Mindset matters, with respect to success in exercise and diet
A great piece of research that suggests that we are more than just a machine driven by our genetic makeup. Our mindsets not only matter but can even impact our physiology.
Dr. Steve Victorson's Blog
Read about current health, fitness, and human performance related topics.
Weight loss, caloric intake, exercise and weight loss
The link below will take the reader to an interesting piece on weight loss. The take home is that diet(caloric intake) is the primary problem. Too many calories going in and not enough going out.
World Cup Ski Racer, Mikaela Shiffrin: Gracious, Respectful and Competitive
As World Cup Skier Mikaela Shiffrin continues her record-setting pace and her quotes remain newsworthy it is important for young ski racers and their parents to understand the words that define a champion.
The healthy environmental challenge
We can save our planet one decision at a time, preserve our health and still live the life that we enjoy.
The healthy living challenge
As the year comes to an end, I challenge all of my readers to do at least one thing for their health every day.
Exercise, sport, diet and the environment: What we eat matters
I have made a career helping individuals improve their general health and fitness or to pursue the highest levels of athletic performance and many aspects of these endeavors impact the environment. In particular, the food that we consume has a major impact on our ecosystem.
Sport and physical fitness for your child must be fun.
The fitness and athletic experiences that your child has when young set the tone for an active and potentially a sports-oriented future. Our experiences during youth have very powerful influences on how we live as adults. This is especially true in sport and physical activity.
Another study on the benefits of exercise and aging.
...“If you want to do 30 to 45 minutes of walking a day, the amount of health benefit you are going to get is going to be significant and substantial,”… - Health News: NPR
Germs, bacteria, baristas and coffee shops
When purchasing coffee, at your favorite coffee shop have you ever noticed how the barista serves you that coffee? Virtually every time I am served a cup of coffee the barista either picks the cup up with fingers holding the edges where I am about to put my lips or when placing the plastic cap the full hand and fingers are used to lock the cap in place.
Vitamin D and Fish Oil supplementation and a balanced diet
The article referenced below offers insights and answers to your questions regarding Vitamin D and fish oil supplements. The short answer is that while the absolute verdict still needs to be determined, there are potential benefits to taking these supplements, especially if your diet is deficient.