Weight Loss and Healthy Living

Open Letter to those at the Edge of the Abyss

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 02:22:19 -0700

Are you struggling to stick with your program? Do you find you often sabotage your success, or are you stuck in a cycle of "getting ready to get ready?" If you answered "yes" to any of these questions then this letter is for you to read.

Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 03:36:49 -0700

Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a simple formula that expresses the ratio of body weight to height. Insurance companies use BMI as a risk factor for health. BMI is often used to categorize someone as underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. Because BMI does not take into account percentage of body fat, it is not a very accurate method (someone with lots of muscle mass may be overweight on the BMI scale yet have low body fat and be in great general health).

Body Types for Training: Ectomorph, Endomorph, Mesomorph

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 09:32:03 -0700

Body Types In 1940, American psychologist William Sheldon proposed the theory that humans could be classified into distinct body types. His body types, referred to as somatotypes, were based on the "germ layers" of embryonic development. While Sheldron tried to tie these body types into psychological profiles, the bodybuilding world embraced these classifications as way to determine what type of training and nutrition is required to succeed at building a peak physique. The question is: should your training and nutrition depend on your body type?

How to Juice Fast

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:08:22 -0700

Juice Fast Juice fasting refers to consuming nothing but juices over a period of time. There is much controversy and confusion surrounding why, what, and how one should juice fast. While I personally believe that fasting should never, ever be done for weight loss reasons, there are physical, mental, and spiritual benefits. This is not meant to be a scientific article that delves into the physiological impact of juice fasting, but rather an anecdotal study of my experience with juice fasting and how I feel it can benefit others in pursuit of weight loss and healthy living.

Multivitamin Primer

Sun, 11 May 2008 09:06:35 -0700

Multivitamin Primer To maintain our health, we require a variety of vitamins, minerals, phyto-chemicals (components of plants), and other nutrients. Many of these nutrients can be received in the diet. Evidence is mounting, however, that it is impractical and virtually impossible to obtain the amounts needed for optimal health from diet alone. Therefore, a multivitamin becomes important. The question then becomes - what multivitamin?

Real Metabolism Calculator

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 09:43:36 -0700

The real metabolism calculator will reveal your true metabolic rate, or the average number of calories that you burn per day. From this, you will be able to determine exactly how many calories you will need to reach your weight loss goals.

Your Real Metabolism

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 09:25:43 -0700

Real Metabolism Your metabolism is the sum of all of your body's functions. Pumping your heart, repairing damaged cells, even digesting foods are all processes that require energy. The term "basal metabolic rate" or "BMR" refers to how many calories you would burn if you did nothing but sleep all day. Because you obviously do more than just sleep, BMR is an interesting number but knowing your real metabolism is far more important. Your real metabolism is the calories you burn, on average, every day, taking into account your BMR and all of your daily activities.

Fat Loss Calorie Zigzag Calculator

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 18:44:56 -0700

This calculator estimates how many calories you should target based on your goal body weight. It also demonstrates an example of zigzagging calories throughout the week.

The Body Weight Factor

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 08:33:00 -0700

Your body weight contains much more information locked inside than just how many pounds appear on a scale. Because of the close relationship between lean mass, fat mass, and metabolism to your body weight, that magic number can play a role in many important equations. Sometimes people tend to complicate their fitness journey by over-computing using complex equations and trying to reach a precision that isn't practical. Using something simple like your body weight can assist you with determining just how many calories to consume and how to make adjustments when you aren't reaching your goals.

Coffee and Caffeine

Sat, 8 Mar 2008 08:44:00 -0700

Coffee Qahhwat al-bun, the "wine of the bean," is believed to have come to us through Ethiopia around the tenth century A.D. It is now called "coffee" and is consumed by over 100 million in the US and accounts for billions in international sales. Caffeine, a stimulant, is a major ingredient in coffee that is both the culprit for widespread addiction to coffee as well as the cause of its popularity. So how healthy is coffee really? What are the side effects of caffeine?

Fitness Tip

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 07:42:17 -0700

This gadget provides a healthy insight into weight loss, muscle building, mindset, and more every time it is viewed. It taps into our extensive database of hundreds of fitness articles to give you something fresh and informative every time.

Audio: The Decision (6:32)

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 19:49:54 -0700

Are You Ready For Change? Sure, we all want to lose weight and have lean, toned bodies, but ask yourself: are you ready to make the changes necessary in order to achieve your goals? The journey begins in your mind. In this audio excerpt from the 5-CD Lose Fat, Not Faith Audio Program, you will learn more about the decisions you must successfully make in order to lose fat and live healthy.

Weight Loss, Diet, and Fitness Gadgets

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 18:12:06 -0700

This is our comprehensive collection of weight loss, diet, and fitness-related gadgets. Using these gadgets you can discover your body fat percentage, basal metabolic rate, compute your target heart rate, convert measurements for recipes, and much more. As we develop more gadgets, we will add them to this constantly growing pages. What's more exciting is that you can add any of these gadgets to your own Google homepage, as well as host them at your own website! Simply click the button beneath each gadget for options to store them where it's most convenient or share them where they will provide value to others.

Type 2 Diabetes

Mon, 3 Sep 2007 10:51:19 -0700

Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. It used to be called "adult-onset diabetes" due to the fact that it used to typically affect people over the age of 40. Now, however, more children than ever are affected with this disease. According to the National Diabetes Education Program, 177,000 young people under the age of 20 have this disease. Type 2 diabetes impacts the way your body processes carbohydrates. In type 2 diabetes, the body produces insulin. The body is unable, however, to process the insulin (this is known as insulin resistance). The result is that while the body produces more insulin, it is like it does not produce enough because the body's cells do not respond.

Video: WishLift 2000 (4:13)

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 13:03:15 -0700

In November 2000, dozens of fitness enthusiasts converged on the town of Evansville, Indiana to participate in a unique event. Some, including Porter Freeman, Scott Nelson, and Harry "Hank" Johnson, Jr, were physique transformation champions. Others were overweight or underweight but simply couldn't wait to make a difference (it is no coincidence that four strangers who met during that event later finished in the Top 2000 out of 3/4 million participants in the Body-for-LIFE competition that year). 30 individuals lifted over 2.6 million pounds to raise thousands of dollars for the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Jeremy Likness chronicles his training and experience there to the uplifting and energizing sound of "The Solid Rock" by Daniel's Window.

VO2 Max Estimator

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 20:07:51 -0700

The V stands for "volume" while O2 is the chemical notation for oxygen. VO2 max, also known as "maximal oxygen uptake" can be expressed in many ways (from liters of oxygen per minute or the more normalized milliliters of oxygen per kilogram of bodyweight per minute). It is a way to not only compare the performance of endurance athletes, but is also a relative indicator of overall fitness. Oxygen consumption has a direct link to energy expenditure. Therefore, maximum oxygen uptake is a direct measurement of aerobic capacity. Use this calculator to estimate your VO2 Max.

Weight Loss and Healthy Living Videos

Sun, 26 Aug 2007 17:05:33 -0700

This is our custom player of weight loss and healthy living videos. These are videos about the mindset and lifestyle changes necessary to live healthy, burn fat, and enjoy life. Featuring health coach Jeremy Likness and 7-year old aspiring chef Lizzie Marie.

Video: The Practical Way to Lose Fat (9:03)

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 11:47:50 -0700

Losing fat is not difficult. I have been coaching clients to break through plateaus and send their fat cells running for cover for years now. So why does this continue to be an elusive goal for so many people, who "struggle" just to lose a few inches? We can address this by creating a practical guide to lose fat. Is this a special diet that will have the pounds melting off? No. Is it a secret workout program that causes you to burn fat while you sleep? Nope, not that, either - your body already does it. So what on earth can we share?

Fat Unhealthy Lies

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 19:18:47 -0700

It's easy to tell the good fats from the bad ones, right? In the past decade, we've learned that not all fats are evil. Almost everyone now is quick to point out that the unsaturated fats are the healthy ones. Saturated fats, like the ones found in animal meat, coconuts and avocados are to be avoided at all cost. Unfortunately, you haven't been told the whole story and in fact saturated fats may be victims of discrimination rather than the unhealthy culprits the so-called experts claim them to be. Learn the real deal about saturated fats.

Video: The Five Keys to Healthy Eating (9:56)

Sun, 12 Aug 2007 13:13:38 -0700

Healthy eating is about more than calories or following the latest dietary fad. Trends come and go. Healthy bodies have been around for thousands of years. By embracing your individuality, and learning how to apply the five keys of healthy eating to your own lifestyle, you can transcend these temporary fads and ease into a lifelong habit of living lean.

Train to the VO2Max

Wed, 8 Aug 2007 19:21:02 -0700

VO2 max describes your body's ability to transport and utilize oxygen as an energy source during exercise. It is also known as aerobic capacity.

Random Recipe

Wed, 8 Aug 2007 19:14:32 -0700

This gadget will display a random recipe from our Lizzie Marie Cuisine section that features recipes for healthy living.

Exercise to Remember

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 17:47:43 -0700

For general health you must remember to exercise. However, recent scientific discoveries suggest you should also exercise to remember. Exercise has a positive impact on one of your most important muscles: the brain.

Lentils (Pulse)

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 17:45:18 -0700

Lentils (Pulse) Lentils, also known as pulse, are a nutrient-dense legume. They are a great side item to most dishes and a fantastic choice for vegetarians due to high protein content. Combined with their high fiber level and low glycemic index, they provide an almost "perfect meal."

Audio: Command and Control

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 05:52:51 -0700

Health Coach Jeremy Likness discusses the power of using command and control to empower your life and move towards goals without resistance. Tired of forcing it to happen or trying to make it happen? Use the advice contained in this 40 minute audio program to learn how to let it happen!

All the Rest

Sun, 15 Jul 2007 18:26:55 -0700

How long should you wait between sets and exercises during a weight training session? The answer is not simple. Rest time depends on a number of factors including your desired goal and how long you've been training for. While time is a common way to gauge rest between sets, there are other methods you may use as well.

The Jangle

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 06:26:29 -0700

When your schedule is extremely hectic and you have little time to train, it's easy to just throw in the towel and give up. There are, however, some simple routines that can be performed without fancy equipment wherever you happen to be that take less than 15 minutes to complete. These routines are great for getting your heart pumping, burning some calories, but most importantly to maintain strength, stamina, and flexibility when your schedule doesn't permit longer, more organized workout routines.

Form for Fitness

Tue, 3 Jul 2007 18:47:29 -0700

"This is the correct way to perform a bench press." Wait! No, this is the correct way. You are doing your leg lifts incorrectly. Your crunches are all wrong. Does this sound familiar?

Trouble with Delts

Mon, 2 Jul 2007 05:43:23 -0700

The deltoid muscles surround the shoulder joint. This is a very sensitive joint. It is also an unstable joint because it is a socket joint. While bench press is one of the most popular training movements, it is also the most common culprit for shoulder injuries in the weight room. Proper shoulder care can help prevent injury, strengthen the joint, and improve results for other muscle groups that rely on the shoulder joint for stability.

Vegetarian and Vegan Nutrition

Sun, 1 Jul 2007 07:48:42 -0700

Vegetarian and Vegan More and more people today consume a vegetarian diet. They do it for religious, ethical, and/or health reasons. Some people just 'don't like meat.'

Protein Requirements Calculator

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 19:24:09 -0700

Protein is an important macronutrient that supplies amino acids to the body. Use this calculator to determine your daily protein requirements. It will compute the RDA along with adjusted (higher) values designed for endurance and strength athletes. It will also estimate total calories needed to meet those protein levels.

Fast Forward

Sun, 24 Jun 2007 13:26:29 -0700

Fasting for non-religious reasons has become a popular trend. While a large percentage of people fast for spiritual reasons, others fast to detoxify their bodies and lose weight. Fasting can be a powerful tool but it can also be dangerous when abused. Is there any scientific basis for the claims that fasts can remove toxins and destroy tumors? Or is it true that there simply is no evidence for the benefits of going on short or long term fasts?

The Courage to Live

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 21:14:27 -0700

Jeremy Likness discusses victim cards, and how people use these to create their own excuses for self-sabotage. Learn how to move beyond the victim cards and have the courage to live the life you deserve.

Slow and Steady

Sun, 17 Jun 2007 09:23:18 -0700

Have you ever been disappointed to find that your favorite workout room only has two sets of dumbbells that are too light for an effective workout? Perhaps you've invested in tubes and bands for training but feel like you aren't training nearly intensely enough to receive any benefit. Super slow training is a method that can help you achieve better results while reducing risk of injury and improving range of motion.

An Instant H.I.I.T. (High Intensity Interval Training)

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 11:11:06 -0700

Cardiovascular exercise is an important cornerstone of overall fitness. One variety of cardiovascular exercise is known as High Intensity Interval Training, or HIIT. HIIT refers to training intensely for short bursts followed by similar periods of low intensity. HIIT workouts are usually short but intense and burn a large number of calories in a short period of time.

Audio: Weight Loss Mindset Part 4: Creating Change

Sun, 27 May 2007 18:31:21 -0700

In the fourth and final installment of this mini-series about the power of thought to lose weight, health coach Jeremy Likness explores how your mindset can help create change. This powerful information expands upon the inner aspects of physique transformation.

Your First Pull-up

Sun, 27 May 2007 18:26:32 -0700

Pull Up One of the most common training-related questions I receive is, "How do I get strong enough to perform a full pull-up?" Let's analyze the pull-up and create a plan of attack!

What's the Frequency?

Sun, 27 May 2007 17:30:26 -0700

Training is like a blueprint for your body to adapt. Recovery is when the training effect, or the result of your training, takes place. If you train too soon, you will not fully recover. Wait too long, and you'll lose some of the training benefits. For this reason, frequency of training is an important element for success. This article will explore the right way to help determine your optimal training frequency.

Getting a Good Rep

Sun, 20 May 2007 16:18:39 -0700

In the gym, a good rep doesn't necessarily refer to your reputation. A rep or repetition describes one full movement of the weight during a resistance training exercise. Other terms you may hear are sets, supersets, movements, rest, and tempo. All of this terminology is designed to help you better understand resistance training workouts. This article will describe these weight-lifting terms in greater detail.

Fat Loss with Hypnosis

Mon, 14 May 2007 06:53:45 -0700

What are your thoughts about hypnosis? Some people have experience with using hypnosis as a method to overcome obstacles or break through addictions. Yet others have the image of a smooth-talking wizard lulling people into trances and forcing them to perform acts against their will. What is the real truth behind hypnosis and hypno-theraphy and how is it related to weight loss?

Lose Fat, Not Faith: Help with Getting Started

Fri, 11 May 2007 20:13:24 -0700

Welcome to Lose Fat, Not Faith. This is a website dedicated to the power of physique transformation. Here, you will find articles, tools, forums, galleries, products, and services dedicated to helping you become the lean, healthy, and energetic person you deserve to be. There are no magic pills, quick fixes, or gimmicks on this site. The information may seem overwhelming at first, so we offer you this guide to getting started.

The Progress Pinch

Thu, 10 May 2007 06:11:51 -0700

The Progress Pinch In order to improve something, you must first be able to measure it. Measuring fat loss may not be as simple as it seems on the surface.

I Can, I Can't

Tue, 8 May 2007 20:26:30 -0700

You've heard it before. "Never say I can't." Think positive. It is almost a cliché, right? But how do the things we say, feel, and believe truly affect our lives? Every day you have internal conversations with yourself, and the way that you conduct those conversations will have a tremendous impact on your success. There is much more to positive thinking than "can, can't."

Audio: Weight Loss Mindset Part 3: Thoughts Expand

Mon, 7 May 2007 21:09:04 -0700

Part 3 of this mini-series explores the power of thoughts and how what we focus upon expands. Health coach Jeremy Likness shares how we receive what we expect, so for physique transformation to be truly successful, you must transform your own expectations. Recorded in Spearfish, South Dakota in front a live audience.

Treat Injuries with R.I.C.E.

Fri, 4 May 2007 06:40:05 -0700

Injuries happen to almost anyone who has been training for an extended period of time. Optimum nutrition, supplementation, and rest are important to prevent injury, but what happens when you actually suffer one?

Audio: Weight Loss Mindset Part 2: Thought is Creative

Sun, 29 Apr 2007 09:18:36 -0700

Part of 2 of this powerful seminar explores how thoughts are creative and influence your ability to burn fat, lose weight and keep it off. Presented by health coach Jeremy Likness, this powerful information explores the inner aspects of physique transformation.

Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle by Tom Venuto

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 18:14:53 -0700

Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle" Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle" (BFFM) is a 337 page fat burning success manual in downloadable e-book format, jam-packed cover to cover with all the fat loss methods previously known by only a small handful of the worlds best fitness models and bodybuilders. This program contains all the information you'll ever need to help you melt away body fat permanently without muscle loss and without using drugs or unnecessary supplements.

Audio: Weight Loss Mindset Part 1: Power of Thought

Tue, 24 Apr 2007 20:28:31 -0700

During a seminar in 2005, Jeremy Likness discusses the power of thought and the role it plays in physique transformation. This 4 part mini-series will demonstrate why mindset is so key to successful, permanent weight loss.

Burning Fat: A Technical Guide

Mon, 23 Apr 2007 15:32:02 -0700

Shedding unwanted fat and keeping it off requires the right mindset and focus. A healthy lifestyle is a lifelong commitment, not a short term goal. A short term focus on fat loss, however, can sometimes be beneficial. This article focuses on the technical aspects of losing fat and creating maximum changes to your body composition over a short period of time.

Video: The Power of Losing Fat, Not Faith

Sat, 21 Apr 2007 17:08:00 -0700

This video shows Jeremy's transformation in explicit detail from an obese 245+ pound couch potato to a lean, ripped 178 pound health coach. It includes audio representing the power of the inner transformation and what inspired Jeremy to create the concept of "Lose Fat, Not Faith."

Push-up Power

Sat, 21 Apr 2007 07:40:07 -0700

Push-ups are a great way to train your chest and upper arm muscles. Push-ups can be modified to target different areas of the body. Because push-ups do not require any special equipment, they can be performed almost anywhere at any time.

Random Stretch

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 17:12:00 -0700

This gadget will display a random stretch (including description) each time you refresh the page.

Video: Achieve Low Body Fat (47:22)

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 03:42:08 -0700

Reaching low body fat is difficult, if not impossible for some people. Health coach, author, and Lose Fat, Not Faith founder Jeremy Likness shares advanced techniques and strategies for weight loss that will help shed those last stubborn pounds to achieve the extremely lean physique you desire.

Video: Lose Fat, Not Faith (21:39)

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:01:00 -0700

Health coach and author Jeremy Likness reads an excerpt from his internationally-selling book Lose Fat, Not Faith: A Transformation Guide.

Random Exercise

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 17:15:00 -0700

This gadget displays a random exercise from our extensive illustrated exercise library.

Don't Know Squat?

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 19:26:49 -0700

Squat The squat is a very powerful exercise. It is one of the only exercises that will work 75% of your muscles with one, single movement. The squat should be one of the primary movements in any leg workout. There are many varieties of squat that can be performed to make workouts interesting and prevent plateaus or stagnation.

Fluid Intake Calculator

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 05:31:44 -0700

Use this calculator to estimate how much fluid you need during long workouts. Weigh yourself before and after the workout then find out if you're hydrating and getting the right amount of electrolytes.

The Long Haul

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 05:10:25 -0700

Training for longer than one hour requires careful planning. Nutrition and hydration become very important. Failure to have a good strategy in place can negatively impact your training and hinder your ability to recover. Improper hydration is not only dangerous: it can be fatal. A few simple techniques will make a major difference during your longer training sessions.

Fiber

Mon, 9 Apr 2007 17:22:27 -0700

Fiber is a class of carbohydrate that the human body cannot digest. Most people in today's society get less than half of the fiber they need. Fiber provides many important health benefits and those who fall short of the recommendation are missing out. Fiber is a key reason why it is important to consume as many whole, unprocessed foods as possible throughout the day.

One Rep Max (1RM) Calculator

Sat, 7 Apr 2007 18:30:50 -0700

Use this calculator to compute your theoretical one rep maximum based on any workout at a different number of repetitions. This tool will also guess your 5, 10, and 15 rep maximums.

Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) Calculator

Sat, 7 Apr 2007 18:02:22 -0700

Use this calculator to compute your basal metabolic rate (BMR), or the amount of calories it is estimated you would burn each day if you did nothing but sleep.

Target Heart Rate Calculator

Sat, 7 Apr 2007 17:21:24 -0700

Use this calculator to compute your target heart rate for various zones of training. Based on the Tanaka method.

Body Fat Calculator

Sat, 7 Apr 2007 17:10:25 -0700

Use our body fat calculator to compute the amount of lean and fat mass that you have.

The Healthy Shopping Guide

Fri, 6 Apr 2007 14:13:58 -0700

Healthy Shopping Guide The healthy shopping guide contains a list of high protein foods, as well as healthy fats, carbohydrates, fats, fruits, and vegetables.

Food Labels 101

Fri, 6 Apr 2007 13:58:46 -0700

Nutrition Facts 101 It is important that you know how to shop for quality foods. This section explains how to maximize your trips to the grocery store by revealing exactly how to read labels and find healthy foods. It is not very complicated, but a little knowledge can go a long ways when it comes to healthy shopping.