Exercise has to be part of your daily routine. Most people find a myriad of excuses for not exercising like: - The dog is too tired to walk today - It’s hair washing day today - I watched Oz Aerobics, which raised my heart rate already today - It’s too hot/too cold/too perfect day to [...]
Archive | November, 2010
Osteoporosis and Exercise
What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition where the bones become fragile and brittle, and can fracture more easily than normal bones. Even minor falls can cause serious fractures. 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men over 60 will have a fracture due to osteoporosis. Osteoporosis and fractures are major causes of injury, [...]
Food Planning
Your companion in exercise & weight loss I deliberately called this article food planning rather than diet as the word “diet” congers up pictures of starvation and stress. Most people who diet normally restrict calories, which can affect their metabolism and muscle mass. The secret to dieting is making the right choices. We all know [...]