Body mass index is a diagnostic tool used by fitness and nutrition professionals to assess an individuals risk of obesity related disease. Since obesity is responsible for an increase in health problems, this establishes the importance of BMI diagnostic tools. Therefore, based on height and weight BMI allows us to determine where one sits on a…
Planks are a safe and effective way to strengthen the core. The core is a term used to describe abdominals and glutes. This group of muscles is responsible for stabilizing the back and providing support for the abdominals and hip muscles. I’ll explain and show you different plank exercise variations in this article. The video…
People with diabetes need to exercise as well as eat healthy but if you want to step it up a notch, try a HIIT workout at-home! What Is A HIIT Workout? When you hear people talking about HIIT workouts, it means High Intensity Interval Training. 3 Exercise HIIT Workout In our case, Tracy performs 3…
Since most people have become lazy during this time of quarantine, let’s talk about 3 quick exercises to boost your energy. The name of the game in health and fitness is exercise and nutrition. Nutrition is king and exercise is Queen, Both are so important. Now more than ever, daily movement is so important. We…
Ayurvedic medicine has touted the benefits of warm lemon water for many years. Drinking warm lemon dates back to as early as 1747. My morning routine goes through phases and warm lemon water is often my go to drink to start my day. Sometimes it’s because of needing a break from coffee and other times because…
Today starts week 2 of the Coronavirus Covid_19 crisis, therefore it’s important to start quarantine days with healthy fats. During this temporary shut down of life, regular exercise and good nutrition are still a priority for me. In my house we are doing what we can to slow the spread by staying in the house….
This post includes quick and easy resistance exercises using a strength band that will help diabetes management. I always feel better when I get my blood flowing in the morning with a little movement. In the mornings, I wake up feeling dead, so morning movement is a requirement for me. The benefits of movement early…
Please note that exercise is important to get your blood flowing each day especially if you have diabetes. Even the smallest amount of exercise helps to wake up and energize the body and mind, however, a core circuit workout does more. It doesn’t need to be complicated or involve a lot of equipment. Any movement…
Looking into type 1 diabetes exercise options and the benefits to stabilize blood sugar levels in diabetics. Insulin and sleep are important, however, exercise and nutrition are the King and Queen of blood glucose control in type 1 diabetics. Regular physical activity helps control high blood sugar levels while it’s important for all individuals looking…