The term “BMI” seems to be thrown around a lot when talking about weight, especially in relation to extra pounds. So should you be paying close attention to your own BMI? And is it more important to lower your BMI or to improve your fitness level?
So let’s start with the basics – what exactly is BMI? According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), BMI stands for Body Mass Index and is a reliable indicator of most people’s body fat content. Calculating a person’s...
Research has made it very clear that being overweight equals increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other illnesses. One of the... Read more »
Study after study has shown a clear link between overweight and obesity, as defined by a high body mass index (BMI), with an increased... Read more »
At the beginning of any journey it is important to take note of where you are and where you are going. Like planning a trip so to... Read more »
Many of you may have already been following my blogs on physical fitness and ways of improving and enjoying your workouts. This blog begins... Read more »
Many obese people have achieved significant improvement in their health through one form or another of bariatric surgery for morbid... Read more »
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A Healthy Body Mass Index (BMI) A body mass index (BMI) less than 25 is concidered healthy. BMI is a number calculated from a person's weight and height. Knowing your BMI provides a good sense if you're at a healthy weight. Regular Vigorous...
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