Don’t fall for it

What up peeps? I know I have been away for awhile. But let’s talk about that word “awhile”. Now I know you see the commercials about getting your beach body ready for the summer. I think that this is setting people up for failure. You can’t get the body you want just like that. You have to work hard at it. And sometimes it takes just as long to loose – if not longer -- the weight as it did to gain. The key is to not get discouraged and keep at it. Make sure you eat right and maybe decide to get a partner to work out with that is going to push you. Also, get my DVD that is coming out very soon! I shoot it April 4^th…. Tell a friend ;)

Shall I retort….?

What up peeps? I mentioned this before and I am going to say it again. NEVER STRETCH COLD MUSCLES! It is always best to warm up before you start stretching or pumping iron. You have to give your muscles time to loosen up. It is imperative that you do this so you won’t cause injury. So please, for your own good take heed to what I am saying and pass it on. Here are some examples of what I mean by warming up: jumping rope, jogging in place, jumping jacks, anything that is aerobic. Get your body wet first. Then begin your work out routine. Two fingaz….

You heard the phrase....

What up peeps? Hey I have a bone to pick with some of the folks out there. Hopefully I am not talking about you. But we all know someone who can benefit from what I have to say. Check it out; I know you all have heard the saying once on the lips a life time on the hips. Well that’s not entirely true but it can be if you don’t do anything about it. And some of you can start by doing push ups! Pushing yourself away from the table, that is. Remember, gluttony is a sin. Now we all have our own vices that we deal with but we have to concur it, not let it control us!  

So if you haven’t started working out please do so immediately. If you know someone that needs to get their “lard” behinds in the gym, tell them. Be a friend, be a trend setter, set the pace. Get your fitness on and get in those jeans barred in your closet that you used to be able to wear….

Tripple Threat....Did you know?

What up peeps? Now I’m not a certified nutritionist but, I do know the basics about what NOT to put in your system if you are trying to re-sculpt your body. Basically let me tell you this, stay away from fried food and also watch your sugar intake. Did you know that whole gain foods and cereal including orange juice are known as bad carbs? Fooled me when I found out! Also, did you know that you have to eat certain fats to burn fat? Yup! It’s true. So stay away from the French fries and get some sweet potato fries. But away the fake butter and margarine and use real butter, whole eggs, raw nuts, and olive oil. Don’t believe me? Well research it.

Now let’s talk about working out. Some people only like lifting weights. Then there are some that only like aerobics and yoga. I say you have to incorporate all! Lifting weights is good to build muscle and or tone. Aerobics is great for cardio and yoga -- of course -- stretches those kinks out. Now don’t you think YOU should do all three?

          

Time constraints

What up peeps? Hey are you not finding the time you need to get in a good workout? Well try this routine out that can take 20 – 30 minutes out of your day.  I call these “crazy sets.” The key is to pick 4 to 5 exercises, do each one for one minute with a 15 – 20 second rest in-between.  Then do it two more time to complete your sets.  Now do the math. You won’t go over thirty minutes if you can do it. This is a serious calorie killer!     

Vanity

What up peeps? I have a question for you. Are you or someone you know vane? When working out do you only focus in on one muscle group? Some people like the way they look in jeans, and some the way they fill out a shirt. What about looking good from head to toe?! You can’t be big up top and have pencil legs, or have a big booty (ladies) but your arms are swinging in the wind when you’re waving.

Now don’t get me wrong because sometimes it is genetics. I have small calf muscles. It runs in my family. But that doesn’t mean I don’t work at them! Every part of your body has to be strong and it starts with the core. You can work a different muscle group everyday. But, if you are the type that works out every other day then do this: chest/triceps/shoulders and abs Monday. Biceps/back and abs Wednesday. Finally, legs and abs Friday. Get it in baby!