As promised in podcast episode #118 of Fit Girl: Your Guide to Getting in Shape, below is a video guide of how to use the BMR calculator. Continue Reading
According to the American Dietetic Association, excess fat in the abdominal region poses a greater health risk than excess fat in the hips and thighs and is associated with a higher risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, early onset of heart disease, and certain types of cancers. Use this calculator to see if you are at risk. Continue Reading
Have you ever wanted to know how many calories you burned after a certain activity? Aerobics, gardening, walking the dog, even brushing your teeth can burn calories and this calculator will give you a best estimate of how many you burned! Continue Reading
Input your height, weight and waist size, and our calculator will generate an easy-to-read report on your general health status, based on the BMI (Body Mass Index) formula. Click here to use the BMI Health Calculator Please note, the BMI as a measurement of health has significant limitations. For instance, it does not take into [...] Continue Reading
Your BMR, is the energy (measured in calories) expended by the body at rest to maintain normal bodily functions. Continue Reading
The one rep max (1RM) is a great indicator of strength and fitness level. A true one rep max is the amount of weight you can lift for a certain exercise one repetition only and no more than that. Performing a one rep max can be dangerous. It is an easy way to cause injury, [...] Continue Reading
Consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. Results may vary. Exercise and proper diet are necessary to achieve and maintain results.