Passing and Health Tips

Exercises to get rid of belly and love handles.

     As a FtM I know the hardships of having to dress to hide my feminizing curves. Here are a few easy exercises you can do at home to build muscle and get rid of stomach fat and love handles!

Stomach Exercise No. 1 - The Side Bend

This simple exercise is one of the most effective stomach exercises to get rid of those love handles. First stand straight and place your feet slightly apart (about shoulder width). Bend your knees a little. Now slowly lower your whole upper body to the right, and then back to the center and then to the left. Remember to only lean side by side, and not forwards or backwards.

Stomach Exercise No. 2 - The Torso Twist

Right after your side bends you can straight away continue with the torso twist. Again, standing upright with feet shoulder width apart, twist your upper body slowly to one side and then to the other. Remember to twist your torso and not use your hips. Your oblique muscles should do most of the twisting from side to side, instead of your hip muscles. Your upper body should always be straight.

Stomach Exercise No. 3 - The Side Crunch

These last two stomach exercises start with you on the floor. Lie down on the floor with a towel or a mat. Lie down on your side, say on your right. Put your right arm over your waist, so it is resting on your left side. With your left hand, touch your ear. Your elbows will now be pointing straight upwards. Now lift your shoulders off the floor and at the same time, lift your left leg to about twelve inches. Remember to contract your oblique muscles while doing this. Hold this position for as long as you can. Gently lie back down. Try doing this exercise for an entire set. After that, switch to your left side and do the same.

Stomach Exercise No. 4 - The Seated Knee Drop

First, get into a sitting position. Rest on your hipbones instead of your butt. To keep yourself stable you can put your hands on the floor behind you. Bend your knees so that your feet are flat against the floor, and place your ankles together. Now bring your knees down to the right. Your feet will move to their sides but they should remain on the floor. Lower your knees until they are about six inches from the floor. Hold for one second, return to center position, and repeat on the left side. Make sure you use your stomach muscles to raise and lower your knees instead of the momentum. Remember to move slowly and under control.

WOAH. S’been a while.

So far I have been going to the gym for about… 2-3 weeksish, my workout consists of mainly elliptical for 30-40 minutes, which burns about 300-400 calories, and then 20 minute circuit training to build muscle.

I haven’t really noticed anything different, which is a bit disheartening, but I know I have to keep at it!

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Chocolate Replacement, Not Just For Vegans!

            Lately I have been looking into this Vegan chocolate replacement called Carob. At first I was a bit wary due to past experiences with Vegan Chocolates but Carob actually tastes pretty good.

            It does not taste exactly like Chocolate but it is still tasty. It has a nutty taste with a hint of melted chocolate and looks just like dark chocolate when in chip form, and like baking cocoa power when in powder form. Unlike Chocolate it also has a load of health benefits without gunking up your system with sugar and additives, and is caffeine free!

Here are some of the nutrients you’ll find in carob:

• Vitamin A



• Vitamin B (e.g, B1, B2, B3, B6)
• Vitamin D
• Calcium
• Potassium
• Iron
• Magnesium
• Manganese
• Selenium
• Fiber
• Antioxidants
• Protein

Carob is also great because it is:

• An alkaline food
• Low in fat (contains less fat than cocoa)
• Good for your gums, teeth, and bones
• Able to help lower cholesterol levels
• Helps to stabilize your blood sugar levels
• Free from harmful stimulants such as theobromine or caffeine

Carob powder can be found at health food stores, or even at a Bulk Barn!

Green Tea Metabolism Booster

This is what I use to drink every morning, lunch, and night and it worked like a charm to boost my metabolism. It takes a while to get use too, but after a while I started to really like the taste!

I use loose green tea, because its better than the bag stuff (and I am a tea snob)

• One mug of Green Tea (or your favorite tea if you really can’t handle Green Tea.. it is kinda gross)
• A tablespoon of honey
• half-ish table spoon of Cinnamon
• -Optional- A bit of Ginger (powdered) or grated 

Honey and cinnamon are popular natural foods that each have their own health benefits. Honey is a natural sweetener and a complex carbohydrate that provides energy. It also contains mineral and vitamin nutrient and has antiseptic, antibacterial and probiotic qualities. Cinnamon is a concentrated spice that is rich in antioxidants and nutrients.

When consumed together as a diet aid, honey and cinnamon provide digestive, immune-boosting, cleansing and weight-loss benefits.

As an added note, running up and down the stairs for 10 minutes in the morning also boosts metabolism and promotes good cardio!