I have no time to exercise Daily Power Walk

This is the most common excuse that exists all over the world. I have no time no time. Some of us want more than 24hours in one day but as that is not possible we have to learn how to make time. Time management is a good word, keep that in mind. If you think you haven't got the time to exercise make a schedule or a list of everything you have to [...] Read More


Don't use pregnancy as an excuse not to exercise Daily Power Walk

Life is unpredictable and our lives rarely turn out exactly like we had planned to. That is what happens when you have just decided to lose weight or join a gym and you find out you are pregnant. During your pregnancy you need to take it easy to make sure you and the baby are healthy and safe. But healthy and safe doesn't mean that you are supposed to be [...] Read More


31 Days to a New you: Day 11: 15 minutes you don't want to miss Daily Power Walk

The 30 minutes walking was a start and if you have been walking every day since then you should now be able to add another 15 minutes to your daily exercise routine. I say routine because by now you should be able to say it is a routine and stick to it. But it is time for us to add another 15 minutes to our exercise program and these are 15 [...] Read More


Exercise for a better brain Are you a beauty?

As it turns out, physical exercise (running, walking etc) makes us less forgetful, help us study easier and can even keep old-age dementia at bay. The Franklin Institute presents various studies and proofs why exercise and workout is necessary for a good brain. Walking can drastically improve your brain condition: "Studies of senior citizens who walk regularly showed significant improvement in memory skills compared to sedentary elderly people. Walking also improved their [...] Read More


Exercise During Pregnancy Well Woman Blog

I always found exercise beneficial when I was pregnant. Nothing too strenuous, of course, but a brisk walk, swimming and the easier yoga poses get the blood running and rid you of that dull, lethargic feeling that sometimes accompanies pregnancy. Forbes Health Tips agrees. Assuming your doctor approves, exercise can help keep you healthy and feeling good during pregnancy. While you should avoid strenuous activity, light exercise can offer many benefits [...] Read More

Pilates for good Health Daily Power Walk

Did you think you had to run around to burn calories? No there are much more pleasant ways of exercising. Many women are worried about getting big and bulky if they start building up their muscles. With Pilates you don't have to worry about that. Pilates strengthen your body and stretches you to relaxation. Your energy flow will increase and you will become more aware of your body's movement. It is [...] Read More


Muscles only for men? Daily Power Walk

Muscles are only for men? Are you worried about getting too bulky when you work out? Well there are women that are the opposite. The bulkier the better. The more muscles they have the more beautiful they are. I think this is very impressing actually. The way they really want more muscles. They have no longing to be slim and fit. And oh are these women fit! In fact they [...] Read More


Start an exercise blog Daily Power Walk

Something that is very good when you want to keep track of what you eat and how much you exercise is to keep a diary. Today few grown-ups write diary's but some many more write in their blog. So why not start a food and exercise blog? In your blog you can categorize everything you do and keep track of what you have done. There are different measurements and extras you can [...] Read More


Pilates Jewelry The Jewelry Weblog

As an ex-ballet dancer now old lady just trying to fight the battle of the bulge, I have a number of exercise videos I do on a regular basis, among them are a few Pilates DVDs. Let me tell you! They are tough! But even still, Pilates is a very popular form of exercise these days because, well, it's tough and it is a great way to tone and stretch [...] Read More


Pilates Costa Rica Retreat The Flyaway Weblog

So who knows where the economy will be in March? If your outlook is positive, you might want to consider this Pilates Retreat in costa Rica. It's lead by Alycea Ungaro, New York's Pilates Diva. Package includes: 8 Nights at Encanta la Vida (One night in San Jose) Three Meals Per Day Shared Accommodations Pilates Classes Twice Per Day One Full Body Massage Costa Rican Airfare (transportation and transfer within Costa Rica) 3 Tours of Your Choice: Horseback Riding Tree Climbing Waterfall Rappelling Animal Sanctuary [...] Read More

Plan your food Daily Power Walk

One of the main reasons, I think, people overeat is because of bad planning. Food planning that is. I we don't plan our food we don't see all the "little extra" that enter our mouth. We have an extra piece of cake, an extra serving of ice-cream etc. This usually means that we eat more than we should or need. If you plan your food weekly you get many benefits; · You see [...] Read More


Plan a healthy week Daily Power Walk

Leading a healthy lifestyle sometimes require planning in our hectic environment. At FoodFit.com you can subscribe to their newsletter with healthy recipes and tips. They have weekly menus that you can get inspiration from and of course they provide you with recipes as well. You will even be given a shopping list so that you know exactly what you need. Good isn't it? I like that feature. They will tell you how long [...] Read More


The new Core Plan Daily Power Walk

You know I actually went to Weight Watchers once. A friend of mine and I decided that it was time for us to loose a few kilos. I wanted to loose about 5-7 kilos and she wanted to do the same if I remember correctly. So an evening we went to a small place in the center of London. The atmosphere was welcoming and the coach nice and inspiring. She pep-talked [...] Read More


i2 to Discuss Supply Chain Solutions for the Food Industry at the Future Food Congress Supplychainer

i2 Technologies, Inc. will participate in the Future Food Congress in Daytona Beach, Fla., Feb. 25-27, 2007. The conference will address the unique challenges facing food manufacturers today and explore technology solutions. According to Business Wire, i2 Director of Industry Marketing for Consumer Industries, Mohit Juneja will participate in the Supply Chain Technology Roundtable on Sunday, Feb. 25 at 4:00 p.m. EST. Some of the world's leading supply chain professionals will [...] Read More


Home Biz Idea of the Week: Food Delivery Home Business (Part II) Home Based Business

This is the second part of the Home Biz Idea of the Week featuring a Home-Based Food Delivery Business. Its first part is on what should one expect in putting up a food delivery business. Food Delivery Home Business Planning What constitutes a good business plan? If you are outlining your food delivery home business plan, you will need to ask yourself the following questions. • What kind of food will you be [...] Read More

Snack Time Daily Power Walk

It's afternoon, 3pm and you are feeling that well known sensation that you have to eat something. Something sweet, a sandwich, an ice-cream, anything really. You just don't know where to start and what to eat. After all you are trying to eat healthily. I usually have this sensation everyday so I know exactly what you're going through. I love sweets but of course I can't eat it everyday even though I'd [...] Read More


The eating out problem Daily Power Walk

When you are trying to stick to a diet sometimes you limit your life and say: No I can't go out. What about my diet? Well there are simple ways you can still enjoy eating out and having a nice time without anyone even realizing you are on a diet. It's all about choosing. If at all possible, invite your friends over and make the food yourself. That way you can eat according [...] Read More


Health snack recalled Daily Power Walk

One of the major snacks in the US has just been recalled due to salmonella possibilities. Veggie Booty is a snack made out of corn and puffed rice that has a flavor of kale and spinach. Apparently this snack is very popular among parents and kids as it is said to be a natural snack. About 50 people are supposed to be infected with salmonella that is believed to be because of [...] Read More


Healthy low cal snacks Are you a beauty?

It's really difficult to snack away once you're on a diet. Watching out for every calorie you put in your mouth is really frustrating, and it's difficult to put together three decent meals, let alone snacks. But when you get hungry between meals the worst thing to do would be to grab something without thinking, because it could be a decadent chocolate bar. I suggest surfing to the Fashionable Housewife blog, [...] Read More


Healthy Eating for Type 2 Diabetes: A Special Health Report from Harvard Medical School Daily Diabetic

The Harvard Health Publications offers a new report that dispels most myths on diabetes diet. The said special health report from Harvard Medical School is a 48-page "Healthy Eating for Type 2 Diabetes" which covers the elements of a healthy diet, meal planning basics and ways to lose weight, also included is a 40 diabetes-friendly recipes. The report Healthy Eating for Type 2 Diabetes is available for $16 from Harvard Health Publications, [...] Read More

Relax a little Daily Power Walk

Most of us are on our feet more than 14 hours a day. With no or little time to relax we need to make sure we grab the opportunities when they come. Everyone is different and we all have different ways of relaxing. I like to read a book or get a massage. If I had a bathtub I'd probably be spending some time relaxing there as well. A hot bath [...] Read More


New health challenges on! Daily Power Walk

I told you earlier about the May Challenge from Tales from the scales, well that challenge is finished but don´t think it´s over because of that! There is a new challenge starting this month. Now its time for the Look Great in 2008 Challenge. "Don't wait for New Year's Resolutions, start the year out looking and feeling great!" The challenge is on from September 19th until January 11th. I like that the challenge [...] Read More


31 Days to a New you: Day 10: Weekly health check Daily Power Walk

It is easy for us to think we do everything right and also to let our little slips go unnoticed. If we don't keep track of what we did during the week we might never get to the goal we set up. That is why I have created a simple but necessary questionnaire for you to answer at the end of the week. As you are now on day 9 you [...] Read More


Sit Back & Relax! Miss Bath Footies Are you a beauty?

It's positively steamy this week in New York! The moment I get home from work in the summertime, I can't wait to take off my shoes and soak my tootsies in a cool bath. My newest foot-pampering find are Miss Bath's yummy Footies, effervescent bombs that contain Epsom salt, Dead sea salt and naturally extracted oils from seeds and fruits, which are packed with vitamins and minerals. They leave feet [...] Read More


Wellness and Health The Social Networking Weblog

Now is the time for you to get healthy and get in shape. With Wellsphere you'll be able to get advice on how to eat right, how to get the right exercise and how to relax right to say healthy. Wellsphere can also help you find a gym near you to join so you can get the exercise you need. Or, find a spa to help you relax. Maybe you [...] Read More