Reasons to do Calisthenics Exercises & Bodyweight Workouts
Inside Issue #57:
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The Best Fat Loss Nutrition
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12 Reasons to Do Bodyweight Training
Discover how to put your nutrition to work for you, so that you lose fat and gain muscle in less workout time than ever before.
Q: How do I modify your nutrition plan for a woman? Do I just do the math based on the lower weight?
Answer:
Thanks for the question.
That is correct. We just do the calculations to get the correct calorie amount for any body weight, and then plan the meals from there. That is relatively accurate for someone that has close to average body fat levels.
I have just finished a brand new TT Nutrition report for women that you get free when you order TT for Women or TT for Fat Loss. Both reports include afree bonuses, including a proven nutrition program that one TT client used to lose fat while improving her 5k race time.
I also recommend that every client uses www.fitday.com to track their food intake, so that I can review it and make sure that they are on track. It is easy to see someone's eating mistakes when we look at their daily food intake.
Q: Do I HAVE to eat 6 small meals? How about 4? I'm concerned about the six small meals thing. If I am eating my appropriate caloric intake and following both my dietary restrictions and exercise program, isn't that enough?
Answer:
6 meals are better than 4, and for most people, I recommend 8. You will see better results if you eat more meals. Both science and experience support that.
In your case, since you were only eating 2 big meals per day, we will only jump to 6 for now. That will give you amazing results if you can break down your food intake into 6 small meals.
NOTE: Sometimes a "meal" is just a protein shake and some almonds.
Q: What Protein bar is the healthiest?
Answer:
The one with the least sugar and least amount of "fake carbohydrates". But I'm not a huge fan of protein bars. I'd rather that you have a protein shake + an apple or another fibrous fruit. Or even 1/2 ounce almonds. And ideally, the more real food sources of lean protein that you can eat, the better.
"Craig, thanks to the TT Nutrition guidelines, I woke up the next morning and already saw improvement in my whole body! Unbelievable. I can hardly wait to see my physique after 2 weeks of Turbulence Training. All in all I feel lighter and tighter. I am totally energized and at the same time I take care of my junk cravings with shakes and almonds. "
Arthur Capone, Bartender & Author, NYC, using the TT for Fat Loss manual
"Just wanted to let you know how much I am loving this program. I'll be honest, I had my doubts in the beginning. I've always done split programs in the past with isolation exercises. So this is totally different. I wanted a change, and I wanted to see how my body would react, and I can tell you already, after only 2 weeks, I can tell things are changing. I can already begin to see more defintion in the arms. My triceps are coming back..yay! I'm feeling stronger and I've lost 1% bodyfat. I'll probably take pics again after 4 weeks have been completed so I'll be able to see how things are looking. Feeling great though!"
Tracy Baschke, using the
2 - 12 Reasons to Use Body Weight Training
1. There is nothing like bodyweight exercises to boost confidence, motivation, and improve your athleticism.
2. Bodyweight workouts can be done anywhere - no equipment needed.
3. Improves your strength and gives you bragging rights for chin-up and push-up challenges.
4. Bodyweight exercises increase strength, endurance and flexibility in your entire body.
5. Bodyweight strength training and interval training help burn fat fast.
6. Helps improve strength in the back of the body - an area totally neglected in most weight programs.
7. A full body workout in 30 minutes or less. It all depends on how fast you want to move through the workout.
8. Great for men and women.
9. You can enjoy the last few weeks of the summer, training outside.
10. Calisthenics are great if you are in jail. (Of course, I don't think any TT members are actually in jail!)
11. As one client said, "This allows a change from the free weight workout and also can be used as a convenience for those traveling or maybe have not purchased a set of weights or machine for home to get an excellent workout."
12. And as another client said, "I think a bodyweight TT workout would be a great idea especially for when people travel. I don't know about most folks but I just don't have the time or desire to try to find a gym while I'm vacation or traveling for business. I use bands and bodyweight exercises in my hotel room. Since most hotels seem to have a treadmill, I use that for cardio or interval workouts. So, a bodyweight TT program would be totally portable and leave no room for excuses."
Looking forward to helping you reach your goals with Turbulence Training.
Sincerely,
Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, M.Sc.
Men's Fitness Training Adviser
President
CB Athletic Consulting, Inc.
The information on TurbulenceTraining.com is for education purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not intended to replace the advice or attention of health-care professionals. Consult your physician before beginning or making changes in your diet or exercise program, for diagnosis and treatment of illness and injuries, and for advice regarding medications. Do not make use of any of the information in this newsletter unless you are in good health or you have first reviewed them with and received approval from your personal physician.
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