The 12 Best Fat Loss Blog Posts of 2012
Here it is! The best fitness, fat loss and body-building blog posts of 2012. Of course, this is just my opinion, and of course, I didn’t have time to search high and low across the [...]
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Burn The Fat 2011 Summer Blog Contest
What’s really been stopping you from achieving the body of your dreams and why will you NEVER let that stop you again? If you can answer those questions, I can almost guarantee that you’re going [...]
Announcing Burn the Fat Blog 2.0
It’s hard to believe that Burn the Fat has been online for 9 years. Yep – our 10th anniversary “bash” is coming up next year – 2012. Even harder to believe – I’ve been blogging [...]
Fat Blocker Drug Xenical (Orlistat) Goes Over The Counter… A Really Shi**y Decision
Today, instead of replying to one of the hundreds of fat loss questions I receive every week, I felt not only compelled, but obligated to comment (rant) on what I REALLY think about the “fat [...]
The Fat Loss Pyramid: What Matters Most For Losing Fat
I first read about the hierarchy of fat loss over a decade ago, and lately there's been a big resurgence of interest in the topic. Both coaches and athletes alike are keenly interested because so many people are still confused and overwhelmed about nutrition and failing to get results. The hierarchy of fat loss is all about priorities. Get your priorities right and results are guaranteed and overwhelm is gone
Why Cardio Doesn’t Work (Even If You’re Doing A Lot Of It)
Despite doing regular cardio for weeks, and even increasing the duration, you might still see no added weight loss and start wondering what you’re doing wrong. You may even begin to question whether cardio for weight loss works at all. You hear that claim everywhere – from trainers and even PhDs. The truth is, cardio does work. And when it doesn’t, there are specific reasons why. This post explains one of them…
Why Accountability Is The Key To Fitness And Weight Loss Motivation
Do you easily stick with your nutrition plan or do you give in to unplanned cheating and frequent excesses? Do you have near-perfect gym attendance or do you often skip workouts? When you do workout, are your sessions a 10 out of 10, or do you have a lot of 6's and 7's (or lower)? What would happen to your results if you finally mastered your motivation and finally stuck with your program? You can when you understand how to use the power of all four levels of accountability...
The Best Split Routines For Building Muscle
What’s the best split routine for building muscle? A 2-, 3-, 4- or 5-day splits? The truth is there are many effective ways to train. In this article, I break down the pros and cons of each option, explains when body part splits make sense instead of full body workouts, and help you choose the right split routine based on your goals
Time Under Tension (TUT): Does It Really Matter For Muscle Growth?
Is there really an “optimal” time under tension for building muscle? Many lifters swear by the 40–70 second rule, yet newer research challenges the entire idea. In this deep-dive, you’ll learn where the TUT concept came from, why it stuck, and what actually drives hypertrophy. If you’ve ever wondered whether set duration truly matters, this clears it up.
Intrinsic Motivation For Fitness And Weight Control: The Psychology Of Staying Consistent
Most people think motivation is about willpower or discipline, but the real driver of long-term fitness success is intrinsic motivation. In this article, I break down the science behind autonomy, competence, and relatedness, and show how these three psychological needs can help you stay consistent with nutrition and training. Plus, you’ll learn eight practical ways to build motivation that actually lasts.