“Biggest Loser” TV participants: Diet + Exercise best for weight loss!

“NIH Confirms ‘Biggest Loser’ Method Works: A National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases senior investigator and colleagues analyzed data from 11 participants on the reality TV show. They concluded diet matters more for weight loss than intensive exercise, and more moderate lifestyle changes are enough to keep the weight off.”

Click above to read the full article.

What do you think?  What has helped you most to lose those unwanted pounds?  For me I can honestly tell you that only working out a lot did NOT do it for me.  For me, it has been about changing what I choose to eat.  How about you?

WFC: Basic workout program

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Need help figuring out what to do in the Wellness Fitness Center?

Use this sheet as a guide to setting up a basic program to get you started.

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WFC: TEAM LIFE workout recording card

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Here is a handy sheet to take with you to the Wellness Fitness Center.  Use this to write down your program!

Keep a fitness and nutrition journal!

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Here is an easy to use journal to help you keep track of your progress.  Print it out and staple it together.  It is a half-fold brochure made to be printed double-sided.

Need a little change in your workout routine?

  • Are you getting bored in the gym?
  • Are you doing the same workout over and over again?
  • Looking for something new?

I tried to adapt some Crossfit workouts so that you can do them in the WFC.  If you are not familiar with Crossfit please check it out! http://www.crossfit.com/

Click here to view some new, fun, dynamic workouts!

Do you have an ANTI-CANCER diet?

What does an Anti-Cancer diet look like?

How many people do you know that have been diagnosed with cancer?  If we were sitting down together right now I could probably talk to you for hours about the people I personally know that have been diagnosed with cancer.  Cancer is everywhere and effecting so many of us.  What are you doing to reduce your risk?  Wearing sunscreen, exercising, not smoking?  But, is your diet helping to reduce your chances?

Anti-Cancer: A New Way Of Life is a GREAT book.  But, if you don’t want to read the book at least take one hour to watch the following video:

Natural Defenses in Preventing and Treating Cancer

What did you learn from this lecture?

 

Green smoothie… YES, it’s green!

I have a new favorite book.  This book takes a look at the foods we eat and how our body digests them.  The title of the book is what initially caught my eye, The Beauty Detox Solution.  The premise of the book focuses on eating your way to beautiful younger looking body.  Who doesn’t want a younger looking body??

One of the tips is to drink a green smoothie every morning.  I started this a couple months ago and feel GREAT!!!  It’s very easy and will ensure that you are getting the recommended fruits and veggies each day.  Try it out!

Take out your blender…

  •  1 cup water
  • Greens: choose whatever greens you have, kale, spinach, lettuce, etc.  I just through a whole bunch in the blender.
  • Fruits: to sweeten it up add an apple and a pear or peach, or whatever fruit you have at home.

Drink this first thing in the morning while your stomach is empty.  This will allow your body to get the best absorption to start off your day great.
I know it sounds yucky to many of you, but it is very nutritious and full of fiber. It’s an easy way to get your needed fruits and veggies.

Let us know if you tried and and what you think  about it!!!

Click here for the recipe from Snyders Blog

 

My favorite nutrition quotes: what do you think?

I would like to share with you some of my favorite Michael Pollan quotes:

  • “eat sweet foods as you find them in nature”
  • “Don’t eat breakfast cereals that change the color of your milk.”
  • “avoid foods that have some form of sugar (or sweetener) listed among the top three ingredients”
  • “Avoid food products containing ingredients that a third-grader cannot pronounce”
  • “Eat only foods that will eventually rot”
  • “If it came from a plant, eat it; if it was made in a plant, don’t”

Reply to this post and tell me what these mean to you.  Also, tell us how you can incorporate these simple quotes into your life.

Source: Pollan, M. (2009). Food rules: An eater’s manual. New York: Penguin Books.

City of San Marcos Hikes!

The city of San Marcos offers free hikes!  Come on out and learn about the city and the hiking trails!

The 21st annual trail day is Sunday October 14th which includes a 3 mile or 6 mile hike to the Palomar “P“!!! This one is right in our backyard!

Please click the following links for information and a calendar of events:

Do you just want to know more about the local trails to be able to go on your own time?

City Trails Map and Bikeway Master Plan

TEAM LIFE Fall 2012 activities!

Are you ready to get healthy?  TEAM LIFE is here to help you!

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WORKOUTS AT WORK!
10 WEEKS OF EMPLOYEE FITNESS ACTIVITIES: SEPTEMBER 5TH-NOVEMBER 16TH
Are you currently exercising at least 30 minutes 5 days per week? My guess is that you may need a little push to meet that goal. So, why not join us
for some workouts at work?

  • Wednesdays 7-8am Circuit Training (aerobics room G-8)
    • These classes involve a circuit of 12-15 different exercises involving both cardio and strength training. This class accommodates all exercise levels, so everyone is welcome!
  • Fridays 12-1pm JAZZERCISE (aerobics room, G-8)
    • On Fridays we are again offering a free Jazzercise class. Jazzercise is a class the combines Jazz dance with aerobics. It’s a fun and great workout.
  • One-on-One appointment at the Wellness Fitness Center: Exercise design assistance
    • Do you need help setting up a program in the WFC? Set up a One-on-One appointment to start on the right track. Just fill out a request on our Blog and Professor Falcone will meet with you and help you get started on the right track!

68% OF OUR POPULATION IS OVERWEIGHT! ARE YOU A PART OF THAT STATISTIC?
JOIN OUR WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE
Join our Biggest Loser challenge for a fun way to work toward your goal weight.

  • Biggest Loser challenge
    • Weekly Wednesday Weigh-in for 10 weeks, September 5th-November 14th.
    • You will join with a weight loss partner and compete as a team. Weight loss will be calculated by your weight loss percentage. The average percentage lost between you and your partner will be used each week to assess your progress.
    • Cost: $30 for each team of 2.
    • Award: The top three teams will win a cash prize. Prize amount will be determined by the number of participants.