It should be noted that the key to a successful exercise program is perseverance. This means that you need to commit to it for the long haul—in fact, it is best if you commit to it for the rest of your life. Certainly, it can be difficult at times. But in the end, it is well worth the effort you exert.
What people need to realize is that staying active and eating right are critical for long-term health and wellness -- and that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The more you know about how your body responds to your lifestyle choices, the better you can customize a nutrition and exercise plan that is right for you.
The idea that weightlifting causes insanely huge muscle buildup is largely a creation of the media. It’s true that some women weightlifters takes steroids, and these hormones do make them look very masculine. The average woman who weight trains, however, will simply achieve a slim, healthy body without adding unwanted muscle mass.
First, let me start by saying Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! Thanksgiving is a reminder to all of us to be appreciative of what we have, thankful for our life, the people we love and the loved ones we miss & cherish. We hope you continue to count your blessings everyday and not just on Turkey Day!
Today's blog is really the first of a series of short interviews we are documenting. The individuals we are spotlighting are in various stages of their fitness journeys but all share the same foundation. The desire, determination, and discipline to achieve their health & wellness goals. Our goal is to help you build your foundation by providing inspiring stories of people who are working hard everyday, not giving up and not making excuses.
