Archive for March, 2008
« Previous EntriesApril is Ab Workout Month
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
So here’s an ab workout for you. In this youtube video, you’ll get a sneak peak at one of the ab workout circuits from the April 2008 TT For Amazing Lower Abs exercise program.
The video shows you a simple 3 exercise circuit you can do at home.
Click HERE to watch […]
Make The Most Of Your Time In The Gym
Submitted by My Fitness Hut Blog
One of our favorite phrases today is: “I’m too busy…….” (sometimes used as an excuse). I don’t have time to waste, so my workouts don’t exceed 1 hour. I can get my workout finished in 45 minutes if I need to (with circuit weight training and interval cardio).
To take advantage […]
Bikini Body With Turbulence Training
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Here’s how Abby got her biking body using the Turbulence Training workout program
Chronological timeline of the workouts used:
Weeks 1-4: Fit Yummy Mummy Workout
Weeks 5-8: TT 2K3
Weeks 9-12: TT for Abs
I’d always been afraid to buy “e-books” in the past. They just seemed so…impersonal.
However, after a plateau in my […]
Eating Clean? What Is That?
Submitted by My Fitness Hut Blog
Eating clean is a buzzword that’s out there in the fitness industry. Rest assured that it is nothing new and different people define it in different ways. Much of it is just common sense. Eating clean is basically a healthy way for you to reach your health and fitness goals.
Not […]
Can Women Use Turbulence Training?
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Yes, women can use Turbulence Training. Here is another fat loss workout success story from a woman, this time from Japan!
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Dear Craig
I have just completed the Turbulence Training for Fat Loss Intermediate Level over an extended four weeks! I wanted to drop you some feedback.
At the beginning of my TT adventure, I […]
fat loss lunch break - interval training and fat burning
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Have you heard the ‘buzz’ about interval training and fat burning? Well, my friend Kyle Battis asked me about fat loss and and if you want to hear my take on this topic check out Kyle’s Fat Loss Lunch Break audio tip here:
===> http://www.fatlosslunchbreak.com/craigb1.html <===
Kyle’s got a great program at […]
Gold’s Gym 2-for-1
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Got a good workout in at Gold’s Gym in downtown LA on Friday night. Did a random session of Olympic squats, RDL’s, DB Rows, and Narrow-grip Seated Rows. Good stuff. Busy gym. Lots of upper body work going on…didn’t see much squatting though, as is the case in almost every gym […]
Lose Lower Belly Fat & Get Lower Abs
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
The latest TT workout of the month is built to give you amazing lower abs. It combines unique lower ab exercises along with lower belly fat burning intervals. Toughest ab workouts I’ve ever put together. Your lower abs will be punished by the ab circuits.
In fact, I recommend you only do […]
Johnno Fat Loss Transformation Q’n'A
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Fat loss question for a TT member from another member on www.ttmembers.com
Q: Johnno-I have just started my TT workouts with the intermediate level. I am new to Turbulence Training and saw your pics on the website. Your transformation is essentially exactly what I hope my experience to be like. You […]
The Skinny on Tabata Training
Submitted by Got Strength? Blog
Ok, so you saw the teaser video yesterday. That particular vid had some good little notes on what the Tabata protocol is, but I’ll give you the full rundown.
Tabata training is named for Dr. Izumi Tabata, the primary researcher who along with his colleagues at the National Institute of Fitness […]
Body Fat Measurement for Turbulence Training
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Measuring your body fat the same way on a consistent basis is important for keeping track of your results. As long as you don’t get too freaked out by slight variations and the actual numbers, and concentrate only on the long term trends, almost any body fat measurement tool can help.
Q: […]
Power Allows You To Exercise Efficiently At Higher Intensities
Submitted by My Fitness Hut Blog
Power (how fast your muscles can generate force) is not just for athletes. If you are serious about your fitness level and health, power can help you exercise efficiently at higher intensities for longer periods of time.
Research and my experience as an athlete, exerciser and personal trainer proves that high […]
The History of Turbulence Training
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
I’ve just started a 3-week Turbulence Training roadtrip that has taken me to LA, and will lead me through Nashville and down to Charleston, South Carolina before it is all over on April 14th.
And while setting up this trip, all I could think about was, “When I am going to […]
Tabata Who? Tabata What?
Submitted by Got Strength? Blog
Hey kids, sorry for the long time out of communication. I’m back in action now!
Since it’s getting close to beach time, we’re going to start talking about metabolic conditioning workouts. Basically the goal of these workouts is to build up your fitness and conditioning, and as a great side benefit they […]
Burn More Lower Body Fat With Leg Circuits
Submitted by My Fitness Hut Blog
Do you have stubborn lower body fat? Leg circuits is a tried and true method to burn more leg fat, increase strength/endurance and improve heart health. So, how do leg circuits work? The good news is that you only need 20 minutes! The better news is that you will have […]
Eve’s 14.5 Pound Fat Loss TT Transformation
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Eve’s fat loss was 14.5 pounds in the 12-Week Turbulence Training Transformation. She’s one of the many folks who needed the inspiration of the TT Fat Loss Challenge to get her motivated to stick with her program. Here’s Eve’s story…
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“During my 12 week Turbulence Training Transformation Challenge, I lost 14.5 pounds, […]
Johnno’s “Big Guns from Down Under” Transformation
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
We have many fat loss Transformation members from Down Under, both Australia and New Zealand, and it’s great to have their fresh perspectives and positive attitudes on the TT Forums. Here’s a story to make you smile about a former Judo champ in the comeback of his life, building up a […]
Abby’s Happy Turbulence Training Transformation
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
I love how happy Abby looks in her “after” photos! Congratulations, all the TT Members are proud of you!
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OK, here are my beginning and final measurements:
Start - December 31, 2007
waist: 30.0″
abdomen: 34.25″
hips: 38.25″
L thigh: 20.0″
R thigh: 20.0″
L calf: 15.25″
R calf: 15.0″
Weight: 158.6lbs
Bodyfat: 31.2%
Finish - March 23, 2008
waist: 27.75″
abdomen: 30.5″
hips: […]
Don’t Let Exercise Cause Chronic and Degenerative Injuries
Submitted by My Fitness Hut Blog
I just finished an intense 20 minute interval cardio session in which I burned about 300 calories. For those of you counting at home, that’s about 100 calories every 6.5 minutes. I could do this type of workout (and many do) or a variation of it every day. And, if […]
Consume Less Dietary Fat To Burn More Body Fat
Submitted by My Fitness Hut Blog
All dietary fat (saturated, unsaturated, trans) has 9 calories per gram (meaning it is the most dense of the macronutrients). In contrast, carbohydrates and protein have 4 cal/g and alcohol has 7 cal/g.
If you’re trying to cut calories and burn body fat, eating more dietary fat won’t help you get […]
Jillian Michaels Weighs in on Turbulence Training for Flat Abs
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Uh-oh, Jillian Michaels, one of the trainer’s on the hit TV show,
The Biggest Loser, mentioned Turbulence Training on her radio show
recently.
Did she trash it and bash it?
Find out what she had to say here:
http://turbulencetraining.com/Jillian_Michaels.shtml
See what one of the world’s top trainers is saying about TT,
Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
Author, Turbulence Training
PS - […]
Stick-up Exercise Success Story - Ends 10 Years of Pain with Simple Exercise
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Here’s a success story about the most deceptive exercise of all time…the Stick-up. Looks so easy, but for so many desk jockeys, its one of the hardest exercises to do…
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Dear Craig,
I am writing to extend my deepest gratitude for your YouTube video on Shoulder Mobility Exercises.
Click HERE To watch […]
Turbulence Training Tornado Workouts to Look & Feel Younger
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Here’s an out of the ordinary Turbulence Training testimonial from another trainer using the Turbulence Training fat loss workouts with their clients…
“I met you at a seminar in Chicago w/ Grasso, Latif and Osar. Have loved incorporating your TT workouts personally and w/ my clients as well. Great results in less time!
My name is […]
12-Week Transformation Fat Loss Success Stories
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Ready for some jaw-dropping, powerful, inspirational Before & After Turbulence Training Fat Loss Success Stories?
Find out…
1) How father of 2, Andy Apsay went from 15% body fat to 10% body fat in only 12 weeks using the Turbulence Training workouts.
Click HERE to read how a busy dad got his abs
2) How […]
Quick Fat Loss Nutrition Tip for You
Submitted by Turbulence Training Blog
Who else is busting their butt in the gym and not getting the fat loss results they deserve?
Almost everyone, I know, I know.
Listen, you have to fix your nutrition. No more foods from a bag or a box. Switch over to more fruits and vegetables.
Now I know you’re not just going […]
