THE TRUTH: Reducing fat on your Stomach!

Dr. Gabe Mirkin's Fitness and Health e-Zine
August 19, 2007

Spot Reduction Exercises are Not Effective

Many people believe that if they do enough sit-ups they
will get rid of belly fat, but your body does not work that way.
Exercising a specific muscle does not get rid of more fat over
that muscle in comparison to the rest of your body. If it did,
tennis players would have less fat in their tennis arms, and this
does not happen. Strength training strengthens weak muscles,
but it cannot remove fat specifically over the strengthened
muscle
A recent study from the University of Connecticut
showed that men who exercised one arm against heavy
resistance for 12 weeks appeared to lose more fat in their
exercised arm than their inactive one when fat was measured
by a caliper that calculated skin thickness (Medicine & Science
in Sports & Exercise, July 2007). However, when the same
authors used an MRI machine to measure fat underneath the
skin, there was no difference between the exercised and non-
exercised arms.
When you take in more calories than your body burns,
you store the extra calories as fat. More than half of the fat in
your body is stored underneath your skin and over your
muscles. Your stomach will look better when your belly
muscles are strong, but sit-ups or crunches will not remove
extra fat from your belly. The only way to lose fat from a specific
part of your body is to lose weight overall.




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Hot off the presses, my 4th title, "Lose Weight in 8!"

Even before 'A Trainers Dozen' is out of the box, I decided to release another title, 'Lose Weight In 8!" If you are looking to get into your best shape, and your nutrition and training haven't been all that it could be, you NEED this book. If you would like to: Lose 1-2 inches on those 'trouble' areas, lose some unwanted bodyfat, lose that bloated, chubby face as a result of water retention and tighten up the superficial layer to take on a tighter appearance, ....AND.... would like to do so in only 8 days, then this book has your name written ALL OVER IT!

A Trainers Dozen Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Personal Trainer & Author, Jimi Varner, reveals what it REALLY takes to be a successful personal trainer.

LIVONIA, MI—AUGUST 2007— Jimi Varner reveals how personal trainers can be successful in A Trainers Dozen in conjunction with Lulu (www.lulu.com), the world’s fastest-growing provider of print-on-demand books.

A Trainers Dozen reveals the 13 principles that have helped Personal Trainer Jimi Varner double his income every two years, by delivering beyond customer expectation. The book is packed with 8 years worth of fascinating stories, underdog victories, as well as embarrassing defeats, embedded within the principles that will help trainers to deliver 13, when only 12 are expected.

Jimi Varner wrote A Trainers Dozen to help personal trainers increase their chance for longevity in the competitive market of personal training. A Trainers Dozen is available for purchase at www.aTrainersDozen.com and www.Lulu.com

“The average personal trainer earns LESS than $30,000 a year. 50% of new trainers don’t bother to renew their certification. I have overcome the odds and want others to do the same,” said Jimi Varner.

Link to Publication*: http://stores.lulu.com/jimivarner


ABOUT AUTHOR


Jimi Varner is an ACE-Certified Personal Trainer, Corporate Fitness Consultant, Public Speaker, and author of several books and articles on nutrition, training, and motivation. A former professional wrestler, he teaches Health & Fitness classes in the Fitness Leadership program at Henry Ford Community College in Dearborn, Michigan. This is his third book. His second book, titled The Dieter’s Deliverance, is available at www.TheDietersDeliverance.com or www.JimiVarner.com



MEDIA CONTACT: Jimi Varner, JimiVarner@aol.com

Click HERE to order Jimi's new book!

A Trainers Dozen: 13 principles for personal training success, reveals what it takes to be a successful Personal Trainer. Packed with practical & powerful tools from everyday, in-the-trenches experience, painful lessons, and motivating stories by 8-year veteran, Jimi Varner. In May of 2004, the median annual earnings of personal trainers and group exercise instructors was just $25,470. The average Personal Trainer barely earns $30,000 a year and 50% don’t even bother to renew their certifications! If you are thinking about a career in Personal Training, this book is a MUST READ.

You can order A Trainers Dozen by visiting the publisher at LuLu.com

Jimi Varner

Beware of "N.M.S!"

Beware of 'N-M-S'!
by Jimi Varner


While walking up to work one day, I noticed a member just sitting in the car and gazing off into space.

I had seen this look before.

This person had the 'deer in headlights' look about them, so I decided to go up and see if everything was okay.

Just as I had suspected, this person suffered from a common condition called, 'N-M-S', 'No Motivation Syndrome'. They were trying to get motivated to come into the workout room, but they just couldn't find the motivation to get out of the car.

Has this ever happened to you? It's like Sunday morning, you wake up and find that you don't have the energy to get out of bed and go to church. Sure, you can think of a million reasons why you shouldn't go, but if you can muster up the strength to put on that 'Sunday best', after the service is over, you are always glad you went, right?


Okay, back to business!
I have two suggestions to help you get and stay motivated to workout!

1. Hire a Personal Trainer - The benefits are many. Here as just a few:
Accountability - you are being charged AND the trainer is waiting for you!
Motivation - a good trainer will be able to draw more out of you during the workout.
Inspiration - our trainers have a long list of accomplishments that are inspirational.
Challenging - one of our trainers can design a workout that is both challenging and exciting.

2. Train with a friend/workout buddy - Below are some of the benefits:
Accountability - just see what happens when you don't show up at 6 a.m.!
Motivation - this is a great opportunity to spend time together.
Inspiration - share your goals and push each other to achieve them.
Challenging - they can bring out the competitive side of you like nobody else!
Unlike team sports or group activities, the weight room can be a lonely place of solitude. It doesn't have to be. The benefits of a well-designed strength training program are only productive if you actually do it.

With the Summer winding down and the kiddies going back in school, stack the cards in your favor this Fall! Consider this strategy for protecting yourself against the deadly 'N-M-S" virus and get into great shape in time for the holiday season!

TIP

If you are frustrated over the hardness/density of natural
peanut butter, try the following tip:
After your whole-grain bread is toasted, immediately put
a portion of your hard, but healthy NATURAL peanut butter
on the hot toast, wait 45 seconds, the peanut butter will
have softened by the heat of the toast! Enjoy, don't forget to
sprinkle lightly with cinnamon!

TIP

If you are looking to curb the nighttime ice cream
cravings, freeze some red or white grapes in a
freezer bag and pull a few of them out during
those weak moments. A handful of grapes
will save you several hundred calories.

Foods you WANT to eat!

Foods you want to eat!

Fish
Eggs
Chicken breasts
Lean red meat
Cottage cheese
Milk protein isolates
Whey protein isolates
Green vegetables
Salads
Legumes
Low glycemic index fruits
Oatmeal
Sweet potatoes
Mixed grain bread
Fish oil, flax oil, olive oil
Mixed nuts

Now, here's a list of foods that you'd want to try and avoid:

Fatty meats
Fatty dairy foods
Most lunch meat (processed)
Whole milk
White bread
Refined sugars
Most cereals
Soda
Fruit juice
Bagels
Fruit bars
Candy
Margarine
Vegetable oil
Corn oil
Heated or fried oils in general

A Trainers Dozen Book Cover

Okay guys, I think this is the REAL new book cover. After going around and around, this just might be it! Email me your thoughts @ JimiVarner@aol.com

Here is what some are saying about "A Trainers Dozen"

"The book, I think , is great! Made me think about a couple of things for
sure. We (I) get so comfortable with my clients......cannot forget that
they are paying customers and I need to be giving them their $$ worth. I
think that it flowed , very informational and honestly I do not know what I
would change!!" - Mollie M. - Personal Trainer

"I think it is really good... it is definitely thought provoking - and will be especially to the new PT...for the more experienced and good personal trainers out there who may read it, they will say to themselves - "I should have written a book!"....so kudos to you for moving forward with it and doing it!...great testament to you!" - Rob G. - Athletic Trainer - Boston, MA

"Great job!!!!! Just finished reading your book.

It is a wonderful "how to" be successful in personal training." - John K. - Novi, MI

Are you considering a career as a Personal Trainer?

This Fall, my new book, "A Trainer's Dozen - 13 Principles for Personal Training Success" will be available! I am very excited about sharing the principles that have made me successful as a Personal Trainer.

Did you know that 80% of personal trainers made LESS THAN $30,000 a year.

More than 50% never renew their certifications.

Over the last 8 years, I have made my living as a full-time Personal Trainer. My day-to-day, in-the-trenches experience qualifies me.

In the book, I will share the 13 principles that have made me successful.

The greatest things in life are on my blog:)

Jimi's World Famous Protein Bars!

1 Cup of apple sauce
1/4 cup of brown sugar
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 cups of oatmeal
1 cup of protein powder
1 1/2 cups of whole wheat flour
(dried fruit, nuts, etc.. to taste)

Beat apple sauce, sugar, and egg whites. Add rest of ingredients and mix together. Spread mixture in a 9 x 9 pan sprayed with Pam. Bake at 350 degrees until golden brown approximately 15 minutes.

Instead, ...ask

Instead of asking, "Which supplement will help me lose weight",
ask, "Which foods should I eat that won't increase my appetite?"

Instead of asking, "How much cardio should I do?",
ask,"What type of cardio will help me reach my goals?"

Instead of asking, "Which diet should I follow?"
ask, "How should I eat to lose bodyfat?"

Think for a change.... any questions? :)

New Book for Trainers

I am currently working on a book that will serve as a valuable resource for Personal Trainers and those interested in becoming one. The title is, "A Trainer's Dozen" and will contain stories, principles, and lessons I have learned over my 8 year career.

Rhonda Hart died yesterday. She was a very special woman who gave me my first radio interview two years ago. My thoughts and prayers go out to her husband Eric and the WMUZ 103.5 FM family.

She knew Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior, and soon, each of us who know Him will join her in heaven.

R.I.P. Rhonda..... I'll miss you.

New and Improved Look

Hi everyone. As you can see, I have updated my blog and will be posting more regularly. I encourage any and all feedback and look forward to sharing my thoughts, views, and opinions regarding the fitness industry and its future.

A humbling reminder for the Delivered

About three weeks ago, I attempted to begin a radical 'diet' system. I had every intention of taking off 4 inches from my waistline, shedding 5 pounds of fat, and taking my physical conditioning to the next level. Unfortunately, during that time, my body began to rebel. What I mean is this, as I started losing body fat at rapid fire speed, I also began to get sick, first the traditional symptoms of a cold or flu, and then, full blown fatigue. What did this accomplish? Well, I reached a goal, .... temporarily, but suddenly, the body rebelled. Even the author of the book, Jimi Varner, needs a reminder that DIET'S DON'T WORK, and 'moderation' and consistency is key to long-lasting and SAFE weight loss.

Book Review

Here is what readers are saying about the book!
"I don't focus so much on the "diet" aspect of dieting anymore. It's like Jimi says in his book, you can't deprive your body of one food group in favor of another. You have to learn moderation and smart food choices. Boy, I wish I had learned this stuff when I was younger. Maybe the selfishness and conceitedness of youth would have made me work harder at this stuff. But I don't and won't quit quitting. It's so good to have an ally."


"I love the Bible passages you used...and it also got me to open my Bible... that's always a good thing"

"I'm going to begin the book again... I'm sure I missed messages..."

"This book has truly brought freedom to my home, I can't thank you enough for listening to God and writing this book!"
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- Exposes the myths and lies behind diets
- Discover the principles of permanent- Explains that there is no "good" or "bad" foods
- Reveals the truth behind cyclical diet patterns - Get free from destructive eating patterns
- Diets don't work, ... and they never will!
The Dieter's Deliverance: Breaking the chains of bondage! is a revelation of the freedom we can all have from destructive diet and strict, unrealistic eating patterns. Coming from a biblical perspective, author Jimi Varner established his credibility through real world experience through a successful career as a Fitness Professional and Corporate Consultant to Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. This unique work takes a spiritual and scientific perspective to support his findings in this thought-provoking and refreshingly liberating book. After reading this selection, you'll agree that the diet and fitness industry have failed to produce on promises and must stand up and take notice! Many of us are sick and tired of the latest fads, cyclical dieting, and the continuous spin the diet industry continues to put on the American public. The Dieter’s Deliverance isn't another tired diet book or rigid program; it's an empowering solution to America’s growing epidemic, not obesity, but diets.
Chapter one, "God's Ways Are Not Our Ways", examines the problems and struggles we face today’s world.

Chapter two, "Diets Are LEGALISM", talks about the personal frustration Jimi had when his personal training clients were not achieving their goals, despite all their efforts. Americans continue to search for the magic bullet, but none can be found, despite all the ‘right’ information that is available. Throughout this book, Jimi continues to develop and explain the spiritual AND scientific reasons why 'diets don't work', and never will.
Chapter three reveals and explains that “All Foods Are Made Clean” and chapter four, "Don't worry about your life" examines the reasons why worrying about every detail isn't going to produce the desired results.

Chapter five, “Finding Balance In Moderation”, helps the reader to develop and find their own personal balance and reveals the book’s most insightful points to attaining victory on the quest for diet deliverance. Chapter six, “Freedom In Christ”, reminds us of freedom and power that is available to us all.

Chapter seven concludes with, "A House In Order" putting the finishing touches on this dynamic work, inspiring the reader with solid biblically truths and sound concepts that will empower the reader to say ‘no’ to diets forever!

Welcome to the Blog everybody. I encourage any and all feedback, including questions that you may have regarding my book, training or consulting services, as well as personal thoughts. You are also encouraged to interact on a variety of topics pertaining to fitness, faith, food, or finances. God Bless you and thanks for visiting:)

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