If you look at Japanese people, you will notice that most of them are slim. And yet, Japan is a rice consuming nation. Shape Magazine, Jul 04 edition attempts to answer the following question: Why the Japanese population are so much slimmer than the low-carb crazed Americans? Statistics: Only 1.8% men & 2.6% women have …
Today, an article in Sunday Star is quite interesting: it talks about a study conducted to find out the effects of exercising without losing weight. Subjects (slim, obese & diabetic men) were given an exercise program but with a twist- they have to eat more to compensate for the extra calories lost. The results: even …
First, it’s ok to slip up once a while. Nobody’s perfect. It does not mean we are useless or is a failure. Don’t hate yourself. Before I started eating sensibly, I used to feel guilty about my sweet tooth and food addiction, not realising it is attributed to the way the food I take react …
It’s OK to Slip Once a While- Just Don’t Make it a Habit Read More »
The motivation that led me to start this blog thread is to record my journey of realisation of the dangers of sugar. I started my new way of eating ‘officially’ on 26 April, slipped off in May and came back again on early June. After that major slip in May (when I went to Penang …
I Realised Moderation is the Key to Sustained Weight Loss Read More »
I am currently reading this very interesting book called: 10 Habits That Mess Up a Woman’s Diet by Elizabeth Somer. She uses a very interesting simile. No one can defy the law of physics. ADEQUATE EXERCISE + HEALTHY EATING= LOSING WEIGHT No one is going to grow fat eating veges and grilled chicken. She …
Just watched the Marilu Henner’s Shape Up show in discovery H&H (Home & Living). I love her show coz: she covers many aspects of health & fitness, from the inside out. she also show how home makeover works- inspiring for clutters like me. features talks by health specialist to talk about common health issues we …
I’m glad to have a few colleagues who friends who share the same aspiration that I have. When I met any of the gym kakis when I happen to eat at the pantry, we will talk bout classes, what to do, eat, etc. I am still a novice while they are already well experienced. Feel …
Simple Way by a Colleague who successfully lose weight Read More »
One thing I learned about exercising is the THRESHOLD. You have to reach it and hit it. Once you hit it, you will genuinely love exercising. I could not hit the threshold when I was exercising in the park or hiking. But I hit it in the gym.. and I am sharing with you on …
I have quite a number of friends who don’t really fancy exercising. Common quoted excuse: No time (most popular) Too much of an effort Got joint/lower back problems- and get pain when try to exercise. About 4 years ago when I was working on shift, I get off during certain weekdays and used to go …
