If you are carrying around a few (I use that term loosely) extra pounds, like most of us are, you know we should take the weight off. It will reduce stress on our heart, reducing the chance of heart disease, cancer, possibility of diabetes; feel better, look more attractive, etc.
A heart attack is known as a myocardial infarction. This occurs when the heart muscle is damaged or does not receive enough oxygen. Many cardiac related problems occur due to blockages in arteries that carry purified blood away from the heart to different parts of the body. Another cause is the formation of blood clots.
There are 3,500 calories in one pound of fat. Thus, if you cut back or work off just 3,500 calories, you will lose an entire pound of fat. While it is possible to cut back on your calorie intake and increase your exercise regimen in order to lose pounds quickly, it is important to note […]
Many people think that when they decide it’s time to lose weight, they have to count every single calorie that touches their lips. This really isn’t necessary. In fact, it could become quite tedious and cause you to give up.
Have you ever wondered why so many people are on medication for stress? What is it that is so different about now than 30 years ago?
Do you need some simple reminders to kick start your way to better health and fitness? Then here are some easy tips for you.
Believe it or not, golf is actually good for your health. Even the United States Golf Association thinks so; they also advise that you should walk the golf course and avoid — as much as possible — riding in golf carts.
We can’t possibly cover all of the foods that are acceptable to eat when you are trying to lose weight. Common sense can tell you that French fries are a no-no and an apple is great. What we’ve decided to do is concentrate on those foods that you SHOULDN’T eat. Of course, this could […]
Dance is not just an art but a great form of exercise, too. In other words, it is an amusing way of exercising to achieve a lean and fit body. One of the main advantages of losing weight through dancing is that it does not feel like a boring chore. The music and rhythm of […]
Believe it or not, there is a psychological factor that comes into play when you’re trying to lose weight. We like to compare it to the “rah rah” factor that you sometimes need to succeed in sports.
