Lead a Longer Life when you exercise, The Boomer Boom

I read that article that I have linked to below with excitement because the news that exercising leads to a longer life and the aging of America intersect nicely for people like me whom Train individuals for a living.  It is no wonder then that it was recently reported that we will have a shortage of Physical Fitness Trainers in the coming years as the aging baby Boomers work to eat and live better.  And what could be more rewarding than helping older Americans lead a more productive life?  It is a great time to be in the Physical Fitness business and the welcome mat is out to others.

http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/news/20120830/healthy-living-old-age-can-add-up-to_6-years

Having someone to push you works

I am a big believer in motivation.  Some of us have very strong self motivation and can push ourselves without much assitance. Some of us, even Olympic Athletes like the great Michael Phelps, need a coach to push us along.  I was also struck by the coach/athlete realtionships that were on display at the Olympic Gymnastic events. Most of us could do bettter if we had a coach. Enjoy the attached article that makes that point well which is my coaching advice for the day.

http://healthland.time.com/2012/07/31/want-to-lose-weight-a-coach-or-a-buddy-can-help/

Heat is Good up to a point

It is good to get advice that takes a general idea such as the article that I am linking to about heat and then breaks it down for better understanding.  Yes working out in the heat can be very good for the muscles but only up to a point.  Essentially, humidity can be the cause of a heat issue.  Exercising when it is 90 and less than 30% humidity is better than 80 and over 60% humidity. In all cases, especailly those of high humidity, hydration is very important. So enjoy the heat but watch the water/humidity!



http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/06/18/uk-fitness-heat-idUSLNE85H01520120618

Artificial Sweetners a Mystery, better than sugar.

I found an article that concisely highlights the debate over artificail sweetners. Which ones are OK and which are risky to long term health.  The one conclusion is that while all of the research is inconclusive that the artificial swettners are deemed to be "safe" by the FDA and that all scientists agree that they are better than sugar when it comes to leading a healthy life.

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/06/11/which-sweetener-should-you-choose/

Oils and Fats reconsidered

I read the linked article about OIl rediscovered and was remided how Points of View can change on the types of food that we consume.  Who would even think of adding Lard to an oil today to spike up flavor given the bad image that lard has.  But as  Mark points out, we now find that natural fats can have a role in a diet in a moderated way. Plus, and here is the good news, adding these natural fats like lard or various nut oils can give food great flavor.  Never think that you know it all because all I can say is that the point of view will change and what was out might actually become back in.


http://www.qsrmagazine.com/marc-halperin/oil-reconsidered?utm_campaign=20120518&microsite=3+4109&utm_source=jolt&utm_medium=email

No More Pot Bellies

I am linking to a study that highlights the risk of having excess belly fat around the mid section.  There is a correlation betweeen large waist lines and sudden Cardiac Arrest.  Anormal exercise routine combined with a focus against better eating can really help to put one out of the danger zone. Articles like these seem scary but they are real and it is time to wake up.

http://consumer.healthday.com/Article.asp?AID=664467

A Healthy lifestyle is more than working out

I like the attached article for its focus on Healthy Eating and how cooking at home can help someone learn about healthy eating.  Diet should be about what is good to eat versus how much less you eat.  A well rounded lifestyle combines Physical fitness and healthy Eating. 

http://blogs.psychcentral.com/weightless/2012/04/healthy-eating-nutrition-education-qa-with-michelle-neyman-morris/