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Conor McGregor’s Nutritionist Shared Exciting Stuff to Stop Sugar Cravings

Conor McGregor’s dietitian ought to be the one to be able to advise you on how to curb your sugar cravings.

His name is George Lockhart, and he is a nutrition specialist advising top sporting heroes on what they can or can’t eat.

That’s why when it comes down to kicking your sugar habit once and for all it stands to reason that he is a man to trust.

Many resources raise an arguable statement that the white substance is more addictive than cocaine in every aspect and it’s pretty hard to quit.

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5 People to Follow for Quarantine Workouts

We know that it has probably been really challenging for you to adapt to major changes since this pandemic really took off. Some of us are more impacted than others, but most of our readers from major cities don’t have access to gyms because of mandated closures. That is, however, no excuse to let you goals and level of fitness fail. There are countless trainers out there, who can’t work right now, making amazing content for both their followers and the rest of the public. Here are a few that have been putting out amazing workouts with little to no equipment, for even longer than the quarantine.

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MMA Fitness: 7 Key Reasons to Try MMA for Fitness

MMA training is more than just a total body workout. Keep reading for MMA fitness: 7 key reasons to try MMA for fitness.

There are all sorts of ways to improve one’s physical fitness. You can lift weights; you can run; you can ride a bike.

But if you’re looking for a form of training that improves every aspect of your being, you needn’t look any further than MMA training.

MMA fitness is a different level of fitness, one which brings out a variety of benefits. Wondering why you should participate in MMA workouts? Here are 7 reasons to do so. 

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3 Things to Know About Losing Weight With Muay Thai

At this point, you have may have read a lot of articles on losing weight. Perhaps you are in a situation now that you do not know which is the right advice to follow. Maybe you have also visited many workout centers to rid yourself off the extra pounds, but you still feel as if you are not there yet.

Well, the journey of losing weight is a tough one and requires lots of dedication and determination to finally see the results. Look no further by enrolling at Muay Thai camp in Thailand. It is a state-of-the-art facility that has dedicated itself to offer world-class weight loss training.

But first, here are the things to be aware of beforehand.

Structured Workout Plan

Losing weight is not an easy task as it requires strong will, top-level dedication and undeterred focus. Ever set out on a mission to lose weight but ended up not fulfilling it due to lack of consistency? Well, at Muay Thai, that is not on offer.

With the structured workout schedule, you will be sure to achieve your end goal without fear of being inconsistent. Each day on the camp you will be engaged with doing workouts. The schedule offers a range of activities that include running, weightlifting, swimming, kickboxing and stretching among others that you carry out under the guidance of an onsite trainer.

The camp’s schedule allows you to book a stay for any duration you want. For instance, you can book for a week’s training and still achieve your weight loss goal.

It’s A Fun and Enjoyable Experience

At Muay Thai, keeping fit is all about having a good time. If you are not working out, you can get to enjoy yourself with other trainers at the camp’s other facilities. The center is fitted with excellent facilities including a large court where you can play hoop or basketball, TV rooms for watching films and a lap swimming pool.

All the facilities are aimed to ensure that fitness ambiance is felt all through. Also, there is a 24-hour internet Wi-Fi service and cable TV. During your stay at the camp, you will also get to make new friends and enjoy the enchanting natural landscape. With all that on offer, losing weight becomes less monotonous and unexciting.

Healthy Diet on Offer

When it comes to losing weight, it is not all about working out continuously, but also watching what you eat. Diet plays an integral role in ensuring that you maintain a healthy body weight. Cut off processed foods and start eating a healthy and balanced diet.

The aim is to cut on carbs and sugars which are the primary triggers of body weight issues. At Muay Thai camp in Thailand, you will be guaranteed to eat healthy foods that are a mix of healthy Thailand and Western cuisines that are cooked to workout requirements.

Typically, the food is cooked to bring maximum weight loss within a short time. On top of that, ensure that you keep yourself hydrated throughout the sessions as water also plays an integral part in weight loss. Failure to hydrate appropriately will affect your training sessions. The camp has plenty of water.

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Improving Your Cardio with Boxing

Improve your cardio with this intense boxing workout

 

Back in the day, when my coach asked me to spell the word “hell,” all I said was: C A R D I O.

If my coach asked me to spell that word today, I would do the exact same thing. All jokes aside, cardio is one of the hardest things to do in any type of sport.

If you are an athlete then you know what I mean by that. You spend hours upon hours working on your cardio. Many people, including my early self, asked the question: WHY? Why would you spend time working on cardio when you can invest that time to work on actual skill and power?

Well, the answer is quite simple. You won’t be able to showcase your skill or your power if you don’t have the stamina and durability. Your body will fail you!

To be honest, cardio is one of the most important things in sports, especially boxing. There were phenomenal fighters who were better than their opponents but they lost because they ran out of energy, or simply, “gassed out”! That’s why boxers (and other MMA fighters) are in incredible shape.

With that being said, it doesn’t matter what your sport is, cardio is a necessity! This article will show you how you can use boxing as an excellent way of improving your cardio.

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The Best Gym in LA!

There are more fitness facilities in LA than anyone would ever want to count. When I managed a very large fitness facility in West Los Angeles, we had dozens of significant competitors in walking distance. It was brutal and trying to offer the same classes that these specialized locations hosted was a massive challenge. With such an impressive selection, there isn’t ever going to be a consensus best “gym in LA” or anything along those lines, but there are certainly places that are undisputed gems. 

We’ve talked about, on the blog or in person, some of the best deals in LA. Whether that means off-the-wall places like Tempest, amazing communities such as Barbell Brigade, cost-free natural selections including the Santa Monica Rings/Runyon Canyon or the unmatched intensity you’ll find at Gold’s Venice, LA has something for everyone. As Hungry & Fit, we do, however, need to give an edge to the facility that we personally use. Obviously, that says a lot about a place. 

Since we do fairly well and are fiscally responsible, we don’t limit ourselves to budget options/chains including 24 Hour Fitness, LA Fitness, Planet Fitness and the YMCA (though we do love the Y!). We prefer to pay more and avoid dealing with people who aren’t serious about their training; we don’t want to fight people who are on their phone while sitting on equipment. Also, we like to avoid budget options since they often have higher traffic; we don’t want to wait for equipment, in order to keep our workout intensity higher. 

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Why Holm vs Rousey is Not MMA vs Boxing

With the growing popularity of MMA and its personalities like Ronda Rousey, there have been more and more comparisons between it and other martial arts. Wrestling has been compared to boxing and someone always has to come out on top. Like in a contest, there has to be a winner in the eyes of the public. When Holly Holm defeated Ronda, it wasn’t really Holly vs Ronda in the eyes of many. They saw it as boxing vs MMA, but that couldn’t be any further from the truth. In fact, it was Holly vs Ronda

If you wanted to really break it down, it would be judo vs boxing, but Holly would be the first person to tell you that she’s a mixed martial artist now. While Ronda competed in the Olympics in judo, she also knows that one discipline is not enough to be champion nowadays so she also is a mixed martial artist. While the two have a strong background in one discipline, using that last fight as support in an argument between which is superior just isn’t enough. 

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MMA Circuit Training: New Workout!

Hey everyone, so this might be a first on the blog site. I am going to provide you with one of my personal workouts for you perform. This one can be adjusted to fit your current level of conditioning. It also has a great progress tracking system. It’s essentially a full body workout that is meant to get your heart rate way up into the cardio-building and even fat burning range. If you haven’t subscribed to our YouTube channel make sure you do. As I am getting in better shape, I will be posting free workout videos! It’s like I’m personally training you, but it’s not quite personal… and it’s FREE!

You perform five exercises. Each for a set number of reps. You do not rest between exercises. Rest 30 seconds after each round. Then repeat until you are exhausted and cannot complete a round. That is when you stop. This one can be done at home or in the gym or a park. It requires no equipment but some can be used to make it more challenging. It’s very simple but very effective. Here it is:

1. Roundhouse kicks – 20 total
2. Split jumps – 10 total
3. Mountain climbers – 15 total
4. Elbow strikes – 20 total
5. Burpees – 10 total

I recently did this one at the end of a very long muscle workout and stopped only in Round 4 so I’ll be taking a rematch very soon! I haven’t done cardio in a VERY long time so once I start it up again I’ll have better luck.

Feel free to add some wrist weights, ankle weights, a weight vest, or use a standing or hanging bag in order to challenge yourself further. Use ALL OF THEM if you are a beast and want to stay hungry and fit!
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