011221 Older adults with declining physical function at greater risk of dying

Older adults in their 70s who maintain their physical ability to accomplish everyday activities like walking, standing up from a chair, bathing, and dressing may have a lower risk of dying than those with declining physical function, according to an NIA-supported study.

051121 Do I look too skinny? Part 1 of 5

Some people, no matter their current weight, never seem to be satisfied especially with those trying to lose weight and become slimmer. Perhaps this may be body dysmorphia.

150121 Body changes after sixty, information for those with inquiring minds part one of two

150121 Body changes after sixty, information for those with inquiring minds part one of two Here is a short, perhaps, depressing list of a few of the things that happen as we get older. Take heart though because, to a certain extent, mitigation of some of these issues helps, so don’t give up hope just … Continue reading 150121 Body changes after sixty, information for those with inquiring minds part one of two →

300920 Exercising for weight loss by Daniel Pare, part 3 of 3

300920 Exercising for weight loss by Daniel Pare,part 3 of 3 Why is a strength and conditioning coach who trains athletes, for all kinds of sports, writing about weight loss? Several people have asked me these questions over the years and some still do. I simply answer every time “got to get strong”. Interval training … Continue reading 300920 Exercising for weight loss by Daniel Pare, part 3 of 3 →

230920 Exercising for weight loss by Daniel Pare part 2 of 3

230920 Exercising for weight loss by Daniel Pare part 2 of 3 Why is a strength and conditioning coach who trains athletes, for all kinds of sports, writing about weight loss? Several people have asked me these questions over the years and some still do. I simply answer every time “got to get strong”. Keep … Continue reading 230920 Exercising for weight loss by Daniel Pare part 2 of 3 →

090920 Spare tire risks associated with carrying fat around your stomach.

Those who have a large potbelly appear to have a higher risk of arteriosclerosis.

160920 Exercising for weight loss by Daniel Pare part 1 of 3

160920 Exercising for weight loss by Daniel Pare part 1 of 3 Why is a strength and conditioning coach who trains athletes, for all kinds of sports, writing about weight loss? Several people have asked me these questions over the years and some still do. I simply answer every time “got to get strong”. You … Continue reading 160920 Exercising for weight loss by Daniel Pare part 1 of 3 →

120820 Five Steps to More Muscle Mass

Eat, exercise, rest, and remain healthy.

150720 Osteoporosis: Questions and answers about bone health

Osteoporosis, a disease of the bones, causes a loss of structural integrity. Simply put, your bones get weaker and weaker by becoming brittle, more porous, and prone to fracture.

080720 Improving your bone mineral density

Over time your bones gradually lose their strength and become porous and brittle. This can lead to bone fractures, and depending on the circumstances, a hospital stay.