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In this category, I will be putting all fact-based information regarding fitness. This will include more scientific information and may provide links to studies regarding the information.

Sugar and Carbs
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Can You Have Sugar and Carbs and Still Lose Weight?

December 2, 2022December 2, 2022 Michael Brockbank 0 Comments losing weight, portion sizes, sugar

Processed sugar and certain carbs can do quite a bit to damage your diet plans. But do you really need to cut all of them out while still trying to lose weight? As controversial as it may sound, no. However, that answer comes with a huge asterisk.

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Doing Fasted Cardio
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What is Fasted Cardio and Does it Really Work for Weight Loss?

September 2, 2022September 1, 2022 Michael Brockbank 0 Comments cardio, losing weight

Any cardio activity is exceptionally beneficial whether you’re trying to lose weight or simply want to live longer. But how good is fasted cardio when you’re trying to shed the pounds?

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Calories You Burn By Walking
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How Many Calories Can You Burn By Walking More Often?

June 17, 2022June 14, 2022 Michael Brockbank 0 Comments calorie burn, walking

Walking is perhaps one of the easiest forms of cardio exercise. But how effective is it really to lose weight? How does walking more often burn enough calories to affect the scale? What can you do to get more out of a basic method of transportation?

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An Hour Without Devices
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Spending an Hour Without Devices Is Awesome!

May 16, 2022May 16, 2022 Michael Brockbank 0 Comments mental health

Recently, I decided to do something new on the WriterSanctuary YouTube channel. As a group, we are using “Find Your Calm” cards to combat anxiety. And this week was all about spending at least an hour per day without using various devices.

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Mental Health
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Your Mental Health is Just as Vital as Your Physical Health

September 22, 2021September 21, 2021 Michael Brockbank 0 Comments anxiety, depression, mental health

I don’t cover mental health nearly as often as I should. Considering how I’ve been facing a myriad of problems my entire life, you’d think it would be one of the things I talk about most. But, alas, I don’t.

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Net Carbs
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What Are Net Carbs, And Are They Really Important?

September 3, 2021September 2, 2021 Michael Brockbank 2 Comments keto diet, net carbs

As I continue with my 6-week attempt at keto, I came across a term that was unfamiliar. What are net carbs? A lot of food packaging for the keto diet states how it only has “X” amount of net carbs, even though the Carbohydrates on the nutrition label say otherwise.

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Not Losing Weight
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Not Losing Weight While Working Out: Adding Muscle Mass

September 1, 2021August 31, 2021 Michael Brockbank 1 Comment lifting weights, losing weight, muscle mass

I was a bit discouraged when stepping on the scale this morning. I actually gained a couple of pounds since hitting the gym last week. But, is it because I’m not losing fat, or is it because I’m adding muscle mass?

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Keto Diet and Lifting Weights
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Can I Lift Weights While Doing the Keto Diet?

August 7, 2021August 6, 2021 Michael Brockbank 0 Comments keto, lifting weights

As I am about to attempt a keto diet for the next couple of weeks, I’m worried about lifting weights. Mostly because I have an issue with low blood sugar and tend to pass out when I push too hard. So, I figured I would do a bit of research this morning.

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Steps Per Day Lose Weight
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How Many Steps Does it Take Per Day to Lose Weight?

July 6, 2021July 5, 2021 Michael Brockbank 0 Comments losing weight, walking

Step counters are an essential part of nearly every popular health app. That’s because walking is one of the easiest exercises you can do for better health. But if you’re just trying to lose weight, how many steps per day do you need to put in?

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Drinking Water to Lose Weight
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Does Drinking Water Really Help You Lose Weight?

July 5, 2021June 29, 2021 Michael Brockbank 0 Comments lose weight, water

When it comes to losing weight, the Internet is full of tips, tricks, and hacks. But sometimes, the simplest and most effective methods have nothing fancy involved. So, is drinking water to lose weight possible?

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