Author: Saravanan “Sharu” Hariram
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5 small steps to lose weight
Forget intense diets or long workouts – the best way to get results from your weight loss programme is by taking baby steps.Research shows that people who made one small, potentially permanent change in their choice of food or activity every week lost four times the weight compared to those that followed more traditional weight-loss…
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The best workout for your body type
Many people spend hours working out in the gym or at home but see no significant results. If you’re one of those people, it may be that you’re following a routine that isn’t right for your body type. We all come in different shapes and sizes, which is why it’s important to identify what your…
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Five ways to revv up your weight-loss routine
After a great start, do you find yourself stuck on the scale? You’re wondering why you’ve stopped losing weight, given you have been following the same diet and exercise regimen daily. Hitting a plateau is a common for anyone on a weight-loss plan. Here’s five ways to help you overcome it: #1 You’re eating too…
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How exercising can save your life
A few years back, no one knew what metabolic syndrome was. These days, it’s as widespread as the common cold. What exactly is this condition that also goes by the mysterious name of Syndrome X? Metabolic syndrome is a grouping of risk factors such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, unhealthy cholesterol levels, and…
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Did you know you ‘exhale’ the fat you burn?
We’re always talking about burning fat, but very rarely do we stop to ask where that fat goes. Is it converted into energy and released as heat? Or is it converted to muscle? Apparently, neither is the right answer. According to a study by Andrew Brown from the University of New South Wales and physicist…