"Goo goo over Lady Gaga: Your Favorite Celebrity's Training Program"

Pop star icon Lady Gaga is admired by many across the globe for her music, talent and having a great body. Working with celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak, together they have been able to design a program that builds up her stamina for stage performance and cardio fat burning results.

Harley, the writer of “the 5 factor workout” has achieved success with celebrity clients with his 5-Factor diet and fitness plans. By incorporated Harley 5 factor methods which consists in barbell dumbbell combination weights, jogging, jumping rope and a circuit training routine. Gaga has been able to burn those calories and prepares her for onstage performances.

So according to www.squidoo.com/lady_gaga_workout let’s take a peek into Lady Gaga circuit training routine:


Workout Routine
- Warm up - Jogging for 5 minutes

Circuit
- DB back Rows - which train your upper back and posture muscles,

- DB deadlifts - which target your hamstrings, thighs and butt

- Sides bends - which work your love handles and obliques.

* All 3 exercise as a circuit, three times for 25 reps each set

Cardio
- Skipping Rope - 5 minutes

The last part of Lady Gaga’s routine is the most important, Eating healthy. I personally believe that your diet is 75 to 80 percent of your fitness and health routine.

Stay focus and workout to achieve that look you want just as your favorite celebrity does.

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"American Idol to Fitness Idol: Your Favorite Celebrity's Training Program"

How did she do it? All of America is wondering how Jennifer Hudson became a fitness icon. Hard work!!! Nothing more, nothing less. She worked her butt off - no pun intend. Her focus and determination has been an inspiration to all, men and women alike.

So, you understand the right mindset is crucial but how did she do it? Proper diet and exercise routine.

According to Hollywoodlife.com, Jennifer worked with Celebrity Trainer Harley Pasternak. She designed a 25-minute circuit training regimen that included cardio, lunges, shoulder presses, and ab exercises five days a week. Jennifer worked her way up to 50 minutes and an additional 25 minutes of cardio.

For 2012, Jennifer has a new redesign program as reported on Dr. Oz. She still has a circuit routine, which I love. Her routine is short, sweet and simple. Yet, it targets her upper and lower body, core and cardio. Let’s take a peek:

Workout Routine

• 1. Sit-ups
• 2. Push-ups
• 3. Squats

“PERFORM 25 REPS OF EACH EXERCISE BACK TO BACK AND REST FOR 1 MINUTE. COMPLETE THE CIRCUIT 4 TIMES.”

Cardio Routine

• 1. Jump rop

“25 MINUTES STRAIGHT OR FOR BEGINNERS 5 SETS OF 5 MINUTE ROUNDS”

First, I would like to thank Jennifer for continuing to motivate all of us by  leading a healthy and fit lifestyle. Her inspiration will undoubtedly encourage others to strive to achieve and accomplish their goals for many years to come.

So jump on board and become an “American Fitness Idol!”

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"CEO Of Your Body, One Day At A Time"

We all have goals in life. Some are to become CEO, some are to be married and some are to travel the world. Yet these goals have to start from somewhere. We don’t just wake up in the morning operating our own business. We don’t walk into to Starbuck, met someone and get married that next day. All these things take time to build and we have to work hard to accomplish them. Your approach to fitness and health should be the same.

“One day at a time”, this is how you should approach your long term goal, by setting short term goals. Too many people stress themselves when it comes to their fitness goals. Expecting to lose 20 pounds, shedding 4 inches off their waist, and having a 6 pack all in 3 weeks, sorry to tell you, that’s not happening. Love your ambition but that isn’t reality. The key for any type of success comes from setting short term goals. This has been proven model in all facets of life. Now check-out these few tip by 2daybefit to help facilitate your goals.

Short Term Goal: 2daybefit style

- add an extra cardio day
- reducing fat and sugar intake, eating a balanced diet and vegetable intake
- drinking an extra glass of water
- set workout goals (this week you did 25 sit-ups next time make it 30)
- losing 1 pounds per week
- stretch everyday
- go to the gym an extra day (instead of 2 make it 3)

Short term goals help set the trend for long-term weight-loss, fitness and overall health. Focusing more on what you can achieve per week will keep you motivate and drive you to set a more short term goal. In no time you have become the CEO of your body.

Fav Food Gone Healthy: Part 2

We’re back with another edition of “Fav Food Gone Healthy” by 2daybefit, LLC. Last week, we enjoyed ourselves to a wonder Chicken Stir-Fry. This week we are going to move to the sea. Most of you will be relaxing on the beach this scorching hot weekend. So let’s have a meal that’s lighter and will still have an enjoyable taste. Remember, you've made the commitment to lead a healthier lifestyle - a regular workout schedule, a tight meal plan, even drinking less.  

Ok, let’s get down to it. By the way, we’re still not eating at Sal's Eatery or Pedro's Picnic Place. I know you're still missing that greasy Cheeseburger and Fried Chicken.  But, I don’t want you to feel guilt for going to Ronnie’s Burger Shake or Mattox Chicken Hut. So, let’s make those favorite meals healthier. I'm talking half the fat and calories!

This Friday's "Favorite Food Gone Healthy" :

Mahi Mahi Kabobs

You'll Need:
Wood skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes
2 Mahi Mahi filet
2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
1 tbsp of dried thyme
Juice of a lemon
Half red onion
1 Yellow bell pepper
Cubed pineapple

You will:
- Cube the fish and veggies and season them with the lemon juice, EVOO and thyme;
- Then skewer the fish veggies and pineapple alternating;
- Cook on a grill or skillet on medium heat for 7 minutes on each side;
- Serve over spinach or lettuce and enjoy!

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"Eat On The Run"

I hear the same complaints from every client and every friend I have that’s on a set meal plan. “I don’t have the time to eat that many times in a day” or “I’m too busy to eat 5 to 6 times a day.” STOP!!! Please stop with all of the excuses, if you want something bad enough you will find time to do it. You have time to walk around in the mall shopping for a new pair of shoes or go get your hair or your nails done. You have time to sit at the bar to watch the game. So don’t give me those excuses. MAKE TIME!!!

I notice when people want something bad enough, they make time for it. When you like that guy or girl, no matter how busy you are, you always make time and put in the effort to spend time with that person. You need to treat yourself the same way - make time to plan out your meal plan.

Here are a few tips that we have adapt at 2daybefit :

• Prepare Ahead: Cook your meals for the next day or the next few days. This is most effective on a Sunday.

• Protein shakes/Meal replacements: Easy to prepare and easy to pack. This is a great way to get in that in-between meal at work or at the mall

• Quick and Easy: Can tuna/chicken, Peanut butter and Raw vegetables. These are a few meals that does not need a microwave or have to be prepared

I hope these tips will help you to achieve your goals. Don’t forget “If you want it bad enough, you will do it.” So stop complaining and “Do it.”

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Hump Day Fitness Challenge: Part 2

In last week’s Hump Day Fitness Challenge, 2daybefit, LLC challenged you to do Push-ups and Sit-ups everyday for a week during the commercial breaks of your favorite show. The response was WEAK, so let’s keep it moving to this week’s challenge.

Most gym goers love to hit the weights and do all of the aerobic classes. But, sometimes that just isn’t enough. Sometimes we need go that extra mile in order to see results.

Now, it’s that time again to unwrap this week fitness challenge.

This week: 30 minute cardio post workout.   Yes, I know you hate it, but it has to be done. Cardio is one of the most important phases of training. Cardio will not only help burn those extra unwanted pounds but there are many other benefits to doing cardio including:

- Cardiovascular health

- Metabolism increase

- Recovery aide

Challenge yourself by staying an extra 30 minutes to achieve the health and look you want. For those who have been doing cardio, increase your time by 10 minutes in order to push yourself.

Pain is weakness leaving the body or, in this, fat. So jump up on that cardio deck and bang out the cardio exercise of your choice.  Keep track of the days as well as durations and email us with your results at the end of this week’s challenge to info@2daybefit.com.

Don’t forget, if there’s any particular area you want to focus on feel free to ask us and we will feature it in our Hump Day Fitness Challenge Blog.

Get down and get fit 2day with the Hump Day Challenge!

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H2Oh!

Thirsty?

If you find yourself feeling parched, it’s because you need water.  Too often I see you guys out there with your 1 liter bottle and when I ask, how much water do you drink, it’s always the same answer: “This is my water for the day.”

Really? That’s all? But yet, you wonder why your ankles are the size of water balloons. Yup, you only have yourself to blame for those cankles. It ain’t the humidity. It’s because you are not hydrating your body well enough.

Women typically retain more water than men due to hormonal factors and gulping down H2O will facilitate the reduction of water retention.

Men, your bodies need it, too and how much you need depends on several factors to include: the state of your health, your activity level and where you live.  On average, men should consume roughly 3 liters of water a day and women, 2.5 liters. If you live in the desert or somewhere tropical you should consume more.  

Water doesn’t just quench your thirst. It is the basis of all chemical reactions in our body - including metabolic ones. Water also cleanses every nook and cranny of our bodies ridding it of toxins that add to weight gain and illnesses.  In addition, we burn calories cooling the cold water we drink.  I see you throwing a few extra ice cubes in that glass.

Up your water game with these few tips:
- Drink a tall glass of water upon waking up in the morning
- Drink water with every meal and snack
- Sip water while watching TV, working and commuting
- Add lemon, cucumber and strawberry slices
- If you’re on the go add crystal light (My favorite)

Drink up!

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Pay attention and listen

Men, some of us struggle with this, listening to our woman. She’s always telling us that we don’t pay attention and we never listen. But ladies,  we have an excuse, we don’t even listen to our own body’s. The funny thing is that this applies to women as well. So HA.

I’ll be the first to tell you if you’re hungry eat, It’s better to eat something than to starve your body. This methodology is the same for training. To many of us train when our body is telling us to “STOP”. Believe it or not, it’s ok to miss a day from the gym to rest. Fighting through can and will cause injuries. I’ve witness to many people over train and get hurt. Yes, you can over train. Don’t be macho, you have nothing to prove. Training is for you and you only.

If you’re not feeling up to it, take a day, two, or even three, hell take a whole week off. This will rejuvenate you. During this time, treat your lady to dinner and a workout at home, if you know what I mean. Once you master listening to your body, you will feel and perform better.

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Control

Janet Jackson said it best:  “Got my own mind, I wanna make my own decision when it has to do with my life, my life. I wanna be the one in control.”

YES!!! You’re the one in control of the way you live, the way you feel and the way you look. Don’t just give the keys to your life to your trainer. He’s supposed to be outside the car using hand gestures to guide you into the space you want. Take advantage of his knowledge and guidance to help you reach your goals. At the end of the day, you are accountable for how hard you actually worked, how you nourished your body and how much rest you got.

Far too many of us want to place blame solely on genetics, their environment, stress and medications. They all play some part...if you let them.  When it’s raining outside, you drive slower to avoid an accident. You can’t control the weather, but you can control your chances of getting to work safely by driving slower, turning down the music to be more aware, taking a less traveled road, etc.  

Your trainer can suggest ways to better plan your workouts, meals and bedtime routine so that all those excuses just become old excuses that you don’t let control you and get in the way of a sexier and healthier body.

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24 - 1

24 - 1 is not the score of the Nets’ losing in the first quarter.  

Yeah, I’m sure I just confuse 98% of you guys with this title, so I guess you’re just going to have to read this blog to know what i’m talking about. 24 - 1, for those who train, your in the gym give or take an hour and for those who don’t train “Get-up, get-out and do something”. With that being said, you have 23 hours to mess up that hard, intense, grueling hour you just put in. I can hear some of you now “I hate the @#$% gym”. Fitness is a lifestyle change, you sought out to have physical, internal and mental change for the good of you. So why go screw it up before or after the painful hour in the gym.

Realize what you eat and drink will affect your performance the next day. Staying up late watching HBO and SportsCenter is not helping you get the proper rest your body needs to recoup and grow. So tell me, how does it feel to know you just burn 1000 calories with weight training, cardio training and self myofascial release work. Now you're set to indulge in 1200 calories with 5 hours of sleep. Calories in calories out. Simple equation and that’s not adding up for you. The one who’s working hard to accomplish their fitness goals.

Be conscience of what you do after the gym. Know this, what ever you put into your mouth will affect you in a positive or negative way. Also, get the proper amount of rest so you can feel fresh and be ready to attack the world the next day.

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Stressed out over adipose

You’ve been trying to lose weight for weeks now and haven’t dropped a single pound. Cursing your trainer, telling him he doesn’t know what the hell he’s doing. Calling your friends crying over the 10 pounds that you have been trying to lose over the past month, but you haven’t dropped a single ounce. It’s not their fault. You didn’t call them crying when you were eating that cheeseburger the other day. You had control then and you have control now. So stop stressing over it.

Why haven’t you lose weight? Because of the stress. Check this out, stress produces cortisol and cortisol has been link to storing abdominal adipose (Belly Fat). So if your goal is to have a body like Peter Griffin, Rosie O’donnell, or your fat beer drinking uncle Steve. Keep the stress up. But if you are seriously trying to slim your waist and rip those abs. STOP STRESSING!!!

If you believe in the air you breath, well have a little faith in yourself and in your trainer. Allow him to point you in the right direction, as you take control over your own destiny.  Continue to workout hard and erase the stress in your life, and you will be on your way to reaching your goal.

Less stress, more rest

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"Hey Kool-Aid!" when you're all grown up

Thoroughly enjoying that cosmo, mojito or daiquiri can bring you back to when your parents let you have a can of soda, Capri Sun or a cold, tall glass of Kool-Aid.  It was an occasional treat and, now that you’re all grown up, that’s exactly how you should consume adult beverages.

I mean, what’s more important to you? 6-pack abs or 6-pack Mike’s Hard Lemonade.

Sure, it’s tasty but always remember, we’re all a B.O.O. (Body of One) and it takes some of us a full 24 hours or more to metabolize a single drink!  That heavenly sugar in those colorful drinks turns into FAT once it enters your system.  Hit the gym hard a day after sipping a Long Island Iced Tea and you’ll only be breaking down that L.I.T. instead of those love handles.  Sucks to know you’re giving it all you’ve got but not making any headway.

By no means am I telling you to never have a drink again.  I, myself, take great pleasure in having dinner out with friends with a glass of wine.  What I’m encouraging here is moderation and to be very mindful of the amount and frequency of your Happy Hours.

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It's not water weight, It's FAT

“Big Boned” used to be the number one excuse for extra padding on the body. Nowadays folks like to chalk it up to “water weight.”  

Reality check. You haven’t stepped foot in a gym in weeks, months or maybe even years. Still, you stand by the delusion of good ol’ fashion water weight.  Well, I’m here to tell you, with love, you need to lose fat. The first, and toughest, step is recognizing you need to hit the gym, work with a personal trainer or even head to the high school track for a few laps.  

It’s crucial to be focused on burning some calories and building muscle instead of “shedding water weight” when in fact you need to up your water intake but, that’s a story for another day.

But, hey, the proof is in the pudding, right?  Don’t take my word for it. Get up and get out to burn calories and lose that fat.

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