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New Politics – “Yeah Yeah Yeah”

Sep24
by Matt Bible on September 24, 2013 at 2:06 pm
Posted In: Music, Rock
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OK, so this NOT a new song. It’s new to me as well as most of you. I’m sure you’ve heard the catchy, pop-punk influenced single, “Harlem”, which has been pretty much everywhere!

This song, “Yeah Yeah Yeah” from their debut album, New Politics, is a lot different than “Harlem”.  “Yeah Yeah Yeah” has hip-hop verses with Rage Against the Machine and Beastie Boys influences.  The fast melody in the chorus wouldn’t sound out of place on a Weezer album.  In fact, a good deal of their debut album has the hip-hop influence, a stark contrast from their latest album, A Bad Girl in Harlem.  I definitely was not expecting to hear the hip-hop sound, but it made me want to dive deeper into their catalog.  Here is the video for “Yeah Yeah Yeah”.

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My Fitness History (good and bad) + HOW I CAN HELP YOU!

Sep23
by Matt Bible on September 23, 2013 at 10:11 pm
Posted In: Fitness
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mattmalibu1I would like to introduce you to my own personal experience in health and fitness.  I was never really athletically gifted.  In fact, I was picked last in gym class quite a bit.  Instead of letting those years of downfalls get the best of me, they prompted me to aspire and prove people wrong.  I did have one athletic inclination I knew about around the time of middle school, and that was running.  I was a fast runner, but not a sprinter.  I did not make the track team, because it was only based on 100M and 200M dashes.  However, in gym class, I finished in first place every time we ran the 1 mile run.  Nobody could figure out how, even myself.  I ended up pursuing cross-country and long distance track in high school.  I finished last place in my first 5K race because I ran way too fast for my first mile, not knowing how to pace myself.  However, I improved greatly freshman year, and eventually became one of the top runners in Western Pennsylvania, with my crowning achievement being that I ran 4:50 in the 1600M at an invitational.  I learned speed techniques, proper frontside and backside mechanics, stretches, core workouts, as well as the importance of warm ups and cool downs.  It took an IT band injury to help me realize I ALWAYS needed to warm up and cool down.  I was at the same height I am now, 5’8, and I was around 115 pounds.  Yes, my arms were about as skinny as my wrists.

I decided not to pursue long distance running when I began my time at Penn State.  Instead, I opted for a weight training routine.  I took a great weight training class for gym my freshman year of college.  It taught me the basics for resistance training with each major muscle group.  For the first time, I was starting to develop muscles, and you can bet anything I was getting excited.   I continued working out at the local YMCA, but instead of just running on the indoor track and swimming, I began using the weight equipment.  At times, I did feel intimidated by the meat head crowd, since I was benching about 85 pounds, and many of them were putting up 250 – 350 pounds.  I’ll never forget when I first benched 135 pounds, and felt accomplished because I could finally lift the bar with 45 pound weights on each side.  I pretty much maintained a slow gain my first two years of school.



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Then, I transferred to Penn State’s main campus from their Beaver campus.  I started going at odd times of the day since there were lines to get into the gym between 4 and 7 PM.  Then, I began to slip up.  I stopped doing cardio workouts.  I only lifted weights a couple times a week.  I began eating a terrible diet.  I overate everyday at the school cafeterias since they were set up in a buffet style and I could not control myself.  I also began partying pretty much on any day that ended in a “Y”.  My alcohol tolerance increased, allowing me to consume lots more beers and shots than I used to be able to do.  Along with that, my stomach and my weight increased.  I started off my first semester at Penn State’s main campus at 150 pounds.  I ended the semester at 190 pounds.  Sure, I got a little stronger, because I didn’t completely stop working out, but little did I know I was opening myself up to injuries and postural imbalances.  I was barely working out my core, and I had no endurance.  I was always hungover, and I had that feeling like I was “washed up” at age 21.  I was not obese by any stretch of the imagination, and some of my friends will say I carried my extra weight pretty well.  However, I wore baggy clothes to partly not show how heavy I was.  I wore a shirt when I went to an indoor pool.  I also was afraid to return home and run into people who would then say, “Wow, Matt went from a cross country runner to this?”.  Emotionally, my weight was really starting to get to me.  I knew I had to do something.  I wanted to lose weight, but I had no idea how.  I knew with a family history of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes, if I did not do something, I would suffer the same fate.

So, I came back from break and it was also a new year.  I stood in line with the other resolution folks in hopes to lose weight.  I did change a few things in my lifestyle.  I quit eating greasy foods and limited my sugary desserts.  I went to the gym four days a week, and jogged 2 – 3 miles on the treadmill for two of those days.  I didn’t party as much, but when I did, I would still consume about 2,000 liquid calories per night at least three times a week.  I was under the misconception that if you eat a low fat diet, you would lose weight.  I started eating baked lays chips, but I ate half the bag in one sitting.  I still ate way too many simple carbohydrates that did not fill me up.  I still consumed more calories that I expended.  I did not gain anymore weight that second semester, but I did not lose any weight either.  The only thing that improved was my strength and my ability to run further again.  I often walked instead of opting for the bus unless it was really cold outside.

However, that following summer, I went back to Cedar Point Amusement Park to work for my second summer.  During the summer I typically worked 12 – 14 hours a day, six days a week.  I joined a gym about two miles from the dorms I lived in.  I had no car, but I was determined to stay in shape all summer.  The park shuttles did not go out there, so there was only one option on how I got to the gym.  I ran to the gym.  Then, I did my workout.  Then, I ran two miles back.  I did that routine four days a week.  I slept maybe four hours a night most of that summer.  While I worked those long hours outside, food barely crossed my mind.  I wanted to lose 15 – 20 pounds that summer.  However, I lost 20 pounds in my first three weeks there.  I was eating a dangerously low estimate of 800-1000 calories a day.  I relied on No-Doz to get my through my fatigue, although it is not recommended to consume the amount of caffeine I did on a daily basis.  Overall, I dropped 45 pounds that summer.  I weighed 145 pounds after my summer employment was done.   I was so happy to lose the weight, but I looked anorexic.  An average person should lose two to three pounds a week.  I consumed far less calories than I expended, causing the rapid weight loss.  However, I wanted to only pack on lean muscle to get my first ever six pack, not counting the six packs of Natty Ice I consumed on a regular basis.

From there, I have fined tuned my diet.  I learned about all the things I was doing wrong.  I only opted for whole grain bread (now I only eat the Ezekiel low glycemic bread), I cut sodas completely from my diet, I cut alcohol to only where it’s a treat, I eat plenty of fruits and vegetables every day (They fill you up very quickly).  I eat lean meats, and I often opt for a vegetarian diet with Pea Protein as my main protein source for my post-workout.  I do not count calories, but I have a great estimate of where I am at on a daily basis.  I eat whole foods to keep me fuller for a longer amount of time for far less calories.  My exercise routines are pretty vigorous for at least four of the five or six days I work out per week.  Diet is so important.  Calories are not “calories” as some people say.  300 calories of vegetables and lean protein will fill you up way more than 300 calories from sodas or processed foods, causing you to eat well over 300 calories.

I have also dealt with serious injuries.  I dealt with a nagging lower back injury for almost two years.  It was very painful and it set me back professionally and physically.  Quitting your workout is not an option.  I got medical clearance and I adopted a flexibility routine, a core routine, a balance routine, and a high rep resistance training routine. For the first time, I had a core (not just six pack abs), which enabled me to put up greater amounts of weight in a shorter amount of time.  I currently bench 240 pounds, I weigh 155 pounds, I can do 15-20 pull ups in one set, I can do 75 dips in one set, and my cardiovascular efficiency is almost as good as it was during my active long distance running competition.

With my personal experience, setbacks, and triumphs in the world of fitness, along with my NASM CPT Certification, and my passion in the fitness industry, I look forward to helping people be in the best shape of their lives, which has so many positive effects beyond having a great looking body.  I also look forward to helping people prevent injuries caused in a lot of instances, by YOUR WORKPLACE!  Your body cannot wait until next month or next year, being healthy is critical now.  It doesn’t matter if you’re 42 or 22.  Do you want to be Chuck Norris’ s age and still be in better shape than most people half your age?   Your road can begin with me today! For fitness inquiries, contact me at mattbiblefitness@gmail.com.

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I am now officially certified as a personal trainer!

Sep21
by Matt Bible on September 21, 2013 at 2:09 pm
Posted In: Fitness, Fitness Blog
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I finally passed my NASM CPT Exam! I took the exam yesterday in
Tysons Corner, VA
. After three heart pumping minutes between answering the last question and finding out my results, I saw the computer screen in the front office of the proctoring classroom say the word “pass” next to my exam result. I didn’t say anything until the proctor made it official. The exam was not a walk in the park at all. You do have to be pretty in depth with your studies since many of the questions were comprehension of the material you learned. I am so relieved that part is finally over. Now, I can go back to having some sort of freedom again! I have some big plans in the next few weeks. I am getting everything together, and I cannot wait to start training my first client.

Learning, however, will never stop. I strive to be one of the best in the industry, so it’s going to take a lot of knowledge and dedication. I will also regularly make posts on here with my new fitness section. Some posts will be helpful hints and strategies anyone can use. Some posts will be feel good stories of my clients or people I know in general. Other posts will dig from my own personal experience. I’m ready for this new journey, and I couldn’t be happier. Let’s help make the world healthier and fight this obesity epidemic.



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EMINEM – “BERSERK”

Aug27
by Matt Bible on August 27, 2013 at 9:03 pm
Posted In: Hip-Hop, Music
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Eminem has just released his new single, “Berserk” from the MMLP2, coming November 5th! You probably already know since the YouTube video had over 1 million views since this morning. This Beastie Boys’ influenced track takes Eminem back to the old school influences he grew up on and a little of the Slim Shady persona. This one is heavily rock influenced like many Beastie Boys songs. I’m looking forward to the album, especially with Dr. Dre and Rick Rubin (Who has had a quite a triumphant return back to hip-hop this year) producing it. There’s some witty lyrics in the song and overall, Eminem’s having fun again!







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Sean Reyes – “Just Another” (Official Video + Fan Reviews) Rehash from last year!

Aug21
by Matt Bible on August 21, 2013 at 4:54 am
Posted In: Music, Rock
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Already known for his vocal chops in the acoustic singer-songwriter world as heard on his first single,

“All I Ever Need”, Sean Reyes has already made Malibu, CA sized waves on independent radio stations and awards ceremonies. On the second single off of his upcoming album Know Thyself, Sean Reyes turns up the distortion and channels his punk rock influences. I was excited to hear this song since artists like Green Day, Blink 182, The Offspring, and Dashboard Confessional (whom Sean gladly states as an influence) took me through many middle school, high school, and college memories. The video itself is very well done, and has a story to it. It carries a message many men can relate to. In the video and just within Sean’s lyrics, there is a woman who says all the right things, acts like she cares, but takes advantage of his emotions.  She stands Sean up, only to realize the men she stands him up for are complete losers.   Sean, not wanting to let go for a while, held onto a sliver of hope, until he could not take the games anymore.  The ending of this video says it all!

With over 41,000 views in just a week for this video, I can really see this song  help to propel Sean Reyes to the next level.  In fact, I feel it is great, since this song can reach out to a different crowd that may not have discovered his singer-songwriter material, but may be drawn to it after wanting to discover more of his music.   You can view more facts about the video and song in this article:

http://music-musicians.knoji.com/singersongwriter-sean-reyes-channels-punk-rock-roots-for-second-single-just-another/

Check out the video below, and after you watch it, enjoy some of the fan reviews I have gathered for Sean Reyes. Make your own, and be featured on this article as well!

 

The song definitely has a Dashboard Confessional feel to it. It reminded me of the skate punk style of rock that you don’t hear anymore, which makes the song refreshing when put up against the music of today that all sounds the same and is unoriginal.

– Laura R. – Philadelphia, PA

Alrighty, I just finished getting to listen to the entire song. I replayed it a couple of times because the voice tone and style sounded familiar, but I couldn’t peg it. Then it hit me–he has a very similar tone/style to Good Charlotte! The song was very catchy and video was AWESOME! In a couple of places, the voice came off a bit pitchy, but to be honest I think that might be for added emphasis. 8 out of 10 :)

– Amy R. – Pittsburgh, PA

I would say its not something I would regularly listen to but I could hear it getting radio play. Maybe a new Weezer, Jimmy Eat World Sum 41 type feel that would be good for an audience that is into those types of bands. Or Good Charlotte fans would also fall into that genre. It’sdefinitely something I could see getting somewhere.

-Lacy T. – State College, PA

I really liked the song. Very catchy and something I’d listen to/ buy a cd. The video threw me off. The look was more alternative rockish. I was expecting a more punk look.

-Jen L. – Peach Creek, WV

Hey man that is good stuff. Great band great voice! I would go see them if they were in Michigan.

-Craig W. – Detroit, MI

It’s definitely catchy. It doesn’t sound very complex in the rhythm but smooth and probably would catch on fairly easy. The video is pretty funny too. All in all good stuff.

-Kari L. – Uhrichsville, OH

Anyways I watched the video and I have to say I like the song it has a good flow to it. The video also flows along well with the song. Definitely could be an artist on the rise as is very talented.

-Dirk K. – Germantown, MD

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