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I have been in the fitness game for some time now. One question I get asked a lot is how to get a nice butt and lose fat. When I give the person the answer I usually get a shocked look. most people believe you need to do a lot of cardio work and some light weights to achieve this. On the contrary, you need to perform the exact opposite. When we think of a group of people with nice glutes and low body fat, many of times we think of celebrities and elite athletes. If I were to say which group maintains the look the best, your answer better be athletes. most celebrities go on and off of ridiculous diets and hunger strikes. They may look nice for a few movies, but for the most part of their lives they are either anorexic or holding excess loads of fat. Athletes like sprinters, volleyball players, soccer players and speed skaters have a great set of glutes and low bodyfat that last for much of their lives, even after their competitive years, with little maintenance. now, these athletes, and many other athletes like them, will train with high intensity (more specifically heavier weight), great speed and power. through their training they are able to gain low body fat and great glutes. The funny thing is that is not the objective of their training, just a great bonus.

So, to gain both of these goals at the same time we need to weight train with enough weight that our bodies grow stronger and gain muscle mass. Also, we will need to incorporate high intensity bouts of cardio energy system training. So, walking on a treadmill with cute little pink dumbbells aint gonna cut it. I already know plenty of people are turned off just from the idea of gaining muscle mass. Well, nice glutes are firm and hold a great deal of muscle. Trust me, making glutes smaller is just going to make you look pretty bad in any pants, shorts or bathing suit you wear. Another big bonus is muscle is thermogenic and metabolically driven by nature. Lay mans terms you burn optimal fat and keep it off. That is an incentive enough for anyone to get busy and weight train properly. What I am going to do is outline a sample program for fat loss and glute toning. Add this to your regiment and give it a try. If you are not on a regiment, you need to stop wasting time and get on one. The only way to see results with anything is through consistency, frequency, and variation. before trying any program make sure you are assessed and know where you stand physically. In other words, you are going to be the one who makes your bed and the one who has to sleep in it. Enough of my ranting here is the program:

Day 1:
1. Box Squats (box should be a little below the knees 90 degree bend) 4x15
2. Depth Jumps (off of the same box) 4x10
3. DB Lateral Lunges 3x16
4. Farmers Walks 2x3laps
Use supersets on the first two exercises and rest for two minutes between sets. The weight needs to be heavy enough so you can just make it to the required reps.

Day 2:

Perform sprints in an open field or soft track
1. Mid Speed Sprint for 90seconds rest for 1 minute
2. Mid speed sprint for 30 seconds for five sets rest for 3 minutes and repeat

Day 3:
Rest

Day 4:
1. Jumping Squats 2x50
2. Walking (body weight) Back Lunges 2x20
3. Stiff Leg Deadlift 2x50
4. Jumping Mule Kicks 2x10
Superset exercises 1 and 2, then rest for 3 minutes. Superset exercises 3 and 4 and rest for 2 minutes.

Day 5:
Plyometric Drills and Sprints:
1. high Jumps 1x20
2. Speed Skater Lateral Jumps 1x20
3. high Skips (A-skip) 10x to high speed sprint 10sec. Repeat 10 times

This is just a sample of what a serious training regiment will look like. Remember the key here is to really give it your all and do not skip out on proper technique.

Good luck

Ty Ferrell is a NASM certified personal trainer and a constant student of the vast field of fitness. He is the founder of http://www.thefitnessroad.com and can be reached there.

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With the increasing problems on child obesity, parents are beginning to look for more effective child weight loss program. However, not every child weight loss program can be effective since each child has different needs. Here are some tips to help you find the right weight loss program for your child.

Why you need a child weight loss program

If your child is obese, they are at a higher risk for health problems like heart diseases, diabetes, musculoskeletal ailments, asthma, and even cancer. Furthermore, they have a greater chance of remaining obese for the rest of their lives, and can even develop self-esteem and self-image problems. This doesnt just affect their physical health and appearance, but also the way they relate to themselves and the people around them.

The numbers

Children need a specific amount of calories everyday to give them energy for their activities, such as breathing and walking. For boys, the recommended amount is 2000 calories a day for ages 7 to 10, 2500 calories for 11 to 14, and 3000 calories for 15 to 18. Girls, on the other hand, need 2000 calories if they are 7 to 10 years old and 2200 calories if they are 11 to 18 years old. However, these numbers are only estimated amounts, so you should still consult your doctor to find the right numbers for your child.

Some children may need more or fewer calories, depending on their metabolism. Children need more calories if they have a fast metabolism, and less if they have it slow. fast or slow metabolism can run in the family, so they may be more at risk if you have obese relatives.

food restriction

Part of an effective child weight loss program involves restricting certain types of foods, especially those that contain too much carbohydrates or fats. Examples include sweets, meat, junk food and fast food. Occasional treats are fine, but dont make a habit of taking them to a burger joint every week.

Your diet can be suitable for your child

Some parents believe that their weight loss program can also benefit their children. While atkins and South Beach may benefit you, they may not be suitable for your child. Fortunately, these weight loss programs along with many others can be modified to fit your childs health and calorie needs. Your doctor can help you modify an existing plan to suit your childs needs.

What to avoid

A doctor would never prescribe weight loss drugs to your child unless there is no other choice. Therefore, you should avoid buying weight loss drugs for your child because their ingredients are most likely unsuitable for the childs body and can cause even greater side effects. If you think your child needs one, consult your doctor first.

weight loss programs

Here are a few examples of weight loss programs that can be modified to fit your childs health and weight loss needs:

1.Atkins diet This can actually be modified into a child weight loss program with the help of dietary or nutritional experts and your childs physician. This diet involves the consumption of foods with less carbohydrates, fats, flour, and sugar.

2.South Beach diet Your child needs the necessary calories for energy from particular foods, and this weight loss program involves the consumption of enough good carbs and good fats that your child needs to go about their daily activities.

3.Mediterranean diet Inspired by the eating patterns of Mediterranean countries like Southern Italy and Greece, this weight loss program can be modified for children to learn how to eat fruits, vegetables, wheat, cereal, and fish. This is also good for teaching them the benefits of eating healthier foods.

Get medical advice

One child weight loss program can have different effects for each child. It is best for parents to take their child to a physician for a check-up. This is necessary especially if the child is already obese or nearing obesity, or is already experiencing health problems.

The physical examination

Weighing your child is part of the doctors examination before they can determine the right child weight loss program for them. Then, the doctor is going to determine the BMI, the weight of your childs body fat and muscle, and their water weight. The doctor is going to perform an evaluation on your childs weight and overall health condition and then they are going to recommend the right weight loss program for them.

Phillip England is a weight loss expert and Author of the popular report "The Ultimate weight Loss Secret". To receive your free information on the secret that doctors, and health companies either don't know, or don't want you to know, please see http://www.theultimateweightlosssecret.com/secret

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