The Hard Truths of Improving Fitness and Physique

This is your Breaking Muscle Newsletter. [View this email in your browser] Thanks for subscribing. Tell us what you'd like to see on Breaking Muscle by emailing info@breakingmuscle.com. We've come a long way in terms of nutrition knowledge and exercise protocols for achieving a better physique and improved fitness. Plenty of peer-reviewed research in diet and exercise has led to practical strategies for your personal plan. I think it is safe to say we have a grasp on calorie surplus/deficit and the laws of thermodynamics, the good carb versus bad carb debate, the most efficient exercise modes for facilitating fat loss and growing shapely muscle mass, improving cardiovascular fitness, and the reality of your genetic make-up relative to achieving those goals. But there are still [T][he Hard Truths of Improving Physique and Fitness.] This Week's Favorites: [SLEEP AS A CATALYST FOR FAT LOSS] - It’s striking how much sleep deprivation can get in the way of success. [S][TARTING WEIGHTLIFTING AT 40] - These days it seems that 40 is not only the new 30, but possibly the new 20. [T][HE 3-PHASE KETTLEBELL WARM UP] - Kettlebells are versatile training tools that offer a completely unique training effect. You can maximize the benefits of your kettlebell work with a proper warm up to ready your body for their unique stimulus. Featured Premium Workouts [BARBELL SHRED] - An easy-to-follow, yet challenging program that requires maximum commitment for maximum results. The program is comprised of three main components: strength training, interval training, and moderate intensity conditioning with mobility. The strength training component of is program is designed specifically to build lean strength and muscle. The interval training workouts are short, intense, and effective for shredding and fat loss. These are programmed two days per week for 5-20 minutes per session. [IGNITE: FAT LOSS] - This plan covers 10 weeks of challenging and effective workouts in four phases. These workouts combine kettlebells, running intervals, and bodyweight exercises for a powerful and challenging fat loss combo. This results-driven program will develop lean muscle, increase your strength and endurance and melt stubborn fat. [MONSTER DUMBBELL WORKOUT] - These challenging workouts will build strength, power, and endurance. Dumbbells are an inexpensive and efficient way to train anywhere with no gym membership required. Train at home, on the go, and while traveling. This program will train imbalances in muscle strength, coordination, and mobility and is a great progression to Olympic lifts and more complex barbell work. Quick Poll What is your favorite place to train? [Group class] [Box] [Gym] [Home] [Park or other public place] [Other] Stay Strong! The Breaking Muscle Team [Share] [Tweet] [Forward] Copyright © 2016 Breaking Muscle, All rights reserved. Thanks for signing up on Breaking Muscle! Our mailing address is: Breaking Muscle 1710 Moorpark Road Suite 232 Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 [Add us to your address book] Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences] or [unsubscribe from this list]