Category Archives: Fat Loss

Ask Your Doctor if Placebo is Right for You!

Posted on March 4, 2014 by katwhit

While reading through one of the books I recommend at the end of the BS-Detection guide, (Bad Science by Ben Goldacre, seriously amazing read.  If you enjoy my work at all you’ll love this book) I came across an interesting … Continue reading →

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“Katie’s Tips for Killer Legs” – AKA a conglomeration of fitness-industry myths

Posted on December 28, 2013 by katwhit

This video is low-hanging fruit, I’ll admit it.  But it was such a perfect compilation of the flawed language used by the fitness industry at large that I couldn’t resist the opportunity. First of all, let’s watch this thing, then … Continue reading →

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Book Review: ‘Jumpstart to Skinny’ by Bob Harper || Chapters 12-13

Posted on December 18, 2013 by katwhit

Chapter / Rule 12 – Lay off ALL Booze! I’ll start off with something positive here.  Going out to drink will not help you get closer to any weight loss goals you may have, I agree with Harper there. However, … Continue reading →

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Book Review – “Jumpstart to Skinny” by Bob Harper || Chapters 10-11

Posted on December 10, 2013 by katwhit

Chapter / Rule 10 – Fall back on veggies! This chapter is short and sweet.  And it also makes sense, for the most part. On this diet, you are allowed to eat an unlimited amounts of a long list of … Continue reading →

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Book Review – “Jumpstart to Skinny” by Bob Harper || Chapters 8-9

Posted on December 5, 2013 by katwhit

Chapter / Rule 8 – Cut the Salt When I read this title I was all ready to jump on the contradiction of telling you to reduce your salt (because it will cause you to retain more water) but to … Continue reading →

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Book Review – “Jumpstart to Skinny” by Bob Harper || Chapters 6-7

Posted on November 26, 2013 by katwhit

Chapter / Rule 6 – Do 45 minutes a day of low-intensity cardio, preferably before breakfast Now, you may be shocked to know that I happen to think this is fantastic advice.  The first half of the sentence anyway.  And … Continue reading →

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Book Review – “Jumpstart to Skinny” by Bob Harper || Chapters 4-5

Posted on November 20, 2013 by katwhit

Chapter / Rule 4 – Get rid of water weight by drinking more water In bodybuilding competitions, The Biggest Loser weigh-ins and wrestlers trying to make weight, water manipulation is huge. For bodybuilders it’s because at 3% body fat, a … Continue reading →

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Book Review – “Jumpstart to Skinny” by Bob Harper || Chapters 1-3

Posted on November 15, 2013 by katwhit

This is a long one so grab some coffee and settle in! Chapter / Rule 1 – Take Control with Proper Portions – 40/40/20 For Rule #1, Harper shows you the breakdown of macronutrients he wants you to be eating. … Continue reading →

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Book Review Follow-Through: “Jumpstart to Skinny” by Bob Harper

Posted on November 4, 2013 by katwhit

It’s that time again – to review an entire book chapter by chapter.  I’ve heard Harper’s follow-up to “The Skinny Rules” is even worse than the original.  I CAN’T WAIT! Introduction This book, like any good advertisement, starts out with … Continue reading →

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I’m Tired of Seeing This Routine

Posted on October 23, 2013 by katwhit

Pinterest remains a constant source of fascination for me. Sometimes I’m not sure if the pins I’m seeing are from companies or from the average user.  But regardless, every post on the Health & Fitness board is still about the … Continue reading →

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