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Does Doing Cardio Twice a Day Accelerate Fat Loss or Backfire?
Does Doing Cardio Twice a Day Accelerate Fat Loss or Backfire?

Cardio Training

Does Doing Cardio Twice a Day Accelerate Fat Loss or Backfire?

2025-05-10T07:33:50-04:00By Tom Venuto|Cardio Training|

Years ago, I wrote something in my Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle e-book that people still talk about today. It was about cardio - and it made some waves: “If I wanted to get as lean as possible, as fast as possible, I’d do cardio twice a day, seven days a week, until I hit my goal. Then I’d scale back to maintenance.” That quote has been floating around for over two decades now, and not surprisingly, it still sparks debate and prompts questions... like "Does double cardio burn more fat or just burn you out?

Keto Diet Myths That Still Aren’t Dead In 2025
Keto Diet Myths That Still Aren’t Dead In 2025

Weight Loss & Fat Loss

Keto Diet Myths That Still Aren’t Dead In 2025

2025-05-09T14:18:01-04:00By Tom Venuto|Weight Loss & Fat Loss|

Keto: Still Misunderstood in 2025... The keto diet isn’t new. but the myths still won’t die. In this post, I break down what keto really is, why it works for some people, and why it often backfires for others. I’ve tried it myself, studied the research, and seen the same myths resurface for years, especially the ones about carbs, calories, and insulin. If you’re still wondering whether keto is magic, risky, or just misunderstood… this will set the record straight

Craziest Supplement Scam I’ve Ever Seen
Craziest Supplement Scam I’ve Ever Seen

Hall of Shame, Supplements

Craziest Supplement Scam I’ve Ever Seen

2025-04-26T05:06:49-04:00By Tom Venuto|Hall of Shame, Supplements|

I've been in the health and fitness business for 35 years, and I thought I'd seen it all. But here we are in 2025 and I'm afraid the BS is more rampant than ever. I hope you're being careful out there. The ethics of the weight loss and fitness industry have fallen off a cliff. Every time I think the supplement industry can't stoop lower, it does. This one takes the cake:

New Science Reveals How Visualization Makes You Stronger
New Science Reveals How Visualization Makes You Stronger

Motivation & Mindset

New Science Reveals How Visualization Makes You Stronger

2025-04-11T20:49:51-04:00By Tom Venuto|Motivation & Mindset|

Elite athletes have used visualization for decades, but many fitness enthusiasts remain skeptical. Revolutionary brain imaging research now reveals exactly what happens in your brain during effective visualization, and why it produces real, measurable strength gains. Discover how this mental technique creates the same neural patterns as physical training, and learn five evidence-based strategies to incorporate it into your workouts for immediate results.

How to Control Food Cravings: 5 Science-Backed Methods That Actually Work
How to Control Food Cravings: 5 Science-Backed Methods That Actually Work

Motivation & Mindset, Weight Loss & Fat Loss

How to Control Food Cravings: 5 Science-Backed Methods That Actually Work

2025-04-11T19:02:37-04:00By Tom Venuto|Motivation & Mindset, Weight Loss & Fat Loss|

Research shows 94% of us experience regular food cravings—not because we lack willpower, but due to complex biological and psychological triggers. Discover why the most commonly craved foods are twice as calorie-dense as our regular diet, higher in sugar, higher in fat, and lower in protein. Learn 5 science-backed strategies to control cravings without feeling deprived, including one surprising 10-minute technique proven to eliminate even the strongest chocolate cravings.

Wooden: A Lifetime Of Observations And Reflections On And Off The Court By John Wooden Book Review
Wooden: A Lifetime Of Observations And Reflections On And Off The Court By John Wooden Book Review

Book Reviews

Wooden: A Lifetime Of Observations And Reflections On And Off The Court By John Wooden Book Review

2025-04-11T17:11:57-04:00By Tom Venuto|Book Reviews|

John Wooden's timeless wisdom extends far beyond basketball courts. In this 5-star masterpiece, legendary UCLA coach Wooden distills life lessons on character, leadership, and his famous Pyramid of Success. Despite never following basketball myself, I've read this book countless times for its profound insights. Filled with quotable wisdom and practical philosophy, it remains one of my most treasured self-development and leadership resources, especially my personally autographed copy

Walking To Live Longer: The Blue Zone Anti-Aging Secret Backed by Science
Walking To Live Longer: The Blue Zone Anti-Aging Secret Backed by Science

Health, Walking & Hiking

Walking To Live Longer: The Blue Zone Anti-Aging Secret Backed by Science

2025-03-21T19:30:45-04:00By Tom Venuto|Health, Walking & Hiking|

Want to live longer? One of the most powerful anti-aging secrets isn’t some pricey supplement, extreme diet, or intense workout. It’s something you already do - walking. Research shows that regular walking can slash disease risk, improve brain health, and even help you live longer—just like the world’s longest-living populations in the Blue Zones. Read on to discover how walking could be your simplest path to a longer, healthier life."

Overcoming Self-Doubt: A No-BS Guide For Fat Loss And Fitness Success
Overcoming Self-Doubt: A No-BS Guide For Fat Loss And Fitness Success

Motivation & Mindset

Overcoming Self-Doubt: A No-BS Guide For Fat Loss And Fitness Success

2025-03-14T16:18:19-04:00By Tom Venuto|Motivation & Mindset|

Are you trapped in a cycle of self-doubt that's sabotaging your fitness goals? Discover 8 proven strategies to break free from overthinking and finally take action. Learn how to silence the mental saboteur holding you back, build confidence through small wins, and create systems that make success inevitable. This no-BS guide cuts through the mental noise and gives you practical tools to transform your mindset first and then your body

You Can Eat Processed Food And Still Lose Fat. But Should You?
You Can Eat Processed Food And Still Lose Fat. But Should You?

Food & Nutrition, Weight Loss & Fat Loss

You Can Eat Processed Food And Still Lose Fat. But Should You?

2025-03-13T21:43:54-04:00By Tom Venuto|Food & Nutrition, Weight Loss & Fat Loss|

Is it true that you can lose body fat if you're in a calorie deficit, regardless of what foods you eat? Contrary to what many people think, it is true! If so, then why avoid tasty processed food? You only live once (YOLO), so why not eat anything you want, just being sure to stay in a deficit, and enjoy life? The answer is, calories are the bottom line when it comes to weight loss but there's more to a good nutrition plan than just calories

Cracking the Egg Myth: Why Nutrition Experts Now Recommend What They Once Feared
Cracking the Egg Myth: Why Nutrition Experts Now Recommend What They Once Feared

Food & Nutrition, Health

Cracking the Egg Myth: Why Nutrition Experts Now Recommend What They Once Feared

2025-03-02T10:30:40-05:00By Tom Venuto|Food & Nutrition, Health|

For many years, people have been confused about eggs. Will the cholesterol in eggs increase the cholesterol in your blood? Are the yolks bad for your heart? Should you only eat egg whites? This article will explain what modern science tells us about eggs and health.