This tickles me.
The Body Mass Index (BMI) or Quetelet Index is a statistical measure of the weight of a person scaled according to height. It was invented between 1830 and 1850 by the Belgian polymath Adolphe Quetelet during the course of developing "social physics". (source - Wiki)
This fella wasn't worried about weight lifters and tri-athletes. Or even weekend athletes for that matter. So here goes.
OK. So how am I supposed to be 170lbs? Let me tell you, that was junior high. A long time ago, ok! I am not obese, I am not even overweight. But the BMI says I am.
It bothers me that there are a lot of people who are convinced that they need to lose weight according to the BMI scale. No one has bothered to explain to them what Body Composition is. Briefly, and non-exhaustively, it is the proportion of lean tissue and fat tissue your body possesses.
I have had many clients who were restricting to get down to a "healthy" weight only to find out that they had a significant amount of muscle when I assessed their Body Composition Analysis (bio-electric assessment!). Which is to their benefit.
You know muscle is denser than adipose tissue (fat) so to try and lose the weight they think they need to would mean they would have to trim down their lean tissue.
Um, lean tissue burns calories, so they would have to eat less, which means less to maintain the lean tissue. Followed by further restricting to achieve more weight loss.
The more one restricts, the more stress is put on the body to perform, the more the body wants to store fat.
See where I am going with this. It is not a good equation.
Yes, the BMI correlates to a lot of things and is a great, quick, way to encourage people to get healthier. But a critical eye must be applied to each case. Not everyone is built the same. Let's crank out a metaphor here. We are all made of bricks and mortar, however, we are not all given the same plans to our building.
Who's looking out for you?
In health,
Todd
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Tuesday, 2 October 2007
Losing weight? How easy is it?
It is as easy as setting a goal. But it had better be an achievable one.
Shoot for 1 pound a week. Go ahead, try it. That's 52 lbs this year alone.
Sure dieting will work for a while but there are two words why dieting alone is a multi-billion dollar business. Repeat business.
The body is a wonderful thing. It will take what you give it (or take from it) and adapt and continue to run. Wonderful thing. But we lose sight of what we are doing to ourselves because of the adaptations.
You've heard the conversation. "I didn't lose any weight this week. I don't know what is wrong!" Still people don't get that they have hit their plateau and need to change their approach.
Naturally I lean towards eating a more appropriate amount of food that sustains their activities and a healthy amount of exercise.
Years of experience and an ever growing amount of research is clearly demonstrating that dieting alone is not as healthy as it once was considered.
It can't be said enough. Be active, eat a healthy amount of food, don't restrict for restrictions sake. This is where an experienced fitness professional who is looking out for your best interests is extremely helpful.
Find one who understands the difference between a BMI (ok) and Body Composition (best) and how it influences your BMR (basal metabolic rate). BMR is the baseline energy requirements of your body before you even think about getting active. Literally. Then have an appropriate nutrition plan designed that supports your goals, be they mass loss or gain.
Now get to it. I believe you can achieve your goals.
In health,
Todd
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Shoot for 1 pound a week. Go ahead, try it. That's 52 lbs this year alone.
Sure dieting will work for a while but there are two words why dieting alone is a multi-billion dollar business. Repeat business.
The body is a wonderful thing. It will take what you give it (or take from it) and adapt and continue to run. Wonderful thing. But we lose sight of what we are doing to ourselves because of the adaptations.
You've heard the conversation. "I didn't lose any weight this week. I don't know what is wrong!" Still people don't get that they have hit their plateau and need to change their approach.
Naturally I lean towards eating a more appropriate amount of food that sustains their activities and a healthy amount of exercise.
Years of experience and an ever growing amount of research is clearly demonstrating that dieting alone is not as healthy as it once was considered.
It can't be said enough. Be active, eat a healthy amount of food, don't restrict for restrictions sake. This is where an experienced fitness professional who is looking out for your best interests is extremely helpful.
Find one who understands the difference between a BMI (ok) and Body Composition (best) and how it influences your BMR (basal metabolic rate). BMR is the baseline energy requirements of your body before you even think about getting active. Literally. Then have an appropriate nutrition plan designed that supports your goals, be they mass loss or gain.
Now get to it. I believe you can achieve your goals.
In health,
Todd
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Saturday, 22 September 2007
Michael Moore it Ain't
Well the camera is a little dicey and, yes, I know it's a little dark. but this is the first kick at the can. I think I'll be in the great outdoors for as many of the following videos as I can.
I am planning a series on weight loss and "fitness moves explained" for safety.
This is for you. Your suggestions are welcome and encouraged. Ship me an e-mail when you get a chance.
Check back often or set up your feed to notify you when this site has a new post.
In health,
Todd
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Sneaker Camps
Well I would love to be witty about this but I am a little serious when it comes to peoples health and delivering results.
It is about your health and what you want to look like in three months to a year. Do you want to look different in the mirror? Would you want to start right now and achieve your goals?
With SneakerCamps there is no yelling, no fatigues (yay!), goal achievement, and a lot less Boot!
My goal is to educate and achieve the goals you set for yourself.
Are you tired of fly-by-night operations or "plans" that promise unbelieveable results but fall short on delivery? Then this is what you are looking for. All the information and practical experience wrapped up in a trainer that is looking out for you!
Contact me for information on the camps that are starting October 1st and find out if there are spots for you and anyone else whom you'd like to take with you.
This is your chance to get the benefits of having your own personal trainer at a fraction of the cost!
Contact me now! Spots are limited to the first 10 people!
In health,
Todd
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It is about your health and what you want to look like in three months to a year. Do you want to look different in the mirror? Would you want to start right now and achieve your goals?
With SneakerCamps there is no yelling, no fatigues (yay!), goal achievement, and a lot less Boot!
My goal is to educate and achieve the goals you set for yourself.
Are you tired of fly-by-night operations or "plans" that promise unbelieveable results but fall short on delivery? Then this is what you are looking for. All the information and practical experience wrapped up in a trainer that is looking out for you!
Contact me for information on the camps that are starting October 1st and find out if there are spots for you and anyone else whom you'd like to take with you.
This is your chance to get the benefits of having your own personal trainer at a fraction of the cost!
Contact me now! Spots are limited to the first 10 people!
In health,
Todd
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Sunday, 16 September 2007
That's What You Get
Well I should have known that if I promised something there might be a hitch. And voila. The video recorder dies.
So I had better get cracking. In the meantime enjoy the popcorn and catch a game or two. My humblest apologies.
Have a great night and check back soon.
In health,
Todd
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So I had better get cracking. In the meantime enjoy the popcorn and catch a game or two. My humblest apologies.
Have a great night and check back soon.
In health,
Todd
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Thursday, 13 September 2007
Fearing Fitness?
A client of mine this morning, who happens to be a trainer herself, was noting how a particular group of hers displayed trepidation in going to a gym. This is not unusual.
One would think that some of the stereotypes of the gym-rat might have worn thin by now but alas, no such luck. To be sure, there is plenty of opportunity to get injured if you go headlong into the machines and pile weight on. But most (notice I said most) people use common sense.
My advice is to grab a knowledgeable friend, one who has done their homework, not the aforementioned gym-rat, or get a trainer to educate you on the basics.
It's like martial arts. If you go into a dojo, any style, you will notice that the advanced are in with the beginners to start the class. It's not just a warmup. The importance of imprinting the basics, good basics, plays itself out when advancing in technique. And they share their knowledge with the beginners who either ask or watch the more advanced and their progress.
It is equally important to have the basics before you begin your routine. I might add that this applies to the gym or home workouts.
Grab someone who knows. You'll be thankful you did. Hopefully, for a very long time.
In health,
Todd
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PS: First video coming up this weekend!
One would think that some of the stereotypes of the gym-rat might have worn thin by now but alas, no such luck. To be sure, there is plenty of opportunity to get injured if you go headlong into the machines and pile weight on. But most (notice I said most) people use common sense.
My advice is to grab a knowledgeable friend, one who has done their homework, not the aforementioned gym-rat, or get a trainer to educate you on the basics.
It's like martial arts. If you go into a dojo, any style, you will notice that the advanced are in with the beginners to start the class. It's not just a warmup. The importance of imprinting the basics, good basics, plays itself out when advancing in technique. And they share their knowledge with the beginners who either ask or watch the more advanced and their progress.
It is equally important to have the basics before you begin your routine. I might add that this applies to the gym or home workouts.
Grab someone who knows. You'll be thankful you did. Hopefully, for a very long time.
In health,
Todd
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PS: First video coming up this weekend!
Tuesday, 4 September 2007
Definately Not Britney Spears
Video is coming to town. Nothing risque or earth shattering. Perhaps myth shattering is what I am shooting for.
I have a little project that will help everyone see for themselves what this fitness stuff is all about. No, it is not going to look like any "20 Minute" craze. At least I hope not.
I'll bring video tips on fitness moves and show clips of some of the bootcamps that are available to you.
You should check back every now and again to see what is happening. I like to stay on top of the latest in the fitness world that works. Why don't you come along too.
Who's looking out for you?
In health,
Todd
---------
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AltiusFitness.com
I have a little project that will help everyone see for themselves what this fitness stuff is all about. No, it is not going to look like any "20 Minute" craze. At least I hope not.
I'll bring video tips on fitness moves and show clips of some of the bootcamps that are available to you.
You should check back every now and again to see what is happening. I like to stay on top of the latest in the fitness world that works. Why don't you come along too.
Who's looking out for you?
In health,
Todd
---------
To get the latest information add me to your RSS feeds:
ToddDeWolf.blogspot.com
For Personal Fitness information check the website:
AltiusFitness.com
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