Thanks to TT reader Kerry Z. for the inspiration, today I did 10 sprints of 15 seconds at a 10% incline on the treadmill. The last one was stretched to 20 seconds and was tough. Good challenge. Will build up to 30 seconds each. Now off for a full day of travel from Orange County to Toronto.
While I'm gone, check out the Best diet news you've heard in a while
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/best-diet-news-meal-frequency/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"First thing to do every morning is read or listen to something positive. Your mind is like a garden - whatever you plant grows. Plant good stuff." - Alwyn Cosgrove Two-time Stage IV Cancer survivor
If you fall "off the wagon", cut your losses, don't worry about it, and get right back on track - Immediately. It's minor damage that can be dealt with. Doesn't matter what area of life, just re-focus on the positive starting now.
And what I was working on last night...my slides from my latest Internet Independence presentation at the Fitness Business Summit
- http://internetindependence.com/fbs2012
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - "Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you CAN do." - Coach John Wooden
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Kettlebell Exercises
Kettlebell Exercises: How To Chose The Best One
By Chris Lopez
Being in the fitness game for 13 years, I often get asked the question, "What are the best kettlebell exercises?".
My answer is always the same whether I am choosing kettlebell exercises or exercises that involve dumbbells, barbells or even just bodyweight.
The best kettlebell exercises incorporate every muscle of the body.
Unlike any other exercise tool, kettlebell exercises are meant to use the body as a complete unit. A network of muscles, joints, bones and nerves that work together to train the body
When it comes to choosing the best kettlebell exercises, there are few that compare to the most foundational kettlebell exercise, The Swing.
The Swing is the kettlebell exercise that ALL ballistic kettlebell exercises are derived from. Dissecting the swing, you will notice two very distinct elements...
First, is the hip hinge. The hinge is often the most misunderstood element of this simple, but not easy, kettlebell exercise. If you look at novices perform the swing for the first time, you'll notice - more often than not - a deep knee bend and the exerciser turning the swing into a sumo squat type of kettlebell exercise.
This is not the proper way to execute the kettlebell swing. Instead of the deep knee bend, the exerciser should be flexing at the hip - with only a slight knee bend - and keeping their back arched. The essence of this incredible kettlebell exercise comes from the exerciser's ability to recruit and load their glutes and hamstrings. This can only be acheived by through the over-emphasized hip hinge.
The second important element in the most foundational of kettlebell exercises is the rooting. The rooting or the finishing stance of the swing is where the exerciser's abdominal stability and ability to fire the glutes come into play.
A proper rooting stance is where the exerciser is able to both maintain tension and be relaxed at the same time.
That means that when performing the swing, or any ballistic kettlebell exercises for that matter, the exerciser must be able to squeeze and fire their glutes, maintain tension in their core and at the same time keep their shoulders relaxed. It's a difficult task to master as, more often than not, people who attempt this kettlebell exercise "the right way" will mistaken rooting for leaning back and excessively extend their spine by leaning back.
This is natural as you start to learn how to recruit your glutes properly, but something that should be consciously avoided as you start to practice this essential kettlebell exercise.
After understanding the elements of the kettlebell swing, it will be much easier to familiarize yourself with the other ballistic kettlebell exercises like the snatch, clean and high pull which all involve the hip hinge and the rooting stance.
This is why, when starting out with ANY kettlebell exercises, it's important to be under the watchful eye of a qualified kettlebell exercise instructor.
With proper guidance and instruction from an instructor who is qualified to teach kettlebell exercises - like an RKC - you'll accelerate your ability to become competent in swinging a kettlebell. Learn more about kettlebell exercises here.
By Chris Lopez
Being in the fitness game for 13 years, I often get asked the question, "What are the best kettlebell exercises?".
My answer is always the same whether I am choosing kettlebell exercises or exercises that involve dumbbells, barbells or even just bodyweight.
The best kettlebell exercises incorporate every muscle of the body.
Unlike any other exercise tool, kettlebell exercises are meant to use the body as a complete unit. A network of muscles, joints, bones and nerves that work together to train the body
When it comes to choosing the best kettlebell exercises, there are few that compare to the most foundational kettlebell exercise, The Swing.
The Swing is the kettlebell exercise that ALL ballistic kettlebell exercises are derived from. Dissecting the swing, you will notice two very distinct elements...
First, is the hip hinge. The hinge is often the most misunderstood element of this simple, but not easy, kettlebell exercise. If you look at novices perform the swing for the first time, you'll notice - more often than not - a deep knee bend and the exerciser turning the swing into a sumo squat type of kettlebell exercise.
This is not the proper way to execute the kettlebell swing. Instead of the deep knee bend, the exerciser should be flexing at the hip - with only a slight knee bend - and keeping their back arched. The essence of this incredible kettlebell exercise comes from the exerciser's ability to recruit and load their glutes and hamstrings. This can only be acheived by through the over-emphasized hip hinge.
The second important element in the most foundational of kettlebell exercises is the rooting. The rooting or the finishing stance of the swing is where the exerciser's abdominal stability and ability to fire the glutes come into play.
A proper rooting stance is where the exerciser is able to both maintain tension and be relaxed at the same time.
That means that when performing the swing, or any ballistic kettlebell exercises for that matter, the exerciser must be able to squeeze and fire their glutes, maintain tension in their core and at the same time keep their shoulders relaxed. It's a difficult task to master as, more often than not, people who attempt this kettlebell exercise "the right way" will mistaken rooting for leaning back and excessively extend their spine by leaning back.
This is natural as you start to learn how to recruit your glutes properly, but something that should be consciously avoided as you start to practice this essential kettlebell exercise.
After understanding the elements of the kettlebell swing, it will be much easier to familiarize yourself with the other ballistic kettlebell exercises like the snatch, clean and high pull which all involve the hip hinge and the rooting stance.
This is why, when starting out with ANY kettlebell exercises, it's important to be under the watchful eye of a qualified kettlebell exercise instructor.
With proper guidance and instruction from an instructor who is qualified to teach kettlebell exercises - like an RKC - you'll accelerate your ability to become competent in swinging a kettlebell. Learn more about kettlebell exercises here.
Weekend Weight Loss Challenges
My workout today was at the 24-hour fitness in Costa Mesa. It's a huge gym (great place to workout), and strangely busy at 6am on a Saturday. It just seems a little too much off the beaten path for it to have been that busy. Great area though. Heck of a shopping mall across the street.
I'm down here for www.fitnessbusinesssummit.com and will be speaking tonight.
So it's the weekend...the time when everyone who is struggling to lose fat falls off their nutrition plan...so here's something to consider: If there is junk food in your house, you ARE going to eat it. So if you don't want to eat it, get it out of your house. Otherwise, ACCEPT the fact you're going to eat it, eventually. That's just the way it is, and that's how good diets go bad.
It's like putting water on a gremlin after midnight. And if your family brings it in, then you need to MOVE IT into a place that is extremely difficult for you to access. A high cupboard, somewhere out of sight, out of mind. Research shows the HARDER it is to access, the LESS you eat. Stay strong. I know you can do it.
Losing fat is a game between you and the outside world. Everyone, from family to friends to co-workers to restaurant owners to TV advertisers are conspiring against you to make you eat more and exercise less. Like it or not, it's true.
They might not be doing it on purpose, or with bad intentions, but they are happier when you are fed, full, and flat out on the couch. You must always know your options. You must have Plans A, B, C, D, and E.
You must be prepared to counter-attack. When they say take-out, you say, "I've already prepared my lunch". When they say, "Happy Hour", you say, "Workout first."
And surround yourself with people who are fitter and healthier than you. The power of social support and POSITIVE peer pressure will help you take your health and fitness to the next level.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
"It is not failure itself that holds you back; it is the fear of failure that paralyzes you." - Brian Tracy......So if there is something you've been wanting to do, take at least one small step in that direction today.
Saturday is a great day for this lil' task: Do this 5-minute task: Create your 5% list. Write down everything that you do that ONLY you can do in your business...and ONLY tasks that make you money. That is your 5%. Write down everything else and start delegating it and designing your life to free up more time to work on your 5%.
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." – Lou Holtz.....Remember this in all you do. Bring the right attitude. Stay strong. Focus on your 5% - what you do best and WHEN you do it best (your MAGIC TIME).
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
I'm down here for www.fitnessbusinesssummit.com and will be speaking tonight.
So it's the weekend...the time when everyone who is struggling to lose fat falls off their nutrition plan...so here's something to consider: If there is junk food in your house, you ARE going to eat it. So if you don't want to eat it, get it out of your house. Otherwise, ACCEPT the fact you're going to eat it, eventually. That's just the way it is, and that's how good diets go bad.
It's like putting water on a gremlin after midnight. And if your family brings it in, then you need to MOVE IT into a place that is extremely difficult for you to access. A high cupboard, somewhere out of sight, out of mind. Research shows the HARDER it is to access, the LESS you eat. Stay strong. I know you can do it.
Losing fat is a game between you and the outside world. Everyone, from family to friends to co-workers to restaurant owners to TV advertisers are conspiring against you to make you eat more and exercise less. Like it or not, it's true.
They might not be doing it on purpose, or with bad intentions, but they are happier when you are fed, full, and flat out on the couch. You must always know your options. You must have Plans A, B, C, D, and E.
You must be prepared to counter-attack. When they say take-out, you say, "I've already prepared my lunch". When they say, "Happy Hour", you say, "Workout first."
And surround yourself with people who are fitter and healthier than you. The power of social support and POSITIVE peer pressure will help you take your health and fitness to the next level.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
"It is not failure itself that holds you back; it is the fear of failure that paralyzes you." - Brian Tracy......So if there is something you've been wanting to do, take at least one small step in that direction today.
Saturday is a great day for this lil' task: Do this 5-minute task: Create your 5% list. Write down everything that you do that ONLY you can do in your business...and ONLY tasks that make you money. That is your 5%. Write down everything else and start delegating it and designing your life to free up more time to work on your 5%.
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." – Lou Holtz.....Remember this in all you do. Bring the right attitude. Stay strong. Focus on your 5% - what you do best and WHEN you do it best (your MAGIC TIME).
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Friday, March 09, 2012
California Fitness Summits
Whoa, nelly. My quads are STILL super sore from squats and lunges plus the narrow-stance bb squat meathead finisher. And I mean SUPER sore. That was over 72 hours ago. I shared that technique with the experts in the Fit Body Bootcamp World Summit on Thursday afternoon here in Southern California, and I'll be taking folks through the finisher at the 2nd TT Summit in June (also in California, San Diego to be exact).
Quick Facebook Survey
What's the one food you can't have in the house...for me, it's chocolate covered almonds. If they somehow sneak in, I punish them, and make sure they are gone. You? Is it cookies? Chips? Ice cream? None of those interest me that much. It's those little CCA's that get me.
Find out the answers here: www.TurbulenceTrainingFanpage.com and have your say.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"No dream is too big. It takes almost the same amount of time and energy to manage tiny projects or businesses as it does to manage massive ones...and the massive ones carry with them - proportional rewards." – Kekich Credo #40. My thoughts: Your long term goals must include massive dreams. After all, the same steps will be taken to lose 50 pounds as will be for 5 pounds. So stay strong, do the right things, and never give up.
You may get humbled at first, but there is ALWAYS a solution to your problem. The key is to never give up so that you will in fact find that solution. Stay strong. Keep going.
It's not the load that breaks you, it's how you carry it." - Lena Horne. Start by not carrying it all yourself. Get social support, online and in the "real world". There are people out there willing to support you, never give up on looking. And NOW more than ever, the world needs good positive people like YOU to be out there helping others. Stay strong. Give support. You'll get it back.
Today's www.InternetIndependence.com Tip:
"Use leverage with ideas (the ability to generalize is the key to intellectual leverage), work, money, time and people. To maximize profits, replicate yourself. Earning potentials become geometric rather than linear." - Kekich Credo #19.....When you can do this, through affiliates, licensees, franchises, publishing partners, etc., then BOOM. Your business revenues will increase exponentially. Always keep this in mind - IF your goal is a big business.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - The teacher learns more than the student. When you help others, you help yourself. Not only do you always come away with a better understanding of what you taught, but every time you help someone, you increase your social support. Who can you help today? Helping them will help you.
Quick Facebook Survey
What's the one food you can't have in the house...for me, it's chocolate covered almonds. If they somehow sneak in, I punish them, and make sure they are gone. You? Is it cookies? Chips? Ice cream? None of those interest me that much. It's those little CCA's that get me.
Find out the answers here: www.TurbulenceTrainingFanpage.com and have your say.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"No dream is too big. It takes almost the same amount of time and energy to manage tiny projects or businesses as it does to manage massive ones...and the massive ones carry with them - proportional rewards." – Kekich Credo #40. My thoughts: Your long term goals must include massive dreams. After all, the same steps will be taken to lose 50 pounds as will be for 5 pounds. So stay strong, do the right things, and never give up.
You may get humbled at first, but there is ALWAYS a solution to your problem. The key is to never give up so that you will in fact find that solution. Stay strong. Keep going.
It's not the load that breaks you, it's how you carry it." - Lena Horne. Start by not carrying it all yourself. Get social support, online and in the "real world". There are people out there willing to support you, never give up on looking. And NOW more than ever, the world needs good positive people like YOU to be out there helping others. Stay strong. Give support. You'll get it back.
Today's www.InternetIndependence.com Tip:
"Use leverage with ideas (the ability to generalize is the key to intellectual leverage), work, money, time and people. To maximize profits, replicate yourself. Earning potentials become geometric rather than linear." - Kekich Credo #19.....When you can do this, through affiliates, licensees, franchises, publishing partners, etc., then BOOM. Your business revenues will increase exponentially. Always keep this in mind - IF your goal is a big business.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - The teacher learns more than the student. When you help others, you help yourself. Not only do you always come away with a better understanding of what you taught, but every time you help someone, you increase your social support. Who can you help today? Helping them will help you.
Thursday, March 08, 2012
Truth About the "6 Small Meals Diet" (makes you sick and fat?)
According to fitness expert, Jason Ferruggia, the 6 small meals per day plan doesn't work.
You might already have found that out the hard way.
Jay said, "Like everyone, I did the standard six meals a day forever. I got started on all this back in the 80's and that was the way to go. Eat every two hours, high carbs and low fat. Of course that didn't really work out too well for lean gains. I got bigger but always gained an equal amount of fat.
"Plus, I was just getting sick and tired of having to eat all day, getting some kind of cold or infection every few months, having pretty bad digestive issues and a lack of energy."
This is Jay's proven solution to eating 6 meals per day
"The Renegade Diet is by far and away the easiest and most effective eating plan I've ever tried. It gives you complete freedom and actually allows you get and remain in great shape while still having a social life. It's the only way I'll ever eat for the
You might already have found that out the hard way.
Jay said, "Like everyone, I did the standard six meals a day forever. I got started on all this back in the 80's and that was the way to go. Eat every two hours, high carbs and low fat. Of course that didn't really work out too well for lean gains. I got bigger but always gained an equal amount of fat.
"Plus, I was just getting sick and tired of having to eat all day, getting some kind of cold or infection every few months, having pretty bad digestive issues and a lack of energy."
This is Jay's proven solution to eating 6 meals per day
"The Renegade Diet is by far and away the easiest and most effective eating plan I've ever tried. It gives you complete freedom and actually allows you get and remain in great shape while still having a social life. It's the only way I'll ever eat for the
rest of my life."-Alyson Iannacone
Jay switched his eating to fewer meals, which is a LOT more convenient for many people.
Here's why, as Jay explains, "When my step-dad, Ed, got sick I started reading everything I could about nutrition for improved health. Before that I was only interested in performance, but because I wanted to save or at least extend Ed's life I started looking at nutrition in a whole new light.
"I read all about the health benefits of eating fewer meals per day and discovered that the very act of eating and digesting is stressful to the body.
"I became obsessed with digestive health and came to realize how important it is and that it really controls everything. If your digestive health isn't optimal you will never feel that great or perform at the highest level. That means your training will suffer and your fat loss or muscle gains will always be slower than they could be.
"And surprisingly, 6 meals per day is not the answer.
"So, if right now you are eating six meals per day try just going to four meals per day with an extra hour between them.
"Then cut that to three meals with 5-6 hours between each. But still keep total calories the same at the end of the day. This optimizes leptin levels and improves your digestion.
"Studies have shown very little difference in the effectiveness of six meals per day over three."
That last point is the key TRUTH about the 6 meals per day eating plan.
Listen, if it is inconvenient for you to eat 6 times per day, or if you do NOT believe 6 meals per day is working for you, then Jay has good news.
He has a better plan for you.
"Eventually you'd want to start pushing your breakfast back a couple of hours in the morning. This gives you less time each day in the fed state. That's a good thing because it allows your body to replenish it's natural enzyme pool and lets your immune system work at full power, uninterrupted by the stress of digesting food," Jay clarified in a recent interview.
That's a better way of eating. A more convenient way of eating.
Get fat loss results with less eating stress here
"In just my first eight weeks on The Renegade Diet I was able to simultaneously lose fat while also building muscle and getting stronger. All in all I dropped fourteen pounds of fat(but look much bigger). This is the easiest diet plan I have ever followed." - Logan Peck
"While I work out hard, I truly began to see results I've never seen before after I started following the diet. After just a few months I lost 16 pounds which is ALOT of weight when you are 5 ft2 in. I can't believe people actually call me ripped!! - Amanda Temple ---- See her results at this site.
Stop eating 6 meals per day and start losing fat with this diet
Jay has always been my #1 go to guy for heavy lifting info, and now he's becoming a great source of fat loss nutrition advice for TT users.
Let me know about your success with his plan,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Of course, for those who love heavy lifting, Jay is NOT letting us down.
He's adding a special bonus workout to go with everyone who gets his new nutrition plan before the end of the weekend.
Lose fat and gain muscle with Jay's simple diet
And get hooked up with his training bonus this weekend only.
Jay switched his eating to fewer meals, which is a LOT more convenient for many people.
Here's why, as Jay explains, "When my step-dad, Ed, got sick I started reading everything I could about nutrition for improved health. Before that I was only interested in performance, but because I wanted to save or at least extend Ed's life I started looking at nutrition in a whole new light.
"I read all about the health benefits of eating fewer meals per day and discovered that the very act of eating and digesting is stressful to the body.
"I became obsessed with digestive health and came to realize how important it is and that it really controls everything. If your digestive health isn't optimal you will never feel that great or perform at the highest level. That means your training will suffer and your fat loss or muscle gains will always be slower than they could be.
"And surprisingly, 6 meals per day is not the answer.
"So, if right now you are eating six meals per day try just going to four meals per day with an extra hour between them.
"Then cut that to three meals with 5-6 hours between each. But still keep total calories the same at the end of the day. This optimizes leptin levels and improves your digestion.
"Studies have shown very little difference in the effectiveness of six meals per day over three."
That last point is the key TRUTH about the 6 meals per day eating plan.
Listen, if it is inconvenient for you to eat 6 times per day, or if you do NOT believe 6 meals per day is working for you, then Jay has good news.
He has a better plan for you.
"Eventually you'd want to start pushing your breakfast back a couple of hours in the morning. This gives you less time each day in the fed state. That's a good thing because it allows your body to replenish it's natural enzyme pool and lets your immune system work at full power, uninterrupted by the stress of digesting food," Jay clarified in a recent interview.
That's a better way of eating. A more convenient way of eating.
Get fat loss results with less eating stress here
"In just my first eight weeks on The Renegade Diet I was able to simultaneously lose fat while also building muscle and getting stronger. All in all I dropped fourteen pounds of fat(but look much bigger). This is the easiest diet plan I have ever followed." - Logan Peck
"While I work out hard, I truly began to see results I've never seen before after I started following the diet. After just a few months I lost 16 pounds which is ALOT of weight when you are 5 ft2 in. I can't believe people actually call me ripped!! - Amanda Temple ---- See her results at this site.
Stop eating 6 meals per day and start losing fat with this diet
Jay has always been my #1 go to guy for heavy lifting info, and now he's becoming a great source of fat loss nutrition advice for TT users.
Let me know about your success with his plan,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Of course, for those who love heavy lifting, Jay is NOT letting us down.
He's adding a special bonus workout to go with everyone who gets his new nutrition plan before the end of the weekend.
Lose fat and gain muscle with Jay's simple diet
And get hooked up with his training bonus this weekend only.
Wednesday, March 07, 2012
Super Tough Bodyweight Interval Workout
A reader named Jay wrote in with a question about my infamous 20-10 bodyweight squat and pushups 'finisher' from TT for Buff Dudes and Hot Chicks.
Jay said, "I'm not exactly sure how to perform the bodyweight squat series, can you explain?"
The workout is written like this:
1) Bodyweight Squats
a. (20 second squats + 10 second hold in bottom position x 8 rounds)
2) Pushups
a. (20 seconds pushups + 10 second hold in top position x 4 rounds)
3) Plank + Side Plank
a. (20 second plank + 10 second side plank alternating sides x 8 rounds)
4) Touchdown Lunges + T-Pushups
a. (20 seconds lunges + 10 seconds T-pushups x 4 rounds)
"In exercise one, you do repetitive squats for 20 seconds.
When your interval timer beeps (or when you see the clock hit the 20 second mark), you lower to the bottom part of the squat and hold for 10 seconds. Once ten seconds passes, you repeat...so in total you will be squatting for 4 minutes without a break.
It's tough. Really tough.
In exercise 2, you do 20 seconds worth of pushups, then you hold in the top position for 10 seconds and you do this for 4 rounds (so its essentially 2 minutes of continual pushups, the only break being the 10 sec hold at the top).
For the plank and side plank- you do a 20 second plank, then rotate and hold a 10 second right side plank, then back to a regular plank, then to a 10 second left side plank...so all in all you're doing 4 minutes of plank...mostly in regular plank but with the side planks as well.
Use the same protocol with the last exercise.
See you in the bootcamp workouts my friend,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - You want another tough workout...
The 2nd morning bootcamp workout we did was a super TOUGH training session. Good times.
Get your TT Summit bootcamp videos here
And make sure to save the dates of the next TT Summit when they are announced to the public soon (hint: June)
Jay said, "I'm not exactly sure how to perform the bodyweight squat series, can you explain?"
Here's the answer, and here's where you can see me do
The Bodyweight Squat Timed Intervals
The workout is written like this:
1) Bodyweight Squats
a. (20 second squats + 10 second hold in bottom position x 8 rounds)
2) Pushups
a. (20 seconds pushups + 10 second hold in top position x 4 rounds)
3) Plank + Side Plank
a. (20 second plank + 10 second side plank alternating sides x 8 rounds)
4) Touchdown Lunges + T-Pushups
a. (20 seconds lunges + 10 seconds T-pushups x 4 rounds)
As Rachel, a TT Member explained on the forum...
"In exercise one, you do repetitive squats for 20 seconds.
When your interval timer beeps (or when you see the clock hit the 20 second mark), you lower to the bottom part of the squat and hold for 10 seconds. Once ten seconds passes, you repeat...so in total you will be squatting for 4 minutes without a break.
It's tough. Really tough.
In exercise 2, you do 20 seconds worth of pushups, then you hold in the top position for 10 seconds and you do this for 4 rounds (so its essentially 2 minutes of continual pushups, the only break being the 10 sec hold at the top).
For the plank and side plank- you do a 20 second plank, then rotate and hold a 10 second right side plank, then back to a regular plank, then to a 10 second left side plank...so all in all you're doing 4 minutes of plank...mostly in regular plank but with the side planks as well.
Use the same protocol with the last exercise.
All in all it takes 12 minutes, but it's a super-tough 12-minute challenge.
Now while this full workout isn't available on video, you CAN watch ALL of my presentations and follow-along bootcamp workouts from the TT Summit here.
But hurry, there are only 24 hours left before the price doubles.
See you in the bootcamp workouts my friend,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - You want another tough workout...
The 2nd morning bootcamp workout we did was a super TOUGH training session. Good times.
Get your TT Summit bootcamp videos here
And make sure to save the dates of the next TT Summit when they are announced to the public soon (hint: June)
Leg Training and Metabolic Madness
My training today: Squats, Box Jumps, Lunges, Good Mornings. Good times.
More metabolic madness from Mike Whitfield
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/fat-burning-finishers/
More info, science, and guidelines on interval training
- http://www.TurbulenceTraining.com/intervalreport
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the one who'll decide where to go." ~Dr. Seuss
You don't find time for the important things in life, you must MAKE time. Stop trying to find time, and sit down and make time for what really matters. That's the only way you're going to get focused time on what counts.
Who can you network with today? Take 5 minutes and write down a list of everyone you need to contact (online and offline). Find a way that you can help each one of those people. Then contact at least one new person every day, Monday through Friday, every week, as long as you're in business.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - No one has time these days for you to be anything less than extraordinary.
More metabolic madness from Mike Whitfield
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/fat-burning-finishers/
More info, science, and guidelines on interval training
- http://www.TurbulenceTraining.com/intervalreport
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the one who'll decide where to go." ~Dr. Seuss
You don't find time for the important things in life, you must MAKE time. Stop trying to find time, and sit down and make time for what really matters. That's the only way you're going to get focused time on what counts.
Who can you network with today? Take 5 minutes and write down a list of everyone you need to contact (online and offline). Find a way that you can help each one of those people. Then contact at least one new person every day, Monday through Friday, every week, as long as you're in business.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - No one has time these days for you to be anything less than extraordinary.
Tuesday, March 06, 2012
Countdown Training
Tons of amazing content from the 1st ever TT Summit (including bootcamp workouts) now available in online video format for you here.
- http://www.ttsummit.com/videos.shtml
My training today: Pullups, Pushups, Rack Lockout, SnatchGrip Barbell Row, Triceps Extensions, Fat Grip Barbell Curls.
A countdown ladder for you. Start at 15 reps per exercise and work your way down to 1 rep, resting as little as possible between exercises. Kettlebell Swings + Pushups (use decline pushups to make it harder). Follow with a quick running warm-up, and then three running intervals of 30 seconds separated by 60 seconds of rest, and then if possible, three 45-second intervals on the bike with 45 seconds of rest. Your shirt will be soaked by then.
Today's Kick Butt Tip:
Success is simple once you realize how difficult it is. Then you know how much effort, honesty, responsibility, long-range planning, creativity, intensity, discipline, thought and control the process is going to take. It is not easy. It is not going to happen overnight. Only once you accept that will you succeed.
"Motivation gets you started; habit keeps you going." - Jim Ryun. If you miss a day of good habits, get back on track as quickly as possible. The more frequently you do something, the better the chance you will stick with it. Stick to your good habits while traveling, when you're busy, and during tough imes...eventually they will become strong habits and easier and easier for you to follow.
"Never give up, for that is just the place & time that the tide will turn." - Harriet Beecher Stowe
People want to follow and learn from passionate people. So become the most passionate, enthusiastic person in your area of expertise, let it show, and people will come to you.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
www.TurbulenceTrainingCertification.com
- http://www.ttsummit.com/videos.shtml
My training today: Pullups, Pushups, Rack Lockout, SnatchGrip Barbell Row, Triceps Extensions, Fat Grip Barbell Curls.
A countdown ladder for you. Start at 15 reps per exercise and work your way down to 1 rep, resting as little as possible between exercises. Kettlebell Swings + Pushups (use decline pushups to make it harder). Follow with a quick running warm-up, and then three running intervals of 30 seconds separated by 60 seconds of rest, and then if possible, three 45-second intervals on the bike with 45 seconds of rest. Your shirt will be soaked by then.
Today's Kick Butt Tip:
Success is simple once you realize how difficult it is. Then you know how much effort, honesty, responsibility, long-range planning, creativity, intensity, discipline, thought and control the process is going to take. It is not easy. It is not going to happen overnight. Only once you accept that will you succeed.
"Motivation gets you started; habit keeps you going." - Jim Ryun. If you miss a day of good habits, get back on track as quickly as possible. The more frequently you do something, the better the chance you will stick with it. Stick to your good habits while traveling, when you're busy, and during tough imes...eventually they will become strong habits and easier and easier for you to follow.
"Never give up, for that is just the place & time that the tide will turn." - Harriet Beecher Stowe
People want to follow and learn from passionate people. So become the most passionate, enthusiastic person in your area of expertise, let it show, and people will come to you.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
www.TurbulenceTrainingCertification.com
Monday, March 05, 2012
The Success Principle of Perseverance
Been playing around with hill sprints on the treadmill...worked up to three sprints of 30 seconds at 10mph at 10% incline today. Goal is 10. Legs were a little tired for it today. I still have some work to do.
"Perseverance, the willingness to keep going know matter how bad things may seem, is a cornerstone of every success story. "Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising up every time we fail." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Most people have attained their greatest success just one step beyond their greatest failure." - Napolean Hill....so never, ever, EVER give up.
One of the best success tips you don't want to hear is this: "Get up 30 minutes earlier every day, M-F. Spend this 30 minutes taking MASSIVE ACTION on one MAJOR task before moving on to anything else."......It was this simple strategy that helped me go from working for someone else in 2004 to being in complete control of my life by 2006. And you'll be able to make that transition even faster in 2012.
You can't do $10 an hour tasks if you want to make $100K each year...identify those time/energy wasting tasks (like sending FedEx packages, running errands, mowing your lawn, etc.) and outsource/delegate them immediately. At $100K per year on a 40 hour workweek, your time is worth at LEAST $50/hour, and more like $150/hour. Do not ignore that. Respect your time.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
www.TurbulenceTrainingCertification.com
"Perseverance, the willingness to keep going know matter how bad things may seem, is a cornerstone of every success story. "Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising up every time we fail." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Most people have attained their greatest success just one step beyond their greatest failure." - Napolean Hill....so never, ever, EVER give up.
One of the best success tips you don't want to hear is this: "Get up 30 minutes earlier every day, M-F. Spend this 30 minutes taking MASSIVE ACTION on one MAJOR task before moving on to anything else."......It was this simple strategy that helped me go from working for someone else in 2004 to being in complete control of my life by 2006. And you'll be able to make that transition even faster in 2012.
You can't do $10 an hour tasks if you want to make $100K each year...identify those time/energy wasting tasks (like sending FedEx packages, running errands, mowing your lawn, etc.) and outsource/delegate them immediately. At $100K per year on a 40 hour workweek, your time is worth at LEAST $50/hour, and more like $150/hour. Do not ignore that. Respect your time.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
www.TurbulenceTrainingCertification.com
Sunday, March 04, 2012
Let me tell you something about YOU
"Let me tell you something about YOU. YOU can do anything you want. YOU are in control. YOU can achieve as much success as you want to. YOU can and will pick yourself up when life knocks you down. I BELIEVE IN YOU. That's all I wanted to say." - Frank Kern
That's awesome.
So is this:
You must make an effort to hang around others who share your goals to lose weight (or get stronger/ripped/more muscular), and so that you can leverage their knowledge, commitment, support, and success. It's a research proven fact that if you hang around people who are successful at achieving a similar goal to yours, that you will have greater success.
"You are exactly what you believe and think about all day long. Constantly monitor your thoughts." - Kekich Credo #95....Believe in yourself. Get rid of the negative. Stay focused on your vision.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - "Persevere toward your spiritual fulfillment, happiness, dream, or goal." – Frank McKinney
That's awesome.
So is this:
You must make an effort to hang around others who share your goals to lose weight (or get stronger/ripped/more muscular), and so that you can leverage their knowledge, commitment, support, and success. It's a research proven fact that if you hang around people who are successful at achieving a similar goal to yours, that you will have greater success.
"You are exactly what you believe and think about all day long. Constantly monitor your thoughts." - Kekich Credo #95....Believe in yourself. Get rid of the negative. Stay focused on your vision.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - "Persevere toward your spiritual fulfillment, happiness, dream, or goal." – Frank McKinney
Saturday, March 03, 2012
TT Certification
It's the best advanced fat loss certification. Hands down.
Not trying to be boastful, but I truly believe the Turbulence
Training Certification is the absolute best when it comes to
Training Certification is the absolute best when it comes to
Fat Loss-Specific Personal Training Certifications.
PLUS...it shows you how to building your business, get AND
keep more clients, and be part of the 1 Million Mission,
dedicated to helping men and women all over the world
transform their lives.
And it's finally available again...the TT Certification is OPEN
for the next 5 trainers to join the Founder's Club.
I can't wait to work with you on bringing our 1 Million Mission
to the world and transforming the lives of one million people.
But remember, we're only accepting only 5 new trainers at this
time. No more. We only take on small groups into each "class".
And yes, you can do this from anywhere on the world because your
content is delivered online - and you'll also receive a special shipment
direct to your doorstep featuring all of the content and the special
monthly training and client attraction secrets.
Sincerely,
Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
Creator, TT Certification
Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
Creator, TT Certification
NOTE: This email is going out to over 1108 trainers who have expressed
serious interest in being one of the next five Certified TT Trainers.
Don't miss your chance to join the most passionate transformation mission
in the fitness world today.
My Free Productivity Presentation for You
On Friday morning I gave my Time/Energy Management and Productivity presentation at an exclusive business seminar.
We've put the presentation online for you to review here:
- http://www.earlytorise.com/righthabits/
One of my final slides was about diet, exercise, and my #1 sleep habit tip for optimal energy.
Without a doubt, the most comprehensive nutrition program that gets my strongest recommendation to is that of my friend, Isabel De Los Rios.
Isabel is actually an executive coaching client of mine, where I help her plan her business, sort out the vision for her life and family, and increase her productivity.
A lot of what I covered in the presentation on Friday is what I go over with her on our phone calls.
She's my favorite client ever, and her nutrition program will probably be your favorite fat loss diet ever.
Get your copy of Isabel's Healthy Fat Loss Diet here
=> http://www.ProvenFatLossDiet.com
Have a productive week,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Big news on the 2012 Turbulence Training Summit coming later this week.
Big, big news.
We've put the presentation online for you to review here:
- http://www.earlytorise.com/righthabits/
One of my final slides was about diet, exercise, and my #1 sleep habit tip for optimal energy.
Without a doubt, the most comprehensive nutrition program that gets my strongest recommendation to is that of my friend, Isabel De Los Rios.
Isabel is actually an executive coaching client of mine, where I help her plan her business, sort out the vision for her life and family, and increase her productivity.
A lot of what I covered in the presentation on Friday is what I go over with her on our phone calls.
She's my favorite client ever, and her nutrition program will probably be your favorite fat loss diet ever.
Get your copy of Isabel's Healthy Fat Loss Diet here
=> http://www.ProvenFatLossDiet.com
Have a productive week,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Big news on the 2012 Turbulence Training Summit coming later this week.
Big, big news.
Friday, March 02, 2012
Lost a Pushup Contest
Just finished my Productivity presentation at Underground and then lost a pushup contest to Yanik Silver. I failed at 48 decline pushups and he did over 50. But we raised over $1500 for charity. Good times.
So today's workout - 48 decline pushups. That's it.
Slides from my morning presentation at the Underground Online Seminar
- http://www.earlytorise.com/righthabits/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Build others UP because it will only make you more successful. If you don't have social support, take charge as the leader. Be confident in your choices. People will respect your decisions, even if it seems at first that they don't. Eventually, a lot of people will come to you for advice and support. You are the one making the right decision. Never forget that.
If you fall "off the wagon" or off-track from your vision, just cut your losses, don't worry about it, and get right back on track. Immediately. It's minor damage that can be dealt with.' One mistake, two mistakes, three mistakes...this doesn't ruin everything. Just make the right decision next time and keep moving forward towards your goal.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - "Hard work is the price we must pay for success. I think you can accomplish anything if you're willing to pay the price." - Vince Lombardi
So today's workout - 48 decline pushups. That's it.
Slides from my morning presentation at the Underground Online Seminar
- http://www.earlytorise.com/righthabits/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Build others UP because it will only make you more successful. If you don't have social support, take charge as the leader. Be confident in your choices. People will respect your decisions, even if it seems at first that they don't. Eventually, a lot of people will come to you for advice and support. You are the one making the right decision. Never forget that.
If you fall "off the wagon" or off-track from your vision, just cut your losses, don't worry about it, and get right back on track. Immediately. It's minor damage that can be dealt with.' One mistake, two mistakes, three mistakes...this doesn't ruin everything. Just make the right decision next time and keep moving forward towards your goal.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - "Hard work is the price we must pay for success. I think you can accomplish anything if you're willing to pay the price." - Vince Lombardi
Thursday, March 01, 2012
Workout in Washington Hotel Gym
Down in Washington, D.C. (well, Alexandria, Virginia to be precise) at a seminar. I'll be speaking on the Right Habits of Success tomorrow morning. It really is a summation of my life's work on becoming more productive.
Today, a productive Hotel Gym Workout to kick things off.
Started with a warmup including the WYLIT upper back series (see my videos on Youtube.com/cbathletics) and T-pushups, followed by the real workout of Pulldowns, Pushups, Cable Row, 1-arm shoulder press, DB Triceps, DB Hammer Curls. Good times.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Success is not just a number on a scale or clothing label. It is the achievement of living with maximum energy and having built the habits that make good, healthy choices seem natural to you. When you choose to eat healthy and you choose to exercise instead of watching TV, that is achievement. This will help you love life and the people around you more. The process is often just as important as the physical progress. A body transformation cannot happen without a mental transformation as well.
"To whom much is given, much is expected." - And the truth is, everyone reading this has been given so much...much more than any other generation in history. Use your talents. Share your gifts with the world. Avoid the temptations to waste your time and talents on insignificant matters. There are too many people to help, too much good to do. Don't let anyone, any negativity, or criticism, stop you from living the gifts you've been given.
Consistently and constantly force yourself to focus on the critically few proactive activities that produce exponential results. Don't get caught up in the minor details and clutter your mind. Focus on the BIG ideas, values, and relationships in your life. What good is spending another 5 minutes on the Internet reading about the details of some stranger's life when it takes 5 minutes away from spending with the people who matter in real life?
Identify what really matters,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Just posted a photo of my recovery tools on www.turbulencetrainingfanpage.com
The PVC pipe is my favorite, with the small blue Acuball a close second. And don't worry, I don't show this set-up to girls on a first date.
Today, a productive Hotel Gym Workout to kick things off.
Started with a warmup including the WYLIT upper back series (see my videos on Youtube.com/cbathletics) and T-pushups, followed by the real workout of Pulldowns, Pushups, Cable Row, 1-arm shoulder press, DB Triceps, DB Hammer Curls. Good times.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Success is not just a number on a scale or clothing label. It is the achievement of living with maximum energy and having built the habits that make good, healthy choices seem natural to you. When you choose to eat healthy and you choose to exercise instead of watching TV, that is achievement. This will help you love life and the people around you more. The process is often just as important as the physical progress. A body transformation cannot happen without a mental transformation as well.
"To whom much is given, much is expected." - And the truth is, everyone reading this has been given so much...much more than any other generation in history. Use your talents. Share your gifts with the world. Avoid the temptations to waste your time and talents on insignificant matters. There are too many people to help, too much good to do. Don't let anyone, any negativity, or criticism, stop you from living the gifts you've been given.
Consistently and constantly force yourself to focus on the critically few proactive activities that produce exponential results. Don't get caught up in the minor details and clutter your mind. Focus on the BIG ideas, values, and relationships in your life. What good is spending another 5 minutes on the Internet reading about the details of some stranger's life when it takes 5 minutes away from spending with the people who matter in real life?
Identify what really matters,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Just posted a photo of my recovery tools on www.turbulencetrainingfanpage.com
The PVC pipe is my favorite, with the small blue Acuball a close second. And don't worry, I don't show this set-up to girls on a first date.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Metabolic Finisher Gauntlet Definition
My training today: Hang Clean, Deadlift, Front Squat, Glute Ham Raise, Power Wheel Rollout.
Before, during, and after training, I take Vitamin C. About 6g total per day. I also take a few nutrients to help reduce soreness and recovery, but I'm not sure if they work. When I'm sure they do, I'll let you know.
The latest TT workout, TT Metabolic Madness - Criminally Insane Fat Loss, is now available at www.TTmembers.com.
I've also created a new workout for www.247Insiders.com called, Metabolic Finishers Gauntlets. What does that mean?
Let's start with a definition.
The Gauntlet - a form of punishment, chiefly military, in which the offender was made to run between two rows of men who struck at him with switches or weapons as he passed.
In the TT world, a Gauntlet program uses this system based on the definition:
Exercise A
Exercise B
Exercise A
For example, a metabolic finisher gauntlet would be:
Burpee - 8 reps
Kettlebell Swing - 15 reps
Burpee - 8 reps
More workouts using this system on the way...but there is a free bodyweight one available on www.turbulencetrainingfanpage.com
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips
It is easier for people to get behind you and help you succeed when they know where you want to go. Share your goals with positive people. They'll help you achieve them faster. Good people want to help.
"If you can dream it, then you can achieve it. You will get all you want in life if you help enough other people get what they want." - Zig Ziglar
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
The Certification With a Mission
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/the-certification-with-a-mission/
Before, during, and after training, I take Vitamin C. About 6g total per day. I also take a few nutrients to help reduce soreness and recovery, but I'm not sure if they work. When I'm sure they do, I'll let you know.
The latest TT workout, TT Metabolic Madness - Criminally Insane Fat Loss, is now available at www.TTmembers.com.
I've also created a new workout for www.247Insiders.com called, Metabolic Finishers Gauntlets. What does that mean?
Let's start with a definition.
The Gauntlet - a form of punishment, chiefly military, in which the offender was made to run between two rows of men who struck at him with switches or weapons as he passed.
In the TT world, a Gauntlet program uses this system based on the definition:
Exercise A
Exercise B
Exercise A
For example, a metabolic finisher gauntlet would be:
Burpee - 8 reps
Kettlebell Swing - 15 reps
Burpee - 8 reps
More workouts using this system on the way...but there is a free bodyweight one available on www.turbulencetrainingfanpage.com
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips
It is easier for people to get behind you and help you succeed when they know where you want to go. Share your goals with positive people. They'll help you achieve them faster. Good people want to help.
"If you can dream it, then you can achieve it. You will get all you want in life if you help enough other people get what they want." - Zig Ziglar
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
The Certification With a Mission
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/the-certification-with-a-mission/
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Certified TT Trainer is Making an Impact on the World
"What if?". That question can move you and scare you.
For Mike, the question is scary.
What if he didn't get certified?
Where would he be?
Find out here and discover the IMPACT he is making now
You'll discover how he more than doubled the size of his bootcamp program and is starting to have a GLOBAL impact in the fitness industry, with his programs now sold in over a dozen countries.
That's serious.
He's even helped three clients win $3500 of my money in the TT Transformation Contests.
You think his clients are showing him a little love after that?
You think?
Just imagine how many lives would have missed OUT on this impact if he didn't get Certified.
But he did, and now he's on a Mission.
Learn more about real IMPACT here
Next week will be the next opportunity for new trainers to get TT Certified and to be part of the 1 Million Mission.
But it will only be available for the first 5 trainers to take action.
It all starts Monday, March 5th.
Don't be left asking, "What If".
Looking forward to seeing you in the Club,
Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
Creator, Turbulence Training Certification
PS - Only TT Trainers receive free admission to the TT Trainer Summit in San Diego this June.
If you hesitate and wait to join, the price of admission alone to the TT Trainer Summit will be $197.
Stay tuned for Monday's TT Certification opening announcement.
For Mike, the question is scary.
What if he didn't get certified?
Where would he be?
Find out here and discover the IMPACT he is making now
You'll discover how he more than doubled the size of his bootcamp program and is starting to have a GLOBAL impact in the fitness industry, with his programs now sold in over a dozen countries.
That's serious.
He's even helped three clients win $3500 of my money in the TT Transformation Contests.
You think his clients are showing him a little love after that?
You think?
Just imagine how many lives would have missed OUT on this impact if he didn't get Certified.
But he did, and now he's on a Mission.
Learn more about real IMPACT here
Next week will be the next opportunity for new trainers to get TT Certified and to be part of the 1 Million Mission.
But it will only be available for the first 5 trainers to take action.
It all starts Monday, March 5th.
Don't be left asking, "What If".
Looking forward to seeing you in the Club,
Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
Creator, Turbulence Training Certification
PS - Only TT Trainers receive free admission to the TT Trainer Summit in San Diego this June.
If you hesitate and wait to join, the price of admission alone to the TT Trainer Summit will be $197.
Stay tuned for Monday's TT Certification opening announcement.
Truth About Travel Workouts
Getting ready for a 5-day trip to Washington, D.C., to attend an Internet business seminar. It's going to be a lot of fun, a busy weekend, and a great chance to meet some smart folks.
But I won't be going off track from my training and nutrition. I don't mind if someone PLANS to go off-track, but I don't like it when someone uses travel as an excuse and complains about getting off-track.
Big difference between the two mindsets.
If you don't want to get off-track, there's no reason to do so. Plan ahead. It should be easier for most people to stay on track with training when they are at a hotel...all they need to do is take an elevator down a few floors to the gym. It's that easy.
Don't be lazy. Don't fall out of your routine and good habits.
You know what happens on trips. You know the obstacles they throw in your way.
So plan. Come up with two solutions to every obstacle.
It's that simple.
That's how you succeed.
I'll be doing my workouts in Washington, and loving it, while having some good meals but staying lean.
Today I biked some hills, and tomorrow I deadlift.
Good times.
Then followed up with a Facebook QnA.
Q: Currently doing MRT may 2011. 6 weeks to go for big wedding. Is this the best fat shredding program? Lost 4" off waist and now can loosely wear lrg shirts. Still have belly though.
Answer:
Justin - That is a great program, but you should change every 4 weeks. Try Oct 2011 TT Metabolic Finishers next.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped...living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of other's opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become." - Steve Jobs
My suggestion on how to live your life
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/live-your-life/
"The spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel are the things that endure. These qualities are so much more important than the events that occur." - Vince Lombardi
Be thankful for what you have and what you have accomplished. A positive attitude goes further in fat loss - and in life - than a negative attitude.
Here's one TT Trainer who I am grateful to have working with my business. Today, he writes, "What if he didn't get certified?" (It's a good thing he did)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/the-certification-with-a-mission/
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Photo of Bally the Dog giving a speech over here:
=> http://www.Facebook.com/ttfatloss
But I won't be going off track from my training and nutrition. I don't mind if someone PLANS to go off-track, but I don't like it when someone uses travel as an excuse and complains about getting off-track.
Big difference between the two mindsets.
If you don't want to get off-track, there's no reason to do so. Plan ahead. It should be easier for most people to stay on track with training when they are at a hotel...all they need to do is take an elevator down a few floors to the gym. It's that easy.
Don't be lazy. Don't fall out of your routine and good habits.
You know what happens on trips. You know the obstacles they throw in your way.
So plan. Come up with two solutions to every obstacle.
It's that simple.
That's how you succeed.
I'll be doing my workouts in Washington, and loving it, while having some good meals but staying lean.
Today I biked some hills, and tomorrow I deadlift.
Good times.
Then followed up with a Facebook QnA.
Q: Currently doing MRT may 2011. 6 weeks to go for big wedding. Is this the best fat shredding program? Lost 4" off waist and now can loosely wear lrg shirts. Still have belly though.
Answer:
Justin - That is a great program, but you should change every 4 weeks. Try Oct 2011 TT Metabolic Finishers next.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped...living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of other's opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become." - Steve Jobs
My suggestion on how to live your life
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/live-your-life/
"The spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel are the things that endure. These qualities are so much more important than the events that occur." - Vince Lombardi
Be thankful for what you have and what you have accomplished. A positive attitude goes further in fat loss - and in life - than a negative attitude.
Here's one TT Trainer who I am grateful to have working with my business. Today, he writes, "What if he didn't get certified?" (It's a good thing he did)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/the-certification-with-a-mission/
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Photo of Bally the Dog giving a speech over here:
=> http://www.Facebook.com/ttfatloss
Monday, February 27, 2012
Meathead Monday with Good People in Your Life
My #Meathead Monday training: DB Press, Pullups, BB Row, triceps, face pulls, curls.
And here's a simple, simple Meathead leg workout finisher: 3 sets of 15 reps for narrow-stance barbell squats using 1/3 of your normal 8 rep weight. Whoo, daddy...that's a good time for your quads.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Identify what you want to change. Start working on it today. No excuses...If there is something you've been meaning to do, or someone you've been meaning to talk to, make today the day.
"Whatever your dreams are, start taking them very, very seriously." - Barbara Sher
How to find GOOD people in your life
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/how-to-find-good-people/
Why you should live rich for even one day
- http://internetindependence.com/live-rich
Finally, here's how to overcome your time management problem
- http://www.earlytorise.com/do-it-right-the-first-time/
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
And here's a simple, simple Meathead leg workout finisher: 3 sets of 15 reps for narrow-stance barbell squats using 1/3 of your normal 8 rep weight. Whoo, daddy...that's a good time for your quads.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Identify what you want to change. Start working on it today. No excuses...If there is something you've been meaning to do, or someone you've been meaning to talk to, make today the day.
"Whatever your dreams are, start taking them very, very seriously." - Barbara Sher
How to find GOOD people in your life
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/how-to-find-good-people/
Why you should live rich for even one day
- http://internetindependence.com/live-rich
Finally, here's how to overcome your time management problem
- http://www.earlytorise.com/do-it-right-the-first-time/
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Eat This Way Today
Eat slowly today. Chew your food, don't wolf it down. Enjoy it. Eat things ONE at a time (almonds, nuts, cheat day M&M's). Notice the difference it makes.
Reflect on your relationship with eating...Why do you eat the way you do? Do you live to eat? Why? Are there other activities you can use to replace - if necessary - the emotions you associate with eating?
Things to think about.
Make some connections...it will help you with your long-term lifestyle nutrition changes.
Oh, and drink slowly, too, or even less.
Truth about alcohol and fat loss (and CB's favorite drinks)
- Alcohol and Fat Loss
Your eating and drinking should actually have rules. Speaking of which, I've been thinking a lot about these lately, and I'm going to write a TT article about them this week...and a different way you might want to approach creating your own
- http://www.earlytorise.com/12-rules/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Whether you think that you can, or that you can't, you are usually right." – Henry Ford
"You're successful when you like who and what you are. Success includes achievement...while choosing and directing your own activities. It means enjoying intimate relationships and loving what you do in life." - Kekich Credo #7
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
www.TurbulenceTrainingCertification.com
Reflect on your relationship with eating...Why do you eat the way you do? Do you live to eat? Why? Are there other activities you can use to replace - if necessary - the emotions you associate with eating?
Things to think about.
Make some connections...it will help you with your long-term lifestyle nutrition changes.
Oh, and drink slowly, too, or even less.
Truth about alcohol and fat loss (and CB's favorite drinks)
- Alcohol and Fat Loss
Your eating and drinking should actually have rules. Speaking of which, I've been thinking a lot about these lately, and I'm going to write a TT article about them this week...and a different way you might want to approach creating your own
- http://www.earlytorise.com/12-rules/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Whether you think that you can, or that you can't, you are usually right." – Henry Ford
"You're successful when you like who and what you are. Success includes achievement...while choosing and directing your own activities. It means enjoying intimate relationships and loving what you do in life." - Kekich Credo #7
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
www.TurbulenceTrainingCertification.com
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Alcohol and your fat loss
Chances are you're reading this on Sunday morning...hopefully you didn't have too much to drink last night.
Let's talk about a real politically incorrect topic in the fitness world - booze.
So many readers ask, "Can I still drink while on a fat loss program?" And well, the answer is yes, you can do anything you want on a fat loss program...you just have to accept the consequences of your actions.
And what are the consequences of drinking?
Let's talk about a real politically incorrect topic in the fitness world - booze.
So many readers ask, "Can I still drink while on a fat loss program?" And well, the answer is yes, you can do anything you want on a fat loss program...you just have to accept the consequences of your actions.
And what are the consequences of drinking?
And then after a serious discussion, I let you in on...
My favorite beer
My favorite wine
My favorite cocktail
Now you know the deal with booze and your belly fat,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - I gave up booze to dedicate myself to this mission.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - I gave up booze to dedicate myself to this mission.
Why you must do this
You must track your results, workouts, and diet. The more you know about yourself, and more you use this knowledge, the better your results. That will allow you to succeed faster than ever.
My training today: Squat, squat jumps, split squat, glute ham raise, hanging leg raise.
Classic TT Workouts to check out:
For women
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/workouts/2006/aug2006ttwomen.shtml
For abs:
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/workouts/2008/April2008LowerAbs.shtml
New TT Training info:
Accelerated results with workout finishers
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/metabolic-workout-finisher-results/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Figure out what you want. Focus on it. Find people who have achieved what you want and find out how they think and act, and then follow their lead." – Bill
Harris
"Unless you change how you are, you will always have what you've got." - Jim Rohn
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
My training today: Squat, squat jumps, split squat, glute ham raise, hanging leg raise.
Classic TT Workouts to check out:
For women
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/workouts/2006/aug2006ttwomen.shtml
For abs:
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/workouts/2008/April2008LowerAbs.shtml
New TT Training info:
Accelerated results with workout finishers
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/metabolic-workout-finisher-results/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Figure out what you want. Focus on it. Find people who have achieved what you want and find out how they think and act, and then follow their lead." – Bill
Harris
"Unless you change how you are, you will always have what you've got." - Jim Rohn
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Friday, February 24, 2012
Post-Workout Ice Pellets to the Face
My Meathead training today: Pullups, pushups, db press, db row, triceps extensions, hammer curls.
Today's workout finisher was a 15-minute bike ride directly into ice pellets whipping into my face, combined with rain, uphill. Followed by a 40-minute dog walk in the rain, supersetted with more ice pellets to the face. Got one right in the eye at one point and started laughing and thinking, "if only TT readers could see me now"...
My workout also included these shoulder savers - been doing these exercises consistently again with great results
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_eVY36QMVA
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Never quit. If you stumble, get back up. What happened yesterday no longer matters. Today's another day, so get back on track and move closer to your dreams and goals. You can do it.
Do fewer things well rather than a lot of things half-heartedly. Eliminate the demand on your already strained systems, and give more focus and attention to the priority projects in your life that will make the biggest difference.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - As Tony Montana once said, ""On the Internet, you gotta create the right offer first. Then when you get the right offer, you get the traffic. Then when you get the traffic, then you get the sales."
More sage wisdom like that in my Unpopular Business Advice column here:
- http://internetindependence.com/get-started-internet-marketing
Today's workout finisher was a 15-minute bike ride directly into ice pellets whipping into my face, combined with rain, uphill. Followed by a 40-minute dog walk in the rain, supersetted with more ice pellets to the face. Got one right in the eye at one point and started laughing and thinking, "if only TT readers could see me now"...
My workout also included these shoulder savers - been doing these exercises consistently again with great results
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_eVY36QMVA
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Never quit. If you stumble, get back up. What happened yesterday no longer matters. Today's another day, so get back on track and move closer to your dreams and goals. You can do it.
Do fewer things well rather than a lot of things half-heartedly. Eliminate the demand on your already strained systems, and give more focus and attention to the priority projects in your life that will make the biggest difference.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - As Tony Montana once said, ""On the Internet, you gotta create the right offer first. Then when you get the right offer, you get the traffic. Then when you get the traffic, then you get the sales."
More sage wisdom like that in my Unpopular Business Advice column here:
- http://internetindependence.com/get-started-internet-marketing
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Total Body Extension Video
My training today: Hang clean, trap bar deadlift, front squat, glute ham raise. Dog walk x 4. It's nice and sunny here in Toronto, but snow is on the way. Best to get some good beach time in with the dog while we can.
A common question I get is, "What is the total body extension" exercise. Fortunately, Mike Whitfield, CTT, created this total body extension exercise
video:
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0dJw2C9uIo
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Do your best with everything you have control over. (And work to improve the amount of control you have over all aspects of your life…control = freedom). Most people fail to control themselves, and end up only with regrets. They trade minutes of pleasure (i.e. fast food) for days, weeks, months, and years of regret. You must plan ahead to overcome obstacles, rather than trying to "out-cardio" your bad diet. You'll never succeed that way.
Failure isn't bad. Failure isn't final. You can SURVIVE almost anything and come back better and stronger than ever before. Don't let the fear of failure stop you from achieving the success you deserve.
Real regrets only come from not doing your best. All else is out of your control. You're measured by results only. Trade excuses and "trying" for results, and expect half-hearted results from half-hearted efforts. Do more than is expected of you. Life's easy when you live it the hard way…and hard if you try to live it the easy way. – Kekich Credo #4
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
A common question I get is, "What is the total body extension" exercise. Fortunately, Mike Whitfield, CTT, created this total body extension exercise
video:
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0dJw2C9uIo
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Do your best with everything you have control over. (And work to improve the amount of control you have over all aspects of your life…control = freedom). Most people fail to control themselves, and end up only with regrets. They trade minutes of pleasure (i.e. fast food) for days, weeks, months, and years of regret. You must plan ahead to overcome obstacles, rather than trying to "out-cardio" your bad diet. You'll never succeed that way.
Failure isn't bad. Failure isn't final. You can SURVIVE almost anything and come back better and stronger than ever before. Don't let the fear of failure stop you from achieving the success you deserve.
Real regrets only come from not doing your best. All else is out of your control. You're measured by results only. Trade excuses and "trying" for results, and expect half-hearted results from half-hearted efforts. Do more than is expected of you. Life's easy when you live it the hard way…and hard if you try to live it the easy way. – Kekich Credo #4
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Muscle Hangover Wisdom
Having muscle soreness is like being hungover. People say there's things you can do, but really, it's all about prevention. Cut back. What I'm saying is, don't let your biceps do a dozen tequila shots in one workout. Ease into your training (drinking). Don't try to keep up with the big boys (Australians/Polish women). Forget about impressing the ladies with your curling (chugging) ability. And always drink lots of water.
Book recommendation:
Most people will never read this book, partly because of the horrendous title, but it is THE book that could change your life if you are struggling with your mindset. I highly recommend reading, "Psycho-Cybernetics" as soon as possible.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Just start. 5 minutes today. Whatever it is you are trying to improve, give it 5 minutes each day this week. Next week,10 minutes. You can do it. Here's an interesting site that can help you:
http://tinyhabits.com/
"The core of your life is your purpose. Everything in your life, from your diet to your career, must be aligned with your purpose if you are to act with
coherence and integrity in the world. If you know your purpose, your deepest desire, then the secret of success is to discipline your life so that you support your deepest purpose and minimize distractions and detours." - David Deida
My interview with the most successful Internet entrepreneur who has ever been part of my Mastermind groups. We cover everything on this call…how she started
from scratch in 2008 to becoming the BIGGEST selling e-book on Clickbank (ALL categories) in 2011.
- http://internetindependence.com/internet-marketing-success-story
"Work is a chance to give your gifts." - David Deida
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Book recommendation:
Most people will never read this book, partly because of the horrendous title, but it is THE book that could change your life if you are struggling with your mindset. I highly recommend reading, "Psycho-Cybernetics" as soon as possible.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Just start. 5 minutes today. Whatever it is you are trying to improve, give it 5 minutes each day this week. Next week,10 minutes. You can do it. Here's an interesting site that can help you:
http://tinyhabits.com/
"The core of your life is your purpose. Everything in your life, from your diet to your career, must be aligned with your purpose if you are to act with
coherence and integrity in the world. If you know your purpose, your deepest desire, then the secret of success is to discipline your life so that you support your deepest purpose and minimize distractions and detours." - David Deida
My interview with the most successful Internet entrepreneur who has ever been part of my Mastermind groups. We cover everything on this call…how she started
from scratch in 2008 to becoming the BIGGEST selling e-book on Clickbank (ALL categories) in 2011.
- http://internetindependence.com/internet-marketing-success-story
"Work is a chance to give your gifts." - David Deida
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Easy Week
This is an easy week of lifting. I start back up with a real heavy workout on Saturday. Doing lots of dog walks until then, and some upper back and mobility work.
My easy week doesn't really line up with today's quote, but sometimes you just have to back off.
"We don't rise to the level of our expectations – we fall to the level of our training" - Archilochus, Greek Soldier
Again, in case you missed it...
I recorded an MRT audio for you...discover how I set up MRT workouts, MCT circuits, finishers, and get a sample MRT workout using my favorite exercise
- http://InstantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=26767281
And we have this "Nutrition for a Tough Mudder Training" article for you
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/nutrition-for-a-tough-mudder/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
Success begins and ends with your personal responsibility and self-reliance. It lives and dies with YOU and your ability to TAKE ACTION.
And more of my thoughts on self-reliance and personal responsibility
- http://www.earlytorise.com/the-award-goes-to/
Stay strong,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
My easy week doesn't really line up with today's quote, but sometimes you just have to back off.
"We don't rise to the level of our expectations – we fall to the level of our training" - Archilochus, Greek Soldier
Again, in case you missed it...
I recorded an MRT audio for you...discover how I set up MRT workouts, MCT circuits, finishers, and get a sample MRT workout using my favorite exercise
- http://InstantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=26767281
And we have this "Nutrition for a Tough Mudder Training" article for you
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/nutrition-for-a-tough-mudder/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
Success begins and ends with your personal responsibility and self-reliance. It lives and dies with YOU and your ability to TAKE ACTION.
And more of my thoughts on self-reliance and personal responsibility
- http://www.earlytorise.com/the-award-goes-to/
Stay strong,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Monday, February 20, 2012
Ab workout finishers vs crunches
I'm embarrassed for what passes as "ab workouts" from today's fitness magazines. Still with the crunches after all these years.
Abs Workout Finisher - Sample Workout <= get the circuit here
Maybe in 10 years time the fitness magazines will have caught up and will publish something like this.
Try it out,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
New MRT Audio Program for you (free)
It's an easy training week for me. I just did a light lower body and mobility workout. Light training means more time to create content for you.
Recorded an MRT audio for you...discover how I set up MRT workouts, MCT circuits, finishers, and get a sample MRT workout using my favorite exercise
- http://InstantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=26767281
How to improve your workout and get faster results
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/ab-workout-finishers-results/
Today's Nutrition Debate:
I've never had a cup of coffee in my life. Now there's nothing wrong with a little caffeine or coffee, but be careful...a Grande Starbucks coffee has 330 mg of caffeine - equal to more than 4 red bulls.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"People will do almost anything to stay in their comfort zones. If you want to accomplish anything, get out of your comfort zone. Strive to increase order and discipline in your life." - Kekich Credo #1.....Change your mindset. You are a person who can and will succeed. Truly believe. Start today.
The mistakes of your past are not who you are now. No matter what you've done in your life you have a second chance that starts today. It is your time to choose who you will be and who you will become, for the rest of your life. You are certainly not too old, too young, or too broke to add value to the world, to give, create or inspire. If you need to, let the past go and start fresh, right here, right now.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Gimme gimme gimme. I'm greedy.
This is what I want from you
- http://internetindependence.com/what-i-want-from-you
Recorded an MRT audio for you...discover how I set up MRT workouts, MCT circuits, finishers, and get a sample MRT workout using my favorite exercise
- http://InstantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=26767281
How to improve your workout and get faster results
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/ab-workout-finishers-results/
Today's Nutrition Debate:
I've never had a cup of coffee in my life. Now there's nothing wrong with a little caffeine or coffee, but be careful...a Grande Starbucks coffee has 330 mg of caffeine - equal to more than 4 red bulls.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"People will do almost anything to stay in their comfort zones. If you want to accomplish anything, get out of your comfort zone. Strive to increase order and discipline in your life." - Kekich Credo #1.....Change your mindset. You are a person who can and will succeed. Truly believe. Start today.
The mistakes of your past are not who you are now. No matter what you've done in your life you have a second chance that starts today. It is your time to choose who you will be and who you will become, for the rest of your life. You are certainly not too old, too young, or too broke to add value to the world, to give, create or inspire. If you need to, let the past go and start fresh, right here, right now.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Gimme gimme gimme. I'm greedy.
This is what I want from you
- http://internetindependence.com/what-i-want-from-you
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Super Nutrition Sunday
When it comes to your nutrition you have to Plan, Prepare, and most importantly, Commit. Be a robotic action taker. Create your meal plan. Do your shopping. Set aside time to prepare your food. This is what separates the winners from the frustrated. Time to get serious.
Protein bar problem (and solution)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/protein-bar/
A good article on weight watchers from wired magazine...important lessons on what makes a weight loss program work
- http://www.wired.com/magazine/2011/12/ff_weightwatchers/all/1
Awesome finisher...save some energy for this one: Lunge Jumps (20 seconds), Pushups (30 seconds) Total Body Extensions (40 seconds), Mountain Climbers (50 seconds), Jumping Jacks (60 seconds). Rest 1 minute, repeat up to 2 more times.
Abs workout finishers for your six pack blueprint
- http://turbulencetrainingforabs.com/abs-workout-finishers/
Another abs finisher article (sample workout)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/abs-finishers/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Where there is no vision the people perish." - Proverbs 29:18. You must, absolutely must, have a vision for your life/biz. Start here with this powerful exercise
- http://internetindependence.com/your-vision
Might be time to update my Top 10 books...what are your suggestions
- http://internetindependence.com/business-books
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Protein bar problem (and solution)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/protein-bar/
A good article on weight watchers from wired magazine...important lessons on what makes a weight loss program work
- http://www.wired.com/magazine/2011/12/ff_weightwatchers/all/1
Awesome finisher...save some energy for this one: Lunge Jumps (20 seconds), Pushups (30 seconds) Total Body Extensions (40 seconds), Mountain Climbers (50 seconds), Jumping Jacks (60 seconds). Rest 1 minute, repeat up to 2 more times.
Abs workout finishers for your six pack blueprint
- http://turbulencetrainingforabs.com/abs-workout-finishers/
Another abs finisher article (sample workout)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/abs-finishers/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Where there is no vision the people perish." - Proverbs 29:18. You must, absolutely must, have a vision for your life/biz. Start here with this powerful exercise
- http://internetindependence.com/your-vision
Might be time to update my Top 10 books...what are your suggestions
- http://internetindependence.com/business-books
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Your Metabolic Rate
The keys to your future are your daily habits today. Start implementing new positive behaviors today. Make them a habit. Create a better future.
What is your metabolic rate?
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/what-is-metabolic-rate/
Also added a few new photos of my Nicaragua trip over here
- http://www.facebook.com/ttfatloss
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
Stand up to a challenge today. Face a fear square on. Attack an attitude that is holding you back. Make today your day. "You can get through anything one day at a time." - Bob Parsons
Remember that very little is needed to make a happy life. - Marcus Aurelius
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
What is your metabolic rate?
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/what-is-metabolic-rate/
Also added a few new photos of my Nicaragua trip over here
- http://www.facebook.com/ttfatloss
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
Stand up to a challenge today. Face a fear square on. Attack an attitude that is holding you back. Make today your day. "You can get through anything one day at a time." - Bob Parsons
Remember that very little is needed to make a happy life. - Marcus Aurelius
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Friday, February 17, 2012
CB Workout in Details Magazine
Free workout from ol' CB in the April issue of Details magazine. Yep, Details. Surprizes. Someone just told me they've read the issue, so it must be out now. Make sure you get APRIL. Don't get March and then yell at me. Like I did. I bought March b/c I thought it was going to be in there.
Also, I have a tip in the David Beckham issue of Men's Health. More magazine announcements soon...
Today's Workout:
Cleans, deadlifts, front squat, glute ham raises.
Today's Training Resource...another old man's old-man warm-up:
http://www.jimwendler.com/2012/02/simple-stretching/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Admit to – and learn from – your mistakes. Mistakes are actually great things that happen to all of us…because with the knowledge you gain from them, you are able to achieve the best things in your life. Without the lows in life, the highs would never really seem that high.
"Stop hoping for a completion of anything in life... Do what you love to do, what you are waiting to do, what you've been born to do, now." – David Deida
Spend less money on yourself and more money on other people - you will be happier. - Michael Norton
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - I'm booked for this epic Maverick Business Adventure trip
- http://www.maverick1000.com/deadlypersuasion/
Also, I have a tip in the David Beckham issue of Men's Health. More magazine announcements soon...
Today's Workout:
Cleans, deadlifts, front squat, glute ham raises.
Today's Training Resource...another old man's old-man warm-up:
http://www.jimwendler.com/2012/02/simple-stretching/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Admit to – and learn from – your mistakes. Mistakes are actually great things that happen to all of us…because with the knowledge you gain from them, you are able to achieve the best things in your life. Without the lows in life, the highs would never really seem that high.
"Stop hoping for a completion of anything in life... Do what you love to do, what you are waiting to do, what you've been born to do, now." – David Deida
Spend less money on yourself and more money on other people - you will be happier. - Michael Norton
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - I'm booked for this epic Maverick Business Adventure trip
- http://www.maverick1000.com/deadlypersuasion/
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Leaving Nicaragua with Kickbutt Mindset Tips
No workout today. Starting my journey back to Toronto. Will get home tonight and then journey back to the farm to walk the dog. Looking forward to it.
Posted some photos from Nicaragua on my Facebook page here:
- http://www.TurbulenceTrainingFanpage.com
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips
"Men who have lived significant lives are men who never waited: not for money, security, ease or women." – David Deida
"Make big plans, that's the way to make big things happen. Write down your plans. Share them with trusted colleagues & accomplices" - Seth Godin
"Choice of attention—to pay attention to this and ignore that—is to the inner life what choice of action is to the outer. In both cases, a man is responsible for his choice and must accept the consequences." – W.H. Auden
"The best investment you will ever make is your steady increase of knowledge. Invest in yourself. Thirty minutes of study per day eventually makes you an expert in any subject – but only if you apply that knowledge. Study alone is no substitute for experience." – Kekich Credo 93
How to use the fiverr for backlinks (Nicky Parsons on the run update)
- http://internetindependence.com/fiverr-com-seo-backlinks
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Posted some photos from Nicaragua on my Facebook page here:
- http://www.TurbulenceTrainingFanpage.com
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips
"Men who have lived significant lives are men who never waited: not for money, security, ease or women." – David Deida
"Make big plans, that's the way to make big things happen. Write down your plans. Share them with trusted colleagues & accomplices" - Seth Godin
"Choice of attention—to pay attention to this and ignore that—is to the inner life what choice of action is to the outer. In both cases, a man is responsible for his choice and must accept the consequences." – W.H. Auden
"The best investment you will ever make is your steady increase of knowledge. Invest in yourself. Thirty minutes of study per day eventually makes you an expert in any subject – but only if you apply that knowledge. Study alone is no substitute for experience." – Kekich Credo 93
How to use the fiverr for backlinks (Nicky Parsons on the run update)
- http://internetindependence.com/fiverr-com-seo-backlinks
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Common Fitness Question and Easiest Solution
Here's a common question I get:
Q: At a standstill. I train 6/7times per week, 5 weights, 1 long cardio and 2/3 intervals included. I have been training muscle groups (3 sets. 8reps) but I'm not seeing any gains now and getting a bit stale. Any suggestions to mix it up?
Answer:
What do you mean gains? What are your goals? What training program are you using? If you want to gain muscle, use one of the TT Meatheads programs. If you want advanced fat loss then start with TT for Buff Dudes and Hot Chicks or TT Metabolic Resistance Training.
But please, stop trying to design your own if you aren't an expert.
You can ALL of the workouts I've ever created for just $97 here:
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/exclusiveAllAccessPass/
PLUS, you get EVERY workout I'm going to create for the next 12 months.
That's less than 77 cents per workout.
Why would you waste all of your time and energy trying to figure this out on your own when I've spent over 17 years, including 2 of them getting a Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology, to create the world's best workouts.
Isn't your body worth 77 cents - instead of another wasted 6 weeks while you try and figure this out yourself?
Get the workouts here:
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/exclusiveAllAccessPass/
And another common question:
Hey CB, hope all is going great this year. While traveling what do you suggest as far as travel food? Do you just bring protein powders, nuts, etc?
Answer:
Yes, and then go to the grocery store as soon as you land. I covered this recently on my blog at
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/best-nutrition-tip-for-2012/
If all else fails, remember the 7-word diet to follow: "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." - Michael Pollan, "Food Rules"
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"You don't have to live your life the way others expect you to. You can do good things for yourself and make the world a better place at the same time." – Chris Guillebeau
Help others. "Make a difference. Live a life that matters." – Frank McKinney
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Writing you from here beside the Pacific Ocean in Nicaragua
- http://www.facebook.com/TheNewEarlyToRise
Had dinner with Rich Schefren last night here in Nicaragua...funny guy, lots of wisdom. Here's one of his previous articles
- http://www.earlytorise.com/how-to-make-more-money-during-a-recession#main
Q: At a standstill. I train 6/7times per week, 5 weights, 1 long cardio and 2/3 intervals included. I have been training muscle groups (3 sets. 8reps) but I'm not seeing any gains now and getting a bit stale. Any suggestions to mix it up?
Answer:
What do you mean gains? What are your goals? What training program are you using? If you want to gain muscle, use one of the TT Meatheads programs. If you want advanced fat loss then start with TT for Buff Dudes and Hot Chicks or TT Metabolic Resistance Training.
But please, stop trying to design your own if you aren't an expert.
You can ALL of the workouts I've ever created for just $97 here:
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/exclusiveAllAccessPass/
PLUS, you get EVERY workout I'm going to create for the next 12 months.
That's less than 77 cents per workout.
Why would you waste all of your time and energy trying to figure this out on your own when I've spent over 17 years, including 2 of them getting a Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology, to create the world's best workouts.
Isn't your body worth 77 cents - instead of another wasted 6 weeks while you try and figure this out yourself?
Get the workouts here:
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/exclusiveAllAccessPass/
And another common question:
Hey CB, hope all is going great this year. While traveling what do you suggest as far as travel food? Do you just bring protein powders, nuts, etc?
Answer:
Yes, and then go to the grocery store as soon as you land. I covered this recently on my blog at
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/best-nutrition-tip-for-2012/
If all else fails, remember the 7-word diet to follow: "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." - Michael Pollan, "Food Rules"
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"You don't have to live your life the way others expect you to. You can do good things for yourself and make the world a better place at the same time." – Chris Guillebeau
Help others. "Make a difference. Live a life that matters." – Frank McKinney
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Writing you from here beside the Pacific Ocean in Nicaragua
- http://www.facebook.com/TheNewEarlyToRise
Had dinner with Rich Schefren last night here in Nicaragua...funny guy, lots of wisdom. Here's one of his previous articles
- http://www.earlytorise.com/how-to-make-more-money-during-a-recession#main
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
How to measure body fat
One of the most common problems in the TT Transformation Contest is that folks don't know how to measure body fat.
So we wrote an article for you here:
How to measure body fat
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/how-to-measure-body-fat/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
People want to hang around winners. They want leaders – so lead them. Have the courage to take the criticism.
My suggestion to you is to learn to be comfortable in your own skin. Be true to yourself and your message. People respect people who truly believe in what they are doing and who are comfortable in their own skin. Don't be embarrassed by what makes you unique, be proud of it instead.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Happy Ballantyne's Day TT Workout special for you
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/exclusiveAllAccessPass/
"Thanks for this hook up! anyone who doesnt take advantage is a darn fool!" - Craig Oc, TT Facebook page member
So we wrote an article for you here:
How to measure body fat
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/how-to-measure-body-fat/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
People want to hang around winners. They want leaders – so lead them. Have the courage to take the criticism.
My suggestion to you is to learn to be comfortable in your own skin. Be true to yourself and your message. People respect people who truly believe in what they are doing and who are comfortable in their own skin. Don't be embarrassed by what makes you unique, be proud of it instead.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Happy Ballantyne's Day TT Workout special for you
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/exclusiveAllAccessPass/
"Thanks for this hook up! anyone who doesnt take advantage is a darn fool!" - Craig Oc, TT Facebook page member
Monday, February 13, 2012
Ballantyne's Day Celebration
It comes but once per year...
...Ballantyne's Day.
The day that St. Ballantyne drove out all the belly fat from his native Scotanada (a mythical country combining the best of both Scotland and Canada...i.e. where they wear beaver pelt kilts and play a hybrid sport of curling-hockey with legend Wayne MacGretzky).
Ballantyne's Day is a time for great celebration.
And this year, St. Ballantyne's great-great-awesome-great grandson, Craig Ballantyne, is celebrating by giving you every single TT workout for just 77 cents each.
Go here to take advantage of the greatest deal in TT history
...Ballantyne's Day.
The day that St. Ballantyne drove out all the belly fat from his native Scotanada (a mythical country combining the best of both Scotland and Canada...i.e. where they wear beaver pelt kilts and play a hybrid sport of curling-hockey with legend Wayne MacGretzky).
Ballantyne's Day is a time for great celebration.
And this year, St. Ballantyne's great-great-awesome-great grandson, Craig Ballantyne, is celebrating by giving you every single TT workout for just 77 cents each.
Go here to take advantage of the greatest deal in TT history
You'll get EVERY TT MRT program, every TT Meathead workout, ALL of the TT Abs and Nutrition bonuses, access to every TT bodyweight program and bootcamp manual, PLUS first access to all TT programs released in the next 12 months.
Get EVERY TT Workout here for pennies
All of this for literally 77 cents per workout...or even better, 33 cents per fat burning day between now and next Ballantyne's Day.
You can't afford to miss out on this amazing deal.
This is the best holiday of the year,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Ballantyne's Day is clearly the most...
...important holiday in the fitness season.
Where else can you get 121 PROVEN workouts for MUCH less than $1 each?
Get the best Turbulence Training deal EVER <== Limited availability
Plus you get all of the upcoming TT workouts and diet programs for the next 12 months, including:
1. TT Adventure Race Training
2. TT Metabolic Bootcamps - 21 New Bootcamp Workouts
3. 51 Interval Training Workouts
4. TT Bodyweight Cardio 5
5. The AWESOME Diet
As a TT Platinum Member, you'll get first access to these programs when they are released in 2012.
Reserve your priority access here
Wishing you your best Ballantyne's Day ever.
Take Action
You know that thing you're scared of doing...are you going to let it stop you today too? No. Make this the day that you finally overcome the obstacles in your way. You've got nothing to lose but your excuses.
The mistakes of your past are not who you are now. No matter what you've done in your life you have a second chance that starts today. It is your time to choose who you will be and who you will become, for the rest of your life. You are certainly not too old, too young, or too broke to add value to the world, to give, create or inspire. If you need to, let the past go and start fresh, right here, right now.
Cool photos from Nicaragua on my Facebook pages here:
www.TurbulenceTrainingFanpage.com (training photo)
www.Facebook.com/ttfatloss (helicopter ride photos)
Some interesting articles from the CB Files:
Tough Mudder Workout Plan
http://www.ttfatloss.com/tough-mudder-workout-plan/
The real goal of my life
- http://www.earlytorise.com/the-real-goal/
And do NOT miss this:
Uncensored and unprecedented Turbulence Training Workout Report Card (which one got the only A+ and which one was most disappointing with a C?) Find out here
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/2k11-workout-report-card/
Happy Ballantyne's Day,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
The mistakes of your past are not who you are now. No matter what you've done in your life you have a second chance that starts today. It is your time to choose who you will be and who you will become, for the rest of your life. You are certainly not too old, too young, or too broke to add value to the world, to give, create or inspire. If you need to, let the past go and start fresh, right here, right now.
Cool photos from Nicaragua on my Facebook pages here:
www.TurbulenceTrainingFanpage.com (training photo)
www.Facebook.com/ttfatloss (helicopter ride photos)
Some interesting articles from the CB Files:
Tough Mudder Workout Plan
http://www.ttfatloss.com/tough-mudder-workout-plan/
The real goal of my life
- http://www.earlytorise.com/the-real-goal/
And do NOT miss this:
Uncensored and unprecedented Turbulence Training Workout Report Card (which one got the only A+ and which one was most disappointing with a C?) Find out here
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/2k11-workout-report-card/
Happy Ballantyne's Day,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Brutally Honest Assessment of TT Workouts
What kind of dumb trainer writes a report card on his own workouts and gives two of them a C?
(And only one of them an A+)
I do. Me that dumb.
You can read the Ballantyne's Day TT Workout Report Card here
(And only one of them an A+)
I do. Me that dumb.
You can read the Ballantyne's Day TT Workout Report Card here
Each year I write one program that becomes LEGEND.
Each year has one workout that is an incredibly pleasant surprise.
And each year one program fails to meet my expectations. Ooops.
So in the spirit of the February Awards season, find out which program "won" for each of those categories.
Read the uncensored 2011 TT Workout Report Card here
I'll give you one spoiler...the April 2011 Workout won for best workout designed by two awesome and handsome bros.
Read the uncensored 2011 TT Workout Report Card here
I'll give you one spoiler...the April 2011 Workout won for best workout designed by two awesome and handsome bros.
Hope you are getting ready for an amazing Ballantyne's Day,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - I'm down in Nicaragua at...
...a writer's conference. So tomorrow's email will be short, but powerful. Don't miss it.
In the meantime, enjoy today's unprecedented TT Workout Report Card. You won't see any other trainer in the fitness industry with big enough Ball-antyne's to give their own workouts such an honest and brutal appraisal.
Read the full TT Workout Report Card here
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - I'm down in Nicaragua at...
...a writer's conference. So tomorrow's email will be short, but powerful. Don't miss it.
In the meantime, enjoy today's unprecedented TT Workout Report Card. You won't see any other trainer in the fitness industry with big enough Ball-antyne's to give their own workouts such an honest and brutal appraisal.
Read the full TT Workout Report Card here
PPS - So far this year...
...in 2012, I'm five-for-five with ALL of the workouts I've created so far earning at least an A, and a couple of A+'s. Look for more great TT programs coming very, very soon.
CB in Nicaragua
Had a smooth trip from Toronto to Miami to Nicaragua on Saturday. Two medium flights s of 3 hours each, and only a small delay getting out of Toronto due to the winter weather.
Today the journey continues. I'm going here and will post real photos soon
- http://www.ranchosantana.com/residences
Until then, I have a few great nutrition and fitness articles to kick off Ballantyne's Day week. That's right, Ballantyne's Day WEEK. Take that, St. Valentine.
1) Best nutrition tip of 2012 (from Dr. John Berardi)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/best-nutrition-tip-for-2012/
It also includes 7 foods and nutrition strategies I'm using these days.
2) Why some folks have a fast metabolism
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/fast-metabolism/
3) Awesome article about Workout Finishers from Certified TT Trainer, Mike Whitfield:
- http://ptpower.com/workout-finishers/
And of course you get today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Fill your life with positive expectations. Demand the best. Attitude and desire contribute to 90% of your achievement." – Kekich Credo #86…
...Drop the negatives. Hang around positive people. And most importantly, believe in – and expect more of – yourself.
Find out what truly makes you happy but does not cost a lot of money. You shouldn't be surprised to find that it's the people, and the little things in life, that bring you the greatest joy.
I'm going to enjoy my time with really great and interesting people down here in Nicaragua, but I'd be just as happy in my backyard with ol' Bally the Dog doing some dog wrestling.
Always look on the bright side and be happy where you are.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Today the journey continues. I'm going here and will post real photos soon
- http://www.ranchosantana.com/residences
Until then, I have a few great nutrition and fitness articles to kick off Ballantyne's Day week. That's right, Ballantyne's Day WEEK. Take that, St. Valentine.
1) Best nutrition tip of 2012 (from Dr. John Berardi)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/best-nutrition-tip-for-2012/
It also includes 7 foods and nutrition strategies I'm using these days.
2) Why some folks have a fast metabolism
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/fast-metabolism/
3) Awesome article about Workout Finishers from Certified TT Trainer, Mike Whitfield:
- http://ptpower.com/workout-finishers/
And of course you get today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Fill your life with positive expectations. Demand the best. Attitude and desire contribute to 90% of your achievement." – Kekich Credo #86…
...Drop the negatives. Hang around positive people. And most importantly, believe in – and expect more of – yourself.
Find out what truly makes you happy but does not cost a lot of money. You shouldn't be surprised to find that it's the people, and the little things in life, that bring you the greatest joy.
I'm going to enjoy my time with really great and interesting people down here in Nicaragua, but I'd be just as happy in my backyard with ol' Bally the Dog doing some dog wrestling.
Always look on the bright side and be happy where you are.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Saturday, February 11, 2012
CB's Guide to Finding Good People
Earlier this week we had a discussion on my www.CraigBallantyneFanpage.com over on Facebook about whether or not it was difficult to find good, positive, supportive people in your life.
Frankly, I don't believe it is hard if you are willing to stand up for what you believe in, act in a way that is congruent with your beliefs, and put some effort into looking.
So in more detail, here is:
CB's Guide to Finding Good People
Step 1) Identify what you value in people.
Step 2) Identify where this type of person spends time.
Step 3) Go there. Whether it is a church, gym, beach, dance lessons, bootcamp fitness class, Chamber of Commerce meeting, local lectures, weekend seminars, or weekly group meetings. You don't meet good people by watching TV…but good people ARE out there. Go forth and find them.
"When you take action, particularly bold action, the boundaries of what you believe to be possible (your belief system) expand. Which, in turn, gives you the capacity to consider new ideas, new possibilities, and new concepts that you previously thought to be impossible." - Robert Ringer
"If you take a layer off a roll of paper towels, you won't see the difference. Even if you take 3 layers off, you won't see much of a difference. But if you keep taking off layers, all of a sudden the roll WILL look smaller. Your fat loss journey is the same. Stay the course. Keep working hard." - Mike Whitfield, Certified Turbulence Trainer
Check out Mike's high-energy, fun, Facebook page filled with cool tips and his trademarked humor:
- http://www.facebook.com/WorkoutFinishers
Mike's a good person...one of the high-energy, positive, supportive people in my life who found Turbulence Training and became a TT Trainer.
He found TT because I put my mission out there. I was proud of it, and I don't care who disagrees with me. All that matters are the good people who are attracted to the mission of helping others.
Learn more about my 1 Million Mission here:
=> http://www.TurbulenceTrainingCertification.com
Stay strong and act strong,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Frankly, I don't believe it is hard if you are willing to stand up for what you believe in, act in a way that is congruent with your beliefs, and put some effort into looking.
So in more detail, here is:
CB's Guide to Finding Good People
Step 1) Identify what you value in people.
Step 2) Identify where this type of person spends time.
Step 3) Go there. Whether it is a church, gym, beach, dance lessons, bootcamp fitness class, Chamber of Commerce meeting, local lectures, weekend seminars, or weekly group meetings. You don't meet good people by watching TV…but good people ARE out there. Go forth and find them.
"When you take action, particularly bold action, the boundaries of what you believe to be possible (your belief system) expand. Which, in turn, gives you the capacity to consider new ideas, new possibilities, and new concepts that you previously thought to be impossible." - Robert Ringer
"If you take a layer off a roll of paper towels, you won't see the difference. Even if you take 3 layers off, you won't see much of a difference. But if you keep taking off layers, all of a sudden the roll WILL look smaller. Your fat loss journey is the same. Stay the course. Keep working hard." - Mike Whitfield, Certified Turbulence Trainer
Check out Mike's high-energy, fun, Facebook page filled with cool tips and his trademarked humor:
- http://www.facebook.com/WorkoutFinishers
Mike's a good person...one of the high-energy, positive, supportive people in my life who found Turbulence Training and became a TT Trainer.
He found TT because I put my mission out there. I was proud of it, and I don't care who disagrees with me. All that matters are the good people who are attracted to the mission of helping others.
Learn more about my 1 Million Mission here:
=> http://www.TurbulenceTrainingCertification.com
Stay strong and act strong,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Friday, February 10, 2012
How to Speed Metabolism
If it truly is possible to speed up your metabolism, here's what you need to do:
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/speed-up-your-metabolism/
You also need to discover Male vs Female Fat Loss Differences:
http://www.ttfatloss.com/fat-loss-differences-between-men-and-women/
My Meathead Friday workout included db chest presses, db row, pulldowns, cable lateral raises, and some meathead arms.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Celebrate your existence. There's over 1 billion people out there living on $2 per day who would trade places with you in a heartbeat…no matter how tough you think things are right now. Stay strong. Look on the bright side every time.
The full "law of attraction" story about how my opportunity to work with ETR came about
- http://internetindependence.com/law-of-attraction-story
Don't hesitate to tell the (right) people - and the 'universe' - about what you want to accomplish. Helpful people can dramatically speed up the process. You can't do it all on your own
In all walks of life, you'll find that passionate men and women are more purposeful. - Alex Green
Never stop improving. Never stop doing something new. Make it your goal to be better every day, in some small way. - Bob Parsons
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/speed-up-your-metabolism/
You also need to discover Male vs Female Fat Loss Differences:
http://www.ttfatloss.com/fat-loss-differences-between-men-and-women/
My Meathead Friday workout included db chest presses, db row, pulldowns, cable lateral raises, and some meathead arms.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
Celebrate your existence. There's over 1 billion people out there living on $2 per day who would trade places with you in a heartbeat…no matter how tough you think things are right now. Stay strong. Look on the bright side every time.
The full "law of attraction" story about how my opportunity to work with ETR came about
- http://internetindependence.com/law-of-attraction-story
Don't hesitate to tell the (right) people - and the 'universe' - about what you want to accomplish. Helpful people can dramatically speed up the process. You can't do it all on your own
In all walks of life, you'll find that passionate men and women are more purposeful. - Alex Green
Never stop improving. Never stop doing something new. Make it your goal to be better every day, in some small way. - Bob Parsons
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Worst Diet in the World
Politically incorrect Craig is back. Look out.
And here's the politically incorrect #truth.
The worst diet in the world is the one you are on.
The one that is NOT giving you results while you work so bloody hard.
Worst. Diet. Evah. (Say it in your Alicia Silverstone 'Clueless' voice.)
The solution?
Move on. Say goodbye to the worst and switch to one that works.
So say hello to my lil' friend, Roman, and his new nutrition program, the one he lives and breathes to look like a ripped cover model all year round.
Not only is it better than your current diet, but you'll also get three free TT workouts when you try it out through this link.
Bet your current diet isn't giving you any free workouts, is it?
Didn't think so. Stoopit diet.
You need to dump that old diet and hook-up with this new one,you know what I'm saying?
After all...diet is even more important than exercise for fat loss.
So get Roman's Diet at $50 OFF + 3 TT Workouts for free <= LAST day
Thursday, February 09, 2012
Outside Workout in January
Today's outside workout included sprints, kettlebell swings, and goblet squats. And dog wrestling. It was so warm here in Canada that I did my workout outside while wearing shorts and a sweatshirt.
Sure was good to hang out with the dog again...even though we only have a couple of walks together before I take off again on Friday.
Here's a picture of him with his new bandana stylingz:
- http://www.facebook.com/ttfatloss
Just hit the subscribe button to check it out.
For TT Members...BIG news:
My new program, "Turbulence Rises", a bonus workout from Roman and CB is now available for Platinum TT Members.
BTW, John Romaniello is going to be a fitness superstar - someday as popular as Jillian Michaels. You heard it here first. Unless you've heard him say it before me...because he probably has.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
The keys to your future are your daily habits today. Start implementing new positive behaviors today. Make them a habit. Create a better future.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Sure was good to hang out with the dog again...even though we only have a couple of walks together before I take off again on Friday.
Here's a picture of him with his new bandana stylingz:
- http://www.facebook.com/ttfatloss
Just hit the subscribe button to check it out.
For TT Members...BIG news:
My new program, "Turbulence Rises", a bonus workout from Roman and CB is now available for Platinum TT Members.
BTW, John Romaniello is going to be a fitness superstar - someday as popular as Jillian Michaels. You heard it here first. Unless you've heard him say it before me...because he probably has.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
The keys to your future are your daily habits today. Start implementing new positive behaviors today. Make them a habit. Create a better future.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
Home and Away
Finally. Going home after 11 days on the road to see ol' Bally the Dog. Apparently he is now sporting a kerchief. We shall see how this looks. But then I'm off to the southwest coast of Nicaragua on Saturday for 5 days.
Today's workout: Box jumps, squat, split squat, glute-ham raises. Not metabolic, but still good times.
But not as good of times as the stoopit photo of Roman and I that I posted on my personal Facebook here (hit the subscribe button to see the photo):
- http://www.facebook.com/ttfatloss
Speaking of Roman:
Cool sprint intervals for fat loss article from Roman
- http://www.t-nation.com/free_online_article/most_recent/the_6week_sprinting_solution
Today's Unpopular Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
"Lasting goal achievement requires lots of time, hard work, sacrifice & dedication to a process that is maintained over years." - Marshall Goldsmith
Avoiding your problems will not make the situation better. Take action and attack them head-on instead.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Give without remembering. Receive without forgetting. - William Barclay
Today's workout: Box jumps, squat, split squat, glute-ham raises. Not metabolic, but still good times.
But not as good of times as the stoopit photo of Roman and I that I posted on my personal Facebook here (hit the subscribe button to see the photo):
- http://www.facebook.com/ttfatloss
Speaking of Roman:
Cool sprint intervals for fat loss article from Roman
- http://www.t-nation.com/free_online_article/most_recent/the_6week_sprinting_solution
Today's Unpopular Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
"Lasting goal achievement requires lots of time, hard work, sacrifice & dedication to a process that is maintained over years." - Marshall Goldsmith
Avoiding your problems will not make the situation better. Take action and attack them head-on instead.
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - Give without remembering. Receive without forgetting. - William Barclay
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
Kickbutt Mindset Tips for the Day
Back in Toronto after a 10-day trip to Texas and Tampa, I'm going to take a recovery day and then do a squat workout on Wednesday.
The trip was fantastic. I rarely get recognized in gyms, let alone in airports, but yesterday I was recognized at both the Tampa and Toronto airports by other passengers. Cool to meet y'all.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
To get something you've never had, you have to do something you've never done.
Do not procrastinate. Take action. Just do it.
Set deadlines for your goals. Get out of your comfort zone and put some pressure on yourself. Live up to – and exceed – the highest standards you have set for yourself.
How to beat Internet Addiction
- http://www.earlytorise.com/how-to-beat-internet-addiction/
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
The trip was fantastic. I rarely get recognized in gyms, let alone in airports, but yesterday I was recognized at both the Tampa and Toronto airports by other passengers. Cool to meet y'all.
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
To get something you've never had, you have to do something you've never done.
Do not procrastinate. Take action. Just do it.
Set deadlines for your goals. Get out of your comfort zone and put some pressure on yourself. Live up to – and exceed – the highest standards you have set for yourself.
How to beat Internet Addiction
- http://www.earlytorise.com/how-to-beat-internet-addiction/
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Monday, February 06, 2012
21 Day Energy Challenge
21-Day Energy Challenge for you: Go to bed and get up at the same time for the next 21 days. I promise it will do more for your all-day energy levels than anything else you can do.
Weekend Weight Gain #Truth - I know a few TT'ers will wake up a few pounds heavier today, and you might too. BUT...here's the #truth. As one reader mentioned to me on Sunday, she ate an entire box of pizza and gained 3 pounds.
At most, the pizza contained 1200 calories. And as you know, 1200 calories will not show up on the scale as 3 pounds of fat. Remember, there's about 3500 calories per pound of fat…so in reality, she would have had to consume NINE full pizzas OVER her calorie needs in order to gain 3 pounds of fat on the weekend. Or 19.44 extra Big Macs over her calorie needs to gain 3 pounds of pure fat (with a Big Mac coming in at around 540 calories).
So why the weight gain?
Well, it's from another common element of food…one that you can see on the ingredient list. Sodium. In this pizza, I checked the online ingredients and found it to contain 640mg per serving, and with at least 3 servings per box, our dear reader consumed almost 2 grams of sodium at one sitting. Now that's a recipe for water retention and overnight weight gain.
Workout Solution:
Just added "Turbulence Forever" to the download area for all Platinum folks at TTmembers.com. And "Turbulence Rises" comes out later this week. Good times. Let's make the fat go WHOOOSH.
If you need some exercise substitutions or BW workouts for today, check out all of my free youtube videos here:
http://youtube.com/profile?user=cbathletics&view=videos
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
The best thing you can do for yourself is to make everyone else around you better.
Identify what you really want to accomplish and what you need to do to get there. Schedule your work day ruthlessly. Focus on your unique ability. Take action. Implement. Get stuff done.
There is only one time that is important-NOW! It is the most important time because it is the only time that we have any power. – Leo Tolstoy
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Weekend Weight Gain #Truth - I know a few TT'ers will wake up a few pounds heavier today, and you might too. BUT...here's the #truth. As one reader mentioned to me on Sunday, she ate an entire box of pizza and gained 3 pounds.
At most, the pizza contained 1200 calories. And as you know, 1200 calories will not show up on the scale as 3 pounds of fat. Remember, there's about 3500 calories per pound of fat…so in reality, she would have had to consume NINE full pizzas OVER her calorie needs in order to gain 3 pounds of fat on the weekend. Or 19.44 extra Big Macs over her calorie needs to gain 3 pounds of pure fat (with a Big Mac coming in at around 540 calories).
So why the weight gain?
Well, it's from another common element of food…one that you can see on the ingredient list. Sodium. In this pizza, I checked the online ingredients and found it to contain 640mg per serving, and with at least 3 servings per box, our dear reader consumed almost 2 grams of sodium at one sitting. Now that's a recipe for water retention and overnight weight gain.
Workout Solution:
Just added "Turbulence Forever" to the download area for all Platinum folks at TTmembers.com. And "Turbulence Rises" comes out later this week. Good times. Let's make the fat go WHOOOSH.
If you need some exercise substitutions or BW workouts for today, check out all of my free youtube videos here:
http://youtube.com/profile?user=cbathletics&view=videos
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tip:
The best thing you can do for yourself is to make everyone else around you better.
Identify what you really want to accomplish and what you need to do to get there. Schedule your work day ruthlessly. Focus on your unique ability. Take action. Implement. Get stuff done.
There is only one time that is important-NOW! It is the most important time because it is the only time that we have any power. – Leo Tolstoy
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Saturday, February 04, 2012
Training with Roman today
Last night we hit the Blue Fugu Hibachi steakhouse in St. Pete's for a big group dinner. John "Roman" Romaniello and I discussed some prettttty, pretttty cool projects that he has coming out in 2012. It's going to be a huge year for him.
And today will be a huge day for me because he and I will be working out in Tampa. I'm deadlifting. Not sure what he'll be doing. But we are working on a new program for you called, "Turbulence Forever". It will be out on Tuesday.
We even worked on a little article for you about the Fat Loss WHOOSH effect. Check it out...somewhat controversial - here:
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/fat-loss-whoosh-effect/
Here's a tip for you today:
Take time to review your food intake and continue to do so for the next 5-7 days. You'll learn SO much about your body and how it reacts to certain foods, plus you'll identify *hidden* calories in your diet that might be sabotaging your results. What are YOUR favorite fitness/nutrition apps and websites to monitor your diet?
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
If evil be spoken of you and it be true, correct yourself, if it be a lie, laugh at it. – Epictetus
Attitude and desire contribute the most to achievement. Check yours. Are they right for what you want in your life? Believe in yourself and never give up.
Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher. – Japanese Proverb
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - On a random note...
...here's what the Google knows about you...and how you can change it
- http://www.sovereignman.com/expat/google-changes-its-privacy-policy-another-reminder-to-use-offshore-email/
And today will be a huge day for me because he and I will be working out in Tampa. I'm deadlifting. Not sure what he'll be doing. But we are working on a new program for you called, "Turbulence Forever". It will be out on Tuesday.
We even worked on a little article for you about the Fat Loss WHOOSH effect. Check it out...somewhat controversial - here:
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/fat-loss-whoosh-effect/
Here's a tip for you today:
Take time to review your food intake and continue to do so for the next 5-7 days. You'll learn SO much about your body and how it reacts to certain foods, plus you'll identify *hidden* calories in your diet that might be sabotaging your results. What are YOUR favorite fitness/nutrition apps and websites to monitor your diet?
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
If evil be spoken of you and it be true, correct yourself, if it be a lie, laugh at it. – Epictetus
Attitude and desire contribute the most to achievement. Check yours. Are they right for what you want in your life? Believe in yourself and never give up.
Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher. – Japanese Proverb
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
PS - On a random note...
...here's what the Google knows about you...and how you can change it
- http://www.sovereignman.com/expat/google-changes-its-privacy-policy-another-reminder-to-use-offshore-email/
Friday, February 03, 2012
Go to Jail or do this instead
Day off of hard training today. Looking forward to a record setting deadlift workout on Saturday morning at Powerhouse Gym in Tampa.
Now here's an interesting motivational mindset for you.
Imagine you had to go to jail if you skipped your workout to sit on the couch instead. How many workouts do you think you'd miss?
More critical fat loss motivation for the next 72 hours
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/critical-fat-loss-motivation/
And here's your SuperBowl Sunday Workout Plan: SuperBowl Sunday Workout reminder (what to do)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/workouts-exposed/
Great Q: I and several others have never gotten a clear answer to this question.... if you worked your muscles really hard for example on Monday, and you are really sore on Tuesday and still sore on Wednesday, do you have to wait until the soreness is completely gone before you can work that same group of muscles?
Answer from me:
Maureen - There is not a clear answer to everyone...it is an individual situation. First, adjust your program to do less volume so you aren't sore for 3 days. Second, ask yourself this, "Is there something else I can do instead?" If not, then it is a judgement call depending on goals, etc. But at the end of the day, be conservative. No need to risk it.
One man's discovery at the Turbulence Training Summit (powerful article from him and terrible hairdo on me)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/what-i-found-at-the-tt-summit/
Kickbutt Mindset Tips of the Day
"The world needs dreamers and the world needs doers. But above all, the world needs dreamers who do."-Sarah Ban Breathnach
Be true to yourself and your message…people respect people who truly believe in what they are doing…who are comfortable in their own skin…don't be embarrassed by what makes you unique…be proud of it instead.
"Criticism: It has only the power you, the target, give it. It has none of its own." - Dan Kennedy
Stay strong and get stronger,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Now here's an interesting motivational mindset for you.
Imagine you had to go to jail if you skipped your workout to sit on the couch instead. How many workouts do you think you'd miss?
More critical fat loss motivation for the next 72 hours
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/critical-fat-loss-motivation/
And here's your SuperBowl Sunday Workout Plan: SuperBowl Sunday Workout reminder (what to do)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/workouts-exposed/
Great Q: I and several others have never gotten a clear answer to this question.... if you worked your muscles really hard for example on Monday, and you are really sore on Tuesday and still sore on Wednesday, do you have to wait until the soreness is completely gone before you can work that same group of muscles?
Answer from me:
Maureen - There is not a clear answer to everyone...it is an individual situation. First, adjust your program to do less volume so you aren't sore for 3 days. Second, ask yourself this, "Is there something else I can do instead?" If not, then it is a judgement call depending on goals, etc. But at the end of the day, be conservative. No need to risk it.
One man's discovery at the Turbulence Training Summit (powerful article from him and terrible hairdo on me)
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/what-i-found-at-the-tt-summit/
Kickbutt Mindset Tips of the Day
"The world needs dreamers and the world needs doers. But above all, the world needs dreamers who do."-Sarah Ban Breathnach
Be true to yourself and your message…people respect people who truly believe in what they are doing…who are comfortable in their own skin…don't be embarrassed by what makes you unique…be proud of it instead.
"Criticism: It has only the power you, the target, give it. It has none of its own." - Dan Kennedy
Stay strong and get stronger,
Craig Ballantyne, CTT
Certified Turbulence Trainer
Thursday, February 02, 2012
If you are struggling
If you are struggling with motivation today and are thinking of skipping your workout, then just do me one tiny little favor? Just go to your workout space and do your warm-up. Just 5 minutes, that's all you need. And once you get through the warm-up, promise me you'll do just one set, okay? Oh, and do me one last favor, just do a couple of intervals for me, pretty please? If you do that, I promise you'll end up doing the whole workout, and probably having an amazing session too.
Recruit a new member into your social support, such as a new workout partner or healthy-eating partner. This will add strength to your commitment.
LOL...I'm continuing my Mexican Food Across America challenge. Last night was Chipotle again, with the night before homecooked chili at the Marionz. Good times...and another workout planned for Powerhouse Gym in Tampa on Saturday.
BTW, a new Braigz CallEntyne program is up at
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/workoutofthemonth/
How to exercise with sore knees
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/sore-knees-exercise/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Nobody gets old by surprise." – Kekich Credo #84…Identify one big thing you want to do this year…and make it happen.
"You don't have to live your life the way others expect you to. You can do good things for yourself and make the world a better place at the same time." – Chris Guillebaeu
"The person who gets the farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare. The sure-thing boat never gets far from shore."-Dale Carnegie
"If you can dream it, then you can achieve it. You will get all you want in life if you help enough other people get what they want." - Zig Ziglar
Just ordered a copy of the famous Holstee poster
- http://shop.holstee.com/collections/all-items/products/holstee-manifesto-poster
Craig Ballantyne
PS - "It's perfectly okay to want to quit - as long as you don't." - Fran Tarkenton
Recruit a new member into your social support, such as a new workout partner or healthy-eating partner. This will add strength to your commitment.
LOL...I'm continuing my Mexican Food Across America challenge. Last night was Chipotle again, with the night before homecooked chili at the Marionz. Good times...and another workout planned for Powerhouse Gym in Tampa on Saturday.
BTW, a new Braigz CallEntyne program is up at
- http://www.turbulencetraining.com/workoutofthemonth/
How to exercise with sore knees
- http://www.ttfatloss.com/sore-knees-exercise/
Today's Kickbutt Mindset Tips:
"Nobody gets old by surprise." – Kekich Credo #84…Identify one big thing you want to do this year…and make it happen.
"You don't have to live your life the way others expect you to. You can do good things for yourself and make the world a better place at the same time." – Chris Guillebaeu
"The person who gets the farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare. The sure-thing boat never gets far from shore."-Dale Carnegie
"If you can dream it, then you can achieve it. You will get all you want in life if you help enough other people get what they want." - Zig Ziglar
Just ordered a copy of the famous Holstee poster
- http://shop.holstee.com/collections/all-items/products/holstee-manifesto-poster
Craig Ballantyne
PS - "It's perfectly okay to want to quit - as long as you don't." - Fran Tarkenton
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