Fitness News #1 – 2017

Given the universal interest in weight loss and fat loss you would think this question has a simple answer. Of a survey completed on 150 doctors, dieticians and personal trainers the widespread answer in over 50% of the respondents was that fat is converted to heat and energy as it is broken down. Others suggested… Continue reading Fitness News #1 – 2017

Does Exercise Affect Your Appetite?

The benefits of physical activity have been extensively reported in preventing chronic diseases. Physical activity is also an important intervention in weight loss or weight maintenance. Popular weight loss TV shows highlight the importance of high intensity exercise as a main contributor to the weight loss achieved by the contestants. The truth is that exercise… Continue reading Does Exercise Affect Your Appetite?

How Do We Integrate Free Living Walking and Standing Back Into Our Urban Lifestyle

One of the most dramatic changes to our lifestyle over the past 100 years has been the decline in standing and walking. At the beginning of the 20th century 90% of the world’s population was involved in some sort of rural activity. In the 21st century this number has declined significantly as more of us… Continue reading How Do We Integrate Free Living Walking and Standing Back Into Our Urban Lifestyle