Fitness & Exercise

Health and Fitness News

Being fit is a two sided coin. On one side, you have diet, and on the other side is exercise. Finding the time and energy to maintain a fit physique these days is a big challenge. The focus in fitness these days seems to be toward the lean body, instead of pure strength.

Whether you’re a ‘gym rat’, or don’t have the time to get out of the house, start here to find hundreds of ideas and ways to keep yourself fit. Nothing feels as good as a good workout – getting motivated is half the battle

Fitness & Exercise

Can Meditation Make Society More Compassionate?

Allie Montgomery, April 24, 2008

Practice may make perfect when it comes to kindness and compassion. A new study shows that regularly practicing kindness and compassion...

Metabolism and Aging

Jody Cross, January 9, 2008

If you’ve noticed that your metabolism has seemed to slow as the years have flashed by, you are not imaganing things, and you aren’t alone....

Women’s Health: The Treadmill or the Road

Jennifer Newell, December 22, 2007

When planning an exercise routine, most people want to incorporate some type of walking, jogging, or running.

Smoking - The Benefits of Quitting

Drucilla Dyess, October 27, 2007

The best immediate benefit of quitting smoking is that your body will begin to heal itself within 12 hours.

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BODY MASS INDEX (BMI) CALCULATOR

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The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a stastical measure of weight ranges. BMI is calculated by dividing your weight by your height. You shouldn't use BMI as a diagnosis - it's intended to give you an idea of how heavy you are relative to other people of your height. Try our BMI calculator to see if your weight falls within a healthy range.

A BMI of under 18.5 suggests that you may be underweight. This may be symptomatic of an underlying condition which may require medical attention. BMI is an approximate measure based on statistical trends - you could very well be perfectly healthy. Talk to your doctor for more advice.

A BMI between 18.5 and 25 suggests your weight is at a healthy level. This does not mean that you need not worry about cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, and other health problems associated with weight. For a more accurate assesment, see your doctor.

BMI results between 25 to 30 are in the overweight range. You may be at greater risk of obesity-related conditions, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. BMI is simply a statistical average, and should not be considered an authoritative assessment of your health. See your doctor if you have any concerns.

A BMI above 30 may mean that you are obese, and have an unhealthy proportion of body fat. BMI results are based on statistical trends, and in your case may not be accurate (particularly if you have high muscle or bone mass). See your doctor if you have any concerns.