The Best New Year Resolution

What is the single best thing you can do for your health in 2010? If you are a smoker - quit smoking! Smoking is - as you already know - such a dreadfully horrible habit. Do yourself a BIG Favor - Quit now. Today.

Smoking blackens and clogs up your lungs. It wreaks havoc with your skin. And smoking can even hamper your immune system making it harder for your body to fight off bacteria and viruses.

Smoking may have been cool - like a hundred years ago.

Not in 2010. Or any year.

Just think about the cash. Your hard earned money going up in smoke. Marlboro - the most popular brand - sells for over $5.00 a pack in many places. If you smoke a pack of these every day you are spending about $35 every week.

Save your money. Save over $1,800 a year and give your health a major boost.

Stopping is not that hard. It really boils down to a mind game. After just 3 days the physical addiction is over. You get to choose - who is running your life - and your health. Take charge. Tell those good ole boys in the Tobacco States to make their billions off someone else.

Take control of your fitness. Start exercising some every day - or at least most days of the week. Enjoy eating healthy foods and actually tasting how good they are.

Stop smoking. This is the best New Year's Resolution you can make. Do it for your bank account. Do it for your health. Do it for your children.

And Save your money!

The best way to quit smoking - is entirely up to you!

Make the Skinny Choice

Do you want to slim your body - have a flatter tummy and maybe even hot looking, muscular abs? Would you like to fit into that great pair of jeans that used to look so good on you?

Maybe you'd enjoy having more energy? More stamina? Or maybe you'd just like to lose some weight - and fast! And Keep it off!

Well, the good news is you can have all of the above. You can lose those extra inches that so mysteriously show up for so many of us. You can feel better and look better - in a matter of weeks. For the fastest results - It won't be easy.

If you aren't so worried about fast results - take your time. Maybe you could simply workout 4 or 5 days each week instead of every day. ( Your body and muscles need rest to grow healthy! )

The pace at which you shed those extra pounds is totally up to you! Work hard, eat healthy foods and you can look great at the beach next Summer! Or on Spring Break! The choice is yours to make!

Try these exercises and start seeing results in just a matter of weeks.



You really can lose that belly this Winter. The best way to lose belly fat is get plenty of cardio, strengthen your core with exercises to target those abs and keep eating healthy foods. Stay away from carbs the last 3 or 4 hours before bed. Get some protein early in the day. Always start your day with a healthy breakfast. Enjoy some healthy snacks throughout your day.

You can enjoy the benefits of a tighter, slimmer waistline. You really can lose weight and keep it off. Make these simple, healthy choices and stick with your exercise program. You can eat healthy, exercise and lose weight fast!

Let Your Troubles Cease

God rest you, Chrysten gentil men,
Wherever you may be,—
God rest you all in fielde or hall,
Or on ye stormy sea;
For on this morn oure Chryst is born
That saveth you and me.

Last night ye shepherds in ye east
Saw many a wondrous thing;
Ye sky last night flamed passing bright
Whiles that ye stars did sing,
And angels came to bless ye name
Of Jesus Chryst, oure Kyng.

God rest you, Chrysten gentil men,
Faring where'er you may;
In noblesse court do thou no sport,
In tournament no playe,
In paynim lands hold thou thy hands
From bloudy works this daye.

But thinking on ye gentil Lord
That died upon ye tree,
Let troublings cease and deeds of peace
Abound in Chrystantie;
For on this morn ye Chryst is born
That saveth you and me.

Want Awesome Abs?

Are you still sculpting your body into a slimmer sexier shape? Would you like to lose some of that belly and have sexy abs?

Who wouldn't want a slimmer, tighter stomach?

In addition to some heart pumping, calorie burning cardio, you can see results sooner if you do some exercises to target those abs. Check out this helpful video:



Fitness experts agree - the best way to lose belly fat and sculpt stronger abs is with plenty of vigorous aerobic exercise. Add some strength training and target your abs for the best results.

Simple Workouts - Exercise and Lose Weight Fast!

Another Year goes into the record books soon. Giving us the opportunity to Start Fresh with a whole new fitness plan. Another New Year brings us the chance to start a new habit or pick up the pace on our existing workout schedule.

Sometimes simple just plain works best. Check out this video for some fresh, simple ideas to include in your next workout.




You don't need to spend a fortune on fancy health club membership dues. Pick up a few pieces of simple and inexpensive home fitness equipment.

If Losing weight is part of your plan the for the New Year - you really can exercise and lose weight fast!

Healthy Habits

Simple cardio - walking fast, Jogging, and Jumping Rope - burn tons of calories and can help you shed those extra pounds quicker.

The airwaves are filled with magic diet pills and herbal remedies touting near miraculous weight loss. For hundreds of years people have been staying in top physical condition by practicing just two simple habits.

They stay physically active. They get exercise - in some form - every day, or at least five days of the week.

And their second healthy habit is found in the foods they eat. Simple, natural foods. They tend to avoid the processed junk we find so readily available. They enjoy more healthy vegetables and fruits. More fish and less fried foods. They use olive oil instead of butter. ( How dare they skip the butter! )

Living simple, and healthy lifestyles can lead to massive benefits in terms of your health. Try it - you'll soon be hooked!

Get a good pair of running shoes and some inexpensive home fitness equipment.

Check out this video for some quick cardio:

Stretch Your Body - Relieve Stress

The importance of stretching before and after a strenuous workout simply can't be understated! Stretching helps your muscles stay flexible. A good stretch can also release toxins and let in healthy oxygen!

Always take time to Stretch!



Building healthy muscles is easier when you include some light stretching exercises before and after every workout! More on the benefits of stretching here!

Suck in that Gut!

How do you get a slim tummy? How do all fitness lovers manage to sculpt tighter abs and slimmer waistlines? Two simple habits will help you achieve your fitness goals! Eating healthy and Daily exercise. The more you do - the quicker your results. Successful fitness buffs spend the most time doing the most effective workouts. Why not make the most efficient use of your time?

If you want tighter abs - try this -



Remember, the quickest way to lose weight - and keep it off - is with effective daily exercise and eating healthy foods! If you want tighter abs - and a slimmer, sexier stomach - the best way to lose belly fat is with plenty of cardio and some targeted abs workouts!

Try Low Impact Exercise

Low impact exercise can provide an effective calorie burning, body slimming workout! And you don't have to pound your knees with mile after mile of running on hard pavement!

Check out this video:



Try low impact exercise and save your knees!

More Fun in the Bedroom

Smoking, drinking too much alcohol, eating too much fat and too few fruits and vegetables can create havoc in your sex life. Your diet, and living a couch-potato existence can hinder your body's blood flow, making it tougher for you to feel aroused. Committing to a healthier lifestyle is an essential part of stepping up your sexual enjoyment!

If you are in better physical shape - chances are excellent that you will perform better in the bedroom! And enjoy it more!!!

Start today. Start your very own fitness program. Get a few simple and inexpensive pieces of home fitness equipment - and you can be on the road to better sex, more energy, and more pleasure for yourself and your lover(s)!!

Catch this video for some simple - and effective - exercise!

Start Getting in Shape and Enjoy the Holidays More

Make small, manageable changes in your daily diet and exercise habits. Realistic changes that you can do now. Don’t commit to an unrealistic exercise plan; just do what you truly know you can do, like walking 20 minutes every day at lunch, or even three days a week. Include more vegetables and fruits in your daily diet. Cut back on refined sugars, soda and junk food. Small changes practiced daily will lead to big results!

Go for at least 30 minutes of cardio 6 days a week. As you get more comfortable – increase your pace and your time to 45 minutes or an hour. Build endurance. Interval training is also a great way to burn more calories. If you want to add some ab exercises in after the cardio, that’s great, but be sure to work your whole body.

You can enjoy better fitness and health in the coming year and for years to follow! If weight loss is one of your goals – you can exercise and lose weight fast! Start getting in shape and you’re on the road to better fitness and a whole better outlook on life! Physical fitness makes life more fun!

Have discovered pilates yet? Try it - you'll feel great and look great.

Simple Steps to a Slimmer Body

Keep it Simple! Healthy Fitness lovers have known for centuries the benefits of simple exercise routines. Try something new. Keep it simple. Practice good form and work hard at your simple exercises. Soon you'll start to notice a host of benefits to be glad about!

Here is a good example:



You won't need to spend a small fortune to get in much better shape. Start slimming down today. Get some inexpensive home fitness gear and work your body into your best shape ever!

Enjoy Life More

A study of over 14,000 women showed that active women were 55 percent less likely to die of breast cancer than women who chose not to exercise and stay in good shape. Men who did just moderate levels of exercise lived, on average, up to six years longer than their sedentary peers.

The facts are clear - if you want to enjoy life more and live longer - your odds are much better if you get some exercise most days of the week!

For the best results - try a balanced approach. Combine weight or resistance training with flexibility and aerobic exercise. If your program is balanced enough, you wont have to be concerned about developing over exaggerated muscles.

If you think lifting weights is just for pumped-up hard-bodies who flex their pecs in public, think again. Building muscle benefits everyone! Women and Men - at any age. In fact, older people may have the most to gain from weight or resistance training, because strength is so crucial to functioning independently.

All sorts of professional athletes, from ball players to golfers, tennis players to swimmers, make cross training part of their regimes. You can enjoy the many benefits of better fitness without spending too much of your hard earned cash. Get some simple inexpensive home fitness equipment and start burning calories and building muscles!

Back to the Basics

The basics of better fitness are so easily overlooked. You can whip your body into much better shape - in a matter of weeks if you adopt some basic exercise habits. Try a healthy variety of exercises - preferably daily. And don't forget to keep eating healthy foods!

Sometimes getting back to the basics is simply the best course. Check out this video of an excellent whole body workout.



You can enjoy life more and have more energy. You can look and feel years younger. If weight loss is on your list of goals - you can shed those pounds. You can exercise and lose weight fast.

Make the Most of Your Morning!

Halloween is hopefully yet another fond memory. Autumn leaves continue to cover our lawns and give us another layer of fertilizer for next years greenery! The mornings are noticeably cooler in many parts of North America. The mountains have already seen a bunch of snow.

Soon we'll be gathering with family and friends to give thanks for this year's bounty and all our other blessings. Soon, Winter will be upon us! Autumn and Winter are really great for all the indoor activities we so enjoy. Cooking and enjoying good company in a nice warm home help make this a special time of year.

Getting outside and enjoying nature can pose a challenge when the wind-chill is at single digits or lower! The daily jog is refreshing indeed. If you’re like me you might find it way easier to get some exercise indoors as the temperatures continue to drop. Isn’t it so much nicer to flip on the DVD player and enjoy a favorite comedy while you burn off those calories?

Many of us face the challenge of moving our running and exercise time indoors from November to April. Joining a gym or health club is one option. Growing numbers of avid health enthusiasts are opting to get low impact exercise equipment right in their homes. They are avoiding the expense of that health club membership. No more waiting to get a few minutes on your favorite machine. Or that treadmill with the good view of the news channel.

Maybe you're like a growing number of fitness lovers who prefer working out before the rest of the family wakes up. Wake up a half hour earlier and enjoy your favorite cup of coffee and 15 or 20 minutes on your very own home fitness equipment. Save your knees - try low impact exercise equipment.

See Results Fast

Many healthy fitness lovers have discovered a secret weapon in their quest for better results from their exercise. Some fitness experts are reporting up to 20% better results when they use an exercise ball. Simple exercises done with the ball can help you see results faster.

Check out this simple exercise:



You can enjoy the many benefits of better fitness without spending too much of your hard earned cash. Get some simple inexpensive home fitness equipment and start burning calories and building muscles!

Get Great Results - Fast

Simple steps often lead to BIG results. Take one step each day towards better fitness. Each day add another exercise and a few more minutes. Enjoy eating healthy foods - in moderation. You really can get great results in a matter of weeks if you workout hard every day and eat right!

Simple exercises - at home - can help you get rid of that belly fast! Here is a classic many of us learned in middles school or high-school.



You don't need expensive health clubs and personal trainers. Rent a video. Try a new exercise routine every day. Play a variety of your favorite sports. Get outdoors and enjoy this Autumn weather!

You really can exercise and lose weight fast! The best way to shed those extra pounds is with a consistent effort of daily exercise!

Take Massive Action

If you want to get in better shape the quickest road to better fitness is take massive action. Exercise vigorously and often! Work your muscles and eat healthy foods. You'll start seeing results in a matter of weeks!

If you consume 100 calories a day more than your body needs, you will gain approximately 10 pounds in a year. You could take that weight off, or keep it off, by doing 30 minutes of moderate exercise daily. The experts concur - the combination of exercise and healthy eating is the surest way to start getting in shape fast.


The choice is yours. Choose to adopt healthier habits. Choose to have more fun playing sports you enjoy! Choose to schedule and your daily exercise. Then make your plans a reality! Choose to look better and feel more energized. To enjoy much better health eating healthy foods!

Your exercise program might ideally work your upper body and lower. Build muscles and get some solid cardio every day. Do some weight or resistance workouts every other day! Each workout should begin with a warm-up and end with a cool down. As a general rule, space your workouts throughout the week and avoid consecutive days of hard exercise. Give your body some time to recover - and rejuvenate!

Some simple suggestions to help you get started:

WARMUP - 5-10 minutes of exercise such as walking, slow jogging, knee lifts, arm circles or trunk rotations. Low intensity movements that simulate movements to be used in the activity can also be included in the warmup.


MUSCULAR STRENGTH - a minimum of two 20-minute sessions per week that include exercises for all the major muscle groups. Lifting weights is the most effective way to increase strength.


MUSCULAR ENDURANCE - at least three 30-minute sessions each week that include exercises such as calisthenics, pushups, situps, pullups, and weight training for all the major muscle groups.


CARDIORESPIRATORY ENDURANCE - at least three 20-minute bouts of continuous aerobic (activity requiring oxygen) rhythmic exercise each week. Popular aerobic conditioning activities include brisk walking, jogging, swimming, cycling, rope-jumping, rowing, cross-country skiing, and some continuous action games like racquetball and handball.


FLEXIBILITY - 10-12 minutes of daily stretching exercises performed slowly, without a bouncing motion. This can be included after a warmup or during a cooldown.


COOL DOWN - a minimum of 5-10 minutes of slow walking, low-level exercise, combined with stretching.


Tips to Keep You Going

* Adopt a specific plan and write it down.

* Keep setting realistic goals as you go along, and remind yourself of them often.

* Keep a log to record your progress and make sure to keep it up-to-date.

* Include weight and/or percent body fat measures in your log. Extra pounds can easily creep back.

* Upgrade your fitness program as you progress.

* Enlist the support and company of your family and friends. Invite them along!

* Update others on your successes.

* Avoid injuries by pacing yourself and including a warm-up and cool down period as part of every workout.

* Reward yourself every so often for a job well done!

The desire to be successful is less important than planning and then implementing the repetitive plan. Take massive action and reach your goal(s) sooner! If losing weight is one of your goals - you can exercise and lose weight fast!

Plan Your Healthy Lifestyle

The road to better health and fitness involves active living and smart eating. Being active is fun and has many health benefits. Most adults will benefit from just 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity (above their usual activity) most days of the week, preferably daily.

Whatever activities you choose - you can do it all at once or spread them out during the day. Add activities to your daily routine, like gardening, walking to and from your bus or train, using stairs instead of the elevator, cleaning house, or playing with your little ones! (You all win when you play with the children.) Fit in a regular exercise program, such as swimming, bicycling, power walking, or playing a team sport. Or - have even more fun and add a variety of sports and workouts to your fitness efforts!

Getting fit is much easier if make a plan and then Take Massive Action towards fulfilling your plan.

Set up a few simple short-term goals, like walking 10 minutes a day, 3 days a week. Once you are comfortable, try to do more. Try 15 minutes instead of 10 minutes. Then walk on more days a week while adding more minutes to your walk. You can try different activities too. To add variety, you can do low-impact aerobics or water aerobics for 30 minutes, 2 days a week. Then walk on a treadmill or outdoors for 30 minutes, 1 day a week. Then do yoga or lift weights every other day.

Eating a well balanced variety of healthy foods will give you the fuel your body needs to get more exercise and enjoy better health! Try to enjoy more fruits and vegetables every day. Get at least half your grains from whole-grain foods - like whole wheat bread or pasta. Mix in some low-fat or fat-free milk or foods made from lowfat or fat-free milk. Choose lean meats and get more of your protein from fish and beans. Eat less often foods high in saturated fat or trans fat, or with added sugars.

Track your progress by writing down your goals and what you have done each day, including the type of activity and how long you spent doing it. Seeing your progress on paper - in black and white can really help keep you motivated. Celebrate your success. Don't worry if you miss a target or slip and fall. Just adjust you plan - and your actions - and keep your eyes on the big goal. Enjoy your journey. Don't let little setbacks get in your way! They happen to us all!

Look and Feel Years Younger

"What we think or what we know or what we believe is, in the end, of little consequence. The only consequence is what we do" John Ruskin

If you already have a lean figure and want to keep it that way regular exercise and a balanced diet should keep you looking fit and trim!

If you are like the millions of Americans who would like to lose a few pounds - the best way to lose your belly fat or drop a few pounds is with regular vigorous exercise. Eating healthy foods is vital to losing your belly and keeping the weight off. You'll feel years younger and look it too!

Remarkable - even miraculous - claims have been made for a variety of "crash" diets and diet pills. And some of these very restricted diets do result in noticeable weight loss in a short time. Much of this loss is water and such a loss is quickly regained when normal food and liquid intake is resumed. These diet plans are often expensive and may be dangerous.

Most of these Miracle Weight Loss remedies do not emphasize lifestyle changes that will help you maintain your desired weight. Dieting alone will result in a loss of valuable body tissue such as muscle mass in addition to a loss in fat.

In addition to a regular exercise routine, many healthy fitness buffs enjoy sneaking in extra physical activity each day. Simple changes in your habits can yield awesome results! How can you increase the amount of physical activity in your daily routine to supplement your exercise program?

Recreational and social activities like gardening on weekends, bowling in the office league, family outings, an evening of social dancing, and many other activities provide added exercise. They are fun and can be considered an extra bonus in your weight control campaign.

Add more "action" to your day. Walk to the neighborhood grocery store instead of using the car. Park several blocks from the office and walk the rest of the way. Walk up the stairs instead of using the elevator; start with one flight of steps and gradually increase.

Change your attitude toward movement. Instead of considering an extra little walk or trip to the files an annoyance, look upon it as an added fitness boost. Look for opportunities to use your body. Bend, stretch, reach, move, lift and carry. Time-saving devices and gadgets eliminate drudgery and are a bonus to mankind, but when they substitute too often for physical activity they can demand a high cost in health, vigor and fitness.

These little bits of action are cumulative in their effects. Alone, each does not burn a huge amount of calories. But when added together they can result in a sizable amount of energy used over the course of the day. And they will help improve your muscle tone and flexibility at the same time.

The benefits of exercise are numerous - from producing physically fit bodies to providing an outlet for fun! Life is short - why not enjoy it more in a healthy and trim body? You can look and feel years younger when you exercise regularly and keep eating healthy foods!

If you're a little over-weight ( or a lot ) start today! Join the millions healthy folks who've found you can exercise and lose weight fast!

Low Impact Exercise

Low impact exercise options offer plenty of ways to get in shape and lose weight – all without placing too much stress on your knees and ankles. Save your knees – take advantage of a low impact exercise program!

Here are a few easy ideas:

Go for a walk. A long, fast paced walk. It’s that easy to reap the benefits of moderate endurance exercise. Each time you exercise, simply walk a little farther. As the weeks pass, gradually increase the pace, or speed, of your walks. Try to walk on grass or dirt if you can for even less stress on your joints. And, of course, get a comfortable pair of shoes!

Join in a water aerobics class at your local YMCA. Water is great for reducing the pressure on your key joints. And you can get a terrific workout in the water! Aerobic workouts in the pool are really great if you need to save your knees! And the resistance in the water helps work your muscles harder. You'll really feel a difference!

Strength training is a great way to sculpt a slimmer and more muscular physique. Many fitness enthusiasts have discovered another way to be sleek and strong. They've learned Pilates and love it. Many fitness experts believe that this workout can help you develop long, strong muscles, a flat stomach, a strong back, and improved posture. And like working out with weights, Pilates can strengthen those crucial connective tissues ( your tendons and ligaments).

Another wildly popular option in today's financial climate helps you save a bunch of money and work out in the comfort of your own home. Why not turn that extra bedroom into your very own mini fitness center! Get a TV and DVD player and watch funny videos while you work off those extra pounds! Buy some low impact exercise equipment and get an excellent workout – right at home!

Tennis Fun in The Big Apple

Andy Roddick can serve a tennis ball at more than 100 miles per hour. His serves travel 80 feet across the court in less than one second! And yet - Andy had an unfortunate and early exit from this year's U.S. Open. The beauty of tennis - and many other sports is that on any given day even the best players or teams can end up with the short end of the stick! (Look what happened to Maria Sharapova last weekend.)

Every year new and sometimes younger stars emerge and knock off one or more of the top ranked players. The excitement in the air around Flushing Meadows is almost electric! Memories of Jimmy Connors pumping his fist in the air. Pictures of Rafal Nadal running down seemingly impossible shots and hitting yet another winner.

Tennis offers plenty of excitement for those of us watching in the comfort of home and the lucky thousands who get tickets to one of September's signature sporting events. The U.S. Open - weather permitting - comes to a close this weekend. Will this be Rafa's year? Or another boring victory for Roger Federer? Will one of the Russian girls walk off Centre Court smilling? Or maybe this September will produce a new wave of U.S. Open Champions.

Decide to Live Healthy

For centuries women and men much wiser than I have suggested a very simple route to self improvement - We are what we think we are. Our present state is often the result of where our thoughts ( and the resulting actions ) have taken us.

Success is in the blood. There are men whom fate can never keep down - they march forward in a jaunty manner, and take by divine right the best of everything that the earth affords. They are ever alert and alive to any good that may come their way, and when it comes they simply make the best of it and move steadily on.


Whenever you go outdoors, take a nice, deep breath and fill your lungs to the utmost; drink in the sunshine; greet your friends with a smile. Do not fear being misunderstood; and never waste a moment thinking about your setbacks. Try instead to fix firmly in your own mind what you would like to do, and then move straight towards your goal.

Fear is the obstacle on which many a goal gets stranded. When we become fearful, the judgment is as unreliable as a broken compass.

Keep your mind on the great and splendid thing you would like to do; and then, as the days go gliding by, you will find yourself unconsciously seizing the opportunities that are required for the fulfillment of your desire, just as the coral insect takes from the running tide the elements that it needs. Picture in your mind the able, earnest, useful person you desire to be, and the thought that you hold is hourly transforming you into that particular individual you so admire.

Thought is supreme - Preserve a right mental attitude - the attitude of courage, frankness and good cheer.

Darwin and Spencer have told us that this is the method of Creation. All things come through desire and every sincere prayer is answered. We become like that on which our hearts are fixed.

The choice is ours to make. We can direct and control our thoughts! And our actions! Our achievements are the result of two things - mental attitude, and the way we spend our time. It is what we think and what we do that make us what we are. Choose to enjoy eating healthy foods. Choose to exercise daily. Choose good, clean thoughts. Make the choice for better health!

Enjoy Eating Healthy

Why do so many of life's simple pleasures end up in our waistline or belly? Why are donuts so good and so unhealthy at the same time?

If you're like me you already know the effects of these little joys. Those useless calories in every beer. The trans fat hidden in our favorite baked goods.

We can exercise until we drop and we'll never lose those that belly if we don't watch what we eat.

A few tips to help you stay on track with your healthy eating plan:

Don't skip meals. Skipping meals may cause your metabolism to slow down or lead you to eat more high-calorie, high-fat foods at your next meal or snack.

Select high-fiber foods like whole-grain breads and cereals, beans, vegetables, and fruits. They may help keep you regular and lower your risk for chron­ic diseases, such as coronary heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Choose lean beef, turkey breast, fish, or chicken with the skin removed to lower the amount of fat and calories in your meals. As you age, your body needs fewer calories, especially if you are not very active.

Have three servings of vitamin D-fortified low-fat/fat-free milk, yogurt, or cheese every day. Milk products are high in calcium and vitamin D and help keep your bones strong as you age. If you have trouble digesting or do not like milk products, try reduced-lactose milk products, or soy-based beverages, or tofu. You can also talk to your health care provider about taking a calcium and vitamin D supplement.

Choose foods fortified with vitamin B12. Many adults over the age of 50 have difficulty absorbing adequate amounts of this vitamin. Therefore, they should get this nutrient through fortified foods, such as breakfast cereals, or from a dietary supplement. Talk with your health care provider to ensure that you are consuming enough vitamin B12.

Keep nutrient-rich snacks like dried apricots, whole-wheat crackers, peanut butter, low-fat cheese, and low-sodium soup on hand. Eat only small amounts of such foods as dried apricots and peanut butter because they are high in calories. Limit how often you have high-fat and high-sugar snacks like cake, candy, chips, and soda.

Drink plenty of water or water-based fluids. You may notice that you feel less thirsty as you get older, but your body still needs water to stay healthy. Exam­ples of water-based fluids are caffeine-free tea and coffee, soup, and low-fat or skim milk.

You can drop those unwanted pounds. The best way to lose belly fat is vigorous exercise and eating healthy foods! Cutting calories is not that hard.

Cut Your Belly Fat

High intensity workouts help you cut belly fat faster than less strenuous exercise. If you want to lose some weight around the old waistline - the best way to lose belly fat is with vigorous exercise and a healthy diet!

You may burn more calories overall mixing high intensity spurts in your daily jog or cardio exercise. Kick start your weight loss - building muscles and burning loads of calories! If you enjoy running as part of your fitness plan - mix in some short bursts of speed early in your run. You'll burn more calories and your metabolism will keep burning calories for hours after your run!

Studies also suggest that even if your total caloric expenditure is slightly lower, high intensity workouts can create a modest “after-burn” effect, so you’ll lose more fat.

Add some strength training every other day and you'll not only build muscles - you'll give your calorie burners a little extra boost! When you build muscle, you boost your resting metabolic rate and increase lean body mass.

Women and men can both enjoy the benefits of strength training. Both can sculpt leaner, sexier looking bodies and develop strong muscles.

In one study, women who lifted weights for 25 minutes just two or three times a week gained an average of two pounds of muscle (and lost about four pounds of fat) over an eight-week period.

Strength training is a great way to sculpt sexier looking muscles. If you want to be sleek and strong, why not try Yoga? Many fitness experts believe that this workout can help you develop long, strong muscles, a flat stomach, a strong back, and improved posture. And like working out with weights, Yoga stretches and strengthens connective tissue (tendons and ligaments) and may help reduce your risk of osteoporosis later in life.

If you've been inactive for a few years, the first step is to increase your physical activity as part of your daily life. This is so easy. Try walking or biking to visit friends or to run errands that are not far from home. Park a little farther away when you head out to work or school and enjoy an invigorating walk across the parking lot. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Work in your yard or garden, or take a walk with family or friends after dinner and on the weekends.

Once you start becoming more active in your daily life, incorporate some moderately intense activities as well (for example, brisk walking). If you haven’t been very active lately, start out slowly and listen to your body. When you feel out of breath or tired, slow down or rest. Your body will tell when to ease up a bit!

The key is getting started. Right now! Don’t delay. Just do something to get started. Get out and jog around the block. Enjoy the spring-like weather many of us have had this week. And keep increasing your physical activity each day. Try to improve upon your diet.- enjoy eating healthy foods. Get your protein early in the morning to fuel your exercise throughout the day!

The best way to lose belly fat is with a frequent vigorous exercise and eating healthy foods!

Enjoy the Journey

Is losing weight really that hard? If you’re like me you sometimes have to ask yourself – where did these extra pounds come from.

Luckily there a many natural and healthy ways to lose weight fast. Make exercise and healthy eating two of your daily habits. You can have a much healthier body – and outlook towards life in a surprisingly short time.

Simply cut out one soda every day and walk a couple miles each day! You could easily lose over twenty pounds per year with this one tiny change! Here are some more estimates for calories you can burn during just one hour of exercise:

Bicycling (5 mph) 175
Dancing (Ballroom) 210
Golf (2-some, carrying clubs) 324
Horseback riding (sitting to trot) 246
Light housework, cleaning, etc. 220
Swimming 280
Tennis (recreational doubles) 312
Volleyball (recreational) 250
Aerobic Dancing 500

As you can see - the possibilities are great. So get out there and have some fun while you torch those extra pounds!

Getting in shape fast takes daily exercise and healthy eating choices. Start your journey today. The quickest way to lose weight is with daily exercise and healthy eating! You can do it – enjoy the journey towards a much healthier lifestyle. You can eat healthy, exercise and lose weight fast!

Healthy Children

The benefits of better health and fitness start at an early age.

Healthy children are more likely to develop into healthy adults. Playing sports and regular physical activity can reduce your childrens’ risk of many of the chronic diseases of adulthood. Student athletes do better academically and have lower school drop-out rates than their nonathletic counterparts. Frequent regular physical activity can enhance childrens’ mental health, reducing symptoms of stress and depression and improve their self-esteem.

Physical activity and exercise have been clinically proven to enhance your mood and reduce anxiety. Playing sports and getting regular exercise act as a natural, cost-effective intervention for the mental health of adolescents. Numerous authors have documented a combination of psychosocial benefits such as self-confidence, self-esteem, higher energy levels and positive body image. It is important to note that these gains appear to be influenced by interactions with parents, who can either encourage or dampen a child’s interest and involvement in sports.

The benefits for our growing daughters are especially important.

Researchers found that the more days adolescent females exercised per week, the more likely they were to postpone their first experience with sexual intercourse. Second, preliminary analysis from a study of adolescents from western New York (an area with one of the highest rates of adolescent pregnancy in the United States) indicated that higher rates of athletic participation among adolescent females were significantly associated with lower rates of both sexual activity and pregnancy (Sabo, Farrell, Melnick, & Barnes, 1996).

What can we - as parents - do to encourage our little loved ones to join in the fun? Lead by example is one vital step. Second - encourage our childrens' teachers and school administrators. Girls and boys need to work and play together, starting from an early age. It is often easier for both sexes to play together and learn in small, relaxed groups where children know each other well.

Sports and physical activity can serve as a social and cultural intersection where adolescents, parents and caring adults can come together in mutually supportive ways. The swimming pool, or basketball court are safety zones where our children can hang out together and have fun in a healthy environment. Sports can help our youth test and challenge themselves, learn about competition, develop physical endurance, strength and flexibility, and have fun all at the same time.

Healthy children can grow up to be well balanced, happy and healthy adults!

In Search of Perfect Abs

Perfect Looking Abs? Just a dream or can you really sculpt a tighter tummy like you'd see on an old episode of Baywatch?

Well, the good news is - Yes, you can lose belly fat and develop stronger Abs - and eventually have the kind of tight abs we all wish we had! How soon is somewhat dependent on where you are today. If you're already fairly slim - and haven't grown a potbelly yet - you're in luck! You can sculpt a tighter looking tummy in a matter of weeks!

For those of us who somehow managed to develop somewhat of a bulge above our belts - well the time-frame is going to be a little longer! With plenty of consistent aerobic exercise and some ab strengthening exercises we too can have a tighter tummy!

Watch this short video for some excellent tips on developing your ab muscles -



You can have a slimmer, younger looking body! You too can have the kind of tighter, sexier abs that members of the other sex will admire! And want!

Make today the start of your quest for perfect Abs! Get some simple inexpensive home fitness equipment and start burning calories and building muscles!

Its All in Your Mind!

Is better fitness one of your goals this year? Do you ever find it difficult to maintain your enthusiasm – or feel like skipping a day in your workout schedule?

Sometimes the biggest challenge is really all in your mind! It’s just a mental roadblock or speed bump. Don’t be deterred – try these five tips to help sustain your efforts:

1) View workouts as time for yourself, rather than as a chore. On days when you’re unmotivated, promise to do just five minutes of exercise. Once you get started, you’ll feel the urge to keep going and do much more.

2) Whether you hope to lose 20 pounds or run a mini marathon, you can if you think you can! Set yourself up for morale building victories by establishing short-term goals and rewarding yourself as you reach your milestones.

3) Vary your workouts occasionally by trying different exercises or sports. Enjoy playing a variety of different sports! Choose different exercise routines and gradually build upon your exercise time and intensity. Give your body a variety of challenging thrills and make it fun! Your fitness efforts will seem much easier if you’re having fun. Enjoy your journey to better health and fitness!

4) Bring your long term goal goals to life through visualization. Imagine how you’ll feel slipping into that slinky new dress or walking confidently in a hot little bikini at your favorite beach.

5) Take pictures every week or so and document your progress! After just a few months you’ll most likely be amazed at your progress.

You can have a better life. A healthier and happier life - full of more fun and energy! Start today! If you are wanting to lose some weight this year - the quickest way to lose weight is start getting in shape fast! Exercise most days and keep eating healthy foods. Soon you'll feel better and look better.

Enjoy Life More!

Is it a realistic hope to get in better shape between now and the end of summer? Can you lose some of those extra pounds before school starts up again? The answer is a resounding Yes! You know you can do it! You can get with the program and lose those unsightly bulges. Trim that waist and work on slimmer thighs. You can firm up that butt. And strengthen your ab muscles.

Six-Pack abs may be just a dream - before Labor Day! And - you can start getting some serious aerobic exercise in most days and have a tighter tummy by Halloween! Just in time for all those hilarious Halloween parties!

Yes, there is time to shed those unwanted extra pounds. Time to slim down and look real hot in whatever outfit you put on! There's still time to get in better shap shape and fit into that beautiful little bikini. Getting in shape fast is possible. You CAN have a healthier, sexier body before this Summer goes into the history books.

The key is getting started. Right now! Don’t delay. Just do something to get rolling. And keep increasing your physical activity each day. Enjoy a better diet.

Getting in shape fast is a realistic goal. Start eating healthy foods, exercising and building muscles! The sooner you starter the sooner you too can enjoy the countless benefits of better health!

Have fun with whatever exercise routine you go for. Try new things. A variety of workouts and exercises will help you maintain a better balanced physique! Take up a new sport – or two. Work hard at having fun!

You can reshape your body into a leaner, sexier body with plenty of energy for just about any pursuit. People will start to notice your better health. You’ll start to display a renewed vigor for life and have a much better attitude. Your self confidence will continue to grow. You can enjoy life more!

Try Yoga To Reduce Stress

What does meditation have to offer? For centuries millions have used the simple acts of yoga, exercise, and meditation to reduce stress. The connection between our mind and body is amazing! Feed and nurture your mind and exercise regularly to reduce stress!

Consider the following excerpt from An Intro To Yoga - A series of lectures by Annie Wood-Besant around 1900.

Meditation cannot be the same for every man. Though the same in principle, namely, the steadying of the mind, the method must vary with the temperament of the practitioner.

Suppose that you are a strong-minded and intelligent man, fond of reasoning. Suppose that connected links of thought and argument have been to you the only exercise of the mind. Utilize that past training. Do not imagine that you can make your mind still by a single effort.

Follow a logical chain of reasoning, step by step, link after link; do not allow the mind to swerve a hair's breadth from it. Do not allow the mind to go aside to other lines of thought. Keep it rigidly along a single line, and steadiness will gradually result. Then, when you have worked up to your highest point of reasoning and reached the last link of your chain of argument, and your mind will carry you no further, and beyond that you can see nothing, then stop.

At that highest point of thinking, cling desperately to the last link of the chain, and there keep the mind poised, in steadiness and strenuous quiet, waiting for what may come. After a while, you will be able to maintain this attitude for a considerable time."

You can reduce your stress. You can equip yourself to better handle life's ups and downs! Try exercise and simple meditation to reduce stress!

Eating for Better Health and Fitness

Eating Healthy is vital to any fitness plan! You can save money and eat better if you enjoy eating healthy foods!

To help you stay on track with your healthy eating plan, follow these tips:

Do not skip meals. Skipping meals may cause your metabolism to slow down or lead you to eat more high-calorie, high-fat foods at your next meal or snack.

Select high-fiber foods like whole-grain breads and cereals, beans, vegetables, and fruits. They may help keep you regular and lower your risk for chron­ic diseases, such as coronary heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Choose lean beef, turkey breast, fish, or chicken with the skin removed to lower the amount of fat and calories in your meals. As you age, your body needs fewer calories, especially if you are not very active.

Have three servings of vitamin D-fortified low-fat/fat-free milk, yogurt, or cheese every day. Milk products are high in calcium and vitamin D and help keep your bones strong as you age. If you have trouble digesting or do not like milk products, try reduced-lactose milk products, or soy-based beverages, or tofu. You can also talk to your health care provider about taking a calcium and vitamin D supplement.

Choose foods fortified with vitamin B12. Many adults over the age of 50 have difficulty absorbing adequate amounts of this vitamin. Therefore, they should get this nutrient through fortified foods, such as breakfast cereals, or from a dietary supplement. Talk with your health care provider to ensure that you are consuming enough vitamin B12.

Keep nutrient-rich snacks like dried apricots, whole-wheat crackers, peanut butter, low-fat cheese, and low-sodium soup on hand. Eat only small amounts of such foods as dried apricots and peanut butter because they are high in calories. Limit how often you have high-fat and high-sugar snacks like cake, candy, chips, and soda.

Drink plenty of water or water-based fluids. You may notice that you feel less thirsty as you get older, but your body still needs water to stay healthy. Exam­ples of water-based fluids are caffeine-free tea and coffee, soup, and low-fat or skim milk.

is easier to eat well when you plan for your meals and make them enjoyable. Try these tips:

Grocery shop with a friend. It is pleasant and can save money if you share items that you can only use half of, such as a bag of potatoes or head of cabbage.

Cook ahead and freeze portions to have healthy and easy meals on hand for days when you do not feel like cooking.

Keep frozen or canned vegetables, beans, and fruits on hand for quick and healthy additions to meals. Rinse canned vegetables and beans under cold running water to lower their salt content. If fruit is canned in 100-per­cent fruit juice, drain the juice to avoid added calories.

Try new recipes or different herbs and spices to spark your interest in food. Set the table with a nice cloth and even a flower in a vase to make mealtime special.

Enjoy eating healthy foods with a friend! Make it a family affair! Share your healthy habits with your family and friends!

Never Too Late for Better Fitness

It is never too late to start exercising and moving more. Physical activity may help you manage or even avoid health problems like arthritis, osteoporosis (bone loss), and coronary heart disease. Regular exercise may also help:

* Keep your body flexible.
* Keep your bones and muscles strong.
* Keep your heart and lungs healthy.
* Control high blood sugar, especially if you lose weight.
* Let you keep living in your own home without help.

Fitting in physical activity is not as hard as you may think. Try to do at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity (like brisk walking) on most days of the week.

Also try to do strengthening activities two or three times a week. These activities are important because older adults—especially women—lose muscle and bone every year. Strengthening activities may help prevent or lessen bone loss.

You can get plenty of heart healthy exercise without spending a small fortune joining a health club. There are lots of ways to be physically active that are free or low-cost.
Here are a few easy and inexpensive ideas:

* Finding a local park or school track where you can walk.
* Walking around a mall.
* Being active with your grandchildren—take a walk, toss a softball, or ride bikes.
* Walking your dog or meeting up with a neighbor to walk together.
* Checking out a fitness video from the library and following along at home.
* Get some simple home fitness equipment and start your day off right - with exercise!

Take Care of Your Heart

More baby-boomers are becoming aware that they are at risk of heart disease, which is the crucial first step. Even better, more women are also taking heart-healthy action. If you haven’t already joined this growing trend of heart-savvy people, now is the time to start. Urge your children and other family members to join you in your efforts to lower your risk of heart disease.

Moderate drinkers are less likely to develop heart disease than people who don’t drink any alcohol or who drink too much. Red wine drinkers in particular seem to be protected to some degree against heart disease. Red wine contains flavonoids which are thought to prevent plaque buildup. Red grapes, berries, apples, and broccoli also contain flavonoids.

Enjoy a heart healthy diet eating healthy foods!

• stresses low-cholesterol foods that are good for your heart, such as fruits and vegetables;
whole-grain breads and other foods; low-fat (1 percent) or fat-free milk and
dairy products; nuts, seeds, and beans; and moderate amounts of skinless poultry
and fish*
• is rich in magnesium, potassium, calcium, protein, and fiber
• is low in saturated fat, trans fat, and total fat
• limits red meat, sweets, and sugary drinks
*Oily fish like salmon, herring, and tuna contain omega-3 fatty acids, which have
been shown to reduce your risk of dying of heart disease

Exercise is critical to a healthy heart. If you haven't been too active for a while - start slow. Get up and get some form of exercise at least four days a week! Millions of healthy folks - just like you and me - enjoy a daily walk! Walking is free, and an excellent way to burn calories and lower your stress levels after a hectic day! ( Try an early morning walk during these hot Summer months - you'll enjoy the cooler temps and the quiet sounds of early morning! )

If you are a few pounds over-weight start today! You can exercise and lose weight fast! You can enjoy life more and have loads more energy and fun! Start eating healthy foods and the burn those calories and get rid of that belly! Build muscles and watch your waistline shrink!

Living heart healthy takes effort. But the rewards can mean a healthier, longer life for you and your loved ones!

6 Steps to Better Health and Fitness

Another Wimbledon is in the record books. The 4th and all the fireworks are now another pleasant memory. These long, hot days of Summer give us a little extra time to enjoy our favorite outdoor fun!

July is a great time to evaluate your fitness goals and the progress you are making! With almost 6 months left in this year – why not take a few minutes now to assess your progress and where you’d like to be in 6 weeks or before the Holidays roll around! Are you on track to meet the goals you set forth for this year? If not, don’t panic – there’s plenty of time to make some good progress before the kids head back to school!

Here’s a few ideas to help you keep you going:

1) If you ever find yourself pressed for time – remind yourself that better health can lead to a lifetime of benefits. View workouts as time for yourself, rather than as a chore. On days when you’re unmotivated, convince yourself to exercise for just ten minutes. After getting started, you’ll probably do much more.

2) Whether you want to lose a few pounds or enhance your physical performance, set yourself up for success by establishing reasonable short-term goals. Then, try rewarding yourself as you reach each milestone. Treat yourself to a new pair of running shoes after you lose those first five pounds. Or take the family out to your favorite eatery after you run a whole mile – without stopping! Keep your goals simple and within reach – you’ll accomplish them sooner! Then, set new goals!

3) Make exercise fun. Enjoy playing different sports. Vary your workouts with different exercises. Ever tried yoga or swimming? Many healthy fitness lovers enjoy the benefits of using low-impact exercise equipment. Buy an elliptical and turn your extra room into a mini fitness center! Choose different exercise routines and gradually build your times and intensity. Or try a new sport. Give your body a variety of challenging thrills and make it fun! Your fitness efforts will seem much easier if you’re having fun. Enjoy the journey!

4) See yourself reaching your goal. Visualize your success. Imagine how you’ll feel slipping into a new smaller size or walking down the beach in that really hot new swimsuit! Hang a picture on your refrigerator of someone who already has the kind of body shape you want. Every time you go to the ice-box you’ll have a pleasant reminder to eat healthy foods!

5) Some find it helpful to keep a fitness journal and even take pictures along the way. Document your progress. This can do wonders for your ongoing motivation. Every few weeks – look back and see for yourself how much you’ve accomplished! This can be a powerful strategy to help you assess what’s working and, perhaps what’s not.

6) Hold onto your goal. Add new, short term targets or goals as often as you feel necessary – always keeping an eye on the ultimate goal.

Be proactive - enjoy a healthy lifestyle. You'll have more energy and more fun! Get more sleep, exercise most days, and keep eating healthy foods! You’ll feel better and look better!

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Getting Started

No matter at what age you begin to exercise, or how long you may have been inactive, proper exercise will always improve your physical condition. It is important to begin any exercise program slowly and build up gradually. Remember, it may take several months ( or longer ) to reach your fitness goals. Depending on where you are today.

If weight loss is one of your goals - you can eat healthy, exercise and lose weight fast. Don't rush it though. Stick with a pace you feel comfortable with. Challenge yourself until you feel the need to back off! Enjoy the journey! And keep moving. The more frequently you exercise the quicker you'll see results!

Before beginning an exercise program, you might want to visit with a health care professional or even have a physical examination. If your mobility is limited as a result of a chronic or disabling condition, be sure to review your plans with your doctor. Keep in mind your level of ability and endurance so that you don't risk discomfort or injury. If you experience pain while exercising, stop that particular movement and ask your doctor about it on your next visit.

Stick with it, and you will see results!

Here's some tips to help get you going:

Warming Up

Preparing your body for exercise is important at any age and all fitness levels. A warm-up period should begin with slow, rhythmic activities such as walking or jogging in place.

Gradually increase the intensity until your pulse rate, respiration rate and body temperature are elevated, which is usually about the time that you break a light sweat. Do some easy stretching exercises before moving into the heart of your workout.

Once you begin your daily exercise routine, keep these points in mind to get the best results:

Always drink water before, during and after your exercise session.

Make exercising a part of your daily routine. You may want to set a regular time to exercise each day! Write it in your planner. Invite a friend to join you in the fun.

Start gradually, about 5 to 10 minutes at first. Gradually build upon your time and the intensity of your workouts! Increase the amount of exercise each day, up to about 30 to 60 minutes.

Breathe deeply and evenly during and between exercises. Never hold your breath.

Rest whenever you feel the need. Your body will let you know!

Keep a daily written record of your progress. Look back a few weeks and see how much you've progressed. You might amaze yourself!

Exercise to your favorite music or with friends for even more fun. Put a funny comedy in the DVD player and jump on your elliptical. You'll work off some pounds and have a blast!

Cool Down

If you have been participating in a vigorous workout or sport - you know the kind of workout that leaves you breathing fast - it is extremely important not to stop suddenly. Abrupt stopping interferes with the return of the blood to the heart and could even cause dizziness or fainting. Slow down and reduce the intensity of your exercise gradually.

Walk it off for a few minutes until your breathing returns to a more normal pace. Always end with a few slow stretches. Take your time and focus on your breathing and the muscles you are stretching.

You can have a better life. A healthier and happier life - full of more fun and energy! Start today! If you are wanting to lose some weight this year - the quickest way to lose weight is start getting in shape fast! Exercise most days and keep eating healthy foods. Soon you'll feel better and look better.

The Best Habit for Your Health

If you quit smoking now your body will begin to heal itself in a matter of hours! The healing process in your lungs starts withing the first couple hours! You can reverse the damage caused by smoking! Your body will actually repair itself! How Incredible is that!

You can speed up your recovery time if you start exercising daily. Or, at least most days of the week. And if you want to avoid the weight gain many ex-smokers experience, you might want to start or keep eating healthy foods.

There are no-doubt thousands of ways to quit smoking. Perhaps the easiest – is just do it. Decide to NOT Smoke! The choice is simple - and all yours to make! You CAN do this! Countless others have battled and won. You can too! It's all in your mind! You can tough it out and practice the willpower to quit!

Get rid of all your smokes. All of them! Throw them out. Just do it. When you get that urge – and you will – just take a moment to gather your thoughts and remind yourself of the many health benefits you can ( and will ) enjoy by quitting this horrible habit! This is, after all, very much a battle of your willpower. You make the choice. You decide! And you reap the benefits.

Take a drink of water. Have a piece of fruit. Keep some celery or baby carrots close at hand and nibble on something healthy. Dried fruits like raisins or prunes, raw vegetables, crackers, and whole wheat bread are also good ideas for snacks. Air-popped popcorn is a low-cal snack ( if you can stand it without the butter and salt ) anytime! Or grab a bag of sunflower seeds and munch on them when the urge hits you. Anything is better than smoking!

Start getting 30 minutes of exercise each day. Try something healthy - like brisk walking, cycling, swimming, or doing home repairs or yard work. If you can’t get in 30 minutes all at once, aim for shorter periods of activity – at least 10 minutes – that add up to a half hour per day. If you have not exercised in a long time, start with shorter sessions of 5 to 10 minutes and build gradually from there.

You're not alone. Many smokers struggle with how to quit smoking. Countless others before have made the choice - and won! You can too! Just think of the money you'll save!

There are countless alternatives. In the end – the choice is yours. Make that choice. Start getting in shape fast and make it easier on yourself. Get a little exercise each day. Enjoy a longer, healthier, and more satisfying life!

Try a new sport to help you keep busy and help you keep your mind off smoking! Tennis is great fun at any age! Or swimming will give you a refreshing workout! Even walking will help you stay active and burn calories!

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Lose That Belly Fat

Do you find yourself wondering how to lose that belly fat which seems to have mysteriously emerged over the years? The good news is – You can reduce belly fat if you start a regular exercise routine and start eating healthy foods! Start walking, jogging, rowing, or working out 4 or five days a week. Add in some muscle building strength training every other day!

Walking is great fun any time of the year. If you don’t mind spending a little extra time to burn off those extra calories, walking is a great for getting rid of fat. A brisk paced walk can help ease your stress and the tensions of the day! Get outside – if you can – and enjoy a nice long walk. The benefits are tremendous and you’ll come to enjoy your regular walks.

Swimming is another great low impact exercise. And many people enjoy water aerobics programs offered by the YMCA. Exercise in water means way less stress on your joints. Any exercise in the pool can be a quite refreshing workout. Stop by a public pool and get in some laps or check into a water aerobics class and you can enjoy a whole new way of getting in shape!

Can you lose some of those unsightly extra few pounds before this summer goes into the record book? Yes! You can do it! The choice is yours to make. We can get with the program and lose those unwanted pounds. Trim those thighs and waist. You can firm up that rear. Get rid of that belly and strengthen those ab muscles!

Six-Pack abs might be mere wishful thinking for some ( or, in my case – totally out of the question ) between now and September. And we can shed some of that belly and be on the road to a trimmer, sexier body! Some of us may already be on the way to tighter abs and a much flatter stomach. Make some progress each day and you'll start seeing results sooner than you might imagine.

There is time to shed those unwanted extra pounds. Time to slim down and look real good in that sexy swimsuit you know you want to wear. There is still time to get in shape and fit into that beautiful bikini. Getting in shape fast is a goal you can definitely achieve. You can have a healthier, sexier body by Summer. Why not start today?

The key is getting started. Right now! Don’t delay. Just do something to get started. Get out and jog around the block. Enjoy the spring-like weather many of us have had this week. And keep increasing your physical activity each day. Try to improve upon your diet.- enjoy eating healthy foods. Get your protein early in the morning to fuel your exercise throughout the day!

The best way to lose belly fat is with a whole bunch of exercise and sticking with a healthy eating plan!

Freedom to Exercise and Lose Weight Fast!

Staying fit and losing weight are choices we can all make. We have the freedom to choose! We can choose to exercise four or five days a week. We can make the choice to enjoy eating healthy foods every day of the week.

At the end of the day - it all boils down to the choices we make! We have the freedom to choose!

This 4th of July - and every day - make the healthy choice. You'll most likely live longer and enjoy life more! If you choose healthy habits - you are far less likely to suffer from depression or self esteem issues. You can bolster your level of happiness and lead a more satisfying life if you start getting in shape. The benefits of better fitness can last you for years to follow!

For many - the key is just getting started. Promise yourself to do one thing today to better your health. Get outside before it gets too hot and enjoy nature while you burn some calories. Your choices are many - ride your bike or go roller-blading or for a swim. Get on some good, comfortable running shoes and run ( or even walk ) as far as you can. Call up a friend and hit the links or head out to the nearest tennis courts for some fun and friendship!

Why not top off your day with a healthy meal to celebrate the 4th? Have some lean cuts of beef or skinless chicken at your barbecue. Or - enjoy some salmon for a good dose of healthy omega fats ( the good, heart healthy fats ) and give your brain a boost at the same time! Serve up some healthy fruits and vegetables at your 4th of July party - and keep some handy for your family to enjoy anytime!

Your fitness choices are practically endless. Enjoy a variety of exercise and play as many sports as you can find time to enjoy. Variety leads to quicker results and better overall fitness! If you are wanting to lose weight this summer - you can join the millions of healthy folks who exercise and lose weight fast!


A happier, healthier life are just a few simple choices away! Make the choice to enjoy eating healthy foods and live a life of better health and fitness!

Start Your Day Right Get Rid of that Belly!

The best way to lose belly fat is burn away those extra pounds with plenty of vigorous exercise! Not only will you get a slimmer, sexier tummy - you'll realize the many benefits of better fitness! For the quickest and lasting results compliment your exercise program with a steady diet of healthy foods.

Forget the pills and magic elixirs. Sustainable weight loss is best achieved with frequent exercise. Can you find as few as 30 minutes a day to improve your health? Countless fitness enthusiasts get up a little early and get some quality quiet time and exercise before the rest of the family even gets out of bed!

You won't need much to get started. A good pair of running or walking shoes. Maybe a few simple pieces of home fitness equipment to get you started. You can get a great workout without even leaving the house! Or maybe you'd prefer getting outdoors and enjoying the sights, smells, and sounds of nature!

Many healthy people find early morning workouts give them an extra boost of energy hours into their day. Your metabolism continues to burn off calories long after your workout ends. Remember to enjoy eating healthy foods as your take the journey to a slimmer, more toned body shape.

Start today. Summer is an ideal time for working off those extra pounds. Get out there and sweat off a few pounds each week. The harder you exercise, the easier it is to get rid of that belly fat! You can have tighter abs before Summer ends - if you get in some heart-pumping exercise at least four or five days a week. ( Rest is important too - so give your body a day or two to recover and restore itself! )

You've seen the ads and heard the amazing results some fitness lovers get from just walking their way to better health! Your options are plentiful. Find some kind of exercise or sport that you enjoy. Losing weight is much easier when you are having fun! Sign up for a Yoga class. Or join a tennis league. Whatever gives you the most enjoyment.

Today is the perfect day to get started. Find some time for you. Get yourself some simple home fitness equipment and start your day off right - with exercise! Try it - you'' love how you feel and soon people will begin to notice your slimmer stomach! You can shed those unwanted pounds and enjoy life more in the process!