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Childhood Obesity.. Why?

Child Obesity.

An issue that is not being taken as seriously as it should be. Children today are consummed with the latest technology so much that their health and active lifestyles are basically non-existent. Unfortunately it doesnt stop at just the physical. Childhood obesity can ignite a snowball of other issues like low self esteem, bullying, onset of early health conditions like diabetes and even puberty.

So how do we get our childrens lives back on track? We have numerous resources to provide our children with healthier eating habits and methods of exercise: extra curricular actvities at schools and local parks or recreation centers, fitness facilites, even regular outdoor play. Restaurants and fast food chains even offer some healthy alternatives (i.e apples slices instead of fries, baked sweet potato instead of a baked white potato).

So why are our children still overweight? Why are we not using these resources to help save our children? And why are we not setting the example?

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.

Six Secrets of Fitness Success

M is for ModerationSECRET NUMBER ONE: Do everything in moderation, including exercise. Don't expect a body that's been inactive for years to suddenly jump to full capacity without the chance of something really bad happening. Start slowly, increasing intensity levels or workout duration gradually and in small increments. This will keep you injury free and coming back for more.

A is for extra ActivitySECRET NUMBER TWO: Don't rely completely on an exercise program to make up for an otherwise inactive lifestyle. Losing weight and getting in shape should be more than a formal exercise program, but rather a lifestyle change. Get involved and give up your couch potato status. Walk instead of taking the bus. Take the stairs. Join a bowling league. Whatever it takes, just get up and move.

N is for Never MissSECRET NUMBER THREE: Create a schedule and stick to it. If a missed workout is unavoidable due to an illness or emergency, reschedule, but don't skip it altogether. That's not to say you can't schedule an occasional day or week off. We all need vacation and time away from our normal routine. Be realistic with your original approach, and missed workouts will become smaller problem.

T is for Try Different StuffSECRET NUMBER FOUR: Variety is the spice of life and can be the key to success in the gym. If you follow the same program day in and day out for years, your body will adapt, and the challenge will diminish - so will your results. Mix things up from day to day and week to week. Machines, free weights, push ups, swimming, jogging, walking, and the list goes on and on. There's surely not a shortage of options. Change things up as best you can.

R is for Resistance ExercisesSECRET NUMBER FIVE: I'm a big fan of both aerobic (cardiovascular) and resistance (strength) training, not to mention stretching, but a successful program can sometimes eliminate cardio, especially if your strength training is done with light weight, high reps and short rest. BUT you will NEVER change the shape of your body without the addition of some resistance work. Working with weights (even very light weight or body weight) will change your shape!

A is for AwarenessSECRET NUMBER SIX: Pay attention! Don't saunter in and out of the gym without being present and focused on what you're doing. Track your reps, sets, and weights. Be sure to know how to find your target heart rate, and work within that level. Making timely adjustments based on the changes you see and feel will keep you progressing, as well as help avoid injury.

BodiGlyphix Says... Let's Outlive the TURKEY !!!

Watch out for this common trap: You persuade yourself that because you’re following a low-carb eating plan, Thanksgiving will be easy as pie (er, make that steak!). Heck, you tell yourself, it’s all about the turkey, right? Wrong! There’s the stuffing… and the cranberry sauce… and the ooey-gooey marshmallows on the candied sweet potatoes… and before you know it, your stay-on-my-low-carb-food-plan intentions have faded into a drift of apple crumb pie.

So don’t play the role of the turkey this year. Instead, consider preparing with these tips:

1. When in doubt, work it out when you’re feeling stressed! This holiday season, make a plan to keep pace with your exercise goals by scheduling fitness time on your calendar, just as you would a doctor’s appointment or work meeting.

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To Burn or Not to Burn

I was asked the other day what is the effect on the body when you take a fat burner along with an EFA ( essential fatty acids ) ? The answer is : When you take a Fat Burner at the same ,or around the time of taking EFA's the Fat Burners win the battle by canceling out the absorption of the EFA . To solve this issue take your EFA's an hour to hour and a half before taking your Fat Burners or 2 to 3 hours after taking Fat Burners .

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COMPLIANCE!

The Fitness subject for this moment is 'Compliance' ! So many people claim that they want to change , be healthy , lose Weight , make more money , look better , get over an ailment , etc but once they receive the guidance , info or have the supplements/medication to achieve these positive changes they refuse to follow or take advice, products, or action needed. Or they go in half-heartedly, expecting a miracle!