This show is a massive wake-up call to everyone and offers some practical solutions on how we can all eat better and maybe even prolong our lives.

This man was a victim of his own terrible diet. He literally ate himself to death

Jamie and the team reveal how a diet high in fat, sugar, salt and empty calories, and low in nutrients and vitamins, is a major risk factor for life-threatening conditions such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

And Dr Gunther von Hagens conducts an autopsy to graphically reveal the terrible damage the volunteers’ poor diets are doing to them, from straining over-sized hearts and damaged livers, to clogged arteries and organs smothered in fat.

Meanwhile Jamie offers hope and shows the simple, effective steps we can all take to eat better and live longer.

One of the most amazing parts of the show is when the famous German doctor, Gunther von Hagens, performs an autopsy on a 25-stone man who literally ate himself to death. It really shocked me to see this man’s insides.

So much fat.

His lung were so small compared to a healthy person, Wow. They had shrunk due to lack of space taken over by excess body fat

Narelle says: “I used to be under weight most of my life, I got to a healthy weight in my late twenties and maintained it until I had kids. I know now that I’m obese a thing that I never thought I would be. Jamie is right it doesn’t really take that much time to cook a healthy meal these days, there is so much pre-prepared food available that is still healthy.”

Renee writes:
“Seeing those cadavers was a real eye opener!! Even though I was flicking between this and the tour de france coverage, some of the key messages I took away were: (i) the need to chew your food more that three times before swallowing; (ii) how just a little snack, a little extra something, each day adds up over time; (iii) avoid hidden salt and sugar by cutting right down (or even eliminating) highly processed food; the importance of fitness (regular exercise) over fatness… we all have different body shapes – slim isn’t always best BUT being active every day is!“

Chloe writes:”

That was really unbelievable seeing all that fat inside the body encasing the vital organs and squashing the lungs to less than half their normal size!!! I know what fat is but I have never seen it quite like that before. big reality check and now am motivated to get my body fat down.“

Yes, seeing how high his diaphragm was pushed up, leaving so little space for his lungs was shocking. I was surprised at the high body fat percentage of the people that looked quite slim, too.

Norm’s been chatting with Rick, from “My Dish” Cafe, in Mudgeeraba.

It’s a great cafe, that’s been one of Mudgeeraba’s best kept secrets, even though it’s located in the heart of Mudgeeraba Village Shopping Centre, just opposite the NAB bank.

They’ve been talking about putting together a healthy breakfast to satisfy the hunger that develops after a great work-out that you get from attending a Focus Fitness Boot Camp.

My Dish is one of my favourite lunch spots (wrote Lisa ) for a number of reasons:

• 1. Food that is fresh, healthy and imaginative
• 2. Attractive Presentation
• 3. BYO and no corkage!
• 4. Great coffee and a coffee card that gives you a free coffee after five coffees!
• 5. Reasonable prices
• 6. Quiet, undercover patio dining

Where to find “My Dish” Cafe:
Shop 21, 60 Railway Street
Mudgeeraba, 4213
Phone: 07 5525 1611
Mention that you heard about them from Focus Fitness and Massage Studio Gym and they’ll certainly look after you

Are you a masseur?

We have a massage room available at the Focus Fitness and Massage Studio Gym, at Firth Park Sporting Complex, in Mudgeeraba.

If you are wanting to start your own business as a masseur in Mudgeeraba / Robina area, then this is an excellent place to start. This venue is excellent for masseurs specialising in sports treatments and the like

Give Norm a call on 07 5525 1110 for more information

It’s great to wake up one day and decide that you are going to start getting fit and healthy, but what happens on a cold winter’s morning when you are struggling just to get out of bed?

The biggest challenge that you can face, is not the exercising, but the reasons to keep you exercising. It’s much easier to sit on your armchair contemplating exercise, so why should you continue your fitness program?

We’ve put together a list of 50 ways / ideas / tactics to help you stay motivated …. Read the rest of this entry »

by: Michael Fortomas
More than any other time in history, people are all trying to have the best, healthiest body possible. The health and fitness industries are making billions of dollars every year on herbal supplements, fitness equipment, gyms, and special diets. If you watch TV or read magazines, there is always some intriguing commercial asking for money to help you get into shape.

Now that you have made a commitment to take care of your body, both internal and external, it is critical to your overall health that you do it the right way. Here are some tips for both health and fitness that will help you lose weight, discover ways to maintain a better healthy lifestyle, and be in the best shape of your life – all the smart way!

1. Bicycling

When you ask many adults when the last time they rode a bike is, they cannot answer. Although bicycling is a favorite pastime, many adults do not take advantage of this great option for exercise. Not only does bike riding exercise the body and build a stronger cardiovascular system, it allows you to get out and enjoy nature, fresh air, and see new sites.

2. Jogging or Walking

Both jogging and walking are GREAT ways to get fit. Not only do they tone the muscles, relieve stress, create a healthier heart, and improve lung capability, they make you look wonderful, which in turns helps you get excited about doing other exercise for fitness.

3. Swimming

Swimming is an excellent way to get into and stay in shape. If you do not own a pool, many high schools have aquatic centers, or there is always the YWCA or YMCA, or your local gym. Many offer water aerobic classes that will help you tighten your body, lose weight, and get a good overall workout.

4. Tennis Anyone

Tennis is not only a fun sport, but also a great way to exercise. You do not have to be a Venice Williams to play; in fact, you do not even have to be good. Just running after the ball alone will help get you into shape. This is a great way to strengthen your cardiovascular system and lose weight. You can find tennis courts in just about every city and if you would like to play but have no idea how, lessons are reasonable.

5. Dancing

Dancing is so much fun and whether you enjoy a slow, Ballroom dance or a nightclub packed with people all moving to heart-pumping techno, as long as you are moving, it really does not matter what type of dance or music. The whole idea is to move your body. Dancing has long been recommended as an avenue to fitness.

6. VCR

If you have a VCR or DVD, rather than just using it for your favorite comedy or action-packed movie, try sticking in some good workout tapes. Even taking 15 minutes every day to workout will get you started. Try that for two weeks and you will be surprised at the results. Once you see that 15 minutes a day makes a difference, you will be encouraged to increase the time spent.

7. Abdominal Crunches

While you may not end up with a washboard stomach, you can do some things to get your abdomen in better shape. Crunches have long been a favorite for many athletes for the very reason that they work. Lying on your back with knees bent, keeping feet flat on the floor, cross your hands across your chest and then curl your torso, rolling from your sternum toward your hips. Do this slowly and start out with a set of ten crunches in three reps. In other words, do ten crunches, wait a minute, do ten more, wait a minute, and then do the final ten. As you get accustomed to these, you can increase both the number of sets and reps.

8. Squats

Squats are excellent for glutes, hamstrings, quads, and calves. With your feet standing firm and spread apart about two feet, bend your knees slightly. Then, very smoothly, you will squat toward the floor without going all the way down. This usually takes some practice but within a short period, you will enjoy the benefits.

9. Tricep Press

Having firm arms is something that many people focus on when exercising. For an Overhead Tricep Press, standing on the floor with your feet about two feet apart, knees slightly bent, you will extend your arms over your head. Keep your elbows locked and then very slowly lower your hands behind your head. You want to do this with some type of weight, but small weights like one to five pounds. If you do not have weights of your own, you can hold a one-pound of vegetables, which will work perfectly.

10. Get to the Gym

Working out at home is a good option and for some people, they are committed enough to actually make it work. However, for the majority of people wanting to get into shape, the inspiration, competitiveness, and encouragement received from working out in a gym is the way to go. Although it will require a small investment, make the decision to find a gym that offers state-of-the-art equipment, qualified staff, and fun classes where you can enjoy working out.

By taking care of your body through good health habits and fitness, you will live a happier, better, and longer life!

About the author:
Michael Fortomas is a teacher of Biology and a freelance journalist - writing about health, the environment and development - issues he cares deeply about.”101 Ways to Get in Better Shape and Stay That Way!”! is a thoroughly researched free ecourse on tips for both health and fitness that will help you lose weight, discover ways to maintain a better healthy lifestyle, and be in the best shape of your life – all the smart way!
http://1source-body-health.com/

Even taking a regular walk is of great value

If you are looking to lose weight and feel more energetic, then exercise is a good start. However, no matter how much you exercise, if you are not looking closely at your diet, then you’ll be struggling to lose weight.

By eating healthy foods in reasonable quantities and exercising regularly to maintain good health, your body will naturally find a healthy weight.

At Focus Fitness and Massage Studio Gym, we’ve put together a practical and simple guide to help you control your diet, and set you on course to be a fitter and healthier person, download your copy here

For your time to be effective, you need to look at the fuel that you are running your body on. The wrong fuel can sometimes produce the wrong results. Our bodies run on the blood sugar (glucose) circulating in our bloodstream.

By exercising we deplete the supply of blood sugar, hormones are released that instruct our fat cells to release fat into our bloodstream. This fat then circulates to the muscles that need it for fuel, and we end up with less fat on our bodies.

Regular exercise has a number of benefits:

· You’ll lose weight more effectively, and becoming more successful at keeping it off.
· A mental attitude of self-esteem and self-care that boosts your confidence
· Significant health benefits that include reduced risk for heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis and diabetes
· helps to reduce stress, anxiety and depression, which can be brought on by dieting itself, and can lead to overeating

Dietary changes tend to have more of an impact on weight loss because it’s relatively easy to reduce calories through improvements to your diet, while it takes a lot of exercise to burn off an equal number of calories

As temperatures drop outside, it becomes harder to get out of bed in the mornings! That’s way the team at Focus Fitness have put together some great early morning boot camp sessions

After you’ve been to a boot camp, you’ll feel invigorated and ready to face the cold winter mornings- Okay, you might get some quizical glances from your work colleagues, as they glance at you with eyes still full of sleepy dust. They’ll be struggling to get through the day, and you’ll be so full of energy after a great work out