Dr. Fitness and the Fat Guy

 

 interview with kathy smith: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn the inside dish from Kathy Smith on your fitness favorites like Richard Simmons, Denise Austin and Jack LaLanne.  Remember, Kathy was one of the driving forces behind the original dance aerobics craze. She had exercise videos and TV shows that really got people moving back in the day (and she’s still going strong today!).  Kathy shares her best tips to get you moving and off the couch. She says 1-exercise in groups for that energy and support and so you can socialize and exercise at the same time 2-Choose an activity you love, whether it is ballroom dancing, tennis or kickball. And finally 3-reward yourself for small victories. Kathy has a new dvd out called Lift Weights to Lose Weight which is available on www.lionsgatedvd.com. The dvd explains the importance of weight training, especially as you get older. Strength training improves function in order to enjoy life as you age. For more information about Kathy and all she is up to please go to her website www.kathysmith.com

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 interview with carole brody fleet widows wear stilettos: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn all about Carole Brody Fleet’s new book Widows Wear Stilettos. 

She shared her thoughts on returning to health and fitness after a tragedy. She said it is important to protect your immune system which is vulnerable when you are dealing with such emotional stress. She feels that it is important to take baby steps in order to get back into a routine and get back to a healthy life. She says it is important to get out the house a go for a walk. Also try and eat smaller meals throughout the day rather than starving yourself and binging late at night. And if you are having trouble sleeping then try a warm bath or some hot tea and try listening to some calming music as well. She recently won the State Farm Insurance Embrace Life Award for all the great work she does helping widows. And was profiled on Good Morning America - she shared some funny behind the scenes stories. The message boards on her website offer comfort and support to widows and gives them a platform in order to share stories as well as trials and triumphs. Her website www.widowswearstilettos.com is a great resource for widows of all ages, but especially young widows

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 interview with erica bohm healthy dining finder: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn all about all the calories in restaurant food and you can too with Healthy Dining Finder a great new website. Erica Bohm explained how the website got started and where its going from here. This is a super resource if you are looking for healthy meals when you eat out. This site shows nutritional info and even has some coupons as a bonus. Here are the rules of a healthy meal 1-entrees must have lean protein, furit or veggies and 100% whole grains 2-entree must be less than 750 calories, have 25 grams of fat or less and 8 grams of saturated fat or less 3-appetizers must have less than 250 calories or less, have 8 grams of fat or less and 3 grams of saturated fat or less. And deep fried items are excluded. So if you want to learn the nutritional values of your favorite fast food or restaurant meal be sure to check out www.healthydiningfinder.com

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 interview with jacki donaldson: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn all about breast cancer from breast cancer survivor Jacki Donaldson. Jacki’s inspirational story has recently been profiled in Family Circle magazine. She explained that when you are doing your monthly breast self exam to feel for anything different. And if you find something then please check it out as soon as possible. Early detection is critical. She also shared some other great tips on finding the right docotor for you. She said to get 2-3 opinions and to trust your gut feeling on who is the right fit for you. She also recommended doing your own research and to find local support groups near you. Those support groups are also another great resource for finding the right doctor and treatment option becasue the people in thos e groups have been there and done that so they bring some great insight. For more information about Jacki’s journey please go to her personal blog www.cancerspot.org or check her fitness writing out at www.thatsfit.com Jacki also highly recommended Dr Susan Love’s Breast Book and website.

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 interview with nicci micco eating well brain food: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn all about brain foods from Nicci Micco, Senior Editor with Eating Well magazine. In order to feed your mind with brain food consider eating more DHA which is found in fish like salmon and sardines. Also try to get more iron - you can do this by eating food cooked in a cast iron skillet or by chowing down on some red meat or even beans and spinach. We learned that basically the foods that are good for your heart are also good for your brain. For more information about this article that’s in the eggplant issue of Eating Well please go to their website www.eatingwell.com Also be sure to sign up for some of their great free healthy eating newsletter when you’re there.

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 interview with kelly campbell the holistic option: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn all about The Holistic Option from Kelly Campbell. This TheHolisticOption.com provides consumers with complementary and alternative healthcare information and a national directory of licensed providers and learning institutions. The website screens all the experts and practitioners through their board of professional advisors. The website is user friendly and you can find pretty much everything you would need to know about alternative, complementary, natural and holistic treatment options. There is even an opportunity to ask your questions and have them answered by health experts.   There is also a forum where consumers can connect and share information and their own personal experiences with holistic treatments. For more information about the WedMD for Alternative medicine please go to her website www.theholisticoption.com

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 interview with kathy and fletcher dubai spa report: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn all about Dubai’s luxury spas from Kathy and Fletcher our roving reporters from Your Spa Report. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, boasts some of the most magnificent hotels anywhere including the world’s tallest all-suites hotel, Burj Al Arab; the fabulous Shangri-La Dubai (this chain is very popular in China and all over the Middle East and Asia); the super spacious, super relaxing Park Hyatt Dubai; the the hot new Raffles, Dubai that’s turning heads; plus the opulent One&Only Royal Mirage and the largest stand-alone spa in this city of pampering, the Talise Spa. Not only does Dubai have some of the finest luxury spas in the world, they have redefined luxury customer service as well. Learn more about Your Spa Report’s recent trip to Dubai here and on their website www.yourspareport.com

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 interview with barb mock atlanta 3 day breast cancer walk captain: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn all about the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer 3 Day Walk from Barb Mock Captain of one of Atlanta’s largest teams-  over 100 members. We learned that each walker is responsible for raising $2200 in order to participate in the walk. The walk is 60 miles spread over three days. That means each day you walk for 20 miles. Barb says it usually takes for around 5 hours to cover her 20 miles. When you sign up on the Breast Cancer 3 Day website you have access to a virtual personal trainer to help you train for your walk. The website features a 16 week or 24 week training program. Barb says her team trains year round. Thsi years Atlanta walk is October 24-26, 2008. And last years there were over 2500 walkers and that included about 250 men. Her team has raised well over halfa million dollars to the cause and she looks forward to another record year. Barb also shared some tips about how to train for the walk as well as details on what the walk is like. For more information about the 3 day walk please go to www.the3day.org and for more information about Barb’s Tutus 4 Tatas team in Atlanta, Georgia please go to her website www.tutus-4-tatas.org

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 interview with dr sam muslin: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn all about high tech dentistry from Dr Sam Muslin. Dr Muslin is the creator of Instant Braces, which straightens your teeth without any metal or surgery and The Dental Facelift which takes 15-30 years off your appearance without surgery as well. He shares his best home dental health tips as well. He says at night before you go to bed you should floss then brush your teeth then use a water pic to rinse. The whole dental good health routine should take about 2 to 3 minutes. If you do that you should have a healthy mouth.  For more information about Dr Sam Muslin, his practice and his amazing results please go to his website www.faceliftdentistry.com

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 interview with raymond francis never be fat again: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

On tonight’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy learn all about how MIT scientist Raymond Francis is revolutionizing the health and wellness industry. He is a leader in optimal health maintenance. His books Never Be Sick Again and Never Be Fat Again are favorites of Dr Fitness. Raymond is one of the few scientists that have a breakthrough understanding of health and disease. His Beyond Health Model is turning the optimal health maintenance industry on its head. Raymond is the founder of the non-profit Health-e-America Foundation who’s purpose is to end the epidemic of chronic disease by using revolutionary technology to the basics of good health. His goal is to teach people to end disease in their lives. An easy tip he mention was to buy local from organic farmers near your home. Also beware of that irradiated lettuce and spinach - the radiation gets rid of lots of the phyto-chemicals and micro-nutrients that you need. To learn more about the 6 pathways and 2 causes of the one disease that is afflicting millions please go to Raymond’s website www.beyondhealth.com You can literally spend hours reading all of his free reports and information. Be sure to sign up for his newsletter it is one of the industry’s best!

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