Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2024 i Women Fitness International Magazine

Let’s talk about strength training after menopause. The focus is often on weight loss, but we should prioritize building strength, improving bone density, and creating sustainable healthy habits. These are the cornerstones of well-being during this life stage, with improved body composition being a beneficial side effect, not the primary goal. Strength training effectively addresses these needs, empowering the body and enhancing the overall quality of your life. Why Strength Training Is Crucial After Menopause Menopause brings hormonal shifts leading to decreased bone density (Osteoporosis), muscle loss (Sarcopenia), and a slower metabolism. Strength training directly counters these changes by providing: ∘ Stronger bones: Weight-bearing exercises stimulate bone growth, reducing fracture risk. ∘ Increased muscle mass: Building muscle boosts metabolism, aiding weight management and increasing energy. ∘ Improved balance and coordination:…

The formula for successful weight loss is deceptively simple. To lose weight you must burn off more energy than you take in from food. You will lose one pound of body fat every time you eat 3500 fewer calories than your body burns off. To achieve this, you don’t need to know the exact amount of calories your body is burning off or taking in. As long as you correctly guess you’re eating fewer calories than your body is burning off, you will lose weight. You need to determine how many calories your body are burning off everyday. By doing this you will be able to properly adjust the calories you are eating to maintain control of your weight. You also need an easy and inexpensive way to determine how…

Welcome to 2025—a year brimming with fresh opportunities, transformative energy, and the potential for growth across all aspects of life. Whether you’re an adventurous Aries, a determined Capricorn, or a sensitive Pisces, 2025 has something unique in store for each sign. Predictions For The Year 2025 Aries The forecast for Aries for the year 2025 suggests plenty of openings to succeed in life during the year. You tend to go by your instincts in deciding on future objectives. The yearly horoscope promises to be an excellent year for the career advancement of professionals and business people. The year 2025 promises fabulous health with energy and enthusiasm. You will have plenty of energy to initiate and run new projects. An overdose of physical activity may result in stress and anxiety disorders.…

Kylisha Jageshar is more than just a rising star from Too Hot to handle—she’s a powerhouse entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast redefining ambition and resilience. Hailing from Canada, Kylisha has seamlessly blended her passion for fitness with her business acumen, building a brand that inspires and empowers others to live their best, most confident lives. Known for her discipline and drive, Kylisha is a natural leader, embodying the values of strength, health, and authenticity. Her journey from reality TV sensation to a respected entrepreneur is a testament to her commitment, both to herself and to the thriving community she’s building. Off-screen, she channels that same energy into her ventures, empowering others through her brand and inspiring a generation of young entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams with confidence and determination. Her journey…

Warm up and stretching is significantly important before a workout and more so during the winter, to avoid muscle stress and strain. The cold weather makes muscles tighter and less supple, leaving them vulnerable to injury. A proper stretching routine will warm up the muscles. Adding 10 minutes to your workout stretching routine will warm up your muscles to protect them during the cold weather. Warm-up includes some aerobic activity to get the blood moving to your muscles, like a brisk walk or run for a few minutes. You’ll soon feel the effect of increased blood flow. Dynamic stretching is not the best for improving flexibility. But it is good way to warm up for your sport and improve performance. A dynamic warm-up should include explosive movements such as high…

Alcohol continues to be a big part of holiday celebrations. There are plenty of opportunities for toasts and alcohol around the holiday season, this does not mean that you have to spend the holidays alone and avoid people, but it means that you have to have to socialize with a strategy. With all the celebrations and toasting around the corner, some of us can lose track of how much alcohol is to be consumed. The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto advises that a standard drink consists of one 341 mL (12-ounce) bottle of beer (5% alcohol), one 142 mL (5-ounce) glass of wine (12% alcohol), or one 43 mL (1½-ounce) serving of hard liquor (40% alcohol). Catch on these tips and head into this holiday season with…