FIRST GUEST: Bill Fabrocini, P.T., Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy and Sports Performance Training Coach
Many people resolve to lose weight or get in better shape when a new year arrives. But you don’t need any fancy gadgets, apps, or equipment to achieve results! In fact, Bill says there are a few “sacred” exercises– 25 of them actually, including things like squats, lunges, and planks– and if you can master those, you’ll be set for a year of fitness!
He also explains the many benefits of aerobic activity. And we’re not talking about a one-hour sweat-fest at the gym five nights a week (unless you’re into that, which is cool, too). But even something as simple as a half-hour walk a few times a week can improve your mood, reduce stress, rebuild strength, reduce disease, and even make you smarter!
But what if you’ve been pretty inactive for a while and don’t know where to start? Bill explains how to prepare for an increase in physical activity so you don’t risk injury or disappointment. And remember, it’s not just about cardio; strength-training and weight-bearing exercises will provide you with a strong core and posture while also growing bones, a great benefit for anyone at risk for things like Osteoporosis.
Everything is covered in the new book Younger Next Year, The Exercise Program: Use the Power of Exercise to Reverse Aging and Stay Strong, Fit, and Sexy, available on Amazon or through youngernextyear.com.
SECOND GUEST: Lisa Lynn, Founder of LynFit and author of The Metabolism Solution
It’s estimated that 10% of Americans gained at least five pounds between Thanksgiving and New Years.
Lisa shares her tips to help lose those holiday pounds, and to prevent gaining them back in the future!
- Monitor your diet and weight regularly by keeping a food diary and weigh yourself daily
- Boost your metabolism by eliminating the bad fats, and keeping the good ones. And don’t forget to exercise!
- Did you fall into the calorie-filled egg nog vortex over the holidays? Next time, try a cinnamon flavored frothy protein shake! It has that festive flavor, but without all those dreaded calories!
- Alcohol in general is very high in calories with no nutritional value. Unless, of course, you’re drinking wine. That’s a fruit. …Right? Please! Fine. No wine, either.
- Skip those appetizers. A little bite here and a little bite there can lead to a meal’s worth of calories before you even get to the main dish!
- Don’t let the guilt of giving in to your holiday cravings throw you off course. Start fresh at the next meal or the next day. Nobody’s perfect! And it’s a new year– a perfect time to turn over a new leaf.
Learn more at lynfit.com and find her book on Amazon.
Weekend Journal airs Sunday mornings at 6:30 on US99.5 and 6:00 on US99.5 HD2 The Wolf.
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