By Gabe Sanders Ph.D., NSCA-CSCS Research suggests that any type of squat or multi-joint exercise can significantly improve weight management strategies and regular squat-based exercises can counter age-related pathologies or diseases.
Maintain weight… Use the glycemic index
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Foods low on the glycemic index are often healthier because they regulate your blood sugar to a greater extent than foods high on the glycemic index.
Add resistance training to your weight loss program to enhance weight loss
By Jonathon Stavres MS, ACSM-EP-C Lean mass is thermogenic, which means that it burns energy during rest. Therefore, increases in lean mass may increase resting metabolic rate, which is a major component of weight management.
The “Great New Year’s Resolution” How to stick to a new fitness program?
By Jonathon Stavres MS, ACSM-EP-C Research has shown that the more interesting and fun your fitness program is to you; the more effective it will be and the better you will adhere to it.
You were right! We shouldn’t exercise to eat
Jonathon Stavres, PhD, ACSM- E.P.-C. In order to lose weight, calorie expenditure has to outweigh calorie consumption. This is why we must not exercise to eat but instead exercise and eat to live well.