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Healthy Eating – The U.S. Dietary Guidelines

August 14, 2011April 20, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

According to the CDC, one-third of children and two-thirds of adults in the U.S. are overweight or obese, and one-half of adults in America have high blood pressure or its precursor, prehypertension. That, and a sharp rise in diabetes and clogged arteries in younger patients have the medical community sounding…

5 Reasons Women Should Lift Heavy Weights

August 14, 2011April 20, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

Some women shy away from lifting weights. When they do head over to the weight rack, they lift weights that aren't heavy enough to really challenge their muscles. The reason? Some fear it will make them bulky or destroy their feminine shape. Others are intimidated by the idea of lifting…

The Bodybuilding Benefits of Salmon

August 14, 2011April 20, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

Salmon is good bodybuilding food. There are lots to love about this hardy fish that travels hundreds or even thousands of miles just to spawn. Salmon is high in muscle-building protein and an excellent source of heart-healthy fats. There are plenty of reasons to eat it if you're trying to…

Strength Training: What Role Does Protein Timing Play in Muscle Growth?

August 14, 2011April 20, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

If you're trying to increase your lean body mass, it's important to get enough protein in your diet. The average person needs 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram (.37 grams per pound) of body weight on a daily basis. Some experts believe that athletes and people who weight train even…

Weight Loss Plateau: What to Do When You Stop Losing Weight

August 14, 2011April 20, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

You're watching what you eat and working out at home or at the gym. You're even keeping a food diary to make sure you're getting the calories you need to lose 2 pounds a week - and it's working. You've lost 15 pounds and are already looking better in a…

The Detraining Effect: How Long Does It Take to Get Out of Shape?

August 7, 2011April 20, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

In the ideal world, you'd exercise regularly throughout your life. But sometimes life intervenes and you have to take time off. Whether it is a family crisis, a work obligation, an illness or an injury, sometimes you end up on the sidelines. Unfortunately, you can't become fit and expect to…

Weight Lifting: What Makes One Person Stronger Than Another?

August 7, 2011April 20, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

Have you ever wondered why one person at the gym can lift heavy weights with ease, while another person of a similar build can barely eke out a few sets? Some of it has to do with training, but genetics and muscle fibers play a role too. The Two Types…

Weekend Warrior: Does Exercising Only on the Weekend Have Benefits?

August 7, 2011March 14, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

The American Heart Association recommends 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise 5 days a week or 20 minutes of vigorous exercise 3 days a week to get maximum health benefits from exercising. But there are a number of people who are turning their weekends into non-stop exercise sessions and staying away…

5 Factors That Determine a Person’s Aerobic Capacity

August 7, 2011April 20, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

Each person has a maximum capacity to deliver oxygen to their muscles during exercise. This value called V02 max can be measured using a graded exercise test. This is usually done on a treadmill so the intensity of the exercise can be slowly increased while oxygen consumption is measured. V02…

Are you gaining weight because of your medications

Gaining Weight? It Could Be Your Medications

August 7, 2011April 20, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

If you're eating a healthy diet and exercising but still finding it a challenge to keep the weight off, take a closer look at your medications. Medications are an underappreciated cause of weight gain and one that many people don't recognize. Even common, over-the-counter medications used to treat hay fever…