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I just came across a really interesting video/chart on MSN Health that shows the increase in obesity rates in the US over the last 20 years or so. Talk about an eye opener! We all know that obesity has been an increasing problem in the US, but it’s very interesting to watch how different states increased the rate quicker than others and also how this epidemic has really affected each state.

The beginning of the movie states that obesity is measured by having a BMI of 30 or more. Now we all know that there are problems with the whole BMI scale which may explain why the numbers seem to be higher than what they might really be. (If you want to read more about some of the problems with the BMI scale, see this post: The BMI Myth)

Even if there are problems with the BMI scale, obesity and being overweight in general is a growing concern that people should take more seriously. We only hope that some of the information on this site and the others that we refer to can help with the overall problem.

Here’s the link to the video/chart from MSN: Obesity in America

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Have you ever wondered what happens to fat when you actually ‘lose fat’? Well, we’re sure that some of you out there may be surprised about what really happens to fat. Tom Venuto wrote a great article about this on his blog, here’s a link to the post:

The Incredible Shrinking Fat Cell

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By now probably everyone has heard about the benefits of supplementing with fish oils. There are plenty of brands and varieties of fish oils and its a good idea for just about everyone to be using them.

Fish Oil Rules
by Dr. John Berardi I consider fish oil to be an essential supplement for fat loss. Data from the University of Western Ontario shows that fish oil supplementation increases lean body mass (during non-dieting conditions), increases BMR (by up to 400kcal/day), decreases inflammation, and improves the ratio of fat/carb oxidized (sparing carbs, burning fat). Recommended dose: Start with 6-10g per day of total fish oil (assuming 30% EPA and DHA).

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As a help with getting going on your cardio routines, here is a list of articles from the main BodyFitnessInfo site. We hope you find this information to be helpful in designing your own cardio routine.

What is the Best Cardio Machine for Your Workout?
Common Cardio Exercise|Workout Mistakes On Cardio Machines
Cardio Exercises-Low Or High Intensity Exercise Burn Body Fat Faster?
BodyFitnessInfo.com BLOG » Making Your Cardio Workout More Enjoyable
Five Great Exercise Machines for Burning Fat
The Best Way to Get Six Pack Abs

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Let’s face it, there are a lot of different cardio machines out there and it seems that everyone has their own favorite. So what’s yours?

Also, perhaps you have a favorite for different purposes. For example, maybe you prefer to use a treadmill for longer cardio sessions but a stationary bike for HIIT workouts. Whatever the case we’re looking for some feedback from visitors to the site. Leave a comment below and let us know which cardio machine (or outside workout) you prefer and why.

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