Welcome to WeightLossProse.com. I've been interested in health and fitness for as long as I can remember. I believe living a healthy lifestyle makes for a happier life. However, I don't support our nations obsession with dieting. I believe one can eat healthy and still enjoy eating. I also don't support the idea that exercise must take place in a gym. Being active outside (hiking, biking, playing tennis) is the best form of exercise. I hope my weight loss blog helps you in your quest to lose weight, keep it off, be healthy, and be happy!
Eleven reason to lose weight
// Jun 1st, 2009
According to the American Heart Association the risk of death increases with weight. Nearly 112,000 deaths per year may be attributable to obesity. Those individuals with a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30 are more likely to die than compared to people at a healthy weight. Here are some of the consequences...
Thinking about a marathon?
// May 6th, 2009
For many a marathon is the ultimate challenge. Completing a 26.2 mile course is a big accomplishment for anyone. People tend to fall into one of three categories: 1. There’s no way I could or ever would do a marathon, 2. I don’t know if I could do a marathon – maybe someday I’ll try it, and 3. I’ve...
The Biggest Loser: Good or Bad
// May 1st, 2009
With the end of season 7 fast approaching, it seems The Biggest Loser on NBC has been a big hit. I’m a fan of the show because I love seeing the transformations the contestants go through, but I just read an article that tags the show as terrible, horrible and abusive.
In the article Nancy Clark (Board Certified...
Prevent colds and flu with exercise
// Apr 29th, 2009
You’ve probably heard you shouldn’t exercise when you are sick, but did you know that regular exercise can help prevent you from getting a cold or the flu? Studies have shown that you can cut the number of days you are sick in half by exercising regularly.
In a study of 50 women, those who walked for 45...
Does weight loss equal happiness?
// Apr 24th, 2009
The other day my husband and I attended the 9 News Health Fair. We had never been before and were amazed by array of tests offered: cholesterol, diabetes, lung capacity, bone density, body fat composition, and even cardiac risk assessment. My husband made the comment that there are all kinds of test to find out what...
Set small goals for weight loss success
// Apr 21st, 2009
How many times have you heard or even said to yourself, “Starting Monday I’m going to start exercising more and eating better.” This is a recipe for disaster because it implies a drastic change from a current lifestyle. Too many people set a date to start “cold turkey” and then get frustrated when...