10.17.08
Posted in Uncategorized, What's Up at 11:39 am by Administrator
Gerry Grossman is the winner of our 2008 Gift-A-Friend Grand Prize ($429 Value). Personal Chef Christina Dimacali will prepare, shop, and cook a 3 course romantic dinner party for two right in the comfort of Gerrys home. To learn more about Christina Dimacali’s personal chef services check out her website www.cyplate.com because she also prepares delicious, healthy meals for busy parents and professionals.
Thank you so much for all the great referrals. We received over 120 referrals and I gave away a ton of gift certificates (You guys really came through). Thank you so much helping me grow my business. I take your referrals very seriously and I will give them an awesome experience whether they become clients or not.
Sincerely Grateful,
Kevin Hensel,
Owner Fit-4-Life
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10.16.08
Posted in Nutrition at 9:07 am by Administrator
Let’s be honest for a moment. You’ve seen the advertisements for weight loss pills-you know the ones with those amazing before and after pictures-and you’ve wondered to yourself…do they work?
Diet pills are everywhere, they tempt from store shelves, from infomercials and from glossy magazine pages. You probably know someone who is dabbling with diet pills or maybe you’ve tried them yourself. Have you ever wondered how they work?
Weight loss pills can be broken down into 3 basic categories:
Appetite Suppressants: These work just like it sounds. The appetite-regulating region of your brain (the hypothalamus) is tricked by blockage of the re-uptake of serotonin and norepinephrine. As a result you feel like you’ve just eaten a big meal, so you’re less likely to overeat.
Stimulants: These types of weight loss pills used to contain a combination of ephedra and caffeine to raise energy expenditure (thermogenesis) while also reducing appetite. You’re probably aware that these pills were proven in some cases to be deadly, so ephedra was taken off the market. Stimulant pills now contain other ephedra-like substances, vitamins and caffeine. The idea is to increase energy and boost metabolism.
Fat Blockers: These pills inhibit the action of the enzyme lipase, which is responsible for breaking down fat during the digestion process. The goal is to prevent a percentage of the fat you’ve eaten from being absorbed into your system.
So we return to our burning question. Do the pills work? Here’s what the diet pill companies say:
“You’ll lose 30lbs in 30 days”
“Achieve rapid weight loss results”
“Burn calories and fat 24 hours a day”
“Fights fat and delivers rapid weight loss”
Those claims are amazing…too bad they are just that-claims. It’s so tempting to imagine that those benefits could be gained just by swallowing a pill. Tempting enough to make diet pills a multibillion dollar a year industry. Hmmm, makes you wonder that if that many diet pills have been taken then why don’t we all look like swim suit models yet?
While diet pills showcase a few star subjects, none of whom live on your block, the world is full of real people who have lost weight and improved their lives with exercise and healthy eating. Check out these proven benefits of exercise:
Increased Weight Loss
Strengthens Heart and Lungs
Improved Sleep Pattern
Increased Strength
Improved Coordination
Raised Self Esteem
Renewed Confidence
Feel Good Endorphins
Feel Younger Than Ever
Improved Mood
A pill may slightly increase your metabolic rate for a time or may suppress your appetite, and you may lose a few pounds. However, a pill alone cannot produce serious or permanent weight loss. A pill cannot deliver the same results as healthy nutrition and regular exercise.
And weight loss pills have been known to give the following side effects:
Raised blood pressure
Increased risk of heart attack
Cramping, gas and diarrhea
Constipation
Headaches
Dry Mouth
Insomnia
The bottom line is that true weight loss can’t be achieved by a pill.
If you really want to lose weight, if you’re looking for long term health benefits then look no farther than your sneakers. That’s right, lace them up and go for a jog. Then schedule a time to meet with me to schdule your free workout testdrive
Together we will turn you into a walking talking billboard for the benefits of exercise.
Kevin Hensel
Owner Fit-4-Life, Inc.
Cherry Hill, NJ
856-751-0033
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10.13.08
Posted in What's Up at 11:53 pm by Administrator
I just got back from Boston a few hours ago. I was attending an awesome fitness conference. I’m totally pumped about all of the new programs that I’m going to implement to guarantee your success. Of course I had a little time to have some fun in Beantown and try out some of their clam chowder (Sorry the photo is a little lame, but what can you expect from a phone camera). I’m glad to be back and get started implementing all of the new service options. I’ll be dropping a few hints shortly. You definitely want to hear about this. I’m taking Fit-4-Life to another level, hang on tight because you’re coming with me.
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