Non Fat Diet

Nonfat diets: Getting up your body's defences and playing with your healthThe dangers of nonfat diets are very grave. Please read this article to find out why nonfat dieting locks your body and can create severe health risks.Dieting without any fat - the life-threatening misconception that you must know aboutNon-fat diets can actually be very dangerousThe fatal misconception of dieting without

Posted on: 3 August 2008 | 11:28 am

Water and Weight

Water and Weight - the simple insider secret for getting your body to do much of the work in losing weightThe intake of water regulates weight loss in a much greater way than what is commonly known.In dieting, water acts as a kind of "lubricant" for the body's metabolic functions. Water makes the body work the way it should and a sufficient intake of water will help you lose weight faster and

Posted on: 3 August 2008 | 11:17 am

Green Tea and Weight Loss

Although there are a number of products to help lose weight, it is green tea that is probably one of the most famous; as it has remarkable antioxidant properties, it is found in many health products. Green tea weight loss extracts can be consumed in many ways including as regular tea plus it can be purchased in liquid or tablet form but whichever way it is used it has an excellent record as a

Posted on: 25 March 2008 | 6:48 pm

Weight Loss Mythology

Losing weight has given rise to a number of myths. These are not only baseless and unscientific but in the long run can pose health consequences. So it is always better to follow a healthy, scientific way of losing weight and learn to separate the facts from the myths.1. You cannot lose weight. Gained weight can be lost but it happens at a very slow pace. You should always remember that if you do

Posted on: 19 March 2008 | 7:19 am

Lose Weight Permanently

How to Lose Weight PermanentlyLook into the mirror and you’ll know that you are putting on weight. What the mirror cannot do is diagnose the casues for your increasing weight. In other words, if you are trying to lose weight quickly by crash dieting, you are making no effort to correct the original cause of your excess weight. That is why there are countless people who half-starve themselves both

Posted on: 16 March 2008 | 6:22 am

No Shortcuts to Weight Loss

One of the quickest ways to increase your fitness and feel great is to shed some weight. Drop five kilos and notice the difference. Not only will you look good but will also feel lighter and stronger. But losing weight doesn't mean that you stop eating and starve to death. This is a short cut method and won't work in the long run. The only permanent way to lose weight is to lose it gradually. For

Posted on: 16 March 2008 | 6:17 am

Improving Your Posture

Take two minutes and think about the following questions. Have you noticed that you are constantly cowering down because your boss is too intimidating? Are you weary and tired and as a result frequently hunch your shoulders? Are you trying to reach out to someone and in the process unwittingly, let your chest out too far forward? If you've said yes to any of these then not only are you looking

Posted on: 15 March 2008 | 5:17 pm

Getting Fitter with Yoga

Did you know that yoga can actually enhance the benefits of your fitness plan? Yes, yoga is a good supplement to exercise. And if you thought that yoga was meant only for rishis and sadhus, you need to think again. There are several yoga exercises that act as a supplement to the whole process of exercising and preparation. Preparing yourself for exercise and training is equally important as the

Posted on: 11 March 2008 | 8:47 am

10 Barriers to Weight Training

It's finally dawned on you that despite working out everyday, you are not getting anywhere. Where is it that you're going wrong? Are you aware of the right principals that go into meeting your specific goal? Stop to think for a moment. Here's a quick checklist you can run through to figure out what you need to rectify.TOO COOLNo warm up, sudden startThe body has to prepare for the routine that is

Posted on: 13 December 2007 | 6:37 pm

Meat Myths

You are an avid meat eater whose meals are incomplete without the addition of meat. You firmly believe that eating meat is necessary for a healthy life as it is the richest source of proteins and good quality amino acid. No other food can provide you with the same quality nutrition. Vegetarians are losing out on vital nutrients because they don't eat meat.If you believe in any of the above, then

Posted on: 4 December 2007 | 6:29 pm

Squash For Women

Very few women make it to professional squash due to the injury factor. Moreover, women are slower in reflexes. However, many clubs now have a growing dossier on women squash players. In the present climate of concern for fitness and health, it seems entirely appropriate for squash to form part of a weekly routine, particularly when some female participants are able to help utilize club

Posted on: 30 November 2007 | 5:14 am

How to Lose Weight Permanently

Look into the mirror and you’ll know that you are putting on weight. What the mirror cannot do is diagnose the casues for your increasing weight. In other words, if you are trying to lose weight quickly by crash dieting, you are making no effort to correct the original cause of your excess weight. That is why there are countless people who half-starve themselves both quantitatively and

Posted on: 22 November 2007 | 6:58 pm

Gastric Surgery May Ease Breathing Problems

The study and results: people who are clinically defined as obese often suffer shortness of breath and chest pains that keep them from the physical activity that could help them lose weight. As part of an ongoing study, Swedish researchers investigated whether gastric surgery to reduce stomach size and induce weight loss could relieve obese people from these symptoms. They compared 1,210

Posted on: 19 November 2007 | 5:04 pm

Benefits of Fitness

What's so important about being fit and trim? Well, a lot. The secret of feeling healthy and happy lies in leading an active lifestyle. It's the perfect remedy for stress, a solution for ennui and restlessness and more refreshing than an ice-cold lemonade. So get off that couch and take the first step towards staying fit - exercise. Regular exercise will improve your cardiovascular health, help

Posted on: 19 November 2007 | 4:56 pm

Swimming Compared with Land Workouts

Swimming is clearly one of the best forms of exercise besides being an enjoyable and fun-filled activity. However one frequently asked question about swimming is that is it any different from other land workouts and if so what is the difference? Which is better? Find out more. Tones your muscles Swimming is one sport that works all your major muscle groups. Very few sports can do this.

Posted on: 19 November 2007 | 4:11 am

Demystifying Weight Loss Myths

The moment you decide to implement your weight loss plan you are flooded with lot of fly-by-night information, most of which is unfortunately incorrect. These false notions or beliefs are myths and can put your plan into disarray. If you are overweight then losing weight is no doubt a great idea but before that you must get rid of the dead weight of myths and beliefs. Here are some popular myths

Posted on: 17 November 2007 | 3:23 pm

Stretch Your Quadriceps

How often have you experienced a wrench in your thighs after walking briskly for a while or climbing up stairs? Is sitting cross-legged on the floor an ordeal for you? If yes, chances are that your quadriceps-the major muscle group of your upper legs-needs to be suppler! Stiff quadriceps exerts stress on your knees during movements, such as walking, running, swimming climbing up stairs or

Posted on: 17 November 2007 | 3:18 pm

Seven Golden Habits of a Good Posture

"Stand up straight! Don't slouch! Hold your head up!" Even if you didn't obey your mother when she nagged you, it's never too late to start improving your posture with good practices. What is posture? It is the way you stand, sit, bend or lie down. Do you impact others positively, without resorting to speech, gestures or written words? If yes, chances are that you have good posture. Many

Posted on: 17 November 2007 | 3:16 pm

Getting Started With Cycling

Imagine how you used to cycle as a child enjoying the feeling of freedom, the wind in your hair and the world at your feet. In your childhood, pedaling was merely fun but as you grow older cycling is a terrific way to burn calories and keep your hearts and lungs in shape, besides being an inexpensive and convenient way to exercise. However, if it is the first time you are cycling, then here are

Posted on: 15 November 2007 | 4:43 am

Dealing with a Weight Loss Plateau

Have you reached a weight loss plateau? Your weight loss program has been going according to plan when suddenly you find your weight has reached a plateau. You wonder what could be the reason or what went wrong. However, a plateau is what most weight watchers are confronted with at some point in their weight loss campaign. However, this pause is only momentary and need not be permanent. Look

Posted on: 15 November 2007 | 4:41 am

Despelling Food Myths

Do you think that sugar is the main cause of diabetes or that it is the only culprit responsible for your fat? The more cake you tuck into or the more chocolate that you bite into, the more prone you are to increase your blood sugar. If you think so, then you are one of those who are reeling under some myths about sugar. This is the perfect place to clear all your myths and be updated about those

Posted on: 14 November 2007 | 6:12 pm

Busting Some Food Myths

Food is the basis of our existence but all our food habits are prefixed. We follow what we have learnt since childhood, irrespective of whether it is right or wrong. These give rise to a number of food myths. Myths are what you believe are right but in reality they have no truth in them and are insignificant Hence it is better to understand these myths and separate the fact from the myth: Junk

Posted on: 14 November 2007 | 6:08 pm

Exercise and Weight Loss

Have you been meaning to start exercising for a long time? Maybe it was a New Year’s resolution which you still have to implement; or maybe your mirror just emphatically told you to. Either ways, there’s no better time than now to get started. Regular exercise will improve your cardiovascular health, help you lose weight, build up your stamina and increase muscle mass. Here are some tips for

Posted on: 14 November 2007 | 4:51 am

Getting Motivated

Losing weight is all about setting goals and sticking to them. After all, you wouldn�t start a business or a project without a clear-cut idea of what you want to achieve, and how you plan to do that. Your weight loss plan deserves the same kind of attention. You need to set goals that are realistic, track your progress regularly and stay committed to your plan. Setting goalsSetting goals is

Posted on: 14 November 2007 | 4:49 am

Winning the Battle of the Bulge

Do you go on an eating spree when you are depressed or angry? You stuff yourself till you feel sick and then repent at your overindulgence. Rather than help you combat your moods, bingeing will only increase the inches and add to your weight. You need to kick the "I'm miserable, let me eat habit for good!' Loneliness, depression, anger and boredom are just some of the pressures that can drive

Posted on: 14 November 2007 | 4:45 am