Friday, March 23, 2007

3 workouts a week and lose your time

“You have to do your exercise program 3 times a week”: this statement has been told for years by personal trainers and doctors.
But is it really effective? It supposes you train at least 45 minutes to one hour: this is the average time you need for a complete workout.
I see 3 major problems with this plan:

1- The impact of this plan, even with very well designed workouts, will be very low and it’s going to take weeks and weeks before you see some results.
2- These workouts are time consuming and it could be a problem with many people: are you going to stick with this plan for at least 6 months without to miss one single workout? Not sure!
3- Not seeing quick results is not good for motivation: many people stop to exercise because body transformation takes a too long time.

The solution is the strategy many athletes use for peak performance:
- The workouts have to be intense: intensity is a key; be progressive and you’ll see major results.
- The workouts have to be short: I think it’s good news for many people. Did you know you can get a total body workout in just 15 minutes!
- You have to train more often: 5 or 6 times a week. Elite athletes train 2 or 3 times a day: you can use this strategy to train twice a day for a 3 week cycle plan and you’ll see your results skyrocket.

Bottom line: 3 workouts a week will always be beneficial for long term benefits.
But it is not efficient for fast results, and people want fast results. My advice: cut right now your long and traditional workout and boost intensity and frequency.

Resources for short workouts and quick results: Gladiator-Fitness.com

Thursday, March 22, 2007

Boxing and conditioning Bootcamps


This is probably one of the fastest way to get in shape: working out inside a bootcamp 3 to 6 times a week.
The programs focus on boxing and conditioning: in the same time you improve overall conditioning, you learn how to throw a punch, you get a real coaching.
The sessions are early in the morning and they are short: 20 minutes. But you get a total body workout without the problems having to spend too much time.
It can be very intense but you don't finish the workout burned out... well, you need all your energy for your day!
In fact you are going to leave with more energy: a 20 minutes bootcamp workout may result in 3 or 4 hours of increased productivity. In fact we strongly believe this is the perfect strategy to start your day, these 20 minutes will have a tremendous impact on the effectiveness of all the daily tasks.
And bottom line, you improve your well-being and your health.

Fore more information and contact: Boxing and Conditioning Bootcamp in New York.

Wednesday, February 28, 2007

Challenge yourself on a stability ball

The use of a stability ball may give us new challenges: this exercise is not for beginner; even if you have already a good strength, the stabilization is a challenge. Extreme focus is necessary for performing this exercise, give it a try and tell me...



Friday, February 09, 2007

Stretch and relax!



If you are stressed, if you have muscular tensions, this exercise with a swiss ball is going to help you to relax. The stretch of the spine is optimal and progressive, you decompress all vertabraes.
Stretch progressively according to your flexibility, relax, let the breathing go naturally.
Keep the position from 5 to 30 seconds, you have to feel confortable.
Do this exercise at the end of each workout. If you are stiff, be sure your spine is going to be very happy!
Have a good workout!

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Wednesday, January 24, 2007

In a rush? 3 minutes conditioning programs


If you are in a rush and you miss or postpone often your workout, here the solution:
subscribe and get the first part of "The 3 minutes Gladiator Fitness Conditioning Program" free; as soon as you confirm your email address you'll receive the link to download the ebook.
This 55 pages ebook contains 12 different optimized workouts: body weight, dumbbells and stability ball.
These workout are simple but highly effective: you work in the same time strength, endurance and flexibility.
If you want to start an exercise program without spending hours in the gym, it's for you.
If you are completly out of shape, it's for you.
And even you are already athletic and want to save time, check out!
http://www.dominique-paris.com

Thursday, January 18, 2007

A total body workout: legs conditioning

For many years we have been taught to train at least 45 minutes or 1 hour to get a total body workout. If you train on machines, sure you need time: one exercise for the chest, one for the upper back, one for the shoulders, one for the low back, one for the quads, one for the hamstrings…and maybe two more to hit the biceps and triceps…Several sets of each exercise and you spent at least one hour and maybe more if you are not completely focused on your program (means loosing time talking to a friend, too much rest…).
A lot of people cannot afford this situation, so they do not exercise!

The truth is you can get a total body workout in just a few minutes: choose the right exercises (two or three) and focus on the intensity (adjust according to your fitness level).

The hindu squat is a complete exercise for legs and even upper body; I learned this exercise many years ago from Matt Furey and this is a terrific exercise. You need only your body weight. Check out the video and give it a try!




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Tuesday, December 12, 2006

A new conditioning program


“Do you Run out of Time and still Want the Maximum Benefits of an Exercise Fitness Program?”

Are you interested to cut by 3 or 5 or even 10 the time spent in your workout–at least- and get better results than before?

Or maybe are you looking for an effective way to Start an Exercise Program you can do and repeat anytime and anywhere?

Coming in December 2006:

Tuesday, October 31, 2006

Boxing and conditioning with Simon Bakinde


Last week I travelled to New York to visit my friend and partner Simon Bakinde. Simon is a professional boxer and a coach. I had the opportunity to watch him in action while coaching a few of his clients; well, the man has everything:

- he is in an exceptional body shape, athletic and lean; this guy has strength and power.
- he has skills of high level: he can show you the perfect technique if you want to.
- and not the less important he got the talent of coaching: he knows how to teach, he knows how to motivate, he knows how to communicate... If you are looking to learn or improve boxing skills and get some secret conditioning tips from a professional boxer, my advice is to go straight to Simon Bakinde.
Simon works currently with businessmen, women and kids. You can reach him at 347 249 6220.

Tuesday, October 10, 2006

Mind power


To get in shape quickly is a commitment: it means you have to train everyday. The key is focus.
You can now improve your focus and your mind power with an amazing tool: check it out here:

How to Unlock the True Power of Your Mind and Achieve a Level of Success That You Never Thought Possible!

Friday, September 29, 2006

Boxing training

Boxing is one of the best exercise to get in shape quickly: shadow boxing, or heavy bag if you are already in a decent shape. A boxer get a lean physique because he trains in intervals and this is very intense. A program is composed with boxing, bodyweight and weight training, high intensity cardiovascular training and sprints.
But you don't need to be a professional boxer like the one on this video; there is an effective way to "kick butt" your workouts, even if you are a complete beginner or if you are too busy to exercise! MORE COMING SOON!


Wednesday, August 30, 2006

Interval training vs heart attack

Interval training is a very successul method of cardiovascular conditioning among athletes.
But it is also a vey effective method for improving your heart health.
Dr Al Sears shows it is critical to lower the LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol):
you have to increase your HDL (good cholesterol) and here are a few natural ways:

- Use intervals when exercising: you'll increase progressively the intensity.
Nutrition:
- Eliminate trans-fats: fried food, cookies and crakers with hydrogenated oil,
- Avoid high fat meat,
- Get fish oils, nuts, avocadoes, olives: they are great source of omega-3-fatty acids,
- Put regularly fresh garlic into your meals.

To learn more, I highly recommend:

The Doctor's Heart Cure

Beyond the Modern Myths of Diet and Exercise: The Clinically-Proven Plan of Breakthrough Health Secrets That Helps You Build a Powerful, Disease-Free Heart

By Al Sears, M.D.

Paperback 320 pages or Digital Book 1.7MB PDF

Friday, August 04, 2006

Are you a runner?

In endurance sports like running, it is very easy to reach a "plateau" and get stuck for ever!
Why?
Because everybody trains in the same way: same routine over the years, same programs. The use of a heart rate monitor doesn't mean you're going to break your best time.

If you are a runner (or endurance athlete) and want to boost your performance, check out the revolutionnary approach of the distance running coach Rick Karboviak: Click Here!

Thursday, July 27, 2006

Challenge your abs!


Do you know which are the best abdominal exercises ?
All depends of you present fitness level: there are many good exercises but some are more effective. The main stream of the fitness industry teaches to isolate the abs: it's easy for starting and you can feel the work without the risk of injury.
But exercises like crunches on the floor are very limited and people reach a plateau very quickly.

The solution: get a few tough exercises like this one, and your progress will skyrocket.
You can read more at my new article: Gladiator-Fitness
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Abdominal breathing is one of the best ways to control your stress level, your focus and your energy: you can boost your well being with just a few exercises: click here to learn more:
Abdominal breathing.

Friday, July 21, 2006

Boxing Workout in New York


I just teamed up with my friend Simon Bakinde: Simon Bakinde is a PROFESSIONAL BOXER AND PERSONAL TRAINER; he is the founder of GETNSHAPE system of training.
He has been in boxing and fitness field for more then 13 years and have done 26 professional fights: so do not mess with him...(just kidding).
We have a "kick butt" project together and I will travel to New York very soon.
But you can Get in shape with BOXING exercises right away!!!!
Lose weight, Improve your total body conditioning, Get lean and athletic while working out those muscles you never knew you had!
Get into the insider secrets of a professional boxer and conditioning coach!
Call simon at 347-249-6220 to visit the gym located at 122 west 27th street (between 6 and 7 Ave.), Manatthan.
Check out our great rates:
  • $300 for 9 Sessions,
  • 18 Sessions for $575,
  • 27 Sessions $850 (personal training ).
  • For ONE FREE SESSION (30mn), call Simon today: 347-249-6220
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Thursday, June 29, 2006

Saturday, June 17, 2006

Medicine ball training video


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Medicine ball is an amazing tool for full body exercises: here a professional boxer, Christophe Canclaux; he is working out his explosive power.
Medicine ball exercises are for all level; they are very effective and fun... more to come...

Wednesday, June 14, 2006

Water for exercise


Yesterday night I was watching a soccer game at the World Cup.

Both teams appeared to suffer from the heat. Some players, usually explosive and fast appeared slower in the second part of the game.
If you train when the weather is hot it is critical to be perfectly hydrated: the body is made up of 70-75% of water and even a small decrease of 2 or 3% will translate with a lack of energy and poor performance.
Water is the main fuel source for an effective metabolism, exit coffee and sodas!
If you train hard you may take some sports drinks during training for a better recovery but you have to check the label: too many drinks have too much sugar, the ideal concentration is between 6 and 8% (14-19 grams of carbs per eight-ounce serving).
A sport drink can boost you but do not forget to drink plenty of water before training.

Resource for the quality of water in your home: Drinking water guide

Friday, June 09, 2006

If you run a business, get fit!

If you are busy to build or run your business, time is probably a major problem to take care of your body and conditioning you are simply unable to get one hour to go to the gym!

Level of energy is the second factor for not taking action: during the day, everybody can feel a lack of energy for a while and the habit of many people will be to grab a cup of coffee to boost the focus.

Well, not very healthy, but you know that already!

Here a solution for these problems:

Move for 3 minutes, exercise for 3 minutes: do it everyday. No equipment is required, do it with just your bodyweight. It can be done anywhere.

For example:
- Squats for 20 seconds, following with 10 seconds of deep breathing
- Pushups for 20 seconds, following with 10 seconds of deep breathing
Repeat 3 times: it’s only 3 minutes.

You’ll not need coffee and you’ll get at least one hour of increased productivity: 3 minutes for one hour, not bad!

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Saturday, June 03, 2006

Determination for a knockout


Tonight, in Germany, the French boxer Christophe Canclaux used his punching power to knockout his opponent in the 4th round.
He used also extreme concentration and determination along with a targeted aggressiveness.
This focus is developed during high intensity training sessions.
When you master this kind of mental state, nothing can stop you!
So train with intense concentration, whatever your goal is, you’ll reach it!