Cachexia - severe malnutrition and body wasting caused by chronic disease
Caffeine - stimulant in coffee, tea and many cola drinks
Elimination Diet - limited diet in which only certain foods are allowed; intended to find the food allergen causing reaction
Energy Balance - occurs when the kcal value of food ingested equals the kcal expended
Registered Dietitian - a person who has graduated from college or university after completing a course of study accredited by the American Dietetic Association (ADA).
Binge Eating - an eating disorder characterized by eating much more food than most people would eat in a given amount of time, and feeling that what is being eaten and how much is being eaten is out of the control of the person doing the eating
Essential amino acids - amino acids that the body cannot make in sufficient amounts to meet physiological needs and must come from food
Low Calorie, High volume Foods - foods low in calories, but high in volume (lettuce, broccoli, carrots and vegetable soups for example) so they more easily fill the stomach
Strain - an injury to the tendon or muscle
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Body Flex BT100 John Abdo Bun and Thigh Doer
Feature: ... Patent-pending Technology Isolate your buttocks and all sides of your legs for faster better results; Safer and more effective than lunges, step-ups, or squats; Various range of motion options. Progressive multiple resistances; Includes Instructional workout on DVD and Do N.O.T. Diet Plan is included.; 21 Day Swift Lift Plan comes with exercise journal and motivational booklet. Adjustable for tall or short bodies. Weight limit is 300 lbs. ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-04-29 Summary: Good for beginners ... It really helped me in first 6 months, and then I switch to one of those expensive multifunctional stations. For the price, it is a good buy, and a starter. I haven't have any problem, I am 6' tall, ergonomic, nothing bothered me. ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2008-01-07 Summary: visible results in a short time without extreme efforts ... This is a very good machine for beginners or intermediate levels and not for people with too much extra weight,in fact no home gym machine is made for extra big bodies,that's a fact, and if consumer needs or wants extra heavy duty machines either has to go to the gym or purchase gym machines that cost at least 500 hundred dollars to start. That's why this one doesn't cost more than 150. Paying more than that is crazy but for a 100 o 150 its worth it. Mine has the first level resistance bands and the advanced level ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | The Bun & Thigh Doer isolates and targets muscles within your buttocks and all sides of your legs and thighs for faster, safer results. More effective than traditional lunges, step-ups or squats. Standing position provides a workout with virtually no strain on your back or neck. Progressive resistance with 32 levels of resistance. Complete system includes: 3 instructional workouts, John Abdo's "Do Not Diet Plan" and his 21 Day Swift Lift Plan. Folds down and rolls away for easy storage....more
Bun and Thigh Roller with Workout DVD
Feature: ... All you need is 5 minutes a day; Padded back and headrest help you exercise comfortably; Works your glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, inner thighs, and outer thighs (abductors); Includes diet plan, exercise guide and workout DVD ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-03-24 Summary: It works! ... I have used this 3 weeks, 5 min a day using the one legged variations: 1 min each leg and the last set 30 sec. quick. I am thin and my butt is flat, so I wanted to get a round butt. I have noticed my pants stay on without a belt because my butt holds them on now! My boyfriend even said he noticed my butt is rounder, and he was shocked that it works so well! Get it and USE it girls to get a great bootylicious buttocks! ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2007-05-16 Summary: Worth it! ... I puchased the bun and thigh roller a few weeks ago, and find it to be totally worth the money. I have noticed my butt and thighs are slimmer and more toned. Don't be fooled into thinking that this will solve your weight problems, because it wont. This is simply a way to help solve your time/exercise problems. use this with a sensible eating plan, (I recommend the 6 week body makeover by Michael Thurman) and I believe you will notice a more sexy, fit you! ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Getting in shape is easy with the Bun and Thigh Roller, and all you need is 5 minutes a day. Just set the resistance to your preferred level and rock your way to toned muscles with minimal impact on your knees and lower back. The padded back and headrest help you exercise comfortably while the Bun and Thigh Roller works your glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, inner thighs, and outer thighs (abductors). Includes diet plan and exercise guide....more
Leg Magic Exercise Machine
Feature: ... Exercise machine and included support materials help tone lower body in minutes a day; Specially designed, curved track engages rider's weight against itself to target problem areas; 22 pounds in weight, measuring 18 by 42 by 38 inches (W x H x D); Measures 18 by 42 by 38 inches (W x H x D), 22-pounds in weight; Includes limited one-year manufacturer's warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-05-08 Summary: exceeded my expectations ... I purchased the one that doesn't fold up so it takes up more room. The exercise quality is unreal. It has been 2 weeks and I still have a hard time getting thru the whole workout. I have bad achilles tendons so I can't do the squats. I do 1 minute on the leg magic and 1 minute on a twist board then back and forth with the video. When I do the twist board I use 5lb hand weights. My legs are jello when done. I have very limited time to exercise so I just do it when I can. My work pants are already loose. I am very happy ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-05-03 Summary: awesome inner thigh workout! ... i love the leg magic! it gives you a great lower body workout. my trouble area has always been my inner thighs, and to find something that actually makes them burn makes me very happy. don't expect this to be an easy machine though. you really need to work at it. after the first glide you feel the burn! ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | Leg Magic was specially designed with the leg muscles in mind. Its unique lateral gliding motion works with gravity to work the muscles squats and leg presses can't touch....more
[2] ... Product Description | If you would like to sculpt the areas of your legs that painful, time-consuming squats and leg presses can't touch, then the Leg Magic Express Machine is for you. In just a few, 60-second workouts a day, the scientifically tested leg slimming system targets your inner and outer thighs, buttocks, and abs with a unique lateral gliding motion, combined with gravity, to access those problem areas. The Leg Magic also simultaneously increases your heart rate, so you'll burn calories more efficiently...more
Blue Leg Cord Resistance Band
Feature: ... *Lifetime Replacement Warranty*; Targets the often neglected small and large muscles of the inner and outer thighs as well as the front and rear Glute muscles; Comfortable, padded, velcro, adjustable ankle straps; Ripcords® uses an extra large velrco ankle attachment to accommodate all ankle sizes; Portable, efficient, affordable ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Ripcords® Leg Cords are a revolutionary product that targets the often neglected small and large muscles of the inner and outer thighs as well as the front and rear Glute muscles. Ripcords® Leg Cords use only the strongest available tubing and the most durable and comfortable ankle attachments. Unlike other ankle attachment products, Ripcords® uses an extra large velrco ankle attachment to accommodate all ankle sizes. The Leg Cords are available in 5 different tensions to provide additional...more
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