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...By Karli Tayor

If you are a woman over 40 who wants to lose weight, you may have realized that it is a totally different ball game than it was when you were in your 20’s.

Not only do you have a slower metabolism; you may also be experiencing a hormone imbalance which can cause fluid retention, bloating, poor thyroid functions and weight gain. Though these things may seem like you are beginning a losing battle, all hope should not be lost! Weight loss is still possible, the process is just a bit different.

Over 40, dieting may no longer provide the best results. As you age, your body will not respond to quick fixes and short term plans like it may have at one time. When you are over 40, rather than dieting, you need to change your lifestyle to make it healthier. An over 40 diet needs to be different than your diet was when you were younger. Choose foods with higher nutrient value that provide more of the things you need for energy with fewer calories while avoiding eating out and pre-packaged meals which are common to the lifestyle of woman today.

Keep in mind that labels can be deceiving. Many foods labeled low-sugar often contain extra fat or salt instead of sugar to help the taste and texture. Similarly, many “low-fat” foods are loaded with excess sugar for the same reasons. Though life may get hectic, taking the time to prepare fresh foods will not only help keep your weight in check, but will also help keep you healthy.

"No time to exercise” is often a mantra of women over 40. But middle aged women must incorporate physical activity into their schedule. In fact, if you want it to fit in, you can fit exercise into your schedule. But you can add little things to your daily routine, such as parking farther away, take the stairs rather than the elevator and walking on your lunch hour. Increasing physical activity in your daily routine can have a large impact on your weight loss goals.

Believe it or not, a good night's sleep is essential for weight loss. Unfortunately, many women don’t get an adequate amount of sleep because of their busy lifestyle. It is important to get 6-8 hours of sleep a night, so if you want to lose weight, learn techniques to relax so you can sleep at night.

Lastly, don’t forget about the power of drinking enough water. Make a habit of keeping a water bottle with you at all times. Drinking water is one of the best things you can do for your health and it help your kidneys, helps your body detox, and it improves bowel movements. Keep a water bottle on your desk at work.

If you are a woman over 40 and you want to lose weight, contact Best Fitness in your area for help.

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Have you Heard of Kinesis, the Fastest and Most Productive Way to Train?

... By Karli Taylor

Kinesis is the newest, most innovative method of training available. Kinesis equipment uses a unique cable and pulley system that uses muscles in the entire body, from head to toe using use resistance combined with movement

The Kinesis system is ideally suited to circuit training. With over 400 separate movements possible and over 250 exercises to choose from, Kinesis provides you with a range of circuit exercises that will always be fresh and challenging for all types of fitness levels and needs. The dynamic of constantly changing routines creates a unique energy that will appeal to of all types of athletes.

Kinesis Training takes traditional weight equipment circuit exercises and combines them with everyday movements like reaching, squatting, bending. In this way, Kinesis develops balance, core/overall strength, and flexibility for people of all fitness levels.

It takes less time to do Kinesis because you train in all three components of fitness, cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility, at once. More energy is required for each exercise, because you use your lower body, core, and upper body for each movement, so you use 30% more calories with Kinesis Training than traditional exercises.

The best part of Kinesis training is that members of any age and fitness level can benefit. Kinesis training can help you meet your fitness goals faster and easier, contact Best Fitness.

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