Fighting Childhood Obesity

March 12th, 2010

Here’s a very important video talk by Jamie Oliver on the topic of fighting childhood obesity . . .  Thanks to Stephen Cooper for sharing on his site.

Cida Trains with Beto

March 9th, 2010

zumba-logo-horizontal This past weekend Cida had a great opportunity to train in a Master Class with the founder of Zumba, Beto Perez.  Over 200 instructors gathered at 24 Hour Fitness in San Antonio, TX to learn new choreography, teaching methods, and motivation techniques by the master himself, Beto. Cida now has 3 certifications with Zumba:  Zumba Fitness, Zumba Gold and Zumbatomic.  With this extra training and insight by Beto, get ready for Cida’s classes to be even  hotter and energetic than ever. Click here to view Cida’s group fitness class schedule.

Cida and Beto

Cida and Beto

Getting Through the Weekend Without Gaining Weight

February 26th, 2010

dreamstimeextrasmall_2695404 You can work diligently all week following your menu and adhering to your exercise program only to have the “wheels come off” over the weekend and undermine all your efforts.  It can easily be done with an ounce of fudge here, a piece of pizza there, or maybe a to large a serving size or an appetizer at your favorite restaurant.  If eating splurges are a problem for you, it is essential that you stick to your long range planning. The weekends typically encourage people to indulge in high-fat, high-calorie foods that are low in nutrients, and this is also the time we’re most likely to make excuses for skipping exercise. One of the most significant diet dangers revolves around sugar consumption. Problems arise from riding on a sugar roller coaster. When you binge on sugar, you tend crave more. Along with sunlight deprivation, sugar binges cause a drop (after a rise) in serotonin, a chemical in the brain that regulates sleep and appetite. A lack of serotonin is often associated with depression. When you’re deprived of serotonin, you won’t feel calm and in control. To help boost your serotonin levels naturally, eat small but frequent meals that include complex, starchy carbohydrates. You can also help control blood sugar levels and appetite by eating a balanced amount of protein, carbohydrate and fat at least four times a day. Having protein, carbohydrate and fat in every meal keeps energy levels constant and appetite under control. You should keep up your regular exercise during the weekends and accept no excuses. When endorphins are high, you’ll cope with stress better, and exercise will boost endorphins.

Here are some other weekend survival tips:

  • Avoid eating no fat. Eating moderate amounts of fat at a meal can help you feel full sooner and keep you full longer, just don’t overdue it.
  • Don’t skip meals. Skipping meals leads to hunger, low energy levels and improper food choices.
  • Don’t pass up favorite foods or deprive yourself completely. Moderate consumption is the key.
  • Don’t tempt yourself by keeping trigger foods or comfort foods around the house. If you have them, it increases the likelihood that you will overeat.
  • Plan meals by keeping in mind the demands you’ll have on your schedule that day.

·                     Don’t go to a party starving. Before you leave home, eat something light or drink a meal replacement shake. Also drink a great deal of water the day of the party.

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Quote of the Day

February 25th, 2010

“Fighting fat is a waste of time and energy. Diets don’t work. The minute you stop, the weight goes back up. Loving and approving of yourself, trusting in the process of life and feeling safe because you know the power of your own mind make up the best diet I Read the rest of this entry »

Robert Fripp discusses the notion of “it is impossible to achieve the aim without suffering”

February 22nd, 2010

Think of this as you engage in your health and fitness journey. Are you getting the results you desire? Are you hitting the “wall” and don’t even have self awareness to realize what you’re doing wrong? Below is a song by Read the rest of this entry »

Healthy Aging II

February 19th, 2010

From the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging: Healthy Aging involves:

  • Exercise and physical activities
    • Balance exercises will help prevent falls
    • Strength training will help prevent osteoporosis
    • Stretching keeps the body limber to give more movement
    • Heart diseases is alleviated with exercise
    • Endurance exercises increase stamina and improve lung and heart health
  • Pay attention to weight and your shape
    • Many health problems come from being overweight or obese, including:
      • Greater risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, cancer, and arthritis
    • Being too thin isn’t healthy either:
      • Indication of frailty or symptom of disease

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Healthy Aging

February 18th, 2010

Here are some Aging Statistics you may or may not be aware of: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics, and the National Health Interview Survey, a study was conducted to determine chronic conditions for people aged 65+.  The study determined the Read the rest of this entry »

Be Water My Friend

February 14th, 2010

Aqualogix Hydro-fit Classes coming soon!  Stay tuned.

More Zumba Classes Added To Schedule For Sugar Land

February 13th, 2010

zumba_resolutions Cida Moore has added more hot Zumba Fitness classes to her schedule in Sugar Land.  Come out and join the party! Classes start on February 22nd and are scheduled at: Location:  Eldridge Park (clubhouse), 2511 Eldridge Road, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Days and Time:  Monday, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Read the rest of this entry »

10 Reasons To Dance Into Shape With Zumba

February 6th, 2010

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  1. Live to see your grandchildren, maybe even great-grandchildren, and be a part of their lives.
  2. Keep your mind sharp.
  3. Look and stay young.
  4. Increase your energy level.
  5. Protect your body against disease.
  6. Reduce stress.
  7. Move with grace and confidence.
  8. Perk up your self-esteem.
  9. Have more fun shopping for fabulous-fitting clothes.
  10. Look gorgeous.

Taken from the recent book written by Beto Perez “Zumba:  Ditch the Workout, Join the Party.” zumba_fitness_book