My Secret to Success

During interviews and in my personal life, I am often asked, "Jay, what is your secret to success?" To this I reply, "Faith." I know and fully trust that God has a clear path for me to follow. All I need to do is have faith by following that path without question.

A reporter once asked famous film director Steven Spielberg, "What is your secret to success?" Steven replied (and I will paraphrase), "I'm a good listener. I try to always listen to that tiny voice inside that directs me through life." Steven is a wise man and it has paid off: he is the most famous and successful movie director of all time. His movies have grossed over $8 billion worldwide and his net worth is around $3 billion. Steven's secret is also my secret, and I believe it can be everyone's secret. "Walk in faith by listening to the small voice inside of you. It is God speaking to you."

If you make it a habit, regular deep breathing can:
 

• Increase oxygen flow to your cells. When your cells are nourished with extra oxygen, they become more efficient, leading to an increase in your metabolic rate. Since the rate of your metabolism controls the rate at which your body is burning fat, breathing deeply can actually help you lose weight.
   
• Benefit asthma sufferers. If you suffer from asthma, making it a habit to breathe air deeply into your lungs on a regular basis can reduce the shortness of breath your condition makes you experience. Yoga and Pilates both use deep breathing techniques, and some asthmatics have successfully used them to control attacks. ⁱⁱ
   
• Release endorphins into your system. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, deep breathing exercises are important for maintaining mental health. Breathing deeply increases oxygen flow to your blood and causes your body to release endorphins (natural hormones) which promote a feeling of relaxation and leave you feeling relaxed. ⁱⁱⁱ
   
• Help lower your blood pressure. Studies show that high blood pressure is associated with a fast rate of breathing. When you practice slowing your breathing rate, you can slow your heart rate and you can lower high blood pressure. ^iv
   
• Reduce stress and anxiety. If you struggle with anxiety, you may have a tendency to take shallow breaths from your chest, which can lead to hyperventilation. If your chest and/or shoulders move when you breathe, you are breathing from your chest. Deep breathing means learning to pull air deep into your stomach, not your chest. When practiced regularly, breathing deeply can prevent anxiety and anxiety attacks by clearing your mind and body of extra stress. ^v

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JayTip #2

YOU CAN HAVE AMAZING ABS!
 

Do you wish you had the lean, toned abs you see on fitness magazine models? Do you do crunches religiously, but fail to see your stomach improve? You're not alone. Most Americans would like a tighter midsection, but find it difficult to figure out how to get those perfect abs. But toned abdominal muscles have a more important purpose than simply looking great.
Strong, fit abdominal muscles have many health benefits, because they are part of your core body strength. They prevent pain or injury to the back and neck, and support your body to keep it well-balanced. Your core, which includes your abs, hips, and lower back, is the root of all other movement. If your core is weak, your body is weak and liable to injury. The core stabilizes the spine, so a strong core is important for nearly all movements.

• Start small: Don't overwhelm yourself by making a huge change in your lifestyle all at once. Start small—try eliminating dessert, adding 10 or 20 crunches to your before-bed routine, or refraining from eating after 7 pm. The results you can see from starting small can become the motivation you need to make bigger changes, like starting a more serious diet, hiring a professional trainer, and ramping up your exercise routine.
   
• Watch your diet: Whether you want visible "six-pack" abs or you just want a stronger midsection, the first thing you must do is change your diet. Diet is a key component of any shaping-up program. Many people have stomach muscles hidden beneath layers of fat or flab. Watch the inches come off your waist when you change the way you eat. To help your abs show, follow my fat burning diet principles for carb control.
   
• Focus on form: Instead of doing crunches by the hundreds, focus on doing them slowly, with perfect form. Your body will get a better workout than if you had done a lot of reps without worrying about proper form. If you're not certain whether you're doing it right, ask someone else at your gym, or set up a session with a personal trainer.
   
• Get professional help: You don't need to use a professional every day, but when you begin a new exercise plan, it's a good idea to start by spending an hour or two with a personal trainer. Expert advice can help you feel certain that you are getting the most benefit out of a routine and that you are using proper form. Your trainer will also be able to suggest more specific exercises that will target the areas you need to develop. For best results, meet up again after a few months so you can get a few more pointers and measure your progress!
   
• Buddy up! Getting support from friends is always a motivation to stick with your diet and exercise routines, but a friend who is willing to go the distance with you? Now that's a real friend. For a little extra motivation, find someone who is willing to stick with a diet and exercise program with you. Meet up with your buddy at the gym, go for walks at lunch with a co-worker, or simply keep in touch by phone to help each other stay on track.
  
   
• TIP! For more information on how to have the fit, fantastic body you always dreamed of, read my books 25 Fitness Secrets the Experts Never Told You and The Fat Burning Diet Made Easy.  Both are available as eBooks for $5 each at www.jayrobb.com. 
   

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JayTip #3

CHOLESTEROL: THE WRONG ENEMY
 

If you are used to thinking of cholesterol as an enemy, lying in wait to afflict you with heart disease, you are not alone. Many Americans believe that cholesterol is the cause of arthrosclerosis and heart disease, and think that they should do all they can to lower their cholesterol levels, but this perspective is not entirely accurate. Cholesterol is actually essential! In fact, it plays a vital role in regulating your body's hormone production. Studies show that 60-70 percent of all cholesterol in your blood does not come from your diet. Instead, the liver produces it as it processes carbohydrate, which explains why a diet high in refined carbohydrate can lead to excessively high levels of cholesterol in your body.

Cholesterol itself does not cause heart disease. In the 1990s, Dr. Matthias Rath discovered the connection between vitamin C and heart disease,

finding that when cell walls are deficient in vitamin C, they tend to crack and tear. Cholesterol repairs these lesions caused by vitamin C deficiency. Thick cholesterol build-up is merely a patch covering leaky artery walls.  The real problem is vitamin C deficiency.  In reality, making sure you get plenty of vitamin C is the best way to combat heart disease. ^vi  To truly improve your mind, you must make a conscious effort to make healthy choices that will challenge your brain and improve your memory.

To benefit your heart and reduce your risk of heart disease:

• Take vitamin C: A deficiency of vitamin C in your body can lead to heart disease, according to the latest research. With this understanding in mind, as a clinical nutritionist, I advocate taking 1000 mg of vitamin C taken three times daily with meals, to keep the cell walls in your body strong and lesion-free. ^vii
   
• Take L-Lysine: Lysine is an essential amino acid that is responsible for tissue growth and strength, as well as producing enzymes and fighting viral infections. If you supplement your diet with vitamin C and lysine, you can significantly improve the health of your body's tissues and cells. As a clinical nutritionist, I recommend that you supplement with 600 mg of lysine, twice daily with meals. Add lysine to your diet and reduce your risk of heart disease and arthrosclerosis! ^viii
   
• TIP! Visit your local health food store to find the lysine supplements you are looking for. You can also visit my website to find my Free Form L-Lysine for immune support!
   
• Watch your diet: Diet is a huge part of your overall health and well-being. Even though high cholesterol is not the cause of heart disease, regulating your cholesterol so that it does not reach high levels is a wise choice. To do this, try following the diet guidelines in my simple new book The Fat Burning Diet Made Easy.
   
• Get more sunlight! Far from being a dangerous cause of skin cancer, moderate, regular sunbathing is good for you, and can actually reduce your cholesterol. When the sunlight strikes your skin, cholesterol is converted into beneficial vitamin D in your body. To break down cholesterol in your body, spend at least thirty to sixty minutes per day sunbathing, and watch your cholesterol levels improve dramatically! ^ix
  
  
   

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I have three exciting new books out right now! Keep reading and discover the secrets you've always wanted to know about how to be fit, happy, and fulfilled.

This Month's Featured New Release:

	Lose Up To 20 lbs in 30 Days! The Fat Burning Diet Made Easy—Do you feel like you're starving whenever you're on a diet? Do you get confused by dieting plans that are too difficult to follow? Do you want to find a simple way to lose weight and keep it off forever? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you may want to try my new Fat Burning Diet Made Easy. This brand new 48 page book is an easy-to-read condensed revision of my original bestseller, The Fat Burning Diet! I've improved the program and made it super easy to follow!  The Fat Burning Diet Made Easy is a carb-cycling program based on nutrition and physiology. It is specifically designed to keep your body at maximum efficiency, burning fat for 12 hours a day. When you read this book, you will discover how easy it is to lose weight if you eat at the right times. Don't worry about starving on this diet—only a few foods are on the no-no list, snacks are optional, and once a week you get to eat whatever you want! If you want a simple, fool-proof program that can help you lose weight for life, try my new Fat Burning Diet Made Easy. It's easy to use and full of practical tips. Best of all, you can stick with it for life! Read The Fat Burning Diet Made Easy and find out how it is now simpler than ever to lose weight, feel great, and stay in shape for life—without feeling deprived! $5.00 48 page eBook ready to download to your computer today.
	Discover Jay Robb's Secret to Success! High on Life—Discover the secret that helped Jay Robb build a multimillion-dollar nutrition empire, find true love, and achieve an outstanding level of health and fitness! High on Life offers you ten crucial keys to help you turn your dreams into reality! Order your copy now at www.JayRobb.com! $5.00 48 page eBook ready to download to your computer today.
	Beat Stress Now! Be Still—Do you feel restless? Is your life stressful and out of control? Do you wish you had peace of mind? Do you wish you had a better, more fulfilling life? Stop wishing and start realizing your full potential NOW! In my brand new book, Be Still, you will learn how to let go of all your troubles and anxieties. Discover how to realize peace of mind and thus kiss all your problems goodbye! Get a copy of Be Still now to beat stress and discover the true meaning of life. $5.00 48 page eBook ready to download to your computer today.

How to get in shape in only two hours a week! Q: I can only get to the gym 2 days a week for about an hour each day. Is that enough time in the gym to get in shape? A:  The answer to your question depends on what kind of shape you wish to achieve. In general, you can get in great shape only training two days per week if you will train hard and train properly, BUT you must combine this with a wholesome diet (such as my Fat Burning Diet Made Easy) that melts fat while feeding your muscles. I also suggest that on the two days you are in the gym you perform a full-body workout along with at least 15 minutes of cardiovascular training. Two days per week is not enough to radically boost your aerobic capacity, but it is enough to get you moderately fit and firm if you are a woman, and fit, strong, and muscular if you are a man. Keep in mind your DIET is what keeps your body fat levels low, not your exercise program. The purpose of training in the gym is to get fit. The purpose of eating properly is to get lean. Do not confuse the two.

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