What Is Fiber and How Can It Help With Weight Loss?
You hear a lot about fiber in connection with losing weight. While it is not a magic cure-all for dieters, it is a pretty big weapon in the battle of the bulge. So what is it and how does it help you lose weight? Understanding Fiber Fiber is that part of a plant that...
Why Fad Diets Do Not Work
Are you tempted by the latest fad diets? You are not alone. At any given time, two-thirds of all Americans are on a diet to lose weight, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. With so many people struggling to shed pounds, it is no wonder fad...
Upgrade Your Warm-up
You might be tempted to skip the warm up when you work out. After all, you only have so much time to exercise—“Let’s just get on with it already! I’m in a hurry!” But warming up is a critical component of your fitness routine, and skipping it could have unpleasant and...
Why Your Excuses NOT to Get Fit Are Plain Wrong
Many people have a million and one reasons why they should not get fit. But are your excuses really justified? Here are some answers to the most popular excuses not to exercise. Let’s look at each one individually and see why each is not valid to avoid starting an...
You Can’t Out Exercise Bad Food Choices
Have you ever been tempted to indulge a little because you have been working out hard? It’s an easy thing to rationalize. If you have just pushed yourself to the limit on the treadmill for forty-five minutes, you can at least grab a chocolate shake on the way home....
Weight Training is a great way to help with weight loss.
In the very least, it will aid in preventing weight gain. Weight training is considered a higher intensity exercise and burns many calories during the activity. An added benefit is that your body will continue to burn calories after the workout due to the recovery...
How can I tighten and tone without bulking up?
Increasing tone is certainly possible without bulking. This actually means to maintain or increase muscle tissue while shedding unwanted bodyfat (BF). You will need to control your types and amounts of exercises and just as (if not more) important is to control your...
Weight Loss Food List
Healthy Weight Loss Foods List This list should give you a good idea of the many different healthy foods you can choose from when creating your healthy weight loss diet or healthy eating plan. Be sure to consume the correct amount of calories, and, be mindful of any...
Which health habits can help me live longer?
Better Nutritional Habits Increasing your intake of Fruits and Vegetables will provide nutrition for your body and mind. You will also help yourself to maintain a healthy weight because of the decrease in intake of processed and unhealthy junk food. Nutritional...
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