If you're overweight you probably already know it, but there are a couple of indicators that can let you know whether your weight increases your risk for health problems like heart disease. Waist-to-hip ratio is a useful indicator, and is simple to determine. Stand in front of a full-length mirror so that you can easily see the areas you are measuring. Use a tape measure to measure your waist circumference at the level of your navel. Next, measure your hip circumference at its widest point.

No, pathomechanics cause the abnormal pull of the planter fascier of the heel. Being overweight aggravates the symptoms but does not cause them.

You wouldn't believe how many times I've heard someone say they'd get a massage if they lost weight first or didn't have that cellulite on the back of their thighs. Don't let this stop you. You're denying yourself quite a pleasurable experience. Massage therapists have seen bodies in every imaginable shape and size, from young to old, and they're not there trying to judge your physique or ogle your body.

You've heard it all before, cut down on your overall calorie intake.But what if you need the feeling of a full stomach at all times, the answer is Fruits! Yes, Plenty of Fruits, whenever you feel like munching, eat fruits. Fruits are wonderful at giving you the sensation of fullness, without excess calories and are naturally good for you.

In 1998, the National Heart Lung Blood Institute released new guidelines for determining overweight and obesity. They developed the Body Mass Index (BMI) as a measurement tool. In simple terms, it is a ratio of height to weight. BMI is a reliable indicator of total body fat, which is related to the risk of disease and death. The score is valid for both men and women but it does have some limitations: BMI charts are available online at www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi.

Yes. Everyone is put together differently in mind, body and spirit. You'll feel comfortable here - no judgement. We'll help you become your best.

Yoga is not about being flexible, young or thin. If you look at the photos on our web site, you can see that students all are ages and sizes with varying degrees of flexibility. You do not have to be flexible, nor do you have to be a life long 'yogi' to teach! What is important is having the desire to help others learn to love yoga, heal themselves, and take their lives to new places through the practice of yoga.

Yes, by all means. Some have reported weight loss of up to 40 lbs. in one month! Usually an overweight person can expect to lose around 20 lbs. in the first month. If you take the program on a long-term basis after the first month, it is easy to lose more weight and keep it off.

Kids become overweight for a variety of reasons. The most common causes are genetic factors, lack of physical activity, unhealthy eating patterns, or a combination of these. In rare cases, a medical problem, such as an endocrine disorder, may cause a child to become overweight. Your doctor can perform a careful physical exam and some blood tests, if necessary, to rule out this type of problem.

No question about it! Losing weight is definitely a side-benefit of Commando Krav Maga. Classes always include warm-up and workout. However, it's more accurate to say you will lose fat. If you're not overweight by much, your weight reading on the scale may not change significantly. That's because with Krav Maga, you'll be losing body fat and gaining lean muscle, which weighs more than fat. You'll notice the difference in the way your clothes fit and your new, more shapely, toned appearance.

Yes. While many people with Sleep Apnea are overweight, not all sufferers have a weight problem. If you exhibit other characteristics of Sleep Apnea, you should be evaluated. More on weight and Sleep Apnea:

Yes, you can, but if you are seriously overweight or have any other particular health problem, it is always advisable to consult your physician before starting any new exercise program. Yogilates is a very effective way of burning calories and controlling cravings. It complements aerobic exercise programs nicely.

Yes! It doesn't matter whether you are very skinny, or 100 pounds + overweight, the course will allow you to gain muscle while reducing body fat to VERY low levels! In fact, adding muscle mass will greatly enhance the fat loss process, as muscle burns calories, helping you to lose excess body fat quickly AND PERMANENTLY.

BMI stands for Body Mass Index. It is a figure calculated using your height and weight. The exact formula is your weight in kilograms divided by your height in metres squared. It is a crude measurement only suitable for sedentary people because it does not take into account your muscle. For the same volume, muscle weighs more than fat and is the reason why most toned people will have a BMI measurement that is not very reflective of their true condition.

Height-weight charts are statistical landmarks developed in the 1930's by looking at height and average ranges of body mass of men of military age for whom the mortality rate was lowest. They did not take into account specific causes of death or the quality of health prior to death. At that time a man more than fifteen percent above the highest number in the range was considered obese and a health risk. In the 1940's it also meant he was ineligible for military duty.

The Zone is not a diet. It's a lifelong hormonal control program. Loss of excess body fat is only a pleasant and very desirable side effect. In addition, the Zone is the only dietary program that has been demonstrated to reverse the aging process. Although the Zone was originally developed for cardiovascular patients, it was extensively tested on world-class athletes. Between those two extremes lies everyone else.

Online ordering is very safe, but you may also submit your order via fax, phone or regular mail. Our mailing address is: For 24-hour phone ordering, call 1-800-572-0501. To order via fax, transmit to (623) 434-0591 anytime. Our Customer Service Hours: Monday through Friday 7am-5pm MST.

Is there any hope for maintaining weight loss long term? I've read about a genetically determined 'set point,' which if one drops below results in inevitably regaining the lost weight.

Absolutely. I have had countless stories of people dropping blood pressure meds and others medicines as a great side benefit of this program. I have also seen people's cholesterol drop and so many other wonderful healthful changes happen during this training over the years.

BMI stands for B ody M ass I ndex. It is a number that shows body weight adjusted for height. BMI can be calculated with simple math using inches and pounds, or meters and kilograms. For adults aged 20 years or older, BMI falls into one of these categories: underweight, normal, overweight, or obese. BMI is recommended as a practical approach for assessing body fat in the clinical setting, such as the doctor's office.

Most physicians consider your body fat percentage to be a far better indicator of overall fitness than weight. Normal ratios are 12-18% body fat for men and 19-25% for women; very fit people (e.g., athletes) may have much lower percentages. Unfortunately, body fat percentage is more difficult to determine than weight (see below).

If you're overweight or obese, can you still use an exercise ball? Get the answer and learn the right exercise ball for you and exercises you can do for strength, balance and stability.

Revolution elucidate exactly why this first phase is so important. Ultimately, it is a judgment call.

If your weight is stable, then...absolutely! Tumescent Liposculpture is a procedure that safely allows us to remove large enough volumes of fat from patients to dramatically change the shape and proportions of their figures. On the other hand, liposculpture is not a weight loss procedure. While Dr. Lack cannot make a large-framed individual look petite, we can achieve harmony and balance by restoring graceful lines and symmetry to a patient's figure.

Answer: Weight is an important factor in the longevity of a joint replacement. The closer one is to their ideal body weight, the less stress they put on their joint over the years. Excess weight can make recovery from surgery more difficult and can decrease the patient’s mobility. Only your orthopaedic surgeon can decide if you should loose weight before having joint replacement surgery.