Posted on April 30, 2009 by admin
We’re now close to the middle of the new year and many (if not most) fitness resolutions from January are a distant memory. The good news is that today it’s always a good day to revisit your lapsed fitness resolution or start one anew. Just keep in mind the 21-day rule: behavoiral psychologists have found [...]
Continue ReadingPosted on April 28, 2009 by admin
Renowned Health Expert, Michael Torchia Reveals 10 Natural Tips to Prevent the Swine Flu
Michael Torchia, renowned health expert recently revealed on his talk radio show, Shape Up America 10 natural tips to prevent the Swine Flu. Torchia says “There are no known cures for the Swine flu, so flu prevention should be our goal. [...]
Posted on April 28, 2009 by admin
Once again I’m addressing the idea that your health and fitness matters even if you are occupied with unemployment or similar issues in this bad economy we’re all in. The Chicago Sun Times has run an inspiring article on how unemployed gym members are finding their workouts serving to balance their emotional well-being along with [...]
Continue ReadingPosted on April 24, 2009 by admin
Scientific data seems to indicate that the relationship between obesity and depression is a two-way street- a vicious cycle that feeds on its own momentum. Getting outside on a consistent basis, even for a simple exercise like a moderately paced walk can be a great antitdote to this dangerous cycle of depression/weight gain/depression.
Continue ReadingPosted on April 24, 2009 by admin
As if you needed more reasons to begin to eat right and exercise, the International Journal of Impotence Research has posted its findings regarding obesity and erectile dysfunction. Check the following:
Continue ReadingPosted on April 23, 2009 by admin
There’s an item in the L.A.-based Daily Breeze newspaper about the increasing numbers of Seniors who are opting to begin work outs at an advanced age. This information confirms my old advice that it’s never too late (or too early, right kids?) to begin an exercise routine to improve the body and mind. Now the [...]
Continue ReadingPosted on April 21, 2009 by admin
There have been a couple news items recently about the tendency of Americans to be become more obese during economic hard times. Now there is this amusing article about members of Congress struggling to keep fit through all their marathon sessions on Capitol Hill.
Health experts say the economic downturn has wreaked havoc on Americans’ diets, [...]
Posted on April 17, 2009 by admin
Now it’s the people at AllHeadlineNews.com giving us a mention about what we’re trying to accomplish here. Notice I said “we”, because my well-informed audience is the real eyes and ears of the no-B.S. fitness revolution we’re getting going here.
Jill Winans – Celebrity News Service Reporter
Los Angeles, CA (CNS) – Michael Torchia is a health [...]
Posted on April 17, 2009 by admin
One of the biggest problems are fast food chain restaurants, manufacturers of high Fat and high Sugar food products pay millions of dollars each year to be allowed to sell their products in school around the country. Another major problem is former President Clinton’s Alliance for a Healthier Generation and other high power politicians, such [...]
Continue ReadingPosted on April 16, 2009 by admin
In these tough economic times when many people are concerned with eating, let alone eating right, talking about a healthier diet can seem irrelevant. But having worked with many children over the years and speaking to kids at school health seminars has made me realize that poor eating habits persist even after a formerly impoverished [...]
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