10 Steps To Help You Avoid Losing The Thrill

 If you're starting a new exercise program, you're probably very excited about it, which is great. But that excitement is going to wear off, at which point you'll begin to notice how much time and effort a workout plan really requires....

What's your excuse for not making it to the gym on a consistent basis? Locker room too smelly? Eye candy not sweet enough? Music volume making your ears bleed? Feeling intimidated by buff bodies crowding the free-weight area?

Most people start off strong with an exercise program, and then within a few weeks they've got an excuse for not being there. The majority of people will stop participating in a new workout program within the first 90 days which is why health clubs that are packed in January can seem virtually empty by March.

Don't become a statistic - read our 10 steps to help you avoid losing the thrill.

This article was provided by Garrett J. Braunreiter, CSCS, GHF's Success Coach.
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Mindset

By Doug Betts

After all my big talk about the most effective weight loss strategies, I’m going to completely pull a 180 and change gears. 

While I believe the most effective strategies are important, I believe it’s equally important to keep a long-range focus. It’s easy to get caught up in the trap of trying to drop as much weight as possible in as short amount of time as possible. There’s nothing wrong with this, in theory, but let’s not forget that it does no good to lose a bunch of weight only to gain it all back. 

Read An Effective Mindset at CFS Weight Loss Camp.

3 Easy Full-Body Exercises, 1 Piece of Equipment

If you are looking for one very efficient piece of exercise, look no further than the kettlebell. Kettlebell workouts are famous for burning fat by increasing lean muscle while building balance and grace. Plus it is an amazing stress-reliever that relieves tension in both the muscles and the mind. 

The exercises are simple, yet effective. Click Here to read the complete article.

The 12 Excuses of Christmas (or whatever holiday you like to celebrate!)

by Doug Betts and Pila Cadena

Just for fun, I decided to make a list of some of my favorite excuses for NOT sticking to you program over the holidays. 

Read at your own risk.  I would hate to think I've contributed to your festive delinquency!

Don't Sweat The Small Stuff

You can't take much more. It's a quarter to three on a Monday that's already involved you spilling hot coffee on your lap, running late for work, and a guilt trip from your mother about not coming home for the holidays. You need a quick pick-me-up to turn your mood around. What would really do the trick is a stop at the drive thru for a milkshake or a fresh order of hot fries.  OK, maybe even the month-old bag of probably-stale pretzels that's buried at the bottom of your desk drawer.

Sound familiar?

Stressing out can cause people to gain weight, according to a study appearing in the July 15th issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology.

Click here to read the rest of this article on our website at www.cfscamp.com.

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The Core Fitness Team

Not-So-Hidden Calories From Alcohol

Hoping to stave off weight gain in the coming weeks? You may want to hold off on the mulled wine and cocktails this holiday season, according to a new report that looked at the number of calories Americans get from alcoholic beverages.

See more: https://www.cfscamp.com/blog/2013/nov/not-so-hidden-calories-from-alcohol/

Article Source: -New York Times

15 Tips for Holiday Eating Without Weight Gain

Trying to survive the holiday season without increasing your waist-line? Read these 15 holiday eating tips that will help you avoid holiday weight gain and enjoy the season more while eating less.