May 16, 2012

Obesity and You

It has been a little bit since I have last posted due to undergoing pursuit of a Masters degree in Nursing. The first semeste was a rough indoctrination, but I [...]

February 15, 2012

Formula for Estimating your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)

Formula for Estimating your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) by Jesse de la Cruz Men’s BMR = 1 x bodyweight (kg) x 24 Women’s BMR = .09 x bodyweight (kg) x [...]

January 24, 2012

Your Metabolic Rate

Your Metabolic Rate by Jesse de la Cruz Your BMR is your basal metabolic rate.  This is the measure of total energy expanded for normal maintenance, repair, and function of the [...]

January 11, 2012

Motivation and Discipline

Motivation and Discipline by Jesse de la Cruz Well it is that time of year again…Resolutions are made and the gyms are packed.  I truly don’t mind this time of [...]

December 19, 2011

Mind Conditioning

Mind Conditioning by Jesse de la Cruz Beyond pumping iron, dieting, and cardio there is another kind of preparation for physique competitons, a preparation just as important  that involves adjusting [...]

December 15, 2011

Three Kinds of Strength

Three Kinds of Strength by Jesse de la Cruz I have a great interest in fitness and bodybuilding. I always convey to people that if you go to the gym, [...]

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