AFPA Health and Fitness Blog

Did you make the proverbial New Years fitness resolutions to exercise more, hit the gym and cut the junk from your diet? You are not alone! Gym membership sees a 25 percent increase in January, however by mid February all those new members are rarely seen again. Here are a few suggestions

Burn Fat Fast and Get In Shape! We have some listed some of the most efficient ways to burn fat that take the least amount of time and money. The most basic: Running! Outside, inside, interval or steady – running requires a pair of good shoes and provides the most bang for

There is an opinion that recommendations for a plant-based diet is “extreme”. There are many research studies siting the negative effects of animal products and their link to disease, and the positive effects of a plant-based diet to help prevent disease. Diet in the face of genetics, over-all physical activity, and lifestyle

Increased fish consumption of mothers before and during pregnancy leads to increased exposure to both mercury and the long-chain omega 3 DHA. Mercury may negatively affect brain development in one’s unborn baby, whereas DHA may stimulate brain development. As we saw, though, the results of this study showed that the

Exercise During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period ABSTRACT: The physiologic and morphologic changes of pregnancy may interfere with the ability to engage safely in some forms of physical activity. A woman’s overall health, including obstetric and medical risks, should be evaluated before prescribing an exercise program. Generally, participation in a wide

3 Workouts for Longer Life Diet pills and expensive weight-loss programs pull in millions of dollars each year from Americans who want to shed a few pounds, feel better, and live longer. But Jordan Metzl, M.D., argues the best medicine for health and longevity is simply daily exercise — and a

According to the IBIS World Personal Trainer Market Research Report, there are over 230,000 personal trainers in the U.S. employed by over 50,000 businesses. Personal training generates over $7 billion in revenue each year. But much like all other businesses, the “80-20 Rule” applies (80 percent of the business is

Arteries of Vegans vs. Runners The carotid arteries of those eating plant-based diets appear healthier than even those just as slim (long-distance endurance athletes who’ve run an average of 50,000 miles). Switching to a plant-based diet can reverse heart disease, open up arteries in some cases without drugs, without surgery, but because

An apple a day could save thousands of lives By Amanda Woerner Published December 18, 2013FoxNews.com It turns out that eating an apple a day actually might keep the doctor away – and could potentially save thousands of lives too. In a study published in the Christmas edition of the British Medical Journal (BMJ),

What are the core muscles? The muscles of the core run the length of the trunk and torso. The following list includes the most commonly identified core muscles as well as the lesser known groups. Rectus Abdominis – located along the front of the abdomen, this is the most well-known abdominal muscle