Prograde Nutrition's "Do Something Different This January" Special

So it's already January 19th. My hope is you're still right on track with your fitness goals for 2010. One of the things I know helps is to take a different approach than most people do. Let me explain:

You see, most people I come across...well, they want to look better naked. Hey, nothing wrong with that. But when that is the only motivation it does nothing but leave people frustrated, unfulfilled and right back where they started. It just does.

However, when the goal is to take better care of yourself for overall health and well-being, that's when people see lasting results. It's when they make real changes to their lives.

Now, I love being a Prograde partner because they believe the same things I do. And that's the reason for their "Do Something Different This January" Special. To celebrate 2010 and to motivate you to look for more from fitness than just to fit into your "skinny jeans" again, they are putting their power-packed EFA Icon on sale this week at 10.10% off. Yes, that means 11%. ;-)

And I'm not kidding when I tell you it's potent. Prograde Nutrition's EFA Icon may help you:

Protect Your Heart

Improve Your Memory

Strengthen Your Immune System

Reduce Joint Pain

Reduce PMS Symptoms

Aid Fat Loss

But seriously, don't take my word for it. Discover all the research behind this extraordinarily power-packed Prograde product for yourself. It's all right here: http://HHFitness.getprograde.com/krill_oil.html

On that page you'll also find all the details on how to save the 10.10%. But it all ends this Friday at 11:57pm EST so be sure to act NOW before you forget.

Committed to Your Health

Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS

PS - Again, this special chance to do something different this January expires on Friday, January 22nd at 11:57pm EST. Be sure to order your supply of Prograde Nutrition's EFA Icon at 10.10% off before it's too late. http://HHFitness.getprograde.com/krill_oil.html

The Importance of Multi-Vitamins

Bottom line: Many people just aren't meeting the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of vitamins and minerals. And even people that eat plenty of fruits and veggies don't either, thanks to current farming practices and mass food production.

And here's a really interesting study from the Journal of the American Medical Association that states, "it appears prudent for all adults to take vitamin supplements."

(Check out the study on their website here: http://tinyurl.com/jama-vitamins )

Additionally, a high-quality multi-vitamin supplement may help:

To prevent diseases

Get the RDA of vital nutrients

Combat nutrient deficiencies in foods

Promote consistent nutrient intake

Long story short: A great way to provide your body with the nutritional foundation you need each day is a Whole Foods based multi-vitamin. I'm a proud Prograde Nutrition partner and they have a terrific product called VGF 25+ that is made from 25 veggies, greens and fruits.

The best part is you can try Prograde's VGF 25+ for FREE! (There's just a small S & H charge)
http://hhfitness.getprograde.com/vgf25-free-trial.html

Hope this info helps you out. I'll be back with more quick tips to help you meet all your health and fitness goals.

Committed to Your Health,

Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS

PS - You can see all the natural ingredients they use to make VGF 25+ at http://hhfitness.getprograde.com/vgf25-free-trial.html

The Most Critical Part Of Your Workout

Ok, so you're working your butt off. You're sweating. You're hustling. You're getting that exercise "high." Heck, not only are you now enjoying your workouts, but you want to learn more about how to make them more effective.

That's great!

It never ceases to amaze me how most people don't give their bodies a second thought. They think they just go to the gym...walk on the treadmill...throw some weights around...go home and eat whatever...

Seriously, the human body is the most complicated piece of machinery on the planet. Do they really think there's ZERO science behind exercise? Do they really think they can just eat whatever is in their fridge after working their butts off?

I dunno, maybe it's just me, but it drives me a little crazy when people look at fitness as nothing more than guesswork. Actually, it's a little infuriating.

Take post-workout nutrition, for example. Does it make sense that there be an OPTIMAL way to fuel your body after all the demands you make of it during your training session? Of course it does!

Bottom line: Recent studies have shown that a carbohydrate AND protein formula is more effective for rapid replenishment of muscle glycogen after exercise than a carbohydrate only supplement of equal carbohydrate or caloric content.

In other words, just drinking a "sports drink" after your workout doesn't cut it. The research indicates you need to fuel your body with just the right combo of carbs AND protein. And yes, this is hyper-critical to optimizing your efforts.

Here's two more things you need to know about getting the most bang for your workout buck:

1) As a proud Prograde Partner I'm thrilled to let you know that Prograde Workout is now available on a FREE trial basis. There's just a small S & H fee.

2) On the link below you can also learn more about the research study on post-workout nutrition.

Yes, Prograde Workout recovery drink is based on this very research. It provides the right combo of protein and carbs that your body craves after a tough training session.

Just click this special link right here and find out for yourself how you can try it for FREE:

http://HHFitness.getprograde.com/workout-free-trial.html

Yours in health,

Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS

PS - If you want to optimize your efforts then you owe it to yourself to try Prograde Workout and see the results for yourself.
http://HHFitness.getprograde.com/workout-free-trial.html

The Turkey Day Aftermath

Whew! It's always a little crazy here at HH Fitness the week after Thanksgiving. Everyone wants to get back on track after taking a few liberties during the Holiday weekend ;-)

So today I don't have very much time to write to you - at all. But as a proud Prograde Nutrition partner I had to let you know that their Whole Foods based multi - VGF 25 + -is now available on a trial basis.

Yes, it's made from 25 veggies, greens and fruits. Hence the name, VGF!
It contains 7 nutrient classes:

Enzymes
Phytonutrients
Amino Acids
Essential Fatty Acids
Micro AND Macro Vitamins and Minerals

Again, what's really cool is you can try Prograde's VGF 25+ for FREE! (There's just a small S & H charge) http://hhfitness.getprograde.com/vgf25-free-trial.html

Ok, gotta run. Talk to you soon.

Committed to Your Health,

Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS

PS - You can see all the natural ingredients they use to make VGF 25+ at http://HHFitness.getprograde.com/vgf25-free-trial.html

1 Weird Belly Flab Buster

Ok, I don't mean to get too scientific, but this is super important. You see, while busting the belly flab does take effort, it's not nearly as hard as people make it out to be.

Seriously, the most important part of the process is arming yourself with the CORRECT knowledge. If you know how your body works...why it stores belly flab...what actually causes it to burn off...you're a whole lot better off.

Now, I know there are a ton of so-called experts out there that are confusing the heck out of you. I know a lot of people tell you different things. It can be as frustrating as all get out. But if you follow these simple rules and burn them into your brain things will be a lot different.

Anyway, let's get to today's easy lesson. Check this out:
- Increased Protein intake triggers the hormone Glucagon.
- This, in turn, prevents the spiking of your Insulin (which is also a hormone) levels.
- Which simply means you minimize the chance of storing blood sugar as fat.

In other words, eat more protein and you bust the belly flab. Sure, there's more to it than that, but that is the crux of it. And so long as you understand the basics you can KEEP the belly flab from coming back.

When you only eat carbs your Insulin levels go through the roof. And all that blood sugar (that's what the carbs turn into after you've eaten them) which isn't needed by your body MUST go somewhere. Yup, it goes to your belly; or your butt; or your hips; or your thighs...

The best part is, it's not very hard to consume more protein. In fact, it's pretty darn easy. A high quality protein powder will do just the trick.

As you've probably heard, my buddies over at Prograde Nutrition have launched their new Prograde Protein powder this week. I wanted to be sure you knew today is the last day you can get it at 10% off. Yeah, they were offering a discount on it just this week to celebrate its arrival. But the offer ends TONIGHT at 11:59pm EST so hurry over to http://HHFitness.getprograde.com/protein-powder.html to take advantage of it.

Committed to Your Health,

Heath

PS - I cannot recommend Prograde Protein highly enough. These guys create the highest quality products out there. Save 10% by getting yours right NOW before you forget ;-)

2 Little Known Fat Burning Facts

Carbs, carbs, carbs. That's what everyone seems to want to talk about. How do I avoid carbs?

Well, what you should be talking about instead is, "How do I get more lean Protein into my eating plan?"

Now THAT is the right question.

You see, Protein is where it's at. Check out these two little known facts about protein:

1) Protein requires more calories to digest than carbs or fat. This is called the "thermic effect of food." In other words, your body uses more calories to digest protein than other nutrients. Pretty sneaky, huh?

2) Protein provides satiety. That's a fancy way of saying you feel fuller for longer when you eat protein ;-)

Good sources of Lean Protein come from foods such as:

Fish, eggs, poultry, lean beef...

But some people have trouble eating enough protein each day. Some people would like it to be more convenient for them.

If that's the case with you then I have VERY good news. And it's news I've been waiting to tell you for some time now.

My buddies over at Prograde Nutrition have finally released their pharmaceutical quality whey protein.

You see, not all Protein powders are created equal. Prograde Protein:

- Delivers unparalled purity through low-temperature mirco-filtering

- Is naturally sweetened with Stevia

- Contains 5.3 grams of branch chained amino acids per serving

- Mixes instantly with just a spoon

- Enhances absorption and digestion via lactase and Aminogen digestive enzyymes

Look, I've been waiting patiently for Prograde Protein to come out. But as usual, Prograde just would NOT release this product until they could get it as close to perfect as possible.

The best part is they are putting it on sale this week to celebrate it's launch. You can get it at 10% off this week ONLY. Just go to http://HHFitness.getprograde.com/protein-powder.html and you'll find all the details. Including the coupon code to use when you order to get the 10% off your order.

But you need to hurry. For one thing, the special price ends this Friday, November 13th at 11:59pm EST. The other thing is, well, I cannot begin to tell you how highly anticipated Prograde Protein has been. There's a very good chance they'll be out of stock well before Friday even gets here!

So get yours NOW.

Committed to Your Health,

Heath

PS - Prograde Protein is NOT just some run of the mill protein powder you can find anywhere. They've really hit a home run with this one.

A Serious Damage Control Workout Before the Big Feast!

This is a hardcore boot camp workout built specifically for this special occasion ONLY. It’s made to maximally torch calories, boost metabolism, and deplete muscle glycogen stores that will give way to allowing room for some holiday treats! It will be a once-in-a lifetime workout to remember you can share with any interested friends and family- all you need to do is donate a turkey the week before to feed a family in need!

What is it? The Turkey Day Workout – A Serious Damage Control Workout Before the Big Feast!

When is it? Thursday November 26^th, at 8:00 a.m. at Diaz Martial Arts, San Marcos, Texas

Who may attend? Any boot camp members who donate a Turkey by Friday November 20^th may attend this special workout and may also bring any special friends or family who want to take part.

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