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Good Health Does Take Work!

February 26, 2010 By Biggi View Comments

I continue watching The Dr. Oz Show every day and wanted to share the following observation I have made with you. It appears to me that the obese people on the show are surprised and clueless about how they got to be this obese (and unhealthy). I get the feeling that they didn't know there was actually effort involved in staying fit and healthy. So, if you are one of those people that never thought about what it takes, no matter what your current weight or level of fitness is, I want you to wake up now! Except for a tiny percentage of people that are genetically gifted, you have to take … [Read more...]

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Quick Meal: High-Fiber Tortilla with Brown Rice, Black Beans, and Smoked Pulled Pork

July 30, 2009 By Biggi View Comments

Are you looking to get more fiber into your diet? Think it has to taste awful? Think again!Here's a quick meal I put together that's bursting with fiber, protein, and good taste. All it takes is three simple ingredients: 2 high-fiber, low-carb tortillas (found at Walmart), About half a can of black beans and brown rice (found at the local health-food store), And a couple of tablespoons of hardwood smoked pulled pork (found at Costco). No cooking involved (pork came cooked and was prepared in microwave). Just pop into your microwave, roll up, and Voila! A quick, delicious and wholesome meal. … [Read more...]

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Why Not To Focus On Your Meal

March 27, 2009 By Biggi View Comments

Traditionally we are told that we should be free of any distractions while eating, so that we can focus on what and how much we are eating, notice when we are full, and properly digest our food. I personally eat very slowly, chew my food thoroughly, and oftentimes put my utensils down between bites. I would consider that a healthy way of eating. However, I usually am not that focused or free from distractions when I eat. Now I've tried eating free of distractions, but what happened was that I would finish my meal in record time. I would eat bite after bite without putting my silverware down and … [Read more...]

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Breakfast – The Most Important Meal of the Day

February 27, 2009 By Biggi View Comments

As the name implies, you are breaking a fast when you eat breakfast. Glycogen and insulin levels are low when you wake up in the morning, since it has typically been 8 - 12 hours since you last ate.  A breakfast of 400 - 500 calories will replenish those glycogen levels and give you the energy you need to begin your work day. In order to raise insulin levels slowly instead of having them spike and then drop dramatically - as in a sugar rush and the weakness you feel a little later - you should combine carbohydrates, protein, and fiber in your breakfast. This will insure slow digestion and … [Read more...]

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Biggi’s Twitter Updates for 2009-01-18

January 18, 2009 By Biggi View Comments

Today's "get moving" goal: 30sec side plank, every hour. Get out from behind that computer and actually move your body. Join me! # MagicJack now cuts off phone calls after 1hr, even after I contacted their horrific customer service about it. Please re-tweet. # On a more positive note, the weather is still absolutely stunning here in SF and being out for the boot camp was a pleasure this morning. # @rogersilen Why not just use a 25% smaller plate? Just saying. in reply to rogersilen # RT @barefoot_exec: How am I so productive? So involved here? Have 4 (soon 5) biz and 4 kids? DELEGATION! … [Read more...]

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Biggi’s Twitter Updates for 2009-01-15

January 15, 2009 By Biggi View Comments

Today's "get moving" goal: rear / alt lunges (10/side), every hour. Get out from behind that computer and actually move your body. Join me! # Awesome boot camp this morn - 5 stations: squat / MB wood chop, agility ladder, squat / row, push ups, jump rope. Great way 2 break a sweat. # Now ready with a cup of coffee to spend the day on the computer, still working on landing page for my new product. # Working so hard, I really miss my twitter chats. I miss you! Will take a break shortly and go for a walk. Have a wonderful day, everyone! # It's amazing, when you cut up a small piece of chicken … [Read more...]

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Biggi’s Twitter Updates for 2008-12-31

December 31, 2008 By Biggi View Comments

Today's "get moving" goal: 20 counter top push ups w hand clap, every hour. Get out from behind that desk & actually move yr body. Join me! # Playing with the lighting for my video. I am so brand-new to this! Hey, as long as I am having fun, right? # I am totally beside myself. I just shot my very first exercise video. I swear, I am so nervous and excited at the same time, I am shaking. # Internet Marketers - Where do you get those beautiful large order buttons with red border that turns green on mouse over? Thanks! # Also, what is the best cross-platform video format for a downloadable … [Read more...]

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Biggi’s Twitter Updates for 2008-12-20

December 20, 2008 By Biggi View Comments

Today's "get moving" goal: lateral step ups (10/side), every hour. Get out from behind that computer and actually move your body. Join me! # I could hardly contain myself. I so wanted to do the happy dance at the gas station! $15 filled up my tank. Yippee! (doing the dance now) # I think I've finally caught the bug. The Christmas bug, that is. I am in such holiday spirits, I can't even tell you! I love Christmas! # Working on those 6-pack abs. Just finished 20min of cardio intervals on treadmill. # It turned out to be such a beautiful day, I went for a nice afternoon walk. Just a little chilly, … [Read more...]

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Biggi’s Twitter Updates for 2008-12-20

December 20, 2008 By Biggi View Comments

Today's "get moving" goal: lateral step ups (10/side), every hour. Get out from behind that computer and actually move your body. Join me! # I could hardly contain myself. I so wanted to do the happy dance at the gas station! $15 filled up my tank. Yippee! (doing the dance now) # I think I've finally caught the bug. The Christmas bug, that is. I am in such holiday spirits, I can't even tell you! I love Christmas! # Working on those 6-pack abs. Just finished 20min of cardio intervals on treadmill. # It turned out to be such a beautiful day, I went for a nice afternoon walk. Just a little chilly, … [Read more...]

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