By Jonathon Stavres MS The difference between these two terms may be the difference in accomplishing, or falling short of physical activity goals.
Maintain Don’t Gain this holiday season
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS The problem with gaining 1-2 pounds during the holiday season is that most people do not lose that weight at the beginning of the new year. Therefore, your goal this holiday season should be “Maintain, don’t gain!”
Burning calories, being physically active: A mind set, not a chore
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the term “physical activity” is defined as any movement that results in muscle contraction. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that older adults (55 years and older) engage in some type of physical activity for a minimum of 2.5 hours weekly.