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What are some tips for gaining mass?
Do you have any tips for gaining mass? I'm a 40 year-old guy who weights 147lbs., and I'd like to gain more muscle mass. I've tried many things but it's so hard. –Jose S. Our LIVING HEALTHY Blog is chock full of articles on increasing lean mass! Here are a few to...
Are added vitamins in soy, rice and almond milk as good as those added to dairy milk?
Milk comes in many varieties, most boast of a high RDA of calcium and vitamin contents of A and D. Are the added vitamins in the milk clones as good as the natural vitamins in dairy milk? –Jay W. Great question! Yes, the replacements are as good as the natural...
LA Fitness and Kids Klub Hours for Halloween
LA Fitness is open for normal operating hours on Halloween, October 31, 2013. Although, Kids Klub is closed in the evening. SUBSCRIBE today to get all of our LA Fitness LIVING HEALTHY updates! CLICK HERE to learn...
‘Fallback’ Time, Helpful Reminders and Tips for the Time Change this Fall
Mark your calendars, write yourself a note and set your reminders because this weekend it is time to “fallback” again. On Sunday, November 3, 2013 at 2 a.m. you need to adjust your clocks BACK ONE HOUR. That is unless you live in Arizona or Hawaii, in which case...
How should a vegetarian eat while preparing for a race?
I have been a vegetarian for almost three years. I am also a runner and am preparing for a few races coming up soon and three half marathons between now and November 2013. With all of this being said, how can a 50 year old, vegetarian female, like myself be sure...
Get Back to the Basics for a Tight and Toned Body (Part 2 – Lifting Weights / Resistance Training)
Tips and Exercises to get you Back in Shape – How to get started LIFTING WEIGHTS (or back to lifting weights if it has been more than 6 months). You’re ready to get in the gym and in the best shape of your life, right? Okay, so maybe some of you just want to be in...
I gain weight easily, but i want to lose weight so what should I eat?
I am female, 5’1″ and 195 lbs. I work full-time and I’m married with an 8-year-old daughter. I’m 48 years old and work out 4 times a week at LA Fitness for one hour each session. I want to lose weight and I have 3 meals and 3 snacks a day. For me it’s easy to gain...
What should I eat BEFORE and AFTER 30 minutes of weight training combined with 45 minutes of cardio?
What should I eat BEFORE and AFTER 30 minutes of weight training combined with 45 minutes of cardio? -Chris Well, the first thing you don't want to do is overeat! Short workout times mean you may be burning as little as 200-300 Calories during that session. If...
Want to SHRED BODY FAT?! Follow These 4 Steps
If you are frustrated with your body fat, don’t worry. You just need to alter your approach, and combine these 4 Steps to help you shed body fat. By implementing ALL of these 4 Steps you will be seeing less flabby body fat and more FABULOUS muscle tone in no time....
What should I eat to have less than 10% body fat?
I weigh 164 pounds and I have 10% body fat. I want to gain muscle and lower my body fat percentage. What should I be eating? -Kevin Well, it's hard to improve upon ideal---10% body fat is quite good! To move beyond ideal to near perfection and drop below 10% body...
Weight Machines 101 – SHOULDERS
Cut-off shirts and sleeveless dresses all look better when they expose some nicely defined SHOULDERS. Your SHOULDERS square-off the top of your torso, and help give you an athletic look that narrows into your waistline. Though they are not usually on the forefront...
Will a diet plan help me lose weight?
I am a member of LA fitness. The location I frequent, Sugar land Texas Hwy 59 does not have a dietitian that I am aware of. I work out, cardio mostly, as much as 20 miles on elliptical machines (knees don't allow me to run). I have started a weight training program...
Chrissy Loses 49 Pounds in Spite of Injury; Gets the ‘Okay’ to Get Back in the Gym
After getting in a dirt bike accident that led to an injury requiring Chrissy to undergo extensive surgery in order to repair her knee, she still managed to continue losing weight and surpass her goal of weighing 130 pounds. Though Chrissy met her weight loss...
What can I do to lose 8 more pounds?
I am a 27-year-old woman who weighs 128 lbs. I would like to reduce my weight further in order to be 120 lbs. I have been working out, going regularly to the gym and also eating healthy meals, but my weight has not dropped below 128 lbs. for the last 8 months. What...
Is rock sugar okay to use or is Stevia a better choice?
I like to sweeten my tea with rock sugar. Is rock sugar okay to use or is Stevia a better choice? -Deborah Rock sugar is fine; assuming we're talking about a small amount---less than a teaspoon---because there's little nutritional difference between the two....
Weight Machines 101 – Back Machines
Your BACK consists of some of the largest muscles in your entire body. These muscles are important for doing everything, from something as simple as sitting or standing, to something as complex as dunking a basketball or doing a BACK flip. So we understand that...
What should I eat if I want very defined and noticeable muscles?
I am a member at LA Fitness and I have recently started strength training. I would appreciate some guidance on what types of foods I need to fill my pantry with to help me in building lean muscle. My goal in the next 3 months is to have less body fat and leaner...
I started working out and eating healthier a month ago, when can I expect to lose weight?
I've started working out 5 days a week for the past month. I've noticed a loss in inches but not weight. When will I start to see a difference on the scale? I'm not a snack/sweet eater. My diet has become healthier overall. –Phyllis Being thinner and feeling...
Weight Machines 101 – Arm Machines – Triceps
So you want to tighten up the back and underneath of your arms, right? The only problem is that you don’t know where to begin and which machines will help you do this. No worries; Weight Machines 101 is here to help. The muscles that you want to work are called...
What are the best vegetarian foods to eat now that I am exercising?
What are the best exercise routines and which vegetarian food should I be eating? –Mitul Beans, beans, beans....vegetables, vegetables, vegetables! You can work with an endless combination of flavors for hot and cold dishes. Add an assortment of fruits, grains...