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Burn Fat Fast with the Original Turbulence Training Workout
You know those people who always talk about their workouts, and yet when you go to the gym with them they actually look out of shape? Well, a similar scenario happened with Mike a former client of mine and a self-proclaimed "gym buff"…
Arms That Are The Envy Of The Party
Imagine yourself preparing for a night out on the town. Being a warm summer’s eve and all, you confidently put on the sleeveless top that’s been collecting dust in the back of your closet. You head out and soon find yourself the object of a lot of attention - and the flattering kind too, I might add…
One Of The Most Intense Turbulence Training Workout Ever…
From weddings, to reunions to beach vacations, it seems there is always something to look good for. The trouble, however, is finding the one workout program to plough through that stubborn fat loss plateau and into the sculpted look you're after.
Ditch The Old-School Thinking
It’s shocking that many fitness “experts” still preach old, ineffective methods for building muscle; especially considering these out-dated techniques can lead to injury, produce mediocre results, and take up too much time.
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Why Cardio Doesn't Work
For some people, cardio doesn't work, and in fact can make them gain weight. Find out why here...
Politically Incorrect Fat Burning Tips
The truth about avoiding fat gain over the holidays.
5 Fat Burning Tips
Nutrition and exercise tips to help you burn fat fast!
Why Bodybuilders Hate Turbulence Training
I found out first-hand that bodybuilders hated how fast I did the TT2k3 program back when I trained at a grungy bodybuilder gym. They just couldn't understand the effectiveness of the Turbulence Training supersets.
This Cardio Machine Sucks
Am I right about crosstrainer machines? Judging from client feedback, Turbulence Training is a much better way to burn fat. Find out why I'm causing controversy here...
A Letter From Your Belly Fat
Having a little fun with a letter from your old pal, Belly Fat.
How to Lose Manboobs
No guy wants manboobs! Show your readers how to lose them...
Which TT Workout Should I Use?
With the Turbulence Training fat loss program, you will be able to change your workouts every 4 weeks. Each time you do that, you'll kickstart your fat burning and your metabolism to a new level.
Gain Muscle or Lose Fat
Read my controversial muscle-building, fat-burning rule here...
Fat Burning Bodyweight Circuit Exercises
In this free workout, we'll focus on replacing intervals with bodyweight circuits...
Cardio is a Waste of Time for Fat Loss
While the mainstream fitness media still insists that aerobic exercise is a great way to lose weight, Turbulence Training users know there is a a better way to burn body fat.
Best Ways to Burn Belly Fat
Find out what I say when I'm asked, “What’s the best way to burn fat and lose my belly?” Learn if aerobics is better than strength training, or if traditional cardio exercise is better than intervals.
Fat Burning Tips for Busy People
Find out why strength and interval training are best for fat burning…
The Best Fat Burning Nutrition Plan
How should you eat for fat loss? Find out a simple way here…
Dirty Trick Beats Fat Loss Plateau
Fat loss plateaus are a nightmare...here's how to beat them!
My Diet Secret
Is low-carb best? Or have I found another way to maximize fat burning? Read on for my secret...
How to Break Bad Habits
Put these life changing inspirational and motivational tips to work to break your bad habits and start burning fat today!
The 3 Best Bodyweight Exercises for Fat Burning
You don't need weights or machines to do these exercises or build a better body.
Yes, You CAN Gain Muscle & Lose Fat at the Same Time
Research shows that you can do the impossible...Find out more...
5 Top Fat Burners
Here are the 5 best ways to make this a great fat-burning day...
The 80-20 Fat Loss Rule
What is Turbulence Training? And how does the 80-20 rule apply to your fat loss program? Find out here...
5 Ways to Cut Your Workout Time
Learn how to overcome the #1 reason people stop working out...
20-Minute Fat Loss Workouts
Find out why Turbulence Training workouts can give you more fat loss results in only 20-minutes than most workouts can in an hour.
Weight Loss for Women At Home
I've watched women get fit fast at almost any age with Turbulence Training. In fact, we've had girls from 18 to 82 years young kickin' butt with Turbulence Training.
Here's an interview with the typical female TT success story...
7-Day Detox for Weight Loss
Will a 7-day detox really help you lose weight permanently?
5 Fat Loss Mistakes
Here are five of the biggest fat loss mess-ups that
I see men and women doing everyday...fix these, and you'll lose fat.
300 Movie Weight Loss Workout
The 300 movie workout is the talk of the fitness world. It's helped actors chisel Greek Statue bodies while causing weight loss and calorie burning for the rest of us...
Politically Incorrect Weight Loss Tips
You know who is your worst enemy in the fight against fat?
Well-meaning fitness professionals that don't want to make you feel bad for being lazy and eating crap. That's who.
Find out why...
3 Tips for More Energy
Everywhere you go people are looking for 'energy'. Have you been seduced by the ads promising all the energy in the world from just a drink? Find out what energy really is and 3 healthy ways to get more energy...
5 Ab Myths
Here's a list of 5 common myths about abs...
7-Day Motivational Weight Loss Guideline
Fat loss is hard. And once in a while, everyone loses their
motivation for diet and exercise. So that's why I'm bringing you 7 tips to help you lose more fat in less time over this upcoming
week.
The Evolution of Cardio
The creation story behind Turbulence Training. Your readers will love this if they think they have to do cardio to lose. Let me show them there are better ways to train in order to lose fat, get lean, and sculpt their bodies.
Bodybuilding Hormone Secrets
Recent research suggests another reason for the effectiveness of supersets - and that's the increase in Growth Hormone in your body. Find out why that's important here...
Short Workouts, Big Results
An extensive Q'n'A session about how Turbulence Training can help you get the most fat loss results in the least amount of time...
Your 3 Fat Loss Mistakes
I know that you are:
- Eating well
- Exercising regularly
- and TICKED OFF that you aren't making progress.
I've answered dozens of emails from new readers that have said exactly that. And after I get more info from them, here are the 3 mistakes commonly made...
Think Yourself Thin
Your mindset is key for fat loss. If you exercise mindlessly and expect to lose weight, well, good luck. But if you use the best-laid plan, it won't go to waste.
7-Minute Weight Loss Circuit
Use this bodyweight-only, 7-minute long circuit to help you lose fat and get lean at home. It's the magic of Turbulence Training...
Cardio Machines
Find out the best cardio machines for weight loss...
Cardio Weight Loss Mythbuster
There are so many weight loss myths in the fitness world. Here's another one, and the truth about when you MUST do cardio for weight loss.
Fat Loss Lies Stop Your Success
There are so many fat loss misconceptions in the news, and worse, we're often lying to ourselves about our consistency. Find out the roadblocks you need to avoid to lose fat fast.
Heart Rate Means Nothing For Fat Loss
Do you really have to workout in your "target heart rate zone"? Heck no. Here's the real deal about how important your heart rate is for fat loss...
Positive Fat Loss
The world is a negative place. Take this positive message and apply it to your fat loss program and you'll keep a positive attitude and keep making progress week-in and week-out.
8 Metabolism Boosters for Weight Loss
Your metabolism is your fat loss foundation.
It keeps burning and burning fat 24 hours a day...the only problem is, do you have a fast metabolism? And if not, what can you do about it to boost your metabolism and burn fat to lose weight?
Weight Loss Workout for a Busy Person
You can get an incredible weight loss workout at home without any equipment. You don't need fancy machines or expensive mega-gym memberships, and you don't have to deal with line-ups or sweaty, stinky fellow gym-members. Ewww!
Here's what you need...
7 Weight Loss Tips
Okay, that's it, all done with the holidays, so lets get going on weight loss. No more bad nutrition, get back to your regular calorie intake and 6 small meals per day. You are eating 5-6 mini-meals per day, right? If not, get started, and here are some more weight loss tips.
Fat Loss Q'n'A - Part 2
Here are a few common weight loss questions to help you choose the right approach to fat loss.
How a Cardio Fanatic Finally Got Her 6-Pack Abs
Everyone thinks you have to do tons of cardio workouts to get abs. But that's not true. In fact, if you stop cardio and change your workouts, you'll get your 6-pack abs faster!
Let's find out how one female cardio fanatic finally got her 6-pack abs with the help of the Turbulence Training workouts!
How an Overweight Man Changed His Life with Turbulence Training
How a 50-Year Old, Former 2-Sport College Athlete got in the Best Shape of His Life
Toning, Light Weights, & High Reps
You might think that high reps help tone your muscles, but did you know there is a better and faster way to lose fat and sculpt your body? You can say goodbye to traditional long toning workouts, and get more results in less time with this approach.
Fat Loss Q'n'A
Answers to common fat loss questions, including nutrition and how to find time to exercise.
How Often Should I Workout?
A common question, particularly around this time of year when
people are getting gung-ho to go overboard with their new exercise program.
6 Ways to Prevent Holiday Weight Gain
The next 6 weeks are going to be tough on everyone's waist lines. From dinner buffets to sweets, from lack of exercise time to huge holiday dinners, the calories will be coming in but they won't be going out. Here are 6 simple tips to stick to for a lean holiday season...
Why Calories Don't Matter
The machines lie. Not only are cardio machines inaccurate, but it doesn't really matter what the calorie count of your workout is anyway. Here's a fat loss mythbuster for you...
How to Cut Your Workout in Half & Lose More Fat
I am convinced that an effective fat loss workout can be done in 45 minutes or less, and that long, slow, excruciatingly boring cardio is not necessary for you to get the body you want. Please, read on...
Top 7 Weight Loss Mistakes
Seven Mistakes People Make When Trying to Lose Fat...see if you are making the same wrong choices when trying to lose a few pounds...
What's Wrong With Your Workout
Are you frustrated by a lack of results? Are you spending too much time in the gym? This article goes over 3 top training mistakes and 3 ways to improve your workouts.
Power of Food for Fat Loss
I know that most readers think that fat loss is all about exercise, but you must know that good nutrition is just as important for fat loss results. Making the correct food choices is your secret weapon in the rush to get the best body for summer. Eating right will help you lose fat and increase your energy dramatically...
Safe Weight Loss
What's really necessary for safe weight loss? Here are some tips and tricks to help you achieve your goals safely and effectively.
How Bad is Your Nutrition?
Chances are, your nutrition is holding you back from reaching your fat loss goals. Being consistent with exercise is easier, but with nutrition, you can ruin an entire workout in minutes if you eat the wrong food. Check out this article and grocery list for fat loss nutrition guidance.
Fat Loss Secrets of Fitness Models
Over the past year I've interviewed over a dozen fitness models
(men and women) for Oxygen and Maximum Fitness magazines, and their secrets to success are as plain as day. They know it is going to be hard work to get ready for a shotoshoot, but what do they know that you don't know?
Turbulence Training Fat Loss Interview
An advanced fat loss interview with Craig Ballantyne, author of Turbulence Training. He reviews the best methods for interval training, as well as why light weights and high reps are ineffective for fat loss and bodysculpting.
Ab Workouts Stop Fat Loss
Not only are most traditional ab workouts a waste of time, but they also slow your fat loss efforts. Each workout you spend crunching takes time away from more effective fat loss methods - such as interval training. Learn how to improve your workouts with total-body ab exercises.
Rating the Energy Drinks
Energy. Everyone wants more of it. And it's as easy to get as heading down to the corner store...All we need to do is slam down a Red Bull. Or a Gatorade. Or a coffee. But which of these is really the best energy drink? The answer is in this article.
Cardio Can Kill
Traditional cardio is over-rated. In fact, it can have some major side effects. From eating up your valuable time to overuse injuries (and worse), extreme cardio just isn't worth it. And did you know that cardio research led to a lot of inappropriate fat loss guidelines?
Cardio is NOT the Key to Fat Loss
Everyone thinks cardio is the key to fat loss. But it's not. And it's not the best way to sculpt your body either. There are two much more powerful ways to lose fat and get a better body.
10-Minute Fat Loss Workouts
Last week I helped Men's Health magazine on a piece about getting workouts done fast. Personally, I think you can get a great body-changing workout done in minutes. How fast?
I'm talking 10-minutes. By now, I'm sure you're asking...
How do you lose fat in only ten minutes or What about the rule that it takes 20 minutes of cardio before you start burning fat?
So find out how to burn fat in only 10 minutes in this article...
Do You Hate Your Job?
Work often contributes to stress, bad posture, poor eating choices, and fatigue because we are working and commuting too darn much. Stress leads to weight gain and "inflammation" in the body. And that just leads to more stress. It's a vicious cycle. Inflammation is associated with many diseases, including arthritis and an increased risk of heart attacks.
How to Maximize Your Metabolism
Increasing your metabolism is one of the most important factors for burning fat and for keeping the weight off. There are many pitfalls that men and women fall into every day that slow your metabolism and prevent you from losing as much fat as you deserve. Fortunately, there are other a number of small changes that you can to help you kick-start your calorie burning, burn fat, and get lean.
6 Steps to Fat Loss Success for Beginners
Knowing where to start is the greatest difficulty for most men and women that want to start losing fat. Fortunately, there are many simple steps to get started on track to fat loss and a better body. Don’t start any program without reading these directions first!
The Latest Nutrition Info
Big News! Craig Ballantyne has added a brand new set of
Turbulence Training Fat Loss Nutrition Guidelines to the TT
package. This new report comes from nutrition expert, Dr. Chris Mohr, Ph.D. In this article, weintroduce Dr. Chris to you, and get him to answer some tough fat loss nutrition questions.
Top 5 Fat Loss Tips
Men's Fitness magazine recently asked me for 3 of my best fat loss secrets. Since most times the magazines just don't have enough space to run my full tips, I thought I'd give you a more detailed explanation of my secrets here (plus a few extra bonus tips that I didn't send to the magazine). There are definitely a couple of surprises in here...
The Best Intervals for Fat Loss: Part 1
Is there really a best interval training system for fat loss? Do intervals really work as well as regular cardio for fat loss? I'm going to cover these, and many more questions in Part 1 of your lessons on interval training.
The Best Intervals for Fat Loss: Part 2
So not only should you have variety within your training week (i.e. alternate between two different interval training workouts, rather than just doing the same interval workout each time), but you should also change these workouts every 4 weeks. So you need to change your training program every 4 weeks. To modify your interval training workouts, you can…
Workouts for a Busy Gym
Crowded gyms are such a big problem that I designed the following TT workout that helps you perform my trademark "noncompeting" supersets - the most effective way to lift for fat loss - without letting anyone get in your way. This new version of Turbulence Training lets you get it done right, even in a busy gym.