Why Do We ExerciseIn this article we're going to focus on REASONS TO EXERCISE. Even though most of us know that regular exercise is 'good for us', we may not be able to give the specific reasons WHY exercise is good for us.
We Can Do ItLet's face it, from time to time we ALL become discouraged by our fitness progress. The weight isn't coming off as fast as we expected.....we haven't been in to the gym for almost an entire week.....we 'caved' and had two donuts at the office this morning. We've all been there!
Trans Fat: Friend Or FoeThe United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued new Dietary Guidelines for Americans. While we're thankful that the government is working to keep us safe, we're a little disappointed that the new dietary rules don't go far enough in advising people to stay away from one particularly dangerous type of fat: trans fat.
Timing Is Everything - Part 3In this series of articles we're examining the TIMING of fitness. We've already looked at WHEN to eat for minimum fat storage, and also WHEN to exercise for maximum fat loss.
Timing Is Everything - Part 2We've all heard the popular addage 'Timing is everything'. As passe as cliches may be, we can't argue with the accuracy of this phrase. It holds true in almost every aspect of our lives - business, relationships, family and even exercise.
Timing Is Everything - Part 1When you're on the road to life-long fitness, the two most critical variables to control are EXERCISE and NUTRITION. Some fitness experts argue that true fitness is 50% REGULAR exercise and 50% nutrition. Others in the field believe that it's more of an 80/20 split.....80% nutrition and 20% exercise. Either way, there's virtually nobody out there contradicting the basic truth that regular exercise
There Are No Forbidden Holiday FoodsMost of those 'extra' holiday calories don't come from super-high-fat foods, either, and that's our topic for today. Most of those extra holiday calories come from the 2nd, 3rd and 4th helpings! See, it's not so much that the holidays are full of hyper-caloric foods, but it's that we tend to ignore portion sizes during the holidays.
Skinny Fat PeopleYou've seen it on the TV commericals: before and after pictures of people who 'lost weight' by simply taking a pill. The local radio station plays ads promising that you can 'lose weight' without dieting, or as they call it, 'sweaty exercise'. Your favorite magazine even tells you that dieting alone can help you reach your 'ideal weight'.
Nutrition - What To DrinkAs we wrap up our focus on 'what to eat', we're going to examine what we should be drinking. If it's true that 'we are what we eat, from our heads to our feet' then we can also accurately claim that we are what we DRINK!
Nutrition - Veggies: The Miracle FoodThe sad truth is that we (Americans) are just not eating enough vegetables! The proliferation of pre-packaged foods and heat-and-eat meals has just made it more convenient for us to add pounds, while robbing us of the health benefits of natural vegetables. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the average adult American eats 4.4 servings of fruits and vegetables a day, which is an incre
Nutrition - Meat. It's What's For DinnerSome meats are simply too high in saturated fat for regular consumption. Examples include most beef steaks, fatty pork chops, and of course the traditional breakfast meats (sausage and bacon). There are, however, quite a few meats that deliver all the good nutrition we seek without loading us down with artery-clogging fat.
Nutrition - Good Fat Vs. Bad FatMost of us WANT to eat healthier, but sometimes it seems that forces are working against us! Fast food is just so tempting. Sally at the office brought donuts to share again. Our schedule is so busy we don't have time to cook healthy food. Finally, it's true that junk food is often less expensive than healthy food. How fair is that?!?!
Nutrition - DessertsEating a healthy dessert doesn't have to break the bank. While it's true that Twinkies and Ding-Dongs do cost less (in dollars) than quality healthy foods, the cost to our health is truly frightening!
New Year Resolution - Part 5I resolve to make this the year that I actually do it! No more excuses. No more reasons why I can't, because I CAN. I have the power. I have the desire. I have the ability. I have the motivation. Nobody else can do it for me, but that's okay because I don't need anyone else to do it for me! I CAN DO IT. I AM ENOUGH. I AM MORE THAN ENOUGH! I CAN. I resolve.........
New Year Resolution - Part 4Now that we've all created a resolution that is specific, measureable, achievable, realistic and time-bound the question is HOW DO WE STAY MOTIVATED TO ACHIEVE THAT RESOLUTION?
New Year Resolution - Part 3We firmly believe that a successful resolution MUST INCLUDE EXERCISE. Is it possible to lose weight through dieting alone? Yes. Is it possible to maintain a lower weight through dieting alone? Again, the answer is yes. But is weight loss through dieting a healthy weight loss? Probably not. Let's look at why.....
New Year Resolution - Part 2It should come as no surprise that this series of articles is focused on New Year resolutions. After all, many of us look at the start of a New Year as a chance for us to create a new body.
New Year Resolution - Part 1December finds many of us busy, busy, busy! The Christmas shopping season has already started, and many of us are also planning holiday parties or events. If there's ever a time when we find ourselves too busy to exercise, this may be it!
My Pyramid To Health And FitnessRemember the old Food Pyramid that we were all taught in school? You know, the one that told us to eat more 'grains and carbohydrates' than anything else? Last January the U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a new symbol and interactive food guidance system called 'MyPyramid'. This picture, which replaces the Food Guide Pyramid introduced in 1992, is part of an overall system that emphasizes the
Lose Weight And Save $$$It's true! Losing weight will help you earn and save more money. 'Studies have consistently shown that obese employees are paid less than normal-weight employees doing similar jobs' (Source: HealthNewsDigest.com - Palo Alto, CA)
Maintaining That Summer ShapeMany people have a tendency to drop between ten and twenty pounds each summer simply because IT'S SUMMER. The constant reminder of how we look, combined with heightened activity levels, make people conscious of health and fitness on a whole new level. We are frequently reminded of how we look because we're wearing fewer clothes (anyone wear shorts this month?). We're also more active during the su
Watch Your Weight This HalloweenFor those of us who are looking for quick weight loss, Halloween can be a scary experience! While just one night of indulgence in Halloween candy might not be enough to break your belt, dipping into the leftover stockpile for weeks on end will surely derail your diet or weight loss program.
Live Longer By Exercising - Part 2Even though many of us exercise so we can look better, we shouldn't forget the many health benefits of training. So without further ado, here are some MORE reasons to exercise:
Live Longer By Exercising - Part 1Now, I know what you're all thinking: WE EXERCISE TO LOSE FAT SO WE CAN LOOK GOOD! To be honest, that's the reason why most of us exercise, and THERE'S NOTHING WRONG WITH THAT!
Inspiration Or DesperationEach of us has a choice. We can choose to live in regret, never taking action because we feel too sorry for ourselves. On the other hand, we also have the choice to FORGET about our health and fitness past (or lack of it) and focus on the future.
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