Physical activity is good for us, but do you realize how good it is? What are the benefits of exercise? Exercise benefits are abundant regardless of your age, sex or physical ability. The types of exercises one does will be determined by these factors. Before starting a new exercise program, you should consult with your […]
Healthy Eating over the Holidays
The holidays are a time for celebration and enjoying family and friends. Enjoy yourself while keeping some tips for healthy eating in mind and avoiding the ‘holiday weight gain’: Focus on maintaining your weight over the holidays, rather than losing weight – this tends to be more realistic and less stressful Plan to exercise […]
Controlling Arthritis
You say that it just hurts too much when I move, so why then would I want to exercise. Or maybe you say that I cannot exercise because I do not belong to a gym. Or maybe you say that the last time I tried exercise I hurt myself. All of these reasons are common […]
Exercising at Work
Many of us today have sedentary jobs, which are not good for our health. There are many simple ways to incorporate exercise into our day, even though our desks and computers keep calling our names. Exercise during the day can be done in very short periods of time and still prove beneficial to our […]
Disease Prevention
I have been asked to write a blog on “Disease prevention” which is a very lofty topic- I taught an entire course on “disease” at HACC which lasted an entire semester. So, to approach this topic I decided to present various facts: It is estimated that 50% of people in America are either pre-diabetic (will […]
What Workout Plan is Best for You?
The BEST workout and diet plan is the plan that you actually follow through with. There are many available options, with each claiming that this is the plan you need. Even the best coaching/training plan and/or diet plan based on your dietary needs means NOTHING if you don’t actually follow through with it. The plan […]
Which Fitness App Should You Use?
Just like fitness trends, technology is always changing. iPhones and Androids are becoming a normalcy. With thousands of applications to choose from, and probably hundreds of fitness apps, it’s hard to know which one to use. So what is best for you? It really depends on what you’re looking for. Many apps track your calories, […]
Fitness Fads
Much like the latest fads in fashion, fitness fads come and go every year too. Fitness fads seem most popular in January when everyone has set their new year’s resolution to be fit. This year in 2015, the fitness fads that seem to be a big hit include: HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) Strength Training […]
The Importance of Physical Fitness
The CDC recommends that adults participate in 150 minutes of physical activity each week. Regular exercise provides benefits such as reduced blood pressure, improved mood, weight loss, weight management, a boost in energy, promotion of better sleep and an overall reduction in your risk of certain health conditions. Recent research has shown that splitting your […]
Low Cost Wellness Initiatives
These days the popular thing to do is join a gym, eat healthy (which sometimes includes healthy organic food that is costly), and to track your steps with sometimes, high cost wrist bands. Sometimes, it just costs too much for all that. Why stay fit if you can’t afford it? Don’t worry, you […]
