Why weights training for women over 50 is a good idea

When seeking a fitness program that is tailored to your age group, it’s not the amount of time you devote to daily training that’s important, it’s the consistent amount of time devoted OVER time to fitness that makes all the difference. Health and fitness is a LONG game and the smartest players, those that are …


Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyle

The subject of nutrition is always controversial. It seems like every week there is a new study or diet in the news.  Yet despite diet controversies, there are many accepted principles of good nutrition where most experts agree. Most people who follow those principles as part of their lifestyle usually do just fine. If they …


10 Small Steps to Improve Your Health

Many of us make health-related resolutions, such as to lose weight, stop smoking or join the neighbourhood health club. While it is common to set high goals, experts say that setting smaller goals could do more for our health. Personally, I think that “Small steps are achievable and are easier to fit into your daily …


Australia, (if you didn’t already know) most of the population in our country is overweight or obese.

The medical world generally defines ‘overweight’ as a condition in which a person’s weight is 10 to 20 percent higher than ‘normal’, as defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 25 to 30. ‘Obesity’ is defined as a condition in which a person’s weight is 20 percent or more above ‘normal’ weight, or has …


Lose Weight for A Healthier Heart

Obesity has reached epidemic proportions around the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of obese Americans continues to rise. In fact, 30 percent of adults over age 20 more than 60 million people are obese, which means they are 15 kilograms overweight and have a BMI, or body mass …