You go to the gym or workout at home on a regular basis, but don't seem to be making any progress. You perform set after set, rep after rep, but nothing happens. Your shape does not change, for better. You had done so well when you first started to exercise, but now you have reached a training plateau… Virtually everyone who works out with weights will, at one time or … [Read more...]
Bone & Joint Boosters: Vitamin D & Vitamin K
Vitamin D and K work together to keep our skeletons strong. Vitamin D helps us allow in and absorb calcium, while vitamin K effectively shuttles the mineral into the places we want it to go--our bones--rather than areas like our organs and arteries, where it can end up being quite dangerous. Atherosclerosis, for instance, a narrowing of the arteries caused by plaque build-up, … [Read more...]
Bachelor In Paradise’s Elora Murger Shares Her Incredible Weight Loss Secrets!
Reality star who rose to fame after appearing on The Bachelor and subsequently Bachelor in Paradise. After the show, she lost 9 kgs and has shown some incredible transformation! Lets get to know the stunning Reality TV star more in this exclusive interview with Namita Nayyar, President Women Fitness. Namita Nayyar: Having a career in Events & PR, you first appeared on … [Read more...]
10 Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes That Are An Absolute Healthy Treat
Are you ready to build the best feast ever this year with our absolutely healthy, yet mouth-watering Thanksgiving Dinner recipes? From Vegan meals to Thai cuisine, you just cannot get bored by the wonderful range of dishes that we have in store for you. 1. World Famous Turkey Meatballs By Natasha Feldman, noshwithtash.com Ingredients 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil 2 … [Read more...]
Meditation VS. Weight Loss: Understanding the Connection
Cannot deny the fact that we're all stressed out, and it seems impossible to shake it off. Meditation as a tool helps in reducing the levels of stress hormones. Stress hormones such as cortisol signal our bodies to store calories as fat. If you have a ton of cortisol pumping through your system, it's going to be hard to lose weight even if you're making healthy … [Read more...]
7 Muscle Building Mistakes People Make
Discover the seven muscle building mistakes that professional personal trainers see every day that may be stopping you from meeting your fitness goals. Weight training can be truly transformative in reshaping your body, but there can be a lot of blunders that invariably seem to accompany the “dumbbell,” so I consulted with a few experienced personal trainers to talk about the … [Read more...]
The CACI Facial Treatment: Popular Among Celebrities
Popular among celebrities like, Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez CACI is the short form for Computer Aided Cosmetology Instrument which is a micro current machine that uses specific waveforms and ultra-low frequencies to transmit tiny electrical signals to boost muscle tone and skin tissue. The CACI treatment is helpful in improving skin tone, texture and face shape. … [Read more...]
Former Professional Tennis Player Ashley Harkleroad Talks About Life Beyond Tennis
Ashley Harkleroad is an American former professional tennis player, who reached a career-high ranking in singles of No. 39 in 2003. After retiring from tennis, she gave birth to two beautiful children. Join us as Namita Nayyar, President Women Fitness talks to Ashley about life as and after being a professional tennis player. Namita Nayyar: Being introduced to tennis at … [Read more...]
Mental Health and Why We Need to Talk About It
In a society in which social media encourages people to share everything from what they are eating to where they go on vacation and everything in between it is shocking that talking about mental health problems still carry a stigma. According to the American Psychiatric Association about 51% of the U.S. Adult population lives with some sort of mental disorder yet very few … [Read more...]
Wake-Up Call For Eye Damage Caused By Make-Up
In the race to look the best at times we tend to forget the hazards of using eye make-up products like eye liner, mascara, fake lashes and end up with infection & inflammation. This week, Dr Amy Hong walks us on simple mistakes we tend to make while using various eye products and can end up in the hospital. No. 1: Sharing eye cosmetics, especially eyeliner and … [Read more...]
Model Elecia Mateo Is All Set To Blast Our Screens With Her Acting Skills!
With a degree in International Relations, Elecia Mateo always dreamt of modeling and this led her to participating, for the first time, in the beauty contest Miss Dominican Republic in 2005, and in 2007 in Miss Dominican World. In 2013 Elecia went further and produced her first calendar in which she also appeared as a model. Her career continued to grow and in 2015 this … [Read more...]
Low Carb Diets: The Best for body builders
Even though there has been a huge resurgence in the interest in low carbohydrate/high protein diets, the low carb vs. high carb issue is still the subject of much controversy. Is the low carb/high protein diet the best way for bodybuilders to get ripped or just another fad? From a bodybuilding standpoint, the answer is an unequivocal yes; reducing carbohydrates really … [Read more...]
Boosting Testosterone in women over 40
A woman's body produces testosterone through the ovaries and adrenal glands. A multitalented hormone, testosterone boosts both libido andenergy, maintains muscle mass, strengthens bone and ensures the nipples and clitoris are sensitive to sexual pleasure. Testosterone also helps prevent bone loss, improves body composition (building lean mass and reducing body fat) and supports … [Read more...]
Vertical Gastrectomy most effective for morbid obesity
Procedure Advantages Disadvantages Complications Post-Op Dietary Plan According to a year long study, while all types of obesity-related surgery are risky and a last option for most obesepeople, particularly older patients, vertical gastrectomy is preferred over three other methods (especially for those over 50). The stomach is the digestive organ that is connected … [Read more...]
5 Yoga Poses To Practice With Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a degenerative disease leading to weak bones, with a constant risk of fracture. The highest bone density is achieved in the early 20s. As we age, the bone mass reduces due to various reasons. When there is too much breakdown of the bones and too little is built back, the bones tend to get brittle, resulting in fractures. Exercise that causes stress … [Read more...]
12 Tips To The Ultimate Winter Skin
After the warm summer weather comes the cold and dry winter weather. While everyone looks out to seeing the beautiful winter snow, no one is in a hurry to encounter the dry air that comes with it. Winter weather is not good for the skin due to the fact that the low humidity level and cold weather causes an overflow of dry air thereby extracting the skin’s natural … [Read more...]
Entrepreneur Ann Louie Li On How She Made It To The Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia List!
Ann Louie Li is a Filipino-Chinese-Taiwanese actress, model and fashion blogger who has garnered more than a million followers on Facebook. She has a photography blog called Annsnaps, which provides fashion and lifestyle tips to her many fans. In 2017, Forbes magazine listed her on their "30 Under 30" Asia List under "The Arts" and is the youngest on the list at 22. With … [Read more...]
8 Yoga Poses That Help You Feel Positive
Hello Fall! As the weather starts to change, our bodies also start to feel the change. Quite often, people tend to notice some fluctuation both mentally and physically as the season shifts. As temperatures begin to drop, we will naturally want to keep our bodies warm. Thus, it is important to keep your muscles especially warm through exercise and other activities. I recommend … [Read more...]
Herbs For A Better Bone Health
When you consider the Modern present date diet heavy on dairy, meat, eggs, calcium-stealing sodas and salt; sparse in fruits and vegetables (and exercise) The epidemic of osteoporosis isn't that surprising. Although doctors regularly recommend supplements for calcium, but that too doesn't come without the increased risk of heart attack and kidney stones. Rather than … [Read more...]
“The White Mamba” Diana Taurasi Talks About Turning Vegan, Welcoming A New Member & Lots More
Considered one of the greatest women to play basketball, Diana Taurasi's penchant for scoring in crucial situations has earned her the nickname "White Mamba", first coined by Kobe Bryant. With four Olympic gold medals and the title of WNBA's all-time leading scorer, Diana is surely the most decorated basketball player of all times. Women Fitness had the wonderful opportunity … [Read more...]
Best Apps For Pregnant Women
Over the past decade technology has starting playing a larger role in helping women during their pregnancy and post-delivery. There are hundreds of websites and apps dedicated to helping women answer questions on pregnancy, track their babies growth, and provide community support. With so many apps on the market to choose from, we asked 1,000 new moms to help us pick our top 5 … [Read more...]
20 Best Health & Fitness Influencers Of 2018
Social media has blasted all over our screens in the past few years, and now more than ever people are coming out, sharing their journeys and inspiring others. With so many health & fitness influencers working day and night to bring to you the best of workouts, diet and nutrition, Women Fitness thought of bringing a close to the year with the Best Health & Fitness … [Read more...]
Eye Make-Up Hazards: After All Its Your Eye.
It’s no secret that, if not applied carefully and properly, wearers of eye makeup may be at risk to eye damage. Dr. Tsippora Shainhouse, a board-certified dermatologist in Los Angeles shares her input on Women Fitness. ALLERGIC CONTACT DERMATITIS: Top contact allergens in adults include: Fragrances Preservatives Parabens Color (Cobalt is the 2016 … [Read more...]
Heptathlete Rachel Mcintosh Shares Her Journey, Goals And Struggles
Born in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia and relocated to Calgary, Rachel Mcintosh has represented Canada on the International stage multiple summers (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013) in the Heptathlon composed of 7 individual events - 100m Hurdles, High Jump, Shot Put, 200m, Long Jump, Javelin, 800m. Women Fitness had the wonderful opportunity to speak with her about her career … [Read more...]
5 Tips For A Healthy Halloween
Halloween is a favorite holiday for both kids and adults alike. With candy and sweets galore it’s no wonder! But all those goodies can add plenty of calories to your day. Here are some tips for keeping your family healthy this year. 1. Before you and your family head out the door, try to fill up on a balanced meal. This way your appetite is somewhat curbed and you are … [Read more...]
Top 5 Must-Do Night Stretches Before Going To Bed
Irrespective of your age stretching relaxes the body by releasing the all-day build-up tension & prepares it for a deep sleep making you feel rejuvenated when you wake up! These bedtimes stretch routine can be followed in the comfort of your bed, Extended Cone Stretch Stand near your bed with your feet about hip-width apart. If you find this challenging, you can … [Read more...]
Professional Surfer Felicity Palmateer Talks Best Surfing Destinations, Bikinis & Lots More!
Felicity Palmateer is a Professional Surfer, Artist & Conservationist, from Australia. In 2015, she rode the biggest wave ever ridden by a female Australian surfer at Cowaramup Bombora off the coast of Margaret River, south of Perth. Since then there has been no stopping and she has been chasing bigger and higher waves. Felicity Palmateer talks about her passion for surfing … [Read more...]
Top 5 Before Blow-Drying Your Hair
Going for a meeting or a social event calls for hair styling. Also running short on time and moving out with wet hair does not sound great. This has led to increasing use of blow dryers. It doesn't matter if you hit your hair with the heat every day or once a week, the fact of the matter is, every time you do it is going to cause damage The extreme heat from hair … [Read more...]
Top 5 Exercises To Get Flat ABS With No Equipment
We all want to have a toned, flat stomach. However, it is not that easy to get it sometimes and you have to put in a lot of effort trying. So many abdominal exercises exist out there which promise to give you a six-pack in no time but you aren't sure which ones you can trust to produce results. However, there are some that have been proven to work for nearly everyone. Try these … [Read more...]
PCOS On Rise In Teenage Girls. Catch Up With Early Signs.
PCOS affects five to 10 per cent women in the reproductive age (11-48 yrs. of age). Doctors also hold a perception that PCOS is a primary cause for rise in obesity among teenage girls. Early Signs of PCOS Irregular Periods: It’s not uncommon for some teens with PCOS to have more than one period a month. Others could have a gap of more than 35-40 days between … [Read more...]
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