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6 December 2007 Body Building | Peri
Menopause
| Weight Loss | Depression | Procrastination | Romantic Gifts
This eZine (No. 108)Unleash the Power of Your Mind To Achieve Your Natural BodyBuilding GoalsBy Brandon MillerIf you're reading this article, we are of a like mind in at least one regard: we both want to achieve our fitness goals to have our dream body. Taking the body you were given to your maximum natural bodybuilding potential is on the forefront of every person crazy enough to dedicate themselves to bodybuilding. Maslow would call it self-actualization, the army would call it "be all that you can be"...but we just call it a Tuesday back workout. Obviously there are hundreds of facets to attaining your idea of physical perfection. Diet, training and supplementation are no-brainers as far as importance is concerned, and truth be told if you can dial-in those three pillars, you'll get a long way towards your goals. However, there is an aspect to bodybuilding that transcends these very important pillars, and is completely intangible. This aspect is the power of your mind. First and foremost, understanding how integral your brain is to bodybuilding will change your physique quicker than any diet, workout plan or supplement will ever do. Only the best of the best ever fully realizes how vital the mental aspect of bodybuilding is. The mind saturates all aspects of bodybuilding, and can make or break any physique. It is so important that in my opinion, it should be the first thing trainees attempt to master, as it will positively affect every other aspect of your life. Your mind manifests itself in three major ways: 1. Attitude - Your attitude is controlled completely by your mind. You are the one who decides whether your workout is going to be ordinary, or so intense that the only thing you can do is collapse on the ground and smile. Your attitude determines if you are going to stick to the diet, or convince yourself with enough lies that one (insert unhealthy food here) is okay. It is so important to realize that reaching the pinnacle is a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week endeavor that is not for the faint of heart. This type of attitude is difficult to obtain to say the least, let alone maintain over the course of a lifetime. Fortunately, you can transform your attitude with knowledge. Increasing your knowledge base is the best way to impact your attitude. Simply following a workout is all well and good, but delving into every aspect of your training splits will yield so much more. Confidence blooms from knowing that your training is completely thought out, your diet is spot on for your goals, and your supplements are adding exactly what is needed. Knowledge is the key to unlocking that "take no prisoners" type attitude that separates the beginners and intermediates from the advanced. 2. Focus - Once your attitude is set in stone, the next thing to conquer is focus. Knowing how to focus will take the intensity and results of training to unbelievable heights. Focus is very easy to spot in the weight room. Unfortunately, you can't just outwardly copy focus and achieve the same results. Focus is mainly internal. And inside the confines of the human mind lay the deepest form of focus in the muscle-mind connection. For example, the bicep curl is a very simple and recognizable exercise yet most trainees never focus enough to take the exercise to the next level. Your brain has to leave your head and take up residence in your biceps. Envision each bicep as mechanical pistons with perfect form. Activate every muscle cell using the power of your mind. Envision the myosin and actin latching onto each other and fully contract each and every sarcomere (this is where the knowledge comes into play). Once you put yourself fully into the movement, you can make even the most rudimentary exercises skin-bursting intense. 3. Vision - Put simply, vision is that intangible goal in all of our minds that we are striving for. Natural bodybuilding without vision is like driving without a road map. You might end up where you trying to go eventually, but the odds are just as good that you'll end up in the boonies. The main problem most new trainees have is that they think they know what they want to look like. However, without the attitude and drive, vision is nothing more than a dream. Attaining a true vision of your future physique is difficult. First and foremost, you must have at least a sub 10% body fat level to understand what your body can transform into. Once there, study your physique in the mirror. Determine your body type, taking into account strengths and weaknesses of every body part. Then study other natural bodybuilders with similar characteristics to understand what is possible for you. Once you clamp down your ideal physique, pin it to the front of your mind and situate all parts of your training, diet and supplementation to reach that goal. That vision will adapt and change as your body metamorphosis continues, but always have that vision in the front of your mind. So, is it impossible to achieve a great physique without engaging the mind? You may achieve some of your goals but you will not realize your full bodybuilding potential. I'm sure every one reading this article can name one person in their gym that seems to nonchalantly cruise through their workout and boasts an impressive physique. But mastering the incorporation of the mind to your bodybuilding odyssey will give you infinitely more satisfaction than just going through the motions (not to mention the body of your dreams). Now get out there and learn!. Copyright 2007, Masszymes Inc. All rights reserved. About the author: Brandon Miller is a serious bodybuilder who has amazing success using the revolutionary new health system, Freaky Big Naturally. Claim your "Ultimate free Bodybuilding Package" at http://www.FreakyGrowth.com  Maintaining Balance of Estrogen and Progesterone During the Peri-MenopauseBy Jean MorganPeri-menopause is a natural stage which occurs in a woman's life during which she transitions from her reproductive life stage to that of menopause. It lasts for a period of approximately five years, and is the time during which the body's physiological system begins the process of change that will effectively result in menopause. Menopause occurs when a woman ceases to ovulate, and there is no longer the ability to become pregnant. At peri-menopause, estrogen and progesterone both decrease naturally until the onset of menopause when they are maintained at lower levels. Peri-menopause may be marked by various symptoms including changes in frequency and duration of the menstrual period. As ovulation decreases, it becomes infrequent and erratic and can cause menstrual periods that are unusually light or heavy. Other symptoms of peri-menopause may include night sweats, hot flashes, breast tenderness, depression, fatigue and a lessened ability to become pregnant. However, the experience of peri-menopause is as different as is every woman. If you are experiencing any symptoms of peri-menopause, it is suggested that you have your hormone levels tested to determine whether an imbalance exists, the specifics of any imbalanced condition, and possible treatment and benefits of hormone replacement. The ability to maintain a balance of estrogen and progesterone during the peri-menopausal stage when the levels of both hormones are adjusting is beneficial. It can serve to decrease the appearance and the frequency of any problematic or uncomfortable symptoms of the onset of menopause, easing a woman's experience of the transitional period. It may also favorably affect other physiological systems including immunity and digestive systems, maintain or improve sexual desire as well as energy levels and a woman's overall sense of wellbeing. About the author: Jean Morgan is currently going through the menopause having previously suffered really badly with PMS and has researched natural remedies extensively. Visit her website about Natural Progesterone for more information about the PMS and menopause and how natural progesterone can help. Jean also has a blog at http://mywebinfosites.com/menopause/ where she offers menopause information and some menopause humour for those lighter moments. Comic ReliefMechanic v. Surgeon Morris was
removing some engine valves from a car on the lift when he spotted
the famous heart surgeon Dr. Michael DeBakey, who was standing off to the side, waiting for the service manager. Morris, somewhat of a loud mouth, shouted across the garage, "Hey DeBakey . . . . Is dat you ? Come over here a minute." The famous surgeon, a bit surprised, walked over to where Morris was working on a car. Morris in a loud voice, all could hear, said argumentatively, "So Mr. fancy doctor, look at this work. I also take valves out, grind 'em, put in new parts, and when I finish this baby will purr like a kitten. So how come you get the big bucks, when you and me are doing basically the same work?" DeBakey, very embarrassed, walked away, and said softly, to Morris . . . "Try doing your work with the engine running."  Helpful Advice for Keeping the Weight Off for GoodBy Ken BlackFor anyone who has fought the battle of weight loss, you know how frustrating it can be to try and lose the weight by following all of the rules and instructions just to lose a pound here and there. When we diet, we expect to lose weight rapidly. Weight loss is not an easy process. It never has been and probably never will be. There are certain things such as diet and exercise that needs to be performed on a daily basis in order to be successful. The first thing that you need to take into consideration is to choose the diet plan that you want to use. It is important that you do not pick one that is not well known, as these tend to have a high failure rate. It is equally important that you do not choose a diet plan that can be potentially dangerous. Rapid weight loss can cause serious damage and in some instances death. There have been documented cases where people have sustained permanent damage to their heart and organs by using certain fast weight loss methods. You have to understand that it took time to put the weight on; it will take time to take it off. Choosing a weight loss plan that offers rapid weight loss in a short amount of time usually ends up in failure and you end up gaining the weight back. Any diet that offers rapid weight loss in seven days or less, such as the grapefruit or hot dog diet, should be met with a certain amount of skepticism. You may lose a certain amount of weight quickly, however, you most certainly will gain it back and then some. A good approach will advise you that a well-balanced diet and an exercise routine are mandatory to lose pounds. You will lose it gradually and in a healthy way. This is the only proven method of sustainable weight loss. Lifestyle changes have to be made in order to sustain the weight you have lost. You cannot lose weight and go out and eat a hot fudge Sunday every night and not expect to gain the weight back. But, making these lifestyle changes does not have to mean a death sentence. If you treat it as such then you are destined to fail. Having a long-term calorie reduction blueprint is the only way that sustainable weight loss can be achieved. The one thing that is critical to dieting is establishing an exercise schedule. You cannot lose weight without one. An exercise routine not only promotes a healthy body, it also builds muscle and burns fat. Changing your eating habits is essential and so is increasing your physical movement. If you here someone advocate losing weight easily without exercise, you should be very wary because it is almost a sure thing that you will gain the pounds back. Usually when this happens, you gain back more weight than you originally lost. The long-term effects can be very dangerous with these types of yo-yo diets because you are depriving your body of the vitamins and minerals that it needs to stay healthy. Many people have regretted using this type of approach. A healthy diet contains the basic food groups in the proper serving amounts. It is crucial that you follow this rule, however you can reduce the amount that you eat. There are so many different menu choices that you will not miss the food you cannot eat. It is all in your mindset. If you are determined to succeed at achieving a certain weight, or a certain waist size, then you will not mind giving up the greasy burgers or pizza for dinner. You might even feel better. Food pyramids were designed to give you the recommended amounts of the four food groups on a daily basis, namely fruits and vegetables, dairy products, lean meat, and grains. You can find many different food pyramid diets when you do a simple Google search on the Internet. One site that offers a food selection is the Mayo Clinic. Chronically obese people have a separate challenge when it comes to losing fat. When you are fifty pounds or more overweight, you are considered to be chronically obese. These are the people who have the most difficulties in changing their lifestyle. In this instance, the food pyramid may not be able to offer the assistance that is needed. For those people who are chronically obese, a low carb diet is often recommended. The obese person is limited to a certain amount of carbs each day. Carbs are then slowly re introduced into the diet in very small increments until the person starts gaining weight. The reasoning for this is that you will be able to determine how many carbs you can consume before you start gaining weight, therefore you can eat up to that amount each day and not gain weight. The dieter will lose the inches gradually and most important of all, in a healthy manner. It is critically important that you consult your doctor before starting any weight loss or exercise program. He or she will determine if you are healthy enough to start a weight loss plan and discuss with you what your options are, and they may just give you some tips on burning calories. Joining a fitness center has many benefits. When you join an exercise club, you not only have access to exercise equipment, you have access to nutritionists who can develop a menu plan that is tailored to your needs. You also have access to personal trainer who can design a weight loss exercise routine that will assist you in losing as much weight as you want. If you do not want to join a fitness club, you can consult an independent nutritionist to form a menu plan to suit your needs. You can also develop an exercise routine although you should have it approved by your physician. About the author: Ken Black is the owner of the Weight Loss Discovery website at http://Weight-Loss-Discovery.com. Visit this site right away to find out the latest on very effective weight loss programs. Depression And Finding A New You InsideBy: Mandy RobinsonIf you are suffering from depression, you should know that depression often leaves us better than we were before. It enables us to really deeply think and feel about our lives. If you are not feeling whole, if you are not feeling happy as you once were in your life, it could be that you are under the effects of depression. Many dont even realize they are suffering with depression until their lives has changed so drastically that they dont know or realize just how to fix it all. Depression however does not need to be long lasting or permanant. Getting over it is more than possible if you put your mind to it. Be sure to get up at a reasonable hour every day. Sluggishness and failure to try to correct the problem can only make things worse. Think positive and the things in your life will appear or seem to be more positive. The changes in your life are only going to happen because you make them happen. No one else can do this for you. Depression is, after all, only a state of mind. Depression can be treated in various methods and in various ways. One of the best things you can do is start talking more with your friends and family. You will find your support structure one that is strong, and that will give you answers that you may not even have thought about. Sometimes just talking with another person that knows you well, that knows about your situation and person needs is going to give you the best feelings in the world and will boost your ability to fight off depression alone. Our states of mind change every day, even every hour. Keep this in mind when thinking about changing your depressed state of mind. Your doctor is one that knows you well, that knows your medical history and can talk to you about medications that may aid you in your quest to find a balanced ground. It is important to remember, that even as you start taking medications or seeking treatments, it can take from twenty to thirty days to have effect. If you are severely depressed including thoughts of suicide you should most definately seek help from a friend or family member, and perhaps your family doctor as well. About the author: For more great anxiety depression related articles and resources check out http://shynesshq.info The Boomerang Effect - What Are The Causes And Effects Of Procrastination?By: Deon Du PlessisThe universal law of cause and effect is visible everywhere. The effects, or the evidence, is mostly what we can see and what we experience, while the cause is often more far reaching and indirect. Nevertheless, we can always trace the effect back to a cause. Most people end up blaming circumstances on ‘coincidence’ or ‘luck’ or ‘chance’, but in reality all these effects are nothing but a natural law asserting itself. On a very practical level we are all very familiar with the concept of action and reaction. For every action there is an equal, but opposite re-action. This is one of the laws that Isaac Newton uncovered and is still one of the most fundamental laws by which this universe we live in is governed. On a much more metaphysical level the law of action and reaction, or cause and effect, also holds true. In the ancient eastern philosophy it was referred to as the law of Karma, where every single action will come back to you in like kind. Like a boomerang, what you put out will come right back at you, although it’s often disguised as something else. A lot of the ‘effects’ in your life are caused by this strange human phenomenon called procrastination. Although it’s quite obvious that every action has a reaction, it’s a little less obvious that every in-action also has a re-action. It is not just what you do that makes the difference in your life, but also what you fail to do. Procrastination is that strange (lack of) behaviour where you want to do something, but still you don’t. The question that arises is ‘what are the causes and effects of procrastination?’ Well, there are many. Let’s look at three of the most common causes and effects of procrastination, keeping in mind that for every cause there is an effect. Cause and Effect #1: The Fear Of Failure The fear of failure is a major cause for procrastination. In fact, all forms of procrastination has some kind of fear at it’s roots. The fear of failure is a common fear that we all share. As human beings, we are not designed to fail. We are designed to consistently progress and improve. This fear then keeps you locked up in procrastination as a way of keeping your from failing. The effect of this form of procrastination then is quite obvious: failure to utilize opportunities. If you don’t act on opportunities they aren’t really opportunities are they? It is never a case of whether opportunity is knocking, but rather a case of whether you are acting on this opportunity and utilizing it. Cause And Effect #2: Feeling Overwhelmed We all have a limited mental and emotional capacity. Just like your physical capacity, you have a limit to what you can take on at any given time, and only you know what that limit is. When you overload yourself physically, your body usually breaks down in some form or another. When you overload yourself mentally and emotionally, your mind will intervene, usually in the form of procrastination, to keep you from a ‘mental overload’. The effects of this form of procrastination is that you start to avoid tasks, especially the important ones that you know you ‘must’ do. Cause And Effect #3: Postponing Important Tasks Procrastinators are actively seeking out diversions, no because they are lazy, but because at some level they fear the task that they are avoiding. By postponing a task you actually ‘lie’ to yourself. Instead of giving up or quitting – all you are doing is to make yourself feel a little better by saying ‘I’ll do it tomorrow’. By postponing important tasks, you postpone important results. Remember that for every cause there is an effect and when you postpone the actions you also postpone the results. The are no definitive answers to what are the causes and effects of procrastination, as the effects are often far reaching. The simple fact is that without positive and constructive action on a consistent basis, you will rarely produce any significant results. Procrastination is what keeps you immobilized and locked up in where you are. To get to where you want to be, you have to break free and break out of this mould. You can overcome procrastination and you can learn to develop both your mental and emotional capacity to take your life to a whole new level you never thought possible before. About the author: Author Deon Du Plessis (Overcoming-Procrastination.Com) is a specialist in the field of behavioral psychology and author of A Course Of Action. Romance and Relationships - 7 Tips for Scoring Big Romance Points by Buying the Perfect GiftBy Laurel Barnet and Jeff BarnetDo you struggle trying to buy the perfect gift for your mate? It can be difficult to come up with great gift ideas for every occasion. If it is done well, gift giving skyrockets the romance factor in your relationship. After all, romance is expressing your love and making your sweetheart feel special. Being a good gift giver sends the message that you intimately know his/her want, likes, and desires. Great gifts do not have to be expensive. They just have to show thoughtfulness and effort. Read on to discover seven secrets for buying the perfect gift for your beloved: 1. The shopping date. You can combine a date night along with information gathering for gift ideas. You will be amazed at the gift possibilities if you pay attention to what he/she looks at while shopping. 2. What does he/she talks about. This is one of the biggest secrets to buying great gifts. Your spouse will give you plenty of gift ideas is you just listen to them talk about their likes, interests, and desires. They will be impressed that you were cared enough to really listen to them. 3. Plan ahead. If you wait until the last minute or you will end up just buying something convenient. It will be obvious that you did not put much thought or effort into the gift. 4. Ruts are not romantic. Do not get into the rut of buying him/her the same thing over and over. If you give the same gift over and over, eventually it loses its romantic appeal. 5. The element of surprise. Surprises are romantic. Gifts for holidays, birthdays and special occasions are nice, but the most romantic gifts are surprises that say, "I love you and thought about you today." 6. Do not always shop from a list. If your mate always has to give you a list, then you may not be paying attention and the romance factor is lessened. 7. If you find a gift idea early, buy it then. You may find a great Christmas gift in June. Do not wait to get it. Chances are that it will be gone in December or you will forget about it. Buy it and put it up for later. You will just be prepared ahead of time and it will make your Christmas shopping easier. The romance factor Gift giving is just one way to show your mate how much you love and appreciate them. It helps keep that loving feeling in your relationship. Romance is not essential to a solid relationship. However, romance is to a relationship what dessert is to a meal. You can have one without the other, but romance and dessert can turn the ordinary an extraordinary experience. Gift giving is just one thing that you can do to keep that loving feeling in your relationship. About the author: If you are ready to know more about how to stay in love with your spouse, then I invite you to get our special report, "Keeping That Loving Feeling: 7 Secrets Every Couple Should Know" at http://www.BuildingYourDreamMarriage.com/LovingFeeling.html. Dave's Life Changing Program: |
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