Karey Zufelt, MD
Cooking Light
Below are some food preparation tips to help you decrease the fat when cooking. Some fat (especially monounsaturated) is good for you, but too much contributes to the development of numerous chronic diseases. Try these simple rules for healthier meals:
Braise, broil, grill, bake, steam, and poach. Avoid frying and other cooking methods that [...]
Sneaking in Fitness (Part 2 of Fitting in Fitness)
There will always be those days when you absolutely cannot fit in an entire workout. Don't despair. There are ways to "SNEAK IN FITNESS" too:
• Break up your exercise routine into two 15-minute workouts or three 10-minute workouts.
• Try fitness videos when you can't get out of the house.
• Park your car in [...]
Fitting in Fitness – Make an appointment with yourself, and keep it!
I love these inspiring quotes: “You will never find time for anything. You must make it,” and even more profound, “Those who think they have not time for . . .exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness.” These words really speak to the necessity of integrating exercise into our daily lives.
Ask [...]
The Jogging Stroller – FAQs – Your safety and how-to-run guide
At what age can I put my child in the babyjogger?
The American Academy of Pediatrics does not have an official position statement on jogging strollers. If you run with an infant, you should use a car seat adapter, or an insert which provides neck support. Many companies recommend that infants not be placed directly in [...]
My Take on the Walk Break
I consider myself a real runner, and I DO walk! When I entered my first half-marathon as a "real runner" (I would NEVER walk!), I cried when I crossed the finish line. These weren't just tears of joy, but tears of pain! Running continuously, I ended up with an injury. Suffice it to say, [...]
Walk Breaks: A Secret Weapon In Weight Management Wars
Owen Anderson, editor of Running Research News, theorizes that walk breaks may help you burn more fat. Here’s his theory: As exercise intensity increases, blood flow to your muscles increases. At the same time, free fatty acids (FFA) are released as we begin to break down our stored body fat. This is a good thing, [...]
Real Runners DO Walk!
The run/walk method of training is magic! Walking is not a sign of weakness, but a fantastic training tool to boost your energy during your workouts and decrease your risk of injury.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF WALK BREAKS?
Walk breaks reduce the chance of injury and overtraining to almost nothing.
Walk breaks help your muscles recover [...]
The Jogging Stroller – More features to consider when you buy
Aside from the basic design and cool accessories, here are some additional factors to consider when purchasing a jogging stroller: Some strollers are lighter than others, a definite plus for running. Some are narrower, making it easier to take them into stores. You should test the ease of folding before you buy. If the stroller [...]
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