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Muscles targeted in the close grip bench press are the front delts, chest and triceps.

Ingredients 2 cups canned garbanzo beans, drained1/3 cup tahini1/4 cup lemon juice1 tsp salt2 cloves garlic, halved1 tbsp olive oil1 pinch paprika1 tsp minced fresh parsley Directions Place the garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, salt and garlic in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl. Drizzle olive oil […]

Ingredients 1 cup whole wheat flour1 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp baking soda1/8 tsp salt1 egg, lightly beaten1 cup low-fat buttermilk2 tbsp honey Directions Whisk whole-wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. In a small bowl, combine egg, buttermilk and honey. Make a well in dry ingredients and stir in egg […]

An easy exercise that can be done anywhere and really gets your heart rate going.

Two thirds of our bodies are made up of water it’s no wonder then that our bodies crave and need water to survive and so the simple answer to the question, “can water help to loss weight?” Is yes! Drinking approximately 2 liters of water per day is often the quoted ideal for anyone wondering […]

Ingredients 1 cup skim milk1 cup lime sherbet1/4 cup limeade concentrate, frozen Directions Put the mugs in freezer to chill. Place milk, sherbet and limeade concentrate in blender. Blend mixture until smooth. Pour into frosted glasses; garnish with lime slices or umbrellas, if desired.

A trainer explains how to do calf raises using a stability ball.

Ingredients 1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper5 pound rump of beef1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil2 sweet onions, sliced2 carrots, peeled and cubedHerbs and other seasonings as desired (I like Tarragon)1 cup liquid (1/2 wine and 12 beef broth)*Other vegetables if desired (like potatoes or mushrooms) Directions Season the flour with the salt and pepper […]

This exercise targets the shoulder muscles.

Warming up is very important, and high knees is a great way to get warmed up before you start your workout.