January 2013 Max Sports & Fitness Magazine

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HEALTH
your best shape ever!
18 Thyroid & Metabolism

If you have unexplained weight gain, the answer could lie with your thyroid. Find out more about this important gland and how it affects your metabolism.
28 Believe It
How to conceive, believe and achieve your weight-loss goals.
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30 Snow Fun
Seven locations where you can get your winter on!
COVER
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36 12-Week Transformation
See how this young man lost more than 80 pounds in 12 weeks and now is helping others get in phenomenal shape through Max Muscle.
24 Best Body Ever

Cover model Allen Elliott shares valuable tips to help you reach your tness and weight loss goals in 12 weeks.
FITNESS
26 Arm Blaster
Check out the rst of three workouts over the next few months to help you get in
IMAGE
38 Perfectly Purple
If you love purple, you'll love these fun beauty nds!
40 Beard Care
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54 Rustic Comfort
Enjoy this recipe for wild mushroom risotto!
42 Year-Round Beauty
From meditation to skin care to choosing the right bathing suit for your body type, here are monthly tips to keep you beautiful all year long!
CUTTING EDGE
56 Blast Fat
Max Muscle Sports Nutrition's wildly popular fat-churning Emerge can help you in your ght against fat!
NUTRITION
46 Eating on the Run

Just because you have to travel for work doesn't mean you can't eat healthy. Here's how.
COLUMNS
50 Fat-Sizzling Foods
From lean meats to whole grains and chili peppers, here are seven foods that ght fat naturally!
34 Max Champ 60 Ask Dr. Harvey
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EDITOR'SNOTE
WHEN photographer James Patrick (who has shot many covers and features for MS&F over the past two years) approached me with the idea to do a cover model search at the Fitness Model International convention in Newport Beach this past October, I was immediately on board. We had several candidates turn out for the audition and narrowing it down to one choice was probably one of the hardest things I've ever done. I relied heavily on James and his team's thoughts and considerations as well. In the end, we decided on one winner: Allen Elliott. I can't even begin to tell you what a great choice Allen has been. Not only is this young man dedicated, upbeat and hardworking, but he did above and beyond the call of duty for the cover and workout shoots and he contributed articles relevant to our January issue to help readers get in the best shape of their lives! Please read his article on pages 24-25 and get inspired to achieve your best body ever in three months! Other articles in this issue will help you on your journey. Consider Maria Kang's mentally t article on how to conceive, believe and achieve your goals (pg. 28) or 2012 MaxForm Life Challenge Champion Amanda Freeseman's column on tips to help you become the next MaxForm champion (pg. 34). Not sure what to eat to get the most out of weight loss? Check out the article on seven fat-sizzling foods on pgs. 50-52. And if you're thinking there's no way you can join the MaxForm contest or stick to a nutrition plan because you travel too much for work, think again. Experts provide plenty of guidance and solutions on pgs. 46-48. Lastly, when you need more than dieting and fat-burning foods, nd out how Max Muscle's wildly popular weight-loss product, Emerge, has customers raving about how this delicioustasting product is helping them lean down like never before (pgs. 56-57). For fun, we have included an article on seven winter destinations (pgs. 30-32) where you can enjoy everything from heli-skiing to snowshoeing and ice skating. So, go burn some calories out on those slopes and enjoy winter! Happy 2013, everyone! Make it a great year! Until next time,
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PRESIDENT'SPOInt
I can't belIeve I'm
writing my editorial for the start of a new year. If youre reading this, that means we all survived the end of the world and the Mayans were wrong. Thats great news! And better news is that our best selling weight-loss drink, Emerge, has two great new avors expected to arrive this month just in time for diet and weight loss season! New Blossom White Tea and Minty Mojito are coming soon and the initial feedback already is that these are two of the best avors Max Muscle has ever done! To top that off, Emerge is on special all month long; when you buy the rst one, you get the second one 50 percent off! This is a great way to take advantage of some special savings and try any of the 12 great avors of Emerge at half the price! To help our awesome customers get motivated and achieve their New Years Resolutions, weve brought the MaxForm Life Challenge back for 2013 and are awarding the best body transformation with $25K in cash! In addition to the money and great new body, theres a lot of recognition and publicity that comes along with it. If you havent already seen it, the current MaxForm Life Challenge Champion, Amanda Freeseman, is featured prominently in the new issue of Fitness Rx Women. Shes in a 3-page pullout poster inside the magazine that goes through her entire workout and diet routine. She is also appearing on Fitness Rx Womens website in a series of videos where she talks about her training, diet and supplementation. You can check it out at FitnessRxWomen.com. She's also going to be featured in an upcoming issue of Muscle & Fitness Hers with a full page editorial write-up on her amazing MaxFormation! We're so proud of you, Amanda! While youre surng the web, be sure to check out the newly designed MaxMuscle.com. Weve updated the site with a brand-new slicker look, making it easier to navigate and nd the information thats important to you. The same goes for our monthly e-newsletter, so if you arent currently getting it and you want to get even more specials and the latest product announcements and info about the company before everyone else, then sign up for the e-newsletter when youre on MaxMuscle.com. Weve got some exciting things planned for this upcoming year with innovative new products being developed, Max Muscle stores being reformatted and the Customized Max Muscle Nutrition Plan getting an overhaul. Thanks to all of you who helped make 2012 a great year for Max Muscle and heres to 2013 and Max Muscles best year yet!
Publisher Joe Wells Enterprises, Inc. Executive Editor Sean Greene Editor-in-Chief/Creative Director LaRue Novick Proofreader Tariq Ahmad advisory Board
Rand McClain, DO; Ron Higuera, DC, MS, ART; Robert Goldman, DO, PhD; Gary Brazina, MD, FACS; Charles Poliquin, BS, MS; Phil Harvey, PhD, RD, FACN
Contributing Writers
Lisa Maiorana, Joe Wells, Amanda Freeseman, Linda Hepler, Abby Hoeffner, Susan Irby, Kimberly Miller, Jennifer Cho Salaff, Jennifer Lee, Lisa Moretti, Jessica Wyland, Allen Elliott, Dr. Phil Harvey
Contributing Photographers
James Patrick, Frank Fontanilla, J. Robert Williams, Walt Ostarly, Mike Byerly James Allen Photography, Susan Irby
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Max Sports & Fitness Magazine is published monthly by Joe Wells Enterprises, Inc. and may not be reproduced without express written permission, all rights reserved. No liability is assumed by Joe Wells Enterprises, Inc. or Max Muscle regarding any content in this publication. It is vital that before implementing any diet or exercise routines, you must rst consult with a qualied physician. Max Muscle is not responsible for advertiser claims. Joe Wells Enterprises, Inc. and Max Muscle do not promote or endorse the use of steroids or other illegal substances. For more information concerning diet and nutrition, recalled products, steroids and other related products and issues, please visit the Federal Food and Drug Administrations Web site at www.fda.gov. We reserve the right to refuse advertising without explanation.
Sean Greene is President of Max Muscle and the Executive Editor of MS&F.
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AMANDA BEFORE 219 lbs. 34% body fat Dress Size 18
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I was so busy with work, family and trying to just keep up with everyone around me that I let myself go, and I gained 20 lbs. so fast I didn't even notice! What I needed was something to just help me break down that wall to get me started and help to build the momentum I needed to achieve the healthy and fit body I so desperately wanted back! EMERGE is exactly what I needed to help stop my bad eating habits, and keep my energy levels up. I didn't feel weird or jumpy, so EMERGE was my daily go to partner in my battle to fight off the extra pounds! I lost 20lbs and competed in my 1st Bikini competition. EMERGE was the extra boost to keep me motivated and achieve the results I wanted. Now I am so much happier in my own skin! Thanks to EMERGE I am back on track!
Jennifer Stevens, 29 Years Old Clayton, CA
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Max Muscles EMERGE was definitely a game changer in my fitness routine. Now every day for me starts with EMERGE, the appetite suppressant keeps me focused on my planned breakfast, the healthiest option, and reduces any cravings for the foods that I know I dont need to have during the day. There is no better jump start to get me through my morning cardio. I call EMERGE my ally to reach my fitness goals. Im doing the work any way and EMERGE keeps me on track with the energy level and fat burn that I need!
Erica Cobb, 31 Years Old Denver, CO
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I started taking EMERGE in March. My fitness coach recommended EMERGE to me. Since that day forward I've been hooked. Not only does it suppress my appetite but it also enhances my energy level and mood. I recommend EMERGE to anyone that is looking for a jump start to their weight loss.
Jessica Cisneros, 23 Years Old Antioch, CA
BEFORE
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Since starting EMERGE just 3 1/2 months ago, I have blasted away 6% body fat, been able to shed 4 inches off my hips, 2 inches off my thighs and just over 2 inches off my waist. It's hard to find a workout product that will aid in safe weight loss, and taste amazing. EMERGE has easily become my go-to workout product.
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Joan Bohrer, 47 Years Old Sacramento, CA
BEFORE
I wanted to make a definite lifestyle change and needed something to spark that change. With the help of my Certified Nutrition Coach and EMERGE, I was able to lose 120 lbs. and check a major goal off of my bucket list by competing on a figure stage in Folsom, CA. To think on the first day of my journey, I could barely do 15 minutes on a treadmill! Hard work, dedication and consistency has been the ticket. If we treat our body well, it wil treat us well. I am 47 and in better health than I have ever been. EMERGE has been a wonderful staple in my program for success.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Lisa Moretti took the leap of faith
and left her oh-so-glamorous (NOT!) career as a TV producer to do what she loves: write about health, tness, natural remedies, travel, food and dogs sometimes all at once! Six years in and its working out pretty well, but she cautions that hitting the reset button on life is not for the faint of heart. She is known as the Martha Stewart of dogs and her dogs are quite sure she is the best dog chef in the world.
James Patrick earned his bachelors in journalism from the University of Arizona and has been a contributing photographer and writer for multiple tness publications throughout the United States, Canada and internationally. He has received multiple ADDY Awards from the American Advertising Federation for color photography. His photography work and regular writings appear on his website at JamesPatrick.com.
Jennifer Cho Salaff is an award-
winning journalist who has covered the arts, food, fashion, tness and parenting. She attended Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism and is passionate about bringing awareness to places she has visited around the world most recently being Africa. Jennifer muses about motherhood, career and nding balance in between on her blog, JenniferChoSalaff.blogspot.com.
Kimberly Miller, MS, is a commercial and tness talent, writer, stylist, runner and a mom. It was during her graduate work that her passion for writing developed; she currently contributes to a variety of publications as well as serves as a featured tness blogger for the Arizona Republic Newspaper. She seeks to empower and inspire others to live a healthy and balanced life. Visit KimMillerStyle.com.
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FEEDBACKBUZZ
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HAVING FUN AT THE MUD RUN

Here are some pictures from the Merrell Down & Dirty Mud Run in Sacramento that we participated in with some of our customers on October 28th. There were 12 of us who ran the 10K course, two who ran the 5K course and two kids who did the kids 1-mile adventure run. We plan on doing this Mud Run next year and hope to have even more of us on Team Max Muscle Placerville.
Jon and Desirae Meyer, Max Muscle Placerville, CA
Omar Rubio, 5, of Stockton reppin' Max Muscle gear! Omar's dad is a long time customer.
Mark Sarale, MM NorCal Regional Director
Take your picture with a copy of MS&F or your favorite Max Muscle product(s) and email it to the editor at editor@maxmuscle.com for a chance to be featured in an upcoming issue!
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FROM COMPETING AGAINST EACH OTHER TO COMPETING WITH EACH OTHER
Here is a picture of some of our local 2012 MaxForm contestants. They have made friends and have been doing events together as a team since the contest ended. Their shirts sport the TEAM MAX logo on the back. Live Uncommon is a local group that recognizes living a balanced life and giving back to the community. Pictured left to right: Jasmine Ford, Jennifer Collins, Mark Dann, Angie Nipper and Duane Franzen.
Scott and Karen Herkes, Max Muscle franchisees, Bettendorf, Iowa and Moline, Illinois
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I used Max Muscle's Carbo Max, Glutamine and creatine supplements as part of my 6-month transformation and read every issue of Max Sports & Fitness during my cardio sessions, sometimes at 1:30 a.m. T two he gyms I attend always have your mags handy. T for the inspiration! hanks
Photo by Walt Ostarly
FACEBOOK SPOTLIGHT
Jessica A. Shaeffer, Spokane, Washington via response to Facebook posting
Photo by Mike Byerly
Maria Kang knows what a tough job being a mom working a full-time job and maintaining a t physique is all about. Find out more about this awesome mom in our upcoming issue dedicated to mothers across America!
My Tummy Trimming Secret
After being pregnant, I needed to get rid of the excess water in my body and boost my metabolism. With Max Muscle's Cleanse & Lean, I lost 10 pounds of unwanted waste and water within the rst two weeks. This product helps me work harder during my workouts because I don't feel overly full in my stomach and with getting rid of the excess, I feel more energized during my training sessions. I have been using Cleanse & Lean for over a year now with my daily supplementation and after three children, birthed in 2007, 2009 and 2010, my stomach is at and toned and my body digests food for energy way better than before.
Shay Zamora, 28, Brisbane, California, via email
TALK TO US
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ATTENTION MEN 2TX-A NATURAL SOLUTION THAT REALLY WORKS! ENTION
DUANE FRANZEN, 39 YEARS OLD

Most of us have heard of Low-T and the negative effects that it can have on men. What most men don't realize is that testosterone doesn't just start declining once you reach your forties and fifties. Several cases have shown that men as early as their late twenties and early thirties experience low testosterone levels. This was the case for Duane Franzen of Cordova, Illinois. For 10 years, Franzen's testosterone levels had been decreasing, causing him reduced energy levels, lower self-esteem and less stamina which overtime lead to muscle loss and fat gain. He was officially diagnosed with Low T in June 2011. When I found out, I wanted to hide it from the world out of shame, he admits. Duane fought this unknown demon every way he could. He had ballooned to 245 pounds with 36 percent body fat. After he was diagnosed, he was prescribed 50,000 IU of vitamin D per week to treat depression and was placed on Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT). These remedies only made a minor improvement with his condition. Then in October 2011, Duane's life was forever changed when he was introduced to Max Muscle and 2TX. Duane stopped his TRT treatments, began supplementing with 2TX and started on a Max Muscle Customized Nutrition Plan. Today Duane is down from 245 lbs. and 36% bodyfat to a lean and mean 177 lbs of muscle. His energy levels, stamina, sex drive and self esteem have all improved and he feels better than ever before. Duane says he owes it all to the change in his lifestyle, Max Muscle and 2TX. Try 2TX and feel the difference it can make in your life.
Duane Franzen with his old self at 233lbs. and now, 8 months later at a lean and muscular 177 lbs.
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HEALTHBEAT
By Linda Hepler, BSN, RN
TOOTHPASTE ALERT
A recent collaborative study between the Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Oslo University Hospital and the National Institute of Health Sciences in the United States found that triclosan, an antibacterial chemical found in many hygiene products, may contribute to allergy development in children. Triclosan is added to products such as antibacterial soaps and body washes, toothpastes and cosmetics to prevent bacterial growth. Its also found in clothing, kitchen utensils and toys. It has been used for more than 40 years and is currently considered by the FDA to be safe and effective for human use. But the study, which measured triclosan levels in the urine of both Norwegian and American children, found that those children with the highest levels were more likely to have elevated Immunoglobulin E (IgE) blood levels (associated with allergies) as well as hay fever and stuffy nose. The hypothesis is that because triclosan changes the composition of good bacteria on the skin, in the mouth and in the intestines, it can increase the risk of developing allergies. Consumers who want to decrease their childrens use of triclosan should read labels particularly on toothpaste, which is the major source of exposure and use only those products without triclosan.
Feeling guilty about splurging on a spa retreat? You really shouldnt, say researchers at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. In an evaluation of 15 people both before and after a week-long stay at a health and wellness spa, where they participated in yoga programs, fasting followed by a very low-calorie diet, colonic hydrotherapy and meditation, participants decreased their weight by an average of 6.8 pounds. They also had decreased blood pressure, cholesterol, mercury, sodium and chloride levels and an increase in hemoglobin (the oxygen transport system in red blood cells). In addition to physical benets, psychological testing showed a decrease in anger, tension, fatigue and confusion, and increased vigor. Because of the decrease in the electrolytes sodium and chloride, the researchers suggest checking in with your doc before booking a spa visit to make sure that you dont have a medical condition that would be worsened by these changes. Once you have the green light go ahead and enjoy!
SPA MAGIC
Sweat Glands & Wound Healing
If there are times you wish your sweat glands werent quite so active like when your palms are dripping on that rst date with the hot guy you just met a new study may have you thinking differently. Researchers from the University of Michigan Department of Dermatology found that the same glands that help your body cool down after a trip to the gym play a key role in helping wounds to heal. While it had previously been believed that new skin cells that grow to replace injured cells originate from hair follicles and skin at the edges of a wound, the UM researchers discovered that these replacement cells arise from beneath the wound, where a type of sweat gland called the eccrine gland lies. This gland stores stem cells that can quickly be recruited to aid in wound healing. So, heres to perspiration and your good health!
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HEALTHMATTERS
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By Linda Hepler, BSN, RN
If you are looking to decrease your body fat, youve probably stumbled across the terms metabolism and thyroid with some sketchy explanations that gave you a hint that the two are intertwined. In truth, your thyroid gland is the master of your metabolism universe!
In 2003, the level of tSh conSIdered normal waS lowered from 5.0 to 3.0 to IndIcate hypothyroIdISm. even today though, many labS StIll uSe the old normal range. conSequently ItS Important to know your numberS and work wIth a doctor who IS up to date.
etabolism is a term that gets thrown around by many wellmeaning people trying to tell you how to get cut faster by speeding up your fat furnace. Warning: if you mess with the metabolism master, you can severely damage your health were not talking for a couple of weeks, were talking for a lifetime! Metabolism is the chemical process in your cells that converts nutrients into energy. Most people talk about metabolism as if it were the speed at which your body is burning calories but its actually the way in which your body does its work. Metabolism is really about how efciently and effectively your body uses the food you eat. There are three contributing factors to how you burn calories: basal metabolic rate (BMR), which measures your resting rate and accounts for about 65 percent of your calories; physical activity, which expends calories to move; and a foods thermic rate, which is how many calories your body uses to break down the food youve eaten. The gatekeeper of your metabolism is your thyroid gland, a buttery shaped organ at the front of your neck just below your larynx. The thyroid gland regulates metabolism and calcium in your body. The gland produces thyroid hormones that can (and should) be tested because like any hormone in the body, its a delicate balance that needs to be handled with a velvet glove approach.
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What a thyroid Panel tells you
The thyroid gland is controlled by the pituitary gland in your brain; it senses whether or not your cells have enough thyroid hormones. The pituitary releases a hormone called thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), which tells the thyroid, release more hormones. However, enough hormones may not be the problem. This is often the only measure doctors test for BIG mistake! When TSH reaches the thyroid gland, two hormones are released. T4 and T3 stimulate every tissue in the body to produce proteins and increase how much oxygen is used by cells. When the cells are working well, organs work their best. Thyroid hormones are like road construction workers you see on the highway. T4 is all the guys standing around in hard hats and vests who are capable of doing the job and just sort of supervise whats going on. T3 is like the guy actually digging the trench and doing the real work. More T4 (80 percent) is produced compared with T3 (20 percent), but T3 is 300 percent more active than T4 and is the thyroid hormone responsible for increasing metabolism. So, the pathway to your thyroid doing its job is one, getting the signal from the home ofce (your pituitary) and two, T4 converting into T3 as needed. You need to know all of your numbers because your brain may be sending the signal that you may have lots of T4, but it may not be converting to T3.
Fighting Spirit Still Intact

Amanda Carrier is 32 years old, but there were days this past year when she didnt want to stick around to see 33. Amanda wanted to compete and started a competition diet suggested by a pro bodybuilder friend along with an intense training schedule last January. She was only eating sweet potatoes, broccoli (it was cheap and easy), peanuts and almonds along with eggs, sh, chicken and a gallon of tap water a day. Within three months, her hair was falling out, she was severely depressed and her doctors had given her four prescriptions to try to control her symptoms. It was so bad that I was mentally writing a suicide letter planning what to tell my son because I couldnt live anymore it was so badand I didnt know what was wrong with me. But in the middle of the night, I took myself to the ER and thats when they gured it out. Amanda had been eating the same seven goitrogenic meals a day (foods that suppress the thyroid), consuming lots of uoride and chlorine (which calcify the thyroid) in her tap water, not getting enough potassium, and severely depleting her electrolyte levels for three straight months all to look good in a bikini for competition. It seems so silly now that Im such a wreck from it. I was so active and healthy! Then I had no appetite, I couldnt see straight, and I felt like I was going to faint. When her doctor gured out that her diet had given her hypothyroidism, he didnt hold out much hope and told Amanda shed be on medication forever. With her ghting spirit still intact, Amanda decided to nd a different doctor. She gured she had created the problem, she could solve it, too. Amanda reached for thyroid support supplements and vitamins recommended by the new holistic doctor she found, started eating a well-rounded/well-rotated diet, and switched to ltered water. She was able to bring her TSH back to a true normal range and leave the medications behind. After a long, miserable year Amanda is back in action! MS&F A Word To the Wise: See your local Max Muscle certied tness nutrition coach for balanced eating plans and supplements to help you lose weight safely and effectively!!
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When things go terribly Wrong!
Thyroid dysfunction is considered an autoimmune disease; it can go two ways hyper or hypo. Hyperthyroidism, which accounts for an estimated 20 percent of all thyroid disorders, can become Graves disease, resulting in goiter. Many people are hyperthyroid for years, eating everything in sight and just cant gain weight, and then they boomerang into hypothyroidism and gain weight eating as little as 500 calories a day. Hypothyroidism is a silent epidemic in the United States. Americas top thyroid patient advocate, Mary Shomon, author of NY Times best-seller The Thyroid Diet Revolution, ThyroidInfo.com) notes that 10 million people in the United States are diagnosed with hypothyroidism and estimates that another 13 million are undiagnosed. Probably the No. 1 trigger of thyroid dysfunction is stress not just a fast-paced lifestyle sort of stress but stress as it is recognized by the body and brain: over-exercising for super long periods of time, extreme dieting,
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allergies, food sensitivities, working odd shifts that interrupt the normal body cycles, chronic exposure to loud noises, too much soy the list is long. Stress of any kind triggers our ght/ight/ freeze reex. When that happens, the body down-regulates many of our normal processes to make sure we can survive the threat we are encountering. It also stores fat for quick energy to use under duress. Continued stress will cause the body to stop functioning properly. Once youve become aware of the look of hypothyroidism, you start to recognize it everywhere it tries to hide (and yes, Oprah were talking about you!). The rst tell-tale symptoms other than the inability to lose weight are losing the outside third of the eyebrows and increased pufness in the face. Other common symptoms include losing handfuls of hair, irritable bowel syndrome, depression, crushing fatigue, memory loss and brain fog, dry skin and brittle nails.
Eat LEss, ExErcisE MorE advicE that couLd do You harM!
As a body builder or athlete, you might be tempted to go on a limited calorie diet or eat a very limited range of clean foods. In fact, many well-meaning non-experts offer a whole host of ways to get cut fast but their dietary recommendations can actually do great harm. Your diet can leave you with not enough nutrients to fuel a system that is already in distress and no way to meet your desire to do even more with less. Tom Brimeyer, author of Hypothyroidism Revolution (HypothyroidismRevolution.com), says, people with hypothyroidism or thyroid disease, generally have issues storing liver glycogen, which is necessary to maintain proper blood sugar levels. When people diet and eat less, liver glycogen stores generally decline further. When you exercise more or over-exercise, then the stress/ demand on the body to produce more energy forces your body to use more blood sugar, thus effectively lowering blood sugar. When blood sugar becomes low and the liver and muscles cannot properly compensate, then stress hormones, especially cortisol are over-produced in order to break down your own healthy muscle tissue to convert into sugar and bring your blood sugar up. (If your blood sugar became too low, your brain would stop functioning.) But your body does not like having to break down
its own muscle tissue. So, in order to prevent your body from literally eating itself alive, the stress hormone also drastically slows the conversion of thyroid hormone in the liver, making less thyroid hormone available to your cells, and therefore effectively slowing your metabolism even further. The end result is a damaged metabolism that not only affects you during exercise, but 24 hours a day. So if you are looking to lose weight whether for the long-term or just for a special event, you need to approach your diet and exercise program with caution and knowledge. Chris Kresser, a licensed acupuncturist and practitioner of integrative medicine, also points out, There is a ne line between training hard and overtraining. Overtraining has been shown to affect blood levels of neurotransmitters like glutamine, dopamine and 5-HTP, which can lead to feelings of depression and chronic fatigue. Extreme exercise (heavy resistance and marathon running for example) also triggers an increase in cortisol, the stress hormone vilied on all those late-night infomercials. Cortisol gets a bad rap its actually the hormone of life; but, when its triggered all the time, it leads to sleep problems, digestive issues, depression, brain fog, and weight gain especially around the abdomen. It also blocks the enzyme that converts T4 to T3. Low thyroid levels can also get in the way of training because it triggers muscle bers to change from fast-twitch to slowtwitch. Researchers think this may be because of the bodys adaptive strategy to cope with low blood sugar typical of hypothyroidism. Low blood glucose cannot feed the fast-twitch bers, but elevated fatty acids in the blood provide fuel for slow-twitch bers. While this may sound workable, the y in the ointment is that low blood oxygen levels due to a slowed heart rate and decreased respiration limit how effective those slowtwitch bers are. Mark Sisson, author of Primal Blueprint (PrimalBlueprint.com), and an advocate of the Paleo style of diet (eat meat, lift heavy stuff, run in short spurtslike a caveman) calls the typical Biggest Loser approach to exercise Chronic Cardio, which he notes creates systemic inammation, loss of bone density, and suppression of the immune system. To complicate the picture even more, in a study published in Neuroendrinology Letters (NEL) in December 2005, researchers found that well-trained athletes doing anaerobic activity (dened
as 70 percent of maximum heart rate) increased TSH and T4, but caused a dramatic fall in active T3, the working hormone thats actually encouraging fat burning. Finding the right level of exercise for your body, optimizing your thyroid for better metabolism, and keeping it all in balance is the pathway to healthy weight and tness.
Your thYroids LittLE FriEnds thE adrEnaL GLands
If you have a thyroid problem, you rst might have had an adrenal problem. The adrenal glands and thyroid are good friends. When the adrenals get overworked and tired, the thyroid steps up to help share the load but only for so long. You may feel better at rst, but you havent made the lifestyle change, that is the root of the problem! Soon the whole gang is just plain beat and barely functioning and sadly, you wont be either. Adrenal fatigue can lead to an inability to cope, insomnia, depression, abnormal anxiety and fatigue that leaves you visiting the car in the middle of grocery shopping for an hour long nap. The chronic stress triggers a survival response. The adrenals force the body to down-regulate its energy production and consumption in an effort to let the body rest/conserve energy. Part of the downregulation process is that the body stops converting T3 (hello hypothyroidism!). Lower energy requirements reduce the workload on the body, which is exactly what the body wants, but probably not the effect you were looking for. A very important consideration: if you have an unaddressed adrenal fatigue condition and your physician puts you on a thyroid medication, your adrenal fatigue will get worse. Your ranges may look normal for thyroid, but your newly stimulated metabolism may push you into a full-blown adrenal crisis! Oftentimes, doctors will prescribe a heavier dose of thyroid medication, which creates a vicious cycle of more adrenal fatigue, more thyroid medication and so on, leading to toxic thyroid, which includes heart palpations and worse. Word to the wise check your adrenal health, too!
WhErE it aLL GoEs sidEWaYs: in Your Gut Your LEakY, LEakY Gut
Believe it or not, the downward spiral of your thyroid and your adrenal system can
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actually start because of your diet and a condition called Leaky Gut Syndrome. Although its not taught in medical schools, Leaky Gut Syndrome is gaining acceptance as more research is done. First, Leaky Gut is not a disease, it is a condition. Its like a base layer in a house of cards: when it falls, many seemingly unrelated conditions start popping up. Dr. Leo Galland (MDHeal.org) has been treating patients and sharing his observations about their Leaky Gut issues for more than 20 years. He notes that, The small intestine is the largest organ in your body and two-thirds of your immune system lies within its walls. The small intestine continuously activates itself by sampling the molecules that pass through the intestinal lining. Leaky Gut Syndrome is increased permeability of this lining, and it alters the molecules that prime your immune system for action by allowing molecules that dont ordinarily pass through the gut lining to get access to your immune system. Now remember, thyroid dysfunction can be an autoimmune disorder for example, the immune system has gone haywire and the body is attacking itself. Furthermore,
low thyroid can trigger an inamed gut and an inamed gut can suppress thyroid function. Not pretty! Only recently, scientists discovered that the healthy bacteria in the gut also helps convert some of our T4 to T3 via an enzyme they produce called intestinal sulfatase. As Kresser notes, Low thyroid hormones make it difcult to heal the gut, and an inamed and leaky gut contributes to just about every disease there is, including hypothyroidism. Fixing the gut is often the rst and most important step I take with my patients. Adding in heavy exercise that increases cortisol levels is like throwing gas on a re. Elevated cortisol suppresses the main immunocyte in the gastrointestinal tract called Secretory IgA (SIgA) that also helps protect against GI infections, parasites and candida albicans overgrowth. If you suspect Leaky Gut Syndrome may be contributing to your thyroid and adrenal issues, consider a seven-day elimination diet or at the very least a food sensitivity test.
Taking Care Today For a BeTTer FuTure
Thyroid dysfunction is on the rise, as is thyroid cancer. In part this is due to a better understanding of the endocrine system, but according to Shomon, The issue is further complicated by the fact that the medical community still cannot agree on what the normal reference range is for the Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) test. ... We do know, however, that the majority of people with thyroid disease in the United States have an underlying autoimmune thyroid disease that is causing their condition. And autoimmune diseases are denitely on the rise! Taking care of your digestive system, supporting your immune system and controlling stressors either from environmental, dietary or personal issues helps to create balance in your life and helps keep the ght or ight response in check so your adrenal glands and thyroid arent triggered. Creating an efcient system of metabolism ensures that you use your foods well, get the most from them and improve your body fat ratio in a healthy way. Dont put your health at risk: do your research and get smart about your body youre unique! MS&F
6 Tips To Figuring Out Your Thyroid Health

1. GeT YOur Lab WOrk DOne Your doctor may be one resource, but many are ill-informed about thyroid (and adrenal) dysfunction, often labeling them fat, menopausal womans disease. Heads up men and women suffer from thyroid dysfunction, many of them TV celebrities and athletes. If your doctor isnt hip, use a service like MyMedLab.com, which gives you a script for a local lab, sends YOU the results, and lets you build an online prole and ling cabinet as well as consult with an expert about your results. Bonus: since it doesnt have to go through your insurance, you avoid the pre-existing condition issue if you do need medical treatment. 2. aDDress YOur DieT An excess of raw cruciferous veggies (broccoli, kale, etc.)
can suppress thyroid, so steam them a bit. Consider a paleo-style of diet along with lots of coconut oil. Check for food sensitivities and allergies. Remember: starvation and a highly limited diet can actually do you in!
3. use GOOD suppLemenTaTiOn Working with a physician, rebuild your gut with
colostrum. Use a good vitamin C.
4. WOrk OuT in a WaY THaT WOrks FOr YOur THYrOiD HeaLTH Strength building exercise in short sessions is important. If you feel wrecked after working out, you need to adjust your workout. Avoid overtraining like the plague! 5. YOu are nOT a Lab ranGe! Dont accept normal if you dont feel it. Depression and fatigue that go hand-in-hand with thyroid dysfunction can leave you debilitated. Use any tool that works for you, no matter how out of the box. For example, try Mastering Deep Relaxation and Thyroid Meditation from Demo DiMartile (www.cdbaby.com/Artist/DemoDimartile) 6. FinD an inTeGraTive pHYsician You need an expert to help you navigate your health. Integrative physicians tend to take
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COVERSTORY
By Allen Elliott
Your Best BodY ever!

Fitness model and Men's Physique competitor Allen Elliott, who won the James Patrick Photography/Max Sports & Fitness Cover Model Search at the Fitness Model International convention in October 2012, shares key tips for getting in incredible shape.
elcome to the New Year. My name is Allen Elliott and Im going to show you how you can transform to your best body ever! Before we begin, I sincerely hope you enjoyed the holidays. Its important to spend time with family and enjoy seasonal dishes you wouldnt normally indulge in. Nevertheless, its time to get back to business. In 12 weeks, we plan to be out with the old and in with the new. So with that being said, lets get started! Many people who set New Years resolutions often struggle to give up old habits and fail to embrace new ones. Rest assured, after reading this article you wont have to share a similar fate.
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My personal journey began as I grew up playing sports with a particular interest in wrestling. I found wrestling to be challenging both physically and mentally. A unique requirement of the sport was that of weight management; in order to compete, you had to make weight before each match. This taught me valuable life-long lessons of both discipline and accountability. Discipline was needed to properly prepare for a match, and I learned what it meant to be accountable because my coaches and teammates depended on me to make weight. Now serving as a military ofcer, I subscribe to the Air Force core values, which are integrity rst, service before self and excellence in all we do. Im grateful for the lessons learned from wrestling and the military because Ive been able to apply those same skill sets toward my tness model endeavors. By sharing from my life experiences, it is my goal to educate you on the transformation process, encourage you to aggressively pursue your goals and eliminate stumbling blocks along your journey. The three steps to a successful transformation are to identify your goals, have a reverse game plan and embrace the challenge.
12-Week challenge
month 1 (Weeks 1-4): IdentIfy your goals
The transformation journey youre about to embark upon can be thought of as a marathon with a series of sprints. Your results are greatly impacted by your ability to set and achieve daily, weekly and monthly goals. I strongly recommend identifying a couple of mid-term goals to serve as a bench mark in your transformation progress. Remember, the rst 21 days are critical and help set the pace for this marathon-like transformation goal. Keeping a daily journal will help keep you on track with your goals and positively reinforce your new habits. Some suggested goals and metrics to consider: weekly progress pictures, body measurements, body weight, nutrition and workouts.
IdentIfy your goals
A goal is dened as the result or achievement toward which effort is directed. Since your focus is on a physical transformation, its vital to clearly identify goals in this area. Ask yourself: What do I want to look like in 12 weeks? How will this transformation improve my quality of life? Who do I know that can help support me? Questions such as these help paint a clear picture of the road ahead and give you targets to shoot for. Whether your goal is to win Max Muscles 2013 MaxForm Life Challenge contest, prepare for a tness competition or just get in amazing shape before summer, identifying your goal gives you a sense of purpose and ensures a stunning transformation is within your grasp.
month 2 (Weeks 5-8): reverse game Plan

Just like in school, your mid-term progress report serves as a valuable tool in tracking your transformation development. Keeping in line with the 'Reverse Game Plan,' all daily and weekly goals should continue to build into your mid-term and nal goals. Questions youll want to ask yourself: What am I doing well?, What areas do I need to work on? and What nal goals should I set for myself? You may also want to monitor your workout stamina, changes in weekly progress pictures and overall mood. At this point, momentum begins to work in your favor and those once new habits now become your standard daily and weekly routines.
Now that youve identied your goals, its time to build a reverse game plan. Begin with the deadline of your goal and work backwards to ensure you will have time to accomplish it. In this step, its important to have a mentor or coach someone you can be accountable to who has achieved a level of success you wish to obtain. One such source to consider is a certied tness nutrition coach at your local Max Muscle Sports Nutrition store. Remember, if you fail to plan, you plan to fail.
reverse game Plan
embrace the challenge
month 3 (Weeks 9-12): embrace the challenge

Youve made it to the nal weeks of your transformation goal and the nish line is now in your sights. However, its not time to celebrate quite yet. To successfully capture your new physique, youll need to start your sprint towards the nal Peak Week and prepare for your nal photo shoot or event. Strength training and cardio conditioning should be maintained or increased as needed during these nal weeks. If you are doing a show, you should also practice posing to nd out which poses complement your physique the most. When preparing for your nal photo shoot, choose solid black or white backgrounds to eliminate distractions. The use of tanners and oils is also recommended as it will improve your denition. Good luck!
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During these 12 weeks, you will be required to work hard and push past your comfort zone. This transformation process allows you to Embrace the Challenge and encourages both mental and physical toughness to push pass obstacles that once held you back. You will have good days and you will have bad days. Do not be discouraged, because no transformation is ever perfect. Instead, strive for excellence in all you do and at the end of 12 weeks you will have achieved your goals or come amazingly close to doing so. The results are denitely worth the effort! In this and in upcoming issues of MS&F, youll be able to use my goto workouts, which helped me prepare for tness photo shoots and Mens Physique competitions. I hope you nd the workouts challenging, dynamic and fullling. Turn to page 26 for the rst workout: arms. Stay tuned: you're just 12 weeks away from your best body ever! MS&F
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By Allen Elliott Photos by JamesPatrick.com
ROCK YOUR ARMS!

Although our arms are one of the smallest muscle groups in the body, we use them in almost every daily activity. From driving our cars to carrying groceries, our arms have a direct impact on our interaction with the world. However, when it comes to growing our guns, all who have performed the infamous bicep curl know that the best way to attain those aesthetic arms we desire is through strength training. Because our arms are such a small muscle group, we want to generate maximum muscle-ber recruitment. This is possible with dumbbell-based training, as you are required to stabilize the weights, unlike when lifting while using machines. In keeping with that tradition, I prefer to train my arms in the form of super sets. This split-style of training will allow you to focus solely on your biceps and triceps during this particular workout. Nevertheless, its important to mention that your triceps are actually larger and have a more dominant role than your biceps. If Im working within the same rep range, I like to increase the weight slightly on my triceps exercises as opposed to my biceps. Therefore, when performing super sets of these two muscle groups, the result will cause your arms to have greater mass and enhanced shape.
Standing Alternate Dumbbell Curl Stand with
feet shoulder-width apart; holding two dumbbells, curl one dumbbell palm facing up. Alternate arms. Repetitions performed on BOTH arms count as one rep. Complete the same number of reps on each arm. This counts as one set.
Seated Overhead Triceps Extension

Sit on a short straight back chair with your feet rmly placed on the oor and your back straight. Grab a dumbbell and cup rmly with two hands as you raise above your head. Lower the dumbbell in an arc towards the oor behind your head. Extend your arms as you raise the dumbbell upwards returning to the starting position.
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Bi's & Tri's Workout

Exercise
Standing Alternate Dumbbell Curl + Seated Overhead Triceps Extension Standing Alternate Dumbbell Curl + Seated Overhead Triceps Extension
Incline Curl + Incline Tate Press Incline Curl + Incline Tate Press Concentration Curl + Standing Alternate Hammer Curl
Note: All of these exercises are super sets!
Sets
1 3 1 3 1 3
Reps
21+21 13+13 21+21 8+8 13+13 5+5
Rest
30 sec. 60 sec. 30 sec. 90 sec. 60 sec. 90 sec.
Incline Curl
Lie on an incline bench with dumbbells in each hand. Allow your arms to hang down at your sides. While keeping your elbows straight, raise the dumbbells up towards your head, contracting your biceps. Lower the weight in a slow and controlled manner.
Concentration Curl + Standing Alternate Hammer Curl
Standing Alternate Hammer Curl
Incline Tate Press

Lie on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand. Start with palms facing forward, elbows extended straight above you. Lower dumbbells to your chest keeping them together so that elbows are ared out and palms are still facing forward. Keep dumbbells together throughout the movement.
Standing with feet shoulder-width apart and holding two dumbbells, begin with arms in a relaxed position, palms facing your body. Curl the weights as if you were swinging a hammer. Palms face each other throughout the movement (do not turn your palms up). Alternate arms for each curl. Repetitions performed on BOTH arms count as one rep. Complete the same number of reps on each arm. This counts as one set.
B
Concentration Curl
Sit at the edge of a at bench. Spread your legs in a V shape. Place the dumbbell in front of you between your legs with the back of your upper arm resting at the top of your inner thigh. With your palm facing away from the thigh, lift the dumbbell slightly off the ground to assume starting position. Keeping the upper arm and shoulder stationary, curl the weight up until the dumbbell reaches shoulder level. Pause and squeeze the bicep at the top of the movement and then slowly return to the starting position. Complete all the repetitions with same arm, then switch to the other to complete the same number of reps. This counts as one set.
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MENTALLYFIT
By Maria Kang
CONCEIVE
BELIEVE ACHIEVE
physical disappointment. After discovering the MaxForm challenge online and meeting with the owner of the Rockwall, Texas Max Muscle Sports Nutrition store, John Hagaman, he began to visualize a t and healthy Don. He imagined becoming a healthy role model for his kids and P.E. students. Most of all, he conceived the idea that it was possible to transform his body and be the healthy, strong and t man he always wanted to become. weight loss in the past only to eventually gain weight plus additional pounds. This process can be very frustrating, but most of all, this damaging process can negatively affect your personal belief system. To succeed, you must believe in your ability to be disciplined, focused, persistent and strong. In the beginning, many people need others to believe in them before believing in themselves. For Don Dona and Amanda Freeseman, they partnered with their Max Muscle stores to create a tness, nutrition and supplement program specic to their goals and physical needs. Their programs were designed to help them believe in the natural process of weight loss. I was always able to lose 30 or 40 pounds only to hit a plateau and get frustrated or impatient and quit, says Don Dona. I was skeptical before entering the MaxForm challenge as I had tried every diet and failed and tried extreme exercise and failed. This was the rst time I combined a meal plan (instead of diet), exercise plan and supplement program. And it worked!
MInd ExERcISE Write down specic physical goals Imagine a physically t lifestyle Create a goal date, outt or vacation Become emotionally involved in your future image
Napolean Hill once famously said, What the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve. Success begins with the mind and manifests within the physical world. If you constantly say, Im fat, Im tired, Im not good enough or Im a failure then according to Hill, you will become what you believe. This idea goes beyond the power of positive thinking. This necessary belief in yourself is the very rst strength you need to conquer your tness goal.
First, you must conceive.
You must rst think of the possibility of becoming your best physical self. You must conceive the idea of being in shape, running a 5K and creating time to work out and eat clean. In order to focus on new possibilities in your life, you must accept that your current conditions are not where you want to be. Don Dona, 2011 MaxForm Life Challenge champion, never saw himself as obese. As an ex-football player, being big was a part of his frame that helped him excel at his sport. However, after retiring from the sport, he ballooned from 280 to 350 pounds within a two-year period. I did not see myself as obese when, in fact, I was extremely obese. I look at my before and after pictures and cant believe how big I was, reects Don Dona. He didnt see how heavy he was, yet often joked about his weight to mask his
Then you must believe.
Once a physically t future is conceived, the next step is to believe it is possible. Many people create goals on New Years Eve with the hope of succeeding in their weight loss goals. However, most people have already lost in their ght against fat because they dont truly believe its possible to become their best physical self. I had tried to lose weight in the past and actually succeeded, but only for a few short months, recalls Amanda Freeseman, 2012 MaxForm Life Challenge Champion. I would gain all the weight back because I was on such a calorie restricted diet that it was too hard to maintain. I felt so deprived that when I went off my diet, I ate everything in sight! An estimated 40 percent of Americans are yo-yo dieters. These people have attempted
If you conceive and believe you will achieve.

When you can conceive it, you must believe it once you believe it, you will become it. Achieving your ultimate desire to be healthy, dynamic, energetic, condent, t, fast, strong and sexy is at your
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nger-tips. It requires you to become emotionally attached to the weight loss process. Its not enough to know what foods to avoid or exercises to perform we all know them but most do not follow through. Why? Revert to Lesson No. 1 or No. 2. If there are feelings of doubt, shame, insecurity or blame, then achieving your tness goal is far from possible. You must take accountability for your current weight and create a plan that prevails long term. If you dont believe in yourself you will be lost, Amanda said. Whether it was when I wanted to stray from my diet or to stop short on a workout because I was tired, I told myself all the time, You can do this, Amanda! Keep pushing! I always kept my goal in mind of what I wanted to look like and was not willing to stop until I achieved my goal. For those joining the MaxForm Life Challenge this year, Amanda said, If you work hard and believe in yourself, each new weigh-in will be better than the last. Your overall health and attitude will get better with each passing day. If you dont give up, you will eventually become a happier, healthier version of who you are today. Well said, Amanda! Remember, conceive, believe, achieve. Its that simple. Make 2013 the year you get t for life!
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STAYACTIVE
By Linda Hepler
Get Your Snow On!

Consider one of these seven snow and fun-lled destinations to get the most out of winter!
lenty of winter travelers are looking to escape the frigid weather with a trip to warmer climates. But theres something to be said for nding a snowy hot spot and bundling up for an outdoor adventure. Whether youre exploring a pristine alpine wilderness on snowmobile, shooting down a glacier on a heli-skiing tour, ice skating on a frozen pond or simply playing cards in an ice shanty, waiting for the sh to nibble a winter weather travel destination can be pure magic. Here are seven snowy destinations you might not have considered where you can embrace your inner snow god (or goddess):
Jackson Hole, Wyoming: Splurge on a real Rocky Mountain adventure in one of the most spectacular places in America. Jackson Hole is a 50 mile valley running north and south along the eastern side of the Teton Mountain Range and combines old style western charm with three skiing areas: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Grand Targhee Resort and Snow King Resort. While all three areas offer world class trails, Jackson Hole Ski Resort, with its vertical drop of 4,139 feet and 116 trails half of them expert level is the most technically challenging. But the other ski areas have their own charm. Snow King offers night skiing, ice skating and snow tubing, and Grand Targhee offers Nordic skiing and all day snowmobile tours through Yellowstone National Park. There are plenty of off-slope options in the valley outside
of the resorts, too, including ice skating, snowshoeing, dog sledding, snow kite boarding, wildlife safaris and sleigh rides through the National Elk Refuge.
Costs: All of the resorts offer ski and stay packages from a mere $69 per adult per night to high end options at $400 or more per person per night. Not to miss: Sure, the hot tubs at the resorts are nice. But even nicer is easing your aching muscles in the Granite Hot Springs, located about 35 miles southeast of Jackson. Begin your travel planning at: jacksonholechamber.com
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Cambridge/Stowe area, Vermont: Winter in New England means snow and lots of it. And the Cambridge and Stowe areas near Burlington, Vermont offer some of the most family-friendly winter activities ever. Head to Smugglers Notch Resort (Smuggs), consisting of three mountains (Morse, Madonna and Sterling) with a peak elevation of 3,640 feet, where all ages can ski and snowboard at their own level of expertise and participate in an amazing array of lessons and programs. Other activities offered include outdoor ice skating, zip-line canopy tours, snow tubing and the newest craze in downhill sliding: airboarding. Thirty miles away, Stowe Mountain Resort offers runs on Mount Manseld, Vermonts highest peak (4,395 feet), as well as an
extensive system of cross-country ski trails, sleigh rides and twilight dogsledding tours. Costs: Both Smuggs and Stowe lodging options have ski and stay packages from $115-$255 per night per adult, depending upon dates. Other activities cost extra. Not to miss: Who says ice cream is only for summer? A short distance away from Cambridge/Stowe is the Ben and Jerrys Waterbury Factory, where you can learn how Ben Cohen and Jerry Greeneld turned a $5 correspondence course on ice cream making into a successful business, see how ice cream is made and taste samples of the day. Begin your travel planning at: smuggs.com and stowe.com
Whistler, Canada: Located on the coast mountain range of British Columbia, Canada, near Vancouver, Whistler is the largest ski area in North America and a virtual paradise for winter acionados. With a huge ski resort village nestled at the base of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains (each more than 7,000 feet in elevation) and an annual average snowfall of more than 39 feet, you can ski or snowboard to your hearts content from opening day in late November through spring. Backcountry skiing, cross-country skiing and heli-skiing are also popular. For the non-skier or boarder: Take a trip up and across both mountains on a gondola ride, enjoy tubing with the kids at the tube park, snuggle up with your lover on a horse-drawn sleigh ride, glide across the valley on a zip-line tour or explore the backcountry on snowmobile. Costs: A variety of lodging and lift ticket packages are available from $103-$175 per adult per night, depending upon dates. Activities such as tubing, snowmobiling, heli-skiing and zip-line tours are extra. Not to miss: Whistler is a shoppers paradise. With more than 200 shops in the village alone, youll nd everything from native artwork and high-end fashion and jewelry to snow sports equipment. Begin your travel planning at: Tourism Whistler, whistler.com
from about $100 per adult per night.
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Lake Tahoe: Situated along the border of California and Nevada in the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, Lake Tahoe is considered to be the snowiest region on the North American continent, with snowfalls as high as seven feet in 24 hours. Play in the white gold on skis or snowboard at one of 15 resorts, half of which have vertical drops of more than 2,000 feet, and some with as many as 100 trails to explore. Other popular snow sports are Photo courtesy of North Lake Tahoe/Jeff Dow tubing, sledding, ice skating, snowmobiling and backcountry Not to miss: On the Nevada side, experience skiing, including the newest craze the sizzle of Las Vegas, where you can enjoy of split boarding. gaming, world class entertainment and ne dining at one of ve casinos that are open 24 Costs: Ski and stay packages are available at all of the resorts, hours a day.
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Anchorage, Alaska: Considered by many to be the ultimate travel experience during the summer months, Anchorage is also the place to be in the winter, with snow from October through April. Although its considered a subarctic climate, the maritime inuences moderate temperatures, with the average daily high in the winter months a balmy 25-30 degrees Fahrenheit. Skiiers and snowboarders have three choices for alpine skiing, all within 45 minutes of downtown Anchorage, including Alyeska Resort, where advanced skiers can carve turns on North Americas longest continuous double black runs. Other sports include backcountry skiing, snowmobiling, heli-skiing and Alaskas state sport dog sledding. Mush! Costs: Many hotels in and around Anchorage offer ski and stay packages. Alyeska resort offers packages from $279 per adult per night during the regular season and $329 per adult per night for the high season. Not to miss: The shimmering and swaying blues, pinks, greens and yellows of the aurora borealis, or northern lights, dancing in the starlit skies from as early as 8 p.m. on winter nights. Many Alaska hotels offer a northern lights wake-up call for guests who want to be awakened if the lights are on display. Begin your travel planning at: anchorage.net
Lake Placid, New York: If you just cant wait for the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics, you can enjoy the Olympic venues in advance at two-time Olympic village Lake Placid, in the heart of the Adirondacks. Four geographical areas within nine miles host a myriad of competitive winter events, such as the Empire State Winter Games, to be held February 7-10 this year. The whole family can enjoy winter activities every day, too, from zipping down a bobsled run with a professional driver to skating the Olympic Speed Skating Oval and taking lessons in cross-country skiing and riery to Be a Bi-athlete. A short drive away from the town of Lake Placid in Wilmington is Whiteface Mountain, where you can ski or snowboard the same runs that have challenged Olympic hopefuls. Dont forget to visit the Lake Placid Winter
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Olympic Museum, where you can see memorabilia from the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics. Costs: Numerous lodging options at Whiteface Mountain offer ski and stay packages, from $79 per adult per night. Olympic venue events range from a mere $8 (plus $3 skate rental) to take a spin on the speed skating oval, to $80 per person for a bobsled ride. Not to miss: Theres plenty of fun outside of the Olympic venues. Take a family thrill ride on a toboggan down a 30-foot high converted ski jump trestle onto frozen Mirror Lake, and while youre there, enjoy an exhilarating dogsled ride across the lake. Begin your travel planning at: lakeplacid.com
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan: Up until a year ago, this quaint northern Michigan area was somewhat of a secret travel destination. But after being voted as ABCs Good Morning Americas Most Beautiful Place in America, the National Lakeshore, located in Leelanau County in northern Michigan, has seen record numbers of visitors more than 1.5 million just in 2012. Winter paints a spectacular vista over the land: with its 31-mile stretch of Lake Michigan shoreline, sand dunes perched atop towering glacially formed cliffs, quiet streams and inland lakes not to mention its substantial snowfall (one of the countrys snowiest locations at 80-100 inches per year), the Lakeshore is the ideal place to snowshoe, cross-country ski, sled and sightsee. Outlying areas within the county offer family-friendly downhill skiing, tubing and snowmobiling. Costs: A $10 visitors pass gains you seven days access to the parks 50,000 acres, but youll need to bring or rent equipment for snow sports. Not to miss: If you get tired of the cold, warming up is easy. Leelanau County is a premier wine-making region with more than 20 wineries as well as a distillery where you can taste the afternoon away. Begin your travel planning at: leelanauchamber.com and at nps.gov/slbe/ planyourvisit MS&F
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YES! YOU CAN!

t is now one month into the 2013 MaxForm Life Challenge and by now you have probably seen some positive changes with your body. Great job! Whether you are happy with your progress or feel like your rate of improvement needs to pick up, here are some tips for true success!
how YoU CAn BeCoMe A MAxForM ChAMpion

3. Focus on Nutrition Above All Else. I believe proper diet and
supplementation is 80 percent of a body transformation, the remaining 20 percent takes place in the gym. Also, don't schedule cheat meals. I could count on one hand how many cheat meals I consumed in my 7-month transformation.
1. Get Online The online community

at MyMaxMuscle.com is imperative to your success. Almost every day, I logged on to write journals, comment on members journals and read supportive messages from others that helped me get through tough times. Take time to think about what you're writing each day. Quality, indepth journaling can help you stand out above the rest when it comes to choosing the winner. Also, upload your bimonthly or monthly weigh in photos. I always looked forward to seeing the changes in my photos and the others competing in the contest.
3. Set Goals Setting short-term and
2. Get Help From the Experts If
you have not done so already, ask a Max Muscle certied tness nutrition coach (CFNC) to develop a meal plan for you and recommend what supplements you should be adding to your diet. Meet with your coach a minimum of once per month to evaluate your progress and determine what, if any, changes need to be made to your nutrition plan based on your past months results. Not everyone has a CFNC to meet with, so take advantage of this opportunity!
long-term goals are vitally important. Ask yourself, Where do I want to be by the end of the contest on June 30; what do I want to look like, how do I want to feel? Next, decide on your rst short-term goal. Short-term goals are important to keep you on track to reach your long-term goals. Think of them as milestones that you must reach along the way in order to cross the nish line on time. My short-term goal around this time last year was to feel comfortable in my New Years Eve clothes for a party. Once I attained that goal, I set another short-term goal. Dont forget, once you reach your long-term goal, repeat the cycle and set another goal!
4. Give It 110%! If you want to
transform your body in six months you have to do your absolute best every single day. Work out twice a day if possible! You should have zero regrets when June 30 comes. You want to KNOW that you did everything possible to reach your goals. MS&F
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Getting proper photos is an important part of the competition; you may not get selected to win if you don't properly document your journey with photos! Plus, no one can see your results if you don't post photos. Get a decent point-and-shoot digital camera or use a camera phone that takes high quality images (at least 5 mega-pixels with image le sizes at 1 megabyte or larger; the larger, the better). Stand in good lighting with a current copy of a newspaper or MS&F issue clearly visible in front of you. Take shots from the front, side and back to best show your body changes. For your nal reveal, spend a little money and hire a professional to take your ofcial "after" photo. If you are chosen as the champion or even in the top 10, these photos get published in multiple places, so you want to get the best photos possible!
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continued to feed his passion for exercise. I worked out, pushing through pain every day, Leo said. Ive learned to tolerate pain. I had to prove I could do it. Leo said his family and friends are quite proud of his progress, and they now come to him routinely for advice. People want to know how he lost so much weight. What did he eat? How did he exercise? During the challenge, I would do one hour of cardio and one hour of weights each day, he said. I knew I had to stay dedicated. He stuck to his meal plan and daily gym time. Leo says his personal trainer kept him motivated and his Max Muscle supplements kept him nourished so he could focus on his goals. He was able to burn fat without
feeling tired. Now Leo reects upon his momentous success and passes what he has learned on to others. There was a time when I felt it was hopeless, Leo said. Still, I pushed myself. Now my goal is to help people lose weight and feel better about themselves. Two years ago, Leo was a loyal, nearly fanatical, Max Muscle customer. Now he works as a sales associate for the Edinburg store. He estimates he has tried nearly every product, and he recommends various supplements to family and friends. To return the love, the store sponsored Leo in his most recent bodybuilding competition. Leo is motivated, and he shares that passion and drive with anyone who meets him, said Sam Alvarez, franchisee of the Max Muscle store in Edinburg, Texas. We say, Feed your passion. He embodies that and he passes it on. With what he has been able to overcome, he really wants to help people.
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A Beautiful Year
JANUARY
Cleanse Tyself
Start the New Year by jump-starting your body from the inside out. Consider a detoxifying cleanse to ush the body of toxins and restore the balance between alkalinity and acidity inside you. A simple juice cleanse, for example, can help clear out all your tubes and pipes (liver, kidneys and colon), says naturopathic doctor Linda Page, author of Detoxication. As always, proceed with the advice of a physician, dietician or health expert because the downsides of many detox diets include dehydration, fatigue, dizziness, nausea and even colon damage.
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APRIL
Try Vegetarian for a Day

In honor of Earth Day (April 22), consider going vegetarian one day a week for all three meals. Not only is it good for your health, its great for the earth. According to Environmental Defense, if every American skipped one meal of chicken per week and substituted vegetarian foods instead, the carbon dioxide savings would be the same as taking half a million cars off U.S. roads. The little things go a long way.
FEBRUARY
Make a List
Forgive yourself a little and learn to love your body. This month, try this exercise: list all the things you like about your body. Maybe you have nice nails, a great head of hair, sparkly teeth, shapely calves or smooth skin. Maybe you love what society might call aws like a gap in your front teeth, small breasts or big hips (theyre not aws, by the way!). Find something you love about your body and celebrate it.
MAY
Choose Wisely
Be prepared for the water and pick the right swimsuit for your body. If youve got an ample chest, choose a suit with gathered fabric at the waist, which creates a attering division between your chest and hips. For a small bust, try suits with padding or underwire. If you have a short torso or legs, wear a suit that is cut high on the thigh, which will make your legs look longer. Try a suit with a tummy control panel for an instant slimming effect.
MARCH
Enlist Support
According to the Journal of Clinical Psychology, approximately 50 percent of Americans make resolutions each year and among the top are weight loss and exercise. But by this time, more than half of those resolutions have been broken or long forgotten. Take time out this month to reassess your tness goals and get back on track. Find an exercise buddy or personal trainer for additional support. You can do it!
JUNE
Get a Glow
Is your skin ready for summer? Try these three tips for radiant, summer skin: exfoliate to get rid of dead dry skin cells leftover from winter (for face, try Olay Regenerist Microdermabrasion & Peel System, $24.99; for body, try Neutrogena Energizing Sugar Body Scrub, $9.99); moisturize and apply sunscreen to keep skin soft, supple and safe from harmful UV rays (for face, try Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 30, $14.99; for body, try Jergens Natural Glow & Protect Daily Moisturizer SPF 20, $9.49).
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JULY
Shine Up Your Tresses
You may love soaking up the sun during the summer, but your hair may be taking a beating for it. Best things to do for your tresses this month? Try shampooing less often, limit the use of hair chemicals (give hair color, bleach, relaxers and straighteners a break), back off heated hair styling tools, do deep conditioning treatments (try Living Proof Restore Recovery Regimen, $38), and use leave-in hair products with SPF (try Tela Beauty Organics Guardian SPF 18 Sun Protection for Hair and Scalp, $32).
OCTOBER
Protect Tyself
Protect yourself from those germs and dont forget to get your u vaccine. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an annual seasonal u vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances that you will get the u and lessen the chance that you will spread it to others. In the United States, the seasonal u season can begin as early as October and last as late as May.
AUGUST
Soothe Your Tootsies

The hot summer months equals sandals and ip-ops, which means youve exposed your feet to the harsh elements. Put your best foot forward and treat those feet to a home pedicure. To exfoliate, try bliss foot patrol, $18. For cracked heels, try Sally Hansen Cracked Heel Repair Cream, $7.49. Try Dr. Scholls Pedicure Essentials DualAction Swedish File, $4.49, for your callouses.
NOVEMBER
Be Kind
With Thanksgiving on the brain this month, remember all the things youre grateful for and pass that appreciation forward. In fact, National Kindness Day is on November 13. Give care packs to the homeless, let someone in line go in front of you, or cook a meal for someone. For more ideas, visit RandomActsofKindness.org.
SEPTEMBER
Color Ty Nails
Wave goodbye to your bright summery nail polishes to make room for darker hues. Fall colors run the gamut from deep reds and purples to earth tones blacks and nudes. Prep nails for a great manicure with a good base coat (try Essie Ridge Filling Base Coat, $8) and top coat (try Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat, $6.99).
DECEMBER
Get Your Zen On

Youll most likely be in the thick of holiday prep (hitting the mall, wrapping those gifts, holiday parties, etc). Dont forget to take time to rest and maybe even take up meditation. Researchers at MIT and Harvard found that people trained to meditate over an 8-week period were better able to control a specic type of brain waves called alpha rhythms. These activity patterns are thought to clear the mind and allow you to focus better.
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Don't let the fact that you travel constantly for work deter you from achieving your health and tness goals this year. Here are some tips and tricks from the experts to help you achieve success!
ts a new year and maybe youve joined Max Muscles Prepare for Travel Preparation is the key to success. Carolyn Scott-Hamilton, annual MaxForm Life Challenge that awards the winner holistic nutritionist, best-selling cookbook author, travel expert $25K or maybe you made a resolution to nally lose and creator and host of The Healthy Voyager show, suggests that stubborn 20 pounds or perhaps you just want to start that individuals pack some unconventional eating healthier. For those of you who items to assist in making healthy eating choices constantly travel for work and think its virtually when travelling. For example, travelers should: impossible to eat healthy while constantly on the Pack a cutting board and knife to chop PACK THIS: fresh fruits and vegetables in the hotel. Select go, think again. Certied tness accommodations near a grocery store or a local Haley Major, nutritionist and manager at nutrition coach and farmers market and stock up on fresh produce franchisee of the Medifast Weight Control Center in Gilbert, upon arrival. Cool Springs Max Arizona, has worked with countless clients who Find hotels that offer rooms with refrigerators Muscle store in have experienced the stress of traveling while and pack disposable Tupperware containers to Tennessee Jamie store leftovers. trying to achieve weight loss goals and says Free shares his Use the coffee pot for something other than that with the proper planning, knowledge and top three easy-tocoffee. Make soups, oatmeal and heat water preparation, incorporating healthy choices into with it. The coffee pot is a versatile appliance pack Max Muscle your travelling routine is possible. for cooking when used creatively. products: Consider the following tips to help you reach Search the Internet for healthy dining options Max Lean Protein your weight-loss goals while traveling: in the area prior to arrival. Many restaurants Max Triple Whey
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Perhaps the greatest challenge to eating right on the road is the lack of availability of healthy choices. Travelers aiming to eat healthy have a tendency to bypass eating snacks because they offer little nutritional content. But, by the time they arrive at a destination with eating options, they are past the point of hunger. Allowing your body to become over-hungry can lead to overeating, says Teri Crenshaw, wellness expert, certied strength and conditioning coach and founder of Dancer Body Fitness in Arizona. As such, savvy health conscious travelers stress the importance of packing non-perishable items. This is especially true when taking long plane ights where there are few healthy snack and meal choices available. Peter Shankman, New York based entrepreneur, triathlete and world traveler, always makes sure to bring snacks on the plane. He suggests packing light snacks that help keep energy levels up. Some options to consider include raw nuts, turkey jerky, airtight packs of tuna in water, brown rice cakes, dried fruit and pre-mixed containers of oats and protein powder that only require the addition of hot water. Shankman also suggests that when dining out, individuals should be comfortable asking restaurants to cook their meals to order. Many restaurants are often willing to accommodate patrons requests. Consider ordering meals without condiments and dressing, asking the chef to leave off butter and oil, refrain from eating the bread and limit the consumption of alcohol.
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We all talk about calories. how many calories does this bagel have? how many calories do i burn on a 20-minute run? how many calories should i actually be eating? The truth is, not all calories are created equal, yet so many of us still dont know how to measure calories. many of the nutritional experts at pritikin longevity center (pritikin.com) share that the key to weight loss isnt necessarily in counting calories, but rather focusing on calorie-dense foods, where each bite packs a serious calorie punch and keeps you fuller longer. Think veggies, fruits and beans. Below are six tips for getting the most out of your calories provided by the experts at pritikin longevity center & spa. These tips will help shave off an unnecessary 100 calories a day (which can add up to 10 pounds a year) and help you begin to understand what a calorie really means. 1. Eat foods with the lowest calorie density rst. Save the most calorically dense foods for last. studies show that if you start out your meal with a low-calorie-dense vegetable salad (or soup) youll eat fewer total calories for that meal. so, for example, start dinner with a big veggie salad (youll ll up with water and ber) and then move on to carbs, protein, grains, etc. 2. Dilute calorically dense foods with calorically light ones. if you know youre going to eat a calorie-dense food for example, tortilla chips think about what you can have with it to lower the total calorie density of the snack (or meal). for example, if you add bean dip and salad, each scoop will ll you up faster (and for longer) making it quite possible youll eat fewer calories of chips alone. 3. Cheat smart. it would be abnormal to not have a cheat day or cheat food(s), but if youre craving something thats high in calories (and not the best for you), try to pair it with low-calorie-dense foods. if youre craving guacamole, try adding it as a topping on a veggie-full salad the total calorie density will be a lot lower than if you piled it high on chips. 4. Know your priorities. Your best food choices are high in water, low in fat and high in ber. it might sound counterintuitive, but eat your water! Water-rich foods like fresh fruit are lling but not fattening. compared to its dried counterpart, fresh fruit averages only 300 calories per pound, while dried fruits can have up to 1,300 calories per pound. 5. Dont eat when youre not hungry. researchers have found that if you eat a snack when youre not hungry, that snack provides little satiety (or sense of fullness) compared to eating that same snack when youre hungry. 6. Limit calorie-rich beverages meaning, dont drink your calories. This one might be obvious, but calories from liquids do not curb your appetite as well as the same number of calories from solid food. Be careful of smoothies that might sound healthy but often times contain added sugar. youd be better off just having a piece of fresh fruit! MS&F
Source: Pritikin Longevity Center & Spa
Build Fitness Into Travel Plans
Incorporating tness into your travel plans can be a great way to see the sites, suggests 2011 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year and running expert, Dr. Jason Karp (RunCoachJason.com). Karp never leaves home without his athletic shoes. Seeing the local points of interest on foot allows you to be active while learning more about the area. Check with the hotel concierge to identify ways to explore the city on foot. When staying with friends, contact the local Parks and Recreation department for information on running paths, walking tours, hiking trails and other tness -related activities. Also, many hotels have gyms available for use by guests. Ask ahead of time to learn about their facilities and equipment. In
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Eat a llling and balanced meal prior to departure. Bring a cooler in the car to store healthy fruits and vegetables. Pack sandwiches or wraps for the trip and plan to eat outside at a roadside picnic table. Pre-package snacks into single serving containers to avoid over eating. Opt to stop at grocery stores for meals rather than restaurants. Many stores offer pay-per-pound salad bars with fresh vegetables, fruits, hard boiled eggs, nuts and more. When purchasing beverages at convenience stores, choose unsweetened teas rather than soft drinks and high-sugar fruit juices. Pop popcorn prior to leaving and store it in Ziploc bags for snacks. Chew gum. Often changes in elevation cause individuals to feel off balance and can create the feeling of hunger. Chew a piece of sugarless gum to pop the ears and satisfy the chewing sensation. Stay hydrated! People often confuse thirst for hunger. Not drinking enough water often leads to poor nutritional choices.
addition, packing tness accessories such as bands and gliders offers options for a variety of workouts wherever you are. Finally, many individuals travel with laptop computers. Download your favorite exercise DVD prior to departure and make time for an in-room workout before starting the day.
Stay on Track
People often use travel as a legitimate excuse for straying from their normal routine. However, for those who are committed, staying on track is denitely manageable, shares Ali Van Heusen, a Colorado-based certied sports nutrition specialist. While its OK to splurge and have a few cheat meals, travelers should make a conscious effort to stick with their regular eating habits. Its also important to pay careful attention to portion size at restaurants as they frequently serve portions well beyond the recommended amount. Finally, if you fall off the bandwagon, dont stress about it. Just recommit to your goals and keep going. MS&F
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Is it possible to lose weight without working out? Sounds counterintuitive, but you can sizzle fat without hitting the gym 24-7. Lucky for you, it can be done with food! Eating smart can help you keep your waistline looking trim. Tat means choosing low-fat, high-protein, high-fber foods rich in good fats and that kick-start your metabolism. Read on to fnd out what foods will help you feel more empowered instantly!
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LEAN MEATS: Turkey, white meat chicken and lean cuts of pork and beef not only help to build muscle and strengthen the immune system, they help increase metabolism, too. How? The more protein you consume, the harder your body has to work to digest it, which means more calories for your body to burn. Hows that for sizzling fat without having to break out in a sweat? But keep in mind the key word here: lean. Steer clear of well-marbled cuts of beef like T-bone in favor of leaner cuts like top round. For pork, try chops that are grilled and seasoned with fresh herbs rather than ribs slathered with BBQ sauce. WHOLE GRAINS: Small doses of whole grains like quinoa, brown rice and whole grain cereal can prevent the body from storing fat. Whole grains are a great source of complex carbs and ber things you need to keep your metabolism pumped by keeping levels of insulin, a fat-promoting hormone, low after a meal. And low insulin levels are desirable, as high insulin levels are the signal to your body to hang onto fat.
At Max Muscle Sports Nutrition, you can talk to a certied tness nutrition coach who can set you up with a healthy eating plan to help you maximize your weight loss efforts. In addition, Max Muscle has several fat-blasting products that work hand in hand with your nutrition plan. One such product is Emerge, a powdered formula you can easily shake up with water. What makes Emerge unique is that its a drink as opposed to a capsule. Since you drink it, it may work more effectively than a pill, says Dr. Phil Harvey, Max Muscles head of product development. Another helpful fat-churning product at Max Muscle is Lipo-Red. I formulated Lipo-Red, which is a capsule, with raspberry ketones and African mango. These are new ingredients that are quite popular now and scientic evidence has shown they are effective, Dr. Harvey says. While fat-loss products can certainly help you reach your weight loss goals, Dr. Harvey says, the most important thing to remember is that these are tools to be used as an adjunct to eating well and being active.
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FATTY FISH: Fish like salmon, tuna, sardines and mackerel provide excellent sources of protein and are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which can alter levels of leptin, a hormone associated with burning calories. University of Wisconsin researchers discovered that mice with low leptin levels had faster metabolisms and burned fat more efciently than animals with higher leptin levels. But dont worry if you cant stand sh. Fish-oil supplements such as Max Muscles Essential Omega or Max EFA are just as effective as the real thing.
GREEN TEA: Originally from China, green tea is not only a powerful antioxidant and antiinammatory, but it also helps ght fat. Green tea contains a chemical called EGCG that causes the brain and nervous system to run faster and helps you burn more calories. Researchers at Fudan University in Shanghai found people who drank regular doses of green tea every day for 90 days lost more body fat than those who did not. We want our cups (of green tea) to runneth over!
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like almonds, peanut butter and even chocolate. A slow nibble of dark or semi-sweet chocolate can slow down digestion so you feel full longer and in between meals. And not only can it help keep your belly at, studies show eating small amounts of dark chocolate is good for your heart and brain and helps control blood sugar.
CHILI PEPPERS:
Not only do chili peppers spice up our dishes, but they can do wonders for the waistline, too. Research has shown that jalapenos, serranos and super-hot habaneros can spike metabolism and help you keep off the pounds. These ery little foods contain a chemical called capsaicin, which not only gives them their pungent avor, but speeds up your heart rate and helps burn calories. For that, we say Muy Caliente!
HONORABLE MENTIONS: Other foods that help sizzle fat include olives, nuts and seeds, avocados, berries,
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(Serves 6) 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 1 Tbs olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cups Arborio rice cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc 2 cups roughly chopped fresh mushrooms, such as porcini, enoki or oyster 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp ground black pepper cup chopped fresh sage leaves 1/3 cup nely grated Parmesan cheese 1. Heat vegetable broth in a medium stockpot over medium high heat. 2. Add olive oil to a large stockpot and heat over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic and saut about one minute. Add rice and white wine and stir about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in mushrooms to coat. 3. Add cup of the heated broth and stir until almost all of the liquid has been absorbed. Continue adding broth one half cup at a time, pausing in between to stir until almost all of the liquid has been absorbed. Once all the broth has been incorporated, stir in salt, pepper and sage to combine. Then stir in the Parmesan cheese. 4. Serve hot in one-cup servings and drizzle with a nal touch of olive oil (about teaspoon), if desired.
arm res, cozy blankets, hot cider. Winter weather invites home comforts, which includes foods, too. And for good reason. Cold weather causes the body temperature to drop, often creating a natural reaction to crave heartier, more lling foods, which is not all bad. Consuming warm foods and beverages during cold weather is a healthier option over cold foods and liquids, which can further chill the body. While hearty carbohydrate-rich foods tend to get loads of negative attention when it comes to weight gain and health, the fact is that enjoying more carb and nutrient-dense foods during the winter months can be benecial to overall health. The metabolism naturally increases to warm the body up, meaning we often burn more calories during the winter months. While this is not a free pass to eat in excess, consuming foods such as warm soups, chilis and complex carbohydrates like hot pasta and roasted potatoes can actually help regulate body temperature during colder days and nights. Keep in mind, no matter what the weather, moderation is key; choose high ber options whenever possible. But, especially for those who love outdoor winter sports, adding a few carbs can be a warming idea. MS&F
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he verdict is in. Emerge is a huge success! Its helped thousands achieve their dream body and continues to help thousands of others still on their way. We promised to help you shake things up, and boy did we ever! We designed a product people love to take that res up the metabolism and suppresses the appetite, setting the stage for nothing but success. The rst thing you notice about Emerge is the taste, and with 12 avors to choose from, we have something to satisfy everyone. The second thing you notice is the kick: it literally changes your mood and your energy level within minutes. The benets dont stop there. Emerge keeps you focused and energized during your workouts, allowing for superior fat and calorie burning, speeding your metabolism like never before.
amanda Freeseman, Max Muscle's 2012 MaxForm Life Challenge Champion, lost more than 60 pounds with the help of Emerge!
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a common misconception, large or overweight people generally have a faster metabolism than smaller people do because the more tissue on our bodies, the more energy (calories) it takes to sustain it. As weight loss occurs, our metabolism slows down because there is simply less of us to heat up, meaning we need fewer calories. This is a big reason we plateau in our weight-loss efforts, or in most cases gain the weight back. Emerge was designed to help boost your metabolism. Ingredients such as caffeine, green tea extract and Advantra Z actually promote additional calorie burning in the body, providing a thermogenic effect, even if we dont do anything! Of course we know that the right exercise plan is critical. That, combined with Emerge, will keep your metabolism going, even as your weight loss continues and will help to avoid and/or break through the dreaded plateau.
choices, choices! The hardest part of taking Emerge? Choosing which delicious avor you love most!
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Muscle makes us look toned, healthy and sexy. Muscle also requires three times more calories to exist in our bodies than fat does, which is why it is so critically important that when we lose weight, we lose fat and not muscle. Emerge promotes fuel partitioning by shifting the use of fat for fuel rather than for storage. So, instead of storing fat on our stomach, hips or thighs, we will use the fat to give us energy while maintaining our precious muscle. Emerge promotes fat breakdown, transport and fat burning with the ingredients, caffeine, green tea extract, L-carnitine, L-taurine, yohimbine, octopamine, NADH, adenosine, vinpocetine and evodiamine. These ingredients work synergistically to improve body composition by burning fat and sparing muscle. The more muscle you maintain (and build) during your weight loss, the more your metabolism will be elevated and burning fat. A big reason people say that they gave up on their weight-loss goals? Hunger. Emerge contains Advantra Z, hoodia gordinii and yohimbine for appetite suppression. In addition to fat breakdown and increasing metabolism, Advantra Z helps control appetite. Hoodia gordonii is a plant that has been used for thousands of years as an appetite suppressant, and is believed to signal the brain to make us feel full and to reduce food cravings. Yohimbine, which is often used as an aphrodisiac, also has been shown to reduce appetite and food cravings.
being and improved focus. We added green tea extract, panax ginseng and glucuronolactone to Emerge because these ingredients are shown to do all of the above!
Synergy with other key fat-burning and muscle-building products will really put the weight-loss odds in your favor. Try Emerge with these Max Muscle products for even better results: Max CLA for fat breakdown from the stomach and hips Max LiquiCarn for fat transport Essential Omega for healthy fats and fuel partitioning MaxPro protein or High 5 for protein synthesis Improving body composition requires a multi-faceted approach. Your nutrition plan, exercise plan and attitude are all critical components to success. Emerge helps with all three components by keeping your metabolism revved up, providing energy to get you through your workouts and by making you feel happy and motivated! Make this the summer you feel sexy and condent with everything you do by using our newest body-slenderizing product, Emerge. Emerge is available in such mouth-watering avors as Wild Cherry Tart, Grape Blast and Strawberry Lemonade. Even more delicious avors are coming soon! Come in today to get your free sample! MS&F
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Emerge contains a patented ingredient called Advantra Z. Advantra Z is an extract of a citrus fruit and has been shown to be effective in fat breakdown, thermogenesis, appetite control and ultimately, in increasing the ratio of lean muscle to total body mass. While this ingredient increases our metabolic rate, helping us burn more calories, it does this without increasing our heart rate or raising blood pressure! Advantra Z has also been shown to improve athletic performance.
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Our Max EFA product does not contain xylitol. It is delivered in a softgel that would have to be cut open for your pets. Check with your veterinarian if this product is appropriate.
I have high blood pressure for which I am taking a daily medication to keep it under control. Are there any supplements you can recommend that are safe for me to take AND effective to lose weight?
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How much elemental iron is in your Max Nutraceuticals Chelated Iron capsules?
There are 18 mg of elemental iron per serving, which is 100 percent Daily Value. Elemental iron means the absolute amount of iron delivered to your system. If you require higher amounts of iron, you should check with your healthcare provider.
Any of our non-stimulating weight loss supplements should be ne. These would include Cleanse & Lean, LiquiCarn, CLA and Quadra Cuts Night-Time. I would suggest to let your doctor know you are interested in taking these products and show him/her the Product Data Sheets available from our stores or website (MaxMuscle.com).
Athletes Choice Pro Elite Creatine contains 5g of all three quality creatines in just one scoop. The guys at the Max Muscle store say one scoop per day is sufcient for my high intensity body building routine. I'm 6-foot-1, 225 pounds. What are your thoughts?
One of your essential fatty acids products indicates on the packaging that the product is not to be given to pets. Is there a particular reason why? My pets have been prescribed essential fatty acids for a medical condition and prior to noticing the warning on your label, I thought EFAs were safe to give to pets?
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You are likely referring to our Essential Omega product, which contains xylitol, a sugar alcohol and articial sweetener. Xylitol is found in many sugar-free gums, candies and other food products. Xylitol has been linked to serious health issues and poisonings in dogs, ferrets and possibly other animals, so that's the reason for the warning on the label.
At your height and weight and the fact that you are a high intensity body builder, 5g should be an adequate dose of creatine per day assuming you have gone through the loading phase. Your weight is right at the low end of going from 1 to the 1 scoops. My suggestion is to go ahead and use the higher 1 scoops (or 7.5g) per day as the maintenance dose and 7.5g four times per day for ve days as the loading dose. This information is listed on the Pro Elite label. Some body builders also benet from cycling on and off creatine by taking loading doses for 3-5 days every 3-4 weeks of training. You may want to try this if you have not already done so. Research also suggests that the greatest benets of creatine occur during periods of heavy training as compared to cycling off creatine when not training. MS&F
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Who is Dr. Harvey? Phillip W. Harvey, PhD, RD, FACN, is the Chief Scientic Ofcer for Max Muscle. A leading expert in nutritional biochemistry and sports nutrition, he has been involved in education, research and the nutritional industry for more than 25 years.
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