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Contest Video: Primal Blueprint Bodyweight Exercises

October 2, 2009

As part of our ongoing Primal Blueprint Fitness Video Contest reader Pieter submitted his interpretation of Primal Blueprint bodyweight exercises (the current theme). He is in the running for a cash and prize package worth $400 and has a one in four shot of winning. If you’d like to be featured on Mark’s Daily Apple for a chance to win Primal gear read the Primal Blueprint contest details and submit your video (fitness or recipe), real life Primal story or Primal recipe soon!
Check back tomorrow for a Worker Bee culinary creation of a reader’s Primal recipe submitted as part of the Primal Blueprint Cookbook Contest (current theme: beef).
If you like what you’ve seen check out Pieter’s original video: A Primal Workout for Parents
Have a fantastic Primal weekend, everyone!
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Original post by Mark Sisson

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Why Going "Group" Can Be Good

October 2, 2009

Cardio Queen. That was my unofficial nickname at the gym.I would proudly pop on my I-pod, pull out my trashy magazine, and a big bottle of water (Nalgene of course…I care about the environment people) and stay on my cardio machine for the entirety of my gym session. I Pumped away on a variety of machines…I have a particular addiction to the elliptical….my foolish mind believed this was how I was going to acquire those six pack abs I had always dreamed of. These machines will make me super sexy sculpted girl, I will be on the next Shape Magazine….Oh how foolish I was….
Well I can’t afford a personal trainer…even after giving blood three times in one month for extra cash….word to the wise DO NOT recommend this and I have tried the free weights and strength machines on my own without much success. Either I got bored very easily […]

Original post by dasday@yahoo.com (Daisy Melo)

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CrossFit helping Kids to Beat the Streets and Improve their Health

October 1, 2009

Jose Henriquez is a tight-bodied point guard who grew up playing basketball on the dangerous streets of Camden City. He stands at 5’6” and weighs 160 pounds and is 18 years old. Just 2 years ago, he was 120 pounds. An intense fitness program he participates in at local workout facility Steve’s Club allowed him to gain 40 pounds of muscle, speed and agility on the basketball court. But more importantly—Steve’s Club has helped Jose to Beat the Streets. Steve’s Club is a non-profit organization giving young people from Camden the training, mentoring and coaching they need to be successful on the athletic field and in life.

“We are so grateful for CrossFit’s support,” said Steve Liberati, Executive Director and personal trainer at Steve’s Club, who services nearly 50 kids from Camden weekly. “Our mission is to provide a place for these kids to get away from it all. […]

Original post by slibs66@comcast.net (Steve Liberati)

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Building Muscle and Fasting

October 1, 2009

A quick good news / not so good news post today about building muscle and fasting.
The Good news – Research shows (once again) that even 72 hours of fasting (way longer than I recommend) does not change whole body protein turnover or measures of protein oxidation (you’re not losing muscle).
The not so good news news – The same research also shows that that massive doses of insulin and amino acids after a fast are no more anabolic then they are in the fed state. In other words fasting didn’t some how turn you into a muscle building monster.
Bottom line – Eat Stop Eat is supported by EVEN more research showing it’s a great way to lose fat without losing muscle! You’re not losing massive muscle when you are fasting and you are not building massive amounts of new muscle because you are coming out of a fast (there’s no magic […]

Original post by Brad Pilon

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Fit Kids Need Playgrounds

October 1, 2009

Fear of dangerous strangers is keeping our kids and teens from using their neighborhood playgrounds and parks.
Instead, they stay inside and play virtual table tennis on their Nintendo Wii.
It’s not the same thing.
Researchers in the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation at the University of Alberta, looked at perceived opportunities and barriers to physical activity in an inner-city neighbourhood in Edmonton.
Study data revealed three themes that influenced youngsters’ opportunities for physical activity, with positive and negative factors for each.The first theme identified was “neighbourhood characteristics.”
Positive neighborhood characteristics include “walkable” neighborhoods with plenty of parks and playgrounds and nearby amenities.
Negative neighborhood characteristics include perceived “stranger danger” fears related to drug users, bullies, prostitutes, gang members and fear of abduction deterred children and youth from visiting these places.
The second theme was “family involvement.”
Researchers found that while children and youth were rarely allowed out alone, involvement by a family member, for example, […]

Original post by DR

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How to Squat Properly

October 1, 2009

Judging from the reader response to last week’s post on that certain type of squatting, I’d bet that a number of you guys gave it a shot and left footprints on the toilet bowl. C’mon, don’t be shy. There’s nothing to be ashamed of. In fact, I gave what amounted to a sterling endorsement of the position in question, with the expectation that a fair amount of readers would actually take me up on it. So – did you? And if so, how did it go (into the bowl, I hope)? Any amazing stories, experiences, or pratfalls to relay? Share your experiences in the comment board.
But this post isn’t just about squatting to poop. It’s a primer on squatting in general. Whether it’s heavy barbell squats, the Indigenous People’s Stretch, the bodyweight squat, the resting Grok squat, or the evacuation squat, squatting is a fundamental movement that everyone (barring injury) […]

Original post by Mark Sisson

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Barefoot is Better: Get Rid of Your Running Shoes

October 1, 2009

What? Get rid of my athletic shoes? But how will I protect my fragile feet from pain and injury? Easy – by realizing the idea that we “need” shoes to keep our feet safe and avoid injury while working out is a mythology foisted upon us by the marketing executives of athletic shoe companies. It’s a mythology that has become Conventional Wisdom; “everyone knows” that shoes protect us from sprained ankles, joint problems, and the impact of running. Bare feet are outlawed in gyms, and the first bit of advice a fledgling runner gets is “Spend the money for a good pair of running shoes.”
The entire concept rests on the assumption that humans are inherently flawed, that somewhere along the way evolution got it wrong and gave us feet that aren’t built to withstand exercise. Shoe companies have gotten rich exploiting this, and even orthopedists have joined in. I […]

Original post by mark@marksdailyapple.com (Mark Sisson)

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Magazine Article

October 1, 2009

No doubt, the six-meal-a-day-approach so prevalent among fitness professionals and recreational trainees alike can interfere with social life and work. It’s sad considering it doesn’t have to be that way. Indeed we ourselves are the creators of all of our troubles and compulsions. But it certainly doesn’t help when we are constantly showered with messages concerning the dire consequences of not eating every two to three hours. Nonsense and make believe.
But there is hope. I’m working with an ever increasing amount of competitors who are fed up with the old dogma and time-consuming behavior that tends to come with the territory. It’s good to see and experience that more people in this industry are starting to open up their eyes. Role models are needed to create change on a greater scale.
Here’s an article about one of my clients. I’ve translated some parts of it.

“…this summer I adopted an […]

Original post by noreply@blogger.com (Martin Berkhan)

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Fight Results For The AFL VII In Elizabeth City Are In!

September 30, 2009

Alright, what a great event we had on Saturday!
Again, packed house – people that came in late were watching the fight standing, because all of the seats were taken.
The National Guard Armory held well over 500 people, and there was no disappointment that evening.
We had amazing fights, including Billy’s and Gina’s, who both fought tremendously well.
Since I couldnt find the official results, I’m just going to post the videos here. Enjoy!
Jonathan Thomas VS Jason Ramos

Zed Mitchel VS Josh Mundem The best fight of the night!

Jamie Pickett VS Kelly Wilkins

Nick Morrison VS David Griffin

Christian Brunnetti vs Jason Salvo

Billy Frezza vs Stephen Henkel

Gina Elko vs Ashley Nee (the longest battle of the night – Ashley won by a tough split decision)

The last fight of the night, Wayne Hunter VS Mike Kellar, was withdrawn from YouTube due to copyright issues. It is beyond me to explain how a $300,000 UFC fight can be […]

Original post by knuckleup

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Latest kettlebell news – Optimal Life Fitness Group Blog – Kettlebells, Olympic Lifting and …

September 30, 2009

I hope you’ve been enjoying my posts lately. I thought I might do something different today and rustle up a few bits of info from around the WWW. These are some of the news items and blog posts that have been popular over the last few weeks. Leave me your thoughts.
Optimal Life Fitness Group Blog – Kettlebells, Olympic Lifting and …
Optimal Life Fitness, for Health, Fitness and a New Lifestyle Outdoors.
Killsport Kettlebell Training: Monday 9/21/09
If this 1 doesnt kill you… Do repetitions of 30-20-10. circuit style for time 1. kettlebell snatch xR/L 2. burpee/pushups 3. kettlebell pull/catch/squat 4. kettlebell double jerks 5. pullups 6. lunges x R/L 7. kettlebell swings 8. situps.
Rusty Kettlebell from Ukraine – Dragon Door Forums
Hello comrades, Yesterday I just got a kettlebell from Ukraine, that my mother in law brought me from there. This 18 kg bell seems it went through.
Hope you enjoy the read […]

Original post by dominic Paris

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Warrior Fit Testimonials

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