Overweight or Overfat ??

Many people may actually be overfat but not overweight. Fat can also be hidden throughout the body. A person may be overfat without the appearance of being overweight. As we age, muscle tissue is replaced with fat. This occurs despite regular exercise. When the muscle's capacity to store fat is exceeded, excess fat is then stored outside the muscle, around body organs, and under the skin. The fat that is now being added to the body results in the person becoming overfat and overweight.

Many people are motivated to diet by wanting to be thin and attractive like the models we see everywhere--on TV and in magazines. What is far more important is that a leaner body reduces the risk for certain diseases. Studies show that a 20 percent increase in body weight increases the risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes.

Body composition describes the percentages of fat, muscle, and bone in your body. Many experts think men's bodies should be between 12 to 18 percent fat, while women's should be 18 to 22 percent fat. Knowing your body composition can help you design a fitness program to build more fat-burning muscle. BodiGlyphiX: Total Fitness & Health Enhancement can provide you a Body Assessment that will give you the information you need to change your body composition and not simply lose weight but improve your overall health. Contact us at info@BodiGlyphiX.com to set up your appointment.