Fun Exercise Ideas: Backyard Soccer
Backyard Soccer is simple to play, a lot of fun and great exercise too. All you need is an open space, a soccer ball & some way to mark two goal areas and you’re away.
Object of the game:
Get the ball into the other side’s goal (can’t be simpler!).
Equipment needed:
Quick Tips: Weight Loss Myths - 2
4. Weight gain is genetic:
This is probably the single most overused justification. The fact is we gain weight when we eat more calories than we burn. Simple as that.
And let’s just say it is genetic. Does this explain the ever increasing rate of obesity around the world? Is our genetic makeup changing every year?
5. You HAVE to exercise a certain way:
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Quick Tips: Avoid Overeating - 3
8. Keep extra servings away from the table:
Second helpings add up quickly. Instead of having extra food on the table, try single servings instead. Put away the rest of the food, or at least keep it away from the table. You are a lot less likely to take a second serving if you have to get up from the table to get it.
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Simple! The 5-Minute Guide to Managing Your Weight
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Topics Covered:
- How Your Weight Works
- The Simplest Way of Determining Your Daily Requirements
- How You Can Lose Weight
- Tips For Everyday Weight Management
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Wii Weight Loss: Can The Nintendo Console Help You Lose Weight? – Part 2
How Does Wii Help You Lose Weight?
When you are physically participating in the video game, the chances of a good workout increase rapidly. But let’s try and gauge the exact impact on your weight loss.
How Many Calories Does Wii Help Burn?
According to a study done in England, about 150 calories an hour. But that study would reflect an average from studying a number of players across many different games.
There are probably many games where you won’t get any exercise at all. 
But something like Boxing from Wii Sports probably burns more than 300 an hour. The question is whether you’re up and moving around or on the sofa. Read more
Quick Tips: Eating Out - 1
Eating out regularly can make staying on track to your weight management goals tricky. Try some of these methods to make the experience healthier:
1. Eat a little, before heading out:
Have something to eat an hour before you leave. It doesn’t have to be a large meal, just a quick snack will do. If you go out on a completely empty stomach, you are likely to eat more. Having a little something to eat will fill you up and you won’t be tempted to eat as much once you get to the restaurant.
Wii Weight Loss: Can The Nintendo Console Help You Lose Weight? – Part 1
In this two part series we explore the Wii gaming console and see how it might help you lose weight.
In the first part we will focus on what the Wii console is and explain the basics of Wii. If you’re well familiar with Wii, you may want to skip to Part 2 where we look at how it can help you lose weight. Read more
Quick Tips: Weight Loss Myths - 1
These common misconceptions are the top reason why people fail to meet their weight management goals.
1. Weight Loss Can’t Be Permanent:
As long as you have lost it in a healthy manner, weight maintenance will not be a problem. Simply find out how many calories you need to sustain your new weight and eat approximately as much everyday.
2. Overeating Once Ruins It:
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Quick Tips: Staying Motivated During Weight Loss - 1
Your motivation level will depend on factors like knowing your target, receiving support from loved ones and selecting the right foods. Here are a few tips to help sustain your motivation level during the weight loss process:
1. Set a Specific Goal:
The first thing you should do when you decide you want to lose weight is find out where you are right now and what your ideal weight is. A pound equals 3,500 calories. If you are trying to lose 20 pounds you’ll need to burn 70,000 calories and that should be your primary goal. Once you figure this goal out for yourself, you’ll know exactly where you need to go and it’ll help you eliminate many of the potential doubts you would face about progress during weight loss.
Zlimmer! Eating Guide: Starbucks
If you’re trying to lose weight and you love your coffee, Starbucks is an excellent option. For each beverage you get choices like: With whipped cream, without whipped cream, skimmed milk, soy milk, low-fat milk etc. Not only does this make a significant difference to the total number of calories per beverage, there is inevitably a great tasting coffee available for your weight management requirements - without sacrificing the taste.
Let’s try a couple of practical examples to see how we can make the best choice at Starbucks. We’ll start with a cold beverage: Read more