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Alec Baldwin isn’t as fat as he used to be!

February 2, 2012 5:14 PM by Wes Ferguson Comment Filed Under: Actors, FitnessBytes Tagged: , ,

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If you watched the SAG Awards this past Sunday, I’m sorry. I don’t know why people torture themselves like that. What a snooze fest, amiright?!? That’s just how I feel about award shows in general (except the Grammys). The SAGs were kind of the same as every other award show ever; boring speeches thanking people I don’t know or care about. But if there was one thing that stood out — it was that Alec Baldwin isn’t as fat as he used to be.

The 30 Rock boss man dropped thirty pounds! That’s pretty major. He says being diagnosed as pre-diabetic was a wake up call and he changed his ways. “I do Pilates and spin, but I don’t do as much yoga as I’d like,” he told Access Hollywood. “When we’re shooting and I can’t work out, I just have to eat less. So I’m very conscious of that. But sugar was the real killer for me — that was the problem.”

Besides obviously leading to weight gain, too much sugar can also:
• Cause headaches, including migraines
• Contribute to premature aging
• Suppress the immune system
• Cause a rapid rise of adrenaline, hyperactivity, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and crankiness in children
• Weaken eyesight

Put the pixie stick down! For a Hollywood-approved body, cut back the sugar! *W*

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Bob Harper’s ‘biggest’ weight loss secret!

January 26, 2012 8:02 AM by Wes Ferguson Comment Filed Under: FitnessBytes, People Tagged: ,

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If you watch him every week on The Biggest Loser then you probably already have a TV crush on Bob Harper. Just a little bit, admit it. He’s an authority when it comes to weight loss, so during a recent interview for Celebuzz I asked him what he thought the biggest myth was when it came to getting your body in shape.

His answer actually surprised me! I’ve asked many professionals this question and Bob’s answer really captures the mindset of the modern dieter. Here’s what he told me:

“I think the biggest weight loss myth out there is that there is some sort of end game when it comes to losing weight. So many people think that after they have met their goal they can begin to slack off or slowly fall back into their old ways. When you decide to embark on your weight loss journey you have to be ‘all in.’ Divorce yourself from your old behaviors that put the weight on in the first place and really change your life.”

Wise words, even though it means we have to continue to torture ourselves. Great! Right? Hey, it’s better than diabetes.

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The Skinny on Jennifer Hudson: Her success secret!

January 13, 2012 1:22 PM by Wes Ferguson Comment Filed Under: FitnessBytes Tagged: , ,

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I’m not trying to scam Jennifer Hudson out of book sales or anything, but you don’t need to read I Got This: How I Changed My Ways and Lost What Weighed Me Down to discover the secret to her success. I’m sure it’s still a good book, or whatever. JHud herself revealed the moral of the story, saying: “Take your time. Pace yourself. Make up your mind to do what you want to do, and go for it. Don’t pressure yourself, and don’t go by other people’s standards.”

Done and done, girlfriend!

Another mental motto: “This is my body. I have the power to do whatever I want with it.”

One of her favorite ways to workout? A nice long run. If she doesn’t have the time/space, she says she just keeps herself moving — as much as possible. “Anything helps. Anything is better than nothing.”

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Shirtless Enrique Iglesias is your new years goal!

January 4, 2012 9:16 AM by Wes Ferguson Comment Filed Under: FitnessBytes Tagged: , ,

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Maybe it’s not fair to generalize. But let’s face it: people either want a body like Enrique Iglesias, or want a body like Enrique’s on top of them. Checkin’ both boxes over here! Lots of people start a new year off with high hopes of getting back to the gym — or getting into the gym for the first time. This is where people absolutely kill it for a few weeks before the frantic pace of their approach quickly burns them out and they stop working out by mid-February. True story! There’s no need to go at for hours at a time, seven days a week like a maniac. It’s better to work out at a higher intensity for a shorter amount of time, because science. Your body can only handle so much before fatigue. Hit it hard for about 30-40 minutes. Done.

“Though the tendency of some people who really want to get a lot out of their workouts is to spend a lot of time at the gym, the truth is that after 30 or 40 minutes, the benefit isn’t as great. To go that long, you’d have to lower the intensity of the workout, and that means that you’re spending too much time working out.” [source]

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Shirtless Sylvester Stallone: Hot or freaky?

December 27, 2011 8:06 PM by Wes Ferguson Comment Filed Under: Actors, FitnessBytes Tagged: , ,

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Call me a daddy chaser, but Sylvester Stallone? I would. Dude is looking super ripped in Bullet to the Head, which comes out in April of next year. Oh, and p.s. he’s 65. Sure, maybe he’s not so fresh in the face. Maybe his moobs look like flesh rocks that could crush you in a crippling man hug (fantasy death, FYI). I will say one thing though, this bitch is holding on to whatever he’s got with all his might. I respect that. So many people grow old or get in a relationship and decide to let it all go. Lazy assholes!

I also like that he’s still kicking ass past his prime. In the movie (based off the graphic novel), he plays a hitman out for revenge. All the young action studs better recognize. Hollywood — and the world at large — is very youth oriented and we tend to put our old heroes out to pasture. Do not go silently into the night.

Stay hot, stay relevant! *W*

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Celeb Health Trend: Do e-cigarettes work?

December 15, 2011 10:46 PM by Wes Ferguson Comment Filed Under: FitnessBytes Tagged: , ,

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Even though many a snarky blogger has commented that Johnny Depp looks like he reeks of cigarette smoke: 1) I think he looks like he reeks of sexiness 2) He doesn’t smoke cigarettes.

Johnny says he gave up smoking for his kids and has been seen using an electronic version, even on the big screen during a scene in The Tourist (although you probably wouldn’t know that since not many people saw that movie).

Thanks to the good folks over at Veppo, I’ve joined the movement! The company heard my cries for help in this area and sent me a sweet package to try out their latest e-cigarette device. All I had to do was charge the battery up (via USB or an old-fashioned socket), drop in the flavor / e-liquid nicotine drops and take a few puffs of the 510 e-cigarette to satiate my cravings. It works, if you commit to using it. Not only is it a very decent substitute, but my kisses taste better plus there’s no chance of making cigarette burn marks! If you know somebody who’s trying to kick the habit, for sure consider picking up one of Veppo’s stylish and sophisticated products, it’s the perfect gift this holiday season!

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Be a skinny bitch this Thanksgiving!

November 23, 2011 12:32 PM by Wes Ferguson Comment Filed Under: FitnessBytes Tagged: , ,

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The Housewives have tons of fans but let’s face it, they’re pretty useless. There, I said it! It’s like, “wah, rich girl problems.” But there are a few I find redeeming because they actually have some level of skill and drive beyond finding some dude with money to take care of them. I’m thankful for that this holiday season!

Thanks, especially, to Bethenny Frankel for this Thanksgiving recipe — a personal fave (which I swiped from her website; I’m also thankful I can be super lazy with this post thanks to the magic of copy/paste):

Easy & Healthy Butternut Squash Soup
Serves 6 to 8

  • 1 medium butternut squash, cut into smallish pieces
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 1/2 to 3 cups water
  • pepper to taste
  • cooking spray or 2 tablespoon olive oil, if desired
  • soy milk, if desired

Preparation

  1. Using cooking spray to coat, saute the onion in a pot or pan until it is soft.
  2. Add in the garlic and continue sautéing for a few more minutes.
  3. Add the water and squash at the same time and bring to a boil. Turn heat down and simmer for as long as it takes to soften the squash completely, usually less than 45 minutes.
  4. Take the contents of the pot and pour it all into a blender. Blend thoroughly, and add in spices to your liking.
  5. This soup does NOT need salt, just a bit of pepper if you like. Soy milk adds a nice touch of creaminess and flavor.

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Adriana Lima reveals her runway diet secret!

November 8, 2011 3:02 PM by Wes Ferguson Comment Filed Under: FitnessBytes, Models Tagged: , , ,

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I applaud Brazilian supermodel Adriana Lima for being real. Girlfriend broke it down to Nylon magazine about how supermodels don’t need to eat solid food. True story!

Apparently, she stars prepping about six weeks before her personal superbowl (the Victoria’s Secret fashion show). She works out twice a day, restricting herself to lean protein and green vegetables; plus a few protein shakes and a cereal bar or two as a snack. She kicks it into high gear a week and a half before the show. Bitch stops eating. Miss Lima goes on a liquid diet; only consuming protein shakes to maintain her nutrients while keeping her super lean. She also drinks about a gallon of water a day. Twelve hours before she hits the runway, she stops drinking even water. I wish I had her discipline!

We can’t all be supermodels. Sometimes we have to learn to lower our expectations (see more on my blog).

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