Swearing off soda completely
Eating smart when it comes to fast food
Consume fresh fruits and veggies daily

Watch your intake of sugar, processed foods (most foods that come in a box and sit on the shelf) and refined flour
Eat lean meats such as fish and white meat chicken breasts
Drink plenty of water daily
 Try to do activities that keep your hear rate up for at least 15 minutes (swimming, basketball, treadmill, jogging, soccer), three times a week.
Limit your alcohol intake

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Recent comments on my Youtube videos got me thinking.  One viewer wrote that my image is deceiving and because I came off as “feminine” in one of my videos.  He felt so strongly that he stated he could no longer visit YOCISCO.com.  Aside from that, I have received countless comments knocking me and the Club Papi boys for acting- “Too Gay.”

First off, I have yet to meet a gay man with absolutely no feminine characteristics/mannerisms.  Even the most masculine of gay men have a little sugar in their tank.  They may not always show it but it comes out.  Weather it be when relaxed and chillin with friends or after a few drinks….a feminine characteristic is bound to surface. No, that doesn’t mean we are women or want to be women, it just means we are who we are. 

The interesting thing about gay men is that we represent every end of the spectrum- from ultra-masculine body builders and foot ball players to lip gloss-wearing J-setters to full on drag queens- and everything in between. Regardless of our degree of “gayness” we all do the same thing in the bedroom.  After all, that’s what makes us, well, gay.

So why do we look down on a gay man that acts feminine? Most of us have made the comment (myself included), “he is such a queen.”  Could it come from our own self-hatred, something that has been pounded into our heads since we were children? Maybe it’s a bigoted view embedded in our souls from a male-dominated heterosexual society. The same attitude that doesn’t allow us to marry the one we love.  This is the same attitude that refuses to protect us from prejudice in the work place.  The same prejudice and hatred that murdered Lawrence King and countless other victims of gay hate crimes.

"Be who you are and don't appologize for it, even to those in our own community"

That also got me thinking, why are we so afraid of our own femininity?   What actually is “straight-acting?”  As if gay men are any less men than straight men that we have to be “straight-acting” in order to be valued by our peers. Some of us are just naturally masculine, after all we are men.  Some of us are naturally feminine.  Most of us are in the middle, drawing from both sides, making us who we are. 

Our recent YOCISCO.com poll asked the readers, “What type of men do you prefer?”  The choice of a feminine acting man got just 1% of the total votes.  Growing up gay, we have a trained and deep rooted self hatred.  If we don’t accept our feminine-acting community, how can we expect society as a whole to accept us as a whole?

All in all, I don’t claim to be the most masculine guy in the world, neither am I on the extremely feminine end either.  I guess I’m somewhere in the middle.  What does it matter anyway?  Be who you are and don’t apologize for it, even to people in your own community.  It’s been a long road out of the closet and I’m proud of the point I’m at when it comes to my sexuality. Life is too short to be someone else. Be you.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

"To Come Out Or Not To Come Out"

Dear Cisco,

I'm turning 21 today and I'm feeling like I should come out to my family. Its something that I've been wanting to do but there's always something that keeps me back. There's reasons why I haven't came out yet and I've let them all get to me.

Now I know its even harder to come out to a Latino family, you know with all the machismo BS, and to top it all off my dad is very religious. My brother and I have even argued about gay rights, and even then I didn't have the guts to tell him. Now my twin sister on the other hand is starting to become more ok with homosexuality and now even has a friend that just came out, but obviously still doesn't know about me... I really need some advice, what should I do???

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tempted to Touch was held in beautiful Las Vegas, Nevada in March 2009.  It was Desert Heat Entertainment’s first party in Vegas.  The mastermind behind the festivities was none other than “Mexican Joe” from El Paso, Texas.  The event welcomed both Black and Latino gay men and featured several club and pool parties throughout the weekend. Your boy Cisco was there providing the entertainment and partaking in the festivities along with several other sexy Black and Latino entertainers from New York and Atlanta.  We literally partied until the sun came up, danced till out feet hurt and brought the heat to the Las Vegas strip.

Desert Heat Entertainment will be hosting another party later this fall in beautiful Acapulco, Mexico so watch for party details.  You can visit TemptedToTouch4U.com for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Click here for all the pictures from the Tempted to Touch Event

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Long Beach gay Pride- Long Beach, CA

May 16-17, 2009

CISCO TO ATTEND

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Gay Day At Great America- San Francisco, CA

May 22, 2009

CISCO TO ATTEND

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Club Papi West Hollywood- CA

May 24, 2009

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Club Papi San Diego

May 24, 2009

 CISCO TO ATTEND

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Club Papi san Francisco- CA

May 24, 2009

 CISCO TO ATTEND

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Sizzle Miami

May 21-25, 2009

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Diva's Cruise- Jamaica, Grand Caman, Cozumel

October 25- November 1, 2009

 CISCO TO ATTEND

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Squashing the Gay Relationship Killer Known as Jealousy

 

You might feel it when that hot stud across the room at the gym gives your lover “the look-over.” You might experience it if your ex-boyfriends ever cheated on you and then you project it onto your current man. Or you might experience it if you have an “open relationship” and you know your partner is out “tricking.” Whatever its form, jealousy can take on many different faces and it can kill your relationship if it’s not managed appropriately. If you’re the one who’s afflicted with jealousy, it can torment and consume you, zapping you of all security and contentment. If you’re the partner of a jealous lover, your frustration at having to “walk on eggshells” and constantly reassure your guy of your commitment to him can be maddening. 

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Photo Courtesy of Joseph Leon

Past Articles:

Gay, Single and Loving it- Click Here

6 Ways to Better Sex- Click Here

Cum-munication- Click Here

Great Anal Sex- Click Here

Romantic Love- Click Here

What Type of Love are you?- Click Here

Gay Dating Tactics- Click Here

Why am I still Single?-  Click Here

Sex and the Single Gay Guy - Click Here

 

 
Affordable high fashion for the recession

Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring 2009

 

Your boy, Cisco is a big fan of Marc Jacobs.  Having discovered his line a few years ago while dancing in San Francisco, I was hooked the minute I walked into the store.  Living in Denver, we are not lucky enough to have a Marc Jacobs store in Colorado.  The Marc by Marc Jacobs line is the less expensive version of Marc Jacobs, a piece of high fashion we can all afford.  Let’s face it, in this tough economy, who can afford to blow $500 on a shirt?  Even if you have it, why would you?  The Marc by Marc Jacobs line affords everyone a piece of the high fashion power house that has dressed so many celebrities today and a chance to feel a part of the luxurious lifestyle that the Marc Jacobs line has come to represent.

 

Click here for full story and photos 

 

 

There are pros and cons to using your gym's abdominal crunch machines. They can be a nice change of pace from floor crunches; they also enable you to increase the weight as you become stronger. Depending on their design, however, some crunch machines make it easier for you to rely (unintentionally) on other muscle groups - such as your hips or legs - rather than working the abs themselves as much as possible.

Here are some pointers for getting the most from your time on the crunch machine:

* Move slowly both during the bend and the return to your upright position.
* Keep your neck in a neutral position; do not bend it backward or forward.
* Don't perform the crunch primarily by pushing down on the arm pad. Instead, concentrate on doing the crunch by contracting your abs.

 

Consult a Doctor or fitness professional before beginning any exercise routine.

Click Here for the YOCISCO.com Health & Fitness Page

 

May 2009

 Taurus

You may need the space, but you need the extra cash more. Times are tough so make room for another room mate.  Just make sure he is sane and won't be going through your underwear drawer or scamming on your boyfriend while you're in the shower! People trying to entice you to join in will be less than trustworthy so watch out for that hot couple at the club who invite you home for a 3 way. You need an outlet that will help take your mind off any troubles at work- and no, clubbing is not one of them! Someone you live with could be frustrated and upset so stop avoiding the inevitable and have a "come to Jesus" with your boyfriend or room mate.  It always feels better when you get things out into the open!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Simon Cowell talks to TV Guide about Adam Lambert’s sexuality and chances for stardom

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Jeans with a Blazer

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Barbara Lee: "Too Many Hate Crimes Against Gay Black Men"

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Flo Rida Shoots "Sugar" Music Video on SouthBeach 

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ABC News on Carl Joseph Walker-Hoover and  Anti-Gay Bullying

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Jada Pinkett Smith on Gay and Open Marriage Rumors

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Sweden Becomes Seventh Nation to Allow Gay Marriage

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Great Skin: 25 Doctor Recommended Facial Products- Affordable and Expensive

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Tyson Beckford Loves the Gays

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7 Foods to Sooth Stress

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Colors of Spring Fashion

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                                                                                      The gay Latino community has a new friend in Kat DeLuna. 
Finishing up her 9 city gay club tour with Club Papi, Kat has proven to
be a true ally of the gay community.  Her tour began in San Francisco
and went on to Miami, Dallas, Chicago, San Diego, Los Angeles, Puerto
Vallarta and Atlanta.  Your boy Cisco was along for the ride
and let me tell you, Kat knows how to put on a show.  This isn’t her
first appearance with Club Papi however.  She appeared at San
Francisco’s gay pride 2008 and made a few random club appearances but
has never embarked on such a busy schedule with Club Papi.   Kat really
wanted to reach out to her gay audience and give the gay community the
love and respect they deserve.  Being a Latina, Club Papi was a perfect fit.



After each performance, she happily signed autographs and posed for pictures. 
Seems Kat learned a thing or two about gay culture, stating she now
understands what “tops” and “bottoms” are.  She was even spotted rockin
the American Apparel sweatshirt that reads, “Legalize Gay.”  Way to go Kat!
Her show included her number one hit, “Whine up” as well as “Run the Show,” “Unstoppable,” featuring Lil Wayne and a special remix of Akon’s, “Na Na Na.”



She performed a few other songs including her latest joint, “Calling you.”  Both “Unstoppable” and “Calling You” can be found on the Confessions of  a Shopaholic Soundtrack.



Kat has really grown as a performer since last year’s Club Papi’s events. 
Her show is much more polished, incorporating two amazing back up
dancers, hotter outfits, bigger hair, higher heels and a bundle of
pumping energy that is undeniably Kat DeLuna.  She has definitely
stepped up her game and the Club Papi crowd ate it up!  Kat has no
where to go from here but up!  It is invaluable to have mainstream
artists like her that show love and support for the gay community.  We
wish you the best of luck in your career and consider you a true friend
of the community! Stay unstoppable, Ma!





 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


Click Here for the Photos from the tour


Click here for the exclusive San Diego Airport interview with Lola


Click here for the exclusive Kat DeLuna Interview- What does she really think of her gay fans?


 

It's that time of year again.  Time
to celebrate the love of your life, time to reflect back on past loves
and look forward to where your love life is headed.  As if we needed a
day to tell us to love one another, February 14th is the official day
of love.  The love between two men is no different than the love
between a man and a woman- it is still love.  How we get there and
achieve it is entirely different.  This year for Valentine's Day, YOCISCO.com
examines the love between two men- be it sex, relationships or dating. 
So weather you are single, commited or anything in between, YOCISCO.com celebrates love and all its forms by taking a look at the love we share with one another as gay men.

Cisco's Commentary:
Finding Love
When it really comes down to it, we all just want to be
loved.  No matter how independent we think we are, we still have a natural human instinct that longs for companionship.  With gay men, finding that certain someone is especially complicated....                                                 




 






 

 




6 Ways to Better Sex
Factors that can impact your libido






 





Cum-munication
Should I talk during sex?





 








Great Anal Sex
Improving the Experience



 













Romantic Love
A Basic Human Need


 


 





  

What Type of Lover are You? Reflecting on how you love and how others might love




 


 





Your First-Date Do's and Don't's 

 

 

  


Why Am I Still Single?

How to Increase Your Odds of Finding True Love

 

Sex and the Single Gay Guy

To Have Sex or Not To Have Sex, That is the Question

The rainbow flag is undoubtedly the universal symbol for the gay community, a symbol that reminds us that gay people originate from every culture, race and walk of life around the world; however, some of us within the community have forgotten that meaning. African-Americans as well as gay African-Americans have become the scapegoat due to the passage of Proposition 8, which banned gay marriage in California. Some gay Blacks have reported being threatened and even harassed by their fellow gay counterparts.  There have even been alleged reports that gay blacks were being called the “N” word by gay whites at the recent protests in West Hollywood.  There should be no tolerance for such behavior; however, there is a growing sentiment within the gay community that blames the black community for taking away gay rights.  Is this a valid claim by LGBT individuals or does this expose the issue of racism already entrenched within the gay community?

Click Here for Cisco's full commentary

 

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The Buzz- Experiences from people within the Community

The big pink elephant in the room is raging and making more noise than ever.  Here is what a few influential people in the community are saying about the topic of racism within the LGBT Community.

Comments from: 

Writer/Poet, Emanuel Xavier

Photographer, Kurt R. Brown

Radio show host, DJ Baker

Activist/Wrier, Darian Aaron

Model/Dancer, Cisco

 

Click here for full story

 

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Experiences of racism from the gay Asian point of view.

The gay community has one the of the most diverse population. Ranging from Caucasians to Asians, African Americans to Latinos, and Christians to Atheist. It has every category imaginable under the sun, all of them sharing a common thread. In addition, with all the prejudice that homosexuals face in society, you would think that this group would be one of the most open minded. Unfortunately this is not the case. The gay community still suffers from one of the oldest forms of discrimination; racism.

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The following comments were taken from Allhiphop.com, a straight Hip Hop oriented website.  Allhiphop.com recently posted an article about gay rappers and the comments below were posted by numerous Allhiphop.com readers. The purpose of posting these comments is to show the attitudes GLBT Blacks and Latinos are up against in our own communities.  All straight communities have their hang ups but minority communities especially have some terribly tragic views when it comes to homosexuality.  These comments are exactly the reason the GLBT community needs to unify all races under one common ground and also reach out to GLBT communities of color.  Warning: These comments are graphic and insulting. They are being posted to remind us of our need to unify, educate and reach out to all communities.

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Send in the Troops- A call to action editorial submitted by YOCISCO.com viewer, Mike Singleton

African-Americans have been demonized in Nixon's "war against crime" speeches, Reagan's contemptuous "welfare queens" propaganda, and George H. Bush's "Willy Horton parolee" fear mongering.  George W. Bush added a new spin to the southern strategy, by welcoming gay people to the wedge with the "sanctity of marriage" theme.  It got him re-elected.

Barack Obama held these wedge themes up to the sunlight of truth, and called for America to unite as one people.  Yet in the GBLT community continues publishing magazines that do not celebrate the diversity of the gay experience.  The very lovely communities of West Hollywood and Chelsea, emphasize racial similarities in their  non-inclusive bars, restaurants, and businesses.  On Pride Day, many march down streets with a rainbow flag, a symbol that has never reflected the reality of our community.

 

 

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Famous Quote:

I have always known since becoming more involved in LGBT issues that there was an underlying racism and elitism existing within LGBT activism and the community itself. I say this because I'm born and raised in Atlanta, GA which is within the traditional Rural South of the USA (The Good Ole Confederate states), and based on the images and presentation shown in the Media about LGBT life, which is mostly European-Caucasian based images

Click here for full commentary

Her first hit "Whine Up" shot to the top of charts nationwide in 2007 and now 21 year old Kat De Luna is back with a sophomore album hoping yet again to hit a nigh note with audiences and critics worldwide. Ms. DeLuna will showcase her talent for a number of cities in February as she joins Club Papi on her first gay tour of the year. The Dominicana will be singing her #1 club hits Whine Up; Run the Show along with a remix of Akon’s Right Now (Na Na Na). “Get ready, especially for all those drag queens that imitate me. Bring out the wigs and the heels,” says the five foot four Latina.  Kat dishes with me about the new album, what she really thinks about her gay fans and how she stays out of trouble.

 

 

 

 

 

Club Papi- The Kat De Luna Tour

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Dates and info

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weekly Horoscope January 10- January 16

Click here for YOCISCO Online Astrology

 

 

 

 

The Good Stuff That's In Organics

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Study Finds Polls Exaggerated Black Support for Prop 8

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Noah's Arc Receives 2 NAACP Image Award Nominations

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Building a Bolder Shoulder

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British Football Stars to Tape Anti-Homophobia Video

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Simply Beautiful Skin- Guide to Laser Skincare Treatments

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Another Great Depression?

Click here for full story

 

 

 

 

 

 

Larry Craig Drops Appeal of Bathroom Sex Sting Conviction

Click here for full story

 

 

 

 

Recording Artist, Ne-Yo Addresses Gay Rumors

Click here for full story

 

 

 

 

 

Fighting Divas: Beyonce and Janet

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Vary Your Strength Training Routine

 

 

 

It is important to vary your strength training routine when the goal is to tone and firm up. This will serve a dual purpose. First, performing a variety of exercises will help the body make changes more rapidly. Muscles can get used to performing the same motion or exercise, which, in turn, will cause them not to work as hard or effectively.

Secondly, variety will help prevent boredom and keep you interested and motivated with your workout routine. Try different combinations of exercises and experiment with new machines. And as always, ask a personal trainer or staff member for questions about proper form or to solicit ideas.

New on YOCISCO.com

The movie, "Milk," released last month is a must see for every American who enjoys the privileges and rights of citizenship in this country.  I recently saw the movie at the only Denver theatre showing the film.  Although it stars "A" list Hollywood actor, Sean Penn as Harvey Milk, the film is primarily showing at movie houses that carry independent films.

The film tells the story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay person to be elected to public office.  Milk not only represented the LGBT community in San Francisco, he fought for them, believed in them and organized them.  

The film is set in the Castro neighborhood of San Francisco and tells how the neighborhood came about.  The Castro neighborhood is San Francisco's gay village and is concentrated in the business district on Castro Street from Market to 19th. It's amazing to learn the history of the Castro and the struggle and activism that was born there.  While most of us know the Castro for its countless bars, clubs, underwear stores and restaurants, most of us are unaware of the history that has preceded our Castro street shopping sprees, upscale café lunches and drunken post-club tirades.  

The film, although an account of incidents that occurred over 30 years ago, strangely echoes the challenges and issues we are still facing today.  The lessons learned from the accomplishments of Harvey Milk have still not been embodied by the new LGBT generation.  Milk and the LGBT community were fighting against Proposition 6 back then, a proposal to terminate all openly gay and lesbian school teachers and their supporters.  The Proposition was sponsored and promoted by religious organizations, claiming that homosexuality was a threat to school systems, children and the great society at large.  Sound familiar?  

Milk was successful in his political career because he not only organized the LGBT population in San Francisco but also reached out to other communities.  He encouraged pride and activism in his community to demonstrate that homosexuals were not a group to be stepped on or overlooked and to show that LGBT were present in every neighborhood, occupation, race and walk of life imaginable.  

It's sad that the lessons learned from the past are still not embedded in the way we move forward as an LGBT community.  Voter approvals of California's Proposition 8 as well as other anti-gay legislation are a case in point.  Milk encouraged gays and lesbians across the US to come out of the closet and proclaim their sexuality.  He reasoned that if straight people personally knew a gay or lesbian, they would be less likely to vote against them.  He also reached out to other communities such as women, seniors and minorities to show a demonstration of good will and looked to gain support for LGBT issues. The fight against Proposition 8 was lost because of a lack of organization and a refusal to reach out to other communities, especially minority communities.  In fact, Prop 8 backlash was directed at minority LGBT, African-Americans in particular.

Although it seems the lessons learned in the 1970's have been lost, hopefully the release of the film, "Milk" will re-introduce the lessons learned thirty years ago to the new generation of activists.  We are at a crossroads in the fight for our equality and our civil rights.  Looking back to the successes and lessons of the past will help us advance forward and achieve equality in the future.

 12/5/2008

Vallarta Fever has become one of the biggest gay weekends in Mexico.  Men come from all over the world to enjoy the amazing beaches, tropical weather and beautiful boys.  Over the Thanksgiving weekend, your boy Cisco and the rest of the "A" Team were in attendance to entertain the crowd as the "eye candy" for the weekend.  

Our nights were spent on the box at Club Manana and our days were spent lounging on the beach.  Not a bad way to spend Thanksgiving.  Check out the pics and exclusive video from Vallarta Fever weekend 2008.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you're anything like me, you have a soft spot for chocolate muscles.  In fact, its my weakness. The most recent addition to the Cisco's Boyz Models brings as much cocoa-flavored sweetness as you can handle.  His name is Ayses and I'm sure you'll agree, his physique is nothing short of mouth watering.

I met Ayses a few years ago while I was in Las Vegas.  He is an intense, strong black man who is always down to show off his assets but can hold an intelligent conversation that stimulates both body and mind.  In case you are wondering, yes Ayses and I did date at one point. We still remain good friends to this day.

At 33, this Papi is a successful business banker and a father.  Not only does he look good, and talk a good game, he can most definitely back it up.  But shhh, you didn't hear it from me…..Ayses aspires to be a top fitness model and isn't shy in front of the camera.

After seeing these pics, you might suddenly get a craving for anything long, hard and chocolate covered.  All I can say is reach for the King Sized Snickers. Lol.

Enjoy!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lady Gaga and Quest on Ellen DeGeneres

 

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Stepping ahead- Whats hot in Mens Footwear

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A Sweet Treat that's good for your smile

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"Ex-Gay" Charlene Cothran

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Sasha is Fierce! Thierry Mugler to Design Beyonce World Tour

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Atty General Nominee Eric Holder Praised by Gay Rights Groups

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GLBT Historical Society - MILK

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Weekly Horoscope December 6- December 12

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Invest in Strength Training and See Your Metabolism Increase

 

 

      
Financial experts speak of "letting your money work for you" - investing your savings so they earn money on their own, without additional labor or effort on your part.

You can look at weight management in a similar way. Sure, you'll burn calories when working out. But you also want your body to burn calories at the highest possible rate even when you're NOT exercising - when you're at sitting at your desk, relaxing at home, even sleeping.

It's called your resting metabolic rate (RMR), and you CAN increase it.

One of the surest ways is by building more muscle mass through strength training. Muscle can burn 3-5 times more calories than fat does. So the more muscle you have, the more calories you'll burn. Even when you're staying perfectly still.

And you don't need to invest much time. Working with weights for as little as 20 minutes two to three days a week can be enough to crank up your RMR over time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Club Papi Tijuana- New Years Eve 09

December 31-CISCO TO ATTEND

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