Benefits Core strength – Sit ups strengthen, tighten, and tone the core abdominal muscles (rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis, and obliques). Strengthening the core reduces the risk of back pain and injuries. Improved posture – Sit ups strengthen the abdominal, hip…
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on weight with respect to height. It is a useful and inexpensive estimate. But, it is not a direct measure, as it does not distinguish between fat, fluid, muscle,…
Getting sufficient sleep is as important to fat loss as are diet and exercise. The quantity and quality of your sleep affects the way your body reacts to food. Insufficient sleep makes you more likely to eat more and exercise…
Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have a negative impact on health. Although there are genetic, behavioral and hormonal influences on body weight, obesity occurs when you take…
