MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'fitness weight'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:26:54 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4343091&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34469&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medrants.com%2Farchives%2F6048 After my flirtation with the exercise bike, I have returned in full force to the elliptical machine.  My "Thanksgiving Revolution" actually started October 1 this year, and I am going strong, averaging at least 5 days per week. Here is my current play list.  Feel free to contact me for the source of these songs.  They give me a nice pace variety. The songs are upbeat and encourage me to work harder.  The last column is supposed to represent the beats per minute, but the programs are not that accurate.  The only song that might get removed soon is I've Been to Memphis for being a bit too fast. Street Corner Preacher (Live) 3:05 Amos Lee 83 Fire It Up 4:35 Modest Mouse 172 Lasso 2:48 Phoenix 75 Someday Baby 4:56 Bo... DB's Medical Rants blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4343091 Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:03:38 +0100 4343091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4045406&cid=t_441391_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F-Gw2zhwQckQ%2Fshorter-days-have-you-craving.html As the temperatures dip and the days get shorter, comfort foods may seem like just the thing. If you find yourself craving carbohydrates at this time of year, it may be due to a seasonal dip in serotonin levels. Eating carbohydrates tends to increase serotonin production, which can elevate your mood--but only temporarily. In a few hours, you need another fix. By the time winter is over, you may have packed on a lot of carbohydrate-fueled pounds.A better way to stimulate serotonin is with regular exercise.  Exercise stimulates serotonin production with no carbohydrate hang-over. Instead of gaining winter weight, you might even trim down.  Overcoming your Fall fatigue and getting yourself moving may take some self-discipline at first. But the rewards, in the form of more energy and... The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4045406 Fri, 08 Oct 2010 14:09:14 +0100 4045406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2948296&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34469&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medrants.com%2Farchives%2F4950 Success!!  My resolution last year led to a year of exercise – The Thanksgiving Resolution – year 3. Last year I started on November 1.  In the past 12 months I exercised 194 days.  I believe my cardiovascular fitness is a B+ to A-.  What pleases me the most is that I had consistency. So this year I am aiming for >200 days working out.  That is actually difficult given that I travel quite a bit.  However, I had 2 periods of no working out due to illness, giving me an opportunity to get in more days. As I say each year, this is the right time to get serious about exercise.  The heavy eating period looms, so we must exercise so that we can eat.  We could eat more intelligently, but I am a realist.  Nonetheless, I have lost weight every December since starting this res... DB's Medical Rants blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2948296 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 11:23:39 +0100 2948296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2572923&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34469&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medrants.com%2Farchives%2F4640 Is Bicycling Bad for Your Bones? This title made me pause. I am using the exercise bike 5-6 hours each week. Reading the article reassured me. In his study, the bone density of 32 male, competitive bike riders, most in their late 20s and early 30s, was compared to that of age-matched controls, men who were active but not competitive athletes. Bone scans showed thatal most all of the cyclists had significantly less bone density in the spine than the control group. Some of the racers, young men in their 20s, had osteopenia in their spines, a medical condition only one step below full-blown osteoporosis. “To find guys in their twenties with osteopenia was surprising and pretty disturbing,” Smathers says. Another recent study, this one published last year, had similar results. It followed ... DB's Medical Rants blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2572923 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 13:26:06 +0100 2572923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2556115&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34469&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medrants.com%2Farchives%2F4596 Back in November I made a commitment to improve my fitness. The Thanksgiving resolution – year 3. Fortunately, this year I have had no significant injuries and I have continued my resolution all year. April and May were a bit down due to excessive travel, but this month I have rebounded and probably have my most successful exercise month in history! I attribute my success to an addiction to The Expresso Bike. Early in June, after golf I went to my local YMCA to work out. I saw this bike and decided what the heck – time for something different than the elliptical machine. The Expresso Bike allows one to register and connect to the internet so that one can store workout data. Each day you can work to improve our time, power, calories etc. on a variety of interesting bike rides. You ... DB's Medical Rants blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2556115 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:19:14 +0100 2556115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2452478&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34469&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medrants.com%2Findex.php%2Farchives%2F4319 I am proud to release the June Wikio rankings. Happily I remain in the top 10! Browse these, and try some new blogs. 1 Highlight HEALTH 2 Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog 3 The Carlat Psychiatry Blog 4 Diabetes Mine 5 GoozNews 6 John Goodman’s Health Policy Blog 7 DB’s Medical Rants 8 The Covert Rationing Blog 9 Her Bad Mother 10 Junkfood Science 11 In the Pipeline 12 The Doctor Is In 13 Schwitzer health news blog 14 Six Until Me. 15 Health Care Renewal 16 Healthcare Economist 17 Disease Management Care Blog 18 InsureBlog 19 Fight Aging! 20 Pallimed 21 The Rotund 22 Musings of a Dinosaur 23 The-F-Word.org 24 Brain Blogger 25 ScienceRoll 26 retired doc’s thoughts 27 Doctor Anonymous 28 Digita... DB's Medical Rants blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2452478 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:17:38 +0100 2452478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2463508&cid=t_441391_180_f&fid=38606&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FAchieveIt%2F%7E3%2FHnReru-PHV4%2F People often comment about me being thin – maybe too thin.  I can’t help but feel the trick I am about to tell you has something to do to keep lean. When I was in ROTC boot camp at Quantico, the drill sergeants felt they needed to teach us everything from the ground up. Yes, I learned how to brush my teeth again. I learned how to shine shoes. And yes, I learned a new way to eat. What they teach you to do is put your fork down between bites.  It may not sound like an earth shattering tip, but let’s break it down: When you put down your eating utensil, you are mentally pausing while you eat.  This lets you enjoy your food more.  Plus, it gives your brain more opportunity to tell if you are full.  I’ve seen oddly shaped timers for sale that you are suppo... Persistence Unlimited blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2463508 Thu, 23 Apr 2009 03:17:11 +0100 2463508 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2256124&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34469&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medrants.com%2Findex.php%2Farchives%2F4126   Increased physical activity in middle age is eventually followed by a reduction in mortality to the same level as seen among men with constantly high physical activity. This reduction is comparable with that associated with smoking cessation. From Total mortality after changes in leisure time physical activity in 50 year old men: 35 year follow-up of population based cohort As someone about to hit 60, I find this article very encouraging.  As I have written recently, I hit the exercise trail hard starting in November.  In the short run it has helped my sense of well being, my weight, and my cardiovascular fitness.  I am encouraged that it likely will also have a positive impact on life expectancy. (Source: DB's Medical Rants) DB's Medical Rants blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2256124 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:25:28 +0100 2256124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2232062&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34469&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medrants.com%2Findex.php%2Farchives%2F4111   I started my current exercise program on November 1 - The Thanksgiving resolution - year 3. I had a significant goal which I have just achieved.  I turn 60 on March 15 and I wanted to fit into the pants I was wearing when I turned 50.  10 pounds down and goal 1 achieved (I still have more ambitious goals.)  My BMI is "slightly overweight" - acceptable but I personally want to drop 1 or 2 BMI points more. This time I have not done any major dieting.  I am trying to eat sensibly, and have decreased portion size.  But primarily I am trying to exercise my way to weight loss.  Despite being a life long exerciser (used to play basketball at least 3 times each week), when I started in November I had to work my way u... DB's Medical Rants blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2232062 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 12:57:51 +0100 2232062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2222256&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34469&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medrants.com%2Findex.php%2Farchives%2F4107 This article showed that losing weight is not magic, it really is just a calories in, calories expended equation - It’s Not What You Eat, It’s How Much     (Source: DB's Medical Rants) DB's Medical Rants blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2222256 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:49:23 +0100 2222256 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2172533&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34469&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medrants.com%2Findex.php%2Farchives%2F4079   Back in November I posted my yearly Thanksgiving challenge.  Last year my challenge was going great until February, when I developed severe metatarsal pain.  My internist and I made a presumptive diagnosis of stress fracture - never obtained an Xray and treated conservatively.  Since a big part of my exercise program includes striding machines (elliptical and arc trainer), I had to place myself on the injured reserve list.  Fortunately, stress fractures (or maybe just a bone bruise) heal, and this past November I felt great.  I am pleased to report that my resolution is going strong.  I am well into my 4th month of highly committed exercise, and have once again added strength training (that was my January resolution.) Many readers will remember th... DB's Medical Rants blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2172533 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 13:01:43 +0100 2172533 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2192692&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=38261&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.vibrantglow.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fmoms-interested-in-fitness-check-this.html Ok, it's been awhile since I've written anything here at Vibrantglow.com. My son is now five months old, and he still has me up four or more times a night so my mind isn't what it should be. Fortunately, he has a priceless smile that makes up for it.Anyway, I am a regular contributor for Bookieboo.com--an online fitness hangout for moms--and yes, I am slacking with that as well. But I did want to let any mom out there--who is trying to get fit or get her groove back--know about some chats Bookieboo.com will be hosting this month lead by health/fitness experts. For those interested in joining, here is the schedule and links to register:January 7th at 3pm PST—Post Baby body and sex (or lack of) after babyRSVP here, http://www.bookieboo.com/events/chat-with-me-about-yourJanuary 13th at 2:3... Vibrant Glow blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2192692 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 20:57:00 +0100 2192692 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1996950&cid=t_441391_109_f&fid=36089&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthesituationist.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F11%2F28%2Fthe-situation-of-weight-and-fitness-on-the-campaign-trail%2F Daniel Libit of Politico has an interesting piece on how the rigors and demands of the 2008 campaign trail led many McCain and Obama staffers, as well as the journalists who reported on them, down a road of poor diet and lack of exercise.  We excerpt the article below. * * * This is life after the protracted adrenaline high that is the presidential campaign: no more bag calls at 6:30 a.m. (or earlier). No more sniffling for weeks straight before a check-up at the doctor. For reporters, no more eating at “the file center,” catching cat naps on the plane and working into the early morning hours. A few days before the election, Time’s Karen Tumulty blogged about counting calories during a day on the Obama campaign plane: “So what are we talking about?” Tumulty wrote. “Seven full ... The Situationist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1996950 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 04:01:29 +0100 1996950 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1964714&cid=t_441391_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F11%2Fhubby-and-i-on-nutrisystem-update.html A month or so ago, I wrote and told you that I have joined my husband in doing the NutriSystem diet. I can honestly say that this goes against my weight loss philosophy, but actually it has had some good points. First, I am losing weight, slowly, about 2 lbs. each week which is just right. My husband has more to lose, so his loss came faster at the beginning, then as he gets closer to his goal, the rate of loss slows down, which is normal. Below is a cute ticker I chose to chart my loss..I started at 160 lbs, and have 16 lbs to go. It also calculates my BMI (Body Mass Index).If you are interested in doing this program, please do email me so that I can send you a $30 off coupon toward your first purchase (PLEASE NOTE I AM NOT BEING PAID TO POST THIS). Right now, I think they have the 3 week... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1964714 Sun, 16 Nov 2008 20:38:00 +0100 1964714 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1671480&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F31%2F55-minutes-5-days-a-week-are-you-kidding-me%2F So in a moment of “don’t shoot the messenger”, I am sorry to have to share the news that “moderate” exercise is no longer going to cut it, if weight loss is your main goal. And by “moderate”, I’m referring to the old standby of 30 minutes a day, most days of the week. Bummer, eh? As if we don’t have enough on our plates (heh. Punny, huh?) Now we need to ramp up our routines in order to shed a few. This, according to a recent article on TIME.com. Truly, it makes sense. When I first went on a crusade to lose the baby weight from my second child and consistently exercised “moderately”, at first, the pounds flew off. But then I plateaued and, well, from that point on it was just maintenance. Losing more would’ve taken more... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1671480 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 11:53:32 +0100 1671480 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1518668&cid=t_441391_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F13%2Fare-you-a-lazy-walker-maybe-so%2F Walking without a pedometer may be getting you nowhere… Image details: Group of woman walking served by picapp.com Sure, you talk the talk…but do you walk the walk? If you’re walking without a pedometer, probably not. See, most people aren’t all that good at monitoring their own progress. They tend to overestimate the amount of effort (or in the case of walking, the amount of steps) they’ve accumulated. It’s human nature - we like to think we’re better than we are - or at least more ambitious. However… According to a study by the University of Michigan, wearing a pedometer (a small computer worn on your waist which measures the amount of steps you take) may keep you moving 20 to 40 minutes longer than those who go technology free. So for a l... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1518668 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 01:44:11 +0100 1518668