What the heck is this? A woman in New Jersey wants to gain 400 pounds so that she can get up to 1000 pounds. Why would anyone want to do this to their body? My gut tells me to watch my and I feel sooo much better when I am active and improving my fitness. This lady seems to have a crazy goal that … [Read more...] about Future 1000 Pound Woman
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Fitness Level in Canada Dropping
My all consuming goal behind this blog is to create an awareness of what is important to make people healthier. Apparently there is a lot more work to do. The Canadian government came up with research showing that Canadians are less fit now than they were 30 years ago when I was a kid. Not good … [Read more...] about Fitness Level in Canada Dropping
Michelle Obama Workouts
Michelle Obama was on Barbara Walters this week and the story about her fabulous arms came up yet again. It seems that the biggest fitness story of the year is Michelle Obamas arms. On the Barbara Walters 10 Most Fascinating People show Michelle Obama told her loss secret. She works out for … [Read more...] about Michelle Obama Workouts
Thanksgiving Shopping Health Tips
With the holidays approaching, one can anticipate a few extra treats¦and possibly a few extra inches and pounds. Lady Foot Locker recommends shoppers take advantage of the 'black Friday' haul, and let the mall do the work. With the right footwear, it can do exactly that. Toning footwear like … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Shopping Health Tips
Trends in Fitness
A lasting trend is developing in health and fitness, according to an American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) survey published in the November/December issue of ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal®. The importance of experienced and educated fitness professionals remains the top predicted … [Read more...] about Trends in Fitness