Studies suggest that people with arthritis usually do not get as much exercise as they need. Only 1 in 7 men and 1 in 12 women met federal guidelines for physical activity for arthritis patients. Forty percent of men and over fifty percent of women did not get even 10 minutes of exercise each week. [Read more]
Reduce Arthritis Pain with Exercise
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3 Tips to Start a Walking Group
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There are benefits to walking by alone. Some people prefer the moments of solitude to process thoughts and relax after a stressful day. Others prefer the camaraderie and companionship that comes with walking with others. Having a walking buddy, or group of buddies, can help you stick with weight loss and fitness goals. [Read more]
Apr 24
Beating the Exercise Blues: Overcoming Barriers to Regular Exercise
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You already know that an important part of successful medical weight loss is regular exercise. But sticking to a regular exercise schedule can be a real challenge. Between your work and family commitments, you may struggle to even find time.
Feb 21
Physical Activity Improves Your Quality of Life
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Staying physically active is one of the best things you can do to keep your general health good and your quality of life high. Experts recommend that you get at least 30 minutes of exercise at least five days a week. If that is not possible, you can also get a great deal of benefit from three 10 minute periods of activity split up throughout a day. [Read more]
Walking With a Pedometer
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The best thing about walking with a pedometer is how easily it can help you reach exercise goals in a medical weight loss program. Walking through Beverly Hills, CA, or any suburb, is one beneficial exercise that just about anyone can do without undue stress. Here’s why:
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Dec 10
Reasons to Exercise that Don’t Include Losing Weight
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If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you’ve no doubt been told that exercise can help the pounds come off more quickly. But losing weight isn’t the only reason to work physical activity into your daily life. Check out all the other benefits of regular exercise.
Nov 30
Fitness and Health: Why track goals?
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If you’re struggling to get motivated or your weight loss goal seems too far-fetched, write it down. This simple action can jump start all the steps that will take you from where you are now to where you want to be. Whether your goal is running a 5k or losing 60 pounds, the process starts with making that goal concrete. Setting ongoing, reasonable fitness goals is a key factor as you work to maintain weight loss. [Read more]
Nov 03
Best Butt Exercises
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Want to tone, strengthen and lift your butt muscles? These exercises target your glutes and can help improve the look of your backside while strengthening the muscles that help stabilize your back and legs. [Read more]
Oct 20
Simple Tips For Making Exercise A Habit
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How many times have you promised yourself that this Monday would be the Monday you started exercising? How many times have you joined a gym, purchased a fitness DVD or brought home new exercise equipment, only to lapse into old habits within a few weeks? Getting enough exercise is essential for good health and weight maintenance. It can also help you lose weight more quickly [Read more]
Oct 15
Motivate Yourself to Exercise and Lose Weight
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You probably know that you start to exercise and lose weight. We’ve been told over and over again that the best way to lose weight is to combine exercise with a balanced diet. And yet, many of us still struggle to workout as often as we should – if at all. Why? [Read more]
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