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Jun 13

How to lose weight fast: HCG Phase 2 – Video

12-06-2012 13:44 Here is a quick update on my hcg results for you guys. I will make a more detailed video soon. I'm pretty busy. but a lot of you have been asking about these results. again these photos are not flattering at all. hope you guys enjoy. don't forget to subscribe and share with your friends. don't forget to "like" me on facebook http

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Jun 13

Do you have Jabba Flab, Double Chubble or Rump Lumps? Fitness experts identify six types of bingo wing

By Hannah Roberts

PUBLISHED: 11:38 EST, 12 June 2012 | UPDATED: 20:06 EST, 12 June 2012

If you're secretly quite pleased that the sunshine has gone missing this year because you havent had to bare your upper arms, help may be at hand.

A fitness expert claims to have identified six different types of so-called bingo wings and a way to get rid of them all.

Brace yourself though, because they dont exactly have the most flattering of names.

Arm issues: Gabourey Sidibe has a 'Double Chubble' while Jessica Simpson is afflicted with 'classic' bingo wings

While some may suffer from Rump Lumps, others are hiding Double Chubble or, the very worst, Jabba Flabba.

According to research, three-quarters of women hate their bingo wings, the flaps of skin which hang under the triceps and they plague some men, too.

Caused by sagging skin and excess weight, they are almost impossible to shift with ordinary exercise routines.

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Jun 13

Lettuce Diets and Weight Watchers? These New Moms Need to Stop

Move over Jennifer Hudson! Jessica Simpson is the new celebrity spokeswoman for Weight Watchers.

Why Jessica Simpson? Because God forbid a new mothers first order of business be to bond with her baby. She has weight to lose and fast!

Its terrible the amount of pressure placed on celebrity mothers and, by extension, non-celebrity mothers to lose baby weight as quickly as possible as soon as they leave the hospital.

Worse, are the celebrities that face the pressure themselves and then turn around and cover magazines promoting their weight loss as an even prouder moment than birthing a healthy baby.

Even Queen Bey has completely fed into this nonsense. She made headlines after telling her fans at a concert that she lost 60 pounds in five months by running on a treadmill and eating lettuce. I hope she was only kidding because that is ridiculous, especially since she is (or was?) breastfeeding.

New mom, actress and author Tia Mowry says that she was encouraged to seek surgery to help her lose her baby weight. At a book signing in DC, she told BellyItchBlog.

Money was being thrown at me to do surgeries and I said no, I want to do it the right way because I know there are moms out there who can relate.

I lost 5 lbs a month which is what your OB/GYN suggest you to do, I would work out 3 times out of the week because moms, who are working moms, who want to spend time with their baby, dont have time to be in the gym 2 hours a day.

And why should they? Its one thing if a person had a baby a decade ago and is still calling the extra poundage post-baby weight, but we really need to give these brand new moms a break.

Studies have shown that most mothers return to their pre-pregnancy weight just a year after giving birth.So why glorify someone who has dropped the weight in five weeks as though that is something to be proud of and aspire toward? Its unrealistic at best and dangerous at worst.

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Jun 12

Washington State WR Marquess Wilson is only scratching the surface

The Breakdown

WR Marquess Wilson: Washington (6-4, 185)

What I like

ICONWilson certainly looks the part.

- Possesses excellent height for the position with a frame to grow into. - Runs well for his size. Showcases the ability to get up to speed quickly off the line and be a threat over the top. - Displays good body control and balance with the ball in his hands. Looks natural on the bubble screen creating in tight areas. - Understands how to come off the line low and use his wiggle to gain a step on corners vs. press coverage. - Uses his length well to knock defenders hands away off the line as well, gain inside leverage and create down the field. - Looks natural running inside vertical routes, can drop pad level and play with a corner in his back pocket. - Does a nice job boxing corners out and adjusting to the football. - Showcases a surprising burst to his game when trying to separate for a big guy and initially can create some space as a route runner. - Builds speed and once he can open up his gate he has the ability to separate vertically and track the football. - Showcases the natural bend/flexibility to mature as a route runner and be able to run sharply breaking routes.

What I didnt like

- Has to learn to come off the line from more of a traditional stance, too much weight is out over his chest in college and will struggle to beat press in NFL. - Needs to show better concentration catching the football, puts far too many throws on the ground that are catchable. - Will get caught looking for defenders or trying to run before securing the football over the middle of the field. - Tends to gear down before his breaks on comeback routes. Doesnt force opposing corners to routinely open up their hips and run before snapping out of his break. - Isnt the cleanest of receivers on sharply breaking routes, tends to drift in and out of his breaks and is more of a vertical route runner only at this stage. - Wants to simply outpace defenders to spots instead of setting corners up out of his breaks. - I didnt see a real killer instinct from him in either the run game or when asked to chase the football after an interception. - Isnt real physical and can be slowed off the line and down the field by stronger corners checking him into his routes. - Lacks ideal body control when asked to adjust on the fade, tends to drift away from the throw and will struggle to gather himself and attack the football quickly.

Overall

Marquess Wilson is a tall wide out with good size and has the ability to run and create vertically. Plus, I see enough short area quickness and flexibility to his game to make me think he can develop as a route runner.

However, hes raw at this stage and has a tendency to put the football on the ground and lose concentration. Therefore, it will be interesting to see how much he matures in the coming years. Nevertheless, hes a high upside guy who is only starting to scratch the surface of his potential as an NFL prospect.

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Jun 12

Weightloss Rules to Break or Follow

The 6 Meals A Day Rule pushers claim you'll speed up metabolism and prevent binges, cravings and overeating but the study this rule was based on is not accurate. This rule works well for some people but can cause major calorie issues for others so feel free to break this rule if eating 6 meals a day is messing with your calorie intake.

The No Carbs After 2 Rule is a very specific rule followed mainly by personal trainers and bodybuilders who prefer to look ripped year round. There is no proof that avoiding carbs after 2 p.m. boosts weight loss or fatloss so feel free to break this rule. Only follow this rule if it helps you control calories.

The No Eating After 5 or 7 Rule is a recommended by many weight loss experts who believe that setting a cut off time is key to calorie control. Feel free to break this rule. When you eat has nothing to do with how much you lose unless you're eating more calories than you need.

The Eat Like A Pauper At Night Rule is a silly rule created by people who think breakfast is the most important meal of the day. The truth is every meal is the most important meal of the day when you're trying to lose weight so no need to eat like a king for breakfast, like a princess for lunch and like a pauper for dinner. Break this silly rule and eat adequate calories for your level of activity and your preferences.

The Eat Protein At Every Meal Rule is a rule that trainers, athletes, and bodybuilders follow to pack on lean muscle or maintain lean muscle. It is also a rule low carbers follow since they don't eat many carbs. Feel free to break this rule if you prefer less protein but follow it if you like a more balanced approach to weight loss and healthy eating. Do keep in mind that a little goes a long way; 1 egg, 3 oz meat, chicken or fish or 1/4 cup cottage cheese is more than enough.

Learn how to set sensible weight loss rules with help from The Rules of "Normal" Eating: A Commonsense Approach for Dieters, Overeaters, Undereaters, Emotional Eaters, and Everyone in Between!

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Jun 12

Drs. Oz and Roizen: 3 tips for bouncing back from difficult times

Theres new data on how to take a licking and keep on ticking. Like the old Timex watch commercials, the key to longevity is resilience: the ability to bounce back in the face of adversity, such as the death of a loved one or the loss of a job. But its not always easy to do. For about 20 percent of us, it comes naturally (some research shows the numbers are higher); those people are glad to get back into the swing of life pretty quickly, feeling stronger for having weathered the storm. For others, its a long, slow slog through the blues until you come out the other side. Fortunately, everyone can learn how to gain the health benefits of resilience: less stress, lower risk of heart disease, less depression and anxiety. Here are three ways you can strengthen your ability to bounce back:

1. Cultivate an optimistic outlook, which is a key part of being resilient. For us, looking on the bright side is enhanced with daily meditation. This is how we say bye to the stress that causes grumpiness.

2. Keep your body strong and limber by eating a diet powered by lean protein and lots of veggies, fruits and 100 percent whole grains. When you feel physically strong, your self-esteem increases, another vital part of resilience.

3. Nurture your social connections. They provide security and love, and help keep emotions on an even keel. Blood pressure goes down; ability to cope goes up.

So reach out and touch someone, physically and emotionally.

What do Naomi Judd, Christopher Kennedy Lawford and Gregg Allman have in common? Hepatitis C. They, like 2 million of their fellow baby boomers, were infected with this virus that causes chronic liver disease. And the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is sounding the alarm: If youre a boomer, get tested, get treated, get on it today! Why? Because people born between 1945 and 1965 are the segment of the population most likely to have hep C, and yet most have no idea they are infected.

Hep C takes its time chipping away at the liver, and decades can pass without any noticeable symptoms. During that time, an infected person may unknowingly pass the infection to others through contact with infected blood (sharing a needle, toothbrush or razor) or sexual activity. The newly infected person may then unknowingly pass it along, too. And that can repeat again and again. See why we have a problem?

Hep C causes liver disease from 70 percent to 85 percent of the time and can trigger cirrhosis or liver cancer. But the good news is that with treatment, 75 percent of cases can be cured. So go to your doctor for a simple one-time blood test. It checks for antibodies to the hep C virus. If youve got the insidious bug, you need to know what subtype of the infection you have; it changes treatment choices and effectiveness. Knowledge is power the power to protect your health and the health of those with whom you come in contact.

A nighttime charley horse can get you up and dancing, but unlike two-stepping at the club, its no fun. Theories abound about why these painful muscle cramps happen and how to prevent them. Everything from quinine to medications such as anti-anxiety drugs, muscle relaxers and vascular dilators are prescribed. For most, and most of the time, four simple steps will prevent this late-night, foot-stamping samba.

Step 1: Get plenty of vitamin D-3, magnesium, potassium, and calcium (get tested for your blood levels of these and iron, too). Deficiencies are linked to cramping. From food and supplements aim for:

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Jun 10

Buzzmakers: The Queen's Jubilee & Paris Jackson

What had ET readers buzzing this week?

1. PICS: The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Celebration!

For only the second time in its history, the UK is celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of a monarch. The UK has been celebrating the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's ascension to the throne. From star-studded concerts, to boat parades and street celebrations in London, revelers have been keeping the festivities going for their dear queen!

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2. Paris Jackson 'Confused' Wearing Masks as a Child

Michael Jackson's daughter Paris opens up to Oprah Winfrey about having her face covered while growing up in the shadow of her famous father.

"I was really confused, I didn't get why I was wearing a mask," Paris tells Oprah in an interview for Oprah's Next Chapter, airing Sunday June 10 on OWN.

"But I understand it now... why my dad would want our faces to be covered," she says, adding that concealing all his children's identities was an attempt by her father to give them the "normal childhood" he never had.

3. 'Django Unchained' Preview Trailer

Django Unchained, Quentin Tarantino's hugely anticipated follow-up to Inglourious Basterds doesn't arrive until Christmas Day, but right now you can unwrap a sneak peek here!

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Jun 10

Lift for markets from Spain rescue could be brief

By DANIEL WAGNER AP Business Writer

A bailout of the crippled banks of Spain should relieve world financial markets and provide a lift for stocks in the United States, which have had a rocky six weeks because of investor concern about Europe.

But any boost will be short-lived, market experts said Sunday, unless Europe comes forward quickly with more bold action to reassure the world that it finally has a grip on its almost three-year-old debt crisis.

"I think what we're all trying to figure out right now is, is this the end of the concern? Are we tracing out a bottom or a bear?" said Sam Stovall, chief equity analyst at S&P Capital IQ, a market research firm.

Investors will have their first chance to react to the bailout as markets open Monday. The package includes loans of up to $125 billion for Spanish banks from Spain's European neighbors. It is similar in concept to how the U.S. government shored up banks in 2008 with the Troubled Asset Relief Program, or TARP.

Despite the turmoil in Europe, last week was the best of the year for U.S. stocks. The Standard & Poor's 500 index rose 3.6 percent, partly in anticipation of a Spanish bank rescue. The fact that it wasn't a surprise might limit the further jump for stocks, Stovall said.

Peter Tchir, manager of the hedge fund TF Market Advisors, said he expects a rapid gain this week for many investments, including U.S. and European stocks and bonds issued by Spain and other troubled nations.

He said he expects traders to sell traditionally safe investments like U.S. Treasurys and German bunds, which already are paying zero interest on five-year debt. Selling would drive down prices and drive up interest rates.

For riskier investments like stocks, "We'll get a brief rally on Monday or Tuesday," Tchir said. "Then people will sit around saying, 'What comes next?'"

As fear about Europe intensified or eased in recent weeks, traders returned to a pattern of selling or buying risky assets based on headlines from overseas, with little regard to the specific investment.

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Jun 9

Gadgets: Gravity suit tips exercise scale

I'm lying on the floor of my apartment trying to maneuver into a respectable downward dog, but it's not coming easy. Not because I'm injured or overworked (although I admit I could clock more hours in yoga class), rather it's because I'm strapped into a 40-pound compression suit, trying to see how much harder it makes my workout.

Spoiler: It makes it much, much harder.

Created by Jim Foster, a former professional athlete, the Gravity Plus Suit consists of a weighted long-sleeved jacket and chaps, which go over workout clothes and Velcro together for added compression.

Foster's idea, he says, came from poring through research about how to improve the efficacy of workouts. Studies have demonstrated, for instance, that weight-bearing exercises, which could refer to body weight or added weight, increase the calories burned and can improve bone density. Other research suggests that compression garments can help muscles heal more quickly after exercise and allow athletes more precision in their movements.

Foster hopes to market his product to people looking to lose weight, injured people looking to heal and athletes looking to improve technique.

Research supports the concepts behind the suit, but experts are mixed in their reactions to it.

Mike Donavanik, a personal trainer based in Los Angeles, notes that weight bearing is tried and true as far as ramping up cardiovascular workouts. "You're going to burn more calories because you have to carry more weight," he said. But Donavanik cautions that it may not build strength more effectively than simple weightlifting.

Dr. William J. Kraemer, a professor of kinesiology at the University of Connecticut, agrees that the research is in place to back compression and bearing weight but said products such as the Gravity Plus Suit need to be explicitly tested.

"What they are trying to do is take general attributes of compression and relay it to their configuration," he said, but "they don't have any peer-reviewed data to say that it works as a design."

Still, devotees of Foster's creation are sold on the product. Helena Porter, 45, has been using the suit for five months and says she's never felt better. "I work out diligently, and I've never lost weight as fast as I lost weight with that suit," she said. "When you take it off, you feel so alive, so energetic."

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Jun 8

Manny Pacquiao to fight Timothy Bradley with Floyd Mayweather Jr. on everybody's mind

LAS VEGAS For a champion boxer, every round of every fight is overtime of Game 7 in the finals.

It's even tougher for Manny Pacquiao because beating an unbeaten, in-his-prime opponent such as Timothy Bradley won't nearly be enough, no matter how good he may look Saturday when he defends his welterweight title at the MGM Grand Garden.

He may be fighting Bradley, but he'll be ceaselessly compared to Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Did Pacquiao look as good against Bradley as Mayweather did May 5 in a win over Miguel Cotto? Did Pacquiao sell as many pay-per-views as the 1.5 million Mayweather tallied against Cotto? Does he deserve a 50-50 purse split for a potential bout with Mayweather?

Every move he makes in the ring, every word he utters at the post-fight news conference, every dollar he brings to the till, will be examined against the backdrop of what Mayweather did, said and earned.

Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley Jr. are set to fight in Las Vegas on Saturday. (Reuters)The idea that Pacquiao needs to do anything other than defeat Bradley and retain his title to land a fight with Mayweather is ludicrous. Mayweather needs Pacquiao and Pacquiao needs Mayweather. It would only be the richest fight of all time.

The problem they face, other than the obvious that Mayweather is serving time at the Clark County Detention Center after pleading guilty to domestic violence charges is that it seems the inevitable slow decline because of age has begun for each of them.

Mayweather is 35 and was hit more by Cotto than he'd been in any fight in a decade, perhaps more. Pacquiao is 33 and coming off a fight in which he was lucky to win.

In Bradley, he'll be fighting a man five years younger with 30 fewer fights. Most significantly, Bradley doesn't have the wear and tear on him that Pacquiao has.

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