When you move on a regular basis - which means consistent bouts of exercise - you change your body chemistry in ways researchers are only beginning to understand. Muscle, just like fat, is an endocrine organ and produces chemical secretions which communicate with the rest of the body.
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Read MoreGrief is a powerful emotion. It is often sudden and can cause intense reactions in even the healthiest of people. Stress may leave you feeling numb, guilty, or angry, and it can even have a negative effect on your immune system. However, no matter what you are grieving, taking care of your physical health will help you get through and find the strength to prioritize your mental health.
Read MoreIf you are a sedentary man or a woman try to obtain 14 calories per pound of body weight or about 45 – 65% of your total calories from quality carbohydrate sources. If you are a more active man and woman aim for 15-17 calories per pound of body weight or about 50 – 60% of your total calories. If you are very active as an athlete or in your job you can adjust these recommendations higher.
Read MoreWhat you eat is as important as your exercise plan. But, prepping nutritious meals can seem daunting and time-consuming. Not any more, my friend!
Fast, healthy and delicious meals begin with the FAST & FRESH MEAL PLAN, which is available on Udemy.com.
Read MoreThe past century has produced scores of studies linking the effect of food on brain chemistry, mood and performance. This science of food has found that certain foods, and combinations of ingredients can influence mood. Moreover, mood can also influence your choice of food.
Read MoreGood, high-quality proteins are those with an amino acid pattern similar to that needed by the body. These complete proteins include eggs, meat, fish, poultry and dairy products, including whey protein. Protein sources which are deficient in one or more essential amino acids include grains, beans, vegetables and fruit.
Read MoreWhen it comes to packaging, it’s what’s inside that counts. Food manufacturers are experts at packaging and merchandising their products to attract your attention. Companies pay a premium for shelf and endcap placement, which augments the scientifically-designed store layout. (Retailers study your buying habits, how you move through the store, where you linger and what you ignore.) So, high-profit and high volume items are featured throughout the store.
Read MoreI predict it’ll be another multi-billion dollar year in the diet and fitness industry. The fact that most of the widgets, pills and diets will not be the answer you’ve been looking for won’t be remembered in a year. My aim with this article is to dispel a few myths before you start making 3 easy payments.
Read MoreAm I willing to decide, is the question you need to ask yourself? What is a decision you have been avoiding in the hope it will be made for you? Are you waiting to commit to daily exercise because work is too busy right now? Or will you start eating healthier when your spouse stops ordering pizza?
Read MoreResearch has confirmed that consistent exercise can add years to your life. More importantly, an active lifestyle lowers your biological age regardless of your chronological age. If you stay fit and healthy, you’ll never act your age.
Read MoreGetting older isn’t for the weak, but you can make it a little easier by getting strong. Strength training can improve balance, your kinesthetic awareness (bodily sense of space and movement) and will improve your muscle mass and bone density. This makes your everyday activities easier and a week at the beach less frightening.
Read MoreWhy do you really desire (I’d say deserve) vibrant health? The stimulus for achieving this is inside of you – and I’m not just being optimistic. Over 30 years of research from the National Weight Control Registry indicates no specific diet, exercise protocol or pill has been found to manifest long-term weight loss. Instead, changes in thoughts, behavior and lifestyle are by far more likely to create lasting changes in health.
Read MoreFor many, social anxieties are part of the mix of emotions leading to this stress. If you’ve been locked down and working from home all the time, odds are it’s been a while since you regularly interacted with people outside of your household. Justin Bennett of HealthyFit.info has created this guide to help you figure out tools you can use to boost your confidence and get back out there.
Read MoreEating with awareness is at the center of mindful eating. Begin by asking yourself why do I want to eat right now? Dig deeper and ask, what affect will this food have on my energy, my weight and my health? You can also assess your level of hunger before and during the meal. These steps will anchor you in awareness (and enjoyment) while you are eating.
Read MorePretty simple, huh? Enjoy your food. Savor what you eat without judging how “good” or “bad” the food is. That’s right. Judging yourself for what you eat is total bovine scatology (bs). If you get nothing else out of this book, please find a way to let go of assigning a moral equivalent to food.
I am not talking about dietary practices you choose because of religious or ethical beliefs. I am simply referring to labeling something like broccoli as “good” and a candy bar as “bad.” They are simply caloric and nutrient delivery systems.
Read MoreIf you’re uncertain about how to start eating less and with more awareness or think, “there is no way my family will ever sit down for a meal without their phones,” may I offer something for you to practice? The acronym, BASICS, can serve as a reminder of how to practice more mindful eating. No one has to know J.
Read MoreIf you had to get down in a squat right now without holding onto a chair or bending at the waist excessively, could you? I’m not talking about going to the gym and squatting with a bar on your back. I mean, can you squat down to pick up your phone from the floor without bending at the waist or hurting your feet, knees, hips or back?
Read MoreI know you are successful in many areas of your life. Let’s learn from areas in which you excel and apply it to your behavior around food. What do you do well? C’mon, I know you can name at least one thing!
Read MoreMany researchers in the growing field of mindfulness assert the purpose of eating any meal is to focus on the experience. This is because mindful eating practices make you more aware of cues, which signal hunger and fullness. The result is you may eat less and, yes, lose weight.
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