Sep 29

Lifestyle Changes for Managing Obesity

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To manage obesity, you have to make various lifestyle changes that may be difficult. To maintain weight, you will be required to burn the exact amount of calories you consume. To lose weight, you are supposed to burn more calories than the ones you eat. Your body will burn calories as you continue to do your normal bodily functions that assist you to stay alive. Workouts, besides burning calories, also build your muscles hence increasing the amount of calories you use in your normal body functions. It is important to decrease the number of calories you take in and increase your physical activity to beat obesity effectively. Discuss with your doctor about a program that will help you in losing weight. It is easier to accomplish your goals if you participate in a program. A program needs to include some strategies such as exercise, diet, counseling and medicine. Your doctor may refer you to an athletic trainer or dietitian for a more personalized assistance. Dietary changes Dietary trends might make a type of nutrient seem more vital that the others when dieting. This is evident when comparing a low-carb diet, Mediterranean diet or the low-fat diet. However, research hasn’t ruled […]
Sep 29

HIGH-INTESITY WORKOUTS FOR OPTIMUM RESULTS

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If getting fit, losing weight fast or burning calories is the goal you are aiming for, then be prepared to get down the gym and prepare for high-intensity workouts. Unfortunately, just turning up down at the gym and not breaking into a sweat while you gently walk fast on a treadmill or ride a static bike is not going to go far if you are looking to lose weight, increase fitness and lose that spare tyre around your waist. To achieve the best results when working out you must be prepared to sweat and push yourself to a limit that will feel a bit painful, especially at first. But it’s important not to overdo it (or underdo it) to achieve the right results more quickly. High intensity workouts don’t just burn calories, they torch them. If your cardio treadmill machine has one of those electronic calorie burning read outs which counts burned calories, try this little trick: gently jog on a treadmill at 4.2 mph for a period of two minutes, and once you reach the end of that two minutes, take a note of the calories burned so far. Now try the same exercise (again for two minutes) but […]
Sep 27

Part II: Incredibly Healthy Breakfast Ideas

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The first steps to a healthier lifestyle are always small. An easy way to ease you into a healthy diet is by trying out some amazingly healthy breakfast meals. A good breakfast will set you up for the day and leave you feel great – not to mention you will eat fewer calories when eating well, which means you don’t need to worry about weight gain! Here are more ideas for creating a truly healthy breakfast: Quinoa Bowl Quinoa is a wheat-like see that packs one hell of a nutritional punch, and is a fine addition to any breakfast meal! It’s simple to make and can be found in most supermarkets and health stores. This super food contains massive amounts of proteins and fibers, as well as B-complex vitamins, vitamin E and healthy fatty acids. Other minerals you can expect to find in quinoa include copper, iron, magnesium, potassium and calcium. Talk about being healthy! Add in some smoked salmon, chopped avocados and a fried egg and serve together in a bowl for one heck of a nutritional breakfast! Fruity Pistachio Muesli Muesli is easy to make, all you need is to combine oats with poppy and sesame seeds, and […]
Sep 27

TEN MINUTE WORKOUTS

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Fitness doesn’t come easy for some. While many love to spend hours at the gym or out and about keeping fit, there are a lot of us who struggle to do so. It could be through confidence, lack of interest or just not having the time to do some exercise – there is a large chunk of people who don’t even bother. Ten minute work outs, are perfect for any newbies or people who just don’t like long and complicated workout routines. We are recommended to do at least 30 minutes exercise five days a week, yet the figure is impossible for many. Ten minute workouts on the other hand, are relatively simple to learn, don’t take long (it’s in the name after all!) and can be done with little to no equipment. Why They Are Good for You Exercise does wonders to our bodies. Keeping them in tip top shape, fitness increases levels of our immune system, helps to burn calories therefore battling weight gain as well as increasing our positive moods. Ten minute workouts offer short bursts of exercise that still goes a long way in helping your body. The fact those who struggle with fitness tend to […]
Sep 26

Have Your Food the Right Way

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It is not just important to have the right kind of food. You should also endeavor to prepare and have it the right way so you get all the benefits. Some individuals may get all the healthy foods available then prepare it the wrong way and lose out on the goodness these foods contain. Learning how to prepare food the right way, how to prepare meals and divide them up is important so you end up enjoying the benefits and nutrition of healthy foods. Here are a couple of pointers. Wash fresh foods thoroughly before preparation Whenever you bring food home from the grocery store, you will need to wash it correctly to get rid of all contaminants. Food may contain pesticide remnants, dirt, dust and other contaminants that may be harmful to your health. Wash food, especially fruits and vegetables with cold running water and if possible a piece of cloth used specifically to wash vegetables. Store food the right away Eat your fresh produce right away or else store is in the fridge. Fresh food is at its best and needs to be consumed before it begins to degrade. If it is not stored properly, then it will […]
Sep 26

Inventive Full-Body Moves to Try

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Winter always brings the most challenging time for anyone looking to keep in shape. It’s colder and darker, making the idea of skipping the gym and getting warm and cozy on the couch very appealing. The last thing anyone trying to maintain their fitness (or for those looking to start getting in better shape) is to do away with the exercise just because its winter. Instead, try spicing up your workouts. The following full-body moves only need basic gym equipment, such as kettle bells and resistance belts, and use them in some inventive ways. Trying these out will keep things fresh during your winter workouts, ensuring you stay on top of your fitness. Pull-Ups with a Band All you need for this one is a resistance band and a pull-up bar. Attach the band to the handles of the pull-up bar and then place your feet into the bottom part of the band. The higher the resistance setting is, the more help you will get to perform the pull ups. Perform a pull up by bring your elbows down to the side of your rib cage and engaging your lats as you lift yourself into the air. Keep performing as […]
Sep 26

Part I: Tips for Starting a Healthy Lifestyle

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Saying we want to get fit, and improve our health and lifestyle is one thing, actually finding the courage to do it is another story. It’s understandable considering the drastic changes required for the average person to really up their game and get healthier in various aspects of their lives, as you will need to change your diet and start exercising more. The less experience you have with these, the harder they can be to make a habit out of. As soon as you form a habit around having a healthier lifestyle, then everything else associated becomes much easier. Try out some of these handy tips for people looking to get fit and healthy: Bin All Your Junk Food The hardest aspect of throwing out your junk food is the fact you will lose a few pennies in wasted food! It’s seriously that easy to do and can be the best way to start eating better. Distractions and temptations in the shape of unhealthy junk food are one of the quickest ways to fall off the bandwagon so why even take the risk? Grab everything from your fridge and cupboards and throw it away in the trash! Aim for the […]
Sep 25

4 SIMPLE YOGA STRETCHES TO HELP YOU GET OUT OF BED FASTER!

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Getting out of bed in the morning is probably the toughest part of the day, especially if it’s a weekday and you know you’re going to be spending the rest of the day working. To help you out with just that, here are 4 effective yoga poses to try in your bed itself, which will help you feel a bit more energetic and ready to face the day. The Puppy Dog Pose This yoga pose is really simple to do- get down on all your fours and place the palms of your hands flat on the floor directly below your shoulder. Now as you inhale, exert pressure on your toes and lift your body upwards, forming a sort of mountain with your butt region as the peak- make sure your palms are still flat on the floor, and the heels of your feet do not touch the ground. Now get back to the original position, exhale, and repeat. The Back Stretch This is one of the best yoga poses that can get you invigorated in just a few minutes! Sit cross legged on the bed and keep your back erect. Place your left hand on your right knee, take a […]
Sep 24

Foods to Include in Your Diet for a Healthy Living

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Every day you are in the run to accomplish things in life. You want to work, get your kids to school on time and still have time for shopping. In such a fast pacing life, it is easy to forget to take good care of your health by maintaining a healthy living. You may exercise once in a while but do you remember to cook healthy foods for a healthy living. To live a healthy life, there are foods that you need to incorporate in your diet. They include: Beans The good thing about beans is that they are rich in protein and provide high-fiber content that helps slow digestion. A cup of beans contains about 200-400 calories meaning that they are very good for people who want to lose weight. Remember that beans are inexpensive and easily accessible so do not give excuses as to why you cannot enjoy them. Apples He who said that eating an apple every day will keep the doctor away, must have eaten it long enough to realize that apples are very rich in potassium, antioxidants and fiber thus protecting you from ailments such as heart diseases and ensuring that you remain young even […]
Sep 24

Why You Should Be Eating Lentils

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Lentils have been long-standing staples of healthy diets. Regularly touted as superfoods, these foods offer amazing nutritional value and can be cooked and consumed in many different ways. There are a variety of different lentils and beans, which can help increase the healthiness of your diet. A healthy diet is one of the most important aspects of a healthy lifestyle, and the long-term benefits found in lentils are just as impressive as the short-term ones. Feeling great makes your day that much better, and can make doing other aspects of healthy living, such as exercising, much easier. Have a read and see just why you should be eating more lentils in your diet: Digestion Lentils provide a rich source of both types of fiber – soluble and insoluble. Insoluble fiber can help to promote a health digestive system but encourage regular bowel movements. This means you avoid unwanted digestive problems such as constipation, and it can even help battle against the risks of colon cancer over the long-term. Soluble fibers work in different ways but still highly beneficial. These can help to promote a healthy heart by reducing the chances of developing heart disease and can help to regulate blood […]
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