Body Mass Index

Obesity has become a very big problem in the U.S.A. It is harmful to health and also has many negative effects on society.

Technology such as video/computer games mixed with high fatty foods i.e. fast food has called a very big (no pun intended) problem in our country.

Becoming obese is quite a simple formula.

Eat fatty, unhealthy foods + don't do anything physical + long period of time + OBESITY.

Because of the health concerns brought upon by obesity many companies are now starting to lower or charge their employees for insurance. This means if you are over-weight to the point it becomes unhealthy companies will not take full responsibility for paying the inevitable hospital bills that follow.

The way in which most companies decide how to charge for insurance is based on the Body Mass Index.

BMI equals a person's weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. (BMI=kg/m2).

After you Calculate your BMI you must then use another chart that assesses your overall fitness--i.e how healthy or unhealthy you are.

Getting in shape

With summer coming up it's time to get in the gym and work on that beach body. This blog will help you do just that. The only way to get into shape is to set goals and follow thru with those goals. The weight room and cardio are very important but one thing I've found that is over looked is the importance of dieting. Without a proper diet you are only winning half the battle. I will be posting work out routines that will help you get cut and feel better.