AGGRESSIVE STRENGTH MAGAZINE

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ISSUE 14 - 2/05/2004

1. AGGRESSIVE STRENGTH QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"The idea that we work for others is only an illusion. We always work for ourselves. We shall attain deliverance only if we work exclusively for our higher Self. All activities for the Supreme Good, therefore, aim at one's own good."
- Gandhi form "The Bhagavad Gita According To Gandhi"

I have read many translations of the classic Hindu text, "The Bhagavad Gita" and recently started reading Gandhi's translation. It is excellent to say the least and I really like how Gandhi adds his commentary to the translation.

The above passage really stuck with me. Often when people help others, they feel that they are doing a selfless act and focusing on the other person. However, what is really driving us to help others is our higher Self. Thus, in the end we are working for ourselves. I do not feel that this is a negative thing at all. The more good that we do for others, the more good we do for ourselves and the more good that we do for ourselves the more good that we do for others. There is a synergy between the two things. Thus, next time you decide to do some volunteer work, make a donation to a worthy cause, or simply help a friend with a personal problem, realize that you are not only giving back to others, but giving back to yourself as well. However, the next time that you workout or do something healthy for yourself, realize that you are helping others as you are doing something positive that allows you to be at your best in other activities.

Live Life Aggressively!

Mike Mahler

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2. AGGRESSIVE STRENGTH TRAINING ARTICLE

Increase Cardio and burn more fat in less time with "The Tabata Protocol"

Recently, Dr. Tabata in Japan did a study in which he documented the benefits of high intensity aerobic training. Dr Tabata found that a protocol of 20 seconds of all out cardio followed by 10 seconds of moderate cardio for a total of four minutes was just as effective as forty-five minutes of moderate cardio. In addition, the Tabata Protocol increased anaerobic conditioning as well while moderate cardio only enhances aerobic capacity. Thus, the good news is that you do not have to waste a lot of time doing boring forms of cardio to get into great shape. You can choose instead to step it up a notch apply the Tabata Protocol to your training a few times a week.

There are many forms of cardio that the Tabata Protocol can be applied to. You can use an exercise bike, treadmill, or cross trainer. However, there is another option that I really like. I call this option the Tabata Heavy Bag Workout. Here is how it works, go all out for twenty seconds on a heavy bag followed by ten seconds of jumping in place. Then go all out again on the heavy bag for twenty seconds again. Go back and forth eight times for a total of four minutes. Work up to twenty minutes 2-3 times a week and your will be in incredible shape.

Be creative with the Tabata Protocol as the possibilities are endless. If your primary goal is fat loss, then apply the Tabata Protocol three times a week. Otherwise, two times a week will get the job done.

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Until next time.

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Mike Mahler

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