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Denise Austin - American's Favorite Fitness Expert Fitness has always been a part of Denise's life, for over 20 years! The Perfect Workout? It's in the Bag Here is a new thought. Your gym bag can do more for your workout than just carry your stuff from here to there. Body Fat Testing: What's Old, What's New, What Works Including what is body composition; How does the BOD POD measure body composition; and why is it important to know your body composition. Alternatives & Advice: Leaky Gut Syndrome What is leaky gut syndrome. It is a term for a gut inflammation condition. Quick Tips: Alternating Bicep Curls It's never too soon to start creating definition and muscle tone for those summer tanks and tees. Strong & Beautiful: Modeling 101 Here is a crash course to help you get started and stay motivated. The Fun Side of Fitness My favorite workout, by Ann Anderson. The Stress Fat Connection With no warning and at the conclusion of one phone call, Tara's on top of the world attitude and life was instantly changed. Are You Using the Right Protein The latest research suggests that a whey protein supplement containing either egg and/or casein fully supports the muscle building process after it is ingested. Aerobic Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction The following are common myths that have somehow been taken as gospel by the general public. Flip for Fitness Turning Your Workout Upside Down Push Pull Training Sometimes dding some spice to your weight training program can become a chore. You gt stuck in your regular routine and run out of new ideas. Maui Fit Camp Aloha from Paradise. So You Want To Compete You have never entered a fitness competition, but you saw one on television and thought 'I can do that'. The following is to help the first time competitor get started. 5 Steps to A Healthy, Happy New You You can change the direction of your life! High Tech Fitness & Beauty Lip Augmentation; and Sonic Liposuction

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Ask Tony Little Yo-yo Syndrome, cruise diet, stress buster, muscle injury. Hart to Heart Fats, muscle fiber types, supplements. By Darby Hart. Competitors Chat with Forrest Avery Amy Livingston, Ms. Fitness Great Lakes. Christopher's Corner International Grand Finals Championships Success Story Cathy Langson, Lisa Vasquez, Linda Ongley, Kim Seeley, Amy Gibson Ms. Fitness Pantry Lomo De Cerdo, Saffron infused sea bass. Heartbeat Seared Halibut with Asparagus and Potato Horseradish Sauce.

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Letter from the Editor The fitness world has turned a corner and the latest trends (Yoga and Pilates) are about taking more complete care of ourselves. By Greta Blackburn. Subscription Information Bits 'N' Pieces Including Papering with Powder, Super Soy, CLA, and more. Did You Know Snacking throughout the day is a healthy habit because it fuels the metabolism and maximizes energy all day long. Contest Calendar Upcoming M. Fitness contests What's New New sports drinks creted for diabetics, dieters and health conscious consumers.