Move more, live longer
I am sending a simple message to start the week — move more! Many people use “exercise” as a form of weight control, but studies repeatedly show this is not effective if you do not balance exercise with your energy intake. If your goal is to stay at a healthy weight and live better to a ripe old age, then simply get up and move more every day. Of course the way you nourish your body plays a large role too, but my message today is to start your week with even a 15 or 20 minute walk. I make yoga my Monday ritual to kick the week off right.
For some interesting reading and a message that I want to reinforce, check out this New York Times article from last week (and please read to the end.)
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/04/phys-ed-why-doesnt-exercise-lead-to-weight-loss/
About Susan Greeley
Helping others achieve optimal health through good nutrition and lifestyle, Susan Greeley promotes wellness through diets rich in healthy, wholesome foods. She counsels clients in her own private nutrition practice and works as the staff nutritionist for a YMCA.
