Rest is just as Important as Exercise When you get started on a workout, you want to keep it going strong, but you have to remember that you can do too much. Working out as much as you can, for as long as you can, and as hard as you can, is more likely to get you injured than in shape. Our bodies require regular rest to heal and to function … [Read more...] about Rest is just as Important as Exercise
Day 111
Day 111 - Food Log Big food day. No appetite to speak of, had to force myself to eat the oatmeal, fruit and yogurt. All I wanted was vegetable soup - and that made up most of my day. Food Calories Fat Sugar 5/01/07 Monday Oatmeal (steel cut) 200 18 0 1/2 cup milk 130 45 11 veg soup 600 100 dried … [Read more...] about Day 111
Pomegranate
Add Humble Pomegranate to Your Diet Many of us have heard of the pomegranate; it has been written about in famous literature and even in mythology. The problem is that far fewer people have ever eaten pomegranate or even seen it. Pomegranate has tons of wonderful benefits that you should know about. Once you know everything it can do for you, … [Read more...] about Pomegranate
Weigh In
Weigh In 31 pounds lost as of today, May 1, 2007. No appetite to speak of the last few days. I have a cold? pneumonia? bronchitis? Not sure what it is exactly, but I've been running a fever and have a cough and generally feel icky. But not icky enough to go to bed and stay there apparently. … [Read more...] about Weigh In
Drinking Water
Drinking Water We know water is good for us, but with soda, juice, coffee, tea, energy drinks, and other drinks so readily available, it's hard to make the decision to drink water. Here are 7 great reasons to drink more water. Keeps skin looking great. If your skin looks tired and unhealthy, so do you. Staying properly hydrated removes all … [Read more...] about Drinking Water
Essential Vitamins with a Vegan Diet
Essential Vitamins with a Vegan Diet You may be considering switching to a vegan or vegetarian diet, but are concerned about getting everything you need to stay healthy. While there are a lot of essential vitamins and minerals in animal products, these vital nutrients are available in vegan diets as well. There?s no need to take extra … [Read more...] about Essential Vitamins with a Vegan Diet
Isometric Exercise
Isometric Exercise Before bodybuilding became popular, a different muscle building routine, called isometric exercise, was all the rage. These exercises are static, meaning you apply pressure and the hold it. For instance, you could push your arms up against the wall and hold it. While these exercises aren't as popular as they used to be, they … [Read more...] about Isometric Exercise