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Before You Start That Diet – 6 Tips

January 1, 2012April 19, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

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First and most important, how is your health? Be sure that you are up to whatever plan you put in place. If there is any question about your body's ability to handle the rigors of a specific diet regimen, especially if the program involves exercise, it is of vital importance…

Personality Types and Body Weight: Does Your Personality Play a Role in How Much You Weigh?

January 1, 2012April 19, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

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Why Do Women Gain Belly Fat With Age, and What Can They Do About It?

January 1, 2012April 19, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

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With age comes belly fat - or so it seems. Around the time of menopause or during perimenopause, many women start to notice more tummy fat and accumulation of fat around their waistline. Even women who don't put on weight start to notice their waistline expanding. This accumulation of belly…

5 Types of Diseases Exercise Prevents

January 1, 2012April 19, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

You already know how exercise makes you look and feel, but have you ever thought about the problems it prevents? Exercise not only promotes longevity, but it may be your best defense against some health conditions. Read on, and find out what diseases a regular workout protects you against. Benefits…

5 Ways to Increase the Health Benefits of Oatmeal

January 1, 2012April 19, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

Starting the day with a bowl of hot oatmeal is a healthy and satisfying way to "fuel up" before heading to the office. It's filling and a good source of fiber, which means you'll be less tempted to indulge in a decadent doughnut in the break room later in the…

How Aerobically Fit Are You? Here’s a Simple Way to Find Out

December 26, 2011February 18, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

How aerobically fit are you? One way to find out would be to measure your V02 max. V02 max is a measure of the maximal amount of oxygen your body can take in and deliver to muscles and tissues in one minute during maximal exercise. It's essentially a measure of…

The Talk Test: A Low-Tech Way to Measure Exercise Intensity

December 26, 2011April 19, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

When you do an aerobic workout, are you working hard enough to get the cardiovascular benefits? There are a variety of ways to measure exercise intensity. You could use a heart rate monitor, but if you don't have one, there's a simpler way. Use the "talk test." The talk test…

How to Measure Heart Rate Recovery After Exercise and Why It’s Important

December 26, 2011April 19, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

How quickly your heart slows down after exercise, a measure of heart rate recovery, says a lot about how healthy your heart is. Exercise puts stress on your body, and your heart responds by beating faster. This speeds delivery of oxygen and nutrients to hard-working muscles. When you stop exercising,…

The Effect of Processed Foods on Fat Burning

December 26, 2011April 19, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

Fewer people have time to cook these days, which means more people are eating processed and packaged foods. The rise in obesity rates in America have closely paralleled the rise in consumption of processed foods. This isn't surprising since packaged foods are usually higher in calories and contain more unhealthy…

5 Ways to Avoid Overeating at Holiday Parties

December 26, 2011April 19, 2019 by Cathe Friedrich

Cathe Friedrich

What would a party be without a buffet table loaded full of appetizers? Unfortunately, those cute little bites are often loaded with calories and fat, and it's hard to keep track of how many you're eating. There's no reason not to enjoy some of the party offerings, but you to…