In the past 50-60 years there has been an increase in obesity. Some suggest that increases in obesity are driven by genetic and psychological factors. Both of those variables are unlikely to be the key driving forces regarding obesity. “[G]enetic factors cannot account for the sharp increase in the prevalence of obesity in society. The […]
Continue readingThis is the first in a series of articles discussing a wide range of topics. Discussions are not presented in a specific order, and the length of discussion varies. If there are topics you would like to see discussed message me and let me know the topic of interest. Fitness & Health Fitness is not […]
Continue readingDiet Revolution or Diet Sham? Critical diet dissections and real diet solutions (Hale, 2010- e-booklet) consists of information that was originally part of Should I Eat the Yolk: To Get You Lean, Fit And Healthy (Hale, 2010). The publisher decided to drop the info…from the book; they said it was “too controversial.” The information is […]
Continue readingPeople tend to eat more food when a larger variety of food is available (McCroy, Fuss, & McCallum, 1999; Rolls, Rolls, Rowe, & Sweeney 1981a; Smiciklas-Wright, Kreb-Smith, & Krebs-Smith, 1986). This variety effect of food has been found to enhance consumption in a different areas, in bother genders and across a wide range of ages […]
Continue readingThe primary intentions of this article are to provide a concise introduction to a relatively new approach to eating and to provide practical strategies that can be used for getting lean. The strategies are easy to incorporate into everyday routines and do not require a lot of calculating or deep thinking. Most people know the […]
Continue readingMaxCondition Training involves targeted performance training. MaxCondition is conceptualized as the optimal condition required to attain specified goals. There is much more to acquiring fitness goals than high rep, random sequence workouts. Optimal performance requires at least some level of structure, in training. “The objectives consist of three main components: the designated increase in sport […]
Continue readingK&N (Knowledge and Nonsense) was published in 2007. Publication of the book had a big influence on my career in the exercise and nutrition industry. The book has been published in Greek, led to the publication of a condensed version (Should I Eat The Yolk: Separating Facts From Myths To Get You Lean, Fit and […]
Continue readingThe food environment is any context or area (zone) where you are exposed to food. Five zones account for more than 75% of what we and our families eat (Wanskink, 2014). 5 Zones Home Restaurants Grocery stores Workplace Your kids’ schools Wansink addresses each zone in his book – Slim By Design (2014). Strategies to […]
Continue readingAdvice on exercise is not hard to find. The media identifies new fitness experts often and your local gym probably employs at least a few so-called fitness experts. These days a large number of different sources offer exercise advice —websites, television, newspapers, your best friend, college professors, barbers, mechanics, personal trainers, dietitians etc.. Much […]
Continue readingThe benefits of exercise include increased cardiovascular health, stronger bones and muscles, stronger connective tissue, enhanced overall fitness, athleticism, treatment of type 2 diabetes, prevention of osteoporosis and improved appearance. A vast amount of research shows improved brain health is another benefit of exercise (1); thus, another important reason to exercise. It appears that fitness […]
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