Archive for February, 2010

posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 28

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posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 27

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What exactly is body building? Normally this is done for the purpose of competition or for vanity.
Body building is a systematic way to develop a wonderful physique through the use of proper nutrition and exercise program that can sculpt strong, solid muscles. Perhaps the most notable characteristics of such an intensive effort is the development of strong, toned muscles which creates the desired aesthetics effects. How do you achieve the standards needed and what would be the criteria that you can use to get the best possible result? Experience shows that the best way to achieve the best results is through training and food proper intake.

This is an indispensable part of a body building program-weight training! The weight lifting routines can be rather demanding, therefore a high level of strength and endurance is usually necessary. While weight lifting is often linked to athletic purposes, it is good to note that they do include those that are using it for other purposes as well. It is amazing to see how weight lifting can enhance the overall appearance and structure of the body, and they are beneficial when recovering from injury. People who are part of a health rehabilitation program might find it useful to adopt a good weight training program, to be implemented under close observation.

Proper food intake and the right nutrition is crucial for success in any body building effort. It is important to ensure that athletes who follow strict body building program to have the best nutritional and high protein food. The energy you need for those exercises comes from carbohydrate, and mostly from complex carbohydrates. Brown rice, oatmeal and sweet potato are foods that are high in carbohydrates. Include a healthy portion of dietary fiber for that healthy digestive system.

Remember to consume enough water to avoid the reduction in your muscle mass because of dehydration. The habit of consuming plenty of fresh water is a good way to maintain your health and bodily systems. Make it a habit to drink between exercises. Often, the presence of a good instructor would be necessary to teach you the way to lift weights and how to perform proper stimulation for the body parts without creating any damage to the ligaments and tendons.

posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 26

Ruby Gettinger’s third season of her Style Network reality show continues to follow her weight-loss and begins to examine why she put on the pounds in the first place. (Feb. 23)

posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 26

Acne Treatment Part One — Over-the-Counter Topical Medications

There are many types of over-the-counter treatments for acne. Most people, when first faced with an acne condition, usually go to the local pharmacy and buy an over-the-counter medication on the basis of recommendations from their friends or perhaps even television ads. It’s always a good idea, however, to consult with a doctor before using any kind of over-the-counter medication. Even though acne is a fairly benign condition, a doctor can advise on the best course of treatment and also offers suggestions based on your particular kind of acne.

Because of the large number of products available for treating acne, it can be difficult to decide which one to try. Depending on advice from your friends is not too reliable, because what works for one person may not work for another. It’s best if you have some background knowledge about the active ingredients in various acne medications, so you can make a better informed choice about which medication to try.

One of the most popular ingredients in acne treatments is benzoyl peroxide. It is found in gels and ointments and works by combating the bacteria which causes pimples. It is also useful for removing dead skin cells that accumulate on the surface of the skin. It is these dead skin cells which combine with sebum to create blackheads and whiteheads.

Benzoyl peroxide has been proven to be safe and effective in combating lesions. It can be used after acne has cleared up to keep the skin free from acne causing bacteria. The only side effect associated with this ingredient is dry skin, and this can be avoided by decreasing the frequency that it is applied on the skin. It can also bleach hair and clothing, so care must be taken when applying it.

Another popular ingredient in acne medications is salicylic acid. This prevents acne by clearing up dead skin cells which are accumulating too quickly and clogging the pores. Products which contain salicylic acid should continue to be used after the skin has cleared up to prevent future outbreaks of acne. The only side effects associated with salicylic acid are dry, irritated skin.

Other ingredients you may see in acne medications include resorcinol and sulphur. Resorcinol causes the top layer of skin to peel — including the dead skin cells which clog the pores. It is often combined with sulphur. It is not known how sulphur affects acne conditions, but it has been used effectively for more than 50 years. Sulphur is often combined with other ingredients besides resorcinol like salicylate acid and benzoyl peroxide. It is not usually used by itself because of its strong, unpleasant odor.

Of all these ingredients used for combating acne, benzoyl peroxide is probably the most versatile. It can be used in cleansing liquids or bars, as well as lotion, cream, and gels which are applied directly on the skin. The cleansing products are usually used once or twice a day, while the creams and lotions can be used as needed. They should be applied on the skin around the acne as well as the pimples themselves for most effectiveness. You must avoid getting benzoyl peroxide in the eyes, mouth or nose as it will cause irritation or inflammation.

posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 25

In this video I discuss what happened after my 28 day juice fast ended, and the new goals I have for myself.

posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 24

Hrithik Roshan had to gain weight for his upcoming film Guzaarish by Sanjay Leela Bhansali

posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 24

posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 24

Body Building/Body-Building_30.txt

Body building is a phrase that conjures a thousand pictures in people minds, but what exactly is it? The term is generally used to describe any form of physical activity in which proper dieting and exercise is used to develop a great body for the purposes of vanity or for competitive sports. The result of these intensive training and dietary programs is visible in the form of strong and toned muscles, which creates a very attractive and sexy appeal for those professional and amateur body builders. With all the appeal that body building offers, how do you ensure that all standards will be realized and the main criteria shall be fulfilled? You need to ensure that the right amount of exercise and the intake of highly nutritious food is observed in order to achieve all of the desired results.

Every successful body building program needs a systematic and effective weight lifting program. The weight lifting routines can be rather demanding, therefore a high level of strength and endurance is usually necessary. Today, not everyone that performs rigorous weight lifting exercises are doing it for competition or sports, some are only interested to develop a great physique. It is very helpful in assisting the body to recover after a serious injury while building an attractive physique at the same time. It is good to include weight lifting into any health or rehabilitation program, under the strict guidance of a medical professional.

The next element of a successful body building program is the use of proper diet. Ideally the suggested best ratio of protein, carbohydrate and fat would be 2:2:1. The energy you need for those exercises comes from carbohydrate, and mostly from complex carbohydrates. There are plenty of delicious carbohydrates for that fast energy action such as brown rice, oatmeal and sweet potato. For a healthy bowel system, include a nice portion of fiber rich food such as vegetables and broccoli.

You need to drink plenty of fresh water during your body building program to help hydrate the cells and prevent your body from using your muscle mass. One good habit to follow is to start each session at the gym by drinking plenty of fresh water and end each session with some fresh liquids as well. Water is important to keep you alert, so drink plenty of it during breaks at the gym, before you start a new set of exercises. It is a good idea to have a training instructor to help you develop the right lifting techniques and proper stimulation of the body parts to ensure you do not create any long time damage to those healthy tendons and ligaments.

posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 23

Acne Treatments Part 3 — Physical Treatments

Mild acne conditions are usually best treated by topical ointments. More severe cases may be treated in a variety of ways including oral antibiotics, ointments, and physical treatments such as chemical peels and drainage.

Physical treatments must be conducted by a dermatologist. Although popping pimples is a form of physical treatment, it is ill-advised. It can cause acne-causing bacteria to spread and may lead to scarring. Physical treatments done under controlled conditions (i.e. in a doctor’s office) minimize risk while providing the best outcome.

Exfoliation

The top layer of skin can be removed either chemically or with abrasion. Chemical peels are usually done with salicylic acid or glycolic acid. These work by destroying a microscopic layer of skin cells to unclog pores and remove the build-up of dead cells. The same effect can be achieved by using an abrasive cloth or liquid scrub. Glycolic acid treatments can be done every two to four weeks over a period of about six months, but salicylic acid treatments are milder and are often included in over-the-counter medications. They can be used on a daily basis.

Comedo Extraction

Comedones (blackheads and whiteheads) can be removed by a dermatologist using sterile instruments. An anesthetic cream is used in the immediate area and then the comedones are extracted using a pen-like instrument which opens the top to allow removal of the plugged skin cells and sebum. The procedure is usually followed by an application of antibiotic cream. It is important not to try this at home — squeezing or picking at pimples can lead to infection and permanent scarring.

Drainage

Severe acne can sometimes cause cysts to form under the skin. These cysts can be painful and disfiguring. Smaller cysts can be treated with cortisone injections which flatten the lesion in a day or two. Larger cysts may need to be drained and surgically removed. Drainage can help relieve the pain associated with cysts and also reduce the chance of scarring. It is performed in the dermatologist’s office with sterile instruments. It is important not to try to drain cysts by yourself because of the risk of infection which could lead to permanent scarring.

Light Therapy

Light therapy is sometimes used to combat the acnes bacteria that cause acne. It is particularly useful in treating hard-to-reach areas but may have a short-term effect because it does not do anything about the production of sebum or the accumulation of dead skin cells.

Laser therapy is useful for treating the scars caused by acne. It can be used for both surface-level scarring as well as deep tissue scarring caused by serious acne conditions. Research is currently being conducted on the use of lasers for acne treatment. Several approaches are being examined ? burning away the follicle sac which produces the hair; burning away the gland which produces sebum; and forming oxygen in the bacteria to kill them. It is not yet known if laser acne treatment can cause permanent damage to the skin.

posted by Ultimate Weight Loss Warrior on Feb 22

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