Lifting Weights…A Remedy For Low Back Pain?

by Shin Ohtake on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 • 15 Comments

For those of you that have ever experienced low back pain you know how debilitating it can be.  But there’s a surprisingly simple remedy that can help relieve the pain for many people.

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More Bad News For Carbs

by Shin Ohtake on Monday, December 22, 2008 • 19 Comments

Just when I thought I’d heard all the negative effects carbs have on our bodies, a new study reveals more bad news…

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Oprah’s Weight Gain…Just Another Catchy Headline?

by Shin Ohtake on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 • 15 Comments

I admit, when I saw Oprah all over the news for her recent weight gain, I jumped at the chance to write about it.  But as I was writing, I changed my mind.  I really didn’t think that you needed to read about another celebrity’s struggles with weight. Don’t get me wrong, I like Oprah (unlike some of the other celebrities that can’t seem to stay away from the headlines) and I respect her A LOT for all that she’s accomplished.

I think it’s incredibly brave of her to come out and let the entire world know about her weight problem.  Can you imagine?  Once you make the headlines, you’re like an open target for anyone to shoot you down with judgement and criticism.  But if you know Oprah, you can be sure she’ll use her problem as an example and put a positive spin on it to shed more light on the very serious problem of obesity and the general decline of health in America.

So why did I stop writing about Oprah’s infamous weight gain?

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The Secrets To Staying Young

by Shin Ohtake on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 • 15 Comments

The fountain of youth. A mystical fountain that stops the aging process so you can stay forever young.  Well, no one’s found it quite yet, but we’re getting close!  Aging can be prolonged even more today than it was just a few years ago.  But these new findings may accelerate anti-aging research even further.

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Don’t Fall For This Online SCAM

by Shin Ohtake on Thursday, December 04, 2008 • 16 Comments

There’s a fierce internet scam being advertised all over the internet - and I mean ALL over it!  Have you seen this or do you know anyone that has fallen into this trap?

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Your Holiday Fitness Survival Guide

by Shin Ohtake on Tuesday, December 02, 2008 • 6 Comments

The holiday season has officially arrived and you know what that means…Office parties and countless gatherings with family and friends.  It’s a fun but hectic time for most of us and it’s also the time when we start to let things slide.

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