News

PAYCHECK TO PAYCHECK NUTRITIONAL INSURANCE SUPPLEMENT PLAN
This is the one I’m on.

Breakfast

Lunch

Rainbow Light Complete Nutritional System (contains Vitamin A - 10,000 IU, Vitamin C - 1000 mg, Vitamin D - 400IU, Folic Acid - 400 mcg, Calcium - 250 mg, Magnesium 125 mg, Zinc - 15 mg, Selenium - 100 mcg, Chromium - 100 mcg, […]

LOSS OF MUSCLE MASS
Once you lose muscle mass, metabolic syndrome sets in. Muscle mass is one of the major determinants of setting the body’s metabolic rate. When metabolic rate drops, people tend to put on weight in the abdominal region, leading to increased insulin resistance and possibly diabetes.
Therefore, in order to slow down or […]

CATECHINS
What are catechins, anyway? They are a subclass of polyphenols, compounds well known for their antioxidative properties. The most prevalent catechin in green tea is EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate). This is fortunate because EGCG is the most pharmacologically active of the catechins.
GREEN TEA VS BLACK TEA
Therefore, green tea will help you lose weight, but how about […]

INTRODUCTION
Before I get too far into the subject of this post, I should point out that the point of exercise, at least as discussed on this site, is not to get six pack abs so you can show off, but rather to lose/control weight and for general health (see my post Exercise and Weight Loss […]

STRENGTH TRAINING PROGRAMS
In a strength training program, it is important to stretch the muscle groups that you are trying to strengthen as well, to avoid injury, decrease muscle soreness, and increase flexibility.
It should go beyond saying that before beginning any exercise program, it might be wise to consult your doctor.
An excellent book for strength training […]

If you live with a major smoker who isn’t willing to change her habit, plan accordingly. If you can move out, great. If that option is not immediately available, understand the challenges. You are far more likely to “fall off the wagon” if you live in a cloud of smoke, but with patience ,perseverance, and […]

WEIGHT EQUIPMENT
Speaking of strength exercises, unless you’re planning on doing only body weight exercises, you’ll need weights of some kind.
If you only have a little room, you can achieve adequate muscle fitness for anti-aging purposes with a decent set of dumbbells, such as the Bowflex SelectTech 552 Dumbbells set.
If you’re thinking of setting up a […]

FLOOR PROTECTION
If you need to protect your floors from the weight of your exercise equipment, the Ironman Deluxe Flooring System provides the best bang for the buck. It will also provide enough of a cushion for stretching, aerobics and strength exercises.
If you don’t have heavy exercise equipment and you just need a mat for doing […]