The New Answer to Weight Loss in Peachtree City

Staying Healthy With Exercise!

2008-04-07T16:27:00.000-07:00

Who knew staying healthy was so easy?

The role of exercise in helping to lower stress - and the subsequent beneficial effects on health - has been widely studied.Most studies carried out over the last 30 years agree: a continual high level of stress has a number harmful effects on overall health. People who experience high stress get more colds, suffer more digestive tract problems and have more frequent bouts of fatigue.Regular exercise helps relieve stress. It does so directly, by providing an outlet for, and consuming much of, the nervous energy produced by stress. It also helps indirectly by shifting one’s focus away from the external factors producing the stress.

Exercise can help the cardiovascular system, which in turn improves blood flow, carries away toxins from muscles and organs, and helps keep the kidneys and endocrine system working well. It helps remove germs and circulate antibodies. All those promote a healthy immune system by lessening the body’s susceptibility to disease, while increasing the robustness of the immune system itself.

Exercising increases the body temperature slightly. This, as anyone who has suffered from a cold knows, is the body’s natural response to colds, flu and other diseases. The increased temperature helps kill the infecting organisms.

A study at the University of Colorado, Boulder suggests that moderate exercise helps prevent colds as well. It showed that individuals are less likely to get sick after stressful situations when they had engaged in a regular program of moderate exercise.

Exercise programs, undertaken consistently and correctly, help improve body image - that’s one of most individual’s primary goals in making the effort, after all. That improved body image often leads to higher levels of confidence and relaxation in social situations. That in turn helps reduce stress and enhance the immune system. Relax and forget the pills...the simple secret to staying healthy is exercise!
Mollie McCarl, personal trainer and owner of Fitness Spa
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Live Longer Easily

2008-03-02T13:39:00.001-08:00

It's so easy to just relax and watch a little TV, but according to the Harvard School of Public Health, studies that have followed large groups of people for many years are all drawing the same conclusion: A sedentary (inactive) lifestyle increases the chances of becoming overweight and developing a number of chronic diseases. Exercise or regular physical activity helps many of the body's systems function better and keeps a host of diseases at bay. According to the US Surgeon General's report, regular physical activity:Improves your chances of living longer and living healthierProtects against heart disease, high blood pressure and high cholesterolHelps protects against certain cancers, including colon and breast cancerHelps prevent or control type 2 diabetes Helps prevent arthritis and may help relieve pain and stiffness in people with this conditionHelps prevent the insidious loss of bone known as osteoporosisReduces the risk of falling among older adultsRelieves symptoms of depression and anxiety and improves mood If you already exercise on a daily basis - keep it up! If not, please consider taking a walk each day. Start off easy if you need to with a short 10 minute walk. From there, gradually increase your walking to 30 minutes a day - the results will amaze you! Your mood will improve, your energy levels will increase and you'll enjoy all of the health benefits above. Just a little effort gives you what is needed to live a long and happy life.Mollie McCarl, trainer and owner of Fitness Spa770-632-3595www.ptcfitnessspa.com351 Westpark WalkPeachtree City, GA 30269

Live Longer Easily

2008-03-02T13:39:00.000-08:00

Positive thoughts influence Exercise

2008-02-11T08:00:00.000-08:00

What you think about and feel about comes about in weight loss. You are beautiful so enjoy it! Attitude is everything when you exercise. You must develop your ability to feel good in spite of your weight and current circumstances. Because they are only current, you can start changing how you feel and thus influence the outcome of your future. You are never stuck. Nothing is ever hopeless. You are never defeated. Do not give in to those kinds of thoughts and feelings. Begin feeling good now and thinking of good things now and move toward happiness and joy. Expect everything to work out and it will, but you must expect and know it for sure. Life is composed of ups and downs but if you maintain a joyful and positive outlook and can smile during you trials, you will experience many more ups than downs and maintain the perfect weight!

Mollie McCarl
Owner and Trainer for Fitness Spa
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EAT YOUR VEGGIES

2007-12-17T15:11:00.000-08:00

Little things are important to health and fitness! In order to remain fit and fabulous, we must both exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet rich in fruit and vegetables. According to new research from the Georgetown University Medical Center, fruits and veggies contain chemicals that enhance DNA repair in cells, which could lead to protection against cancer development. In a new study published in the "British Journal of Cancer" and by the journal "Nature" the researchers show that in laboratory tests, a compound called indole-3-carinol (I3C), found in broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage, and a chemical called genistein, found in soy beans, can increase the levels of two specific proteins that repair damaged DNA. This study is one of the first to provide a molecular explanation as to how eating vegetables could cut the risk of developing cancer and Eliot M. Rosen, MD, PhD, professor of oncology, cell biology, and radiation medicine at Georgetown 's Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center says, "It is now clear that the function of crucial cancer genes can be influenced by compounds in the things we eat, our findings suggest a clear molecular process that would explain the connection between diet and cancer prevention." The study was funded by the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and the National Cancer. These results are important in demonstrating to people how necessary it is to eat the recommended 9-13 fruits and veggies daily. So be sure to add a few extra servings to your meals and your body will thank you by keeping you healthy.
Mollie McCarl
Fitness Spa Personal Trainer
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Biggest Loser Contest

2007-01-16T05:52:00.000-08:00

Inspired by the hit TV show, FITNESS SPA is looking for contestants for our Biggest Loser contestants beginning January 15th. Sign up to challenge yourself to a personal best. Each week there will be challenges and menus. Fitness Spa will weigh and measure you and the winner will get fun prizes. Prizes will be awarded for weight and also inches lost. This six-week competition will give you an opportunity to lose weight and inches while taking on fun challenges. Bring your friends!

One of the greatest ways to focus on your task of losing weight is to challenge yourself with others. Studies have shown that those who exercise with friends tend to stay the course and lose weight. 2007 is an excellent time to be your best. Why not try the Biggest Loser contest at Fitness Spa and see if this isn't the easiest way to your weight goal. Not only can you win great prizes, but you can work out with like minded gals who aren't there to impress anyone, but just ready to achieve their goals. See you at Fitness Spa, next to Kmart in Peachtree City!

Toxins are Everywhere

2006-10-24T15:43:00.000-07:00

Here is a shocker, did you know that store-bought chicken is preserved in arsenic? America has not used DDT for 30 years and yet it is regularly found in peoples fluid during testing. The cumulative effects of pollutants, toxins and heavy metals cause devastating effects on our bodies such as cancer, Fibromyalgia, Alzheimer's, and other diseases. Rid your body of toxins by Detoxing. I love Detox Drops that remove both toxins and heavy metals on a cellular level. It is 100% natural, made from liquid zeolites, has a U.S. patent, and is the only one like it. Why carry around 7 pounds of toxins when you can release the toxins and metals with our new detox drops? Let me know if you would like more information on Detoxing.

Mollie McCarl

Fitness SPA

770-632-3595

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Get Moving

2006-10-20T05:11:00.000-07:00

It really is easy to fit physical activities into your daily routine. I know you may be thinking, "I don't have time, my job is too demanding, or the house and family are overwhelming me and I can't take time for myself." It is important that you do take time for yourself by doing some type of cardio every hour, even if it is just a few minutes. Take the stairs, park further away are always good ideas for cardio, but even sitting at a desk you can do isometric exercises by sitting up straight and tightening your abs or legs. Any exercise will have your body saying thank you. Get moving and as you do, keep a diary of how much you did and try to beat your record tomorrow. Each day work up a sweat by doing a vigorous walk, jog, dance or run. Help your heart pump better and you will have more energy. Stretch out before and after your exercise for the perfect way to breathe deep. Do this every day and the world will look in amazement at how beautiful you have become.

Mollie McCarl, CPT

Fitness SPA

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Dangers In Diet Drinks

2006-10-19T13:30:00.000-07:00

Diet drinks are not our friends! Here is an interesting study on the bad effects of the chemicals in Diet Drinks.

A recent study monitored the weight and soda-drinking habits of more than 600 normal-weight patients aged 25-64. When researchers followed up on the patients some eight years later, they discovered:

Participants were 65 percent more likely to be overweight if they consumed one diet soda a day compared to if they drank none.
Two or more low- or no-calorie soft drinks raised the odds of becoming obese or overweight even higher.

Those who drank diet soda had a greater chance of becoming overweight than participants who drank regular soda

For example, a person who drinks a diet soda may feel it's acceptable to make up for those calories with another high-calorie food. And while the tongue is temporarily satisfied by the sweet taste of diet soda, the brain isn't similarly fooled and still craves calories for energy. Other studies have suggested people who drink an artificially sweetened beverage before a meal will eat more high-calorie foods than those who do not.

Therefore, with diet soft drinks and sugar-sweetened beverages (even fruit juices) linked to weight gain and obesity, many people are left wondering, "What is safe to drink?" The answer, of course, is water.

In fact, nearly a decade ago, studies were already revealing that artificial sweeteners can:

Stimulate your appetite.
Increase carbohydrate cravings.

Stimulate fat storage and weight gain.

Artificial sweeteners like aspartame (NutraSweet®) and sucralose (Splenda®) can contribute to a host of additional side effects.

Sucralose, the sweetening agent in Splenda®, is in fact made from sugar (sucrose). However, what the ads don't go on to say is that chemists then add three chlorine molecules to these sugar molecules to create the final product.

Animal studies have revealed that sucralose can cause:

Shrunken thymus glands (up to 40 percent shrinkage)
Enlarged liver and kidneys
Atrophy of lymph follicles in the spleen and thymus
Reduced growth rate
Decreased red blood cell count
Diarrhea

If these findings concern you, read on, because aspartame may be even worse.

Results of multiple studies, complaints and testimonies have revealed that aspartame can trigger or worsen the following diseases:

Brain tumors
Multiple sclerosis
Epilepsy
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Parkinson's disease
Alzheimer's disease

Mental retardation
Lymphoma
Birth defects
Fibromyalgia
Diabetes

The bottom line is that these substances poison your body. Deciding to start or continue drinking them is simply a major movement toward the development of chronic disease.

Dr. Joseph Mercola
Author of the
Total Health Program

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Mollie McCarl

Coming Soon!

2006-10-19T09:59:00.000-07:00