet & cardio. Belly fat is stubborn fat.

Q: What is the worst thing to eat? A: Hi saturated fat foods. Foods with any -"ose" in the label (fructose, etc.).

Q: What exercise is best for my love handles? A: Love handles are better attacked through diet as they are a fat storage area.

#Quote of the day: To be upset over what you don't have is to waste what you do have. - Ken S. Keyes, Jr.

Twitter topic of the day: Do you get sick easily or often?

My #questionoftheday is do you get sick easily or often?

With cold & flu season already underway, learning how to prevent sickness is probably something you should learn. Of course, there is the flu shot for those that need that extra protection. I myself have never had a flu shot and rarely get sick. I was a very sickly child and was always sick all winter long. As I got older my immune system built up and got stronger but I also helped it through exercise. Yes, exercise can build your immune system as you make your body stronger and more efficient. Your body will be more resistant to disease and quicker to recover and recuperate when you do get sick. As an adult, I rarely get sick and if I do it only lasts a day or so. I attack any cold or flu symptoms with Vitamin C and make sure to rest to not overtax your system. Overtaxing your nervous system while you're sick is the worst thing you can do as your body is already being hit hard. So make sure you take it easy when you do get sick. Does this mean lay off exercise? Yes, especially if your energy levels are low. Exercising is excellent preventative medicine. But after you are sick you want to lay off hard exercise. At that point, you need to use your diet to help you recover. Vitamin C is a great anti-oxidant to take while you are sick. Vitamin D3 and Zinc are good supplements to take all the time to prevent getting sick. You can be the doctor to your body's ills with just some time investment in your diet & exercise program. The time you invest in your health is a better time investment than the time you will lose being sick, no? Take the time to take care of yourself now so a doctor doesn't have to do it for you later.

#Quote of the day: Those who do not find time for exercise will have to find time for illness. - Earl of Derby

Twitter Q&A

I was unable to get on to do Friday's weekly Twitter Q&A so since I couldn't, I'm doing it today! Ask me your #diet & #exercise questions!

Q: What's the best lower ab exercise? A: Hanging leg raises but you need some equipment. Replace with leg raises on the floor with high reps

Q: Do I need to take vitamins? A: YES. They help supplement any dietary deficiencies you may have. They also help specific needs as well.

Q: I pulled my hamstring, how long should I wait before exercising again? A: Hamstrings are tricky. Rest it for 2-4 wks. (longer if necessary) & then ease back to exercise but if you feel any exercise that tweaks it, stop doing that exercise immediately.

Q: How can I lose 20 pounds in 1 month? A: No healthy way to do so nor would I recommend it. 2 lbs per wk is healthy & sustainable long-term

Q: Are protein bars good for you? A: As a replacement for a meal its ok but don't have many of them because of the carbs & calories.

Q: How can I slim down my hips & legs? A: Same as any bodypart. Tighten diet, cardio & exercise with hi reps. Keep in mind that your hips & legs might be where your body tends to store its fat so that will make it more stubborn. You'll have to work!

Q: What's the best way to work off belly fat? A: Like my last tip, belly fat is stubborn fat. You have to work hard & be consistent Tighten the diet, restrict carbs. Cardio 30 min 4-5 days a week and exercise. You will not only lose belly fat but overall fat as well.

#Quote of the day: To feel 'fit as a fiddle', you must tone down your middle. - unknown