The Military Diet is a firm favorite for those who want to get back into shape, or even maintain it. But considering that 27% of young Americans are considered too overweight to join the military, this diet may have a whole new meaning. The increase in a sedentary lifestyle, office jobs, …
For many people attempting to lose weight, 500 calories is the ‘gold standard’ calorie-reduction goal. Calories are burned as energy by the body when undergoing physical strain–anything from running to playing the drums counts as an activity that costs the body calories. This means the intensity of a workout affects …
What is Yoga? Yoga is a generalized term for an ancient practice of meditation and movement. It is a Hindu spiritual practice that includes breath control, meditation and individual body postures that people do for relaxation and to improve mental and physical health. What are the Origins of Yoga? Yoga …
“I don’t want to lift weights because I don’t want to get too big.” Have you ever heard this? Even worse, have you actually said it? This is one of those ridiculous excuses that really rustles my jimmies. Yes, ridiculous. Asinine. Ignorant. You know those body builders you see? The hugely …
I’ve been working out and paying attention to how much (and what) I eat since I was a teenager, so it gets my knickers in a bunch when one of my out-of-shape and over-weight co-workers tells me how lucky I am to have “good genetics.” When I hear this, I’m …
If you have already made adjustments to your diet, and you didn’t see much of a change in your cholesterol levels, perhaps you are wondering – does exercise lower cholesterol? While adding more green leafy vegetables, reducing red meat consumption and adding Omega 3s are all helpful in reducing low-density …
