Thou shoulds't eat to live, not live to eat."- Socrates

Tuesday, April 06, 2010

If you all know me, I NEVER EVER would intentionally want to hurt anyone's feelings, so let me just start out by saying if I TRULY did not care about a person's well being and health, I would not take the time to gather information and share it with you concerning the new way to lose weight. I KNOW how hard weight loss is, I TOTALLY understand the frustrations that come along with losing 5-200 pounds. I just hate for ANYONE to suffer any damage to their bodies that may not become apparent for 5-40 years down the line in the form of cancer, heart disease, stroke, or whatever else the body may do to turn on us for the abuse we put it through.

Recently there has been discussion among my clients as well as on some of my Spark teams about the new "trend" in weight loss. It consists of eating 500 calories a day and injecting the man made hormone HCG that is naturally produced within the female body during pregnancy.

No human body is meant to function and survive healthily on 500 calories a day without damage occurring. It takes a minimum of 1000 calories just to have the heart pumping normally, the liver and kidneys filtering correctly, and the brain functioning fully. Heck it takes the body 400 calories to function normally at night when you are sleeping!!!

When reducing your calories below 800 calories, this is termed a "starvation diet." Some of the side effects of a starvation diet are:

Lack of energy
Catabolysis is the process of the body breaking down its own muscle and tissue to keep the nervous system and heart functioning. This will lead to permanent damage to the body.
Loss of vital nutrients that are absent from the diet are not available for the body to regenerate (WHAT YOU EAT TODAY MAKES UP WHO YOU ARE TOMORROW) This vitamin deficiency leads to diarrhea, skin rashes, hair loss, acne, and heart failure.
Atrophy (weakness) of the stomach occurs and the sense of hunger is lost. This is NOT a good thing because what is occurring is the manipulation of the hunger hormone ghrelin. Without ghrelin naturally produced in our bodies, our stomach will not work as it should telling us we are hungry and then the ghrelin tells the brain to release leptin, our fullness hormone. The manipulation of these hormones causes havoc and the body will NOT work as God intended it to do so. With the absence of the hunger hormone ghrelin also comes the lack of Human Growth Hormone in our bodies. This hormone is what is prevalent in our teen years. If you want to look younger, take it from this perimenopausal woman, you DON'T want to do anything to cause your body to stop producing HGH. And without ghrelin, we don't get our deep REM sleep which is when the body gets the best shot of HGH.

Now if starvation of our body isn't scary enough, the side affects that the drug may cause are:

Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome: It is rare but is life threatening to the individual. Immediate treatment from your doctor is suggested if you experience severe pelvic pain, swelling of the hands and feet, stomach pain, shortness of breath, urinating less, nausea or vomiting.
With the individual self injecting the hormone risk of a blood clot is a concern. If you experience redness at the injection site, tingling in the extremities, dizziness, or severe headache, seek medical attention immediately.
Men are at risk of prostate cancer since the injection does cause swelling of the prostate. Increase of the breasts are also a side affect so look out MAN BOOBIES
Suffering from depression, feelings of restlessness and irritability, water weight gain, headaches, and skin rashes are all some side affects that users have experienced.

If you currently or have suffered from the following disorders, HCG is not recommended for your weight loss choice:

Asthma
Thyroid or adrenal disorders
Ovarian cysts
Premature puberty
heart disease
kidney problems
Migraines
Hormone related cancers...or any cancers that may be hereditary. EVERYONE has free radicals in their bodies. Those free radicals just lay dormant waiting for the one thing that is going to fuel their growth. So when the cancer starts out pin head size and doubles it's no biggee. But when your cancer is baseball size and doubles......

Lastly, in 1975 the FDA has required labeling and advertising of HCG to state:

" HCG has not been demonstrated to be effective adjunctive therapy in the treatment of obesity. There is no substantial evidence that it increases weight loss beyond that resulting from caloric restriction, that it causes a more attractive or "normal" distribution of fat, or that it decreases the hunger and discomfort associated with calorie-restricted diets."

I put this information out here for you to educate yourself in making the BEST choice for YOU and YOUR health. I do not offer any judgement if this is your way of going about losing weight.

TRAIN ON!

  

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GLAMOURGIRL-9 4/22/2010 9:24AM

I have NEVER heard of this but OMG!!!!!! Thank you for calling this madness out!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

EAZYE2302 4/8/2010 9:54AM

Thanks Becks as you know I struggle with food and calorific intake but i would never resort to this. Thanks for reminding us to just EAT CLEAN & excercise and we will see a difference. Report Inappropriate Comment

LOOKINFIT1 4/8/2010 12:14AM

Great info! Thanks for posting. Hopefully people wise up quickly! Report Inappropriate Comment

SONYARODRI29 4/6/2010 4:34PM

I had not even heard about this...but it is just plain awful and NOT GOOD! Whoa! Thanks for this informative blog! Report Inappropriate Comment

JWENZEL723 4/6/2010 4:22PM

ahh! i hadn't heard a lot about this but it makes me absolutely sick to my stomach. thanks for the info! Report Inappropriate Comment

TRAINER_T 4/6/2010 2:52PM

OMG...I am just sickened by how gulible the public can be for quick fixes. The fact of the strain on the body, and heart let alone the "mood" you would have to be in doing this is nuts. I see a scary future, even to the fact of people injecting themselves with botox ordered off line. What next? Thanks for the education on this Becky, I don't know anyone on this, but certainly now I will know what it consist of. This is the true INSANITY program! Report Inappropriate Comment

FITKAT2010 4/6/2010 2:44PM

One of my clients DH is on this program. As soon as she mentioned it I cringed! I agree totally. I am a strong advocate of eating enough to do what your body needs to do and to make it premium fuel. Thank you for blogging about this dangerous new trend. Report Inappropriate Comment

BLAN163 4/6/2010 2:42PM

I personally know 5 different people who have done several rounds of HCG and it just breaks my heart!!! I hate to see people do this to themselves! Report Inappropriate Comment

CUBANJELLY 4/6/2010 2:25PM

People, in general, are stupid. One person may have it together, but altogether, people as a group are stupid. We are called sheep in the Bible for a reason - we're natural followers. The goat - the ones going to hell! LOL Are the breakaway leaders! Ha! Anyway, ranting aside. I've had so many people tell me they "want it", but aren't willing to work for it. WTH? How you gonna "get it"? Just today 2 librarians told me I had to stop loosing because they were finding. Umm, your bad. Report Inappropriate Comment

RAINRUN 4/6/2010 1:55PM

great blog Becky. Some people really want to lose weight fast and at any cost. BUT they really don't want "at any cost". I agree with 1hotmama2be, that is scary. Eat clean (or as close to it as you can) and exercise. Report Inappropriate Comment

KFAYJAY 4/6/2010 1:23PM

blog Becky!!!! It is good that you are informing people of this dangerous quick fix!!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

1HOTMAMA2BE 4/6/2010 1:11PM

Yikes! That's just darn scary! What an extreme measure to take to lose weight. So sad. Eat clean and exercise. What more can I say? - Report Inappropriate Comment

Mom's are made to worry...Right?!

Monday, March 29, 2010

I made a HUGE discovery today with the help of my friend Karen(katmomma3)...I'm a worry wart. I worry about EVERYTHING from how I come across to people, to what my kids are going through, to the stability of my husband's job, to my clients NOT doing what I am telling them to do and effecting their results in the gym. You name it...I'll fret about it. And then I start fretting over what the stress is doing to my cortisol levels, which then effects my health, which then effects my midsection, which then affects how my clothes fit which then........... Yep it's an endless cycle of fret for me.

I try to tell myself that it's normal to worry about your loved ones right? But probably not at the expense of your own sanity! I'm a smart woman and I get that it can't be a good thing. I must learn to deal with my emotions in every aspect so i can get a better handle on my ability to achieve ALL of my goals.

How's that for soul searching?

  

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HEALTH2U2 4/5/2010 3:38PM

I hear you and I am going through a similar plight....but I am learning to control my emotions and not eat my way through the worry....Worry isn't helping my health or my waistline. Here's what I have learned to do....every time I start to worry...I exercise. My collection of Walk at Home tapes is rapidly growing!!!! I have also learned that all the things I worry about usually don't happen or work themselves out in the long run.....waste of time to worry. So smile....after all....tomorrow is another day. Comment edited on: 4/5/2010 3:39:18 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

CCLEADBYEXAMPLE 4/1/2010 4:32PM

I am not even a mom and I do that! Seriously..are you my twin? I agree though..I worry about everything..then try to plan things to take care of it..and then worry some more! Casey Report Inappropriate Comment

REENIEBOP13 3/31/2010 6:11AM

Amen sister! I used to do this CONSTANTLY!!! I remember when my son was 10 (now 14) and I woke up one night, in the middle of the night, worrying about when he went to college...what if he went through fraternity rush (which I didn't want him to do!) and had orientation...and got alcohol poisoning....and...and....and...it was awful and there was no for me for a looooong time because I kept doing that about many things. Then my mom, who is the Queen Worry Wart started in on something about my brother and I just thought "no way, no way am I living my life like this" So now I pray about it, give it up to a higher power and move on. My kids and husband are healthy, we still have our teaching jobs we love, we have a home and we do what we can to help others we know in need - Life is Good Report Inappropriate Comment

JWENZEL723 3/30/2010 2:57PM

i know how you feel! i worry and fret over everything...even the small things! it's definitely something i've been working on. stress and anxiety has even caused me to have heart palpitations so it's important that i reel it in! Report Inappropriate Comment

TRAINER_T 3/30/2010 12:47PM

It is natural to worry bc you care but you need to find a good level of worry that does not stress you out. I personally turn it over to God Report Inappropriate Comment

BRIAN36 3/30/2010 11:45AM

I am not a worrier, but I am married to one (he inherited a double dose because both his parents are terrible worriers). It is so hard for me to understand why he spends so much time worrying about things that may or may not happen. I just try to identify what might go wrong, do what you can to prevent the worst case scenario and deal with whatever happens if/when it happens. No sense losing sleep over it. I really like katmommas comment because it does put a little perspective on a worriers thought process. Report Inappropriate Comment

1HOTMAMA2BE 3/30/2010 9:48AM

I worry constantly, too! I will have to check out the books Susy mentioned that might help. I worry about my mother who I care for who has MS, my alcoholic father who has advanced stage cirrhosis of the liver, my one and only son who is off to college, my husband who has too much stress at work, my grandmother who is 92 and frail, and it goes on and on. I even worry about the puppy who is spoiled rotten. I recently have decided that I can just do so much and I can't worry about the future. I can understand where you are coming from though and know it takes a toll on our health. That's where exercise comes in for me...it's a huge stress reliever and I feel so darned good afterwards. I will never EVER give up exercise! I think we have the food link figured out, too. Now we are set!! Let's go, Becky!!! We can do this!!! XOXO Sherry Report Inappropriate Comment

FITKAT2010 3/29/2010 10:31PM

Very good! So, where does love come in to this picture, really? Don't you want someone who loves you to trust you? To know that you know what you are doing? To have confidence in your abilities? When you fret, you don't trust. When you fret, you weaken. When you fret, you don't have faith. Fretting is false love. Period. Another way of looking at it is this: We fear something awful will happen because things are going better than we expect, or a loved one I'm feeling close to right now is departing, and we "protect" by fretting! How nutzo is that? Great blog! Report Inappropriate Comment

I_GOT_THIS_ 3/29/2010 6:31PM

There are two books, both by the same author that are v-e-r-y helpful for helping a person constructively view the futility of over-worrying. The author is Eckhart Tolle The Power of Now and A New Earth I have to say, several of the principles have truly helped me overcome the "endless loop." Report Inappropriate Comment

CHASINADREAM 3/29/2010 4:07PM

I am also a worrier!! I am always trying to figure out ways to deal with this emotion because it really does spin a person round and round. I have to remind myself almost daily to relax, especially with 3 little ones!!! LOL I feel like I am in a constant state of worry. If you find anything that helps let me know!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

" You have changed my life"

Friday, March 26, 2010

Yesterday had a whirlwind of emotions wrapped into my day. After waking from 8 hours of deep restful sleep, I was invigorated and ready to take on the day. What a WONDERFUL thing 8 hours of sleep hot flash free can be As I normally do on Thursday, I get my weight. I have been struggling with the same 10 pounds for a year now, so in January I set a BABY GOAL of 150. Yesterday I FINALLY achieved that goal I was so elated and couldn't wait to burn off some more calories and fuel my body with some MEAN LEAN AND CLEAN foods

As I sat down at my desk and looked over my calendar, I realized the date. A deep sadness seemed to set in for it would have been my Mom's 77th birthday. It has been 6 years since her passing with brain cancer and I miss her everyday. As thoughts were rolling through my mind, it saddened me further to realize how much she has missed in our lives these past 6 years. She will miss her beloved Nikki (my oldest) getting married this May, she has missed my youngest growing up being just as sweet ( for the MOST part ) and smart as her big sissy, and she has missed her 3 children grow into their mid/late life adulthood happy, full of life, and persuing their dreams. How I WISH she would have taken better care of her self so she would be here with us today.


8 am quickly rolls around and it's my time to bring my second persona into action. HELLGA is ready to bring it ON in the gym. As I walk out to my studio, I here the laughter from several clients in the gym waiting for me to get in there and ANNIHILATE their fat calories right off their little booties. I just LOVE knowing that I can help 50 people LOOK FORWARD to their workouts and they DIG getting better as they age. That's the goal right?! So the sadness of death is removed by the reality of LIFE. And most importantly I can help them to live a BETTER quality of one. What a GREAT profession I am blessed to work in and most importantly I LOVE getting up to do!!!

Midafternoon as I finish my workout and come into the house to get my meals done for my family and myself, I realize how GOOD I feel today. My kickboxing for an hour made me feel so invigorated and strong. For 45, I feel FRIGGIN' . I then let sadness set in with the thought of my Mom and did she EVER feel good? Was there ever a time in her life she wasn't ill? I DO blame her illnesses on and if she just would have quit the first time she has ovarian cancer, would she avoided the brain cancer?! I will never know the answer to that, because the Lord called her home.

My phone beeps to let me know I have a text. One of my clients was letting me know she had a doctor's appointment. She wouldn't be at workout but she wanted to let me know that her doctor ranted about all the weight she had lost and that she needed to keep up whatever she was doing. . This lady is one that I have REALLY had to force the fruits and veggies into because she is such a picky eater. I showed her Maranatha's brand of all natural peanut butter. They even have a dark chocolate one that is AWESOME on a banana, Fage yogurt, and the dark chocolate peanut butter....a HEALTHY banana split So I repond back to her congratulating her. I send a second response saying and THANKS TO THE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER :)

And her response back to me was " You have changed my life." Those 5 little words wiped that sad feeling of death from my emotions and the reality of LIFE and making it BETTER was back into my heart again. My emotional roller coaster was complete, and I realize that this job IS my calling and I am SO VERY BLESSED to have my peeps in my life.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MIMI. I LOVE YOU!

  

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LOOKINFIT1 4/8/2010 12:11AM

Was a great blog! I'm glad I got to read it! YOU are saving so many other moms and that is a wonderful thing! Report Inappropriate Comment

SPARKROZ 3/28/2010 4:01PM

Such a moving blog!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you......it was 6 years Feb 5th for my mom (passed away from a stroke). Thank you for being such an inspiration to me; I thank God for finding your page here on SparkPeople. Although it's been a short time, your blogs and wealth of information have truly helped me. . You are simply Roz Comment edited on: 3/28/2010 4:02:37 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

FITKAT2010 3/27/2010 7:21AM

Let the grief of your mom's passing, and the disappointment in her choice of life path, fuel your Spark to a better you. Not only for you, but as a tribute to her. You are doing Awesome! And, you are also teaching fantastic lifestyle changes to women who can truly start igniting this world with who they are becoming. Great job! Report Inappropriate Comment

LMMONTES 3/27/2010 1:27AM

Thanks for sharing your painful self about you Mom and just keep doing what you are doing. And may god bless you, remember that just because they are out of sight that doesn't mean that they are out of your heart. Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFIT013 3/26/2010 8:29PM

First off--I LOVE Marantha PB! It's the onlyone that tastes good, IMO. I had no idea they made a dark chocolate PB. WICKED! I was sorry to hear about your mom. She's still with you, tho, and cheering you on! on reaching your 'baby goal'! How is THAT?! Report Inappropriate Comment

SIVEROWL29 3/26/2010 5:22PM

I loved your blog it is awsome. I will be visiting it again. So animated gives me hope to lose my last 20. Report Inappropriate Comment

CHAZMO227 3/26/2010 4:48PM

Loved your blog - it gives a lot of food for thought - PLUS a lot of encouragement to keep eating as clean as possible and working out! Thanks for making my day! Report Inappropriate Comment

KFAYJAY 3/26/2010 4:30PM

Becky I feel yah! My mom will be coming up in September this year 6 years. She was a young 67 years old and died of gallbladder cancer. I miss her too, but I like to think that the physical is gone and their presence is always amongst us! We always have tons of questions left unanswered, but i like to think of the joy her presence made here while on earth with us. Or the funny things that she use to do...etc. Congrats on meeting your baby goal and Happy Homegoing to your mom! Report Inappropriate Comment

MELMO83 3/26/2010 4:08PM

You're very animated. I love that! I wish I was in your class. Report Inappropriate Comment

EAZYE2302 3/26/2010 4:01PM

Great blog Becks as usual you have made me stop and examine my self.... Report Inappropriate Comment

TRAINER_T 3/26/2010 3:20PM

Becky, I am sorry about your MIMI and my heart goes out to you. My mom is on her 2nd round of lung cancer and still smokes, so I can relate. Job on everything, reaching your goals and for changing lives.....YOU RAWK! Report Inappropriate Comment

TWOCANS 3/26/2010 3:06PM

Wow, very touching... Report Inappropriate Comment

KSTYLEFITNESS 3/26/2010 3:05PM

Great blog! I too feel your pain regarding your mother. I lost mine nearly 4 years ago to heart disease. She had several illnesses, and I promised myself I would take better care of myself so I would not have the same fate. Report Inappropriate Comment

1HOTMAMA2BE 3/26/2010 2:37PM

Becky...you're gonna make me cry tears of sadness and of great happiness at the same time. You're such a blessing to many. Sherry Report Inappropriate Comment

RAINRUN 3/26/2010 2:23PM

SO proud of you and I am sure your mother was as well. TIA Report Inappropriate Comment

WICISKAWASU 3/26/2010 2:07PM

You brought back so many of my own feelings. I lost my mother in 1995 she was 73 and you know every year on the anniversary of her death I go through the same range of emotions. My mom died from uterine cancer and she was also a smoker. I was an aerobic instructor and into healthy living and eating and she just couldn't get with it. And yet she was my best friend. Life goes on and I too have lots of blessings. I am glad to know I am not alone. Thanks Report Inappropriate Comment

GBSUTPHIN 3/26/2010 1:48PM

Wow...what a powerful statement. The sadness of death being eased by the reality of life. Thank you so much for sharing this. And bravo for being a motivation and an inspiration to others. Report Inappropriate Comment

I_GOT_THIS_ 3/26/2010 1:44PM

Oh my, Becky! I recognize your sadness regarding the loss of your mom. That 'cycle of life' can be something, can't it? {{{Hugs for you!}}} I see you're blessed with so very much--and the FABULOUS thing is that you recognize it! In no particular order: -Your mom's memories -Your thankful clients -Your family -Your own healthy choices -Your body's return on YOUR investment -Your nutritional & fitness knowledge -Your giving & caring nature -Your purpose to others It's a great thing to have those deep reflective moments. And to record them so you can reflect again! {{{Hugs}}} Susy Report Inappropriate Comment

A Step in the RIGHT direction!!

Thursday, March 25, 2010

This is information I obtained from Good Guide.com. For anyone who eats out at restaraunts, this will make it easier to make better choices and not sabotage all of your hard efforts!!

"It is about to get easier to count your calories when you eat at a chain restaurant. The health bill, which passed into law on Tuesday, includes a requirement for chain restaurants with 20 outlets or more to list calorie counts on menus, menu boards, drive-through displays and vending machines. The disclosure of calorie information is intended to give consumers better information to make healthier choices."

Here's to BETTER CHOICES and a HEALTHIER YOU!!!!

  

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EAZYE2302 3/26/2010 4:13PM

Hmm I wish this could happen in England too... Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFIT013 3/25/2010 7:14PM

I heard that, too! I think it's great news! Unfortuneately, the majority of people, I believe, won't read it or, if they do, will still order the 'wrong' foods. I can't remember the last time I ate out simply becuz I worry about what it's cooked WITH. I remember ordering scrambled eggs at a resturant & there was so much grease/butter cooked with the eggs-I swear, they slid across the plate and left a yellow streak. That was the last time I ate out. And I didn't have a weight problem, then. It was just so unappetizing! Report Inappropriate Comment

KSTYLEFITNESS 3/25/2010 10:14AM

I heard this, and it's great for the general public who had no idea what they have been eating. I typically go online to view nutrition before I order anything, and then just always stick to that. And I have not used a vending machine in ages! I don't even see any around any place I go...maybe at the mall, but why eat from a vending machine there. Report Inappropriate Comment

I_GOT_THIS_ 3/25/2010 10:10AM

I too am excited to hear this! So many things 'sound' healthy. But it's NOT healthy if one over-eats. I try (emphasis on 'try') to remember that any excess I eat (even good calorie) is going to be stored as fat/fat/fat. But somehow or another I'm able to shut that dang voice up way too many times! LOL Maybe a VISIBLE sign will make it easier to get through my thick skull. Thanks Becky for posting! Report Inappropriate Comment

NIGHTOWL62 3/25/2010 9:55AM

I hadn't heard that! That certainly is a step in the right direction and a big help for all of us SparkPeople counting calories! Comment edited on: 3/25/2010 10:09:00 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

1HOTMAMA2BE 3/25/2010 9:47AM

I am so glad to hear this information! What a difference it will make! I think when people see how many calories they are truly consuming, they will think twice. Even at their favorite coffee shop! Report Inappropriate Comment

MOCACHOC 3/25/2010 8:54AM

Thank You Report Inappropriate Comment

JWENZEL723 3/25/2010 8:36AM

i heard this yesterday and am SOOOOO excited!!! i think it's such a great idea and will beat not being able to go somewhere spontaneously because you don't have access to their nutritional information! Report Inappropriate Comment

How much EXCESS BAGGAGE do YOU carry?!

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

“The body is your baggage you carry through life. The more EXCESS you carry, the shorter and unhealthier your trip will be!”

Here you are cruising through life, going to work, spending time with your family and friends, eating the same way as you did when we were 20 something and BAM..you wake up one day and you are either SQUEEEZING into your jeans or those size 8/10’s were turned into a 16/18. WHAT IN THE HECK HAPPENED?! Anyone over the age of 40 will GET this. And if you are 30 something and have had kids, I’m sure you GET this happening to you as well. How, why, what did you do to deserve this happening to your health?!

Between the ages of 30-70, your muscle mass declines by 40 PERCENT! The loss of your muscle mass results in the slowing down of your metabolism which makes our bodies susceptible to gaining that icky and unhealthy body fat. If a person CONTINUES to neglect their health by not focusing on healthy foods and daily exercise, their future weight will be:

• 10 years from now-26 pounds heavier
• 20 years from now- 52 pounds heavier
• 30 years from now…if you make it that long-78 pounds heavier

When a person gains weight, their fat cells obviously increase in size. When you lose weight, the fat cells never just disappear. They are there awaiting those excess calories to be consumed, and they will increase to capacity. And when the cells are completely full, they are extremely happy to create new ones.
Now step away from the aesthetic part of the body fat equation…think about your body fat SMOTHERING your internal organs. Your heart is being crushed, your diaphragm cannot work like it needs to allowing you to take in deep and healing breaths, your liver cannot filter your blood as it should for your body fat adding to the filtering process leading to high cholesterol and triglycerides.

There is ABSOLUTELY no reason that this should be your future!!! It is NEVER too late to start exercising and NEVER is it more important to discover what HEALTHY food choices is all about. Each time you step in the weight room and TRAIN correctly and combine that session with a CLEAN diet, the gain in LEAN MASS we are striving for increases your metabolism . That metabolism boost from muscle causes you to burn hotter at rest, 50 calories more than the less fit person sitting next to you.

With the latest results out recommending that you should exercise 6 days a week for an hour (I have preached that to my peeps for 10 years now and this has ALWAYS been recommended by ACSM), there are already doctors and nay-sayers disputing this information and saying 30 minutes is ok. WHY IS IT PEOPLE WANT TO MAKE BEING UNHEALTHY, UNFIT, OVERWEIGHT, OR OBESE OK?!! Obesity and inactivity are linked to diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Obesity/inactivity costs companies BILLIONS due to the amount of money they lose a year due to sick employees, and YOU(obese and inactive) end up paying out the WAZOO for pharmaceuticals that you WOULDN’T HAVE TO TAKE. ALL COULD HAVE BEEN PREVENTED IF YOU JUST DID THE RIGHT THING BY EATING RIGHT AND EXERCISING CORRECTLY AN HOUR A DAY!

Regardless of your age, family history, or any other EXCUSE people have for neglecting their workouts/food intake, YOU are responsible for YOUR own health. The more fit you become, the more calories you will burn at rest. The more calories you burn, the less fat mass you will be carrying around. The less fat mass you have, the longer and better quality your life will be. An hour a day will keep disease at bay!!! That’s REALLY NOT asking too much.

TRAIN ON PEEPS!!!

  

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SPARKROZ 3/25/2010 11:49AM

GREAT blog!!!! Great info!!! Thanks for posting! Report Inappropriate Comment

1HOTMAMA2BE 3/25/2010 9:57AM

I cannot agree with you more! Exercise has never been my problem. In fact, it was probably more the opposite. I love working out and the energy it gives me. I wish I had more time to devote to exercise, but unfortunately life has other priorities, too. I think I have finally found the missing link to eating super duper clean. Eating clean doesn't mean eating whatever as long as it's within your calorie range for the day. I am just lucky I found Dr. Goglia to help me understand I need to eat for MY metabolism. Life is good. Thanks for sharing your wonderful blog. You're just so darned smart! Sherry Report Inappropriate Comment

TAYLORLIV31 3/24/2010 8:38PM

The information was great, thanks for sharing something so profound. Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFIT013 3/24/2010 6:48PM

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this Blog!! With the exception of my dad(he's in his early 70's, runs, does marathons, plays tennis and swims)my family is plagued with high cholesterol, heart disease & most are obese. I intend to be around, and be as active & healthy, as my dad! Report Inappropriate Comment

ALISHAB3 3/24/2010 5:24PM

Thats a zinger of a blog! I'm carrying 50 pounds if you must know. Report Inappropriate Comment

RAEVENSWING 3/24/2010 5:18PM

This is so true. Here in the south, the majority of the people are WAY overweight and don't care at all. Fast food, drinking, and fried foods are the NORM! Exercise is a dirty word. When asked how do I keep myself in such good shape, I explain that eating clean and exercising are crucial. They just shake their heads and reply " I could never do that". I live in a small town and when I go shopping I can't even find my size. I have to drive to the nearest city.... It is a total disgrace and I'm happy to say I am not part of it. Report Inappropriate Comment

ROCKINFOX 3/24/2010 4:52PM

This is a great blog!!! I couldn't agree with you more on the exercising, even though there are weeks where I only get in 4 one hour sessions. I see how others around me eat and it is saddening. I know I definitely don't eat clean, but I am working on it. I wish my dad could read this. I am concerned about his health. He was laid off last year, went into a depressed state and lost quite a bit of weight, got a job, gained all the weight back plus some, eats out all the time, and he hardly ever works out. This concerns me because I have always imagined him still being around visiting his future grandkids, now I'm wondering if he'll make it that long. He takes all kinds of medication for cholesterol and blood pressure (I think). You would think those alone would be a wake up call. To me I think he's being selfish making those choices because he doesn't think about how it will impact the rest of us. All I know is that I'm responsible for my own body. I don't want to end up like him, and I'm not going to. Great blog!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

KSTYLEFITNESS 3/24/2010 4:43PM

So right! I want to be as fit at 40 than I was at 20!! I definitely eat and exercise better than I did back then. Report Inappropriate Comment

CCLEADBYEXAMPLE 3/24/2010 2:40PM

I could NOT agree MORE! When did it become ok for people to eat like crap, eat a LOT of crap, drink like a fish, smoke like crazy, etc. It saddens me that we are the minority-it's time to stand up and fight for the RIGHT way to live! I always laugh when people act like I am SO deprived and don't have any fun-well I am sorry but drinking myself silly and eating like a hog don't make me happy! I have learned to surroud myself with good peeps like you (exactly what I was saying in my blog yesterday) that appreciate it..and by leading by example and being TRULY happy others will follow! Casey Report Inappropriate Comment