Insulin – too much makes you FAT

Insulin – a hormone produced in the pancreas regulates the amount of sugar in the blood.  In diabetics, the pancreas produces no insulin at all, too little, or it is defective.  Only about 10% of the people with diabetes are Type I where their bodies do not produce insulin.  The majority of the diabetic population [...]

Keys to Getting Lean

  Spring is here and summer is right around the corner.  Pool season is coming upon us.  Outside events and dinner parties wearing sun dresses and shorts.  You’ve probably been going at it hard for awhile or maybe you are just starting.  Either way, right now, your decision to get lean and in shape for [...]

Tip: Accountability

If you’re having trouble sticking with your plan it may be time to find an accountability partner.  This is someone who will keep you from getting off track, especially when you socialize.  It doesn’t necessarily have to be your spouse or partner.  You should be able to call him or her when you are feeling [...]

The Ever Changing Journey

            There was an interesting quote I came across the other day that I liked regarding exercise and fitness.  I feel more people need to refocus their energies on the outcome using a macro-level approach instead of the “right now” approach.  Here’s the quote: “It’s a lifestyle- train like there’s no finish line.” When I [...]

Chronic Cardio

Many people at the beginning of this year made the quest to find better health, lose weight, or possibly gain more energy. But, are they doing the right thing to attain this? I was at the gym the other night gazing among the attendees. This year and like every other year at this time, the [...]