Lemonade Diet Recipe

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Lemonade Diet Recipe Article

Two of the excellent fitness mentors I have come into contact with on my Journey are Jon Benson and Tom Venuto (author of Burn the fat, feed the muscle). I have gotten to know Jon and Tom pretty well over the years and Jon and I have compared notes on training techniques and Nutrition. Jon and Tom asked people in their network of contacts to submit summaries of their training, mindset and Nutrition habits to achieve fitness. The idea is to have a collection of people in their 40's 50's 60's and above who have reached or sustained high levels of fitness and capture some of their thoughts and techniques. I entered a submission and was fortunate enough to be selected for the book and and actually my summary is one of the sample chapters that are provided for evaluation. You can click the book to the left or the link at the bottom of the page to check out the book and get a free sample.

In the first section of the book Jon Benson tells his story. It is in essence an expanded version of the Fit Over 40 role model bios. Jon has had a very interesting ride in life and shares his insights in a personal and strategic way.

One of the things I like most about this book is there are many approaches to achieving fitness. Climbing Stairs and eating apples and chicken breasts are not for everyone. I believe that seeing how several different people have approached fitness is a powerful tool.

Jon Benson describes the next section like this:

The second section is the heart of Fit Over 40—the role models. You’ll meet 52 people, just like yourself, from all walks of life. Some have been fit for most of their lives. Others came to fitness via the deathbed—literally. A few are fitness professionals; many are merely enthusiasts—writers, politicians, construction workers, engineers, and full-time moms. All the stories are inspirational, no matter who you are or where you come from. These everyday athletes do not take drugs or rely on fad diets—they are the product of application of knowledge, strategy, love and commitment. They embody physical culture, and I’m proud to introduce them to you.

The final section is a how-to jackpot from co-author and fitness expert Tom Venuto. Tom is the author of the number one e-book in the world on fitness and nutrition, Burn The Fat, Feed The Muscle. After teaming up with Tom several years

ago, we began to realize a common passion for sharing the absolute truth about fitness. We both agreed that while diet and training books are good tools, absolute “truth” was in fact subjective. Therefore, the need arose to compile an arsenal of truth and blast it out to everyone that would listen. Through the diversity, Tom will weave common threads. He will share his vast knowledge of nutrition and fitness. Whether you’re a beginner or a competitive bodybuilder, his concluding chapters will be a go-to reference for you as the years pass. From competition training and diet to ridding yourself of that last 10 pounds of stubborn body fat, it’s is a must-read."

- Mind Matters: Principles of Inner Transformation - BodyWorks: Strength & Strategy - Inner Fuel: The Taste of Health - I Can See The Valley: New Hills, New Horizons - Begin And Believe

- Post-40 Training Tips - The Five Pillars of Anti-Aging Pillar 1: Weight & Strength Training Pillar 2: Aerobic Training Pillar 3: Learning To Be Flexible Pillar 4: Lifelong Nutrition Pillar 5: Recovery And Renewal - Final Thoughts— The Excellence Mindset

"This book is a reflection.. of 52 individuals, all from various backgrounds, ages and mindsets. You'll find everything from high protein meat-eaters to vegans; from high-intensity, low-volume trainers to people who hit the gym every single day. No one is wrong - and your conclusions will be the right ones for you if you decide to take for yourself the wisdom found in these pages and create your own personalized fitness lifestyle. It will ultimately become your destiny, your foundation for this temporal life, and your own fountain of youth.

"Fit Over 40" is not just for people over forty years of age. As many people inspired me twenty to fifty years my senior, my hope is that others will find similar inspiration from these mentors-no matter your age. .. For those of you over 40, this is a veritable treasure chest of inspiration and application." Fit Over 40 is an inspiring collection of 50 case studies of ordinary people who have made extraordinary transformations to their bodies. Co-authored by Tom Venuto of Burn The Fat, Feed The Muscle fame and Jon Benson (pictured on the cover) an internationally recognized transformation lifecoach, specializing in nutrition and physical fitness. In section three Tom takes you through the mental and physical process of changing your body. He says "This book was written to prove to you that beyond a doubt there is hope." Tom provides training tips specific to people over 40 that really should be used by fitness enthusiasts of any age.

He then takes us through the Five Pillars of Anti-Aging (strength training, aerobic training, flexibility, nutrition, and recovery) devoting a chapter to each. These topics are not glossed over either. Tom goes into great detail in each subject making section three like a book within a book. He concludes with Final Thoughts: The Excellence Mindset. This chapter focuses on the power of the mind and a positive attitude. It includes a series of positive affirmations common among the "fit and ageless."

Fit Over 40 does much more than chronicle the efforts of 50 inspirational individuals, many of whom struggled against overwhelming odds to succeed in attaining health and success. If that's the case, what is Fit Over 40 really all about? Fit Over 40 empowers you to attain your weight loss and personal health goals by providing all the tools you need to do it. These tools include a series of role models for inspiration, specific diet and exercise information, and tools to manipulate the power of your subconscious mind into "stacking the deck" in your favor. If I had to boil the essence of Fit Over 40 down to two words, they would be...

Attaining goals. For those of you who prefer specifics, here's a little more detail... The book is divided into three sections... Section #1: Jon's Journey: You'll experience co-author Jon's spiral into obesity and the associated health-related issues (i.e., elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels, etc.) that accompany it. You'll travel with him on the road to recovery, and while doing so, you'll learn several vital lessons.

In chapter 2 of this section "Mind Matters, Principles of Inner Transformation", you learn about the principle of the core -- the combination of mental, physical, emotional and spiritual make-up that makes you what you are. You'll learn how to align your core with clear and defined goals to attain success. You'll learn that "words create worlds", and how to avoid negativity that filters to the subconscious and inhibits your ability to succeed. Although I felt this was the most powerful aspect of this section, you'll also receive valuable information on training, eating and exercise. There's a fantastic section on the power of role-modelling as well. It's all good! Section #2, Role models: This section introduces each of the 50 inspirational role-models I talked about earlier. And I'm not talking mere "before and after" photos either. Each individual outlines his or her core philosophy, before detailing training and eating programs. What's interesting here is that you'll find almost as many different strategies and approaches as they are people. You'll find role models in 4 different age groups...

i) 40-49 ii) 50-59 iii) 60-69 iv) 70 + (yes, there's actually a story of a 77-year-old grandmother who trains and competes in bodybuilding with her 48-year-old daughter!).

Reading these stories really does open your eyes. There's so many different people here from all walks of life, some of whom who have battled (and in some cases continue to battle) against overwhelming odds, that in retrospect it was easy to see how your own personal issues aren't nearly as insurmountable as once perceived. Section #3: Tom's Training and Mental Strategies: As Tom says, "it all starts with the mind." You have to believe in yourself to succeed. And the great news, as Tom points out, is that there are plenty of studies that indicate you can be fit at any age, and it's never too late to start. Sticking with the mental strategies, you'll learn that a belief is a form of subconscious programming that governs your behavior. You'll learn that the first step in the process of change is to make note of your beliefs, and work to change any that may limit your potential. Better yet, you'll learn that age need not be equated with frailty -- it is not age, but inactivity, that causes many of the ravages associated with age. As Tom says... "you can't define old with a specific number because there can be such a huge difference between chronological and biological age. " The reminder of this section covers the 5 Pillars of Anti-Aging (weight training, aerobic activity, flexibility, nutrition, recovery and renewal) with a chapter dedicated to each.

Tom's wrap-up, "Final Thoughts: The Excellence Mindset" focuses once again on the mind-body connection, and concludes with "mental patterns of the fit and ageless". These are a series of positive affirmations common to the "fit and ageless." An example? Sure... "I am a lifelong learner and I stay active mentally." These prove to be a fantastic wrap-up to this book.

In conclusion, I'd have to say this publication is certainly one of the best and most complete I have ever read. It definitely rivals Tom's own publication, which has always been one of my favorites. In short, I'd be hard-pressed to think of anyone who would not benefit immensely from Fit Over 40. I learned plenty, and I'm not over 40 myself. Aesthetically, Fit Over 40 is gorgeous PDF e-book, professionally compiled and edited. It's easy to read and navigate, and there are plenty of inspirational photos as well!