I believe this is a very good suggestion on calorie counting.  I am never a fan of counting calories.   This article makes it relatively simple to implement.  I would love to hear the feedback.

http://www.precisionnutrition.com/calorie-control-guide

WE ASK FOR YOUR HELP!

We have years of experiences helping clients lose weight, and we understand that it can be very confusing to figure out whether your daily calorie expenditure exceeds your daily calorie consumption which results in weight loss if you can accomplish that consistently.  Most people have no idea how many calories they consume every day and how many calories they burn every day.  Therefore, weight loss becomes more or less a guess.

Our goal is to provide a one stop solution for people to manage their weight loss, so they know exactly where they are every step of the way.

We'd like your help so we can develop a website that people can find us so we can help them manage their weight loss.  And in return, we will give you free access once it's been launched.

Here is the question:  if you are looking for a product or system to help you monitor your weight loss progress, what words would you use to search online?

Thanks in advance for helping us!

Sugary drinks the culprits in obesity epidemic, decades-long study finds

Alarming research on sugary beverages, especially for those parents!  Take a look at the stack of the sugar cubes in front of the soft drink cups!

Sugary drinks the culprits in obesity epidemic, decades-long study finds

Quote of the day

"If people only knew how hard I work to gain my mastery, it wouldn't seem so wonderful at all."
– Michelangelo Buonarroti

Look Years Younger With These 4 Foods

I don't know about you, but every time I look at the mirror,  I saw more wrinkles;-)!  Below are 4 foods can help us out.

http://www.joybauer.com/photo-gallery/look-years-younger-with-these-foods.aspx?xid=nl_EverydayHealthSkinandBeauty_20120921

Measuring Your Personal Fitness Level

Body shape, lifestyle, genes, and cardiovascular ability all help to shape your individual fitness factor.

http://www.everydayhealth.com/fitness/measuring-personal-fitness-level.aspx?xid=salesnl_6332_20120919

Quote of the day

"Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it."
– Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

No time to workout? Problem SOLVED!

No time to workout?  We can SOLVE THAT!  Try our new programs to help you spend less time working out and burn twice the calories!

http://www.fitnessgrace.com/Personal-Training-Vancouver/Personal-Training-Vancouver-Tabata-Fitness-Grace.htm

No time to workout? Problem SOLVED!

No time to workout?  We can SOLVE THAT!  Try our new programs to help you spend less time working out and burn twice the calories!

http://www.fitnessgrace.com/Personal-Training-Vancouver/Personal-Training-Vancouver-Tabata-Fitness-Grace.htm

Seven Proven Tips for Weight Loss Success

I think there are a lot of truth to the article below, but I don't agree with every point.  However,  the one we haven't talked about enough is to chew your food mindfully.  A lot of time, we have our meal in front of computer, TV or newspaper(I am guilty of that;;).  We end up eating too much and too fast before the brain registers the fullness.

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-mindful-self-express/201209/seven-proven-tips-weight-loss-success?goback=%2Egde_2007987_member_164116476

Arthritis Awareness Month

September is Arthritis Awareness Month.  This year, The Society is debunking the myths surrounding arthritis and urging all Canadians to take notice of this disease, which is a leading cause of disability in Canada.

Learn about some of the top myths about arthritis and share the information with your family and friends.

http://www.arthritis.ca/aam

Beautiful sunset last night at my west end condo overlooking English Bay.

Cancers and Lifestyle choices

I was watching the news from the local news station here in Vancouver and heard that 50% cancers are linked to lifestyle choices.  So in order to prevent cancers,  not only we need to avoid smoking, but also eat a healthy diet and engage regular exercises. 

At first,  I was little surprised by the high percentage, but it does make sense that a lot of our health problems stem from bad lifestyle choices.

Surprisingly, what's good for the brain is good for your body too!

http://www.vancouversun.com/Health/Empowered-Health/Photos+superfoods+healthier+brain/7194422/story.html

Men's best foods

http://www.menshealth.com/nutrition/best-foods

Happy Labor Day!

Happy Labor Day!  Check out our specials!

http://www.fitnessgrace.com/Personal-Training-Vancouver/Personal-Training-Vancouver-Special-Fitness-Grace.htm

Menu for Great Skin

The rainbow connection. colorful fruits and vegetables are loaded with antioxidants and fiber. Produce-rich diets improve skin tone and appearance and may prevent photoaging (Dinkova-Kostova 2008).
Water. Vital for flushing waste prodcuts, water keeps skin plump and hydrated.
Seafood Fish, especially salmon, is full of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids. Shellfish are a good source of zinc.
Healthy fats. Avocados, flaxseeds and olive oil have beneficial fats that keep ski supple and glowing.
Nuts. Almonds, walnuts and other nuts are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E.
Whole grains. Unprocessed grains are an excellent source of the B vitamins that are essential for manufacturing new skin cells.
Spice it up. Basil, cinnamon, cloves, garlic, ginger, red chili, tumeric and curry have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions.

- From IDEA Fitness Journa