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Setting Goals For a Healthy Life

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Setting goals is a great way to make a positive change in your life. If you want to succeed at reaching your goals you may want to try these simple ideas. Read more…

Metabolic Surge: Updated and On Sale

Nick Nilsson just re-designed Metabolic Surge and I have to tell you that it's pure dynamite. Take a look at his "before" and "after" pictures – they-re quite astonishing, aren't they?

I just got a note from him that said this about Metabolic Surge:

1. Burning Fat and Building Muscle at the SAME Time

This program makes it happen. You're not going to do it at the EXACT same time…you'll be using short cycles where you totally change up your training and eating to focus on each of those major goals. Going back and forth quickly between these two goals is the ONLY way to accomplish both in a given timeframe.

The cool part is, when it you do it like this, it works even BETTER than focusing on just one goal at a time!

2. Your TRAINING is Tailored to the Exact Nutrients You're Eating…

This goes right back to #1…when you're eating low-carb, for example, you should definitely NOT train the same way as when you're eating low-fat. To truly maximize fat-burning when eating low-carb you want to maximize lactic acid production, which in turn increases fat-burning hormone levels.

Same thing goes for eating low-fat. In the Surge program, you'll be focusing on fat-loss for the majority of the program with a short burst of muscle-building training when you switch from low-carb to low-fat. This allows you to take full advantage of the loading of water and nutrients that come rushing in when you make the switch.

Honestly, it's insane how well it works, plus I've got a few other tricks (of course!) to maximize the effects.

3. I've Just Put Together Metabolic Surge 2.0

And yes, this is where I went all "mad scientist" 🙂

In addition to revamping the look and adding to and improving the content, the book now contains SEVEN complete "paint-by-numbers" training programs that are effective and easy to follow.

1. The NEW Metabolic Surge – a more "athletic"-focused version of the training program, this new version focuses more on  performance, in addition to fat loss.
2. The Original Metabolic Surge – the classic program and just as effective as ever!
3. Level 1 – perfect for beginners, this version uses fewer sets and somewhat longer rest periods.
4. Bodyweight Surge – training at home with limited equipment? THIS is the program for you. This one uses your bodyweight and  very simple items found in your home (like chairs and a broomstick).
5. Specialization Training Surge – got a weak bodypart you want to improve or a bodypart that GETS weak when you go on a diet? This version of the program will help bring up your weaknesses while dropping fat.
6. Muscle Surge – if you want equal parts muscle-building and fat loss, this version is for you. It'll accomplish BOTH goals FAST.
7. Stink Training Surge – by training with exercises you stink at, every workout you do will be harder and more inefficient…and inefficiency means more calories burned and more fat loss.

4. A MONSTER Online Exercise and FAQ Database (210+ videos so far!) This one really rocks!

If you have any questions about any of the techniques, this will answer them…I've got exercise videos covering bodyweight and free weight stuff, training technique demos so you know exactly how to perform every phase of the program, frequently asked questions…you name it…and I'm going to be adding even MORE to it in the coming weeks and months.

Okay, that's all I'll hit you with right now, but stay tuned and definitely check my horrible "before" picture 🙂

Metabolic Surge

P.S. For the next few days (until Friday, June 11th at midnight CST), I'm going to be throwing in ALL FOUR of my Best Exercises ebooks when you pick up Metabolic Surge 2.0. These normally sell for $110 on their own and you'll get them at no charge.

Are You Eating Enough Fruits And Vegetables Every Day?

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, the World Health Organization, the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society, and the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion agree – you should eat more fruits and vegetables.

Up to 10 total servings a day!

That’s a lot of food.

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Bipolar Disorder: What You Should Know About This Illness

It is important for people to function daily in the society in order to work, and whatever their daily activities are. In order to function properly, your health should also be in good condition especially your brain. You have to consider that your brain is what controls most part of your body and as well as your decision and other psychological factors. Emotions and your mood is also controlled by a certain part of the brain.

However, what if you have or someone you know has brain disorder? With a brain disorder, you have to consider that it can definitely affect your daily task. Even controlling your emotions and your mood can be difficult. One kind of disorder of the brain is called bipolar disorder. This kind of disorder can affect ones ability to function properly in their daily lives. It can affect several aspects, such as the emotion, mood, and also your body's energy.

Bipolar disorder is also known as manic depressive illness. This particular illness causes unusual shifts in the person's brain. Normally, people experience ups and downs in life. However, with a bipolar disorder, the person affected will experience severe mood change. As you can see, bipolar disorder can affect everything about a person's lives. With this disorder, it can result in relationship problems, poor job and school performance, and in some cases, it can even lead to suicide.

However, if you know someone affected with this kind of disorder, it doesn't mean that you should lose hope in getting their lives back on track. Bipolar disorder can be treated. It is a known fact that people who went through treatment for bipolar disorder have been able to get their lives back on track and lead a normal and productive life.

Bipolar disorder usually develops during the late adolescent years or early adulthood. However, there are some people who show early symptoms of bipolar disorder during childhood. There are also some people who develop this disorder later in life. Bipolar disorder is commonly not recognized as an illness, and it is a fact that people may suffer from bipolar disorder until it becomes severe and diagnosed properly. You have to consider that bipolar disorder is a long term illness which also requires long term treatment. This particular brain disorder should be carefully managed throughout their life.

There are some signs and symptoms that you may notice associated with bipolar disorder. It will include dramatic mood swings from being excessively happy to being irritable to being hopeless or sad. This happens in intervals and mood changes are quite noticeable. Here are some specific signs and symptoms that a person with bipolar disorder shows:

? Excessively happy or euphoric mood
? Increased energy, and restlessness
? Quickly distracted
? Racing thoughts, talks unusually fast, and jumps from one idea to another
? Little sleep needed
? Spending sprees
? Poor judgment
? Unrealistic beliefs in their abilities
? Increased sexual drive
? Drug abuse, such as cocaine, sleeping medications, and alcohol abuse
? Aggressive behavior
? Denial that anything is wrong

In severe cases, a person who has bipolar disorder thinks and attempts suicide. People who have this brain disorder feel that they are useless and it's better to end their lives.

As you can see, bipolar disorder is a very serious illness that you should be aware of. It is important that if you see any irregularities in a person's behavior, they should get treated immediately and not wait for it to become any worse.

It is important if the person is feeling suicidal you should immediately call a doctor and seek emergency assistance immediately. It is also important that the person should not be allowed, and make sure that they don't have any access to large amount of medication where they can overdose on it, weapons such as knife and gun, and other items that they can use to inflict harm to themselves.

Bipolar can be treated with medication and psychiatric therapy. With patience, the person with this disorder can lead a normal and productive life.

You have to consider that this particular disorder has no cure and requires a lifetime of medication and psychotherapy. So, if you suspect that a member of your family or one of your friends has this disorder, you can help them by taking them to a psychiatrist where they can be treated.