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A Playdate with Exercise

As the summer heats up, we have been scheduling our play dates earlier in the day if they involve being outside in the heat. This past week the temperatures reached highs of just over one hundred degrees but we were able to avoid the discomfort of such high temperatures by going out early in the morning. On one of our recent playdates we made plans to go to the only lake within the city’s limit. This lake has a lot of nice features. It has a beach for swimming and sand for playing as well as a good sized playground. … Continue reading →

Missed My Water Aerobics

Well my first day of water aerobics came and I could not go because wouldn’t you know it I had 2 kids home from school sick. Seriously this was the first time I had committed to exercise and it happens to fall on the same day my kids are home sick for the first time this year. It did not go over well with my new weight loss buddy I think she thought I was just trying to get out of it. The reality is I am actually looking forward to it. I am actually trying to get our weight … Continue reading →

The Top Five Reasons Why I Love to Exercise During Pregnancy

As hard as it is to get starting on a regular exercise routine, maintaining it can be even harder. We all know that there are a million reasons why we cannot seem to find the time or motivation to exercise, but we cannot deny the benefits of regular exercise. While we tend to focus on the negative aspects of exercise (overcoming obstacles, finding the time and motivation, etc.), there are even more positive reasons to start a workout regimen. Upon my own personal reflection of the last few years of my own exercise routine, I realized that I have gained … Continue reading →

Runners Collapse in Race Due to Lack of Water

This past week the city I live in, Milwaukee, hosted its “Rock ‘n Sole” event, a half marathon and 10K race that is sponsored by the largest musical festival around, “Summerfest.” The temperature was 85 degrees and the humidity was high. But runners are used to this and so they manage to get through it. That is, if they remain hydrated. What was supposed to be a day of fun and fitness turned into medical emergencies as more than 20 runners had to be taken to a hospital. All required IVs for hydration. There was an additional 50 runners who … Continue reading →

Exercise Common Sense

Mess with my kid and I’ll hunt you down and gut you like a fish… or slap you with a lawsuit. Litigation, it’s the American way, and if you are a parent whose child has suffered at what you perceive are the hands of another, then watch out world! We’ve seen it before on countless occasions. Recently, moms and dads ambushed cyberspace kvetching about the revelation that Taco Bell’s “seasoned beef” is alleged to be made primarily from components, such as water, isolated oat product, wheat oats, soy lecithin, maltodextrin, anti-dusting agent, autolyzed yeast extract, modified corn starch and sodium … Continue reading →

Good Reasons to Drink Plenty of Water

There are some very good reasons to drink plenty of water. Not only is it important to do while you are exercising but it should become a regular part of your daily intake. First of all, if you are exercising you usually sweat. When your body sweats it begins to lose fluid and since our bodies are mostly made up of water, you can become dehydrated. You will lose the effectiveness of your workout if you are dehydrated because your body loses energy. Of course dehydration can also become dangerous. If you don’t replenish your body with water it could … Continue reading →

The Importance of Water When Dieting

Our bodies are made up of 50-70 percent water. Water is essential to life and good health. Drinking too much water is nearly impossible as our bodies will adjust with urination output. However, not drinking enough water can lead to dehydration. When we do not drink enough water our kidneys do not function properly. Since we do not store water in our bodies, it is vital that we consume the proper amount daily for good health. While we can survive for a week with no food, it only takes days to experience harmful and deadly effects of dehydration. Water helps … Continue reading →

Exercise for Type II Diabetics

Exercise is important for everyone, but regular exercise is especially important for people with Type II diabetes. With regular exercise, diabetics may be able to control nerve pain and/or peripheral neuropathy, nerve damage that mainly affects the legs and feet. Regular exercise can also help a diabetic maintain a healthy weight and regulate their blood sugar. But, some diabetics avoid exercise because they are already overweight or suffering from some physical ailment. They may even avoid getting started on an exercise regiment because they cannot exercise for very long. Just remember – any movement is good movement. While the American … Continue reading →

A Glass of Water for Weight Loss?

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My husband and I are both trying to lose weight. I am trying to lose a few inches of my baby belly and my husband is trying to lose the weight he gained from all those romantic dinners at Olive Garden during our first years together. Since I am nursing my 4-month-old, I’m a little limited when it comes to dieting, but my husband has radically changed his diet. In addition to eating a lot of lean protein, fish, and plenty of fruits and vegetables, he has increased his daily water intake. Can water really help you lose weight? It … Continue reading →

Aerobic Exercise in Pregnancy

Aerobic exercise has many benefits in pregnancy. There are many kinds of aerobic activity that pregnant women may enjoy. Try a prenatal aerobics class or DVD. Walking and swimming are also good, low impact aerobic activity. Most women who are fit before pregnancy are able to easily and comfortably continue to work out during pregnancy. If you haven’t worked out before, your doctor may have additional precautions and advice. If you have been working out, ask your health care provider about any modifications that may be needed. Walking on a treadmill will offer additional results for your walking routine. You … Continue reading →