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Blame Your Taste Buds for Liking Fat: Receptor for Tasting Fat Identified in Humans [news]
Why do we like fatty foods so much? We can blame our taste buds. Our tongues apparently recognize and have an affinity for fat, according to researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. They have found that variations in a gene can make people more or less sensitive to the taste of fat.
Many Strategies to Increase Physical Activity for Kids Lack Injury Prevention Measures [news]
A new study by researchers documents a need for increased injury prevention efforts in many of the most popular activities for kids (walking, bicycling, swimming, sports and playground use) in the United States. Injury is the leading cause of death for young people in the U.S., yet many public health efforts to promote physical activity in kids do not consider the numerous available strategies to incorporate injury prevention.
High Animal Fat Diet Increases Gestational Diabetes Risk [news]
Women who consumed a diet high in animal fat and cholesterol before pregnancy were at higher risk for gestational diabetes than women whose diets were lower in animal fat and cholesterol, according to researchers
Bad news for fashionistas: high heels do ruin the way you walk [news]
High heels can permanently change the way women walk and put them at greater risk of strain injuries, scientists have determined. Researchers in Australia found that regular outings in towering heels shorten the fibres in women's calf muscles and can change the position of joints and muscles in the feet.
Gene linked to fat storage capacity [news]
Some people are fatter than others even when they eat similar food because of genes that encourage fat storage, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Edinburgh identified a number of genes in fat tissue that may lead people to retain weight unnecessarily in the body.
Why diets make you fatter [news]
Fact: Almost without exception, anyone who tries to lose weight rapidly with a diet fails. They might shed kilos in the short term but will ultimately put it all back on - and then some. In fact, one of the authors of a study published in the American Psychologist journal in 2007 went so far as to call dieting ''a consistent predictor of future weight gain''. Perversely, it seems, if you want to get fatter, just go on a diet and wait for a bit.
Exercise smart - heed your heart [news]
Whether you're interested in running a marathon or staving off the chronic diseases of ageing, to reap the rewards of your efforts getting into the zone is essential. Experts say knowing and staying within your heart rate training zone is an easy way to pace the intensity of your workout. "Your goal is to get to a stage where you're fit enough to exercise within your heart rate training zone."
Scientists Identify an Innate Function of Vitamin E [news]
It's rubbed on the skin to reduce signs of aging and consumed by athletes to improve endurance but scientists now have the first evidence of one of vitamin E's normal body functions. The powerful antioxidant found in most foods helps repair tears in the plasma membranes that protect cells from outside forces and screen what enters and exits. Everyday activities such as eating and exercise can tear the plasma membrane and the new research shows that vitamin E is essential to repair.
How Poor Maternal Diet Can Increase Risk of Diabetes [news]
Researchers have shown one way in which poor nutrition in the womb can put a person at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes and other age-related diseases in later life. This finding could lead to new ways of identifying people who are at a higher risk of developing these diseases and might open up targets for treatment.
Targeting Leg Fatigue in Heart Failure [news]
Doctors should not only treat the heart muscle in chronic heart failure patients, but also their leg muscles through exercise, say researchers in a major new study. Heart failure causes breathlessness and fatigue that severely limits normal daily activities such as walking. The University of Leeds research team has, for the first time, shown that leg muscle dysfunction is related to the severity of symptoms in heart failure patients.
When Warming Up for the Race, Less Is More [news]
Coaches, physiologists and athletes alike will attest to the importance of warming up before athletic competition. Warming up increases muscle temperature, accelerates oxygen uptake kinetics and increases anaerobic metabolism, all of which enhance performance. However, the question of how long and strenuous a warm-up should be is more contentious, with some in the sports community advocating longer warm-ups and others espousing shorter ones. Now researchers have found evidence indicating that less is more.
How Muscle Fatigue Originates in the Head [news]
A low-calorie diet eliminates insulin dependence and leads to improved heart function in obese patients with type 2 diabetes, according to a study presented in November. "Lifestyle interventions may have more powerful beneficial cardiac effects than medication in these patients".
Fitness Levels Decline With Age, Especially After 45 [news]
Men and women become gradually less fit with age, with declines accelerating after age 45, according to a report in the October 26 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, however, maintaining a healthy body mass index (BMI), not smoking and being physically active are associated with higher fitness levels throughout adult life.
Physical Fitness Trumps Body Weight in Reducing Death Risks, Study Finds
If you maintain or improve your fitness level -- even if your body weight has not changed or increased -- you can reduce your risk of death, according to research. In a study of 14,345 adult men, mostly white and middle or upper class, researchers found that...
Where it Hurts isn't where the Problem is [news]
Traditionally when our clients/patients have come in to see us with sore spots we’ve assessed the sore spots and treated the sore spots to make them go away. This assumes that the cause and the symptom are one in the same, an assumption that this article will show, is not one we can make. Here is an example of two patients to demonstrate the point that where it hurts isn’t where the problem is.
The Fat-Burning Zone: News On Burning Fat [news]
Obesity-related diseases are an increasing health problem. Researchers at the University of Oslo have now uncovered a central component of fat metabolism. It is well known that exercise results in "fat burning." Physical activity and fight-or-flight responses increase the levels of hormones like adrenaline, inducing the metabolism of fat. Until recently, some of the molecular details of exactly how this works have been a mystery.
Physical Activity Impacts Overall Quality of Sleep [news]
People sleep significantly better and feel more alert during the day if they get at least 150 minutes of exercise a week, a new study concludes. A nationally representative sample of more than 2,600 men and women, ages 18-85, found that 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity a week, which is the national guideline, provided a 65 percent improvement in sleep quality. People also said they felt less sleepy during the day, compared to those with less physical activity.
Mid-Morning Snacking May Sabotage Weight-Loss Efforts [news]
Women dieters who grab a snack between breakfast and lunch lose less weight compared to those who abstain from a mid-morning snack, according to a study led by researchers at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. In the course of the year-long study, the researchers found that mid-morning snackers lost an average of 7 percent of their total body weight while those who ate a healthy breakfast but did not snack before lunch lost more than 11 percent of their body weight.
Does Specific Isolated Muscle Training have a Place? [news]
Over the last 10 years there has been ongoing controversy amongst health and movement professionals as to whether training specific local muscles to control joint movement is necessary. It is true that local stabiliser muscles do not work in isolation from global muscles in normal function. But does this mean that there is no place for specifically isolating them in the initial phase of training? What do we mean by training? Is it training for fitness and conditioning, for injury prevention, or to rehabilitate an injury?
Does strength training increase stability? [news]
If you're strong, surely you'd have good stable joints. Strength training improves joint stability - right? This article explores some of the key concepts that show that this isn't necessarily the case. Firstly we'd better differentiate between local and global stability. To get an understanding of the difference it's useful to look at muscle function (Comerford and Mottram, 2001). While these muscle functions are integrated in "real life", it's useful to have these artificial classifications to understand how to develop a treatment plan. Local stabilisers such as multifidus and transverse abdominus act to control segmental translation. When applied to the lumbar spine, think of controlling the axis of rotation of each segment and the facet joints.
Don't let myths, misinformation keep you from exercise [news]
If you still think sit-ups will reduce your belly flab, we've got some depressing news: You've fallen for one of the all-time great exercise myths. Fitness misconceptions are rampant, in part due to misleading infomercials, but also because scientific results are mixed on some commonly held beliefs. Meanwhile, what works for one person doesn't necessarily benefit another.
Is cheese better than butter for heart health? [news]
Doctors and nutritionists have long recommended avoiding all animal fats to trim cholesterol, but Danish researchers say cheese may not be so bad, and probably shouldn't be placed in the same category as butter. According to their study, people who ate daily servings of cheese for six-week intervals had lower LDL cholesterol, the so-called ''bad'' cholesterol, than when they ate a comparable amount of butter.
Alternative therapies show promise for osteoarthritis [news]
While there are many types of arthritis, osteoarthritis is the most common form and affects more than 25 million Americans. Osteoarthritis, or OA, is due to the loss of the cartilage cushion that lines the joints, leading to joint pain, reduced range of motion, and occasionally swelling and deformity. Researchers have looked at a number of alternative therapies to help prevent or treat arthritis, and glucosamine and chondroitin are two popular supplements that have been studied for their role in this regard.
What to do after a workout [news]
You may have perfect form inside the gym, but it's what you do afterwards that can make or break your workout, say scientists who have studied the impact of exercise on the human body. Given that the break-down of muscle tissue is the body's main response to strenuous physical effort, they warn that those with sloppy post-workout habits will likely suffer fatigue, pain, dehydration, lower immunity and may even risk serious injury.
Precor launches new Experience Series Cardio Equipment [news]
The new Series – combining award-winning cardio units with a new range of consoles – was officially launched at IHRSA in March 2011. Undoubtedly the flagship of the new range, the P80 features a highly robust, commercial grade capacitive touch screen – similar to screens used for other high-use commercial purposes, including bank ATMs and airport check-in terminals. The capacitive screen also allows users to perform ‘gesture motions’, such as sweeping across different screens in the same way that users can control leading phone and entertainment devices.
Researchers Develop eButton, an Easier Way to Monitor Food Intake, Exercise, and Lifestyle [news]
People attempting to lose weight won't need to track their daily food intake anymore, thanks to a wearable, picture-taking device created at the University of Pittsburgh. eButton -- a device worn on the chest (like a pin) that contains a miniature camera, accelerometer, GPS, and other sensors -- captures data and information of health activities, eliminating the need for daily self-reporting.
Lowering Salt May Raise Cholesterol [news]
For decades, experts have been recommending that Americans cut down on their salt consumption to reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke. According to a new study, however, while reducing dietary salt does lower blood pressure, it may also lead to a slight boost in cholesterol, a separate risk factor for heart disease.
How to choose: Breakfast cereals for kids [news]
There are so many cereals to choose from! Here are some label-reading tips to help us make good decisions for our kids. Breakfast is an essential start to the day; it refuels children’s brains as well as their bodies. Cereals with milk provide carbohydrate, some protein, B vitamins, fibre and calcium. Earlier this year, Consumer magazine compared 26 breakfast cereals specifically aimed at children and found that over half of them were at least 1/3 sugar.
Asthma and eczema [news]
A strong link between asthma and eczema is now globally recognised. We look at the role food plays in these conditions and how avoiding certain foods, especially those with sulfites, may help. Scottish researchers discovered a genetic mutation in the skin of people who have eczema and asthma. The gene, called filaggrin, helps form the skin’s outer protective layer.
Look After Your Brain [news]
As the average life span becomes longer, dementia becomes more common. Swedish scientist Laura Fratiglioni has shown that everyone can minimize his or her risk of being affected. Factors from blood pressure and weight to the degree of physical and mental activity can influence cognitive functioning as one gets older Age is the greatest risk factor for developing dementia. But there is growing evidence that the strong association with increasing age can be, at least partially, explained by a life course cumulative exposure to different risk factors.
Key To A Healthy Lifestyle Is In The Mind [news]
The main factors influencing the amount of physical exercise people carry out are their self-perceived ability and the extent of their desire to exercise. A study has shown that psychological concerns are the most important barriers to an active lifestyle. "Our findings highlight the need for health promotion programs to enhance people's confidence and motivation, as well as providing education on the health benefits of physical activity".
How to Eat Healthy When You're On the Move [news]
When you’re home, you are master of your domain. You control what comes into the kitchen and what lands on your children’s plates. But what happens when you’re not at home - when you’re traveling, fighting traffic, waiting at the airport, running late or stuck at the mall and your child is starving? The fear of drive through and fast food restaurants has been drilled into most of us, but sometimes there’s no avoiding a meal out at a less than healthy establishment. So here are some tips and guidelines for smart ordering and healthy practices when eating out.
The Healing Power of Honey - From Burns to Weak Bones [news]
What is raw honey? Raw honey is honey which has not been pasteurized or filtered so it has all the beneficial nutrients still in tact. Raw honey is a treasure chest of vitamins and minerals and has been used for centuries in medicinal remedies, both internally and externally. The list of honey's beneficial functions is a long one.
Diabetes Can Be Reversed Through Major Diet and Lifestyle Changes [news]
A recent report by CNN says that improving one's diet, keeping off excess weight, and regularly exercising, can help millions of people with diabetes get rid of it for good. Typically, overweight or obese people who eat poorly and exercise little develop type 2 diabetes. The conventional course of action is then to regularly watch blood sugar levels with a monitor and take daily shots of insulin, the hormone normally produced by the pancreas to process sugars, but that is lacking in diabetics. But by eliminating processed foods loaded with highly refined sugars, eating lots of whole, organic foods, and getting regular exercise to maintain healthy muscle and fat levels, diabetes can actually get their bodies back on track to where they can once again naturally produce their own insulin, and even stop having to inject themselves with insulin every day.
10 Immune Boosting Flu Shot Alternative [news]
Pharmacies have already begun promoting walk-in flu shots for the "flu season". The late and early months of each year seem to be when more of us catch colds and come down with the flu. So what measures can you take to ensure you are not sidelined with nagging colds or a debilitating flu episode? This article will give you nine easy tips, with probably the most important last. There you'll also be able to access a Health Ranger video with Mike Adams, which convincingly debunks the concept of "flu season".
Physical Fitness Could Have a Positive Effect On Eye Health [news]
Physical activity may be what the doctor orders to help patients reduce their risk of developing glaucoma. According to a recently published scientific paper, higher levels of physical exercise appear to have a long-term beneficial impact on low ocular perfusion pressure (OPP), an important risk factor for glaucoma.
Elderly Exercising Can Reduce Falls And Injury [news]
Elderly women are at high risk of hip fractures and costly hip replacement procedures. However, a new September 27th JAMA journal article appearing in Archives of Internal Medicine, states that improvements in gait strength and balance, achieved in the comfort of home can aid in prevention for these high risk patients.
Twists and turns that make a difference [news]
It has the latest fitness equipment, from a Cybex training circuit to stationary Expresso Cycles with video screens that let you bike virtually through a bucolic countryside. It holds classes in yoga, Pilates, boot camp and the hottest exercise trend, Zumba. And it offers personal training, massage therapy and a variety of health screenings. Yet it's not a glitzy mirror-wall health club aimed at fitness-minded singles. In fact, its business has nothing to do with fitness...
Where it Hurts isn't where the Problem is [news]
Traditionally when our clients/patients have come in to see us with sore spots we’ve assessed the sore spots and treated the sore spots to make them go away. This assumes that the cause and the symptom are one in the same, an assumption that this article will show, is not one we can make. David Liow uses two patients to demonstrate the point that where it hurts isn’t where the problem is.
Movement Analysis and Motor Control Training for the Lumbar Spine [news]
Back pain can be caused by trauma but frequently it is insidious, recurrent and related to uncontrolled movement patterns. Uncontrolled movement patterns are motor control deficits. It is important to understand the difference between strength deficits and control deficits. A person may have good strength in individual muscle groups but may be unable to control rotation across the lumbo-pelvic region, for example, when walking or carrying an object in one hand. Or they may lose control of their lumbar spine when they incur a flexion or extension load on the spine, despite displaying reasonalble individual muscle strength. Assessing control of these movements then correcting deficits is essential to address these problems.
Is there a Barefoot Running Controversy? [news]
The controversy over barefoot running has existed for a very short time but the interest in barefoot running is not new. I believe that the controversy over barefoot running is mostly a cyberspace phenomenon and wouldn't exist without the internet. This is because the bulk of the people who claim to be the "purveyors of truth" on the matter, post blogs based on very little fact and can easily flood the internet with their opinions.
Hitting Hard on the Heels May Hit Hard on the Bones [news]
Stress fractures are amongst the most frequently diagnosed injuries in athletes. Some reports suggest that the rate of tibial stress fracture could be as high as 33 – 55% of all diagnosed stress fractures. Stress fractures occur when sub maximum strain is applied to the bone at a frequency that normal repair processes of osteoclasts and osteoblasts can’t handle.
Treating Chronic Fatigue and Adrenal Fatigue Naturally [news]
The easy, relaxed lifestyle experienced by our ancestors no longer exists, and we're not even aware of how much stress we're under. The problem? "Our lifestyles have changed, but our bodies haven't,"
Is hunger all in the mind? [news]
Feeling peckish? Never quite satisfied by low-calorie, healthy snacks? Your hunger may have as much to do with what's in your head as it does with what's on your plate, according to a new study by Yale University.
Satisfying your Paleo pangs [news]
The "caveman" or "Paleo" diet is a hot topic with personal trainers - but is it healthy and is it a good option for weight loss? Food and nutrition are things about which everyone has an opinion. After all, we all have to eat; food is a fundamental part of life.
Business Plan Template [news]
This template provides an outline of the points you need to cover when you write your plan.
The Fair Trading Act [news]
The Commerce Commission publishes factsheets and guidelines for businesses and consumers wanting to better understand their obligations and rights under the Fair Trading Act.
Customer Service and Complaints [news]
How to deal best with complaints, what consumers want, and a checklist on the process of how to keep a customer informed during a repair process.
We Quote Prices Over the Phone [news]
What’s your price?” “I’m sorry, I can’t tell you.” That conversation will happen more this month than at any time during the rest of the year.
How to respond to Member Complaints [news]
How you respond to complaints can be the difference between keeping and losing business.
How to Work Effectively with Independent Contractors [news]
The keys to success are communication, expectation and documentation.
How to Create a Welcoming Environment [news]
Make sure patrons are not turned off by your facility before they even enter it.
How to Manage Generational Differences in the Workplace [news]
The need to understand what drives employees of all ages is more critical than ever.
Assess Your Business's Capabilities [news]
The Capability Healthcheck is an easy-to-use tool designed to assess your business health.
25 Ways to Simplify Your Business [news]
Fine-tune your business with our ideas for simplifying and streamlining your operations.
How to Avoid Year-End Time-Wasting [news]
The last few weeks of the year aren't very productive. Here are five suggestions for making the most of the quiet time.
How to Increase Your Profit [news]
For most businesses, the easiest way to increase profitability is to reduce costs. This isn’t as much fun as winning major contracts, or tripling sales, or opening new branches. But reducing direct costs can dramatically increase the profit on each sale, and eliminating unnecessary business overheads can have an immediate pleasing impact on your bottom line.
Key Management Skills [news]
Most small business owners start out with a good business concept but not much idea of what it takes to manage and grow a business. The good news is that you can learn and improve on your management skills as your business grows.
Business Structures [news]
Every business needs a ‘structure’, which really means the type of legal structure the business operates under so everyone knows what type of business you are.
What the 90-Day Trial Period Means For You [news]
In March 2009, an optional 90-day trial period for employers who employ 19 people or less was introduced. This change to the labour law allowed smaller businesses to hire new staff, by agreement, for a trial period of up to 90 calendar days.
Introduction to Business Taxes
It is important that you meet your business tax obligation. This section outlines what the obligations are, and helps you keep adequate records in order to complete your tax returns.
Plan Your Marketing [news]
Every marketing activity you undertake should help you to achieve at least one of the results below:
Top Tips for Dealing with Biz Disasters [news]
No business is ever safe from harm. This guide will show you how to plan for and bounce back from an unexpected crisis--and keep your customers in the meantime.
Clearly Communicating With Employees [news]
If you have employees, getting them to do exactly what you want can be a constant battle (especially when most of us running businesses were never really trained to be managers of people). As our businesses grow and we add employees, our skill set needs to change (unless you move into a larger business structure and can afford professional managers).
How to Encourage Word of Mouth [news]
What's the first thing we do when we want to find a good doctor, accountant, a hotel, a restaurant, or a movie? We ask others for a recommendation - friends, relatives, business associates. If we trust the person making the recommendation, we often act upon the referral. And the business we were referred to gets one more customer without having to spend a cent on advertising or promotion.
Expanding With a Second Location [news]
Contemplating business expansion? Here are 5 things to help make your decision a little easier.
How to Block Competition [news]
In today's business climate, virtually every company has more competition than they did a few years ago. And many of these competitors are beating at your customers' door in an effort to get their business. Some of these competitors will be more aggressive than you are and will succeed in getting your client's attention. If that happens, there's a good chance you could lose that customer.
Avoid Common Marketing Mistakes [news]
Here's a quick list of the ten most common marketing mistakes business owners make - plus tips for how to steer clear of them.
Developing a Training Plan for Your Employees [news]
Small business owners generally rate poorly when it comes to providing appropriate training for their employees. Their attitude is usually: ‘Learn it on the job, by shadowing someone else – or you’re fired!’
How to Set Club Membership Fees [news]
Clear thinking and firm self-knowledge are required when setting club membership fees.
What You Need to Know About Recruiting [news]
Recruiting can be expensive so it makes good business sense to get the people that are right for your enterprise, and keep them.
Meet the Expert: Older Adult Solutions [news]
Move beyond the status quo to attract and serve the growing older adult population.
Paying Yourself: From Start Up and Beyond [news]
Determining your salary is one of the most important you'll make as a business owner. Here's how to do it.
Guidelines for Children in Exercise Facilities [news]
After over 2 years of development, and extensive industry and expert consultation, in early 2009 FitnessNZ released the New Zealand Guidelines for Children in Exercise Facilities. The guidelines’ development was financially supported by FitnessNZ, Sparc, and ACC. The development of the guidelines was lead by Dr Robert Parker of the Children’s Hospital of Sports Medicine (CHISM), Sydney, Australia.
Why is Business Planning Important? [news]
Setting out to build or grow your business without a business plan is like switching on the ignition and driving out your driveway without knowing where you are going, or how you plan to get there.
Market Your Point of Difference [news]
Competitive advantage is the edge you enjoy over other businesses; the reason why people choose to do business with you rather than your competitors.
Pumping Iron? A Lighter Load May Give Better Results [news]
Enough with the grunting and groaning at the gym. New research this week in PLoS One shows that, to build muscle, it's more effective to lift a lighter weight many times than to lift a heavy load that you can only manage five or 10 times.
The Older Kids Get, The Less They Move [news]
Every parent knows that overscheduling kids is a no-no. Not only is it exhausting for parents, who must cart those little people from place to place, but kids need time to relax. Or do they?
To Build a Better Youth Athlete, Slug Sports Drinks [news]
Team sports ain't what they used to be. Parents jeer, coaches demand and kids — understandably — are under a lot of pressure to perform. Competition, even at young ages, can be intense. Let's talk stamina. On those days your child needs a little extra boost on the football field, forget the energy bars; it's energy drinks your budding winner needs.
Sports Programming - Know Your Game [news]
If you’re working with athletes you need to know your sport and how best to prepare your athletes. Here is some of the information that you’ll need to understand to put together a conditioning plan for netball and rugby union athletes.
Boot camp latest fitness fad [news]
Bootcamp is hot, Pilates is not, according to a new survey forecasting fitness trends for 2011. In fact so precipitous was the fall of Pilates, once a fitness staple, that Dr. Walter Thompson, lead author of an annual poll conducted by the American College of Sports Medicine, is starting to call it a fad. "Fads are here today, gone tomorrow," Thompson said. "Pilates has been very strong since 2008. But for 2011 it fell off the list completely."
Update on Music Licensing [news]
Music licensing is looking likely to be a MAJOR issue in New Zealand. In Australia the rates proposed to use music (of any form, including the radio. CDs, TV etc) in gyms are over $100,000 for a moderate sized club! FitnessNZ has been working on this on many levels, and this has been communicated to members.
Casual Employment [news]
All employees have minimum rights and entitlements - including casual employees. What is casual employment? Usually this is employment “as and when” required, with no guarantee of set hours or continuation of employment. In practice, some employees who are described as “casual”, may in fact have an ongoing employment relationship with an employer.
Health: The Real Story About Low Fat [news]
You may have noticed the headlines suggesting that low-fat diets--long recommended as the path to better health--don't do any good. Before you rush off to order a cheeseburger with an ice-cream chaser, however, you should take a closer look at the studies on which those headlines were based. You'll probably end up concluding, as I did, that paying attention to how much and what kind of fat you consume is pretty important after all.
First Comes Love, Then Comes Obesity? [news]
It's full-on wedding season, but anyone about to pledge to have and to hold should pay closer attention to the bit about "in sickness and in health." New research shows that within a few short years of getting hitched, married individuals are twice as likely to become obese as are people who are merely dating.
Cancer Control [news]
Ask a doctor about the best ways to prevent breast cancer, and you're likely to hear about a number of things you can't easily control: being blessed with the right genes, hitting puberty later than age 12, having your first child before you're 30. It's not exactly a basis for action. Increasingly, though, physicians are mentioning a few things you can do that just might help reduce the frightening 1-in-8 odds of getting breast cancer.
Can Sugar Substitutes Make You Fat? [news]
When it comes to dieting, most of us are willing to resort to a trick or two to help us curb our appetite and eat less — drinking water to fill up when we're hungry, for example, or opting for artificial sweeteners instead of sugar to get the same satisfying sweetness without the offending calories.
The Science of Appetite [news]
Nature prefers you fat, but you can take control. New research could explain better approaches to dieting and how to curb your appetite. No diet has ever been able to defy the laws of thermodynamics. Whether you go low carb, low fat, low this or low that, the only way to lose weight is to burn more calories than you consume.
Multidirectional Speed Training [news]
Coaches in sports such as golf, tennis and swimming recognise the gains in performance that can be achieved through specifically targeting skill. As most sports are based around using bats, racquets, and/or balls of some description the control of these objects is often the focus when it comes to skill development.
Planning and Assessing Training Loads in Sports Conditioning [news]
The article gives practical ways to measure training loads for sports conditioning. We will also show-case some the high tech new ways during the Sports Conditioning Workshop.
Discover Detox Secrets From Around The World [news]
Wouldn’t it be nice to live in a pollution-free environment, where we drank only the purest of water and ate naturally untainted foods? Where the homes we lived in were free of chemicals and the air we breathed, water in which we swam, and even the clothes hugging our skin were clean of any artificial substances?
Vitamin D - Myths and Facts [news]
For the last 30 years or so, doctors (dermatologists in particular), health officials, beauty experts and many product companies have been demonizing the sun. They’ve told us to avoid it because without sunscreen, exposure to the sun’s rays will damage skin and cause cancer. But this oversimplification distorts the facts.
How to Cleanse and Nourish Your Cells with Fresh Vegetable Juices [news]
Drinking just one freshly pressed juice each day is a reliable way of infusing your body with a wide variety of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that can protect your cells against premature aging and disease.
How to feel full and not gain weight [news]
It IS possible to eat the warming winter comfort food we want, without stacking on the kilos. As winter approaches, we change the food we eat. Instead of salads and light dishes, we want more warming, comforting food such as soups, hearty casseroles and creamy mash. And then we add our winter kilos. Sound familiar? The good news is we can learn the tricks to have our comfort food and eat it, too.
Practical Programming: From Back Pain to a Pain Free Bend Pattern – The Deadlift [news]
Why do we need to train this particular movement pattern? Even with our sedentary lifestyles we're all required to bend many times through out the day - life still exists below desk level! However bending with poor technique i.e. from the waist without use of the lower extremities, places significantly increased pressure on the lumbar disks.
Women shouldn't avoid strength training [news]
Despite building stronger bones and providing a metabolic boost that burns fat for hours after a workout, experts say too many women resist it because of a misplaced fear of morphing into the Incredible Hulk. "People who lift weights are generally leaner," said Lou Schuler, a strength and conditioning expert. "This idea that pounds of muscle are suddenly going to appear on a woman's body because she lifts weights is just a delusion."
Overeating while pregnant leads to obese babies [news]
Women who gain too much weight during pregnancy have big babies, putting their children at risk of becoming heavy later on, a new study says. American researchers followed all births in Michigan and New Jersey between 1989 and 2003. They then focused on women who had more than one child, to exclude the possibility that women who were genetically predisposed to be obese were simply passing those genes to their babies.
Wrist mishaps move to shoulders [news]
Fitness is one way of dodging injury in the ski season, which can especially damage the wrists and shoulders of snowboarders. Picking up an injury halfway through the ski season can, at best, be a minor irritation. At worst you may find yourself packing the gear away and watching boarders and skiers gliding down unspoilt slopes with the sun on their backs - at home on a DVD. Hurrumph.
Paracetamol linked to childhood asthma [news]
Results from an international study suggest the increasing use of paracetamol by children may have contributed to the rising prevalence of childhood asthma. But an expert said today the findings didn't constitute a reason to stop using the drug in childhood.
