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How Often Should You Train Your Abs?
How Often Should You Train Your Abs?

Abs

How Often Should You Train Your Abs?

2026-02-12T12:44:37-05:00By Tom Venuto|Abs|

Some people believe the abs should be trained just like any other body part. But many believe the abs can handle more frequent training, such as every other day. And you'll always bump into people who recommend training the abs almost every day. How often should you train your abs might seem confusing, but the science of resistance training has advanced to the point where we've got some good best practices that the majority of people can follow with confidence.

Is Training Each Muscle Once A Week Enough?
Is Training Each Muscle Once A Week Enough?

bodybuilding, Weight Training

Is Training Each Muscle Once A Week Enough?

2026-02-06T15:00:51-05:00By Tom Venuto|bodybuilding, Weight Training|

One of the biggest debates in bodybuilding in the past decade has been about whether a higher or lower training frequency is better. Early studies that compared training each muscle only once a week to twice a week seemed to suggest twice a week produces more gains and that's what most trainers heavily promoted. But more recent studies that were better designed have increased our understanding of this subject

The Marshmallow Test Book Review: Why Self-Control Is The Engine Of Success
The Marshmallow Test Book Review: Why Self-Control Is The Engine Of Success

Uncategorized

The Marshmallow Test Book Review: Why Self-Control Is The Engine Of Success

2026-02-06T17:08:43-05:00By Tom Venuto|Uncategorized|

A detailed review of The Marshmallow Test by Walter Mischel, the classic book on self-control and delayed gratification. Learn what the famous marshmallow experiments really showed, why self-control matters for long-term success, and how these insights apply to health, fitness, and sustainable weight control in real life

Italian Chicken and Rice Casserole (Easy One-Pot Oven Bake)
Italian Chicken and Rice Casserole (Easy One-Pot Oven Bake)

Recipes

Italian Chicken and Rice Casserole (Easy One-Pot Oven Bake)

2026-02-07T11:16:26-05:00By Tom Venuto|Recipes|

This Italian chicken and rice casserole is a true bragging-rights recipe. It’s a one-pot oven bake made with rice, tomato sauce, lean chicken, and plenty of vegetables - diced tomato, mushrooms and green bell pepper. it tastes way better than the macros suggest (under 400 calories). Huge Italian flavor, high protein, and minimal cleanup because it's a one-pot. This is the kind of recipe you make for your fam and they think you are a culinary genius, but of course you have to reveal that you got it from Tom Venuto's Burn the Fat Blog

One Skillet Chicken Fajitas (Low-Calorie, Fat Loss Friendly)
One Skillet Chicken Fajitas (Low-Calorie, Fat Loss Friendly)

Recipes

One Skillet Chicken Fajitas (Low-Calorie, Fat Loss Friendly)

2026-01-30T14:43:16-05:00By Tom Venuto|Recipes|

Who doesn't love chicken fajitas? Not many, I figure. They're a favorite in Mexican restaurants, but you can make them healthier at home, controlling the fat and salt if you choose, and they are just as tasty! They're also versatile, because you can enjoy the veggies and protein for very low carb, or give yourself the amount of carbs you want by serving with whole grain tortillas, or rice. Super simple one-skillet recipe, and fast too!

How To Keep Weight Off After Losing It: 10 Keys To Lifelong Maintenance
How To Keep Weight Off After Losing It: 10 Keys To Lifelong Maintenance

Weight Loss & Fat Loss

How To Keep Weight Off After Losing It: 10 Keys To Lifelong Maintenance

2026-01-31T11:34:18-05:00By Tom Venuto|Weight Loss & Fat Loss|

Losing weight is hard, but keeping it off is even harder. Research shows most people regain what they lose. This article explains how successful long-term maintainers beat the odds, using 10 proven strategies based on National Weight Control Registry research and decades of real-world coaching experience.

Does Exercise Really Help With Weight Loss? If So, Why Do Experts Say It’s Useless?
Does Exercise Really Help With Weight Loss? If So, Why Do Experts Say It’s Useless?

Exercise & Fitness, Weight Loss & Fat Loss

Does Exercise Really Help With Weight Loss? If So, Why Do Experts Say It’s Useless?

2026-01-25T12:44:40-05:00By Tom Venuto|Exercise & Fitness, Weight Loss & Fat Loss|

For several years now, there has been a theory that when you exercise more, some of the increased calorie burn is "cancelled" because your basal metabolic rate decreases. An internationally publicized study now appears to confirm this, showing 27.7% "energy compensation." This has caused a number of fitness influencers to start claiming exercise doesn't work for weight loss and that "Weight loss is all diet." But what does a closer look at this research really say? Tom Venuto digs deep into the science and clears up the controversy...

Double Berry Baked Oatmeal (Berry Bake) With Protein Powder
Double Berry Baked Oatmeal (Berry Bake) With Protein Powder

Recipes

Double Berry Baked Oatmeal (Berry Bake) With Protein Powder

2026-02-03T16:55:23-05:00By Tom Venuto|Recipes|

Baked oatmeal is different because it's not like a creamy porridge, and it's not like oatmeal bread or a solid oatmeal bar either - it's more like the middle ground between the two. You can cut it with a knife, serve it with a spatula, and eat it with a fork. It takes longer to bake oatmeal, but try it just once, and you'll agree it's worth the time... especially this super-sweet, super-healthy, macro-friendly double berry baked oatmeal!

Cheesy Mexican Rice And Chicken Casserole (One Pot Recipe)
Cheesy Mexican Rice And Chicken Casserole (One Pot Recipe)

Recipes

Cheesy Mexican Rice And Chicken Casserole (One Pot Recipe)

2026-01-19T22:10:51-05:00By Tom Venuto|Recipes|

Introducing the Burn the Fat, Feed The Muscle cheesy Mexican rice and chicken casserole! Unlike a lot of Mexican restaurant food, this home made recipe is healthy and will fit perfectly into the macros for a fat burning or muscle gaining diet. The calories stay really low in this recipe by minimizing the oil, using low fat cheese and choosing boneless skinless chicken breast.

One Pot Spanish Rice With Ground Beef
One Pot Spanish Rice With Ground Beef

Recipes

One Pot Spanish Rice With Ground Beef

2026-02-03T20:20:02-05:00By Tom Venuto|Recipes|

This one pot Spanish rice with ground beef recipe is a complete stovetop meal made in a Dutch oven. It’s hearty, high in protein, easy to portion for fat loss or muscle gain, and everything cooks together in one pot, which means better flavor and minimal cleanup. If you like simple, quick recipes, ideal for meal prep that use ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, this one checks all the boxes.